The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in fisheries / aquatic ecology / statistical ecology.
Description of duties: Research will focus on analyzing a large dataset related to the fish community and additional trophic levels, sampled from numerous locations within Lake Erie during the past two decades. This research will be conducted in collaboration between the University of Toronto and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The overall objective is to study the interactions among fish species and their environmental conditions, such as temperature, nutrients, zooplankton and phytoplankton communities in Lake Erie, to develop a better understanding of factors influencing the dynamics and recruitment of commercially important species (walleye, yellow perch, lake whitefish). This rich dataset provides great opportunities to develop additional hypotheses or questions of interest to study. The successful candidate will: analyze the data to address project objectives and publish this work in the primary literature; have opportunities to present this research at conferences, develop reports to the funding agency as required, develop and collaborate on additional projects as time permits, and participate in the general activities of the Jackson research group and department.
Salary: $55,000 per year
Please note that should the minimum rates stipulated in the collective agreement be higher than rates stated in this posting, the minimum rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Required qualifications: The candidate must have a recent PhD in fisheries, aquatic ecology, statistical ecology or a related field. Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of these areas is critical, including related publications in the literature. A strong background in statistical analysis in R is required and experience working with large datasets is desirable.
Application Instructions: All individuals interested in this position must submit a cover letter highlighting why you are well suited for this position and your career goals, CV, up to 3 relevant publications, and contact information for 3 references by the closing date. Please send this to don.jackson@utoronto.ca
Closing date: March 28, 2024
This position will remain open until filled, however we will begin to review complete applications after March 28, 2024.
Supervisor: Professor Don Jackson
Expected start date: June 1, 2024 with flexibility for an earlier or later start date
Term: 12 months renewable for another 18 months subject to performance/suitable research progress
FTE: 100%