Robert Hall’s river ecosystem ecology laboratory, at the University of Montana and the Flathead Lake Biological Station seeks to fill one postdoctoral research associate position as part of a large project to develop and compete computational, statistical, and machine learning methods for multi-dimensional data to create predictive and explanatory models for the life sciences. Thus particular position will focus on material and energy flux in aquatic ecosystems.
The postdoctoral researchers will be primarily based at Flathead Lake Bio Station but will benefit from the opportunities to collaborate broadly. The position allows for multiple professional development opportunities, including training in highly interdisciplinary science, collaborations across institutions, regular meetings with the entire consortium, mentorship toward academic and non-academic career development, and interactions with graduate and undergraduate students. The postdoctoral candidate is expected to publish these findings in journals and work collaboratively with FLBS scientific staff and collaborators at other institutions.
Required Qualification
- PhD prior to starting position in ecosystem ecology, evolutionary biology, earth or environmental science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, complex systems science, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong background in mathematical or statistical modeling (including machine learning), computer programming, scientific and high-performance computing, analysis of large datasets, or some combination thereof, particularly as applied to life sciences. Alternatively, a keen interest in developing these skills to extend strong conceptual thinking and research in life sciences.
- Previous interdisciplinary and collaborative work, in addition to project leadership
- Record of publishing in peer-reviewed literature
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience examining material and energy flux in aquatic ecosystems
- Interest in working with a diverse team across disciplinary boundaries
To apply, submit a cover letter stating your interest in the position and previous experience as it relates to the position, including each of the preferred qualifications. Also, provide a CV, links to 1–2 recent first-authored publications, and names and contact information for three professional references.
UM is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference.
Priority Application Date: Mar 1, 2022
Please find the full job posting at: https://bit.ly/3226umjobs
Information about the larger project is: https://microcollaborative.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/MP/overview
Questions? Email bob.hall@flbs.umt.edu