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The University of Liverpool
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Department of Evolution, Ecology and Behaviour
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Spatial Ecology Modelling (Fixed Term) Grade 7
£34,805 – £38,018 pa
A postdoctoral research associate in spatial ecology modelling is needed to work in the group of Dr Jenny Hodgson, bringing together insights from multiple disciplines to improve conservation planning worldwide. Given the global challenge of climate change conservation planning needs a new foundation of methods, able to cope with rapidly changing environments and species, and to make robust recommendations under high uncertainty. This project offers a unique opportunity for a quantitative scientist to apply their existing skills in a new context, as well as receiving intensive training in the methods used by Dr Hodgson and her international collaborators.
There are two key objectives for the post-holder: To conduct a global meta-analytic study of how habitat fragmentation affects population dynamics and to build robust models of where species and communities are likely to persist, with a new bottom-up method that exploits the strengths of a variety of data sources
You will thus play a central role in the project ‘Robust Conservation for a Dynamic World’, funded by UKRI with Dr Hodgson in a Future Leaders Fellowship position, and with multidisciplinary collaborators across 6 research institutions
We seek a pro-active team member who will become increasingly independent over time. The ideal candidate will stand out for their quantitative skills and the insight to build an efficient model to address a scientific question. These skills may have been developed in any scientific field. It would also be a great advantage to have experience in analysing satellite imagery, as well as a strong interest in and aptitude for ecology. You should have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in a relevant, quantative discipline including biological, geographical or environmental sciences.
You will work in a friendly department with Athena Swan Gold award, benefiting from bespoke training in collaborators’ groups, a generous allowance for conferences; and personal development following Vitae framework. The post is available for 3 years. Certain patterns of part-time working ca be considered, subject to logistical and grant duration constraints.
Applicants are advised to read the ‘How to apply’ section on the Job Description carefully, prior to submitting their application form.
Job Ref: 020450 Closing Date: 13 August 2020
For full details and to apply online, please visit: https://recruit.liverpool.ac.uk
