2011-09-14

Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Blacksburg, VA 24061-0321

Responsibilities:

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences at Virginia Tech is accepting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Associate. Research will focus on the reproductive effects of bioaccumulative trace elements in turtles. The position will involve documentation of the spatial and temporal extent of contamination from the fly ash spill in Kingston, TN using nondestructive sampling of adult turtles, and studies of maternal transfer and its potential influence on embryonic development. The incumbent will be responsible for interfacing with multiple scientists and stakeholders and playing a leadership role within a large interdisciplinary research team. The incumbent will be expected to submit manuscripts based on the research to peer-reviewed journals and to produce periodic summaries and reports for presentation of results. The incumbent will also be responsible for mentoring current graduate students in the lab and enhancing their current research projects through collaboration.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology, ecotoxicology, developmental biology, or related field; a strong background in organismal biology; demonstrated experience working with animals in the field; excellent organizational and writing skills and an exemplary publication record; demonstrated leadership ability and to work as part of a team; ability to work under limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications include knowledge of herpetofauna of the eastern U.S.; knowledge of pollution or related conservation issues; experience with both parametric and nonparametric forms of data analysis; experience with watercraft; experience with database management using both Microsoft Access and Excel spread sheets;experience interfacing with state and federal agencies

Salary:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position is grant-funded for a period of one year and may be renewable for another year based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

To apply:

Please visit www.jobs.vt.edu, and search for posting #0100465; position #114067. Include with the faculty application a cover letter, resume, and list of contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin October 10th, 2011 and continue until the position is filled, with an anticipated start date between December 20011 – February 2012 (negotiable). Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Amel Cuskovic at 540-231-9359 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Contact for more information: Tara Craig This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, Virginia Tech, 100 Cheatham Hall (0321), Blacksburg, VA 24061, or William Hopkins at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at Virginia Tech. The search process is currently underway and will continue until a successful candidate is chosen. Following an initial review, selected candidates will be contacted directly for an interview.