Postdoctoral Fellow in Ecological Modelling, Canberra, Australia
Submitted by Agnieszka Eljasz on Thu, 05/01/2012 - 10:57
- Excellent opportunity to work in a leading scientific institution with dedicated professionals
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CSIRO is seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Fellow in ecological modelling, to contribute to the development of models that predict change in ecosystems as a result of changes in water availability, as one driver. The successful applicant will have a role in the development of models for quantifying ecological function in water dependent ecosystems and/or in population modelling, with a focus on progressing modelling changes to primary production, and follow-on effects on secondary production, as a result of alternative water regimes.
Specifically you will:
- develop, and where possible validate, ecological models for modelling change in ecosystems as a response to changes in water availability;
- contribute to a broader team of ecologists, river system modellers and software developers; and
- publish findings in peer reviewed journals
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $75K - $82K plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: 3 year term
Ref No.: ACT03175
To be considered you will hold a PhD relevant discipline, such as environmental, mathematical or biological science (or soon to complete one) and have:
- knowledge of the theoretical concepts underpinning knowledge of wetland, floodplain and riverine systems; and
- strong analytical skills, with experience in coding and spatial analysis.
Owing to terms of the fellowship, candidates must not have more than 3 years of relevant Postdoctoral experience.
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