University of Arizona
Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85775
Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)
Postdoctoral positions are available immediately in the area of Quantitative Ecology in the Li lab in the Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona. Our research projects center on investigating how environmental changes, such as climate change, and land use changes, such as urbanization, have affected the biodiversity and/or phenology of multiple taxonomic groups using both field research and data science approaches (e.g., statistics, and machine learning). Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. Potential projects for postdocs include (but are not limited to): Investigating the eco-evo drivers of symbiosis between nitrogen-fixing plants and soil microbes; Integrating different types of phenological data to study patterns and drivers of plant phenology across large spatial, temporal, and taxonomic scales; Studying biodiversity patterns within major urban areas across the world; Developing and/or applying advanced methods (statistical models or machine learning methods) to study biodiversity change. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication skills Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in ecology, mathematics, statistics, biology, or a related field upon hire. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent programming experience (e.g. R, Python, Julia, or C++) Experience developing research proposals. FLSA:
Exempt Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week:
40 Job FTE:
1.0 Work Calendar:
Fiscal Job Category:
Research Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay:
$61,008 Compensation Type:
Salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies:
2 Contact Information for Candidates:
Dr. Daijiang Li djli@arizona.edu Open Date:
9/19/2024 Open Until Filled:
Yes Documents Needed to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents Special Instructions to Applicant:
Please upload a research statement describing your accomplishments and interests, and the names and contact information of three references. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Postdoctoral positions are available immediately in the area of Quantitative Ecology in the Li lab in the Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona. Our research projects center on investigating how environmental changes, such as climate change, and land use changes, such as urbanization, have affected the biodiversity and/or phenology of multiple taxonomic groups using both field research and data science approaches (e.g., statistics, and machine learning). Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. Potential projects for postdocs include (but are not limited to): Investigating the eco-evo drivers of symbiosis between nitrogen-fixing plants and soil microbes; Integrating different types of phenological data to study patterns and drivers of plant phenology across large spatial, temporal, and taxonomic scales; Studying biodiversity patterns within major urban areas across the world; Developing and/or applying advanced methods (statistical models or machine learning methods) to study biodiversity change. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication skills Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in ecology, mathematics, statistics, biology, or a related field upon hire. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent programming experience (e.g. R, Python, Julia, or C++) Experience developing research proposals. FLSA:
Exempt Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week:
40 Job FTE:
1.0 Work Calendar:
Fiscal Job Category:
Research Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay:
$61,008 Compensation Type:
Salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies:
2 Contact Information for Candidates:
Dr. Daijiang Li djli@arizona.edu Open Date:
9/19/2024 Open Until Filled:
Yes Documents Needed to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents Special Instructions to Applicant:
Please upload a research statement describing your accomplishments and interests, and the names and contact information of three references. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.