Effectiveness of road mitigation structures in preventing ocelot and associated wildlife road mortalities-Brownsville, Texas

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Agency

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Location

Brownsville, TX

Job Category

Post Doctoral Appointments

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Start Date

09/01/2021

Last Date to Apply

08/10/2021

Website

https://www.utrgv.edu

Description

We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher to join our research focused on the prevention of ocelot and associated wildlife road mortalities on two major roads in South Texas. The postdoc will be based in the lab of Dr. Richard Kline in the School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. We are searching for applicants with a strong background and interest in research topics of camera trap arrays, road ecology, endangered species, and spatial analysis. We expect the post-doc to work on existing funded projects monitoring impacted roads as well as develop new questions with lab members and collaborators. It is expected that the post-doc will submit multiple manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals annually. There will be additional research opportunities with camera trap data, spatial analyses, sound analyses and animal movements. In addition to research, there is the potential to mentor graduate and undergraduate students. This position will be based in South Texas, primarily in Brownsville and Port Isabel. This is a benefits eligible position. The appointment is for an initial period of one year with the possibility of continuance depending on performance and funding availability

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field and have a demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed journals, including at least one first author publication. Strong writing and quantitative skills are required. Experience with camera traps and spatial analyses are preferred. To receive full consideration, please respond to Dr. Richard Kline [email protected]. Applications should include: 1. Cover letter, 2. CV, 3. representative writing sample, 4. unofficial transcript, and 5. contact information for three references. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Contact Person

Dr. Richard Kline

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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