Spatial Ecologist Postdoc - Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 05 Jul 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Spatial Ecologist Postdoc - Fort Collins, CO
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position	No
Posting Number	202200885AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title	Postdoctoral Fellows
Number of Vacancies	1
Work Hours/Week	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range	$54,500-$56,500
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date	07/25/2022
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	07/05/2022
Description of Work Unit	The Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology Department expands the frontiers of knowledge through our broad-based expertise in applied ecology, quantitative methods, and human dimensions in the conservation and management of fish and wildlife. We teach students to think critically about environmental issues, and become ecologically literate citizens with the training to be successful in graduate school and in careers with natural resources agencies, firms, and non-government organizations. Our outreach efforts contribute significantly to life-long learning by assisting individuals and agencies to solve complex environmental problems and to be good stewards of our nation’s natural resources
Position Summary	The Spatial Ecologist Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for processing, analyzing, and synthesizing radar, community science, and remote sensing data through peer reviewed publication on the impacts of artificial light on migration bird land use and flight patterns. The post-doc will work closely with PI Horton (CSU) and Co-I Henebry (Michigan State University).
Required Job Qualifications	Ph.D. degree in a pertinent biological, remote sensing, or computer science field by start date of position. Must also have demonstrated experience publishing scientific papers in the areas of ecology, quantitative ecology, remote sensing, or movement ecology. Demonstrated competency in statistical modeling, proficiency in R coding, extensive experience in remote sensing, and ability to handle and organize large datasets.
Preferred Job Qualifications	Experience working with weather surveillance radar data and processing. Experience working with remote sensing layers including MODIS, VIIRS, LANDSAT, and NLCD imagery. Experience in movement ecology with an emphasis in bird ecology. Demonstrated experience working in collaborative research settings.
Diversity Statement	Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category	Research
Duty/Responsibility	Lead the primary organization, processing, and integration of weather surveillance radar and community science data. Facilitate the linkage of these data layers with remote sensing products in an effort to characterize land-use (and airspace use) patterns of migratory birds – particularly in regard to artificial light pollution. The post-doc will focus on urban across the United States.
Percentage Of Time	60%

Job Duty Category	Publication
Duty/Responsibility	Write up research papers on research findings – potentially spanning fields of ecology, conservation biology, remote sensing, and ecological forecasting. Develop effective figures and images to convey main messages in paper. Submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journal, and engage with review process to get manuscripts published.
Percentage Of Time	30%

Job Duty Category	Outreach
Duty/Responsibility	Meet regularly with broader research group to engage on discussions of ALAN, remote sensing, and movement ecology. Facilitate interactions between CSU and MSU partners regarding modeling, data processing, data integration, and movement ecology. Disseminate findings through scientific conferences and manuscript press releases.
Percentage Of Time	10%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than 7/5/2022 for full consideration at jobs.colostate.edu. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of: Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot. Resume/CV Diversity Statement which demonstrates your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM. References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact	Kyle Horton, [email protected]
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.