Postdoc: Modeling climate-adapted plant communities
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with strong modeling skills and an interest in actionable science. The postdoctoral researcher will apply a state-of-the-art Bayesian joint species distribution model (JSDM) to identify native plant species expected to maintain viable populations under climate change. Model outcomes will be used to inform decisions about which species to prioritize in conservation management projects aimed at promoting ecosystem resilience. The postdoc will be jointly supervised by Dr. Malcolm Itter and Dr. Bethany Bradley within the Department of Environmental Conservation. See full job posting (here) for additional details. Review of applications will begin on June 17, 2024.
Grad student: Quantitative forest ecology
We are seeking a graduate student (MS/PhD) for the Fall 2024 semester. The student will contribute to ongoing research to understand the growth, mortality, and regeneration of eastern temperate forests under global change. The position involves a combination of field-based observation of New England forests and analysis of data using advanced statistical methodologies to model regional forest demography. The successful applicant will be a member of the Forest Ecology Lab, a diverse and inclusive group of quantitative forest ecologists, and will enroll in the graduate program in the Department of Environmental Conservation. A background in forestry, forest ecology, or biology is required with preference given to candidates with previous coursework and experience in mathematical and/or statistical modeling. The position provides a competitive stipend, tuition waiver, and full benefits through a combination of teaching and research assistanships. Interested candidates should send their application including resume, cover letter describing their research interests and interest in joining the Forest Dynamics Lab, along with contact information for two professional references to: Dr. Malcolm Itter (mitter@umass.edu).
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with strong modeling skills and an interest in actionable science. The postdoctoral researcher will apply a state-of-the-art Bayesian joint species distribution model (JSDM) to identify native plant species expected to maintain viable populations under climate change. Model outcomes will be used to inform decisions about which species to prioritize in conservation management projects aimed at promoting ecosystem resilience. The postdoc will be jointly supervised by Dr. Malcolm Itter and Dr. Bethany Bradley within the Department of Environmental Conservation. See full job posting (here) for additional details. Review of applications will begin on June 17, 2024.
Grad student: Quantitative forest ecology
We are seeking a graduate student (MS/PhD) for the Fall 2024 semester. The student will contribute to ongoing research to understand the growth, mortality, and regeneration of eastern temperate forests under global change. The position involves a combination of field-based observation of New England forests and analysis of data using advanced statistical methodologies to model regional forest demography. The successful applicant will be a member of the Forest Ecology Lab, a diverse and inclusive group of quantitative forest ecologists, and will enroll in the graduate program in the Department of Environmental Conservation. A background in forestry, forest ecology, or biology is required with preference given to candidates with previous coursework and experience in mathematical and/or statistical modeling. The position provides a competitive stipend, tuition waiver, and full benefits through a combination of teaching and research assistanships. Interested candidates should send their application including resume, cover letter describing their research interests and interest in joining the Forest Dynamics Lab, along with contact information for two professional references to: Dr. Malcolm Itter (mitter@umass.edu).