USGS Invasive Species and Climate Change Fellowship

Description of Duties

The Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) is seeking a postdoc or PhD candidate to lead research synthesis on the intersection of invasive species and climate change in the Southwest. The SW CASC delivers useful and useable science to natural and cultural resource managers for climate adaptation planning. There is growing awareness that climate change influences the spread of invasive species and that invasives can interact with climate change, exacerbating impacts. The SW CASC is interested in synthesizing research on invasive species and climate change across the Southwest and engaging with natural and cultural resource managers to identify regional research, education, and communication priorities. Specific activities may include, but are not limited to, 1) conducting a structured literature review of invasive species research, 2) conducting research on climate change and invasive species, 3) engaging with regional scientists and managers interested in invasive species and with Regional Invasive Species & Climate Change (RISCC) Management Networks elsewhere in the US and 4) translating scientific information for distribution to resource managers or other interested audiences.
QualificationsThe qualified candidate should be currently pursuing or have received a doctoral degree in the one of the relevant fields (e.g. ecology, biology, geography or a related field). Degree must have been received within the past five years, or anticipated to be received by 12/31/2024.Preferred skills:Experience or education in western US ecology (terrestrial or aquatic) with a focus on invasive species.Experience with data analysis using programming languages such as R or Python.Experience with or interest in engaging with both academic and natural resource management partners to develop research projects or outreach materials related to the climate change and invasive species in the southwestern US.

Type of position

Postdoc

Salary

Location dependent – $72,000-90,000 (CA, AZ, NV, UT) – may vary if other remote location

Benefits

Health insurance for the candidate is provided, as are funds for project-related support and travel.

Location

Remote, however preferred location/relocation to CA, NV, AZ, or UT

Closing Date

10/11/2024

Date Position Available

15/11/2024
U.S. Geological Survey Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center
Established in 2011, the USGS Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) provides regionally-relevant scientific information, tools, and techniques to resource managers and communities in Arizona, Utah, California, and Nevada.