Postdoctoral Fellow Position: The Postdoctoral Fellow position at Missouri Botanical Garden involves participating in projects focused on plant life exploration, conservation, and restoration. The role includes collaborating with scientists from various institutions to synthesize data on socio-ecological outcomes of tropical forest restoration projects.
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, CCSD Req #842
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Restoration Ecology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Plant Biology
Location: Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, Missouri, United States of America
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Restoration Ecology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Plant Biology, or related discipline required
- Background in relevant fields such as Restoration Ecology, Conservation Biology, or Ecology
- Experience in conducting meta-analysis, writing scientific papers, managing databases, and engaging with diverse stakeholders
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in diverse teams and travel up to 25% of the time
- Proficiency in English; Spanish language skills desirable
| Responsibilities |
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| – Lead research on the benefits of long-term monitoring in tropical restoration |
| – Plan meetings for the working group |
| – Independently conduct research and contribute to publications |
| – Mentor graduate and undergraduate students |
| – Develop partnerships and collaborate with organizations for program enhancement |
| – Participate in scientific meetings and fieldwork |
| – Deliver lectures to professional organizations and the public |
| – Review papers and grant proposals as needed |
| – Ensure adherence to safety standards and policies |
| – Participate in outreach activities and contribute to MBG initiatives |
| – Actively promote teamwork and cooperation within the organization |
| – Perform other assigned duties |
How to Apply:
- Compile a cover letter, research statement (max two pages), CV, and contact information for three references in a single PDF file
- Submit the application by scanning the QR code provided on the website
Application Deadline: Review of applications will commence on September 30, 2024. The position will remain open until filled, with a negotiable start date ideally before January 2025.
