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Postdoc position on: Ecological networks above- and belowground
A post-doctoral fellow is sought in the broader area of quantitative ecology, specifically the study of species interaction networks. The specific questions to be addressed will be determined in collaboration with the successful candidate. However, the work will benefit from the use of data from a presently-unpublished large-scale field mesocosm experiment. The experiment comprises 180 experimental plant communities, with factorial treatments of insect herbivores and mycorrhizal fungi to generate above- and belowground interaction networks with differing architecture. In the late stages of the experiment, these mesocosms have been invaded experimentally with new plant species, so resistance and response to invasion could be components of this work. We are looking for a candidate to seize the immense opportunity provided by this dataset to answer novel ecological questions related to ecological networks. In addition to data on the experimentally-generated interaction networks, it will be possible to obtain phylogenetic data, or other complementary data. Nevertheless, it is intended that this position should be largely based on new approaches to analyse, understand, and/or model these existing data.
This position will be based in the international and multidisciplinary group of Prof. Jason Tylianakis (www.tylianakislab.org), working in collaboration with Prof. Ian Dickie, both at the Bio-protection Research Centre, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. Our labs explore ecological questions relating to species interactions, the architecture of biodiversity, and the drivers of ecosystem functioning. Our lab groups have a history of embracing diversity in their membership, and we encourage all suitably qualified individuals to apply. The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Canterbury benefits from a diverse community of researchers from a range of disciplines. It supports world-leading research across all levels of biological organisation, from molecules to ecosystems, involving researchers from all career stages. It lies at the heart of Christchurch’s community, which sits in the Canterbury plains at close proximity to the picturesque mountains and sea.
The successful candidate will have:
Application deadline: 23 March 2018
The successful applicant will be expected to begin by July 2018.
To apply or view the full position description go to https://ucvacancies.canterbury.ac.nz and search for 5792 (the job number).
For further information please contact Prof. Jason Tylianakis (jason.tylianakis@canterbury.ac.nz) or Prof. Ian Dickie (ian.dickie@canterbury.ac.nz).
Postdoc position on: Ecological networks above- and belowground
A post-doctoral fellow is sought in the broader area of quantitative ecology, specifically the study of species interaction networks. The specific questions to be addressed will be determined in collaboration with the successful candidate. However, the work will benefit from the use of data from a presently-unpublished large-scale field mesocosm experiment. The experiment comprises 180 experimental plant communities, with factorial treatments of insect herbivores and mycorrhizal fungi to generate above- and belowground interaction networks with differing architecture. In the late stages of the experiment, these mesocosms have been invaded experimentally with new plant species, so resistance and response to invasion could be components of this work. We are looking for a candidate to seize the immense opportunity provided by this dataset to answer novel ecological questions related to ecological networks. In addition to data on the experimentally-generated interaction networks, it will be possible to obtain phylogenetic data, or other complementary data. Nevertheless, it is intended that this position should be largely based on new approaches to analyse, understand, and/or model these existing data.
This position will be based in the international and multidisciplinary group of Prof. Jason Tylianakis (www.tylianakislab.org), working in collaboration with Prof. Ian Dickie, both at the Bio-protection Research Centre, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. Our labs explore ecological questions relating to species interactions, the architecture of biodiversity, and the drivers of ecosystem functioning. Our lab groups have a history of embracing diversity in their membership, and we encourage all suitably qualified individuals to apply. The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Canterbury benefits from a diverse community of researchers from a range of disciplines. It supports world-leading research across all levels of biological organisation, from molecules to ecosystems, involving researchers from all career stages. It lies at the heart of Christchurch’s community, which sits in the Canterbury plains at close proximity to the picturesque mountains and sea.
The successful candidate will have:
- A research background in ecology, with analytical and programming skills sufficient to lead the analysis for this project.
- Expert knowledge and experience with the study of ecological networks, and experience with any of the following would be an advantage: phylogenetic analysis, insect-plant interactions, plant-mycorrhizal interactions.
- A strong publication track record relative to years of experience.
Application deadline: 23 March 2018
The successful applicant will be expected to begin by July 2018.
To apply or view the full position description go to https://ucvacancies.canterbury.ac.nz and search for 5792 (the job number).
For further information please contact Prof. Jason Tylianakis (jason.tylianakis@canterbury.ac.nz) or Prof. Ian Dickie (ian.dickie@canterbury.ac.nz).