Faculty Position in Quantitative Ecology

Faculty position in Quantitative Ecology - Bangalore

ATREE invites applications for a faculty position in the broad theme of "Biodiversity and Conservation". We are particularly looking for a Population or Ecosystems ecologist working on issues of global change (landuse, biodiversity, or climate change) and/or ecosystem services, with skills in modeling and computational biology (GIS, ecoinformatics, spatial modeling).

Qualifications: Candidates must be dynamic and highly motivated scholars, Ph.D. with one or more years of post-doctoral experience, with a strong track record of academically rigorous research in the areas indicated above. They could be trained in any branch of the natural sciences. Applicants must have a strong interest in applied research, working in multi-disciplinary teams, and teaching.

Responsibilities: Core faculty members will participate in long-term academic, policy and action oriented research programmes. They will participate in Ph. D. teaching, advising and short-term training programmes. Faculty members are also expected to share institutional responsibilities.

Appointments and Emoluments: Appointments will be at the level of Fellow (equivalent to Assistant Professor) or Senior Fellow (mid-level Associate Professor) depending upon candidate's experience. The positions are long-term, supported by endowments.

About ATREE:strong> The Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (www.atree.org) is one of South Asia's leading conservation and environmental research organizations. ATREE seeks to address pressing environmental challenges through interdisciplinary research, teaching and active engagement with civil society and policy makers.

ATREE fosters autonomy, professional growth, diversity and gender equity at the work place. Women and persons from underprivileged groups are especially encouraged to apply. Highly competitive salaries will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications: To apply, submit detailed curriculum vitae, list of publications, copies of key publications, names and contact information of three references, and an outline of proposed future research. Please use 'Faculty position in Ecology’ in the subject head of your e-mail. There is no separate application form. Electronic submissions of applications strongly preferred. Send complete set of documents to hr@atree.org. The deadline for receiving applications is November 1, 2010.