Research Fellow (Ecological Systems Modeller)

This Australian Research Council funded Linkage project seeks to determine the mechanisms of synergistic feedbacks between climate change and non-climatic factors on species extinction risk, by integrating ecological, demographic, geospatial, and climatic using Bayesian statistical analyses and population-habitat-climate models. The aim is to deliver the computational tools required to anticipate biological reactions to climate change in the context of other human-driven threatening processes, and so guide proactive management responses. This project involves extensive statistical analysis of large databases, development of novel computational tools, and a considerable amount of scenario development and sensitivity analysis.

We are seeking a Research Fellow to lead the implementation of the over-arching model architecture and parameterisation, analysing model outputs, and writing reports for professional publication.

Position Requirements

You should have:

• Ph.D. in computer science, quantitative ecology, ecological informatics, applied mathematics, or a related discipline
• Strong publication record in the relevant peer-reviewed literature

To be successful in this role you will be proficient in computer/statistical programming and modelling (C#, C++ or Java, R, WinBUGS). Previous postdoctoral work and experience in supervising research students will be highly regarded.

Salary

(Level B) $73,228 - $86,960 per annum.

Superannuation

Plus an employer superannuation contribution of 17% may apply.

Term of Position

This fixed-term position is available immediately for a period of 2 years in the first instance.

Further Information

Please refer to the selection criteria or alternatively contact Professor Barry Brook, telephone (08) 8303 3745, email: barry.brook@adelaide.edu.au.

Applications

Deadline: 2 October 2009 .

Your application must:

• include your résumé/Curriculum Vitae
• address the Selection Criteria
• quote the relevant reference number
• include residency status
• include the names, addresses and/or email details of three referees.

Email applications to barry.brook@adelaide.edu.au, or forward in duplicate to:

Professor Barry Brook
Mawson Laboratories
School of Earth & Environmental Sciences
The University of Adelaide
South Australia 5005