We are seeking a quantitative ecologist or economist to work on return-on-investment problems in conservation, in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy. The successful applicant will collate and analyze both ecological data (e.g. species lists, species-area relationships, habitat types and quality) and costs associated with different conservation strategies, and will use the results in calculations aimed at maximizing conservation gain per dollar expended. The research will concern conservation in South America and the researcher will collaborate with the PIs and the TNC staff in this region (applicants should be able to travel outside the US). A PhD in a relevant discipline is required; an applicant with experience in modeling and data-analysis, and theory in a relevant discipline, will be preferred.
The Natural Resource Economist is responsible for designing, developing and implementing a program of economic research, extension and demonstration in support of The Wilderness Society’s Alaska conservation campaigns. Major areas of inquiry include: estimating the economic benefits of public land conservation and protection; fostering ecologically sustainable development opportunities; clarifying the economic importance of recreational and subsistence uses of public lands; and otherwise exploring the relationships between regional economies and ecosystem health.
The position will be located at the National Center for Analysis and Synthesis
(www.nceas.ucsb.edu), which hosts 15-20 postdoctoral associates, 6 sabbatical visitors and hundreds of visiting scientists each year.
Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Send a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to: William Murdoch at murdoch@lifesci.ucsb.edu
The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. EEO/AA Employer.
