Seeking a postdoctoral research fellow with a strong interest in advancing tropical restoration and plant conservation research, especially in the Neotropics and Hawai’i. This position is based at the University of Hawai‘i (UH) Lyon Arboretum (https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/), located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i.
The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to analyze diverse data sets generated from two research programs: 1) the Islas Project, a long-term experimental restoration study in southern Costa Rica; and (2) the Hawaiian Rare Plant Program (HRPP), an ex situ tropical plant conservation program at Lyon Arboretum. The Islas Project was established in southern Costa Rica more than a decade ago to answer a suite of theoretical and applied questions about tropical forest recovery across broad temporal and spatial scales. The HRPP was established over 25 years ago as an ex situ conservation facility, utilizing in vitro micropropagation and seed storage to rescue, recover, and store Hawai‘i’s most critically endangered native plant species.
The Fellow will primarily collaborate in data collection and analysis for the Islas Project and will take the lead in writing papers to be submitted to high-impact peer-reviewed journals. Also collaborates with HRPP researchers in the analysis and publication of the multiple data sets generated, and participates in outreach and scientific dissemination activities for both projects. Although the position will be based primarily at Lyon Arboretum, periodic trips to Costa Rica are required, especially during field sampling season in February and June/July.
We are seeking applicants with experience conducting complex spatial/quantitative statistical analyses and evidence of strong scholarship in high-impact peer-reviewed publications. Applicants should have excellent analytical skills and be well versed in use of R and other related programs for data analysis. Strong collaborative skills and ability to lead in data analysis are essential. Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge of and immersion in tropical restoration science and plant conservation literature, particularly as it pertains to the Neotropics. Ability to conduct periodic fieldwork in remote locations, potentially under adverse conditions such as inclement weather, rugged landscapes, and on steep slopes. Ability to speak and understand Spanish is preferred.
For additional information and to submit an application please go to the following website and search for position #19323.
Application deadline: 13 August 2019.
Please include:
1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications and interest in the position (2 pages max)
2) CV
3) examples of up to 3 publications
4) contact information for three references
For inquiries: contact Dr. Rakan Zahawi at: zahawi@hawaii.edu
Position is a Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of Hawai‘i (UH) Lyon Arboretum, located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.