Research Associate - Aquatic Ecology and Fisheries Research at Miami University in Pearson Hall

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Job Title Research Associate - Aquatic Ecology and Fisheries Research Department Biology Department Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Salary Benefit Eligible Yes Job Description Summary The Wagner Lab at Miami University (https://wagneraqualab.weebly.com/) seeks a Research Associate. The goal of the position is to advance our understanding of anthropogenic stressors on aquatic ecosystems and fisheries, with an emphasis on climate change, emerging contaminants, invasive species, and land use change. The successful candidate will work with several dynamic and interdisciplinary teams that will develop integrative, multidisciplinary science to provide a system-level, comprehensive understanding of the factors affecting aquatic ecosystems and fish population dynamics. One-year appointment, renewable annually for up to two years, with additional years contingent upon funding availability. Job Description Duties : Research: (60%): Conduct and oversee data collection, analysis, and manuscript writing. Project/lab management (25%): Assist with establishing the Wagner Lab at Miami University, including overseeing projects, ordering equipment and supplies, and coordinating fieldwork. Team Coordination (10%): Coordinate and facilitate meetings with project teams. Mentorship (5%): There is the potential to mentor Miami undergraduate researchers and MS student researchers. Minimum Qualifications : Required: Master of Science or Ph.D. in ecology, fisheries, ecological statistics, or a related discipline with a strong quantitative background. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skill. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with the programming environment R, and Bayesian hierarchical modeling. Successful candidate will have experience with boat and backpack electrofishing since candidate will be expected to carry out aquatic ecology and fisheries fieldwork. Expectation to present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to academic journal publications. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: LaTeX Additional Position Information (if applicable) Required Application Documents Cover Letter and Resume/CV Special Instructions (if applicable) Inquiries may be directed to Tyler Wagner at wagne263@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled. Additional Information A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify. Remote Work For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University. Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here. Miami University Values Statement Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami