Postdoctoral Fellow in Mountain Social-Ecological Systems Modeling

The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory and Department of Ecosystem Science & Sustainability at Colorado State University seek candidates for a postdoctoral fellow position to work on synthesis and modeling of mountain social-ecological systems as part of an NSF-funded research coordination network (RCN).

The RCN aims to: (1) expand an international network of mountain biophysical and social science researchers and stakeholders; (2) explore and evaluate transdisciplinary modeling frameworks for mountain social-ecological systems; and (3) promote approaches linking science with policy and practice. The project involves developing geospatial social-ecological datasets, participatory models, and conducting synthesis across diverse mountain social-ecological systems. The project leaders include Julia Klein (CSU), Anne Nolin (Oregon State University), Catherine Tucker (University of Florida), and Robin Reid (CSU), in collaboration with Adrienne Grüt-Regamey (ETH, Switzerland), Sandra Lavorel (CNRS, France), Birgit Möller (Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research), and the Mountain Sentinels Collaborative Network.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and synthesizing GIS databases, co-developing future scenarios, designing and testing social-ecological models, writing synthesis papers, and developing visualization tools for stakeholders. They will also develop new research questions and lead network workshops and meetings.

• Experience and expertise in social-ecological systems modeling
• Quantitative analysis skills
• Proficiency in geographic information systems (GIS)
• Strong organizational and communication skills (oral and written)

• Ability to collaborate in an international, transdisciplinary team
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and transdisciplinary processes
• GIS programming and modeling skills
• Knowledge of Bayesian, agent-based, or participatory modeling
• Experience in mountain studies is beneficial
• Record of scholarly publications and successful collaborations
• Interest in innovative media tools for science communication

Salary is commensurate with experience. The initial appointment is for one year, renewable up to two years based on progress and funding. For more details, visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references at this link. Applications are due by April 1, 2016.

Colorado State University is an equal opportunity employer and conducts background checks on final candidates.