[LTER-opportunities] Postdoctoral Researcher Position: Coastal Food Web Ecology

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*Postdoctoral Researcher Position: Coastal Food Web Ecology*

Job Description: A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the
Polito Lab at Louisiana State University, Department of Oceanography and
Coastal Sciences. The postdoctoral researcher will focus on the analysis
of bulk tissue and compound-specific stable isotope measurements of
amino acids to help understand the ecological effects of multiple
stressors and subsequent restoration practices on the trophic structure
and flow of energy through coastal saltmarsh food webs. This position
will include both laboratory and fieldwork as part of a large,
interdisciplinary consortium of researchers studying coastal
environments in the Northern Gulf of Mexico.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate has experience in stable isotope
analyses and/or coastal ecosystem ecology, but candidates with diverse
research backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Experience operating small
boats and conducting fieldwork in estuarine systems is also desirable
but not required.

Salary & Benefits: Salary will be approximately $48,500 USD per year
plus benefits and up to a $3,000 relocation incentive payment. Grant
funding includes travel costs to attend 1-2 scientific conferences per
year. LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity / equal
access employer.

Start Date: Applicant review is ongoing and the position can start as
early as September 2018, though later start dates will be considered.

Application Instructions: Interested individuals should contact Dr. Mike
Polito (mpolito at lsu.edu) with questions or to let him know they intend
to apply. Those attending the Ecological Society of America meeting may
contact Mike to meet in New Orleans and discuss the opportunity. Full
application packets should include a cover letter, resume, and three
professional references. Applications can be submitted via the LSU
workday portal:
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/LSU---Baton-Rouge/Postdoctoral-
Researcher_R00022008.

Location: The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences applies
biological, physical, chemical, and geological oceanography and coastal
science research to pressing issues such as coastal land loss, fisheries
management, and environmental change. Louisiana State University is
located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and is the flagship university for the
state, supporting land, sea, and space grant research. Situated on the
Mississippi River, just an hour away from New Orleans, Baton Rouge
represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant Creole and Cajun culture.
This state capital is a thriving city with over 300 years of history,
known for its great people, its unique food, and its lively music and
festivals.

www.oceanography.lsu.edu/politolab

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