Scientist II

The Department of Integrative Biology is seeking a candidate who will help advance ecological and evolutionary research in the Ives laboratory. Ecological and evolutionary processes can operate on the same time scales when ecological forces are sufficient to drive strong selection. The Ives laboratory focuses on fusing theoretical and experimental approaches from ecology and evolution in order to enrich our understanding of both ecological and evolutionary dynamics.

Our research program is multidisciplinary involving large-scale field experiments and surveys, long-term laboratory experiments, and intensive data analysis. The ideal candidate will be expected to execute routine and complex research experiments, including but not limited to the following duties: preform fieldwork in agricultural and natural areas; build strong relationships with field station personnel; run long-term cage experiments in field and laboratory conditions; lead and train students and technicians; collect and identify plants and insects in the field and under a stereoscope; analyze data in R; write manuscripts and give academic presentations.

• Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

• Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed

• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures

College of Letters & Science | Integrative Biology

The typical starting salary for this position is $61,388 annually. Actual pay will be determined depending on qualifications and experience. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurance and savings accounts; and retirement benefits.

• Minimum of 3 years of postdoctoral experience
• Prior experience in theoretical ecology, experimental ecology, predator-prey interactions
• A record of significant publications in peer reviewed journals
• Experience in student training and mentoring
• Experience developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
• Experience working with terrestrial insect systems in field and laboratory conditions
• Experience in statistical analyses and visualization using R
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team

• Experience in insect identification using entomological keys
• Experience using AI tools to advance ecological or agricultural sciences

Terminal Degree, required

PhD in Ecology, Evolution, Entomology or a related field

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-Resume

-Letter of Qualifications/Cover Letter

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Selected applicants will receive an invitation to participate in interviews 10-15 business days following the application deadline.

Once finalists are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/former supervisor. References will not be contacted without advanced notice.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Dr. Tony Ives, arives@wisc.edu, 608-262-1519

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