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Postdoctoral research associate\u2014human dimensions of invasive species, Boston University<\/p>\n
Overview and responsibilities<\/p>\n
I am seeking a postdoctoral research associate to analyze the human dimensions of invasive species in two related projects in midwestern and western US communities. The postdoc will work with Dr. Abigail Sullivan (Boston University Department of Earth and Environment).<\/p>\n
The first project involves a team of social and natural scientists analyzing the social-ecological dimensions of Nitellopsis obtusa (starry stonewort) \u2013 a key emerging aquatic invasive plant in lakes in the midwestern US \u2013 in response to climate change. Initial social science data have been collected with stakeholders in Indiana, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. The postdoc may lead the analysis of existing qualitative (interview) data, lead and collaborate on manuscripts, have the opportunity to collect additional qualitative data, and interact with stakeholders and ecologists on the project team.<\/p>\n
A second project leverages an existing network of cooperative invasive species management <\/span>groups (known as CISMAs) to analyze how different collective action structures influence social <\/span>and ecological outcomes of invasive plant management with implications for improving <\/span>management. The postdoc may lead the collection of qualitative and quantitative social science <\/span>data (e.g., interviews, participant observation, and social surveys), analyze data, and lead and c<\/span>ollaborate on manuscripts.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Responsibilities of the postdoc will include collaboratively preparing manuscripts and grant proposals; traveling throughout the midwestern (and potentially western) US to conduct <\/span>fieldwork (subject to evolving pandemic conditions); and mentoring undergraduate and graduate <\/span>I have other ongoing interdisciplinary projects that the postdoc with the right skills and interests could also be involved with on topics such as perceptions of degrowth and freshwater governance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Benefits and logistics<\/p>\n The annual salary will be $55,000 plus benefits including health insurance. Boston University has many resources to support postdoc life and work (https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/pdpa\/postdocs\/). The position is funded for up to two years with the second year contingent on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds. The preferred start date is September 1, 2021, but this may be negotiated. It would be ideal if the postdoc could be physically located in the Boston, MA area but other arrangements may be possible.<\/p>\n In this position, I will work with you to achieve your career goals, whatever they may be, and to position you for success both during your time at BU and in the future. Please feel free to contact me with any questions at abigailv@bu.edu<\/p>\n Qualifications<\/p>\n Required \u2013<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Ph.D. with training and skills in the environmental social sciences, such as environmental studies\/policy\/sciences, geography, sociology, anthropology, or a related field<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \u2013 Formal training and experience with semi-structured interview methods and qualitative data <\/span>analysis (e.g., content, thematic, discourse analysis)<\/span><\/p>\n Preferred
\n\u2013Experience working in multi- or inter-disciplinary teams
\n\u2013Record of scholarly publications, including author\/coauthor of peer reviewed publications \u2013Experience with mixed-methods research
\n\u2013Experience with quantitative data including social surveys and statistical analysis \u2013Interest in invasive species<\/p>\n