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<p class="MsoNormal">UArizona Biodiversity & Conservation Science Initiative<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Postdoctoral Research Associate Opening<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h3><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/6084?c=arizona"><b><i><span style="color:#C00000;mso-ligatures:none">Apply Today!</span></i></b></a></span><b><i><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">
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<p class="MsoNormal">Position is open until filled.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://environment.arizona.edu/air"><b>Arizona Institutes for Resilience (AIR)</b></a><b>
</b>at the <a href="https://www.arizona.edu/"><b>University of Arizona</b></a><b>
</b>invites applications for a year-to-year appointment, contingent upon funding and performance,
<b>Postdoctoral Research Associate </b>in the recently established & cross-cutting postdoctoral cluster hire “<a href="https://bbcs.arizona.edu/"><b>Bridging Biodiversity & Conservation Science (BBCS): Forecasting Future Environments</b></a>” initiated in 2016.
The position connects to an exciting scientific interface addressing “global grand challenges” in biodiversity & conservation science & its role in sustaining societal well-being.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-kashida-space:50%"><b>BBCS </b>provides an opportunity for interdisciplinary training, with access to excellent core facilities, & engaging in a team approach with other post-doctoral fellows.
<a href="https://bbcs.arizona.edu/projects">Click here to learn about the BBCS affiliated projects and published papers</a>. The scientific goal of the BBCS program is to build a more robust & predictive biodiversity & conservation science through integration
with epidemiology, informatics, & public policy. We will address emerging, critical issues in preventing extinction, preserving ecosystem & human health, & food security. By forecasting future environments & patterns of biodiversity under changing physical,
social, & economic conditions, we not only will be able to anticipate future challenges & opportunities in health & food security, but also aim to develop governance & conservation strategies to address these challenges.<o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-kashida-space:50%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Duties & Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></span></h3>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> Work under the supervision of a Research Director & an interdisciplinary group of the BBCS Core Faculty<span style="color:#323A45"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Lead synthesis or group research papers linking biodiversity and environmental databases.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Work as part of a team of post-doctoral fellows and faculty on additional interdisciplinary projects and group synthesis papers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Develop proposals for external funding in line with broader mission of BBCS to bridge the fields of conservation and biodiversity with public policy, public health and food security.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Additional duties may be assigned.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h3 style="text-kashida-space:50%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Minimum Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></span></h3>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Applicants must have, as of the beginning date of the appointment, a Ph.D. (or M.D.) in a field related to biodiversity and conservation from an accredited institution.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or non-citizen national per NIH grant requirements. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <span style="color:#323A45">Submitted CV/Resume and Cover Letter<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h3 style="text-kashida-space:50%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Benefits:<o:p></o:p></span></h3>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> Full benefits eligible at 1.0 FTE<o:p></o:p></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> Salary DOE<span style="color:#323A45"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="X-NONE">·</span> <i><span style="color:#323A45">Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access
to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!</span></i><span style="color:#323A45"> T<i>he University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. </i></span><a href="http://talent.arizona.edu/"><b><i>Click here</i></b></a><i><span style="color:#323A45">
to learn more! <o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-kashida-space:50%"><i>At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems,
and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students,
colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence
initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.<span style="color:#323A45"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<h3><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/6084?c=arizona"><b><i><span style="color:#C00000;mso-ligatures:none">Click Here to Apply!</span></i></b></a></span><b><i><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#002060">Kerry Johnson<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Program Coordinator<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Bridging Biodiversity & Conservation Science Initiative<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">AZ Institute for Resilience | Research, Innovation & Impact<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">University of Arizona<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:kerryjohnson@arizona.edu"><span style="color:#0563C1">kerryjohnson@arizona.edu</span></a>
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