<div dir="ltr">Opportunity for a postdoctoral scholar or scientist to join our team as part of a new joint effort among researchers the University of Montana, University of Wisconsin, and several agencies to characterize continental-scale land use changes and guide conservation investment, action, and policymaking.  The full position description is available <a href="https://university-montana-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=3561&company_id=16254&version=1&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992274&startflag=1" target="_blank">here</a> and copied below.<div><br></div><div>Feel free to reach out directly with any questions!</div><div>best,</div><div>Tyler<br clear="all"><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div>--</div><div><div><div><div><a href="http://www.gibbs-lab.com/tyler-lark" target="_blank">Tyler J. Lark, PhD</a><font size="1">  |  </font><span style="font-size:x-small">(920)-737-3538  |  </span><a href="https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/3165093797" style="font-size:x-small" target="_blank">Zoom</a><br></div><div><div><font size="1"><i></i></font></div><font size="1"></font></div><font size="1"></font></div><font size="1"></font></div><div><font size="1">Research Scientist, University of Wisconsin-Madison   </font></div></div></div></div></div>   </div><div><font size="1"><br></font></div><div><font size="1"><br></font></div><div><dd id="gmail-jobDesciptionDiv" class="gmail-cssDspJobBody" style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:11px;line-height:inherit;font-family:tahoma,arial;vertical-align:baseline;text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">The <span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(128,0,0)"><strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline">University of Montana Numerical Terradynamics Simulation Group </strong></span>(NTSG) in collaboration with The <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(128,0,0)">University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment</span> </strong>(SAGE) seek an exceptional post-doctoral researcher with expertise in geospatial analysis, statistics, and agricultural ecosystems to study land-use changes in North America’s grasslands.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">The research scientist will use remotely sensed data and ancillary information to characterize recent and historical grassland dynamics across North America (Canada, U.S., and Mexico) and assess the drivers and consequences of this change, including interactions with woody encroachment and cropland expansion. Federal agricultural and conservation agencies will use this work to fund and target sustainability programs in working grasslands, including projects to mitigate climate change and protect habitats for threatened and endangered wildlife. The candidate will also have ample opportunity to contribute to a diverse set of ongoing projects advancing environmental conservation, sustainable bioenergy development, and climate change mitigation both in the U.S and internationally.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">The researcher will lead the characterization and evaluation of a new continental-scale landcover product from the Rangeland Analysis Platform and conduct an analysis of the determinants and/or outcomes of multi-decadal land use change. The candidate will work closely with researchers at both the University of Montana and the University of Wisconsin as well as collaborators at the USDA NRCS, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and other wildlife and conservation partners. The candidate will also work with professional communication teams to develop outreach products to illustrate the rapid change occurring to North America’s grasslands and the impacts of these changes to nature and people.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">The researcher will be joining a highly collaborative and purpose-driven team working on grassland conservation under the supervision of Drs. Tyler Lark and David Naugle. Flexible work arrangements are available with preferred home location of Madison, WI, and the candidate serving as a UMT employee with a courtesy appointment at UW-Madison. The city of Madison, WI, is widely recognized for its warm community, high quality of life, and easy access to natural areas. Costs of living are moderate, public transportation and bicycle paths are easy transportation options, and there is a vibrant international community.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Questions about the project can be directed to Dr. Lark at <a href="mailto:lark@wisc.edu">lark@wisc.edu</a>.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><a href="http://www.umt.edu/president/strategicinitiatives/priorities-for-action.php" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(88,88,88)">priorities for action</a></strong>: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.</span></p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><h2 style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:22px;line-height:inherit;font-family:"trebuchet ms",georgia;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(69,69,69)"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:14pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(128,0,0)">Position Details</span></h2><ul style="margin:0px 0px 0px 2em;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits</span></li><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program</span></li><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Salary for this position is $52,000 - $75,000 per year commensurate with qualifications</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><h2 style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:22px;line-height:inherit;font-family:"trebuchet ms",georgia;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(69,69,69)"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:14pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(128,0,0)">Minimum Requirements</span></h2><ul style="margin:0px 0px 0px 2em;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Background in remote sensing, ecosystem modeling and analysis, or economics</span></li><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Knowledge of agricultural and grassland ecosystems, conservation, or policy</span></li><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Experience with large-scale geospatial analyses and data management using cloud-based computing resources (e.g. Google Earth Engine) to help solve global environmental challenges</span></li><li style="margin:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Possess a Ph.D. or M.S. plus extensive research experience</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"> </p><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font:inherit;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:10pt;line-height:inherit;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;vertical-align:baseline">Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline">ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference </strong>Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline">References:</strong> References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline">Testing:</strong> Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. <strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-family:inherit;vertical-align:baseline">Employment Eligibility:</strong> All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).</span></p><h2 style="margin:0px;padding:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:22px;line-height:inherit;font-family:"trebuchet ms",georgia;vertical-align:baseli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