A position as Post-doctoral Research Associate is available in the lab
of Gerlinde Hoebel to study the evolution of multi-modal communication
in frogs, with special focus on acoustic, visual, and water surface
wave signals. The postdoctoral scientist will collaborate on
establishing methods/equipment for studying visual and surfave wave
modalities, and lead a team of undergraduate students to perform
behavioral experiments at UWM and the UWM Field Station. The ideal
candidate will have field experience with frogs, and experience
conducting behavioral experiments, in particular with acoustic, visual
or surface wave recording and playback techniques.
This is a full-time position with support for one year, and
possibility for extension pending proposal success. UWM is an Equal
Opportunity /Afirmative Action Employer.
Screening of candidates will begin September 1, 2011, and continue
until the position is filled. Appointment can begin as soon as the
position is filled.
To apply, please send the following documents by email to Gerlinde
Hoebel (hoebel@uwm.edu):
(1) CV
(2) statement of research interests/experience, incl. how previous
experience relates to the position description
(3) name and contact information of three references.
For further information about UWM, the Dept. of Biological Sciences,
and the Anuran Behavioral Ecology Lab, please visit:
https://pantherfile.uwm.edu/hoebel/www/
http://www4.uwm.edu/letsci/biologicalsciences/
http://www4.uwm.edu/