Research Fellowship: Modelling of coupled social-ecological systems
Job Level(s): Research Academic Level B, Research Academic Level C
Location: Townsville
Closing Date: 12 January 2007
Reference: 6219
Position Statement
This position is jointly funded by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (James Cook University), the Resilience Alliance, and The Australian Environmental Decision Analysis Centre (University of Queensland). The appointee will carry out research to assess the potential for networks of protected areas to enhance the resilience of coupled social-ecological systems at the landscape-seascape scale. The work is expected to consist principally of mathematical modelling that couples economic/social dynamics with ecological dynamics, but the candidate will be expected to seek to apply the models developed to empirical case studies (e.g., the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, terrestrial protected area systems, etc.). The candidate should have a strong background in mathematical modelling, and be familiar with research problems in economics, ecology, or a related discipline.
Duties and Accountabilities
- Conduct research independently and as part of a team which contributes to the achievement of the aims of the ARC Centre of Excellence, particularly the research program for Resilience of Linked Social-Ecological Systems.
- Contribute to improving understanding of the resilience of linked social-ecological systems.
- Work independently and collaborate with centre staff to apply skills to research problems in the study of the social-ecological systems.
- Publish research in high quality journals.
- Co-supervise graduate students, if appropriate.
- Travel between JCU and UQ.
Key Selection Criteria
- PhD in related discipline
- Exceptional publication record for stage of career
- Strong mathematical modelling skills
- Evidence of research ability in one or more discipline(s) relevant to the dynamics of social and/or ecological systems
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills
Enquiries to
Dr Sean Connolly
61 7 4781 4242
Sean.Connolly@jcu.edu.au
Employment Type
Appointments will be full-time for a fixed term (research only) of up to three years subject to a probationary period.
Salary
$62531 - $73990 per annum
$76281 per annum
depending on qualifications and experience
Benefits
Benefits include generous employer superannuation contribution and attractive options for salary packaging.
Method of Application Procedure
Please forward a CV, statement of research interests, pdfs of recent publications, email addresses of three potential referees, and a cover letter which addresses the selection criteria to Recruitment Officer, Human Resources, telephone: (07) 4781 5012; e-mail jcu.recruitment@jcu.edu.au
Apply on line from http://www.jcu.edu.au/app/jobs/positiondetails.cfm?reference=6219
