Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Collaborative Research on Aquaculture & Fisheries

Responsibilities:

• Model distributions of fluvial fishes throughout native ranges.
• Develop species distribution models and recommendations based on results to aid in conserving fishes from current and future threats.
• Develop an approach to characterize the degree to which stream flows may be modified by human influences over large regions.
• Aid in organizing a working group of national experts on stream flow
• Conduct a review of available stream flow data sets and models, and document steps and needs for assessing how flows may be modified in different regions of the United States.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in aquatic or fisheries ecology, applied hydrology, or related field within last 5 years.
• Applicants must be able to work independently and with other researchers, publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, and write proposals and reports.
• This is a one-year position renewed annually with extension contingent on funding and performance.