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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo · 1 month ago

Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Biological Sciences

San Luis Obispo, CA

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $68K/yr

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking a Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the area of Biological Sciences. The role involves conducting research on snake behavior, mentoring students, and teaching, while contributing to the university's commitment to impactful research and teaching in a supportive academic environment.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage and lead community science-informed research on snake behavior, human-wildlife conflict, and the sociology of human-rattlesnake interactions via the community science platform Project RattleCam (www.RattleCam.org)

Propose and conduct research projects based on the laboratory’s earlier work on rattlesnake behavior and conservation biology

Propose and write manuscripts based on the conducted research

Work with mentors in developing research project goals, including writing manuscripts and grant applications

Participate in professional development activities, including attending national conferences

Directly supervise research staff, including undergraduate and graduate students

Receive mentorship and training in effective teaching practices and teach at least 1 undergraduate course during the fellowship under the mentorship of experienced faculty (paid by additional assignment as a part-time lecturer)

Qualification

Doctoral degreeStatistical software (R)Peer-reviewed writingResearch project managementTeaching experienceComputer skillsVerbalTeamworkWritten skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Doctoral degree in biology, sociology, or a closely related field

Desire to learn new skills and work in teams including students, researchers, and faculty

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software such as R

Experience with writing peer-reviewed scientific articles

Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet timelines

Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others

Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public

Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance