PhD Assistantship – Wildlife Ecology Science Communication: Florida

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Agency

University of Florida

Location

Gainesville, Florida

Job Category

Graduate Assistantships

Salary

25,000

Start Date

01/01/2023

Last Date to Apply

09/30/2022

Website

https://wec.ifas.ufl.edu/

Description

Online science communication (e.g., social media, podcasting, online programming) is becoming increasingly important in ecology. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for this unique Ph.D. program to develop and evaluate the impacts of new online science communication strategies. This position will be co-advised by Drs. Marcus Lashley and Carolina Baruzzi. This position is fully funded for 4 years and includes a stipend ($25,000), full tuition waiver, and health insurance. The successful candidate will be expected to evaluate impacts of existing efforts (i.e., podcasts affiliated with Natural Resource University network, @ufdeerlab and @ufwildlife social media platforms, and online prescribed fire training) and use results to optimize and test strategies for future science communication.

Duties will include assisting in development of outreach content related to wildlife conservation in the southeastern United States, management of social media platforms, and submission of formal evaluations of science communication efforts to peer-reviewed journal outlets. Leading or assisting ongoing field ecology research will be encouraged based on individual interest provided it produces outreach content. There is flexibility to develop specific topics for dissertation chapters based on individual interest.

Desired start date: January 2023

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: MSc degree is required. B.Sc. or M.Sc. in ecology, wildlife management, or closely related fields. Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills.

Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated proficiency in science communication related to the abovementioned technologies. Experience authoring peer-reviewed publications and outreach articles. Experience with audio and video editing software.

Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2022. Position will remain open until filled.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter highlighting your interest in the position and relevant skills/accomplishments, an updated CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for at least 3 references to Dr. Marcus Lashley (marcus.lashley@ufl.edu).

Contact Person

Dr. Marcus Lashley

Contact eMail

marcus.lashley@ufl.edu

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