Postdoctoral Associate (Part-time) - Biological Sciences #738617860

Jimmy Jazz; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Biological Sciences in Pomona, CA. The successful candidate will work under the mentorship of Principal Investigator Dr.

Erin Questad, contributing to research, teaching, and training undergraduates, including work with Hispanic and low-income students. Initial appointment is 6 months to 1 year, with potential renewals based on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology, forestry, natural resource management, or related field.
• Background in plant ecology and ecosystem restoration preferred; field research and statistical analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate and Master's students.
• Assist with maintenance of ongoing research experiments and infrastructure.
• Join Dr. Questad's research group focusing on ecosystem restoration and plant ecology.
• Mentor 1–2 undergraduates in undergraduate research.
• Pursue university trainings in pedagogy, mentoring, and related areas.

Skills

Research skills

Mentoring

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD in Biology/Forestry/NRM

Job description

• Location 3801 W TEMPLE AVE BLDG 55,FOUNDATION ADMINISTRATION,POMONA, CA, 91768-2557,United States
• Base Pay $47.00 - $57.00 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

SUMMARY : This is a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, CA. The postdoctoral associate will work under the mentorship of Principal Investigator Dr. Erin Questad.

SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):

Candidates should be interested in research, teaching and training undergraduates, and working with Hispanic and low-income students. They will work collaboratively with Dr. Questad on research projects of mutual interest and will supervise undergraduate and Master's students. The research associate will also assist with the maintenance of ongoing research experiments and infrastructure.

Candidates will be able to join the research group of Dr. Erin Questad in Biological Sciences, focusing on ecosystem restoration, plant community ecology, and physiological ecology. The candidate will serve as a research mentor for 1-2 undergraduates within the research group to learn how to lead and manage undergraduate research. Candidates will be encouraged to pursue University trainings in pedagogy, mentoring, and other areas that will prepare them for a future faculty position.

Initial appointment is for 6 monthsto 1 year depending on funding, further appointments will be based on funding availability and satisfactory performanc e.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. in Biology, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• Background in plant ecology and ecosystem restoration preferred; field research and statistical analysis skills are required.

ABOUT US : As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Foundation offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Foundation offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.

The Foundation also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. In addition, the Foundation administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Foundation contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.

CSU along with Cal Poly Pomona Foundation strongly recommend faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare an exemption from doing so. The systemwide policy can be found at COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy and any questions may be sent to [e-mail] .

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.