Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ecosystem Ecology & Mentoring

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

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.