paleonet POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCHER. The University of Kansas

["N. MacLeod" <N.MacLeod@xxxxxxxxx>]

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The University of Kansas, in Lawrence, is seeking a post-doctoral researcher
in paleobotany or paleomycology. The study involves the study of fossil
plants/or fungi from several sites in Antarctica.  The project will involve
the analysis of both structural preserved, and impression/compression
fossils, and focuses on the description and reconstruction of the Permian
and Triassic biota, and characterization of interactions and
paleoenvironment within this high latitude ecosystem.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Scientific Research. The selected post-doctoral candidate will collaborate
with project investigators in the study of fossil plants and/or fungi from
Antarctica; prepare materials, make microscopic slides, take digital
pictures of fossil specimens; select research topics in consultation with
project investigators; and collaborate with project investigators in
preparing presentations, analyzing data and preparing manuscripts.
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 
1. Ph.D. in Paleobotany, Botany, Plant Biology, Plant Sciences, Mycology or
closely related area.
2. Excellent organizational and communication skills
3.  Demonstrated research experience in analyzing anatomical and
morphological features of plants and fungi
4.  Proficiency in digital photography
 
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
 
1.    Research experience in paleobotany as evidenced by previous
publications.
2.    Strong work ethic
 
 
SALARY:  $35,000 annual salary
 
FRINGE BENEFITS: Unclassified staff benefits determined by the State of
Kansas
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
 
Online application to: https://jobs.ku.edu including cover letter, CV, and
send three letters of recommendation to:  Dorothy Johanning, Department of
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Kansas,1200 Sunnyside Ave.,
Rm. 2041, Lawrence, KS  66045-7534.  Inquiries to tntaylor@ku.edu or
etaylor@ku.edu.  Review of applications will begin 15 May 2005 and will
continue until the position is filled.
 
The University of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. The University encourages applications from underrepresented group
members. Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis
of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability,
and veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination
on the basis of sexual orientation, marital status, and parental status.