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American Museum Of Natural History

Postdoctoral Research Associate

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Barber Sensory Ecology Lab at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to 1) analyze and publish existing diverse data sets on the consequences of intense anthropogenic (e.g., noise and light pollution) and natural (e.g., whitewater river noise) sensory environments for birds, bats, and insects; 2) collaborate on experimental design, data collection, and analysis efforts on bat-insect interactions under different light pollution regimes at the Southwestern Research Station in Portal, AZ; and 3) design and implement projects on existing large-scale data sets (including museum specimens) on the effects of sensory pollution on animal distributions.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze data sets and prepare data, code, and related materials for publication.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication including figure preparation, coauthor communication, and managing manuscripts through the journal submission process.
• Coordinate and perform new data collection including travel to the southwestern research station in Portal AZ.
• Mentor other lab members in statistical analysis and manuscript preparation.

The expected salary for the Postdoctoral Research Associate is $71,181/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.


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To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: careers.amnh.org

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures.

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law.

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