Postdoctoral Research Associate, Masai Mara Savannah Herbivore Project

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In collaboration with the University of York, the Mammalian Behaviour & Evolution Group at the University of Liverpool is looking for a behavioural ecologist with relevant experience to work on a NERC-funded project investigating the role of communication networks in structuring ecological communities. You will conduct fieldwork on African savannah herbivores (incl. playback experiments, ecological surveys and outreach activities) and contribute to data analysis and theoretical modelling of mixed-species group formation.

You should have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in an area relevant to behavioural research. You must be confident in your ability to work effectively on your own in the field in Kenya for a prolonged period (15 months) and experience of fieldwork in Africa is desirable. Skills in design of playback experiments, acoustic analysis, social network analysis, GIS and/or theoretical modelling are also advantageous. The post is available for 44 months, of which the final 18 months may be spend either in Liverpool or York, depending on the candidate.

Closing Date: 24 July 2014 Interview Date: 26 August 2014

Informal enquiries: Dr Jakob Bro-Jørgensen (b...@liv.ac.uk)

Visit www.liv.ac.uk/working/job_vacancies/ for further particulars