[IUFRO RG 7.02 FORPATH] Job - Research Entomologist

Research Entomologist (Biocontrol and Molecular Biology) Vacancy - USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station, NRS-03 Ecology and Management of Invasive Species and Forest Ecosystems is looking for a Research Entomologist, GS-11/12 for our laboratory in Hamden CT. The major duties of the position are: 1. Conducts research and develops new approaches to biological control of invasive insect pests of trees. 2. Uses modern molecular techniques and DNA-based tools to study the ecological roles of biological control organisms in their native and introduced ranges. 3. Conducts laboratory and field experiments to optimize the rearing, establishment, spread, and impact of biological control agents for regulating pest populations. 4. Conducts exploration for additional biological control agents of introduced forest pests as needs arise. 5. Plans and conducts research to understand the multitrophic ecological interactions that impact biological control efficacy. 6. Analyzes and interprets research results, prepares reports and manuscripts for publication, and presents papers and talks to professional and lay audiences. Research will initially focus on predators of hemlock woolly adelgid, but opportunities to work on biological control of other invasive insects, such as Asian longhorned beetle, emerald ash borer, or Sirex woodwasp will be available. The Hamden CT area is located just north of New Haven CT and has a cooperative relationship with Yale University with opportunities to work with the University community. The position is open to both public (must be a US citizen to apply) and government employees on USAJOBS. Questions can be directed to me at the address, phone, or email listed below. Cheers, Kurt http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ Government vacancy announcement - TA10-NRS-EMI-0442G Public vacancy announcement - TA10-NRS-EMI-0442DP ****************************************************************** Dr. Kurt W. Gottschalk Research Forester and Project Leader Ecology & Management of Invasive Species and Forest Ecosystems USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station 180 Canfield St. Morgantown, WV 26505-3180 USA Phone: 304-285-1598 Fax: 304-285-1505 Cell Phone: 304-276-9750 Email: kgottschalk(a)fs.fed.us Web page: http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/units/invasivesecology/ ******************************************************************