Applied Ecologist
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Fort Worth, TX

The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) seeks a full-time researcher to begin as soon as possible. We seek a creative individual with experience conducting applied ecological research and/or plant biology. The successful applicant will have a Ph.D., preferably with postdoctoral experience, formal training in botanical systematics, and experience generating and managing competitive research grants resulting in peer-reviewed publications. Restoration experience, particularly with prairies, or urban ecology experience is desirable. Submit curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, top publications, and specific statements about training, research accomplishments and objectives, and leadership experience, to: Keri Barfield, kbarfield@brit.org. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Selection of applicants will be made through assessment of: 1) training/expertise, 2) research accomplishments and objectives, 3) competitive grant acquisition experience, 4) references, and 5) leadership. A full job description is listed on the BRIT website: http://brit.org/about/employment.

Closing Date for this listing is: March 6, 2013.