Thank you for your interest in the variety of career opportunities at MSU’s Kellogg Biological Station. We hope you will investigate these great opportunities and consider applying to become a part of the KBS team.
FACULTY
Assistant Professor - Tenure System
Michigan State University
W.K. Kellogg Biological Station
Assistant Professor – Tenure System
Position Summary
The W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) at Michigan State University (MSU) is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor position, with a preferred start date of August 2021; this is the first of three planned faculty hires. The ideal candidate in this broadly defined search will have a strong conceptual basis to their research, addressing fundamental questions in the fields of ecology and/or evolutionary biology, with the intention to make use of KBS’s unique assets. This is a tenure-stream faculty appointment, based at KBS with a joint appointment (and tenure home) in a campus department within the College of Natural Science (https://natsci.msu.edu/) that best fits the candidate’s interests and departmental goals. Successful grantsmanship and peer reviewed publications will be important criteria for meeting the position’s research expectations. Teaching will include a campus undergraduate or graduate course as well as graduate and postdoctoral training and participation in the KBS academic programs. Service will include participation in KBS, campus, national and international programs as appropriate. KBS is keenly interested in diversifying its faculty and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women and minorities.
KBS is a world-renowned biological field station located 65 miles from the MSU main campus (https://kbs.msu.edu/) that facilitates observational, experimental, and theoretical approaches to research and training ranging from molecules to ecosystems. KBS integrates fundamental research in ecology and evolution from molecules to ecosystems with application of this fundamental knowledge to sustainable agriculture, restoration, and conservation, and has a strong focus on climate change and interactions among organisms across the tree of life. KBS is unique in the integration of 1,500 hectares of land representative of the diverse aquatic and terrestrial habitats of the region with 30,000 sq. ft. of research buildings, including state of the art laboratory, growth chamber, and greenhouse facilities. This integration enables a variety of major field experiments, including those for an NSF-funded Long-term Ecological Research site, the DOE-funded Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, and a USDA-funded Long-term Agroecosystem Research site. There are also outstanding opportunities to collaborate with campus-based colleagues in various departments, several of whom already have major research programs at KBS; a directory of faculty affiliated with MSU’s Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, & Behavior (EEBB) graduate degree program is found at https://eebb.natsci.msu.edu/.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -ecology, evolutionary biology, environmental science, geography, or a related field
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. or equivalent in ecology, evolutionary biology, environmental science, geography, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
Post-doctoral experience is preferred.
Required Application Materials
Applications should include: (1) a cover letter describing the applicant’s interest in the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) contact information for three references; (4) a summary of research accomplishments and future research directions; (5) a statement of teaching and mentoring interests and experience; and (6) a statement describing the applicant’s past experiences, as well as past activities and planned commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (guidance for preparing this statement available here).
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin October 5th, 2020, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Jeff Conner, search committee chair (connerj@msu.edu).
Review of Applications Begins On
10/05/2020
Website
Department Statement
Michigan State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
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POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS
Research Associate-Fixed Term
Research Associate-Fixed Term
Position Summary
The Fitzpatrick Lab (www.swfitz.com) at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, Michigan State University is seeking to fill a postdoctoral research associate position to assist with a recently funded project through NSF’s ‘Bridging ecology and evolution’ track. The research aims to test how variation in recent evolutionary history predicts stress tolerance, adaptive potential, and population dynamics, and to determine the genomic mechanisms underlying those processes. The primary responsibilities associated with this position will be to coordinate a large-scale mesocosm experiment using eastern mosquitofish (i.e., lead data collection, management, and analysis), mentor post-baccalaureate interns, contribute to broader impact and outreach activities, and write/contribute to manuscripts.
The position will be largely based at Archbold Biological Station (ABS) in central Florida, but travel funds will be included for several visits to W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) per year. The successful candidate will have opportunities to interact with vibrant intellectual communities at ABS, KBS, MSU’s Departments of Integrative Biology, and with members of MSU’s Ecology, Evolution & Behavior (EEB) program. The Fitzpatrick Lab is committed to postdoctoral research career development, providing postdocs with opportunities to gain experience in mentoring, teaching, and other professional skills.
The position is for one year initially, renewable depending on performance. Start date is as soon as possible, with some flexibility. Salary is $50,000 USD plus benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Ecology, Evolution, Wildlife Biology, Co
Minimum Requirements
- Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, Wildlife Biology, Conservation Biology or a related field
- Demonstrated expertise in demographic and/or genomic data collection and analysis
- Ability to work independently and under limited supervision as well as collaboratively
- Excellent writing ability and communication skills
Desired Qualifications
Applicants should have some combination of the following skills: (1) expertise in the analysis of capture-mark-recapture data, (2) statistical modeling experience, (3) bioinformatic expertise, (4) experience working with live vertebrates (ideally fish) in lab or field settings, (4) database management, (5) experience mentoring undergraduate students.
Required Application Materials
Cover letter describing research interests and motivation, including a discussion of how your skills are aligned with the needs of the project described above
CV
Names and contact information for three references
1-2 published papers or manuscripts in preparation
Review of Applications Begins On
11/09/2020
To apply
Research Associate
Updated June 2019
A postdoctoral position is available in the Litchman and Klausmeier Labs at Michigan State University. The research associate will participate in a NASA Exobiology funded project in collaboration with researchers from France and Germany on modeling the evolutionary emergence of diverse microbial metabolisms. We are looking for a quantitative modeler who uses cellular metabolic models such as Flux Balance Analysis, Elementary Flux Modes Analysis and others. In addition, experience with eco-evolutionary modeling would be advantageous and the manuscript writing skills are essential.
The position is for one year initially, renewable depending on performance and continued funding. Start date is as soon as possible. Interested applicants should apply through careers.msu.edu (posting #502236) and include a cover letter describing motivation, research interests and relevant experience; a CV; and the names and contact information of three references.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions on this position, email Dr. Elena Litchman (litchman@msu.edu).
STAFF POSITIONS
Research Assistant II
JOB SUMMARY:
Primary responsibilities of this position include: managing and leading in-season field research, preparation, planting, and harvesting of the GLBRC and LTER research sites; communicating with professors, graduate and undergraduate students, university staff, industry and farm cooperators, and other stakeholders; designs and establishes field research plots; data management including data collection from field research plots, compilation, analysis, and publication of the data; oral and written communication of research results to stakeholders; operation and maintenance of research equipment to complete research protocols; daily field research inspection and maintenance to meet all research objectives.
This position is funded through at least November 30, 2022, as part of research projects that has been continuously funded since 2007 (GLBRC) and 1988 (LTER). This is a full-time off-campus position located at the Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) in Hickory Corners. KBS is Michigan’s largest Agricultural Experiment Station and is located 10 miles northeast of Kalamazoo, about 55 miles to the southwest of East Lansing.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
REQUIRED: A bachelor’s degree in the agronomy, environmental science, or a related area of natural resource science; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in overseeing research projects and laboratory operations, operating and maintaining a variety of laboratory equipment, performing specialized and difficult analytical and research techniques, and designing research experiments in an area related to research being performed; ability to operate farm tractors; may require software specific to the area of research (basic computer knowledge including word processor, spreadsheets, and harvest software); possession or ability to obtain a class B valid CDL vehicle operator’s license; possession or ability to obtain a commercial pesticide applicator’s license.
Desired Qualifications
DESIRED: Master’s degree in agronomy with two or more years of experience in crop and soil science or related agricultural field; at least six months of field work experience in agriculture, including knowledge of crops and farm equipment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a cover letter and current resume.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Description of End Date
This position is funded through November 30, 2022 with the possibility of an extension, contingent upon continued funding.
Advertised: Feb 3, 2021 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 16, 2021 Eastern Standard Time
To apply
PART-TIME POSITIONS
TECHNICIAN POSITIONS
Technical Aide
Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.
Unit Position Summary
Field and lab technicians collect samples of soil, water, gas, and plants from research plots. Technicians prepare those samples for laboratory analysis and archiving. They enter associated data into spreadsheets. Technicians are also responsible for laboratory and field maintenance, such as washing dishes, installation and removal of field equipment, and organization of research materials.
Desired Qualifications
Associates or bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, forestry or another related field. Candidates must be efficient, detail oriented, able to work well with others and motivated to work outdoors, regardless of weather.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Cover letter, resume, and three references
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Summary of Health Risks
Those risks inherent with outdoor work, like heat, cold, sun, and insect exposure.
Summary of Physical Demands
Occasional heavy lifting only, not exceeding 50 pounds. Technician work is labor-intensive at times.
To Apply:
Go to: careers.msu.edu (job no: 694412)
Applications close: Mar 31, 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
TEMPORARY/ON-CALL POSITIONS
SEASONAL POSITIONS
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS
UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIPS, URAs & REUs
Applications for KBS programs are open annually from December 15 to March 1. To learn more about our undergraduate research and internship programs, please see our undergraduate programs pages.
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3700 E. Gull Lake Drive
Hickory Corners, MI 49060
(269) 671-5117
info@kbs.msu.edu