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Research Fellow, Theoretical Ecology
Research Fellow, Theoretical Ecology
Fairer FieldsWashington, DC preferred / Remote (US)
Animal welfare
Fellowship
Animal welfare
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Routes to impact
Skill-building & building career capital
Direct high impact on an important cause
Description
Build mathematical models of ecological perturbations affecting insect populations, and use them to inform research and forecasting in agricultural ecosystems.
  • Model insecticide effects on insect populations and agroecosystems
  • Conduct sensitivity analyses to guide further empirical research
  • Meet external experts and identify relevant grantmaking opportunities
  • Help run expert workshops on ecological modeling and forecasting
  • Full-time, 1-year fixed-term agreement; visa sponsorship may be available for exceptional candidates
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