Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Species Range Shifts

The University of Oklahoma is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scholar to study climate change impacts on animal migration patterns. The role involves developing agent-based simulation models and collaborating with experts in climate adaptation science. Candidates will participate in national workshops and contribute to conservation science. This position is part of the Climate Adaptation Postdoctoral Fellows Program, which supports research on climate-mediated species range shifts.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled postdoctoral researcher to join our team to investigate the impact of climate change on animal migration patterns. The successful candidate will develop and apply agent-based simulation models (ABMs) to evaluate how species movement abilities might be affected under various climate projections. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with a team of experts in climate adaptation science and to contribute to the development of actionable science that informs conservation plans for species of concern. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in national workshops and conferences, presenting their research to a global audience.

About the CAP Fellows Program:
The Climate Adaptation Postdoctoral (CAP) Fellows Program provides funding and support for postdoctoral researchers to conduct cutting-edge research on climate adaptation science. The program brings together nine postdoctoral fellows distributed across the country, each working on a regionally relevant project related to the mechanisms and implications of climate-mediated range shifts. As part of the program, fellows participate in an independent national-scale synthesis effort on the cohorts unifying theme, gaining valuable experience in collaborative research and contributing to the development of actionable science that informs conservation plans for species of concern.