Research Fellow - deer population modelling

Research Group/ School/Department: Connor Lab, Zoology, School of Natural Sciences

Location: Dublin, Ireland 

Job Category and Level: Appointment will be made on the IUA Post -doctoral Researcher Salary Scale (Level 1) 

Hours of Work: FTE (39 hours per week ) 

Closing Date: 12 noon 22nd June 2026

The Purpose of the Role 

The Research Fellow, under the direction and guidance of the Principal Investigator and in collaboration with colleagues at the University of California, Berkeley, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, will lead and assist in conducting research activities related to deer population estimation and modeling in California, USA. This will include planning, organising, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of a research project.

Context 

The recruited postdoctoral research fellow will join the Connor Lab in Zoology and the School of Natural Sciences. The position will involve close collaboration with researchers at the University of California, Berkeley and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to model California deer population dynamics to inform management.

Qualifications 

A PhD in a field of discipline relevant to the area of investigation is required