[ECOLOG-L] AGU Ecohydrology session

[Lixin Wang]

Dear colleagues,

We welcome contributed abstracts to our session at this year’s Fall AGU
Meeting in San Francisco. The deadline for abstract submission is Wednesday,
3 August 2016.

*H002: ‘Advances in ecohydrology of water-stressed environments’*,
*Session ID*#: *12974,*
Session Description:
Water-stressed environments include naturally occurring drylands and any
ecosystem experiencing droughts. Drylands cover more than 40% of the
terrestrial land surface and home to at least 2 billion people. The
provisioning of ecosystem services in drylands is governed by water
availability. Thus water is fundamental to sustain ecosystem functions in
water-stressed environments, where a tight coupling exists between water
availability, ecosystem productivity, surface energy balance, and
biogeochemical cycles. Both physical (e.g., CO2, temperature) and
anthropogenic factors (e.g. land use, energy development) are increasingly
affecting the dryland water dynamics. We welcome submissions focusing on
the ecohydrological processes/feedbacks in water-stressed environments and
their implications on a broad range of issues including ecosystem change,
land use change, water resources, desertification, and food-energy-water
nexus.

*Invited speakers:*
*Amilcare Porporato, Duke University*
*Enrique Vivoni, Arizona State University*

*Conveners*: 1) Abinash Bhattachan, North Carolina State University,
Raleigh NC 2) Lixin Wang, Indiana University Purdue University
Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN 3) Sujith Ravi, Temple University,
Philadelphia PA 4) Kailiang Yu, University of Virginia, Charlottesville VA

We hope that you will be able to participate in this session.

Thank you!

Lixin

**
Lixin Wang
Assistant Professor
Editor: Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
Associate Editor: Journal of Arid Environments
Department of Earth Sciences
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
723 W Michigan St, SL 118M
Indianapolis IN 46202
Office Tel: 317-274-7764
Fax: 317-274-7966
http://earthsciences.iupui.edu/~lxwang
**

[ECOLOG-L] Plant Ecology field/lab volunteer position with USGS, Hawaii

[Stephanie Yelenik]

This volunteer position starts Oct 15, 2016 and lasts 6 months with the 
possibility of extension; housing and per diem are provided. We are 
looking for a motivated and independent intern with field/lab experience 
to work on a project in mid-elevation mesic forest on Hawaii Island 
relating to invasive plants, native birds, and ecosystem restoration. In 
particular, the work focuses on how plant-soil interactions and bird 
dispersal of native seed affect native understory regeneration in Acacia 
koa reforestation projects, therefore previous experience with 
plant/soil sampling and labwork is desirable. Field responsibilities 
include: collecting plant survey data, maintaining and collecting 
seedrain traps, outplanting experimental plants, collecting plant foliar 
and litter samples, soil coring. Field sites are in Hakalau Forest 
National Wildlife Refuge at 5000-7000 ft elevation and may be cold and 
wet OR hot and dry depending on time of year. Must be able to work 
outdoors in all weather conditions, hike over rough terrain long 
distances carrying field gear, navigate using GPS/compass, and drive a 
4x4 automatic vehicle on unpaved roads. Lab responsibilities include: 
grinding plant material, soil sieving, soil extractions, data entry, 
processing seed rain samples, processing bird fecal samples for seed. 
Compensation is $1040/month per diem and housing is provided in Hawaii 
Volcanoes National Park, or at Hakalau depending on field schedule; 
transportation provided to and from work and to Hilo for supplies. 
Airfare is only provided from Oahu to Hilo.  To apply, please send AS A 
SINGLE DOCUMENT 1. brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience 
and why you are interested in the position, 2. resume, and 3. name, 
address, phone number, and email address of at least 3 references to Dr. 
Stephanie Yelenik, USGS Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center, 
syele...@usgs.gov. Applications will be considered as they are received 
to fill the position quickly. For more information on the research 
please see: http://www.usgs.gov/ecosystems/pierc/restoration-
ecology.html

[ECOLOG-L] Lacawac Ecology Conference - Pocono Mountains

[Sarah Princiotta]

The Lacawac Sanctuary and Biological Field Station is excited to announce
the 5th annual Lacawac Ecology Conference (LEC) to be held September 23 -
24, 2016. It will be held at the Lacawac Sanctuary in the Pocono Mountains
of Northeastern Pennsylvania (Lake Ariel, PA).

Registration is now open!

LEC provides:
- A great venue for connecting with regional scientists
- An opportunity to discuss research ideas in an informal setting (for both
faculty and students)
- Building new collaborations in the Northeast Region
- Lodging in our beautiful and historic Great Camp Lodge, which is listed
on the National Register of Historic Places

This year we have Dr. Kevin Rose of the School of Science at Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute as our plenary speaker. Dr. Rose's research spans
aquatic ecology and biochemistry to understand how natural and
anthropogenic processes affect the structure and function of freshwater
ecosystems. A goal of his lab group is to forecast the future state of lake
ecosystems in a regional to global context, with an emphasis on
understanding how freshwater ecosystems are changing in response to local
and global changes in land use and climate.

For more details or to register, see our webpage:
http://www.lacawac-outreach.org/lacawac-ecology-conference.html

Registration should be received by September 13, 2016. Please contact Sarah
Princiotta (sarah.princio...@lacawc.org) with any questions.



-- 
*Sarah DeVaul Princiotta, Ph.D.*
Director of Education and Research
Lacawac Sanctuary & Field Station
94 Sanctuary Road
Lake Ariel, PA 18436

(w) 570-689-9494
(c) 609-284-0075

*RESEARCH - EDUCATION - PRESERVATION*

[ECOLOG-L] MS GRA in plant ecology available now at North Dakota State University

[Devan McGranahan]

A Master’s-level Graduate Research Assistantship in plant ecology is
available immediately in the School of Natural Resource Sciences at North
Dakota State University (Fargo, ND), advised by Devan McGranahan, Assistant
Professor of Range Science. The student will have the opportunity to study
perennial grass disturbance ecology under manipulated environmental
conditions (drought stress and atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration) in
the greenhouse and a growth chamber. Foci will include comparing responses
to fire and grazing across native and exotic species, determining how these
responses vary under predicted climate change scenarios, and using and
developing methods to measure functional trait responses. A central
research question will address how fungal endophyte infection of an exotic
forage species, tall fescue, modulates this species’ response to
disturbance and climate change. The student will apply and develop methods
to maintain endophyte-infected and endophyte-free populations in an
experimental setting. Opportunities for field components are also available.

Requirements:

Completed Bachelor’s degree in a related field of natural science, with
plant biology, physiology, or ecology preferred. Applicants will
demonstrate evidence of independence, reliability, and creativity in prior
work, school, or research experience. Well-developed writing skills are
required. At a minimum, basic knowledge of data handling and analysis is
required.

Desirable qualifications:

Because work will be technology-heavy, with data collection via several
handheld sensors, environmental control of greenhouse and growth chamber,
and additional applications such as Campbell Scientific and Decagon
dataloggers and Arduino micro-controllers, applicants must at least be
enthusiastic about learning and applying these tools; demonstrated evidence
of their use, or relevant programming experience, is highly preferred.
Scholastic and research experience with plant biology or physiology is
highly preferred. Familiarity with data management and analytical software
is preferred; experience with the R statistical environment is preferred
and students lacking a functional knowledge of an alternative (SAS, Matlab,
etc) will be expected to receive mentorship in R.

The Graduate Research Assistant will be compensated with a full stipend and
full tuition waiver. Professional development is a key objective of the
NDSU Range Science Program, and the student will receive mentorship in all
areas of scientific practice.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Devan McGranahan via email (
devan.mcgrana...@ndsu.edu) and are requested to include a brief statement
of interest and CV/resume in the initial message. Selected applicants will
be invited to interview via phone and provide e-mail and
telephone information for 2-3 references, unofficial transcripts from
all post-secondary schooling, and GRE scores, if available. Only after
telephone interviews will an official application to the University be
required.

This position is available immediately, and will remain open until filled,
with preference given to applicants able to be on campus in the fall
semester of 2016.

[ECOLOG-L] ESA2016 ignite talks - ten simple rules

[Chris Lortie]

Dear Colleagues,

If you are attending the ESA meeting next week, I wrote a 'ten simple rules' 
paper to consider for the 
ignite series sets.  Here is the link to it as a pre-print on PeerJ.

https://peerj.com/preprints/2326v1/

I was inspired by the 'ten simple rules for making good oral presentations' 
published here: 
http://journals.plos.org/ploscompbiol/article?id=10.1371/journal.pcbi.0030077

I hope you find both helpful.
cheers,
chris lortie.
@cjlortie

[ECOLOG-L] Reminder - AGU session on Biota and Biogeochemical Cycling in the Arctic

[Syndonia Bret-Harte]

Dear colleagues,

We want to call your attention to and encourage abstract submissions to the
following session on Biota and Biogeochemical Cycling in Terrestrial and
Aquatic Ecosystems in the Arctic at the 2016 American Geophysical Union Fall
Meeting in San Francisco, California this December. Abstracts are due on
August 3, which is coming right up.  We look forward to seeing you there!

B020:
Biota and Biogeochemical Feedbacks in Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystems in
Arctic Alaska

Session ID#: 13732
Session Description:
Arctic ecosystems are undergoing rapid change as climate warms and
disturbance regimes are altered.  Strong positive feedbacks to warming are
possible in these ecosystems as carbon stored in permafrost soils is
mobilized and evades to the atmosphere. Changing seasonality may disrupt
linkages among existing biotic and abiotic components and induce further
change.  Understanding how feedbacks between biota and biogeochemical
cycling rates are likely to alter as climate warms and disturbance regimes
change will allow better prediction of the future states of these
ecosystems.  Presentations are invited which use long term baseline studies
and process-level experiments on multiple spatial and temporal scales to
illustrate current state and trends in biota and/or biogeochemical cycling
rates, in order to enable prediction of future functional states of arctic
ecosystems.  This session will enable synergies and future collaborations by
highlighting research that addresses dependencies among terrestrial and
aquatic systems of the Alaskan Arctic.

Primary Convener:  Marion Syndonia Bret-Harte, University of Alaska
Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK, United States
Convener:  Sally MacIntyre, University of California Santa Barbara, Santa
Barbara, CA, United States

[ECOLOG-L] RFP Opportunities: Applied Research - Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan

[Daniel Large]

Qualified applicants are being sought for Requests for Proposals for Applied 
Research Projects in support of the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan.

These RFPs are as follows (click title for the full request):


  1.  Statistical Analysis of the San Marcos and Comal Springs Aquatic 
Ecosystems Biomonitoring 
Datasets
  2.  Conduct a Study to Measure Sedimentation Impacts on the Comal Springs 
Riffle Beetle

You are being sent this RFP opportunity because you were identified as being a 
potentially qualified professional, or because you may know of a qualified 
professional who may be interested in submitting a proposal. It is the goal of 
the Edwards Aquifer Authority to access as many qualified professionals as 
possible to ensure a large pool of qualified applicants. Minority- and/or 
women-owned business enterprises are encouraged to apply.

The submission deadline is Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 3 p.m. Central time. 
Additional information concerning EAA contracting is available on our website, 
Doing Business with the 
EAA. More 
information about the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan can be found 
here.

Please refer to the RFP instructions for the process for asking questions 
pertaining to the RFP, or the submissions of proposals.
Best,

Daniel Large, MPA
HCP Coordinator
210-547-2206
dla...@edwardsaquifer.org

[ECOLOG-L] PhD Position in Developing Monitoring Protocols for Mesocarnivores

[Alessio Mortelliti]

A PhD graduate assistantship is available to work in Alessio 
Mortelliti’s lab (http://alessiomortelliti.weebly.com/) focusing on 
developing large-scale optimal monitoring protocols for Mesocarnivores 
(target species are the American marten and the Fisher but data on other 
species will also be collected). The project is a collaboration between 
the University of Maine and the Main Dept. of Inland Fisheries and 
Wildlife. The main goal is to develop an occupancy-based large-scale 
monitoring protocol based on camera-trapping surveys. This will include 
conducting winter and summer field surveys in northern Maine across a 
gradient of land-use change (i.e forestry practices).


The ideal candidate would have a strong passion for field work, strong 
quantitative skills, willingness to work under harsh conditions (i.e., 
extreme cold) and ability to work with multiple stakeholders. Experience 
with occupancy models (i.e., unmarked package for R), working in remote 
areas, and with snowmobiles would be an advantage. Candidates must have 
a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. The assistantship 
position includes a full PhD. stipend, 50% of the student health 
insurance, and tuition paid for the graduate program at the University 
of Maine. Expected start date January 2016.


If you are interested please send (as one file): 1) curriculum vitae 
including list of publications and GRE scores (if available), 2) 
unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and MS), 3) a personal statement 
describing research and career goals to Dr. Alessio Mortelliti 
(alessio.mortell...@maine.edu ).  
Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, 2016.


--

Dr. Alessio Mortelliti
Assistant Professor of Wildlife Habitat Conservation
Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Conservation Biology
University of Maine
5755 Nutting Hall, Room 228
Orono, ME 04469
Office: 207-581-2915
http://alessiomortelliti.weebly.com/

[ECOLOG-L] Two full-time tenure-track faculty positions in animal biology

[Juan Posada]

The Biology Program, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, at the 
Universidad del Rosario in 
Bogotá, Colombia (www.urosario.edu.co/biologia) is seeking to fill two position 
for full-time tenure-track 
professors in: 1) animal eco-physiology/functional-ecology and 2) animal 
ecology and conservation.

We seek candidates with a strong publication record and success in obtaining 
research funds and 
teaching experience, commensurate with experience. Postdoctoral research 
experience, 
interdisciplinary teamwork skills, and tropical experience are particularly 
valued. The positions are open 
to candidates working on vertebrate or invertebrate organisms. 

The successful candidates are expected to engage in scholarly activities, 
mentor graduate students, 
investigate broad questions in their discipline and establish trans- and 
multidisciplinary research 
projects. The positions are 40% research, 40% teaching and 20% academic service.

Candidates for the position in animal eco-physiology/functional-ecology are 
expected to have a PhD in 
eco-physiology, functional ecology, ecology, behavior, physiology or other 
closely related disciplines. 
This positions will require teaching of an undergraduate course in animal 
physiology, a course in 
vertebrate or invertebrate biology (depending on the candidate's experience) 
and a graduate seminar.

Candidates for the position in animal ecology and conservation are expected to 
have a PhD in ecology, 
conservation, restoration, zoology, environmental sciences or other closely 
related disciplines. The 
position will require teaching of an undergraduate courses in conservation and 
restoration, a course on 
vertebrate or invertebrate biology (depending on the candidate's profile) and a 
graduate seminar. 

The application must be written in English and include: 1) a detailed 
Curriculum Vitae with a complete 
list of publications; 2) a research statement summarizing the candidate´s 
experience, interests and an 
outline of the research program that can be potentially developed at El Rosario 
(1-2 pages); 3) a 
teaching statement describing experience and teaching philosophy (1 page); 4) 
the names and full 
contact information of at least three references.

Salary is internationally competitive and will be determined by a 
University-wide point system, based on 
research and teaching experience. Non-native Spanish speakers are encouraged to 
apply and will be 
given two years to strengthen their Spanish communication skills and to take an 
exam at the 
Multicultural and Multilingual Center at the University of el Rosario or take 
an international DELE B2 
exam. The starting date should be between January 15th and April 30th 2017.

Please send your full application by e-mail (biolo...@urosario.edu.co) to Yeimy 
Rocha, Managing 
Director, Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Matemáticas, Cr. 24 No. 63C-69, 
Bogotá (D.C.) 111221, 
Colombia, no later than October 15th, 2016. For questions about this position 
and life in Bogotá please 
contact Dr. Carolina Pardo (geimy.pa...@urosario.edu.co).  

El Rosario (www.urosario.edu.co) is one of Colombia’s most prestigious 
Universities and typically ranks 
in the top five universities in the country and in the top 50 in Latin America. 
 Founded in 1653, it has a 
long tradition in the areas of Medicine, Law, Economics and Social and 
Political Sciences. The Faculty of 
Natural Sciences and Mathematics was founded in 2008, with the goal of creating 
interdisciplinary 
undergraduate and graduate programs that excel in both teaching and research. 
The undergraduate 
Biology Program opened in August 2014 and has a strong foundation in the 
biological sciences and a 
multidisciplinary emphasis on sustainability and socio-ecological dynamics. The 
Program is supported 
by a solid PhD program in Biomedical and Biological Sciences that is shared 
with the School of Medicine 
and has over 40 enrolled graduate student.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral research scientist – Emerging infecti ous diseases (fungal)

[Grant, Evan]

Postdoctoral research scientist – Emerging infectious diseases (WNS and
Bsal)

Position summary:
The increasing the number of novel infectious diseases over the past few
decades, especially those caused by fungal pathogens, has resulted in
substantial population declines and loss of biodiversity. Two wildlife
pathogens of particular interest to US agencies include white nose syndrome
(WNS) in bats and the salamander chytrid fungus (Bsal). Several US agencies
actively participate in working groups to develop management strategies and
identify research priorities for these diseases.

Duties:
I am seeking a postdoctoral scientist to improve disease management
strategies for WNS and Bsal. The candidate will work directly with resource
managers on pressing disease management decisions. The work will involve
working with managers to understand the objectives for managing populations
under disease risk, the development and use of models of bat and amphibian
populations to choose management strategies which may be effective at
reducing population declines, and identifying research needs for future
work and funding to address uncertainties.

Qualifications:
Competitive candidates will have skills in modeling, estimation, and/or
optimization, with previous experience leading a collaborative research
project and familiarity with disease ecology, epidemiology, amphibian
ecology or bat ecology a plus but not necessary. The successful candidate
will also have excellent writing and personal communication skills, and a
demonstrated desire and ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Applicants are expected to have earned a Ph.D. degree in a relevant
discipline, preferably within the last 5 years.

Benefits:
Salary and benefits is competitive, with support available for 1 year with
possibility of extension for an additional 2 years pending satisfactory
progress.  Some travel funds will be available to support visits with study
team members and outside cooperators, to attend regional workshops during
model development, and to attend professional conferences.

Application:
Send a letter describing your background and experiences as they relate to
this position, and a CV with names and contact information for three
references to Evan Grant (ehgr...@usgs.gov). Applications will be reviewed
as they are received.

[ECOLOG-L] SciComm workshop at Texas A

[Shane M Hanlon]

Are you an AGU member who lives near College Station, TX? Then attend 
our Sharing Science (http://sharingscience.agu.org) workshop at Texas 
A University this month to learn how to communicate science clearly 
and concisely in a way that will resonate for people of all backgrounds.

At this interactive workshop, you will learn how to communicate science 
to people in your community, policy makers, and the media, in a 
relevant, engaging, and memorable way. You will learn how to identify 
the right group for you to reach out to, how to create an effective 
message about your research/work, and how to tailor your presentation 
for a specific audience. You will also learn active listening skills, 
have the chance to practice public speaking, and receive feedback from 
communication experts and your peers.

This workshop is designed for scientists who want to learn how to more 
effectively communicate their research/work, as opposed to policy 
professionals, outreach specialists, journalists, or other professional 
communicators.

Scientists from all disciplines and of all communications-experience 
levels are welcome. This workshop is free and lunch will be provided. 
Advance sign-up is required and registration is on a first-come, first-
served basis. Apply here: http://tinyurl.com/jnlbdsx
For questions, please contact:

Shane M. Hanlon, Ph.D.
Specialist, Sharing Science
P: 202-777-7341
E: shan...@agu.org
W: www.agu.org
A: 2000 Florida Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009

[ECOLOG-L] FW: MDC Resource Staff Scientist

[Shannon Ehlers]

Shannon Ehlers
Resource Scientist, Forest Systems Field Station
Missouri Department of Conservation
2929 Co. Rd. 618
Ellington, MO 63638
(573) 663-7130

-Original Message-
From: Shannon Ehlers [mailto:shannon.ehl...@mdc.mo.gov] 
Sent: Monday, August 01, 2016 10:33 AM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Cc: Shannon Ehlers
Subject: JOB: MDC Resource Staff Scientist

Missouri Department of Conservation is looking to fill a Resource Staff 
Scientist position in Ellington, Missouri. 

Salary Range
Salary Range: $36,084 - $63,588
Beginning Salary: $36,084 - $41,352 depending upon qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities
The staff scientist provides the primary coordination of field operations for 
the amphibian and reptile program of the Missouri Ozark Forest Ecosystem 
Project (MOFEP). Duties for the staff scientist position include hiring and 
supervision of hourly personnel, training in identification of amphibian, 
reptile and other forest fauna species, and data collection protocol. 
Furthermore, the staff scientist ensures accurate collection, compilation, and 
entry of data, data quality control, metadata entry, and reporting of findings. 
The staff scientist will also coordinate data collection and curation; be 
involved with analysis and report and/or publication writing, and initiation of 
publications and/or reports when needed by the Resource Scientist. 
Coordinates the operation of two MOFEP housing units located on the Current 
River and Peck Ranch Conservation Areas, conduct inventories and ensures 
accountability of all field equipment and supplies and condenses and 
disseminates scientific information to the public and other governmental and 
university personnel. Assists the MOFEP Field Coordinator with creating an 
annual budget for the program. Assists the MOFEP Field Coordinator in designing 
and carrying out research and management evaluations consistent with Division 
and Department objectives. Assists other Resource Scientists in the Forest 
Systems Field Station with diverse field and office duties involving research 
on Missouri's fisheries, forests, and wildlife. Develops professional skills 
through training, participation in professional meetings, conferences, and 
workshops. Conducts equipment management which includes maintenance of up to 
15, 4WD vehicles and one all-terrain vehicle, along with other research and 
sampling equipment. Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in 
Biological Sciences, Wildlife, Natural Resources, Zoology, or closely related 
subjects; or a Bachelor's Degree and two years of progressively responsible 
professional experience in scientific research or natural resource management, 
including demonstrated ability to maintain long-term sampling protocol 
continuity and extensive background in project management. A working knowledge 
of forest flora and fauna, population biology, and/or conservation biology is 
preferred. Technical experience with ArcGIS, statistical programs, and 
Microsoft Access is desirable.

Special Ability Requirements
Ability to: 
Give overall guidance and direction to hourly staff and assure projects are 
carried out in achieving an efficient and productive operation. 
Ability to work outside in adverse weather conditions and perform tasks 
requiring strenuous physical activity. 
Work out-of-doors in extreme hot or cold temperatures. 
Use ArcGIS software. 
Operate a motor vehicle, including 4WD and manual transmission trucks. 
Obtain a valid Driver License by date of hire. 
Make multiple overnight trips on a weekly basis throughout the year. 
Travel and work for up to two weeks away from official domicile. 
Able to work long days (i.e., greater than eight hours), evenings, Saturdays 
and Sundays when needed.

Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be exempt according to the Fair Labor 
Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time off in lieu of 
cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and 
Overtime policy. 

Smoking is prohibited in all owned, rented or leased Department of Conservation 
offices, buildings, and similar facilities, in Department aircraft, and in 
vehicles. 

The Department of Conservation will hire only United States citizens and aliens 
authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to 
complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form
I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment. 

Candidates seeking initial employment must submit to a drug screen following 
offer of employment. 

Apply at: 
https://mdc6.mdc.mo.gov/applications/recruitment/JobDetail.aspx?intPstID=1935

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Opportunities in Wetland Fire and Ecosystem Ecology

[Brian Benscoter]

Attending the ESA Conference in Ft Lauderdale next week? Dr. Benscoter is Local 
Host for the 2016 ESA Meeting. Come by OOS 30-3, OOS 30-4, PS 5-59, and COS 
95-8 to see some of the research we're working on or email 
me to arrange a meeting.

Graduate Research Opportunities in Wetland Fire & Ecosystem Ecology

The Plant Ecology Lab at Florida Atlantic University is looking for potential 
graduate students (or possibly post-docs) interested in fire ecology or 
ecosystem ecology (particularly carbon cycling) in wetland watersheds. Current 
research is focused on the Florida Everglades watershed, from the terrestrial 
ecosystems of the headwaters to the peatlands of the central and coastal 
Everglades; however comparative or synergistic studies with other ecoregions 
are possible. For more information on the lab, visit our website 
(www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab) and 
contact Brian Benscoter (bbens...@fau.edu). Please 
include a brief statement of your research interests and background and a 
resume/CV.

**
Brian W. Benscoter, MSc PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Florida Atlantic University
3200 College Ave Davie, FL 33314 USA

Tel: 954.236.1141  Fax: 954.236.1099
Webpage: 
www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab

[ECOLOG-L] 12 PhD positions in Evolutionary Life Sciences, The University of Groningen

[David Inouye]

12 PhD positions in Evolutionary Life Sciences
The University of Groningen has an international reputation as a dynamic 
and innovative institution of higher education, offering high-quality 
teaching and research. The Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life 
Sciences (GELIFES), the largest institute of the Faculty of Mathematics 
and Natural Sciences fills a special niche in the life sciences by 
covering and integrating mechanistic, evolutionary and ecological 
approaches, aiming to understand adaptation on all levels of biological 
organisation. Researchers pursue fundamental questions while 
collaborating with partners from industry, medicine and other realms of 
society. For its new research programme, Adaptive Life, GELIFES is 
looking to fill 12 Scholarship PhD positions. For more information on 
available positions, qualification requirements and the application 
procedure, please consult our website: 
http://www.rug.nl/research/fmns/themes/adaptive-life/research/phd-projects. 
More information about the PhD-training programme and scholarship can be 
found via: 
https://www.rug.nl/education/phd-programmes/phd-scholarship-programme/

[ECOLOG-L] Tenured Professor of Biodiversity Genomics, University of Guelph

[Christina (Chris) Caruso]

Position Title / Rank: Tenured Professor of Biodiversity Genomics

College: College of Biological Science

Department/School: Integrative Biology

Deadline: September 5, 2016 and continue until the position is filled

Position Description: The Department of Integrative Biology 
(http://www.uoguelph.ca/ib/) seeks to
appoint a faculty member with research interests in the application of genomic 
tools to answer
questions about biological diversity at multiple levels of organization and the 
processes that maintain or
influence patterns of biological diversity in rapidly changing environments. 
This strategic choice is
intended to position the university to continue to be a world leader in genomic 
application for decades
to come. Potential areas of research interest include (but are not restricted 
to) ecological genomics and
evolutionary genomics. Candidates must have, commensurate with the rank of 
Professor, a strong
record of published contributions in leading journals, a well-established 
international reputation, as well
as a strong track record in teaching.  The individual recruited will exploit 
leading edge approaches to
genomics tools and methodologies, but with a demonstrated capacity to apply 
these tools to general
conceptual problems. Of equal importance will be the demonstrated capacity to 
provide mentorship to
other faculty members, graduate students and staff as well as providing 
effective leadership and strong
participation in collaborative research across the university, including the 
Biodiversity Institute of
Ontario.  The successful applicant will have demonstrated skills and commitment 
to participating in the
undergraduate and graduate teaching programs of the University.  A Ph.D. is 
required. Salary is
negotiable and commensurate with qualifications. Candidates should submit a 
curriculum vitae,
statements of teaching and research interests plus the names of three referees 
electronically (merged
into a single PDF) to the following address:

John Fryxell
Professor and Chair,
Department of Integrative Biology
College of Biological Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON   N1G 2W1
ib.awa...@uoguelph.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and 
permanent residents will be
given priority.

[ECOLOG-L] Support Available for Activities at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis

[Catherine Crawley]

*/Deadline Approaching! /**Support Available for Activities at the 
National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis*

*
*September 1, 2016 is the deadline for requests for support for Working 
Groups and Investigative Workshops beginning six months later at the 
National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS). 
All areas of research at the interface of biology and mathematics will 
be considered, but we are especially interested in activities expanding 
beyond the areas of research supported to date. Potential organizers of 
activities in areas of molecular biology, cell biology, network biology, 
immunology and systems biology are particularly encouraged to submit 
requests for support of Working Groups or Investigative Workshops. 
NIMBioS, located at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, is an 
NSF-sponsored initiative to foster interdisciplinary research at the 
interface between mathematical and biological sciences. The institute's 
mission is to cultivate cross-disciplinary approaches in mathematical 
biology and to develop a cadre of researchers who address fundamental 
and applied biological problems in creative ways. Additional support for 
NIMBioS comes from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. More details 
are posted at http://www.nimbios.org/research/support


*Related Links:*
NIMBioS Working Groups http://www.nimbios.org/workinggroups/
NIMBioS Investigative Workshops http://www.nimbios.org/workshops/




*

Catherine Crawley, Ph.D.

Communications Manager

National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)

University of Tennessee

1122 Volunteer Blvd, Ste. 106

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[ECOLOG-L] TODAY! HydroShare Webinar - Dan Ames

[Elizabeth Tran]

Join us TODAY, August 1st at 3:00 pm ET
for the next presentation in the
HydroShare Webinar Series


On Monday, August 1st, Dan Ames of Brigham Young University will present a 
webinar titled 'Apps for Web Based Hydrologic Analysis and Modeling in 
HydroShare.' This is the fifth in the webinar series that will demonstrate how 
HydroShare can be used to conduct better research and comprehensively fulfill 
Data Management Plans for many different types of data including GIS files, 
model components, and time series data.

HydroShare and the CUAHSI Water Data Center are making extensive use of web 
services-based cyberinfrastructure to enable search, discovery, and analysis of 
water resources data. This is facilitated by a "web app" environment based on 
open source web-based software tools that support spatial and temporal data 
visualization, high performance computing, distributed data storage, and 
multi-user access. In this webinar, Dan Ames (Brigham Young University) will 
present a brief introduction to the HydroShare Web App architecture and several 
example web apps built using the Tethys Platform. He will also give a brief 
"under the hood" look at the source code of an example web app for accessing 
USGS and National Water Model data.

Questions will be taken after the presentation.

Webinars are free and open to the public. Webinars will be recorded and posted 
to the CUAHSI website for later viewing.


Connect to the webinars at:

http://cuahsi.adobeconnect.com/cyberseminar/

You will be prompted with audio connection information upon entering the 
meeting room.


Questions? Contact com...@cuahsi.org