[ECOLOG-L] Blue Mind and Sandhill crane migration time

[Erik Hoffner]

 Marine biologist Wallace "J" Nichols is on the new Mongabay Newscast
talking about his bestselling book about the importance of water in our
lives, "Blue Mind" (neuroscience shows an incredible human benefit of being
on/near/in water), and his upcoming movie of the same theme, plus he
discusses his pioneering work on sea turtle conservation, press play here,
J starts at about minute 5, essential listening for *World Water Day
tomorrow*:

https://news.mongabay.com/2018/03/audio-exploring-humanitys-
deep-connection-to-water-plus-the-sounds-of-the-sandhill-crane-migration/

*Plus two bioacoustics researchers discuss their phenology work in NE's
Platte River, recording Sandhill cranes and chorus frogs* to show envi
change over time.

The *cranes are in high migration mode now* so it's a good time to tune
into the show to hear recordings of what it's like right now on the Platte,
such lovely sounds!

Erik

--

Commentator's Curse: read my new magazine essay arguing for quieter sports
experiences here

[ECOLOG-L] PhD Opportunity - University of Wisconsin - Madison

[Benjamin Zuckerberg]

PhD Position Available in Wildlife Distribution Modeling

We are seeking an outstanding student to pursue the use of an extensive 
network of camera traps for modeling the dynamic distributions of wildlife 
throughout Wisconsin. The student’s dissertation will focus on the novel 
integration of camera trap data, remote sensing, and weather data to 
develop species distribution and abundance models that will be used by 
state agencies to estimate population sizes and inform management 
decisions. The project will leverage data from a broad-scale citizen 
science project, Snapshot Wisconsin. Additional field or modeling 
components could be added depending on shared interests and funding 
opportunities. This is a collaborative project between UW-Madison and 
WDNR. The student's primary affiliation will be with the Zuckerberg Lab in 
the Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology 
(http://labs.russell.wisc.edu/zuckerberg/). The 4-year PhD assistantship 
is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2018. 

Applicants must have A MS degree in geography, forestry, wildlife, ecology 
or other related discipline. Applicants with a BS degree will only be 
considered if substantial relevant experience can be shown. A solid 
working knowledge of population modeling, GIS or remote sensing, and 
statistics are required.  Although not a requirement, the preferred 
candidate will have strong experience in hierarchical modeling, species 
distribution modeling, and previous experience analyzing camera trap data. 
Applicants with strong quantitative and modeling skills will be given 
preference. Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills are 
essential.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, but applications received 
before April 6th will be given full consideration. The University of 
Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We 
promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified 
individuals to apply.  The position is open to both US citizen and 
international candidates. The project includes an annual stipend, plus 
tuition remission and health care benefits. A start date of September 2018 
is envisioned. 

Interested applicants are asked fill out our online form 
(https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3sfjBog04F0znXT) which 
will require basic background demographic information and allow applicants 
to upload PDFs with personal statement, resume/CV, and transcripts.

Questions should be directed to Drs. Benjamin Zuckerberg 
(bzuckerb...@wisc.edu) or Jennifer Stenglein 
(jennifer.stengl...@wisconsin.gov).

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Internship Opportunity: Recreational Fisheries Research Internship– Boston, MA

[Emily Jones]

Description: The Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life at the New England 
Aquarium is seeking an intern to assist on a field-based project 
investigating the health and survival of Atlantic cod and haddock that are 
caught and discarded in the Gulf of Maine recreational groundfish fishery. 
The intern can expect to be involved in all aspects of the project, 
including but not limited to the following: field support; data collection, 
input, and analysis; and outreach activities. We are seeking an intern to 
work 2-3 days/week from May-Sept/Oct (start and end dates negotiable). This 
is an unpaid position. 

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•   Accompany and support research team during field investigations.
•   Oversee all data entry, maintenance, and organization.
•   Assist with the exploration and analysis of data sets.
•   Conduct comprehensive and relevant literature searches.
•   Correspond with collaborators at various institutions.
•   Aid with the preparation of project deliverables.
•   Aid with project outreach efforts.
•   
Skills/Qualifications:
•   A minimum of 3 years of completed undergraduate study required; 
completion of undergraduate degree preferred.
•   A demonstrated interest in marine biology, fisheries science and/or 
applied fish physiology.
•   Strong academic background in biology, marine biology, fisheries or 
vertebrate zoology/physiology required; previous statistical coursework 
preferred.
•   Must be willing and able to perform duties at sea on vessels in 
varied conditions; demonstrated experience with marine-based research 
preferred.
•   Ability to communicate well in both the office and field 
environments.
•   Must be highly self-motivated with the ability to work 
independently and as part of a team.
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) 
required; demonstrated experience with statistical computing software 
(e.g., SAS, SPSS, R, Python, etc.) desired.

If interested, please contact Emily Jones (ejo...@neaq.org). 
For more details or to apply, go to: 
http://neaquarium.force.com/HOC__CMSContent?CMSId=a0U1N097LJiUAM 

[ECOLOG-L] Call for abstracts - human-environment session - CANQUA-AMQUA 2018

[Michelle Chaput]

*Invitation to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentation*

CANQUA/AMQUA 2018 Conference

*Session S4: Syntheses of human-environment interactions during the
Holocene*

August 7 – 11

Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada



We are pleased to invite you to submit abstracts for the oral and poster
presentations that will be held during *session S4* at the joint meeting of
the Canadian and American Quaternary Associations from August 7th -11th,
2018. The theme of *session S4* is “Syntheses of human-environment
interactions during the Holocene”. Registration and abstract submission can
be completed via the conference website (www.quaternary2018.com) and will
close Monday, May 7th, 2018.

*Session S4* will focus on how human activity and land use have manipulated
and influenced the environment over the course of the Holocene and how
environmental changes have affected human populations. The availability of
regional, continental, and global databases of past environments (e.g.,
Neotoma, Global Charcoal Database) and paleodemography (CARD2.0;
Comprhensive Archaeological Radiocarbon Database), as well as new
paleoclimate reconstructions from around the world, are enabling
quantitative studies of the association between environmental change and
human populations and cultures. We welcome discussions of results, methods
and databases that bring new insight and advance our knowledge of
human-environment interactions at regional to global scales. Questions
related to the causative factors of cultural change, human impacts on
ecosystems and landscapes, Pleistocene extinctions on the different
continents, interdisciplinary Holocene mapping projects, and the use of big
data in paleoecology would be relevant.

Instructions for preparing abstracts (accepted in .doc or .docx format):

*Line 1*: TITLE (12 point, Times New Roman Font, ALL CAPS)

*space*

*Line 2*: Authors (Last Name, First Name and middle initials if any, use a
* to denote presenting author)

*space*

*Line 3*: Please state which session you are submitting to

*Line 4*: Preference for an Oral or a Poster or Either type of presentation

*Space*

*Lines 5 and onwards*: Body of abstract (maximum 300 words; 12 point Times
New Roman Font; single line spacing)



Note: Oral presentations will be 15 minutes with an additional 5 minutes
for questions. Poster sessions will last 2 hours.


Note: the session organizers do not provide travel support or accommodation
– presenters must make their own arrangements (details can be found at
www.quaternary2018.com).


Contact information: Questions regarding *session S4* can be directed to
the session organizers Michelle Chaput (mcha...@uottawa.ca) and Konrad
Gajewski (gajew...@uottawa.ca).

[ECOLOG-L] Biology Lecturer (80%): Vertebrate Biologist, Univ. of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

[Kleintjes Neff, Paula K.]

Biology Lecturer Position (80%):  Vertebrate Biologist, University of 
Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Department of Biology

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Department of Biology invites 
applicants for a one-year, part-time (80%) instructional academic position in 
Vertebrate Biology.

We are searching for enthusiastic candidates to teach one introductory non-lab 
course in general biology along with a few upper-level undergraduate courses 
such as Wisconsin Wildlife, Vertebrate Field Zoology, and other related areas 
of interest. The salaried position would be for a 12-hr contact load per 
semester with the option for additional teaching of winterim/interim field 
courses.

At minimum we require a master's degree or equivalent (e.g. ABD) in vertebrate 
or wildlife biology or related discipline. Post-docs wanting more teaching 
experience are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate would demonstrate evidence 
of successful teaching at both the introductory & upper level biology; evidence 
of teaching immersive experiential field courses; and expertise and research 
experience with birds, mammals &/or herps of the Upper Midwest.

Please find details and application instructions  at 
(http://www.uwec.edu/Employment/uweccareers.htm).
Priority screening of applications will begin after April 9th, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc - Algal Consortia (New Mexico)

[Alina Corcoran]

The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic
Postdoctoral Researcher to join a team of scientists at the NMC and Los
Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) to advance a DOE-funded project focused
on algal-algal and algal-bacteria consortia. The project was developed in
response to the Bioenergy Technologies’ Office (BETO) Productivity Enhanced
Algae and Tool-Kits (PEAK) FOA (http://bit.ly/2HBN1i4). The researcher will
be responsible for conducting culture-based experiments focused on the
growth of algal monocultures and consortia as well as leading other
relevant work. This is a full-time position for at least two years, and
offers a competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, life, disability
and retirement plan). Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in biology or
other relevant discipline, a strong working knowledge of phytoplankton
biology and culturing, the ability to work independently and as part of a
team, and a demonstrated publication record. For more information on the
position, see: https://newmexicoconsortium.org/home/jobs#technical.  To
apply, please upload a cover letter, CV, and list of three references in a
single PDF file to:  http://newmexicoconsortium.org/about/application.
Applications will be accepted through April 8th or until the position is
filled.

Feel free to email me with questions.

Alina

--

Alina Corcoran, Ph.D.

Research Scientist

New Mexico Consortium

alina.corco...@outlook.com

575-888-7161

[ECOLOG-L] Volunteer Research Assistantship Rock Climbing Ecology

[Jordan Reding]

Rock Climbing-Based Undergraduate Field Research Assistant
College of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Sciences

Get real-life field experience, rock climbing skills, and have fun!

When: May 2018 – August 2018

About the Assistantship: This individual will be assisting with fieldwork and 
data collection in the Red 
River Gorge, Kentucky.  Duties include top-rope belaying (keeping rock climbers 
safe using a rope 
system), lead belaying, and setting up safe anchor and rappel systems on bolted 
anchors.  This 
individual may also take plant samples, help designate plots used for data 
collection, use ground-based 
remote sensing techniques to capture high-quality images of plot areas, and 
organize this data. 

Education/Skills/Experience:
Required:
-   Able to live in a front-country campsite for most days of the week
-   Comfortable being on rappel for a significant period of time
-   Have access to basic camping equipment (sleeping bag, ground pad, 
backpack)
-   Have access to basic climbing equipment (rope, shoes, harness, 
belay/rappel device)
-   Has access to a form of transportation
Preferred:
-   Able to lead belay/top-rope belay
-   Able to rappel with multiple rappel devices
-   Able to sport-climb at a 5.10 level
-   Has experience doing fieldwork

Lodging: We will be staying at Miguel’s Pizza Campground located in Slade, 
Kentucky for research days.  
Miguel’s Pizza is a restaurant, campground, gear shop combination, complete 
with showers, laundry, 
running water and bathrooms. Camping will be in tents. 

Training: There is a ropes-systems training for this position if the applicant 
is unsure, or unclear, of the 
safety systems described in the assistantship description.

Compensation: This assistantship is eligible for research credits through The 
Ohio State University.  
Monetary compensation is possible, but not guaranteed at the moment.

Contact: Please contact Jordan Reding at jordred...@gmail.com with a resume and 
a few sentences on 
why you are interested.

[ECOLOG-L] TH Huxley Award Deadline Extended

[Phil Gibson]

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Apply by April 6th, 2018

The SSE Education Committee is pleased to announce the T. H. Huxley award, 
named in honor of 
Darwin's very public supporter, which recognizes and promotes the development 
of high quality 
evolution education resources. If you have an interesting project or 
educational activity to share 
consider applying for this award. Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows 
are encouraged to 
apply. This award provides funding for an SSE member to present evolution 
education resources at 
the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT: http://nabt.org/) annual 
conference. This year’s 
NABT conference will be held Nov. 8-11, 2018 in San Diego, CA. 

Proposals are evaluated on their evolution content, transferability or 
adoptability, and accessibility 
(for example, does not require specialized equipment, or is not limited to a 
particular location). 
Activities must be field tested with students. Field testing and collaborations 
with other instructors 
are encouraged. Finalists will be asked to provide a letter of support from a 
collaborator or PI.  

To apply for the Huxley Award, please fill out the following form by April 6, 
2018. To receive the 
award, you must be an SSE member. Graduate students and post-doctoral fellows 
are strongly 
encouraged to apply. The award includes travel, registration and hotel expenses 
to present at NABT, 
and an SSE membership for graduate students and postdocs. 

Questions about the award? Contact Phil Gibson (jpgibson "at" ou.edu) or Gaby 
Hamerlinck 
(gaby.hamerlinck "at" bioquest.org).

[ECOLOG-L] Masters RA available at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

[Thomas J Dean]

I just received funding to support a Master's student to study the effect of 
Chinese privet on the natural regeneration of southern hardwoods following 
Hurricane Gustav, which hit Baton Rouge in 2008.

Graduate Research Assistantship for a Master's degree in Renewable Natural 
Resources: Evaluating the Status of Invasive Species as an Obstacle in 
Secondary Succession

A graduate research assistantship is being offered by Louisiana State 
University's School of Renewable Natural Resources for student to pursue a 
Master's degree in Renewable Natural Resources to investigate the effect of an 
invasive species on the ability of southern hardwoods to naturally regenerate 
the overstory. The study's objective is to examine the regeneration dynamics of 
a remnant, 75-acre forest located in the middle of Baton Rouge, LA that was 
initiated after Hurricane Gustav broke or blew over a substantial portion of 
the overstory trees. The regeneration status of the overstory and the cover of 
the invasive Chinese Privet was measure shortly after the hurricane occurred. 
The student's responsibility will to remeasure the plots and assess vegetation 
changes that have occurred during the approximately 10 years since the 
disturbance occurred. The research site is located approximately 20 minutes 
from campus in the Burden Gardens and Museum facility, a 440 acre green space 
in the heart of Baton Rouge. The assistantship is for two years and is funded 
by a grant from the Burden Foundation.

The assistantship can begin as early as June 2018.
For more information contact Thomas J. Dean, Professor, School of Renewable 
Natural Resources, LSU A and Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA ; email 
fwdean at lsu.edu; phone (225) 578-4216. See http://www.rnr.lsu.edu/ for more 
information about the School.

If interested in the assistantship, send me a cover letter, a copy of your 
transcript(s), a resume or vitae, GRE scores, and contact information for two 
references.


Thomas J. Dean, Ph.D.
Professor, Quantitative Silviculture and Forest Ecology
School of Renewable Natural Resources
Louisiana State University
210 RNR Bldg, Baton Rouge, LA  70803
office 225-578-4216 | mobile 225-328-0930 | fax 225-578-4227
fwd...@lsu.edu | lsu.edu

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Thomas_Dean3

[ECOLOG-L] Fish specimens available from Sabine Lake, Texas

[Philip Matich]

Sam Houston State University will be working with several partners in Texas 
to study the food web structure of Sabine Lake, Texas from April-November 
2018. Several methods, including stable isotope analysis and stomach content 
analysis will be used for the project. As a bi-product of sampling, the 
carcasses of many fishes may be unused after gut and tissue extraction. 

Please contact Phil Matich (pmati...@fiu.edu) if interested in additional 
samples that can be used from the specimens (e.g. liver, otoliths, tissue for 
genetics).

[ECOLOG-L] Geobiology, Organic Tracers, and Biogeochemistry Goldschmidt Session 10e - Abstract Submission by March 30!

[D'Andrilli, Juliana]

Interested in aquatic or terrestrial carbon ecology?  Submit your abstracts to 
the Goldschmidt 2018 - Geobiology, Organic Tracers, and Biogeochemistry Session 
10e.  The Goldschmidt conference will be held in Boston, August 12-17th, and 
the session will include probing biogeochemical processes via isotopic and OM 
composition signature.

The session within Geobiology, Organic Tracers, and Biogeochemistry is Novel 
insights into Earth and environmental processes through radiocarbon research 
and organic matter biogeochemistry.

Keynote Speaker: Tim Eglinton
Invited Speakers: Lynn Mazzoleni, Klaus Schmidt-Rohr, and Brett Poulin

This session aims to create collaborative synergies among (geo)scientists in 
academia, industry, governmental facilities, and broader experts in carbon 
cycle dynamics as a means of highlighting gaps in our current knowledge and 
identifying potential future directions in radiocarbon research and combined 
organic matter (OM) biogeochemical characterization approaches.

We invite contributions of carbon cycling dynamics and OM biogeochemistry 
including isotope detection and interpretation - from instrument development to 
environmental application, potentially involving "unconventional" applications 
- along with studies that assess OM mobilization, reactivity, and fate by 
combining chemical structure and compositional datasets from various 
environments or engineered ecosystems. Novel advances are likely only 
achievable through interdisciplinary and inter-sector networking and 
collaborations that identify the current gaps, and resolve common 
biogeochemical misconceptions with interpretation from instrument bias. 
Abstracts can range in scope including carbon dynamics and isotopic signatures 
for both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and studies that employ a suite of 
complementary analytical approaches are particularly welcome in this session.

The abstract submission process is now open and will close on March 30th. For 
more information on abstract submission, please follow this link: 
https://goldschmidt.info/2018/abstracts

A copy of the session abstract is provided below for your convenience.

Session conveners include:
Juliana D'Andrilli - Montana State University, USA 
(juli...@montana.edu)
David Podgorski - University of New Orleans, USA
Jaime L. Toney - University of Glasgow, UK
Clayton Magill - Heriot Watt University, UK

Please email me with any questions regarding this session.
We look forward to an exciting session - and see you in Boston!

10e: Novel insights into Earth and environmental processes through radiocarbon 
research and organic matter biogeochemistry

Carbon and its role in global cycles, both biogeochemical and hydrological, are 
fundamental to understanding past, present, and future environmental 
conditions. Stable (13C) and radiocarbon (14C) approaches are required to 
better understand time-space flux relationships between Earth's key reservoirs. 
Natural organic matter (OM) is a critical currency for material and energy 
exchange among Earth's systems, and isotopic signature, molecular composition, 
structure, and concentration indicate processes governing transformation 
through connected networks. Recent isotopic instrumental developments and 
complementary analytical chemistry techniques now creates new opportunities to 
better constrain carbon dynamics and key Earth system processes. Novel advances 
are likely only achievable through interdisciplinary and inter-sector 
networking and collaborations that identify the current gaps, and resolve 
common biogeochemical misconceptions with interpretation from instrument bias. 
This session aims to create collaborative synergies among (geo)scientists in 
academia, industry, governmental facilities, and broader experts in carbon 
cycle dynamics as a means of highlighting gaps in our current knowledge and 
identifying potential future directions in radiocarbon research and combined OM 
biogeochemical characterization approaches. We invite contributions of carbon 
cycling dynamics and OM biogeochemistry including isotope detection and 
interpretation - from instrument development to environmental application, 
potentially involving "unconventional" applications - along with studies that 
assess OM mobilization, reactivity, and fate by combining chemical structure 
and compositional datasets from (i) environmental grab samples, (ii) laboratory 
incubation and/or mesocosm experiments, or (iii) a combination of both. 
Multidisciplinary approaches will reduce discrepancies in chemical 
interpretations of OM biogeochemistry and isotopic signatures and provide a 
clearer understanding of Earth's systems.

Cheers,
Juliana D'Andrilli, David Podgorski, Jaime Toney, and Clayton Magill


<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>
Juliana D'Andrilli, Ph.D.
Assistant Research Professor
Dept. Land Resources & Environmental Sciences
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717

[ECOLOG-L] Job Opportunity: NM Botany Crew Lead

[Ella Samuel]

 *Botany Technician (Seed Crew Lead)*
The Southwest Program at the Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE SW) (
www.appliedeco.org) will be hiring a botany technician during summer-fall
2018 to oversee native seed collection fieldwork in southern New Mexico as
part of the Southwest Seed Partnership (https://southwestseedpartners
hip.org/). This is an exciting opportunity to apply leadership skills to
help develop a seed collection program in a new area, while coordinating
with a network of seed collectors to improve the supply of native seed for
restoration projects in New Mexico and Arizona.

The technician/crew lead will work closely with IAE staff and Bureau of
Land Management (BLM) botanists and also coordinate with the SW Region
Forest Service staff to collect seed from native plants for production and
restoration efforts in the Southwest. This position will be based out of
Las Cruces, New Mexico. Most of the work will occur in the Lincoln and Gila
National Forests and BLM sites in the area. This position will be for 10 or
11 weeks with the possibility of extension depending on funding, weather,
and plant phenology. The work week will be four 10-hour days, Monday
through Thursday. Mondays will be spent in the office and the rest of the
week will be spent in the field, with frequent overnight camping required.
The crew will meet at BLM Las Cruces District Office (LCDO) and travel to
field sites together in an IAE SW vehicle.

*Specific Responsibilities of Botany Technician:*
● Supervise and work alongside 2 field technicians
● Collaborate closely with Southwest Seed Partnership coordinator and team
in Santa Fe to meet collection targets
● Oversee the following fieldwork: plan and schedule fieldwork, monitor
phenology of target species, collect botanical voucher specimens, assess
seed quality and collect native seeds, record site data, prepare
documentation, and help to ship seed
● Manage data and ensure quality control
● Prioritize safety; adhere to check-in/check-out procedures and
communications via cell phone or SPOT device to ensure crew safety
● Plan overnight camping for field work when necessary

*Minimum Qualifications:*
● Between the ages of 18-25 years at the time of hire (grant-funding
requirement)
● Three years of coursework in biology, botany, or a related field
● Interest in botany, conservation biology, and/or restoration ecology
● Outgoing, energetic, and flexible
● Excellent communication skills and experience working on a team
● Leadership experience or enthusiasm for acquiring leadership experience
● Highly organized and able to manage complex objectives and take initiative

*Preferred Skills:*
● Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, or a related field
● Plant identification skills and experience using technical keys
(familiarity with Southwest flora is a plus)
● Pre-existing knowledge of the BLM Seeds of Success (SOS) protocol or
prior seed collection experience
● Plant voucher collection experience
● Experience using GPS
● Ability to drive a 4WD truck on rugged, off-highway gravel or dirt roads
● Data management experience; experience with Excel
● Comfortable in a backcountry setting: ability to work long hours in
adverse weather conditions while maintaining attention to the task and crew
safety (First aid training a plus)
● Ability to work in bent-over, kneeling, or standing positions for
significant periods of time
● Ability to lift at least 40 lbs. and hike up to 6 miles per day

*Compensation and Start Date:*
$16.00/hr. plus per diem expenses (overnight food/ lodging as needed). The
botany technician position also provides a $250.00/month housing stipend
for up to 3 months, as well as a $150 training stipend that can be applied
to professional development, including conference registration or skill
building workshops. Paid leave available for holidays; and unpaid leave
permitted for cultural events. This is a full-time temporary position with
no additional benefits.

Ideal start date is July 16, 2018 (i.e., employment term July 16th - Sept
28st). If school schedules do not permit, alternative start date is June
11, 2018 (i.e., employment term June 11- August 24th, flexible).

*How to Apply:*
To apply for this position, please submit (in a single PDF):
● Letter of interest (please indicate your earliest start date and latest
end date)
● Resume
● Names and contact information for three references
● College transcripts (unofficial transcripts are fine)
● Email applications to: mag...@appliedeco.org by 4/9/18; use subject line
“Botany Technician”; applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
● Please direct any questions about the position to mag...@appliedeco.org

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: Ant evo-devo, Paris

[David Inouye]

POST-DOC POSITION ANT EVO-DEVO, PARIS, FRANCE

The position is a full time, 2-year contract. Expected starting date: 
September 2018


ANR-funded project SOCIODEV:
Understanding social evolution through the study of embryogenesis in ants
Over 15000 ant species are known so far and present highly diverse 
morphologies, behaviour, colony structure and chemical recognition. Yes, 
we know very little about their mechanisms of embryogenesis, although 
this knowledge can shed light on the evolution of sociality. The 
SocioDev project aims at unravelling the mechanisms of embryo 
development across a representative selection of ant species and test 
how these mechanisms can inform us about their social lifestyle.
The project is coordinated by Dr. Abderrahman Khila, Institute of 
Functional Genomics, CNRS, ENS Lyon.
The post-doc will work on one task on this large project, focussing in 
particular on testing the possible link between the mode of 
embryogenesis and chemical recognition of larvae by nestmate workers. 
This task involves behavioural assays, chemical analyses and 
manipulations, and RNAseq experiments to analyse hydrocarbon 
biosynthesis pathways in the embryos.
The successful applicants will have a PhD in behavioural biology or 
evolutionary biology and a solid track record. Experience with insects 
and chemical analysis is welcome. Candidates should be fluent in English.
The post-doc will be based at the Laboratory of Experimental and 
Comparative Ethology, University of Paris 13 
(http://leec.univ-paris13.fr), working with Prof. Patrizia d’Ettorre but 
will spend extended periods of time at Institute of Functional Genomics, 
Lyon, working with Dr. Abderrahman Khila 
(http://igfl.ens-lyon.fr/equipes/a.-khila-developmental-genomics-and-evolution).

Candidates should send, in one single PDF file:
a) letter of interest, b) Curriculum Vitae with publication list; c) 
contact information (e-mail, phone) for two referees who can provide 
letters of recommendation.

DEADLINE for receiving applications: 15 April 2018
Contact: Patrizia d’Ettorre, detto...@leec.univ-paris13.fr

[ECOLOG-L] Summer courses: Duke University Marine Laboratory - registration is open

[Katie Wood]

Greetings!
The Duke University Marine Lab is accepting enrollments for the summer - see 
below for details.

Requests for tuition 
scholarships
 are being accepted through April 1.

Duke University Marine Lab Integrated Marine Conservation Program
Summer Term II: July 9- August 10, 2018

Tuesday/Friday courses:

* Drones in Marine Biology, Ecology and Conservation
Duke faculty: Dave Johnston
The use of unoccupied aircraft systems  (UAS) is changing how marine scientists 
collect data on animals and the environments they inhabit.  This course 
introduces students to the basics of using UAS in marine environments, 
presenting examples of existing and emerging applications, detailing the types 
of sensors used for marine applications, describes the sampling complexities of 
the marine environment, and provides and overview of typical workflows and data 
management. Details on regulatory and permitting requirements to fly UAS and 
legally and safely are also covered. The lab portion of the course will focus 
on basic aeronautics, flight planning and simulations, and the design, 
assembly, operation and maintenance of unoccupied aerial vehicles. (Graduate 
and Undergraduate registration numbers are available)ENV 335LA/ENV 735LA.  For 
additional information on Duke's new Marine Robotics & Remote Sensing Facility, 
visit the website. 3 Duke credits.

* Conservation Biology & Policy
Duke faculty: Doug Nowacek, Grant Murray, Paul Greenberg
We are excited for author Paul Greenberg's return to the Conservation Biology 
and Policy course this summer! Immersion in marine conservation biology and 
policy. Basic tools of marine conservation for 21st Century society intertwined 
with current issue modules (e.g., fisheries/aquaculture). Hands-on, team-based, 
experiential learning w/meaningful faculty-student engagement. Phenomena 
affecting maintenance and loss of biodiversity (climate change, habitat 
destruction); key concepts of social science and law for instituting 
conservation policy; unique experiential learning highlighting ecological, 
economic, cultural, and institutional complexity associated with current 
conservation issues. Effective writing will be a core focus of this five week 
course. BIO 270A/ENV 709A. 3 Duke credits.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday courses (can be paired with one course listed above)


* Biology and Conservation of Sea Turtles
Duke faculty: Wendy Dow-Piniak, Matthew Godfrey
Essential biology of sea turtles (evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior, 
life history, population dynamics) and their conservation needs; emphasis on 
their role in marine ecosystem structure and function. Basic ecological 
concepts integrated with related topics including the conservation and 
management of endangered species, the contributions of technology to the 
management of migratory marine species, the role of research in national and 
international law and policy, and the veterinary aspects of conservation. 
Includes laboratory and field experience with animals and with their habitat 
requirements. BIO 375LA/ENV 777LA. 4 Duke credits.


* Biology and Conservation of Marine Mammals
Duke faculty: Renee Albertson, Andy Read
The biology of cetaceans, pinnipeds, sirenians, sea otters, and sea birds. 
Topics covered include the diversity, evolution, ecology, and behavior of 
marine mammals and their interactions with humans. Detailed consideration given 
to the adaptations that allow these mammals to live in the sea. Evaluation of 
the scientific, ethical, and aesthetic factors influencing societal attitudes 
toward these animals and of their conservation management in light of domestic 
legislation and international treaties. Laboratory and field exercises consider 
social organization, behavior, ecology, communication, and anatomy of local 
bottlenose dolphins. This field-intensive course covers the biology, management 
and conservation of marine mammals and sea birds. Detailed consideration is 
given to adaptation, ecology and conservation. Laboratory and field exercises 
address behavior, ecology, and communication of local populations of marine 
mammal and seabirds. The course is suitable for both undergraduate and graduate 
students. BIO 376LA/ENV 776LA. 4 Duke credits.


* Marine Ecology
Duke faculty: Mike Kingston
Factors that influence the distribution, abundance, and diversity of marine 
organisms. Course structure integrates lectures, field excursions, lab 
exercises and an independent project. Lecture topics include physical 
characteristics of marine systems, adaptation to environment, species 
interactions, biogeography, larval recruitment, and biodiversity and 
conservation of communities found in rocky shores, tidal flats, beaches, 
marshes, mangrove, coral reefs, and subtidal areas. BIO 273LA/773LA. 4 Duke 
credits.

For additional 

[ECOLOG-L] ICYMI: New Professional Development Opportunities Available

[Daita Serghi]

Dear Colleagues,

In case you missed it, we recently launched two of our most popular in-person 
events, the 2018 Sustainability Professionals Retreat 
 and 
the Sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workshop 
!

Find tools and tactics that will help you close the opportunity gap, connect 
diversity and sustainability initiatives on campus, and create effective 
community partnerships through the Sustainability, Diversity, Equity and 
Inclusion Workshop 
, 
happening June 20-22 at North Hennepin Community College in Minneapolis. 
Register by June 8 
.

You can also learn ways to advance your vision, energy, capabilities and 
support system as a sustainability change agent through the Sustainability 
Professionals Retreat 
, 
taking place June 24-27 at Swarthmore College near Philadelphia. Apply by May 1 
.

Check out these and other AASHE professional development opportunities 

 on our website. I hope you can join us for one of these exciting events! 

Sincerely,
Daita

--
Daita Serghi, PhD
Education Programs Manager
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
www.aashe.org | daita.ser...@aashe.org | (888) 347-9997 ext. 124


-- 
 

Explore upcoming professional development opportunities 
 including exciting workshops, 
free webinars and more!


 Connect with us:   Website  | Facebook 
 | Twitter 
 | LinkedIn 

[ECOLOG-L] Course: Introduction to QGIS

[Carlo Pecoraro]

Dear all,

we would like to inform you about our new 3-day course "Introduction to
QGIS", which will be held in Berlin from the 2nd to the 4th of July 2018.

In this course, attendants will learn how how to install and use QGIS,
access and present the data, style the data and produce high quality layouts
with high informative content.

course outline

   Short introduction to Free and Open Source GIS
   Installation in different operating systems
   The work environment
   Work environment configuration
   Projection management
   Projects
   Plugins management
   Vector data
   Properties, import/export, conversion between formats
   Vector theming and labels
   Tables of attributes and actions. Turn a table into a geographic layer

   How to use GPS units in QGIS
   Vector digitizing. CAD tools
   The geographic databases PostGIS and Spatialite and QGIS
   Add layers from map servers: WMS, WFS, WFS-T, CSW, WPS, OpenLayers,
Google Maps

   Importing photos as points
   Exporting data directly to Google Earth
   Raster data
   Properties and theming
   Coordinate reference systems management and mosaics
   Georeferencing
   Creation of animated maps
   3D visualization
   Adanced layouts/printing; serial printing (mapbooks)




For more information, please visit our website:
https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/course35/



Thanks for your kind attention,

Carlo





Carlo Pecoraro, Ph.D


Physalia-courses DIRECTOR

i...@physalia-courses.org

http://www.physalia-courses.org/

Twitter: @physacourses

mobile: +49 15771084054

https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/physalia-courses

[ECOLOG-L] Volunteer Openings in Tropical Mycology in Peru

[Karl Uy]

Volunteer positions with the Alliance for Research and Conservation in the 
Amazon (ARCAmazon) are open this summer between May and September 2018 for 
researching fungal diversity and edible mushrooms in the Las Piedras 
watershed in the Madre de Dios region of Peru. Opportunities at ARCAmazon 
are ideal for university students and recent graduates looking for field 
experience, or professionals searching for unique and meaningful travel 
experiences. Volunteers will learn a variety of field skills as well as 
contribute from their own abilities and knowledge to a vital cause.
 
The Alliance for Research and Conservation in the Amazon (ARCAmazon) is a
Peruvian non-profit that supports research and conservation initiatives in
collaboration with other non-profits in the region and with local
communities on the Las Piedras River. Our field site, Las Piedras Amazon
Center (LPAC), in a 4,460-hectare rainforest concession, acts as a hub
that channels the energy and resources of volunteering and ecotourism to
halt illegal logging, hunting and mining, improve our understanding of
Amazonian wildlife, and develop sustainable solutions for the needs of
local people making a living in the area.
 
Mycology research at Las Piedras Amazon Center is at the frontier of 
tropical fungi science and seeks to understand the place mushrooms have in 
the complex ecosystems of the Amazon Rainforest and the human communities 
surrounding it. Volunteers will experience the incredible variety of 
mushrooms found at LPAC and help fill the gaps in scientific knowledge 
about this important part of the tree of life in the tropics. Mushrooms 
also present unique solutions to current problems in the region and our 
research delves into their potential uses in sustainable initiatives. 
ARCAmazon seeks volunteers with a passion for conservation, scientific 
research and experiencing living in the jungle.
 
Volunteers at LPAC stay at our remote off-grid camp/ecotourist lodge.
Comfortable accommodations and authentic Peruvian meals are provided.
Living at LPAC also gives access to beautiful trails, swimming areas and
frequent wildlife sightings. Fees for accommodations vary by length and
nature of the stay. Please refer to our website for more details on the 
fungi team and accommodation fees, or for information about other 
programs: http://bit.ly/2p8gfNX 
 
For any further inquiries, email ka...@arcamazon.org . To apply to 
volunteer for the fungi team, please visit our website and fill in an 
application form.

[ECOLOG-L] 2018 Summer Courses at BIOS

[Chloe Baron]

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) is accepting applications 
for summer courses scheduled for 2018! Please forward the information 
below to anyone that might find it to be of interest.

Students may obtain academic credit for these courses, pending exchange 
of information between BIOS and a student's home institution. Course 
details, application instructions and more scholarship information are 
available on our summer course webpage 
(http://www.bios.edu/education/summer-courses/). To be considered for a 
2018 summer course, students must submit the Summer Course Application 
Form, along with requested documents by April 15. For more information 
please contact us at educat...@bios.edu.

 2018 Summer Courses 

Marine Plankton Ecology- New Course! (June 18 - July 6)
Instructors: Instructors: Dr. Astrid Schnetzer (NC State), Dr. Amy Maas 
(BIOS), and Dr. Leocadio Blanco-Bercial(BIOS)

Coral Reef Ecology: Reef Response to Environmental Change (July 23 - Aug 
10)
Instructors: Dr. Gretchen Goodbody-Gringley (BIOS) and Dr. Hollie Putnam 
(URI).

[ECOLOG-L] Restoration Project Coordinator Position

[Sarah Eysenbach]

Cleveland Metroparks is hiring temporary Grant funded Part time Restoration 
Project Coordinator. See Application link below

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?
c=1151751=ExternalCareerSite#/

Select grant funded positions to apply.


Restoration Project Coordinator - Grant Funded until 9/30/19 (Part-time) - 
Revised 3/15/2018 #18030
  
Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Wage
$20.00 per hour
Job Description
The Natural Resources Restoration Project Coordinator is responsible for 
reforestation project management, volunteer coordination, and report writing 
for reservations across Cleveland Metroparks. Temporary housing may be 
available at $75/month rent, renter's insurance required.
Responsibilities may include:
Essential Functions:
1) Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required. All 
Cleveland Metroparks employees must be prepared to work flexible schedules, 
including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
2) Acts as on-site supervisor and coordinates with contractors and staff 
ensuring project specifications are implemented as designed.
3) Coordinates volunteers; including recruiting, training, and supervising 
volunteer activities related to reforestation projects
4) Manages site post installation: Monitors tree inventories, invasive plant 
management, and survivorship data; reports findings in written and oral 
form; provides decision support; makes recommendations.
5) Collaborates with Area Managers to keep the Plant and Restoration 
Ecologist informed of essential issues, including potential problems or 
opportunities and related solutions/recommendations.
6) Monitors public use of natural resources and makes recommendations for 
possible course of action.
7) Represents the Natural Resources Division on assigned internal and 
external work groups, events, committees, meetings, and programs.
8) Presents information regarding Park District natural resource programs to 
cooperators, the public, and special interest groups.
9) Assists with developing proposals and contracts for natural resources 
management, monitoring, and research projects.
Other Functions
1) Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or 
concerns.
2) Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to 
maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-
workers and public. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially 
unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly 
notifying supervisory personnel.
3) Updates and enhances own knowledge by involvement in continuing education 
for professional growth (i.e., attends relevant conferences, seminars, in-
service trainings, and certification programs)
4) Performs related duties as assigned or apparent.
 
Requirements
•   Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a 
natural resource management subject (forestry, ecology, environmental 
sciences) or related field required. Minimum of two (2) years of 
progressively responsible natural resource related field management 
experience required. Experience with project management, grant writing and 
management, and/or research and monitoring is preferred.
•   Prior tree planting experience required and familiarity with 
American Association of Nurseryman standards and American National Standards 
Institute (ANSI) planting standards.
•   Familiarity with Ohio native flora, in particular native trees and 
shrubs
•   Effective at leading and motivating small groups.
•   Good data entry and time management skills necessary.
•   Applied knowledge of methods and ecological restoration techniques 
and/or other related natural resource management experience.
•   Prior grant or contract management preferred
•   Volunteer coordination and experience highly desirable
•   Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs, 
application of GIS, GPS and hand-held data collectors preferred.
•   Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with 
stakeholders, including employees and the general public.
•   Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively using 
correct grammar, spelling and punctuation with ability to communicate one-
on-one or in group settings.
•   Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and 
organization.
•   Management skills and strong business acumen, including problem 
solving, vision, ability to manage multiple programs and meet deadlines, 
collaboration, leadership, decision making and ability to analyze diverse 
facts and develop clear and concise reports and recommendations.
•   Ability to work cooperatively with others.
•   Mature professional attitude and considerable discretion, including 
ability to manage confidential information.
•   Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.
•   Must possess a valid 

[ECOLOG-L] POCACITO Webinar: Baltimore Green Network – March 22 at 12pm ET

[Max Gruenig]

   Join our free POCACITO webinar on March 22 at 12pm ET

Register here: http://bit.ly/POCACITO_March_webinar

To increase equity, livability, and resiliency, city leaders and 
community partners are taking a new approach to open space. Cities are 
investing in “green networks,” holistic systems that connect parks and 
natural resources with safe, accessible routes for both people and 
wildlife. Green networks enhance a city’s existing assets, while 
maximizing benefits for all residents, tapping into overlapping 
economic, environmental, and health gains.


Baltimore’s existing green space is a critical and potent community 
development resource. Our city boasts more than 2.6 million trees and 
6,000 acres of parkland; it is also home to neighborhoods blighted by 
concentrations of vacant properties, symbols of deep economic 
disparities. By strategically transforming such liabilities into green 
community assets, we can open access to nature and recreation throughout 
the city, supporting neighborhoods most in need of investment.


TheGreen Network Vision for 
Baltimore imagines a holistic, city-wide system of nodes and corridors. 
The Baltimore Green Network will connect our schools, our streams and 
forests, our parks, our university campuses, and our centers of commerce 
and employment with corridors that reach every community. This new 
circulatory system will encourage a greener, healthier, and more 
equitable city. This plan builds on what is already green in 
Baltimore—our streams, parks, recreational areas, community gardens, and 
more—and it focuses on those neighborhoods where residents have the most 
to gain from investments in health, safety, economic development, and 
neighborhood beautification.



 Kate Edwards, Baltimore Green Network Program Manager

Kate Edwards is the Baltimore Green Network Program Manager. She works 
in the Office of Sustainability to develop strategies and policies for 
greening vacant lots, creating better connections for residents to city 
parks and green spaces, and implementation of the recently drafted 
Baltimore Green Network Plan. Kate has worked for the Department of 
Planning for over 12 years and served as a Comprehensive Planner in 
various districts including both East and West Baltimore. She holds a 
Master of City and Regional Planning from the Georgia Institute of 
Technology and a Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Francis 
King Carey School of Law. Kate is also a licensed attorney in the State 
of Maryland.



 *Amy Gilder-Busatti, Landscape Architect and Critical Area
 Coordinator*

Amy’s primary areas of responsibility include overseeing the creation of 
the City’s Green Network Plan  and representing the Office of 
Sustainability on issues and initiatives related to water quality, 
greening, and urban design.    Before joining the Office of 
Sustainability, Amy worked as a landscape architect and land planner 
with several Baltimore area architecture and engineering firms. She 
holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree from Ball State 
University and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree from 
Morgan State University.  Amy is also a licensed landscape architect in 
the state of Maryland.



The*Baltimore Office of Sustainability 
*develops and advocates for 
programs, policies, and actions by government, citizens, businesses, and 
institutions that improve the long-term environmental, social, and 
economic viability of Baltimore City. In addition to overseeing and 
tracking the implementation of the Baltimore Sustainability Plan 
, the 
Office integrates sustainability into City government operations and 
collaborates with other individuals and organizations working to advance 
community health and vibrancy.


The Office of Sustainability sits within theBaltimore Department of 
Planning , the City agency 
entrusted with guiding the physical development of the City of 
Baltimore. Our Department is currently renewing our focus on equity, as 
well as public engagement. Please read about what is currently underway 
on the new webpage for our *Equity in Planning Committee* 
.


BGN Vision Plan Draft Release and comment period information:

If you care about the future of blighted and disinvested communities and 
believe in the power of better connecting Baltimore’s green 
infrastructure to build a stronger city, then*/Baltimore Department of 
Planning needs to hear from you!/*


You are invited to review the draft Baltimore Green Network Vision Plan 
and provide feedback via the*CiviComment portal* 

[ECOLOG-L] Job opening: Marine Science Education

[Monika Krach]

JOB OPENING
Marine Science Education Program Coordinator (Full time)
Apply by March 26th
San Francisco Bay Area

The Greater Farallones Association is a non-profit organization whose mission 
is to protect Greater 
Farallones National Marine Sanctuary habitats and wildlife through the 
development of a diverse 
community of informed and active ocean stewards.

*Program description* 
LiMPETS (Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students) 
is a citizen science and 
STEM education program for students, educators, and volunteer groups. This 
hands-on program was 
developed to monitor the ocean and coastal ecosystems of California’s national 
marine sanctuaries to 
increase awareness and stewardship of these important areas. Locally, the 
LiMPETS program serves 
middle, high schools and colleges in the San Francisco Bay Area, including the 
South Bay and Sonoma 
County.

*Position description* 
This job is a great intersection of science and education. Primary 
responsibilities include:
-Lead programs, both in the classroom and in the field (rocky intertidal and 
sandy beach monitoring 
sites).
-Coordinate schedule, provide program support and follow-up with partners and 
teachers regionally and 
statewide.
-Ensure consistency and accuracy of student-generated monitoring data. Conduct 
basic data analyses.
-Oversee equipment and supplies.
-Maintain a safe environment for all students during monitoring activities.
-Plan and implement of annual teacher professional development series.
-Develop and update science and education resources, including website, 
database and curriculum.

*Qualifications*
-Bachelors or Masters Degree in environmental education, biology, marine 
science, or related field.
-Environmental research or monitoring field experience required.
-Minimum 2 years of experience teaching environmental, outdoor or science 
programs to students 
grades 6-12.
-Ability to inspire and engage youth of all abilities, aptitudes and 
backgrounds.
-Excellent classroom management and public speaking skills.
-Knowledge of marine science concepts, local marine invertebrates, and 
California coastal natural 
history.
-Good driving record and ability to pass online government Driver Safety 
Course. Reliable transportation 
to and from Sanctuary office in the Presidio, San Francisco.
-Flexible; willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Email a cover letter and resume to h...@farallones.org by March 26th.