[ECOLOG-L] field school in coastal costa rica summer 2008
I would like to post the following announcement on your website: Website: www.treefieldstudies.org E-mail Address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] T.R.E.E. (Tropical Research in Ecology Ethology) announces two field-based primate courses in Costa Rica for the summer of 2008. Courses are for undergraduate and graduate students interested in primate field work. Course 1 (June 5 July 5): Primate Behavior and Ecology will be taught at the Refugio de Vida Silvestre Curú Puntarenas, Costa Rica. This course is designed to teach undergraduate and graduate students the basic skills necessary to study primates in the wild. Throughout this course you will learn techniques in ecological and behavioral data collection and complete an independent study on one of three primate species native to the area (Ateles geoffroyi, the black handed spider monkey; Cebus capucinus, the white-faced capuchin; Alouatta palliata, the mantled howler monkey). To encourage cooperation and collaboration with local Costa Rican scholars and students, a Spanish language teacher will be on hand for Spanish lessons during the course. Participation in lessons is expected from all students. Accommodations are rustic cabins each equipped with a kitchen, bathroom and solar power. Cabins are located just off of the beach area inside the reserve. The beach area is ideal for swimming and snorkeling following hard days in the field. A portion of each student tuition will fund a Costa Rican student in need for one full year of high school. Our hope is this connection will foster a relationship between the field school and local students, encouraging them to study tropical ecology and work towards conservation in their own community. Course cost is $2100 USD and includes instruction, all in-country travel associated with the course or side trip(s), room and board (minus breakfast) at the site, Spanish immersion, tuition for a high school student in Costa Rica, and up to two short side trips. You can check out the site by going to these links: http://www.nicoyapeninsula.com/curu/ and or http://www.curuwildliferefuge.com Course 2 (July 5th July 16th): Censusing Wild Primates. An optional 10 day advanced course in applied primate census techniques will be offered for interested students. Students will work along-side our research team locating, tracking, censusing and identifying wild primates (capuchins, howlers, spider monkeys) living in a portion of the Tortuguero National Park. This course will be a great adjunct to the Curu course as the monkeys living here have not been observed before. Accommodations will be beach-side at a private hotel adjacent to the park. Swimming in the ocean is restricted here due to rip-tides; but the hotel has a nice pool and includes three wonderful family-style meals per day. Email us for costs and more detailed information. Qualifications for all courses: A cumulative G.P.A. of at least 2.5 is required for all applicants. Eligibility will be based on a review of the submitted application form (see websites). Proof of travel and health insurance is required. Application Deadlines: April 5th, 2008 (negotiable with pre-approval): A non-refundable deposit of $200 is due on April 5th. May 1, 2008: Proof of insurance (travel and medical), liability waiver, medical form. May 15th, 2008: The remainder of the course fees ($1900) are due Contact Information: Dr. Joachim Department of Psychology, Univeristy of New Mexico [EMAIL PROTECTED] Gráinne McCabe, M.A. University of Texas at San Antonio [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[ECOLOG-L] Student Ecofilm Awards (SEAs'08): reminder deadline April 15th
Dear ESA member, The ESA is accepting film submissions until April 15th 2008 to compete in the *Student EcoFilm Awards 2008 *(*SEAs'08*). This event is the first-ever ESA contest designed to honor outstanding student contributions to ecological science through film. The contest will culminate in a two-hour film festival at the 2008 ESA annual meeting in Milwaukee, where we will present the best student ecology films. The three most outstanding films will be awarded *FREE REGISTRATIONS* to the 2008 meeting; additionally, the ESA Student Section will choose the *ESA-STUDENT SECTION CHOICE AWARD*:*$200 *! To learn more about the first annual SEAs contest and festival, or to submit a video to the contest, please visit the ESA Student Section webpage (*http://esa.org/students/section/*) or go to the SEAs webpage (* http://esa.org/students/section/?q=node/51*). The Student Section would very much appreciate if you could give as much publicity to the SEAs in your program/Institution as possible. Thanks very much and best luck! Rob Salguero-Gomez SEAs'08 Co-organizer ESA Student Section networking officer -- r Sin sudor no hay recompensa .:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:. Rob Salguero-Gomez PhD candidate Graduate Group of Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity Department of Biology Leidy Labs 321 3740 Hamilton Walk University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 19104 USA Phone: 215-898-8608 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[ECOLOG-L] Intertidal Seasonal Research Assistant-PISCO
If you could please post this. Many thanks, Jerod Intertidal Seasonal Research Assistant position at Oregon State University. Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans (PISCO). Job ID# ONSH03 2008 Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to assist in rocky intertidal research on the Oregon Coast. The marine ecology research focuses include mussel and barnacle larval recruitment and settlement, community ecology, and species interactions projects. This position involves both lab and field work. The lab work will include counting samples at a stereo microscope. The field work activities will involve hiking to field sites, climbing on coastal cliffs with heavy equipment and working on rocky exposed shores. The individual must be willing to work early mornings or late nights, some weekends, and some overnight stays at field sites. Desirable qualifications: * Self-motivated, ability to work both in a team setting and also independently * Undergraduate course work in marine biology/ecology * Familiarity with the rocky intertidal ecosystem and marine invertebrates of the Pacific Northwest * Previous field work experience * Excellent organizational and logistical skills * Valid driver's license and a good driving record * Hardworking and willing to work weekends and after hours Program: PISCO is a large-scale marine research program that focuses on understanding the nearshore and intertidal ecosystems of the U.S. West Coast. An interdisciplinary collaboration of scientists from four universities, PISCO integrates long-term monitoring of ecological and oceanographic processes at dozens of coastal sites with experimental work in the lab and field. We explore how individual organisms, populations, and ecological communities vary over space and time. PISCO's findings are applied to issues of ocean conservation and management, and are shared through public outreach and student training programs. For more information visit our website at: http://piscoweb.org/ Salary: $9.25/hr (total of 1040 hours) Dates: April 2008-September 2008 Location: Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon Housing: We do not offer housing. Transportation: Transportation is provided to and from field sites. If you would like to apply for this position, please email with Job ID# ONSH3 2008 as subject: * a letter of intent explaining your interest in this work, your background, your dates available, and other pertinent information * a CV or resume * a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial copies accepted) * email and phone contact information for at least two references To: Jerod Sapp; PISCO lab manager; mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more information, contact Jerod
[ECOLOG-L] RMBL Job Listing: Development Director
The Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory currently seeks a highly skilled Director of Development to take leadership for all our fundraising efforts. Reporting to the RMBL's Executive Director and working closely with the RMBL's Board of Trustees, the Development Director serves as a fund-raising expert and lead development professional. The Development Director identifies and cultivates major donor prospects, directs our foundation and corporate giving program, and plans and executes special fundraising campaigns. The Development Director also serves as a member of the Lab's senior leadership team and participates actively with the Board and the Executive Director in the Lab's strategic planning and program activities. This is a new position for the RMBL, and the Development Director will establish a Development Office. More information can be found at rmbl.org/jobs. Enquiries should be directed to Carolyn McCormick of Peak HR Consulting, LLC at mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED][EMAIL PROTECTED] RMBL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ian Billick, Ph.D. Executive Director Rocky Mountain Biological Lab PO Box 519, Crested Butte, CO 81224 phone/fax (970) 349-7231 www.rmbl.org
[ECOLOG-L] Butterfly dispersal ecology field position
Job Title: Fender’s blue butterfly behavior Location:Corvallis, OR Organization: Washington State University Vancouver Final Application Filing Date: Begin reviewing applications March 26th and continue until positions are filled Job Description Field assistants (and volunteers) are needed to assist with study of Fender’s blue butterfly biology. Responsibilities include assisting with butterfly surveys, conducting behavioral observations, assisting with plant surveys, and conducting field experiments. Other duties may include logistical support and data entry. Applicants should be responsible, motivated and able to reliably work independently in the field after initial training. Driver’s license, good eyesight, and physical fitness are required for field positions. Detail oriented, ability to write legibly, ability to work alone or with a small group, and maintaining positive attitude during long hours in the field are required. Preference for applicants with field botany and/or wildlife experience but any interested person should apply. Must be available for an in person interview. Position duration - field seasons run late April through June. We will hire 2 people to assist with learning about the dispersal behavior of the Fender’s blue butterfly in areas just outside of Corvallis, OR. For these positions, all are encouraged to apply and we especially encourage applicants residing in areas in or near Corvallis, OR and who are available full time from late April through late June. Please send a letter of interest specifying which position(s), a resume and two letters of reference to Aldina Franco, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Those interested in volunteering should get in touch via email and send a resume. Review of applications will begin on March 26, 2007 and continue until positions are filled. For more information on research in the Conservation Biology lab at Washington State University Vancouver, please contact Dr. Aldina Franco at 541-829-9617, or see our website:http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/schultzc/index.html.
[ECOLOG-L] Field Techs needed for work in Zion National Park
DESCRIPTION: Northern Arizona University is looking to hire 3 bio-techs to work in Zion National Park this spring. Technicians will work a crew sampling vegetation within the Dakota Hill Complex Fire. This site was treated at a landscape level with the herbicide Plateau in an attempt to reduce the invasion of Cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum). Duties will include identifying plants to species, collecting unknown species for later identification with the aid of keys (i.e. Utah Flora), performing a variety of vegetation sampling techniques, soil collection, accurately recording data on datasheets, and collection of photo points. A certain degree of fitness and possession of a positive attitude are necessary. Field work will involve long hours of standing, bending, walking and hiking over rugged, steep terrain. Extreme temperatures and weather conditions are possible and exposure is a concern as we will be working in burned areas with little or no canopy cover. Positions open until filled. COMPENSATION: Pay will be $9-14 per/hr depending upon experience. TRAVEL AND LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS: Employees will be responsible for travel to Zion National Park. Employee vehicles will be left in a safe location in Zion Canyon, and employees will be transported to a location near the site using a university vehicle. We will then backpack into a backcountry campground in Zion National Park, where we will be camping for the duration of the field sessions. Personal camping gear and food for meals must be supplied by the individual. TIMELINE: The work will consist of two to three eight day sessions, with 6 days off in between. The approximate start date for the first session is May 8th and will run through May 15th. The next session will begin May 22nd and run through May 29th. Dependent upon remaining workload, there is a possible extension of the 2nd session or a 3rd session for those interested. This time may include additional field work or office work (data entry, plant id). QUALIFICATIONS: At least one qualified botanist very familiar with the plants of Southern Utah. Previous botanical field experience is desired for the additional positions, however this is not a requirement. Due to the backcountry location of these sites, an adequate level of fitness is required for hiking in personal gear as well as some crew equipment. There may be additional days of hiking collected soil, biomass, and equipment out of the field. CONTACT: If you are interested in working in the backcountry on the Dakota Hill Complex, please send an e-mail to Marybeth at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and include a statement of interest and a resume with references.
[ECOLOG-L] Opportunity at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC: CLEAN ENERGY
Opportunity at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Combined Heat and Power/ Clean Energy Outreach Specialist GS – 12/13 Salary Range The Environmental Protection Agency’s Climate Protection Partnerships Division has an exciting opportunity to work as part of the Energy Supply Industry Branch in its Washington, DC headquarters. EPA is seeking an individual with proven experience in the energy field, including industrial or large commercial energy efficiency or clean energy applications such as combined heat and power (CHP or cogeneration). Responsibilities include promoting CHP and clean distributed generation to Partners and collaborators including targeted companies and institutions. A key responsibility of the position will be to facilitate the deployment of CHP and Clean DG projects through technical assistance for proposed sites. Interested candidates should be enthusiastic, organized self-starters with experience in voluntary programs, marketing, project development, engineering, air quality issues, and/or clean energy technologies. The successful candidate must possess strong writing and speaking capabilities, as well as the ability to convey complex information and concepts to a variety of audiences. The candidate must also possess demonstrated analytical, interpersonal, and project management skills. Knowledge of EPA contracting and grants processes a plus. Visit www.epa.gov/chp and www.epa.gov/cleanenergy for more information about EPA’s work in this area. The EPA works in partnership with businesses, organizations, and state and local governments throughout the country to reduce greenhouse gases that contribute to global climate change by promoting greater use of clean energy and other cost-effective technologies and practices. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status or any other non-merit factors. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen. This is not an official job application process, but a solicitation for resumes. The job will be announced through EPA’s EZ hire employment system in the future. Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to [EMAIL PROTECTED] for consideration. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
[ECOLOG-L] graduate assistantship at Rutgers University
Graduate Assistantship at Rutgers University, Ecology and Evolution Graduate Program A graduate student interested in pursuing a Ph. D. degree in the Ecology and Evolution Graduate Program at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ is sought to work on a 3-year study of biodiversity in urban wetlands. The project entails coordinated studies of plant, bird and mosquito diversities, studies of human behavior and values in and around wetlands in a densely urban environment, and risk of West Nile disease. The student will have primary responsibility for studies of plant community diversity and environmental monitoring. For more information and to apply (curriculum vitae, contact information for three references), please contact Dr. Joan Ehrenfeld, 732-932-1081 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer.
[ECOLOG-L] FW: Summer Internship in Appalachian Coal Country
On the behalf of Want to get involved in the AmeriCorps but looking for more than a summer position? The ACCWT has full year VISTA positions available! Please contact Torie Bowman at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 304-461-3131 for more information, or check out our website at http://www.accwt.org http://www.accwt.org/ . __ Build job experience working with local, state and federal organizations and dynamic local leaders! The Appalachian Coal Country Watershed Team (ACCWT) is looking for Summer Associates to live and work in low-income communities dealing with contaminated streams, depressed economies and other issues related to abandoned mine lands. ACCWT Summer Interns will spend 8 or more weeks working closely with local community watershed groups that have mobilized to alleviate these problems and make their home-place-watersheds healthier places to live and work. * Learn how agencies and community groups make environmental change happen on the ground level. * Build valuable field and office skills in organizational capacity building, communications, and environmental organizing. * Meet and work with effective grassroots leaders. * Help the people of Coal Country make their communities cleaner, healthier, and safer places to live and work! Locations: 30 sites in Appalachian Coal Country states (OH, WV, VA, TN, KY, AL, PA, MD). Duration: 8 weeks Dates: Several options beginning in May/June 2008. Hours: Full Time. Benefits: Living allowance of $1560 for 8 weeks and an option for a $1000 education award* or a $200 cash stipend to be paid upon completion of service. Positions are filling up on a rolling basis - apply now! Please send your resume and a 1-page letter of intent to Lucas Elser at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 304-461-3135 for more details. Learn more about the Appalachian Coal Country Watershed Team at http://www.accwt.org http://www.accwt.org/ . * An individual can only receive a total of two (2) VISTA Education Awards in their lifetime. Accepting the pro-rated Summer Associate Education Award will count as a VISTA Education Award. It is advised that if an applicant is considering completing two (2) full year VISTA positions in the future to decline the Summer Associate Education Award.
[ECOLOG-L] Biomath postdoc
This position announcement may be of interest to early career academics who are interested in combing behavioral and ecological research with training in undergraduate mentoring and teaching. Please circulate to anyone you think may be interested. Thanks - John Swaddle. The Department of Biology at the College of William and Mary seeks applications for a one year (which could be extended to two years) Visiting Assistant Professor postdoctoral position in biomathematics. The candidate should be trained in modeling approaches to population ecology and evolution and exhibit a sincere commitment to undergraduate education and research. Specifically, the biomath postdoc will mentor undergraduates in quantitative and modeling projects, related to population ecology and evolution, and collaborate with faculty in the biology, mathematics, and applied science departments on new and existing research projects. The postdoc will also help develop lab activities associated with an introductory biomathematical modeling class. Therefore, some experience of empirical systems is strongly desired. More information about ongoing projects can be found on the faculty research pages of the Biology (www.wm.edu/biology), Mathematics (http://www.wm.edu/mathematics/index.php), and Applied Science departments (www.as.wm.edu). Informal enquiries and requests for more information should be directed to Dan Cristol ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or John Swaddle ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) in the Biology department. Review begins April 10, 2008 and will continue until an appointment is made. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of research plans and teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references to Dan Cristol, Biomathematics Search, Department of Biology, The College of William and Mary, P.O. Box 8795, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795, or by email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Electronic applications are encouraged. The College is an EEO/AA employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Opportunities (4 positions): NSERC Strategic Project in Watershed-Scale Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Sustainability
Researchers based at University of British Columbia (Okanagan) in Kelowna, B.C. and at The University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Man., Canada are undertaking a collaborative research project examining water resources and sustainability at the watershed scale. The research watershed is part of the Okanagan Basin which is facing climate change, population growth, mountain pine beetle impacts on forestry and changing agricultural practices and economics. The project has four immediate openings for graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.). Successful candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team, which includes partners at Environment Canada, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada and the United States Forest Services. Financial support will be provided through a combination of an NSERC strategic research grant, and other research and teaching assistantships. Interested candidates should have a background appropriate to the project component such as hydrology, hydrogeology, envir! onmental chemistry, physical geography, eco-hydrology and sustainability economics. For consideration, please send the appropriate contact below by e-mail with: a letter of intent, including a statement of interests, a resume, and names and addresses of 3 references. Unofficial transcripts would also be appreciated. 1) Surface water and groundwater interactions (Dr. Craig Nichol, UBCO; E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ). This project will focus on the application of geochemical and isotopic methods to understand interactions between surface water and groundwater in a community watershed. 2) Estimation of spatially varied groundwater recharge (Dr. Al Woodbury, University of Manitoba; E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ). The project will use field data and land surface model to estimate spatially varied groundwater recharge. 3) Estimation of future water demand (Dr. John Janmaat, UBCO; E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ). This project will involve Environment Canada, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to use both environmental data and economic modeling to estimate future water demand using a multiple crop land use model as well as climate change scenarios. 4) Watershed hydrology and sustainability simulation (Dr. Adam Wei, UBCO; E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ). This project will use a suitable watershed scale hydrology model to predict the impacts of watershed disturbance, climate change and population growth on surface water hydrology. For general information about all projects, contact Adam Wei: Department of Earth Environmental Science University of British Columbia (Okanagan) University Way Kelowna, B.C. Canada V1V 1V7 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Web: http://people.ok.ubc.ca/adamwei/ https://www.exchange.ok.ubc.ca/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://people.ok.ubc.ca/adamwei/
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral position: Landscape genetics of Hawaiian fishes
A postdoctoral position is available in the Blum Lab (www.tulane.edu/~mjblum) in the Department of Ecology Evolutionary Biology at Tulane University. The incumbent will engage in DoD funded research on the landscape genetics and biogeography of amphidromous fishes native to the Hawaiian Islands. The research focuses on (1) development and use of genetic tools for assessing aquatic environmental condition of oceanic island stream ecosystems (2) assessing metapopulation dynamics of amphidromous fishes across the Hawaiian archipelago emphasizing comparison of genetic assays of dispersal with estimates based on otolith microchemistry. The incumbent will be encouraged to develop and pursue additional research areas that complement these set objectives. Preference will be given to candidates experienced with carrying out field based studies of freshwater fishes and laboratory studies involving modern molecular techniques. An initial appointment will be for one year, with continuation for up to two additional years dependent upon performance. A start date of June 2008 or a mutually agreeable date early in Summer 2008 is strongly preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in ecology, genetics, or closely related field. Send via email attachment a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names and addresses of three references to Dr. Michael Blum at [EMAIL PROTECTED] .Tulane University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/ADA Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] International Shipping of Feces
Dear Karim, You may need to transfer the samples to other preservative allowed for airlines and express couriers, lets say lysis buffer. Please see the following publication for the protocol to make lysis buffer (http://www.nsrl.ttu.edu/publications/opapers/ops/OP163.pdf). You or somebody else can prepare it for you at any research lab. You do not need any sophisticated chemical. Probably, faculty in chemistry or biology at Universidad de San Marcos in Lima can help you. If you need any further help do not hesitate in contact me. Best, Miguel Karim Ledesma [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear all, the project I work for requires urgently to transport samples of feces of wild animals from Peru to United States for genetic studies. Part of the samples are stored in 30ml bottle of alcohol. The collection and transportation of the samples comply with all the government regulations, however, shipping agencies (like DHL, FEDEX, others) do not accept to transport the part of the samples that are stored in alcohol. If some of you know of shipping agencies authorized to transport these type of samples either by plane or ship, I would appreciate to respond to this email. Thanks very much for your time. Karim Ledesma Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
