Re: [ECOLOG-L] EcoTone: Biodiversity is a delicate recipe

[Wayne Tyson]

Katie and Forum:

 

I love your post and the blog; illustrates an oft-neglected principle of 
simplicity, honestly stating the overlooked obvious sans obfuscation. In 
terrestrial systems one can observe profound difference in the effects of 
nutrients or their lack in varying responses to all kinds of variables. Not 
only is adding all ingredients at once a common assumption, but the 
quantitative and qualitative effects of different quantities and balances and 
relationships of the kinds of organisms introduced in what sequences often seem 
to be presumed unimportant or even irrelevant. It is easy, for example, to get 
all wrapped up with "productivity" and "cover," and neglect the fact that 
excesses spoil the pot au feu with too much of a good thing that overwhelms the 
other critical flavors. This happens to professional chefs, amateur cooks, and 
theoreticians alike, simple honesty being the most commonly missing ingredient 
in each case. 

 

Many a so-called "restoration" project, for example, suffers from too heavy a 
hand with plant seeds that are readily or cheaply available, leading to 
suppression of the more slowly-emerging species, and with things like 
herbicides and rodenticides that defeat essential ecological services on 
cultural grounds or other whims. Some stew too much about time, when timing is 
the more useful ingredient. With time comes a magical melding of flavors, in 
the pot a matter of days, in ecosystems a continuum. 

 

This is the kind of analogy that is most appropriate; it is different enough 
not to be taken literally, and at root similar enough to illuminate the buds of 
nourishment as well as taste. Eating cake is no substitute for diversity on the 
palate, and pairing of ingredients, dishes, and servings is at least as 
important as "presentation." 

 

WT

 

As Walter Kubiëna pointed out, while men and women can be distinguished through 
quantitative measurements such as average percentages of muscle, fat, and bone, 
". . . would it not be disastrous if we had no other methods for distinguishing 
between males and females?" 





- Original Message - 

From: "Katie Kline" 
To: 
Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 2010 2:23 PM
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] EcoTone: Biodiversity is a delicate recipe


Picture a simmering pot of vegetable broth, the condensed flavors the basis for 
what will become a hearty corn chowder. Looking at the recipe, you know that 
before the broth was introduced, onions and garlic were sautéed in olive oil 
until they grew translucent. Then flour was added to form the rue. And you know 
after the broth is added, potatoes, corn and other assorted vegetables will be 
left to simmer. But would you have known all of this just by seeing the list of 
ingredients alone? Unless you enjoy cooking regularly, you probably would not 
have known the sequence for preparing corn chowder just by the taste. According 
to a study recently published in Science Express, biodiversity is a similar 
process. Some scientists go about recreating an ecosystem by adding all of the 
elements at once into an experiment.

Read more and comment at 
http://www.esa.org/esablog/research/biodiversity-is-a-delicate-recipe/.






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[ECOLOG-L] Optimal cameras for nest monitoring?

[Rebecca Stirnemann]

Hi,

I am looking at purchasing cameras for bird nest monitoring in the tropics.
Nests maybe quite a walk through the forest and possibly high up so I hope
to find equipment which is light and does not need big batteries and can be
left for a while in tropical conditions. Since last I monitored nests with
cameras I have heard that technology has advanced considerably. I was
wondering if I could get some recommendations on equipment and pros and cons
of different models? I will post all results for the benefit of the list.

Thanks in advance,
Rebecca

[ECOLOG-L] Post Doc opportunity - Infectious Disease Epidemiology- NEON - Boulder, CO

[Laura Reynolds]

Overview
The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON, Inc.), headquartered in 
Boulder, CO, is a nonprofit science corporation dedicated to understanding 
how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. 
Currently under design is the NEON project - an observatory comprising 
more than 60 environmental and biological monitoring locations distributed 
throughout twenty domains across the United States, Hawaii, Alaska & 
Puerto Rico.  The observatory network will be the first of its kind 
designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at 
continental scales over multiple decades.

Term of Position
This position will be funded for two years initially with the possibility 
of one year extension as deemed appropriate based on the success of the 
tasks performed during the first year. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•   Coordinate and oversee data processing and analyses for four 
zoonoses: both mammal-transmitted (Hantavirus + Lyme disease) and 
arboviruses (West Nile Virus and Dengue virus)

•   Research and evaluate the appropriate collection methods, handling 
procedures, and sample sizes to meet NEON science requirements.

•   Evaluate appropriate detection analyses for each disease of 
interest.
•   Coordinate data management between outsourced analytical 
facilities and NEON cyberinfrastructure team.

•   Work with NEON scientists to develop appropriate ways to maintain 
data and formats for public data access.

•   Coordinate information sharing with relevant communities (e.g. the 
Center for Disease Control and Prevention; Walter Reed)

•   Work with collaborating laboratories and NEON scientists to 
facilitate publication of results, and collaborate with the NEON insect 
and mammal ecologists to prepare reports and develop recommendations for 
best practices, future analyses and data processing.

 Education:
•   PhD in epidemiology, ecology, evolutionary biology, or related 
field.

Required Experience:
•   Experience with mathematical modeling of infectious disease
•   3 years experience in infectious disease epidemiology, disease 
modeling, biostatistics, research development and surveillance 
methods.

•   Experience with predictive modeling (e.g., disease spread)
•   Ability to design surveillance schemes, analyze data and refine 
approach based on results.

•   Experience working in a collaborative scientific enterprise

Skills and Abilities:
•   Scientific writing and review 
•   Ability to work independently, but as part of an active science 
team with strong communication and interpersonal skills
•   Undertake responsibilities beyond those associated with individual 
research projects
•   Problem solver who can successfully apply experience, judgment, 
and creativity to both short- and long-term challenges. 
•   Self-starter who can create new opportunities within this field 
and use novel methods, analyses and approaches to tackle continental-scale 
research.

Documents Required to be submitted in order to be considered for the 
position include:
CV,
Cover Letter: In your cover letter, please include your experience with 
predictive modeling, disease testing, surveillance protocols, and any 
relevant field experience. 

Apply at: www.neoninc.org


NEON Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans 
and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply. 

[ECOLOG-L] 3 positions at Cape May Bird Observatory

[David Inouye]

INTERPRETIVE NATURALISTS (4) for fall migration 
monitoring projects at Cape May Bird Observatory, 
Cape May, NJ. Sep. 1 - Oct. 31. Cape May is 
renowned as one of the world's great hot spots 
for bird migration. Successful applicants will 
work either at the Cape May Hawkwatch, Avalon 
Seawatch, and/or on the Passerine Morning Flight 
Project. Duties include teaching visitors bird 
identification and natural history and offering 
general assistance, conducting workshops, and 
assisting counters when needed. Applicants should 
have experience interacting with the public and 
excellent interpersonal skills. Familiarity with 
bird migration and experience identifying birds 
is preferred. All applicants must have their own 
vehicles. Salary for all positions $800/month; 
housing and reimbursement for gas is provided. 
Send cover letter indicating position of 
interest, resume outlining relevant experience, 
and three references (including email addresses 
and phone numbers) to DON FREIDAY, Cape May Bird 
Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court 
House, NJ 08210 or email: 
don.frei...@njaudubon.org. 
Applications accepted until positions are filled.




GEORGE MYERS FIELD NATURALIST (1) for a variety 
of education, research and conservation projects 
at New Jersey Audubon Society’s Cape May Bird 
Observatory, Cape May, NJ. Sep. 1 - Oct. 31. Cape 
May is renowned as one of the world's great hot 
spots for bird migration. This position is named 
in honor of the late George Myers, a talented 
CMBO Associate Naturalist, and is funded by an 
endowment established in his honor. Will work at 
a variety of field sites with office at the CMBO 
Center for Research and education in Goshen. Will 
work as an interpretive naturalist associated 
with a variety of the Observatory’s projects, 
including migration counts, interpretive walks, 
birding workshops, publications, exhibits and web 
site. Applicants should have experience 
interacting with the public and excellent 
interpersonal skills. Familiarity with bird 
migration and experience identifying birds as 
well as some knowledge of other natural history 
is preferred, but much learning on the job is 
possible. Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, 
ecology, environmental science or similar field 
preferred. All applicants must have their own 
vehicles unless other arrangements are made prior 
to employment. Salary:   $1000/month;  housing 
and reimbursement for gas provided. Send cover 
letter indicating position of interest, resume 
outlining relevant experience, and three 
references (including email addresses and phone 
numbers) to DON FREIDAY, Cape May Bird 
Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court 
House, NJ 08210 or email: 
don.frei...@njaudubon.org. 
Applications accepted until positions are filled.




INTERN (1) to assist with ongoing Monarch 
butterfly migration project, Sep. 1 - Oct. 
31.  Duties include daily road censuses of 
migrating Monarchs, tagging, data entry, and 
educating the public about the project and 
Monarch biology. Successful applicant will be 
expected to work long hours during peak Monarch 
flights, shorter hours during lulls. Careful data 
collecting and entry skills, and excellent 
interpersonal skills a must; familiarity with 
insect ecology and migration a plus but not 
required. Must have own vehicle. Salary $800/mo.; 
housing and reimbursement for gas provided. Send 
cover letter indicating position of interest, 
resume outlining relevant experience, and three 
references (including email addresses and phone 
numbers) to DON FREIDAY, Cape May Bird 
Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court 
House, NJ 08210 or email: 
don.frei...@njaudubon.org. 
Applications accepted until positions are filled.

Thank you very much.  Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
--
René Buccinna
Admin. Asst., Research and Education
NJ Audubon
600 Route 47 North
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Email: rene.bucci...@njaudubon.org
Phone: (609) 861-1608 ext.13

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Movies to teach population ecology ???

[Sarah Berke]

Hi,
The National Geographic series Strange Days on Planet Earth has some good
segments--in particular the episode on trophic cascades would be good for
population biology.  They specifically talk about a dam project in South
America that flooded a hilly rainforest, leaving behind isolated islands
that were formerly hilltops.  Most of the predators swam away to the
mainland, but lots of other animals took refuge on the islands, creating
extremely dense populations.  The absence of predators allowed herbivores to
run rampant, defoliating entire islands.  They also talk about the trophic
cascade of wolf-elk-riparian vegetation in Yellowstone.

I believe there's also a PBS or National Geographic series on human
population biology, though I cannot recall the title just now...I think if
you search Google Video you can watch clips of these things.

hth,
Sarah
_
Sarah K Berke
Postdoctoral Scholar
Department of the Geophysical Sciences
University of Chicago
5734 S. Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637


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> Topics of the day:
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>  1. Aquatic Technician - NEON - one year assignment - Boulder, CO
>  2. Movies to teach population ecology ???
>  3. Call for faculty to teach in new science general education initiative
> at
> Bard College (NY)
>  4. ACE - Golden Gate National Recreation Area Trail Crew Internship
>  5. EcoTone: Biodiversity is a delicate recipe
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> Subject: Aquatic Technician - NEON - one year assignment - Boulder, CO
>
> Overview
> The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON, Inc.) is a nonprofit
> science corporation dedicated to understanding how changes in climate,
> land use and invasive species impact ecology. Currently under design is
> the NEON project - an observatory comprising more than 60 environmental
> and biological monitoring locations distributed throughout twenty domains
> across the United States, Hawaii, Alaska & Puerto Rico.  The observatory
> network will be the first of its kind designed to detect and enable
> forecasting of ecological change at continental scales over multiple
> decades.
>
> The Aquatic Team will collect physical, chemical, and biological data on
> streams and small lakes across twenty domains in the United States,
> Hawaii, Alaska & the Caribbean.  The Team will define measurements, train
> personnel, and perform QA/QC in order to produce high quality data
> products for the research, education, and decision making community.
>
> Term of Position
> This position is as a term (one year), full-time position on the NEON
> Aquatic science team.
>
> Location: Boulder, CO
>
> Position Summary:
> The Aquatic Technician will assist the Aquatic Team with gathering
> existing data and information on streams and ponds/lakes across the United
> States.   This includes water chemistry; plant, insect, and fish species
> lists; aerial photographs; maps; and other historical information.  This
> information is critical for the Team to prepare the sites for
> construction.  The Technician will work independently searching for
> existing literature and data, and as part of the Team to develop data
> management tools.
>
> The Technician will also have the opportunity to gain experience in GIS,
> water chemistry analyses, and mapping of aquatic ecosystems.
> The Aquatic Technician is expected to produce reports of NEON site
> information and is encouraged to collaborate with the Staff to investigate
> other publications.
>
> Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
> •   Independently seek published data and information from libraries,
> local NGOs, researchers, municipalities, Federal and State agencies
> •   Seek unpublished data from local researchers and NGOs
> •   Co-create data management system for historical site data: working
> in collaboration with Aquatic scientists and the NEON Computing team
> •   Coordinate and compile disparate data and information for ease of
> analysis and retrieval
> •   Work with NEON GIS to digitize and organize historical maps,
> images, and aerial photos of sites
> •   Participate in the larger NEON science community
>
> Education:
> •   Bachelor’s degree in aquatic ecology or related field.
>
> Required Experience:
> •   Experience with university library research, including Web of
> Science
> •   Ability to independently gather information from federal and state
> agencies’ online data portals
> •   Ability to telephone interview researchers and scientists
> •   Demonstrated ability to write technical documents
>
> Preferred Experience:
> •   Ability to create and interpret stream hydrographs
> •   Knowledge of freshwater water quality paramet

Re: [ECOLOG-L] EcoTone: Biodiversity is a delicate recipe

[Jason Hernandez]

It sounds like you are describing the importance of priority effects (among 
other mechanisms of community assemblage).  And there have actually been a 
number of experimental studies of this mechanism, in organisms as varied as 
plants, aquatic invertebrates, and reef fishes.  I did my master's thesis on 
priority effects as they relate to larval amphibians.
 
Jason Hernandez
East Carolina University Alumnus

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Date:    Wed, 2 Jun 2010 17:23:54 -0400
From:    Katie Kline 
Subject: EcoTone: Biodiversity is a delicate recipe

Picture a simmering pot of vegetable broth, the condensed flavors the basis for 
what will become a hearty corn chowder. Looking at the recipe, you know that 
before the broth was introduced, onions and garlic were sautéed in olive oil 
until they grew translucent. Then flour was added to form the rue. And you know 
after the broth is added, potatoes, corn and other assorted vegetables will be 
left to simmer. But would you have known all of this just by seeing the list of 
ingredients alone? Unless you enjoy cooking regularly, you probably would not 
have known the sequence for preparing corn chowder just by the taste. According 
to a study recently published in Science Express, biodiversity is a similar 
process. Some scientists go about recreating an ecosystem by adding all of the 
elements at once into an experiment.

Read more and comment at 
http://www.esa.org/esablog/research/biodiversity-is-a-delicate-recipe/. 

[ECOLOG-L] lab soil respiration procedure

[Mark Norris]

Has anyone used a LiCor 6400 (or 6200) for soil respiration in a lab
incubation? We do not have a GC with the proper detector but do have a 6400
with soil respiration chamber. I have an idea of how I would like to set
this up and have searched the literature for guidance but have come up with
very little. Any suggestions are much appreciated. 

 

Please respond directly to me. If there's interest, I will post a summary to
the list.

 

Thanks.

Mark

 

Mark Norris, PhD

Dept of Environmental Science & Biology

The College at Brockport State University of New York

mnor...@brockport.edu

 

[ECOLOG-L] Prey item suggestions for experiment on sub-daily consumption rates of juvenile steelhead and chinook

[Maya Friedman]

Hi Ecologgers,
I am going to be running some experiments on steelehead and chinook to get
sub-daily consumption rates and I want to try to standardize our methods as
much as possible.  Since we are trying to quantify consumption, using prey
that are relatively uniform in size, easy to weigh, and that hold together
over the duration of the trial (24hr) are important criteria (to facilitate
complete recovery of uneaten prey). We are attempting to use frozen brine
shrimp, however, preliminary trials in which the prey were added to the
tanks without fish and subsequently recovered indicated that brine shrimp
are difficult to recover and do not hold up well after 24hrs in the water.
Any suggestions on prey items or methods would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Maya Friedman

maya.frie...@noaa.gov
110 Shaffer Road
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 420-3916

[ECOLOG-L] Ecohydrology PhD Assistantship

[Molly Cavaleri]

Ph.D. Assistantship to investigate the effects of climate change on forest
ecohydrology in the Upper Midwest
Advised by Dr. Molly Cavaleri http://forest.mtu.edu/faculty/cavaleri/

Seeking outstanding applicants for a fully funded 4-year Ph.D. Assistantship
to work in cooperation with the Ecosystem Science Center at Michigan
Technological University and the USDA Forest Service Northern Research
Station.  The student will lead experiments investigating the effects of
climate change on the water use of northern hardwood tree species.

The student will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of
ecohydrological studies of aspen at the Marcell Experimental Forest near
Grand Rapids, MN, and possibly a second sugar maple study site at the MTU
Ford Research Forest in Alberta, MI.  The project will include working with
sap flow sensors, micro-meteorological sensors and soil moisture sensors. 
There will also be opportunities to pursue additional studies involving
stable isotope analysis, canopy interception techniques, and other
ecophysiological techniques if interested.  The student will have the
freedom to develop a study plan and cutting-edge research questions
applicable to the field of climate change research.  

Applicant must have already or be very close to obtaining a Master’s degree
in ecology or forestry-related field.  Proficiency in at least one
statistical software package and excellent writing skills are required. 
Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in
ecophysiological or ecohydrological techniques.

The quality of life for Michigan Tech students is outstanding.   Michigan
Tech is located in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on the south shore of Lake
Superior.  The region is dominated by publicly-owned forests, and is rated
as an excellent place for outdoor adventure (see
www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/0107/trips_5.html). Michigan Tech is in
Houghton, Michigan and is a safe, inexpensive, & friendly community.

Applicants should create a single pdf that includes the following: letter of
interest, CV, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, unofficial
general GRE scores, and contact information for three references.  Please
email the pdf as an attachment to Dr. Molly Cavaleri (macav...@mtu.edu) with
“Ecohydrology PhD Assistantship” in the subject line. Screening of
applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. 
Desirable applicants will be invited to apply for admission to the graduate
program in Michigan Tech’s School of Forest Resources and Environmental
Science (forest.mtu.edu) for an August 2010 or January 2011 start date.

[ECOLOG-L] DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING: Applications Due June 7, 2010

[Johanna Laderman]

REMINDER: APPLICATIONS FOR COMMUNITY-BASED MARINE AND ANADROMOUS FISH
HABITAT RESTORATION PROJECTS DUE MONDAY, June 7, 2010 BY 5:00 p.m.
(EDT).

 

SPECIAL NOTE - For organizations along the Gulf coast that need to
prepare for the potential impacts of the oil spill, we are allowing an
additional two weeks to prepare and submit applications for these
available funds; applications for these applicants are due June 21, 2010
(EDT).  Please contact FAF at egeo...@asafishing.org if you plan to
submit a Gulf Coast project.

 

The FishAmerica Foundation announces the availability of approximately
$1 million for local efforts to accomplish meaningful on-the-ground
restoration of marine, estuarine and riparian habitats, including salt
marshes, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, and  freshwater habitats
important to anadromous fish species (fish like salmon and striped bass
that migrate to and from the sea).  Approximately $200,000 of the
available funding will be dedicated specifically to stream barrier
removal projects furthering NOAA's Open Rivers Initiative.

 

Visit FishAmerica's web site at http://www.fishamerica.org
  for the complete announcement, funding
guidelines and application, and helpful contact information.  

 

Projects must result in the implementation of locally-driven habitat
restoration projects that emphasize stewardship and yield ecological and
socioeconomic benefits. These projects must clearly demonstrate
significant benefits to marine, estuarine or anadromous fisheries
resources, particularly sportfish, and should involve community
participation through an educational or volunteer component tied to the
restoration activities. Applicants are encouraged to incorporate the
participation of NOAA Restoration Center staff to strengthen the
development and implementation of sound restoration projects.

 

Projects in the Great Lakes must restore habitat for diadromous
sportfish such as lake sturgeon, walleye, and brook trout in the Great
Lakes and applicable  tributaries. Projects focusing on the management
or removal of aquatic invasive/nuisance species will not be considered. 

 

FishAmerica and NOAA recognize the need to maintain flexibility in the
way projects impacted by the recent Gulf Oil Spill are carried out.
Funding cannot be provided through this solicitation for direct oil
spill mitigation or clean-up, however other modifications to the project
(e.g. delayed implementation) may be considered.

 

All submissions must be sent to:

FAF/NOAA RFP - Grant Applications 

FishAmerica Foundation 

225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420 

Alexandria, Virginia 22314.  

 

Electronic mail and faxed applications will NOT be accepted.  

 

Funding is expected to be announced in October 2010.  Anticipated awards
are contingent on notification of federal funding to the FishAmerica
Foundation.

[ECOLOG-L] Population Viability Analysis Course

[Alan Temple]

National Conservation Training Center Training Announcement

Population Viability Analysis I: Concepts and Procedures (CSP4110)

Course Dates: July 12-16, 2010
Location:   National Conservation Training Center (NCTC), Shepherdstown, WV

Course Description/Course Overview:

Population Viability Analysis I course will explore the theory and
application of analytical approaches and models to the management of
threatened and endangered plant and animal populations.  Emphasis will also
be placed on the development of analytical skills, estimation of vital
rates, modeling population dynamics, and the interpretation of model
outcomes for managing threatened populations.  The course is designed for
the students to learn the concepts and techniques through lectures,
exercises, and working with data sets.  The aim of these exercises is to
familiarize students with the mathematical notation, statistical
approaches, and modeling techniques frequently used in population viability
analysis.

Concepts and techniques covered in class will include: (1) methods of
population trend (count-based) analysis to estimate deterministic and
stochastic population growth rates, and for stochastic projection of
unstructured models; (2) creation of life cycle diagrams, and age- and
stage-based projection matrices to calculate deterministic population
growth rates; (3) use of sensitivity analysis of deterministic matrix
models to evaluate the elasticity and sensitivity of demographic parameters
to perturbation; (4) stochastic population simulation modeling, (5)
techniques for demographic parameter estimation; (6) measures of
uncertainty and Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) model selection methods,
and (7) approaches to modeling metapopulations including structured and
occupancy models.

Instructors:  Dr. Steve Beissinger (University of California, Berkeley
Campus)
Dr. Zach Perry (University of Wisconsin, Madison Campus)

Who Should Attend:  The course is designed for individuals who are
competent in basic population biology and are interested in developing
and/or strengthening their ability to perform population viability
analysis. We are targeting FWS biologists and others whose job
responsibilities include the assessment and analysis of population data or
trends in populations for a variety of activities or responsibilities.

Course Length: 4 ½ days/36 hours

Course Objectives:  The objective of this course is to develop the
practical skills in the students, given the diverse array of models and
procedures available, needed to assess and critique population trend and
viability analyses in the field.

Cost: There is no tuition fee for FWS, NPS, and BLM personnel.  Tuition is
$1150 for other participants.

Application deadline: July 5, 2010

How to Apply: Register online at https://doilearn.doi.gov/. Non-DOI
employees should click on “Public Catalog Login” then type the course code
(CSP4110) in the Search box.  Then click on the course title.

Questions:  Please contact Joe W. Witt (joe_w...@fws.gov) or So Lan Ching
(solan_ch...@fws.gov), Division of Conservation Science and Policy, at
304/876-7447 or 304/876-7771.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: OPS Fish and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV

[Mohr, Gary]

Agency Name: FWC - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Anticipated Vacancy:  OPS (No benefits)
Full-Time, Grant funded, Time limited (7/1/10 -6/30/13)

OCCUPATION PROFILE
Broadband/Class Level:  Fish and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV   
Closing Date:  06/18/2010
Location:  Tallahassee, FLCounty:  Leon County
Biweekly Salary:  $1858.75  
Announcement Type:  Open

DESCRIPTION
The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute of the Florida Fish and Wildlife 
Conservation Commission is seeking to hire an OPS Fish and Wildlife Biological 
Scientist IV to work in our Tallahassee, FL office of the Center for Spatial 
Analysis.  The candidate will be a part of a team using a variety of 
remotely-sensed, photo-interpreted and ground-mapped data to create a new 
statewide land cover map and will be responsible for various aspects of data 
preparation, production, and validation.

Under the supervision of the project principal investigator, the successful 
candidate will primarily use image processing software to classify medium 
resolution satellite imagery according to an established land cover 
classification schema.  Classified data will be coalesced to a statewide 
dataset widely-used to assist in conservation planning and management in 
Florida.  Further duties may include visits to remote sites for model 
validation and require over night travel, although the vast majority of the 
work is computer based in an office environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science-based discipline and two years of 
remote-sensing experience is required; graduate level education preferred.  At 
minimum, an intermediate level of understanding of remote sensing and land 
cover classification techniques, geographic information systems principles and 
practices and experience using ERDAS Imagine and ArcGIS is required.  Knowledge 
of Florida's natural plant communities or experience identifying land cover 
types using digital imagery is highly desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES
Experience using, displaying, manipulating and analyzing satellite imagery; 
SPOT imagery, in particular is helpful
Experience using supervised and unsupervised multispectral classification of 
remotely-sensed data
Experience interpreting high-resolution Digital Orthophoto Quadrangles
Knowledge of the natural plant communities and land cover/land use types in 
Florida
Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques used in land cover 
classification, biological research, analysis or testing
Ability to perform quantitative analysis of scientific data
Ability to work well both independently and within a team structured 
environment and work efficiently to meet operational deadlines
Maintain a valid Florida driver's license

CONTACT INFORMATION
State of Florida Application required.  Applicants are encouraged to submit a 
resume and any additional supporting materials you deem appropriate to: Gary 
Mohr, Fish & Wildlife Research Institute, Florida Fish and Wildlife 
Conservation Commission, 2574 Seagate Dr, Ste. 250, Tallahassee, FL, 
32301-5016. Email: gary DOT mohr AT myfwc.com, fax: 850-410-5269.  

State of Florida Applications can be found on:  
https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/logon.htm

AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER
Requirements: 
Certifications: Drivers License, Florida
Job Type:  OPS, Time limited, Full Time 
Region/County:  Leon County 
Years of Experience:  2-3 years 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Position in Aquatic Biogeochemistry

[Maggie Xenopoulos]

Aquatic Biogeochemistry Postdoctoral Position
Applications are being accepted for a postdoctoral position in the 
Department of Biology,
Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. The position will be in 
the area of aquatic
biogeochemistry and will be focused on the role of land use, especially 
urban land use, on
the flux of greenhouse gases from aquatic ecosystems. In particular, this 
project seeks to
investigate the magnitude of carbon and nitrogen greenhouse gas losses to 
the atmosphere
from aquatic ecosystems and the biological and physico-chemical processes 
that control
these fluxes.
The candidate must have experience in and an excellent understanding of 
biogeochemistry
and/or aquatic ecology as demonstrated by a good publication record in 
international
journals. Strong leadership skills are also required as the post-doctoral 
fellow will be
expected to provide some guidance and assistance to junior members of the 
laboratory.
The position is, in part, funded by the Ministry of Research and Innovation 
(Government of
Ontario) Postdoctoral Fellowship Program targeted towards outstanding young 
scientists.
Additional funding for this position is available through Canada’s Natural 
Sciences and
Engineering Research Council Discovery and Strategic Grants. The position 
is available for
2 years. The start date must be before January 1st 2011. To be eligible to 
apply candidates
must have received their PhD no more than two years before the application 
deadline or be
expected to complete their PhD when taking up the PDF. To apply, send a 
cover letter,
curriculum vitae, examples of publications, and the names of three academic 
references to
the address below (e-mail is preferred). Review of applications will begin 
on July 5, 2010
and will continue until the position is filled.
Contact: Dr. Marguerite A. Xenopoulos, Trent University, Department of 
Biology,
Peterborough, ON, Canada K9J 7B8 [mxenopou...@trentu.ca]
http://people.trentu.ca/mxenopoulos