[ECOLOG-L] Travel Award$ for ESA - Austin 2011
To all ESA Students (and the Faculty who help fund them), Abstracts for ESA-Austin 2011 are due in two weeks and there is tons of money available to support your participation! Submit abstract here: http://esa.org/austin/call_contributed.php Get your ca$h here: http://www.esa.org/students/section/node/405 To Faculty - please forward to your students! Regards, ESA Student Section Board
[ECOLOG-L] field technician/educator traveling in Southern Africa
Greetings list members, I am a 29 year-old American male traveling in Southern Africa for the next 3-5 months. I am on holiday of sorts, but also very interested in seeking opportunities to volunteer or even work in a field research and/or educational setting in the region. I have field tech experience with amphibians especially, but am knowledgeable and willing to learn theory and techniques in regard to any ecological sampling. I also have 4 years experience as a biology and ecology teacher in Virginia public schools. I would be interested in any instructional, policy, or outreach services that are available in the region. My timetable is fairly flexible in terms of how soon I can be available in any country in southern or eastern Africa (I am currently in Cape Town, South Africa), and how long I can be abroad. My budget will allow me to work without pay if that is necessary, though lodging and perhaps food are always welcome. Any advice on contacts would be very much appreciated as well. I can send a resume on request. Thanks for your ears! Best, Jimmy Green
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Preserving fecal matter
Wayne...I've seen various tracking specialists with samples of scat for display and being used as a teaching tool in tracking workshops. You might try contacting your local Fish & Wildlife department or see if a nature museum has a scat display or staff person who could help you in this area. With respect, Kelly Stettner, Director Black River Action Team Subject: Help Not a joke! Preserving fecal matter I know this sounds like a joke, but I'm serious.=20 What is the best way to preserve dried fecal matter (for display)? While = I would like to preserve its present appearance, I realize that it may = not be possible to do without making it look shiny (polyvinyl acetate), = and I would like to do it myself with minimal apparatus.=20 WT
[ECOLOG-L] 7th Annual Michigan Early Career Scientists Symposium: Infectious Disease across Scales
Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to announce this year's Early Career Scientist Symposium, to be held Saturday, April 16, 2011 at the Blau Auditorium at the Ross School of Business on the campus of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The theme this year will be "Infectious Disease across Scales". Our outstanding lineup of up-and-coming field leaders will address diverse ecological and evolutionary aspects of host-pathogen and -parasite systems from within individual hosts to the broad community of multiple hosts and pathogens. The keynote address will be given by Prof. Steven Frank of the University of California at Irvine, who will describe "Three unsolved puzzles in infectious disease". Register to attend and obtain more information by going to http://sitemaker.umich.edu/ecss2011/home. Registration is free of charge but we strongly encourage you to register so we may provide adequate food and refreshment. Graduate students from all universities and all disciplines are invited to present their work during a lunchtime poster session. Further information on posters will be forthcoming. Lunch will be provided at the poster session and a dinner reception will follow the symposium. Looking forward to your participation, Aaron King on behalf of the 2011 ECSS organizing committee: Aaron King, Mercedes Pascual, Pej Rohani, Andres Baeza, Micaela Martinez-Bakker, Gail Kuhnlein -- Aaron A. King, Ph.D. Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Mathematics Center for the Study of Complex Systems University of Michigan GPG Public Key: 0x6E74F51B
[ECOLOG-L] Position: Research Biologist at Idaho State University
RESEARCH BIOLOGIST at Idaho State University Idaho State University, Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE) and Department of Biological Sciences Position: open until filled The Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE) and the Department of Biological Sciences at Idaho State University seeks a full-time research specialist to work in CERE, whose mission is to 1) facilitate individual research in environmental studies, and 2) provide a framework for collaborative, interdisciplinary teaching and research that is focused on ecological principles and problems. The position will involve a combination of lab and field work as well as administration. Half time of the position will be to coordinate, manage, run and maintain analytical instrumentation in the CERE and satellite laboratories. General lab tasks will include ordering supplies and maintaining instrumentation as well as training undergraduate and graduate students in research related tasks. The other half time of the position will be to coordinate instrumentation, collection, and chemical analysis of water, soil and vegetation samples from field sites initially in Arizona and also in Idaho, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Colorado. Other duties include collection and processing micrometeorological and environmental data, laboratory incubations and analysis of soil, resin, and water extracts on analytical instruments. Field research can be physically strenuous, including some long days outside in hot or cold conditions, and will involve some travel. Possible late hours may be associated with collection and processing. This position requires an independent, organized, and motivated individual with demonstrated research skills. The successful candidate will be someone genuinely excited by research with a strong desire to learn and ability to troubleshoot. Above all, the candidate must be personable and enthusiastic about working in a collaborative group environment. For additional information about the department or the position please feel free to contact Dr. Kathleen Lohse in the Department of Biological Sciences at klo...@isu.edu. Minimum Qualifications: -Driver license; BA/BS degree in ecology, hydrology, biology, chemistry or related field. Preferred Qualifications: -Firsthand experience with analytical instrumentation; coursework in soils, ecology, chemistry and experience in the field, instrumentation lab analytical techniques (automated spectrophotometry, high temperature combustion organic carbon and nitrogen analyzer and isotopes), and soil and water collections and methods. Application process: You must apply for the job through the HR job postings at ISU 1) Go to www.isujob.net 2) Apply to job posting #2011089 3) You will need to upload a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or resume and list of references (3 names and contact information).
[ECOLOG-L] gender reversal in plants
Does anyone know published papers in plant gender reversal from hermaphroditic or monoclinous to male or female individuals and from male or female to hermaphroditic or monoclinous from one year to another due to environmental condition changes?
[ECOLOG-L] Join ESA and receive a complimentary subscription to Frontiers!
Exciting times at the Ecological Society of America (ESA)! Our highly popular, peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, has just published a special issue on biogeochemistry (February 2011). In addition, we had a successful launch of our open-access journal Ecosphere. ESA also recently partnered with The Nature Conservancy to form Leaders in Environmental Action for the Future (LEAF) whose mission is to empower the next generation of environmental leaders and equip them with the skills and knowledge to address our worlds most pressing environmental challenges. We encourage you to join ESA and help us support these projects and the many other ESA activities that help promote the science of ecology. Some of the ESA membership benefits include: Discounted registration for the 96th ESA Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas, to be held August 7-12, 2011 Networking opportunities through your involvement in ESA sections, chapters, and committees, as well as through Annual Meeting events and ESAs online Membership Directory. Complimentary subscription to Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment and access to member-only subscriptions to our other highly-cited journals such as Ecology, Ecological Applications, and Ecological Monographs. To start your ESA membership today, create a profile at http://eservices.esa.org or contact Lilly Schwartz in Membership Services at members...@esa.org or 202-833-8773 ext. 216.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] gender reversal in plants
I believe that Jon Lovett-Doust did some work on environmental influences on gender in two different /Arisaema /species... A google search should provide you with a starting point... This is the citation for one of the articles... *Sex and Gender Dynamics in Jack-in-the-Pulpit, /Arisaema triphyllum/ (Araceae)* *Jon Lovett Doust and Paul B. Cavers* *Ecology Vol. 63, No. 3 (Jun., 1982), pp. 797-808 (article consists of 12 pages) * -- Ellery Troyer Ecological Field Services LLC 13021 Flatts Road Waterford, PA 16441 C: 814.746.2130 F: 814.796.2642
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistant Position - University of Arizona
Graduate Research Assistant Position in Natural Resources Ecology now being recruited at the University of Arizona, Tucson. We have recently been awarded a National Science Foundation, Coupled Natural and Human Systems project titled Strengthening Resilience of Arid Region Riparian Corridors: Ecohydrology and Decision-Making in the Sonora and San Pedro Watersheds [http://udallcenter.arizona.edu/wrpg/cnh/]. The project will link ecohydrology and decision making (individual and institutional) data and approaches to evaluate the resilience of arid riparian areas to climate change and land-use practices. We are looking for a MS or PhD candidate with background and interest in working with ecological and climate data, particularly related to water and land-use decision-making. The candidate will be synthesizing data relating to ecosystem fluxes, hydrological flows, climate, and ecosystem services. There will also be field work opportunities to help develop ecological indicator data sets that link to decision making and to monitor ecosystem responses to climate and land-use variability. This position requires a background in environmental science, ecohydrology, plant science, ecosystem ecology, environmental statistics, geography or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and with explicit skills in data analysis and modeling. For details on the assistantship or graduate admissions, contact Dr. Mitchell Pavao-Zuckerman with the School of Natural Resources and the Environment (see, http://snre.arizona.edu/academic/grad/prospective and http://www.snr.arizona.edu/academic/grad/gradprograms) and Biosphere 2 at the University of Arizona. Candidates selected to receive the assistantship will have a full tuition waiver and receive a stipend and benefits according to the program, - the student would start in Fall 2011. Pending satisfactory progress with project-related research and with the students course of study, funding is available for four years.
[ECOLOG-L] Job Opportunity - Biogeochemist
Overview The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a nonprofit science corporation dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. For the next three decades NEON will collect a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. NEON will use cutting edge technology including an airborne observation platform that will capture images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who will observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data. A leading edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. The Observatory will be the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales. Summary: The Biogeochemist will be responsible for the conceptual basis of the data products and development of the field and lab protocols, QA/QC, calibration and uncertainty tracking for these data products. These data products will be collected across the nation and over time, producing a unique time-space record of how biogeochemistry is changing, and how those changes reflect effects in climate, land use and species composition. The Biogeochemist will work with NEON scientists and other experts to develop appropriate data formats for public data access, coordinate information sharing with relevant communities, work with collaborating laboratories and NEON scientists to facilitate publication of results, and collaborate with other NEON scientists to prepare reports and develop recommendations for best practices, future analyses and data processing. The Biogeochemist will participate in the larger NEON science community, including participating in independent research and collaborations and attending meetings and conferences to involve the broadest possible user community. The Biogeochemist will work closely with NEON’s entire science team, including aquatic biogeochemists, flux measurement experts, and NEON’s modeling group. While much of the Biogeochemist’s work will be defining procedures and protocols for data products, many of the applications of these data products will be in complex analyses and models, so a background in biogeochemical modeling is desirable. Education: • PhD in biogeochemistry, ecology, ecosystem science, evolutionary biology, or related field. • Specific knowledge in physiological ecology or ecosystem ecology. Required Experience: • Specific knowledge of biogeochemical analyses including stable isotopes. • 5 years experience or familiarity with planning surveillance schemes, analyzing data and refining approach based on results. Preferred Experience: • Experience working with chemical analyses of plants and/or soils. • Experience analyzing large scale biogeochemical datasets • Experience working with biogeochemical modeling Skills and Abilities: • Skilled at scientific writing and review • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Experience working in a collaborative scientific enterprise • Open to undertaking responsibilities beyond those associated with individual research projects • Ability to work independently and as part of an active science team • Problem solver who can successfully apply experience, judgment, and creativity to both short- and long-term challenges Physical Abilities: • The candidate may be exposed to conditions in the field, and therefore must be able to traverse uneven ground such as dirt banks, stream beds, and shallow ponds carrying equipment and materials up to 40 lbs. Apply to: www.neoninc.org NEON Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Field Technician to Assess Mountain Beaver Habitat
Description: Gain field experience in the conservation biology of a sensitive species in the Sierra Nevada mountains near Lake Tahoe In cooperation with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, the Great Basin Institute is recruiting a Field Technician to assist in assessing habitat of mountain beavers (Aplodontia rufa) in the east Lake Tahoe Basin and Carson Range, NV. In this region, mountain beavers live in forested riparian habitat and their restricted occurrence in western Nevada is poorly documented. Mountain beavers (the single extant species in the family Aplodontidae) are considered a species of conservation concern because of their restricted range in Nevada and because their population status in the state is unknown. Findings of this study will inform a habitat suitability model and conservation plan for Nevada populations. The Field Technician will work with two assistants to conduct surveys for mountain beaver and their sign, and assess habitat characteristics, including vegetation and thermal features, using standard methods. The field crew may also have opportunities to participate in other ongoing studies of small mammals and birds in the vicinity. The Field Technician should be capable of working long hours in rugged, uneven, forested terrain in which daily temperatures may range widely. Primitive field camping may be required. Timeline: o 9 May 31 August 2011 o 35-40 hours per week; some weekends may be required Compensation: o $6,250 Living Allowance o $1,415 AmeriCorps Education Award* o Student loan forbearance* o Housing Location: Study sites are located in the east Lake Tahoe Basin and Carson Range, NV. Many recreational opportunities are available in the region, which is considered by many as one of the most scenic in the country. * AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future education experiences, including payment of qualified student loans. Qualifications: Technical requirements: o Bachelors degree in biology (wildlife or conservation), ecology or related field; o Previous field experience that included: adhering to field data collection protocols accurately collecting and recording field data o Knowledge of Sierra Nevada flora highly desirable; o Familiarity with or interest in: the ecology and conservation biology of Mountain beavers and other small mammals of the Sierra Nevada forest and/or riparian ecology, and associated natural resource issues o Experience in plant identification and vegetation assessment preferred; o Ability to use a GPS unit and standard methods and equipment for habitat characterization. Additional requirements: o Possess a valid, state-issued drivers license and clean driving record; o Ability to safely drive a 4WD vehicle on unpaved roads that can be steep and rutted; o Ability to work productively, consistently and cooperatively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals; o Possess strong organizational and leadership skills; o Ability to work in variable weather conditions, traverse steep and uneven terrain, carry upwards of 20 pounds in a backpack, and otherwise maintain good physical condition; o Willingness and ability to work and camp in remote areas; o Familiarity with back-country, low-impact principles preferred; and o Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award, and (3) pass National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal background check. For a complete position description please visit our website at www.TheGreatBasinInstitute.org. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Bridget Walden, at bwal...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, gender, political affiliation, religion or any other protective category.
[ECOLOG-L] On-site monitor camera in bromeliads
Dear Ecologgers. Sorry again for this interruption but want to get some suggestions from you. People have been able to film activities in phytotelmata (i.e. bromeliads in my case) in the field? What sort of equipment can be purchased to do this thing without investing a fortune but getting good quality and long term filming? I thought about a wireless surveilance camera but I have not idea at all about a good brand, installation, resistance and control software and storage capacity needed. Suggestions welcome, Eric
[ECOLOG-L] Student Summer Positiona in Oregon
Ecology/ Botany Student Field Technician Positions Deschutes, Ochoco, and Fremont-Winema National Forests Based out of Bend or Silver Lake, OR The U.S. Forest Service will be 2 hiring temporary biological technicians for the 2011 field season. Positions may be based out of Bend or Silver Lake, OR. Position: Biological Technician (Plants) GS-3 or GS-4 Technician will assist with vegetation data collection on white-headed woodpecker plots and fire ecology plots from mid-June through September (dates are flexible depending on student schedule). Appropriate training will be provided. In addition to the above duties, positions may require: Doing a variety of vegetation and fuels measurements, keying unknown plant species, installing and maintaining research plots, carrying a pack with field and safety gear, hiking through rough terrain, using a GPS unit to navigate to and record field locations, using a PDA for certain types of data entry, driving Forest Service vehicles on paved and dirt roads, frequent camping, and working with others on a small field crew. There will be considerable travel, mostly camping, throughout Central Oregon and Northern California. A strong interest in botany and/or ecology is required. Must be able to work with a small field crew in a variety of physical conditions, have a positive attitude, good work ethic, and enjoy field work, hiking, and camping. Full-time positions. Dates: Mid-June through September. Dates are flexible. Location: Bend or Silver Lake, OR. Housing is not provided. Pay: GS-3 ($11.95/hour) or GS-4 ($13.41/hour), for info about GS level qualifications see http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/gs0400/0404.htm STUDENT APPLICANTS You may apply as a student if you... Are accepted or enrolled as a degree-seeking student, are enrolled at least half time in the spring of 2010 and planning to enroll at least half time for the fall of 2010, are in good academic standing. Submit (1) a cover letter, (2) transcripts, and (3) a complete resume which includes exact dates of employment, employer name and address, supervisor name and phone number, detailed description of your duties, your available dates (from and to), and location/GS level(s) you’d like to apply for. Send to: Elizabeth Johnson, Deschutes National Forest, 1001 SW Emkay Drive, Bend, OR 97702. For full consideration, submit your application by March 7 Contact: Elizabeth Johnson, Deschutes National Forest, 1001 SW Emkay Drive, Bend, OR 97702, 541-383-5427, elizabethjohn...@fs.fed.us
[ECOLOG-L] Position announcement: Fire Science Consortium Research Associate
*POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT – PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY* *Research Associate/Project Coordinator * The Eastern Tallgrass Prairie and Oak Savanna Fire Science Consortium is seeking a full-time, temporary Research Associate/Project Coordinator (RA) to conduct preliminary work that will determine specific Consortium activities. The Consortium is funded by the Joint Fire Science Program ( http://www.firescience.gov/index.cfm) for the purpose of enhancing fire science development and information exchange among researchers and land managers in southern Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan, northern Illinois and Missouri, and Iowa. Consortium activities will be structured to meet the specific needs of stakeholders within this region. This position is an exciting opportunity to be involved in foundational work that will facilitate regional collaborations among fire science researchers and land managers. The final product from this position will be a grant proposal detailing the identified regional fire science needs and proposed activities to meet those needs. The RA will be supported by a part-time project assistant. Specific duties: - In collaboration with the UW Survey Center and other Consortia partners, design, implement, and analyze results from a robust survey of land management practitioners regarding existing capabilities and needs; synthesize results to guide Consortium structure and activities - Assess current regional methods and capacity for evaluating fire management effectiveness - Identify potential for developing a regional framework for adaptive fire management - Identify existing and potential demonstration sites for fire management questions - Develop guidelines for a regional fire science seed grant program including guidelines, application process and evaluation - Determine opportunities to partner with existing regional conferences - Identify existing and potential regional training opportunities for land managers - Solicit stakeholder input to design the structure and content of an online knowledge bank - Identify members of the Consortium advisory board and determine roles & responsibilities of the board - Assist with development of Wisconsin Fire Needs Assessment protocol - Synthesize results from all duties into a detailed funding proposal This position may be available as early as 20 March, 2011. Actual start date is negotiable. Funding is guaranteed for at least 6.5 months, with potential for extension. Position is contingent on the transfer of funds. This project will be housed at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. *University: *The University of Wisconsin -Madison is one of the major research universities in the United States (www.wisc.edu). It ranks 2nd in research expenditures among all U.S. universities and first among public universities. Total student enrollment is 41,500, out of which 8,800 are graduate students. Employees include 2,000 faculty. UW-Madison has a long history of excellence in land management, ecology and conservation biology. *Town:* Madison, Wisconsin consistently ranks as one of the best places in the United States to live, work, and study. It is Wisconsin's capital city, with a vibrant population of approximately 300,000 that combines small town charm with a nice variety of leisure and cultural opportunities. For more information on campus and town see http://www.wisc.edu/about/location.php *Qualifications:* Graduate degree (MS, PhD) in ecology, forestry, conservation biology, or other related discipline is required. Outstanding applicants with a BS degree will be considered if substantial relevant experience can be shown. - Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills - Knowledge of fire management and fire ecology in prairie/savanna ecosystems - Experience with prescribed fire or fire suppression tactics - Experience working with land management agencies - Ability to organize and facilitate meetings with land managers - A high level of self-motivation, including ability to set goals and accomplish tasks, is essential - Ability to work well independently and to communicate effectively with a team of PIs that includes academic, agency and NGO partners - Experience with, or interest in learning, html and website development - Successful grant-writing experience desirable - Familiarity with or willingness to learn database software such as MS Access required - Valid driver’s license A personal vehicle is required, as some travel within the consortium region will be necessary (travel expenses and mileage will be reimbursed). Use of University vehicles may be possible depending on availability. Preference will be given to candidates with a combination of fire-related land management and research experience. Salary will be offered commensurate with experience; University health benefits (medical, dental, vision) are included. *Application Process:* Applications will be reviewed upon rece
[ECOLOG-L] REU opportunity studying effects of hydrologic remediation of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill on baldcypress swamps
A Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position is available at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) for the summer of 2011. The REU will participate in field research studying the effects of hydrologic remediation to counteract the effects of the oil spill as part of a NSF RAPID project directed by Drs. Brian Roberts (LUMCON) and Beth Middleton (U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetlands Research Center). Field research will be conducted in long-term research sites in Texas, Louisiana and Florida on ecosystem processes related to elevation, production, decomposition and greenhouse gas emission rates. In addition to gaining experience by assisting in a variety of project activities, the REU will identify a research question, develop and orally present a research proposal, conduct their proposed independent research project, and gain experience in science communication by presenting results of their project in a manuscript-style research paper and orally at a laboratory-wide research symposium. LUMCON is a NSF-funded REU site (more info about the program can be found at www.lumcon.edu/REU) and the REU selected for this position will have the opportunity to participate in the REU program activities and interact with other peers participating in other aspects of LUMCONs summer field program while in residence at the Marine Center in Cocodrie, LA. Candidates must be available for the ten week period beginning June 4th and ending August 12th. We will provide a $500/week stipend for ten weeks, room and board at the Marine Center, and support for their research. The ideal candidate should be interested in pursuing a career in ecology, creative, hard-working, detail orientated, dedicated, and comfortable working as part of research team. Students from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested students are encouraged to apply by March 1, 2011 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Eligible candidates must be current undergraduate students and citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. To be eligible you must be returning to an undergraduate degree program in the fall (e.g., if you will graduate in May or June, you are NOT eligible). Applications should include: copy of unofficial transcripts, contact information for two academic references, CV/resume, and a one page statement that describes your interest in the REU position, academic goals, and any previous research experience. Please confirm in your statement that you meet each eligibility requirement above (e.g., currently enrolled undergraduate, US citizen or permanent resident, available for the entire 10 week period). Applications should be sent to Dr. Brian Roberts at brobe...@lumcon.edu. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] On-site monitor camera in bromeliads
I used this with moderate success last summer to monitor pollinator activity. http://www.amazon.com/Wingscapes-WSCA04-Timelapse-Outdoor-PlantCam/dp/B002M2TLLI Wingscapes WSCA04 Timelapse Outdoor PlantCam
[ECOLOG-L] Calling all reptile and amphibian student photographers!
Calling all reptile and amphibian student photographers! The Herpetologists’ League Graduate Student Committee is now accepting photographs of amphibians and reptiles for the 2012 calendar. The proceeds of this calendar will help fund the E.E. Williams Research Grant which was started in 2009 and funds up to five graduate students in the fields of behavior, conservation, ecology, physiology, and morphology/systematics. Entries are limited to student members of the Herpetologists’ League (please go to http://www.herpetologistsleague.org if you are interested in joining). This membership entitles individuals to the journals Herpetologica and Herpetological Monographs, the discounted student rate for the Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists meetings, and eligibility for the E.E. Williams Research Grants and HL Graduate Research Award. To submit photographs: Please limit the number of submitted photographs to 2 per person. Images should be oriented as landscape rather than portrait. Chosen photographs must be of high quality (at least 300 dpi). Judges will be looking for the following components in the photographs: • Aesthetically pleasing • Diverse representation of herps (snakes and salamanders were the most commonly submitted in last year’s competition) • Natural setting Along with each photograph, a short natural history note (approximately 100 words) must be included with the following: • Name of organism (please supply both common and scientific name) • Location of organism • Interesting information (diet, behaviors, habitat, human interactions, etc.) Please include a sentence or two about yourself, including your school and focus of study. Each photograph submitted must be accompanied by a release form (please contact for form). Entries are due by March 20th, 2011. Please submit photographs to lorin...@gmail.com (subject line “HL Photographs) or mail them (on CD) to: Lori Neuman-Lee Utah State University Department of Biology 5305 Old Main Hill Logan, UT 84322 -- Lori Neuman-Lee Utah State University, PhD student Eastern Illinois University, M.S. 2010 Iowa State University, B.S. Biology 2007 Iowa State University, B.S. English 2008 lorin...@gmail.com http://sites.google.com/site/lorineumanlee/
[ECOLOG-L] Teaching and Research Fellow - Biogeochemistry : Australia, Sydney
Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Reference No. 003/0111 * Growing faculty with close collaborators * Working with experts in the field of biogeochemistry * Range of field stations and long-term research sites The University of Sydney is Australia's premier University with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence, and employs over 6,800 permanent staff supporting over 46,000 students. Our faculty has established strengths in soil science, plant pathology, plant breeding (including legumes), precision agriculture, spatial information systems, agroforestry, agricultural and resource economics, and physiological ecology of terrestrial ecosystems. Further information on the faculty and its academic programs is available at sydney.edu.au/agriculture We are looking to appoint a recent PhD graduate to fill a position focused on biogeochemistry of natural and agricultural ecosystems. You will work closely with Dr Feike Dijkstra, who was recently been awarded an ARC Future Fellowship. You are likely to have a strong background in C and N processes in soils and in the use of stable isotopes to study those processes. Experience with conducting field and growth chamber experiments, and knowledge of relevant molecular techniques will also be highly regarded. You will interact with other Sydney researchers (including Dr Claudia Keitel, Dr Margaret Barbour, Professor Mark Adams) and outside organisations and will be expected to spend about 40% of your time on teaching. Essential selection criteria for appointment at Level A are: a PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field; demonstrated research capacity in biogeochemical processes in soils; demonstrated aptitude for teaching; clear communication skills; and a valid driver's licence. Desirable selection criteria include: a proven track record in C and N processes in soils; evidence of ability to publish research output; evidence of skills in application of stable isotopes; and evidence of ability to develop research proposals. The position is full-time fixed term for two years subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Further offers of up to 12 months will be subject to funding, need and performance. Some relocation cost support will be provided and visa sponsorship will be available for the successful appointee if required. Remuneration package: $88K p.a. (including base salary at level A Step 6, plus leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation). All applications must be submitted online. Visit www.sydney.edu.au/positions and search the reference number for more information and to apply. CLOSING DATE: 15 March 2011 (11:30PM Sydney time) The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. FEIKE A DIJKSTRA | Senior Lecturer Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Level 4, Biomedical Building (C81), 1 Central Ave, Australian Technology Park | Eveleigh | NSW | 2015 T +61 2 8627 1059 | F +61 2 8627 1099 E feike.dijks...@sydney.edu.au | W http://sydney.edu.au/agriculture/staff/find_staff_member/staff_profiles/ feike_dijkstra.shtml
