[ECOLOG-L] Job: Endangered Species Program Vacancies (Suffolk County, New York)
Endangered Species Program Vacancies Suffolk County Department of Parks is currently accepting applications for seasonal openings in its endangered species protection program for the 2012 season. The position involves helping to manage nesting shorebirds (piping plovers and least terns) at seventeen sites throughout Suffolk County. While this job is anything but a “day at the beach,” the candidates will gain an intimate knowledge of bird behavior and of the unique management issues their presence creates. The ideal candidates: * Have an interest and/or coursework in ornithology, ecology, and natural resources * Are able to meet the physical demands of the job: walking miles on the beach, carrying heavy fencing materials, digging trenches; all in typical summer weather * Must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with others under stressful conditions * Must be willing to work long, flexible hours (including weekends amp; holidays) * Have an ability to interact professionally with the general public * Must be meticulous and concise in recording data * Have a valid driver’s license (often required to drive 2-3 hours a day to visit sites) This position pays $8.55/hour, up to 35 hours/week; housing may be available, indicate your interest. Use of your personal vehicle may be required, mileage reimbursement applies. There is no application, send resumes to: Diana Sanford Email: diana.sanf...@suffolkcountyny.gov FAX: 631.854.0974 APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 9, 2012 CONTACT: Emily Lauri (631) 854-4980
[ECOLOG-L] summer undergraduate employment opportunity at USGS
Job Announcement: Wetland Biogeochemist/Geomorphologist Research Technician -- Reston VA Looking to be part of a research team working in the Chesapeake Bay watershed? Looking for experience in a wide variety of ecological, biogeochemical, and geomorphic research? Looking to hone your research skills in the field and in the laboratory? The Wetland Ecosystem Ecology Biogeochemistry Lab of the US Geological Survey is hiring a full-time, temporary technician to be a part of our team during the summer of 2012. The technician will assist with research on how sea level rise and land use change affect transport of sediment and nutrients from watersheds to estuaries. Job duties include collecting sediment core samples, managing environmental monitoring equipment, and performing surveys of river and floodplain morphology. In the laboratory, the technician will process and characterize sediment samples for a variety of parameters, including chemical analysis of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus and preparation of samples for isotope analysis. Field work will involve travel by small boat to sites in Maryland and Virginia. The position is based in Reston, Virginia at the USGS National Center. Applicants must demonstrate careful and precise laboratory practices and have completed introductory coursework in chemistry and/or geology. The applicant should be comfortable working in remote settings in hot conditions, lifting loads of 50 lbs, and traversing challenging terrain by foot. The applicant must be enrolled at least half time and have completed at least two years as undergraduate student in a degree-granting institution. Please send your resume and transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) with names of two references to Dr. Scott Ensign (sens...@usgs.gov); application must be submitted by 10 March 2012 and a successful candidate will be chosen by 1 April 2012. Applicants should be available to begin work by 1 June 2012 for a period of approximately 8 weeks. This is a GS-4 position with an hourly wage of $14.59; the position does not include health benefits.
[ECOLOG-L] Course: Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment, for practitioners
Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Course Announcement ALC3184 March 20]22, 2012 Fort Collins, Colorado April 10]12, 2012 Phoenix, Arizona June 19]21, 2012 Shepherdstown, West Virginia Course Description: This course is based on January 2011 publication Scanning the Conservation Horizon - A Guide to Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (www.nwf.org/vulnerabilityguide). The guidance document is a product of an expert workgroup on climate change vulnerability assessment convened by the National Wildlife Federation in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station, National Park Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, and the Department of Defense Legacy Resource Management Program. This course is designed to guide conservation and resource management practitioners in two essential elements in the design of climate adaptation plans. Specifically, it will provide guidance in identifying which species or habitats are likely to be most strongly affected by projected changes; and understanding why these resources are likely to be vulnerable. Vulnerability Assessments are a critical tool in undertaking any climate change planning or implementation. Target Audience: The target audience includes conservation practitioners from Federal and State fish and wildlife agencies and other conservation managers who work on natural resource issues and need to determine which resources are most vulnerable when setting priorities for conservation action. Objectives: Participants will understand how to design and interpret natural resource related climate management actions to help build resiliency and adaption. Specifically, participants completing the course will be able to: Understand vulnerability assessment in the broader context of adaptation planning, Evaluate the different factors influencing vulnerability and how they can affect the outcome of vulnerability assessments, Identify and evaluate approaches for conducting vulnerability assessments and choose among options Design a vulnerability assessment applicable to their needs, Evaluate and interpret the results of vulnerability assessments and recognize next steps, Communicate the purposes, methods, and results of vulnerability assessments to others, Develop (elements of) a vulnerability assessment workplan/statement of work, including level of effort. How to register: Registration is open to all applicants through the FWSs National Conservation Training Center. Please check https://gm2.geolearning.com/geonext/doi/login.geo for details as space availability and fees vary. The posted number of open seats is not accurate; we add students manually from the wait list. If requesting a new DOI Learn account, in the Add Reason box, type CCVA and the course location. Contact: Michelle Haynes at michelle_hay...@fws.gov (304-876-7652)
[ECOLOG-L] HYM Course 2012 - short course on Hymenoptera
We are pleased to announce the fourth offering of HYM Course (http://hymcourse.org/), scheduled for August 5–12, 2012 at Tovetorp Zoological Research Station, Sweden (http://www.zoologi.su.se/tovetorp/). The main objective of HYM Course is to provide participants with knowledge and experience in identifying parasitic and predatory wasps, sawflies, wood wasps, bees, and ants. Information on natural history is also presented, and that information is reinforced with fieldwork. Techniques used to collect, rear, preserve, and curate specimens are presented in a hands-on manner to allow participants to learn directly by doing. The course is limited to 25 participants. Financial aid is available to eligible applicants from Sweden and Norway through the Swedish Taxonomy Initiative and ForBio (Research School in Biosystematics), respectively. Please visit the HYM Course website (http://hymcourse.org/) for details, including information on how to apply, costs for taking the course, and logistics of travel to and within Sweden. Applications are due March 2, 2012. We look forward to seeing you in Sweden! Instructors, HYM Course 2012 -- Robert R. Kula, Ph.D. Systematic Entomology Laboratory, USDA Smithsonian Institution, NMNH 10th Constitution Ave. NW P.O. Box 37012 Washington, DC 20013-7012 phone: (202) 633-4558 fax: (202) 786-9422
[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Communications Coordinator, Xerces Society
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Communications Coordinator The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is seeking a Communications Coordinator. The Communications Coordinator will work under the direction of the Executive Director to develop and implement Xerces Societys communications strategy and manage the organizations external communications and media relations. The Coordinator will be based in our Portland, Oregon office. For more information visit: http://www.xerces.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/JobAnn-CommCoord5.pdf
[ECOLOG-L] Job Opportunity: Soil Monitoring Network Soil Scientist
Research Associate III-Soil Scientist Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory Colorado State University The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory (NREL) at Colorado State University is seeking a soil scientist to assist with project management of a large scale soil monitoring network. A network of permanent sample locations is being developed for long-term monitoring of soil resources in collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture. The position requires a M.S. in soil science, related field, or equivalent experience. At least two years of work experience is required in a job that included field sampling and soil classification, in addition to analytical laboratory analysis of soil samples. Experience processing plant samples is desirable, as is experience working on multiple projects and managing project teams in past positions. This position will entail frequent travel within the US, mostly during the spring and fall (typically for 1-2 weeks at a time). Position is for 12 months, with potential continuation, contingent upon available funding. Salary level is $45-50K per year depending on experience plus benefits. To apply and view a complete position description, please visit: http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/employment-opportunities.html. Application deadline is February 24, 2012. For further information, contact Stephen Ogle at 970-491-7662 or Karolien Denef at 970-491-5580. Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates. CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Apply for the Innovations in American Government Awards
Apply for the Innovations in American Government Awards Applications are now being accepted for the $100,000 Innovations in American Government Award. Offered by the Harvard Kennedy Schools Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, the Innovations Award is heralded as the nations premier award for the public sector. It recognizes programs that demonstrate creative and effective government at its best. This year, the Centers Innovations Program will also continue to identify and promote promising government efforts and partnerships through the Bright Ideas program. All units of government federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial from all policy areas are eligible to apply for recognition. The top winner of the Innovations in American Government Award will receive a $100,000 grant to support replication and dissemination activities. Top finalists will also receive monetary grants. Applications and additional information for both initiatives are available at http://www.innovationsaward.harvard.edu/www.innovationsaward.harvard.edu APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON MARCH 1, 2012
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship in Forest Ecology
Graduate Research Assistantship in Forest Ecology I seek a student of ecology to fill a MS GRA position in forest ecology to research the consequences of abrupt canopy tree mortality on forest succession in upland oak forests. Old-growth oak stands suffered unusual total canopy mortality in 2008 that killed nearly 70 ha of forest in several stands surrounded by hundreds of ha of apparently healthy forests. We have extensive measurements of the herbaceous and woody plants in these stands before and after canopy death. Further study and re-measurement is warranted to determine effects on forest succession and biogeochemical cycles. Will these dead stands recover to forest or change to grassland? If the forest recovers, will it have the same composition as the original forest. How will N and C pools and cycles change due to the sudden death. As these stands are frequently prescribe-burned we would like to know the effects of fire on recovery from the sudden canopy death. Increasing drought due to global change may lead to more abrupt forest death and more openings. This study will provide new knowledge about the consequences of sudden forest canopy death. The successful candidate will have considerable leeway to design a high quality project. The MS Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) stipend will be $15,500 per year. The GRA will begin in August 2012 and will be renewed for two years provided satisfactory progress in the project. GRAs are offered with tuition waivers and health insurance. Please contact: Steve Hallgren, Oklahoma State University, 405-744-6805, steve.hallg...@okstate.edumailto:steve.hallg...@okstate.edu Steve Hallgren 022 Ag Hall Natural Resource Ecology and Management Oklahoma State University Stillwater, OK 74078 office: 405-744-6805 FAX: 405-744-3530
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Research Assitants-5
RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS USDA Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station The Positions: -Research assistants for lab work and field work will be available working with pinyon-juniper ecology, invasive species, and fire ecology studies. -Work includes collecting field data, laboratory processing of collected materials and data entry. Hours: Full time (40 hrs/wk) from June 1 until classes resume in mid to late August. One position will be available starting early May and running into mid September. -Pay: $11.95 - $15.00/hr depending on education and experience. -The positions is open to students and non-students Qualifications: -Ability to do strenuous activity outdoors under all weather conditions -Interest in working with plants and soils. -Familiarity with plant and soil lab processing techniques (training provided). -Computer skills, especially MS Excel. -Send Cover letter, Resume, Contact information for three references and transcripts (Unofficial-OK) to David Board Contact: David Board, Ecologist dbo...@fs.fed.us Forest Service, RMRS 920 Valley Rd., Rm. 5 Reno, NV 89512 775.784.5329
[ECOLOG-L] PhD Opportunity - South Dakota State University
Graduate Research Assistant Opportunity - South Dakota State University I am recruiting for a PhD student team member in a research project to investigate the efficacy of various methods of mid-contract CRP management to improve brood habitat for upland gamebirds, specifically ring-necked pheasants. We will be focusing on insect production as a function of grassland management and using human-imprinted pheasant chicks to provide insight into food selection vs. availability in experimentally treated grassland blocks. I am searching for an individual that has familiarity with agricultural practices and is also familiar with upland gamebird ecology. Other necessary skills include knowledge of vegetation and invertebrate sampling, statistical analysis protocols, and GPS/GIS technology. Previous experience with animal husbandry is desirable. Housing provided while in the field. The project is funded by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks and will require coordination and reporting of research activities to SDGFP. The candidate will be expected to present research results at professional conferences, prepare agency and permit reports, and develop research publications. Graduate research assistantship stipends are $21,000 (PhD) per year with a waiver that reduces tuition to 1/3 of in-state rates. Information concerning the Department of Natural Resource Management at SDSU can be found at: http://www.sdstate.edu/nrm/index.cfm Qualifications: M.S. in wildlife ecology/management completed before 1 July 2012. I am seeking students with excellent academic backgrounds (GPA 3.0) and competitive GRE scores. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and be able to physically endure the demands of fieldwork in weather extremes from very hot to extreme cold. Applicants will be expected to coordinate work with technicians and work independently with minimal supervision. I am searching for individuals that have a pleasant demeanor, are self-motivated, and that have the ability to work independently and as part of a research and academic team. Students with substantial field experience are strongly preferred. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, unofficial GRE scores, names and contact information of three references, and a brief statement of interest to: K.C. Jensen Department of Natural Resource Management South Dakota State University SNP 138, Box 2140B Brookings, SD 57007 (605-688-4781)kent.jen...@sdstate.edu
