[ECOLOG-L] AGU Session on Impacts of Extreme Climate Events and Disturbances on Carbon Dynamics
Hi All, I would like to bring our AGU session to your attention. Shuguang (Leo) Liu and I are convening a session on the impacts of extreme climate events (e.g., drought, heat waves, spring freeze) and disturbance (e.g., fire, hurricane, insect outbreaks, and harvesting) on carbon dynamics again at the AGU Fall Meeting (San Francisco, CA, Dec 3-7, 2012). Our session at the 2011 AGU meeting was very successful. If you have been recently conducting research on this topic, please consider to submit an abstract to our session. The abstract submission will close by August 8, 2012. Below is a brief description for our session: B031: Impacts of Extreme Climate Events and Disturbances on Carbon Dynamics Sponsor: Biogeosciences (B) Conveners: Jingfeng Xiao, Shuguang (Leo) Liu Extreme climate events (e.g., drought, heat and cold waves) and disturbances (e.g., fire, hurricane, and insect outbreaks) substantially affect carbon cycle processes. However, their impacts on terrestrial carbon dynamics over landscapes, regions, and continents are not well understood. We invite submissions that investigate and quantify the impacts of extreme climate events and disturbances on the terrestrial carbon dynamics over various spatial and temporal scales using observations (e.g., eddy covariance flux measurements, and national inventories), remote sensing, state-of-the-art modeling approaches (e.g., ecosystem models, upscaling methods), and model- data fusion techniques. Please feel free to contact me (j.x...@unh.edu) or Leo (s...@usgs.gov) if you have any questions and to forward this message to your colleagues, students, and post-docs who might be interested in contributing to this session. I look forward to seeing you at AGU. Jingfeng -- Jingfeng Xiao, PhD Research Assistant Professor Earth Systems Research Center (formerly Complex Systems Research Center) Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space University of New Hampshire 449 Morse Hall, 8 College Road Durham, NH 03824 Email: j.x...@unh.edu http://www.eos.sr.unh.edu/Faculty/Xiao http://pubpages.unh.edu/~jqs5/ Tel: (603) 862-1873; Fax: (603) 862-0188 Science Definition Team (SDT) member of NASA's Carbon Monitoring System (CMS): http://carbon.nasa.gov
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Subject: Triumph of Fantasy over Science
Hello Rob, Thank you for sharing your ideas. With a subject like like economics I bet it is hard to find a way to make it accessible to people like me, those who have been taught Neoclassical Economics through out their schooling, but always felt like the theories were incomplete. Using Fantasy verses Science camp is one way of framing these two different concepts, and I can tell the tone of the piece is very tongue in cheek. However, maybe you should consider using a term a bit more neutral than Fantasy Camp. I agree with your ideas, but find the delivery to be (perhaps unintentionally) aggressive. As someone who speaks with people on both sides about climate change and ecology, I would love to have this information presented in a form that I could bring to people from all sides of the debate. Keep doing your good work. Thanks, Katie Rose Date:Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:49:27 -0400 From:=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Rob_Dietz?= rob_di...@steadystate.org Subject: Triumph of Fantasy over Science I have posted part one of a two-part essay on why neoclassical economics continues to dominate ecological economics on campus, in the boardroom, a= nd in the halls of government (despite the fact that ecological economics ha= s a much stronger foundation of logic and scientific rigor). In part one, I focus on why we find ourselves stuck in an economic framework that undermines ecological systems. In part two, I'll turn to how to get out = of this mess. http://steadystate.org/fantasy-over-science-part-1/ Thanks -- see you at the ESA conference in Portland, Rob Editor, Daly News
[ECOLOG-L] Field technician positions, Longleaf Pine Understory
Position Opening: Field Technician position: Longleaf pine restoration The Savannah River Site, South Carolina We seek to fill two field technician positions for a large- scale experiment on the restoration of longleaf pine plant communities in the Southeastern United States. Primary job duties will include field, laboratory, and office tasks required for experimental studies of plant community restoration and plant-animal interactions. The positions will begin in mid- to late September, 2012 and will last for 3-6 months. Pay rate will be $10 per hour. The technician will work at the Savannah River Site, live in a town near the site (Aiken or New Ellenton, SC, or Augusta, GA), and will join a team of two principal investigators (John Orrock at The University of Wisconsin-Madison and Lars Brudvig at Michigan State University) and a Lead Technician (Joe Ledvina, Michigan State University). Housing is not provided, but low cost options are plentiful. Successful candidates will have some background in ecology, biology, or a related discipline. All applicants must be able to endure hot, humid conditions and long hours in the field. Previous field research experience is required. Botanical experience or experience live-trapping small mammals is desirable, but not required. Michigan State University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. *Because the research site is a highly secure area run by the federal government, non- United States citizens may have difficulty gaining clearance to work there. To apply, please email a CV or resume and letter describing past experience, why this position is interesting or important to you, dates of availability, and contact information with email addresses for two references to Joe Ledvina: remnant@gmail.com. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Applications submitted after August 24, 2012 will not be considered.
[ECOLOG-L] Project Based Learning and Ecology???
Dear friends, I am using the PBL method with school teachers to discuss about alternative methods of learning ecology. The idea is to show some project ideas to teachers and they use some of them with the kids. I am using the same approach to teach Conservation Biology for undergrad Biology students. I would like to share some ideas with people using PBL to teach kids or undergrad students. Thanks !!! Voltolini Prof. Dr. J. C. VOLTOLINI Grupo de Pesquisa e Ensino em Biologia da Conservação - ECOTROP Universidade de Taubaté, Departamento de Biologia Taubaté, SP. 12030-010. E-Mail: jcvol...@uol.com.br * Grupo de pesquisa ECOTROP CNPq: http://dgp.cnpq.br/buscaoperacional/detalhepesq.jsp?pesq=8137155809735635 * Currículo Lattes: http://lattes.cnpq.br/8137155809735635 * Fotos de Cursos e Projetos no Orkut e Facebook: http://www.orkut.com.br/Main#Profile?uid=17608429643840608483 http://www.facebook.com/VoltoliniJC?v=info Siamo tutti angeli con un'ala e possiamo volare soltanto se ciabbracciamo
[ECOLOG-L] ornithologists/birders - advice please
Hello - I am the director of La MICA Biological Station (http://www.lamica.org/) located in central Panama. We have a local person, Santana, who is an amazing birder. He worked with George Angehr several years ago as a local guide and since then has been really interested in birds. He still has the book and binoculars that Angehr left him and for the last 15 or so years has been documenting, recording, and looking for birds. For the past several years he has worked as the janitor at our school so he can support his 2 kids. He makes about $200-$250 a month at the school. We rarely can hire him as a guide because he is only available on the weekends, but I had a group this past week that utilized him as a guide because he had the week off. Santana is simply incredible. He has personally documented 375 species (www.lamica.org/species.html) locally and learned the calls, plus memorized the whole book so he instantly shows a guest the picture and common name in English. Furthermore, he has taught himself how to type and keep good notes. Obviously Santana would be a huge asset to La MICA as a guide. If we could match his earnings at the school he would immediately become a naturalist for us, available to guide tour for guests, help students, or collect data (he also knows the frogs and many of the other local plants and animals) when we have no visitors. He leaving the school would open that position up for someone who does not have additional skills like Santana does. I have been thinking about this for the past couple of days and wondering how we may be able to secure the $2500-$3000 a year to hire him on a baseline salary. I wonder if any organizations may be interested in funding such a project (perhaps in exchange for free guide when visiting). Could some organization benefit from the data he could collect and would be willing to help with the wages in exchange for the opportunity to help him publish his data? Perhaps you know of someone who may be better suited to provide suggestions. Obviously we are not talking about a huge amount of money so even a few small contributions (www.lamica.org/Donate.html) would accummulate quickly and reach the goal. I very much welcome any suggestions or ideas! Thank you!! Julie Julie M. Ray, MSc, PhD Director La MICA Biological Station Fundación Centro de Investigación Biológica El Copé, S.A. (Panama) El Cope-La Pintada. Provincia de Cocle. Republica de Panama Panama telephone: [011-507]-6707-8900 US Address: Julie Ray, 12458 132nd Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 http//www.lamica.org la.m...@yahoo.com
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship in Root Ecology – Appl ication of Ground-Penetrating Radar
A graduate research assistantship is available starting fall semester 2012 or spring semester 2013. The project involves cutting edge application of ground-penetrating radar to quantify root biomass and spatial distribution of roots. The research will be conducted at the Blackwater Ecologic Preserve in Virginia and at two sites in Florida (Kennedy Space Center and the Disney Wilderness Preserve). A doctoral student is preferred but a master’s student will be considered. Applicants should have strong data management and computer skills as well as a background in plant ecology. Successful applicants would develop their master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation around the research. The financial aid package is $22,000 per year plus full tuition waiver for a doctoral student. If interested, submit a resume with cover letter (include GPA and GRE scores) to Dr. Frank P. Day, Professor and Eminent Scholar, Department of Biological Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529 (f...@odu.edumailto:f...@odu.edu). Old Dominion University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986
[ECOLOG-L] Remote sensing and Dendrochronology PhD student search
Remote sensing and Dendrochronology (PhD) The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science seeks a motivated PhD student to study the influence of changes in growing season length on the productivity of forest trees in the eastern United States. The student will join a team of ecologists to integrate multi-scale remotely sensed imagery of forest phenology and structure with tree-ring width and isotopic measurements. This is an ideal project for an individual interested in applying biogeochemical tools at landscape scales. In addition to evidence of curiosity and problem solving, the most competitive applications will highlight past experience, or evidence for rapid skill development, in spatial analysis, LiDAR and VisNIR remote sensing, computer programming, and/or tree-ring analysis. The project is based at the Appalachian Laboratory (www.umces.edu/al) in Frostburg, Maryland with Drs. Andrew Elmore and David Nelson. The student will have access to the labs excellent research, computing, and teaching facilities, including a state-of-the-art stable isotope lab (http://casif.al.umces.edu/). Student support has been secured through a grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The student will matriculate through the Marine, Estuarine, and Environmental Sciences Program (MEES) at the University of Maryland, College Park. To apply, please e-mail a single PDF document that includes: (1) a statement of interest, (2) a CV (including GPA and GRE scores), and (3) contact information for three references to aelm...@umces.edu. The position is available immediately; review of applications will continue until the position is filled. This ad will be posted at http://www.al.umces.edu/about/employment.htm until the position is filled. UMCES is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Project Based Learning and Ecology???
Hi, You might want to talk with Walter Poleman at UVM ( http://www.uvm.edu/rsenr/faculty-staff/walter-poleman) and look into the LANDS program that UVM runs (http://www.uvm.edu/~conserve/lands_website/), usually with the oversight of a graduate student in the Field Naturalist program (http://www.uvm.edu/~fntrlst/). All of those are project based, service learning style programs, and Walt is especially focused on that approach. Neahga Leonard On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 12:07 AM, VOLTOLINI jcvol...@uol.com.br wrote: Dear friends, I am using the PBL method with school teachers to discuss about alternative methods of learning ecology. The idea is to show some project ideas to teachers and they use some of them with the kids. I am using the same approach to teach Conservation Biology for undergrad Biology students. I would like to share some ideas with people using PBL to teach kids or undergrad students. Thanks !!! Voltolini Prof. Dr. J. C. VOLTOLINI Grupo de Pesquisa e Ensino em Biologia da Conservação - ECOTROP Universidade de Taubaté, Departamento de Biologia Taubaté, SP. 12030-010. E-Mail: jcvol...@uol.com.br * Grupo de pesquisa ECOTROP CNPq: http://dgp.cnpq.br/buscaoperacional/detalhepesq.jsp?pesq=8137155809735635 * Currículo Lattes: http://lattes.cnpq.br/8137155809735635 * Fotos de Cursos e Projetos no Orkut e Facebook: http://www.orkut.com.br/Main#Profile?uid=17608429643840608483 http://www.facebook.com/VoltoliniJC?v=info Siamo tutti angeli con un'ala e possiamo volare soltanto se ciabbracciamo
[ECOLOG-L] Upcoming position: Invasion risk of non-native plants (MS or PhD)
As part of my faculty duties I oversee the IFAS Assessment of Non-native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas at the University of Florida. We will be advertising a new position with the program soon, hopefully within the next month. A brief job description is below. I will be at the ESA meeting next week and would be happy to meet with anyone who is seriously interested in the position. Again, this position is not yet open but should be soon. S. Luke Flory fl...@ufl.edu 352-231-2376 The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Floridas Natural Areas (Assessment, plants.ifas.ufl.edu/assessment/) includes 1) the Status Assessment, used to evaluate the invasiveness of non-native species that currently occur in Floridas natural areas, 2) the Infraspecific Taxon Protocol, used to evaluate the invasive potential of horticultural selections and cultivars, and 3) the Predictive Tool, used to determine the potential invasiveness of species that are not currently found in Florida but are proposed for introduction (e.g., for biomass crop, ornamental, etc.). The employee will implement the Assessment with minimal supervision. They will collect information on non-native plant species from biologists and land managers throughout Florida, conduct comprehensive literature reviews, compile and analyze data, and produce written reports and oral presentations. They will also oversee maintenance of a database containing more than 700 non-native species that occur in Floridas natural areas and will collaborate with the Florida Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services (FDACS) on assessing potential bioenergy crops. The employee will also assist with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, writing extension fact sheets, producing peer-reviewed publications, and conducting presentations at conferences and in university classes. Depending on areas of interest and time available, the employee may also participate in empirical research on the ecology of invasive plants. The successful applicant will be highly organized and self-motivated, and will possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Also desirable is a strong interest and significant experience in invasion ecology and in determining the invasion risk of non-native plants. Candidates should have a M.Sc. in ecology, environmental science, biology, or a related field and preferably one or more years of experience with non-native invasive plants, or a Ph.D. Experience with MS Access and web site maintenance is a plus. The position is administered through the UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants (plants.ifas.ufl.edu/), located immediately northwest of Gainesville, FL, but the employee will be housed on the main campus. Expected salary: ~$55,000/yr with full benefits Contact: S. Luke Flory, fl...@ufl.edu, 352-231-2376
[ECOLOG-L] Climate Deniers Discussion
Hello all, I am a web journalist at ESSIC and we plan to write an article for the site on the issue of climate change. With the various extreme weather conditions across the United States, and the debate on the ECOLOG listserv under the email subject Confronting climate deniers on college campuses - EOS Forum, we decided not only to bring up the issue of climate change, but to ask you all your views on the issue. What we would like to know is: do you feel recent events reinforce existing data or monitoring processes that suggest climate change is occurring or is the recent extreme conditions random or cyclical events unrelated to a larger trend. ***If you already made comments about this topic on the ECOLOG listserv's climate deniers debate, please let us know if we can include your comments made in the emails as part of the article.*** We at the ESSIC Journalism Office appreciate any and all feedback on this issue. (We also have a series on the ESSIC site which compiles articles covering climate change from news organizations such as Science Daily and Environmental News Network. Feel free to take a look: http://essic.umd.edu/joom2/index.php/current-news/news-highlights/1108-climate-change-weekly-roundup-073012 http://essic.umd.edu/joom2/index.php/current-news/news-highlights/1099-climate-change-weekly-roundup-072312 http://essic.umd.edu/joom2/index.php/current-news/news-highlights/1095-climate-change-weekly-roundup-071612) Thank you! -- Lauren McLendon / ESSIC Web Journalist Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center Voice: 301-405-0468 / Fax: 301-405-8468 Email: lau...@essic.umd.edu / n...@essic.umd.edu (University of Maryland Class of 2014) Find us on FaceBook: http://facebook.com/ESSICUMD Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ESSICUMD
[ECOLOG-L] Rebanks Family Chair in Pollinator Conservation
The Rebanks Family Chair in Pollinator Conservation The School of Environmental Sciences (SES) at the University of Guelph seeks applications from leaders in the field of pollinator conservation for a newly created endowed chair. The successful candidate will be a recognized champion in the welfare and conservation of pollinators and will be expected to create a globally recognized program in pollinator conservation. The Chair will be expected to lead the development of Canada’s first national roundtable on the risks to native and managed pollinators and their conservation, thereby becoming a key voice in the evolution of public policy that influences the conservation of pollinators at municipal, provincial, national and international levels ; create new knowledge and build partnerships that will contribute to the development of effective and practical approaches to ameliorating human impacts on pollinators; establish and lead a multi-disciplinary research program on conservation of pollinators in agricultural and rural-urban ecosystems; create an expert advisory group to guide outreach and research program strategies, raising public awareness of our dependence on pollinators as a fundamental component of food production and ecosystem health; develop and implement a comprehensive communications and outreach strategy; and, contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in SES. The Chair will play an important leadership role in the SES and the University of Guelph. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in conservation biology, ecology, entomology, or related fields and will be a leader in pollinator conservation with demonstrated experience and a proven desire to engage with the public, government, NGOs and industrial stakeholders. He or she will have a strong and sustained record of excellence in research and academic publications on topics that may include the ecosystem services provided by native and managed pollinators, and the extinction risks to and conservation strategies for important pollinator species. The successful candidate will be expected to complement, but not duplicate, existing strengths in honey bee research at the University of Guelph. He or she will also have a strong record of teaching including the training of graduate students and post-doctoral fellows, supporting their career advancement in academia, government, industry and conservation organizations. The successful candidate will be eligible for a tenured appointment at the Associate or full Professor level. SES is one of six academic units of the renowned Ontario Agricultural College (OAC). As a founding college of the University of Guelph, OAC has a long history of expertise in teaching, research and outreach in agricultural and environmental sciences including globally recognized programs in beneficial insect culture and management, and sustainable agricultural production systems. SES faculty members conduct research on applied problems that deal with the human impact on our physical and living environment. The school has about 40 faculty, 150 graduate students and 50 post-doctoral fellows and staff. More information can be found at www.uoguelph.ca/ses. The deadline for applications is September 1, 2012 though the competition will remain open until suitable applicants can be identified. The nominal starting date is January 1, 2013. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications. Please send curriculum vitae, vision statement for the position and contact information for three references to: Jo‐Anne Scarrow Secretary to the Director School of Environmental Sciences University of Guelph Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 jscar...@uoguelph.ca The University of Guelph is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs, supports diversity in its teaching, learning and work environments, and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of the University community are encouraged to apply. -- Jonathan Newman Professor Director, School of Environmental Sciences Before noon: Bovey 1106; Afternoon: Alexander Hall 264 tel. +1 519 824 4120 ext. 52147; email: jonathan.new...@uoguelph.ca http://www.uoguelph.ca/~jnewma01 http://www.ses.uoguelph.ca/ Jo-Anne Scarrow Secretary to the Director, School of Environmental Sciences Before noon: Bovey 1107; Afternoon: Alexander Hall 264 tel. +1 519 824 4120 ext. 52661; email: jscar...@uoguelph.ca It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it. –Lena Horne
[ECOLOG-L] dragonfly migration
DRAGONFLIES Help Untangle the Mysteries of Migration One August, a couple of years ago, friends came back from trips to Oregon's coast with the same question: What's up with all those dragonflies? They'd all noticed that the air over the beaches was full of thousands of red-colored dragonflies. The answer to their question was migration, variegated meadowhawks following the coast as they headed south for the winter. Most people are surprised at the idea of dragonflies migrating. Darting around their local pond, yes, but trekking hundreds or thousands of miles each year? But the common green darner and wandering glider migrate as far as the monarch butterfly, and the black saddlebags, variegated meadowhawk, and spot-winged glider also travel significant distances. Millions of dragonflies journey between Canada, the United States, and Mexico each year. Naturalists have noted these migrations since the nineteenth century, as huge numbers of dragonflies can be seen flying south in the fall along both coasts and through the Midwest, but remarkably little is known about them. The northward return in spring is even more mysterious, because the dragonflies are less concentrated and more dispersed across the landscape. To help fill the knowledge gap, the Xerces Society joined with several other organizations across North America to found the http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001PQrpfOuPFT-4jouOmBnvUm5gx_YdJAD_Xyu7b-Cpl82EFJcBUKblmQ8mtc3cAT8a8BnswfMrWtWK6W_O7hwG18-EEajyAHbauugzKdvWXLQjWd3XuR0xmAK5A9Xa8ZOaVmEy_0Zp9yaxQjRqypgdxHjpS3AngBidMigratory Dragonfly Partnership. MDP partners are researching where dragonflies migrate, overwinter, and breed, and are documenting sightings of dragonflies from citizens across the continent. There are two ways to get involved and help untangle the mysteries of dragonfly migration: * This fall, Xerces Society staffers Celeste Mazzacano and Michele Blackburn, in conjunction with world-renowned dragonfly experts, will lead a series of trainings for people wanting to learn more about these migrations. At the end of the day, attendees will be able to identify migratory species and contribute data to citizen science projects of MDP. Workshops will be held in Cape May, NJ (9/15), Austin, TX (9/29), and in Ontario, Canada (date TBD). Registration for all of these is via the http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001PQrpfOuPFT9p8CNw12-n8w7gi3XLMUMNxTpzkd2rMDcVGIwCwICE3Q_NVFpy2EOsbz76jah0e9pTrn8AQT9AFFojAsoOqPkMdD-YsiM_AohXRrty38ok0NI5KULiIGFYXerces events webpage. * Watch what's happening around your local pond and report it to http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001PQrpfOuPFT9UR6VC2hBJuGLK6tYGAduBqaI6_SdEaOKn1z_6Kq4srgxucsz-SpvQeLe_FYwoz7gnG-kHDdFjqOB86DK-5_t5mu0v3yT-zZiOZICqx7CPZFjizsdXXLERUhJoKxix2ujaxFM9HW1_vMpman_OVJV9Dragonfly Pond Watch, a volunteer-based program of the MDP. No prior experience with dragonflies is needed to participate!
[ECOLOG-L] bayesian modeling tutorials or workshops
Hi all, I'm looking for tutorials, workshops, or books on learning Bayesian modeling, particularly as regards species distributions. Can provide recommendations? Many thanks, Lynnette -- L. Lynnette Dornak Ph.D. Candidate Dept. of Geography University of Kansas
[ECOLOG-L] Job: desert tortoise research technician
Desert Tortoise Research Technician, U.S. Geological Survey (GG-0404-05) Job Description: The U.S. Geological Survey is recruiting field technicians to assist with research projects investigating Desert Tortoise (G. agassizii) ecology, physiology, and disease dynamics. We are based out of Henderson, NV, but field work will take place throughout the Mojave Desert ecosystem. Duties include: · using radio telemetry to monitor tortoise movement patterns and behaviors · searching for unmarked tortoises to add to ongoing studies · attaching and removing radio transmitters and proximity loggers · collecting blood samples and morphological measurements · conducting health assessments · assisting with annual and perennial vegetation surveys to characterize habitat types · mentoring SCA interns · data entry, organization, and QA/QC · assisting with the day-to-day operations of field research (including purchasing supplies basic vehicle maintenance) Data collected will be used to monitor tortoise population trends, movement patterns, site fidelity, and home ranges characteristics, as well as aid in the understanding of how habitat and environmental parameters influence health, gene expression, the incidence transmission of disease, and genetic diversity. We are seeking applicants that are in good physical condition and capable of hiking over rugged terrain, often in extreme environmental conditions. Applicants must be able to work well both independently and as part of a team. A positive attitude, flexibility, attention to detail, interest in ecological research, and the ability to strictly follow data collection protocols are also musts. Experience with handheld GPS units, ArcGIS, FileMaker, radiotelemetry, and plant identification is preferred. This temporary position will begin in late September (flexible), and extend for up to 180 working days (approx 9 months). Extensions are possible, contingent upon performance and funding availability. Qualifications: 9 months specialized experience in a field survey party, or 3 years sub professional experience, or 3 years college study related to biological sciences (equivalent 90 semester/135 quarter hours) plus 3 months of lab or field work experience. A valid U.S. drivers license is required. Salary: $31,315 yearly, $15.00 hourly actual salary based on hours worked Application instructions: Please put WERC 73-12-02 on the top of your resume, and be sure to list the number of hours worked per week at each position. Fax resumes and college transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted) to Melissa Crain (916-278-9475) by 6pm on August 7. Website: The complete job announcement is posted at http://nevada.us.jobs/viewjob.asp?sjobid=NV0312332http://nevada.us.jobs/viewjob.asp?sjobid=NV0312332.
[ECOLOG-L] Symposium on oceanic top predators
Dear colleagues, If you happen to study any aspect related to the ocean’s charismatic megafauna (whether fish, mammals, birds, or turtles) or climate impacts on oceanic ecosystems in general, please consider attending the 2nd CLIOTOP (Climate Impacts on Oceanic Top Predators) symposium in New Caledonia in February. Deadline for abstracts is October 1st. Information available here: http://www.imber.info/index.php/Science/Regional-Programmes/CLIOTOP Regards, Joel
[ECOLOG-L] Primate Survey Leader - Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea
Job Type: Primate Survey Leader Hiring Organization: Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program Opportunity location: Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea, Africa Closing date (if specified): August 20th, 2012 Start date: September 15, 2012; min. 6 month commitment. The Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program (BBPP) is seeking a Primate Survey Leader (PSL) for an ongoing, long-term project on monitoring primate populations on Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea. The PSL will lead a trained team of local survey workers and oversee data collection for monthly research excursions. The PSL will spend about 2 weeks/month in the field collecting data, working out of tents, within or along established BBPP transects. Non-field time will be spent at the BBPP research station, where the PSL will manage data and be assigned other miscellaneous duties as they arise. The PSL is expected to devote a minimum of 40 hrs/week to the project, but due to the nature of the project and living conditions, the hours will typically be considerably more. The commitment will be for a minimum period of 6 months, beginning in September, with the ideal candidate interested in a 12 month appointment. The PSL will work under the supervision of Drew Cronin (BBPP Ph.D. Candidate) and Dr. Honarvar (BBPP Research Coordinator). This is an unpaid (volunteer) position. However, BBPP will provide the following support: * Housing (tents/room at research station) * Food * Local transportation * Flight reimbursement * A contribution of up to 2000 USD to an international return flight (reimbursement ONLY AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETITION OF A 12 MONTH TERM OF APPOINTMENT). The PSL is expected to provide medical and medical evacuation insurance, and appropriate immunizations (yellow fever) and medications (anti-malarial medications). Qualifications: * Field assistants are expected to be at least 21 years old. * Prior field experience in biology, ecology or related disciplines. * A desire to pursue a career in conservation biology/ecology is preferred. * Spanish language ability: Spanish is the national language of Equatorial Guinea, although many local people also speak some French. * Experience in remote locations in developing countries and experience camping and hiking in wilderness areas. * An ability to lead a group of individuals. * Physical fitness and a positive attitude towards physically exhausting work in a hot and humid climate. All assistants should be prepared for very demanding and time consuming work. If interested, please email a brief cover letter and your CV to BOTH Drew Cronin (dt...@drexel.edu) and Shaya Honarvar (sh...@drexel.edu). For more information, please visit our website: www.bioko.org http://www.bioko.org/ or www.bioko.org/get_involved/jobs/ -- Drew T. Cronin Ph.D. Candidate Drexel University Department of Biology 3245 Chestnut Street Papadakis Integrated Science Building, Room 503 Philadelphia, PA 19104 Office: PISB 503 Phone: (215) 895-6906 Email: dt...@drexel.edu Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program - www.bioko.org http://www.bioko.org/ Hearn Lab (Drexel University) - www.drexel.edu/biology/hearn
