[ECOLOG-L] Field technician positions in large scale fragmentation project, SC
Multiple field technician positions are available to work within a large#8208;scale experiment on restoration of plant and animal communities in fragmented habitats. Research will include studies of the effects of corridors on various aspects of plant and arthropod dispersal. Tasks will include study site preservation, building, establishment, emptying, and maintenance of traps, and seed/arthropod identification. Technicians will join a team of several principal investigators, several undergraduate and graduate students, and be provided exposure to numerous research questions and approaches. The pay rate will be $10.00/hr. Cheap housing options are available close to the research site in New Ellenton or Aiken, SC. Successful candidates will have demonstrated interest and experience in ecology, biology, or a related discipline, and be able to endure hot and humid conditions and long hours in the field. Previous field research experience is desirable. Positions only available to US citizens due to research site restrictions. Additional information about the project is available on the web at: http://www4.ncsu.edu/%7Ehaddad/Corridors/Corridors.html http://brudviglab.plantbiology.msu.edu/?page_id=406 To apply, please email a CV, dates of availability, and contact information with email addresses for one reference to John Herrmann: ecoj...@u.washington.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Applicants with prompt starting date preferred.
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Plant Conservation Research Technician Program Analyst/Coordinator, Conservation and Land Management Internship Program
Job: Plant Conservation Research Technician Program Analyst/Coordinator, Conservation and Land Management Internship Program PURPOSE: This position is a split position, 50% research and 50% administration. RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: The ideal candidate will participate in the collection of data in the lab and field, data analysis and the writing of peer-reviewed scientific papers. Experience in all or any combination of the following is preferred: leading/coordinating fieldwork, population genetics/parentage (microsatellites and/or RAD sequencing), plant reproductive biology and/or pollination biology, entomology (specifically hawkmoths and bees), plant identification, and basic ecological data collection. Research will focus on ongoing projects including the Oenothera, Castilleja, and CARICE Projects and others as they develop. To learn more about these projects, please visit the Skogen Lab website, http://faculty.wcas.northwestern.edu/skogen/index.html CLM PROGRAM ANALYST/COORDINATOR: Assist with the coordination and analysis of the CLM Internship Program, which hires 80-100 interns annually to assist federal biologists in the western US. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: advertisement recruitment; organization evaluation of applications; collection processing employment paperwork for interns; payroll data collection reporting; coordination of the training workshop; analyzing CLM Program data and evaluations for monthly, quarterly and annual reports; assisting with the supervision of volunteers, students or research assistants; others as they develop. For more information on the CLM Program, please visit www.clminternship.org The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, research and botany. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, knowledge of data management software (Access, etc.), data analysis software (R, Structure, Hickory, MIGRATE, POPGENE, SPAGdDi, TESS, CERVUS, etc.), and experience publishing scientific papers are preferred. Ability to work under harsh conditions (extreme heat/cold, camping for 4+ weeks at a time) is required and experience leading/coordinating fieldwork (team) is preferred. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to respond calmly to shifting priorities. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, will be a self-starter, highly motivated, and able to function successfully within a team structure and independently. Must have excellent verbal, written, and communication skills. Minimum of Master's degree in ecology, evolution, botany, biology and/or related field. Pay commensurate with experience, starting at $38,000 annually. Grant funded salaried position but continued employment conditional on additional grant funding. TO APPLY VISIT http://www.chicagobotanic.org/jobs/prog_coord_plantcons.php STARTING DATE Fall 2012 or Winter 2013. Open until filled; application review will begin Sept 10, 2012. Questions? Please contact Krissa Skogen ksko...@chicagobotanic.org
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship – Plant Pathology-Climate Change
The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University currently has a graduate assistantship (M.S. $15,540) available in Plant Pathology/Climate Change research. Auburn University assistantships include tuition and fee waivers as well as shared funding of health insurance. The starting date for this position is negotiable, but January 1, 2013 desired. As part of a larger research project the student will examine the relationship of future climate scenarios of elevated tropospheric ozone and altered rainfall amounts with a plant pathogen in altering susceptibility to loblolly pine decline an important disease complex in the Southern United States. Minimum qualifications include a B.S. degree in Forestry, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Plant Biology, or a related field, and an interest in plant pathology and or climate change. Additional information is available by contacting Dr. Arthur H. Chappelka (chap...@auburn.edu) or Dr. Lori Eckhardt (eckh...@auburn.edu) in the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, Auburn University. SWFS education requirements for graduate school is located at the following website: http://www.sfws.auburn.edu/gpo/TestScoresandTranscripts.php . Interested students should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts (photocopy is acceptable), and GRE scores if available (photocopy is acceptable) to Dr. A.H. Chappelka or Dr. Lori Eckhardt, School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, 602 Duncan Drive, Auburn, AL 36849-5418.
[ECOLOG-L] NIMBioS Undergraduate Research Conference, Nov. 17-18
*Undergraduate Research Conference at the Interface of Mathematics and Biology, Nov. 17-18, 2012 *The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) will host the fourth annual Undergraduate Research Conference at the Interface of Mathematics and Biology to be held Nov. 17-18, 2012, at the Univ. of Tennessee Conference Center in Knoxville, TN. The conference provides opportunities for undergraduates to present their research at the interface of biology and mathematics. Student talks and posters will be featured as well as a plenary speaker and a panel on career opportunities. Funding for lodging and registration is available for a limited number of participants. Registration deadline: Nov. 2. Deadline to request funding for registration and lodging is Oct. 5. For more information and registration, go to http://www.nimbios.org/education/undergrad_conf2012 * Catherine Crawley, Ph.D. National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) University of Tennessee 1122 Volunteer Blvd, Ste. 106 Knoxville, TN 37996 e ccraw...@nimbios.org mailto:ccraw...@nimbios.org t +1 865 974 9350 tel:+1%20865%20974%209350 f +1 865 974 9461 tel:+1%20865%20974%209461 http://www.nimbios.org http://www.facebook.com/nimbios http://twitter.com/nimbios To receive email notifications of blog updates, click here http://www.nimbios.org/wordpress/subscribe2updates/ To subscribe to our bi-monthly newsletter, click here http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001RgvbKVLa7a4Psoj8H7c43A%3D%3D
[ECOLOG-L] Deadline Extended: Job Opportunity - Director of Science
The application deadline for this position has been extended to August 31st, 2012. http://www.idealist.org/view/job/P7NHh2dGNMfP/ On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 4:37 PM, jackie.lu wrote: *JOB OPPORTUNITY *Apply by August 15, 2012* NATURAL AREAS CONSERVANCY (NAC)* *DIRECTOR OF SCIENCE* *BACKGROUND* The Natural Areas Conservancy (NAC) is a new organization created to work in partnership with the NYC Department of Parks Recreation to restore, protect, and manage a network of green and blue space that promotes a healthy, livable, and diverse New York City. The NAC is tasked with expanding and diversifying the protection, management, and restoration of 10,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and grasslands overseen by the Parks Department’s Natural Resources Group. This public/private partnership will unify the identity of NYC’s natural areas, increase public awareness and volunteerism, and integrate advanced technology. The Director of Science will bridge the public and private entities that conduct research and use science to inform policy and management of NYC Parks Department property. The Director of Science will guide the science work of the Parks Department’s divisions of Central Forestry, Horticulture and Natural Resources and will lead partnership efforts with NYC’s Urban Field Station and the Natural Areas Conservancy. This position will be hired by the Natural Areas Conservancy and will report to the Parks Department’s Chief of Forestry, Horticulture and Natural Resources. * MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES* - Oversee and manage the Parks Department’s science team, dedicated to conducting citywide research about ecology, conservation, restoration and best management practices. - Develop and identify research goals, experiments and studies related, but not limited to mortality studies, plant population analytics, and hydrology and stormwater capture. - Supervise the Senior Project Manager of Ecological Assessment, who will lead the first-ever citywide assessment of New York City’s natural areas and the creation and implementation of science-based decision making and management tools that will guide future natural resource conservation efforts for the Parks Department and the Natural Areas Conservancy. - Serve as the co-manager of the Urban Field Station. Manage the facility and shape the research partnership between the U.S. Forest Service and the Parks Department to establish, coordinate and oversee scientific research projects in New York City. - Work with the Parks Department’s senior staff to inform the restoration, protection and management of the City’s forests, wetlands and grasslands. Leverage these efforts to implement environmental monitoring programs and measure progress on the impact of agency’s efforts. - Work closely with the Director of GIS and Analytics in the creation of relevant data management systems. - Manage scientific communication, including research papers. - Serve on the Science Advisory Board of the NAC. - Cooperate with researchers and outside institutions, including but not limited to academic, non-profit, city, state and federal agencies, on research projects and data dissemination/coordination, and represent the agency and City as appropriate. - Manage and oversee budget, procurement, and administrative reporting, database management and tracking, and training. *QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS* 1. A masters degree from an accredited college or equivalent 2. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in natural resource management, ecology, or a related field 3. Minimum of 5-10 years in a managerial or executive capacity *PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS* - A PhD with a specialization in physical, biological or environmental science. - 10 years of experience in supervisory, administrative or research capacity in ecology or a related field. - Demonstrated accomplishments in independent research in ecology, restoration, habitat conservation, forestry, or environmental science as evidenced by peer reviewed journal publications, thesis work and/or presentations at research conferences and workshops. - Knowledge and experience in design and execution of data collection and field research in a wide range of habitat and ecosystem types. Familiarity with a broad range of field methodologies, analytical approaches, methods and techniques. - Knowledge of organizational development, Parks agency structure and divisions and/or government operations. - Excellent management, administrative, supervisory, and communication skills. - Proven track record of goals-based accomplishment. - Extensive experience in fiscal and personnel management and contract management. - Experienced public speaker - Personal connections within the NYC/Northeast scientific community - Knowledge of New York City’s natural areas. - Valid New York State driver license. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume with the position title to:
[ECOLOG-L] UCLA Life Sciences Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty Position
Life Sciences Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty Position Job Announcement University of California Los Angeles The Division of Life Sciences in the UCLA College of Letters and Sciences announces the continuance of its special initiative to recruit excellent research scientists with a history and commitment to the mentorship of students from underrepresented and underserved populations. Candidates should have outstanding records of scholarly publications, research support, and teaching and be eligible for Academic Senate appointment in any of our departments of Life Sciences (http://www.lifesciences.ucla.edu/www.lifesciences.ucla.edu), including psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor undergraduates and to participate in campus-wide and departmental programs that provide research and professional development opportunities for our diverse student body, including MARC, (Minority Access to Research Careers), PEERS (Program for Excellence in Education Research in Sciences), and the Biomedical Research Minor. Teaching assignments will take into account mentorship activities associated with the position. Faculty appointment will be made at a professorial rank commensurate with current academic standing and achievement. UCLA offers competitive salaries, research set-up funds, and recruitment allowances. Nominations and questions should be sent to: Professor Paul Barber (paulbar...@ucla.edu) or Professor Anna Lau (a...@psych.ucla.edu). Application packages should be submitted online through [www.ibp.ucla.edu/mentorship] and include the following: 1) curriculum vita; 2) statement of research interests; 3) statement of teaching interests that includes information on formal and informal mentorship activities targeting underrepresented and underserved populations; and 4) cover letter that includes names of referees that can be contacted for letters. Review of applications will begin on 1 November 2012, and continue until positions are filled. Please use position number 0845-1213-01 in all correspondence. UCLA is California's largest university, with an enrollment of nearly 38,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The UCLA College of Letters and Science and the university's 11 professional schools feature renowned faculty and offer more than 323 degree programs and majors. The Biosciences area at UCLA has more than 300 faculty members, includes many top ten ranked departments, and is consistently in the top ten in NIH funding. The UCLA College has a tradition of outstanding teaching and mentorship of undergraduates that the Division of Life Sciences will enhance through this special initiative. As a campus with a diverse student body, we encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring under-represented minorities in the sciences. UCLA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of faculty and staff diversity.
[ECOLOG-L] ASSISTANT PROFESSOR of INFECTIOUS DISEASE ECOLOGY/EVOLUTION
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR of INFECTIOUS DISEASE ECOLOGY/EVOLUTION. The School of Biological Sciences at Illinois State University in Normal, IL (www.bio.illinoisstate.edu) invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in the area of Ecology/Evolution of Infectious Disease. The successful applicant should be engaged in research investigating principles of transmission dynamics of infectious disease in natural systems, including ecological or evolutionary processes and impacts. Requirements include a Ph.D., or equivalent, postdoctoral research experience, potential to secure external funding, and an interest in working within a diverse intellectual community. We seek a colleague with the potential to develop collaborations with current faculty investigating vector ecology, ecoimmunology, biomathematics, conservation, or microbiology. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an independent externally funded research program, to mentor graduate and undergraduate research students, and to teach graduate and undergraduate courses. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The School of Biological Sciences at Illinois State University is home to about 60 M.S. and Ph.D. students and over 500 undergraduate majors. To apply, send: a descriptive cover letter, CV, a 1-2 page statement of future research goals, and contact information for 3 references (as a single pdf); and up to 3 representative reprints (as separate pdfs) to Dr. Steven Juliano, c/o Sally Little via: sali...@ilstu.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Intended start date: August 16, 2013. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity University encouraging diversity.
