[ECOLOG-L] Petition: no cuts on research - EU
A Petition for the attention of the EU Heads of State or Government: *A top priority for Europe: secure the EU research and innovation budget!* We* are convinced that - Europe's future depends on making optimal use of its scientific talent for the benefit of science and society; - creative environments and research infrastructures are needed in which talent can flourish and innovations emerge; - reliable financial support must be provided for long-term, often risky, fundamental research. Only then will the grand challenges be addressed in a sustainable way. Therefore, we strongly support the letter signed by Nobel Prize and Fields Medal winners and urge you to act: - cuts in the EU budget for research, innovation and education are counter-productive as they will aggravate the problems Europe faces instead of finding solutions; - the European Research Council, ERC, is an undeniable success story for Europe. The ERC has demonstrated its ability to find, fund and empower the best researchers and has changed the future outlook of the younger generation. It needs to be strengthened to achieve more scientific-technological breakthroughs leading to future innovation. - We urge you to provide a clear signal that investment in research, innovation and education is a top political priority, especially in times of crisis. Europe has been the cradle of modern science and the role accorded to science will shape Europe's future. http://www.no-cuts-on-research.eu/index.php?file=petition.htm
Re: [ECOLOG-L] USA jobs: CV vs. Resume
I'd like to thank Brian Mitchell for this rarely-offered insight into the federal hiring process. Having spent a couple years applying for federal positions without much to show for it, it was beginning to seem a waste of time. Jack E. Janisch -Original Message- From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Brian Mitchell Sent: Friday, May 17, 2013 12:11 AM To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] USA jobs: CV vs. Resume Hello Ecolog, I hope that, as a federal employee who had done a lot of hiring over the past 7 years and who happens to have insomnia tonight, that I can offer a few comments and suggestions relevant to this thread. First, some background: The federal hiring system has changed significantly over the last couple of years. The current system has applicants fill out a self-ranking and submitting a CV to apply for positions. The self-rankings are reviewed by HR, and in theory if you lie (i.e., do not document all high self-rankings in your CV) they can reduce your score and knock you off the final cert. In practice, they don't review rankings and only check for minimum qualifications before sending applications to the hiring official. That person receives a large number of applicants who fall into the highest category of self-ratings, and that person will receive a different set (called a cert, often with a lot of overlap) for each grade and job series. This is easily thirty or more applicants who make the cut. On any given cert, a veteran can rise to the top of the cert if their application falls within that highest category (for most vets) or if they meet the minimum qualifications for the position (for a disabled vet). If a vet is on a cert, the law says that the vet has to decline the job before anyone else on that cert can be offered a job from it (but hiring officials are free to work other certs). As a hiring official, the first thing I do is toss the questionnaires into the trash. Nobody is honest on them, and the responses are useless. The next thing I do is spend a few minutes with each CV to weed out the chaff - people who were not at all qualified for the job but got in based on questionnaire responses alone. Then I'll do a second review of the remaining CVs to try to pick a few people out for interviews, and take it from there. As a hiring official, vet preference aside, I can hire anyone on any of my certs, for any reason. There is nothing illegal about choosing a candidate who is known to me, or who has done some networking and made contact with me by other means. I am not even required to conduct interviews. Perhaps this seems unfair, but many hiring officials would rather have a good candidate who they know than a great candidate they don't know; often that great candidate is only great on paper. My advice is: 1) Do NOT submit a resume and a CV; it is unnecessary duplication. Others may disagree here, but when I take 3-5 minutes to look at your application, the last thing I want is to read the same exact stuff twice; it annoys me and you don't want to annoy me during the few minutes I have with your application. DO take the time to make sure you address/document in your CV experiences that led you to rate yourself highly in the questionnaire. Yes, I did not look at your questionnaire, but I DID write the questions to reflect the skills I think are important. Document those skills or your resume will be considered chaff. 2) DO take the time to write a good cover letter. Show that you know something about the job or organization. Do your homework by looking at the hiring organization's web site, at the very least. This is where you can highlight your specific skills and experience for the position; the sorts of things that you might target on a short resume. 3) Do NOT worry about key words. That was from the old days, when the HR reviewer was actually a hurdle rather than a pass-through. DO worry about documenting your skills relevant to the position. 4) Do follow up with the hiring official, if you are able to determine who that is. You can even try contacting before submitting the application to see if they have someone in mind for the position. Most people will not provide this information, but some will. It can't hurt, and it might help. 5) I'll reiterate the advice already sent to read the application instructions carefully. Don't eliminate yourself by not submitting ALL college transcripts, for example. 6) I would tell you not to despair, and that if you apply enough times you'll get a job, but the sequester is real and it is having a serious effect. This is a lousy time to be looking for permanent work in the federal government. There is a near-complete hiring freeze on permanent positions in Interior, and I believe in many other Departments as well. The few jobs that are out there will have immense
[ECOLOG-L] CERF 2013 Session - Drivers and Ecological Effects of Hypoxia in Coastal Upwelling Systems
I wanted to bring to your attention that at the 2013 Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation bi-annual meeting, Nov 3 - 7 in San Diego, CA, there will be a session on the Drivers and Ecological Effects of Hypoxia in Coastal Upwelling Systems. The session is organize by Lisa Levin (Scripps Institution of Oceanography), Larry Crowder (Center for Ocean Solutions) and Steven Litvin (Marine Life Observatory Programs, Hopkins Marine Station). We have organized 6 talks covering the drivers and distribution of low dissolved oxygen in coastal upwelling systems, the broad ecological and physiological consequences, and the associated management implications for coastal systems (full abstract of the session is below). We are excited to provide a forum for others from a wide variety of fields to present their findings associated with this phenomenon (oral or poster presentations). I hope you will consider participating and I ask you let students, post-docs and colleagues at your institution know about this session. you can submit an abstract directly (no invitation needed) through the CERF website and request to be in session SCI-047. Abstracts are due June 1. If you have any questions or would like to let me know that you are submitting an abstract to the session, please feel free to contact me at lit...@stanford.edu Cheers Steven Y. Litvin Research Coordinator Marine Life Observatory Program Hopkins Marine Station Stanford University Oceanview Boulevard Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3094 831-655-6241 http://mlo.stanford.edu/ SCI-047 Drivers and Ecological Effects of Hypoxia in Coastal Upwelling Systems Steve Litvin (lit...@stanford.edu) Larry Crowder Lisa Levin Zones of hypoxic water have spread dramatically, most associated with bays and semi-enclosed seas and land-based anthropogenic nutrient inputs. However, open coast systems such as the coastal marine ecosystems in eastern boundary currents are also increasingly experiencing oxygen depletion and hypoxia has recently been documented on the inner shelf of open coasts. Within the California Current Large Marine Ecosystem (CCLME) upwelling-related oxygen depletion occurs regularly from Baja, Mexico to Washington State. This session will assess the extent, drivers, ecological consequences and management implications of hypoxia on the inner shelf of the CCLME and other eastern boundary current systems.
[ECOLOG-L] Land surface GPP and land-atmosphere interactions from GOSAT fluorescence- Funded PhD
Apologies for Cross Posting Land surface GPP and land-atmosphere interactions from GOSAT fluorescence NERC-NCEO-funded PhD Studentship at UCL, Department of Geography (Autumn 2013 start) Closing date for applications: 15th June 2013 Supervisors Prof. Philip Lewis, NCEO and Department of Geography, UCL Dr. Caroline Nichol, School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh Topic The major constraint on vegetation growth and ultimately land surface carbon is the Gross Primary Production (GPP) of vegetation. Other than losses due to disturbance (such as fire) respiration and fluxes from soils, it also controls the exchange of carbon between the land surface and the atmosphere. At present, our information on this comes from extrapolated flux tower measurements and models, the latter being partially constrained by satellite observation of vegetation state. In the last year, it has been shown that it is feasible to measure canopy fluorescence from satellite instruments, namely the Japanese GOSAT instrument, by measuring in filling in solar Fraunhoffer lines, and we not have data for more than two years, globally. There are plans for future instruments that would be able to continue such measurements and hopefully improve on them, such as the ESA EE8 candidates. This presents exciting new opportunities for science and monitoring of GPP. Fluorescence is the closest we can hope for to a direct measurement of vegetation process (rather than state). There are several complicating factors that have limited current explorations of the fluorescence signal to coarse scale (in space and time) estimates by averaging observations. These include the spatial and temporal sampling characteristics of GOSAT and the inherently high noise in the fluorescence estimates (the instrument was never designed for such things). Further complication arises because GPP is most useful as a time integral quantity whereas the measurement is instantaneous. Furthermore, to fully understand leaf scale process, we need to account for vegetation amount and structure. For surface atmosphere flux considerations, we must also be able to include respiration, disturbance and soil fluxes. The exploitation of fluorescence then, needs both models and measurements and this is best achieved in a data assimilation framework. The student will have access to GOSAT data through existing collaborations. Field data collected in collaboration with partners at UoE will allow for the direct retrieval of solar induced fluorescence from field data for comparison with satellite methods. These data will come from narrow waveband radiance measurements currently operating as part of a long term RCUK project. This PhD will therefore explore key issues, developing methods to produce GPP estimates at higher spatial and temporal resolutions than the current coarse averages and using these to test and the land surface process models and help constrain atmospheric CO2 inversions. It will also be future looking in better positioning the community for future exploitation of data from forthcoming instruments. The appointed student will benefit from interactions within NCEO and the vibrant research environments at UCL and the School of GeoSciences at Edinburgh, as well as benefit from collaborations with Dr Luis Guanter and his group in Berlin. The PhD would be suitable for a candidate with a very good BSc or MSc degree in a suitable scientific discipline. Eligibility A UK Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject, awarded with first or upper second-class Honours, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard from a recognised higher education institute is required. A Master's degree in an appropriate subject is desirable. Standard NERC studentship eligibility criteria apply. Please check that you are eligible for funding before submitting an application. See: http://www.nerc.ac.uk/funding/available/postgrad/eligibility.asp Contact If you have any questions regarding this PhD, please contact Professor Lewis: p.le...@ucl.ac.ukmailto:p.le...@ucl.ac.uk Application Please note that applications completed online may take some time to reach the department. It is essential that you include full details of your qualifications (full transcripts) and ensure that your chosen referees are available to provide a reference. All applications require the completion and submission of the Graduate Application Form. http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application Applications can be completed online, or the application form can be downloaded and submitted to: Fiona Mannion Graduate Admissions Department of Geography University College London Gower Street London WC1E 6BT Tel: 020 7679 7579/0575 E-mail: mast...@geog.ucl.ac.uk References and links: ·http://www.nceo.ac.uk/ ·http://www2.geog.ucl.ac.uk/~plewis/ ·http://www.geos.ed.ac.uk/homes/cnichol ·
[ECOLOG-L] Visiting Faculty in Biology: Teaching and Research
General Information: The Sam Houston State University Department of Biological Sciences seeks applicants for a Visiting Faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor that combines teaching experience with an opportunity for research. Contingent on available funding, this is a full-time appointment that will run from September 1, 2013 through May 31, 2015. Salary is competitive and includes full benefits. The position is ideally suited for a candidate who is seeking a post- doctoral position with expanded teaching responsibilities, while still maintaining an active research program. The fellow will teach classes at the introductory and advanced levels, will have the opportunity to move doctoral work to publication, and acquire additional skills through the initiation of new research projects in collaboration with current faculty members. During the term of the position the candidate will be a member of a department that emphasizes excellence in teaching and research, will be able to co-mentor passionate graduate and undergraduate student researchers and will have an opportunity to see how faculty members operate successfully at a comprehensive academic institution. Research Interests: We strongly prefer an individual with research interests that build on existing faculty expertise, although other areas may be entertained if appropriate and supportable by a faculty mentor. It will be the applicants responsibility to identify and contact the faculty member(s) they would potentially choose to pair with, and the faculty member(s) prerogative to allow the applicant access to their lab for collaborative research. The successful applicant will have access to funds to support research and travel and will be encouraged to explore external grant opportunities. Teaching: Because SHSU is primarily an undergraduate teaching institution, the visiting faculty member will fill a standard 9 semester credit hour teaching load each semester. The teaching schedule will be defined by departmental needs, but will include freshman lecture courses and/or upper division courses as needed in the applicants area of expertise that are in the departments current course rotation. You can read more about the Biological Sciences undergraduate and graduate curricula and find additional information on the courses our faculty members teach and the research they do by going to their respective homepages. Applications: Materials candidates will need to submit include the following: A brief cover letter expressing your interest in the position and briefly summarizing your training in your specific research area(s), who you would select as a faculty mentor at SHSU and why you want to work with them, and your teaching experience. Curriculum vitae. Research and teaching statements. Both statements should be brief -- on the order of two or three pages. The research statement should concisely explain your doctoral research program and expected future direction(s) and how your goals are consistent with work in a current SHSU mentors lab. The teaching statement should explain the basis for your interest in teaching at the undergraduate level, briefly summarize your previous teaching experience and why you are qualified to teach the courses mentioned above. You should also briefly explain how you believe this opportunity might help your professional goals. Please do not send us a statement of your teaching philosophy. Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. These are used to help us assess an applicant's training. Unofficial copies are acceptable with the application, but the Dean's Office requires an official copy before hire. List the contact information (name, address, telephone number and email address) for three references and your relationship to these referees. Review of applications: Begins June 1, 2013 and continues until position is filled. Members of the Search Committee (Please address inquiries to the Chair): Chair: Dr. Monte L. Thies E-mail: wood...@shsu.edu Phone: (936) 294-3746 Members:Dr. Patrick Lewis and Dr. Jeff Wozniak General Information on the University and Department: About the University: Named for Sam Houston, Texas greatest hero, SHSU continually strives to honor its historical roots through academic excellence that includes exceptional teaching from faculty members who care as much about their students success as they do about furthering the knowledge of their fields. SHSU offers over 80 bachelor's degree programs, more than 50 masters degree programs, and six doctoral programs, including nationally-recognized programs in Business, Fine Arts, Education, Mathematics and Criminal Justice. SHSU is classified as a Doctoral Research University by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education and was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report for being
[ECOLOG-L] Research Technician Position, Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER
Research Technician, Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long-Term Ecological Research Program. The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program seeks a Research Technician to be based at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, Georgia. The selected individual will work as part of the field crew supporting the GCE LTER project (gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu/). He or she will be primarily involved in maintaining and monitoring a large experiment focusing on sea level rise and effects on freshwater tidal marshes. This includes helping to maintain permits and comply with appropriate regulations, maintaining boardwalks and a water delivery system, measuring salinity in plots, and monitoring soil, plants and invertebrates in plots. The position will occasionally require strenuous physical activity and irregular hours. Applicants must be able to hike through mud, marsh grass and other difficult terrain; lift and carry heavy gear in the field; and assist in light construction. The position is based out of the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, GA (http://www.uga.edu/ugami/). The selected individual may either live on the Island (in UGAMI housing at a subsidized cost) or on the mainland. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in an appropriate field; small boat piloting experience; first aid certification; field research experience; basic computer skills, including experience with email, word-processing and spreadsheet programs; and the ability to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people. The salary range for the position is $22-30,000, and includes full benefits. Applicants should be willing to make at least a 2-year commitment to the project. Apply online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/ posting number 20130726. Applications will be considered starting May 27 and until the position is filled. Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Steve Pennings (spenni...@uh.edu). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Steven Pennings Department of Biology and Biochemistry University of Houston Houston TX 77204 USA 713 743 2989 http://www.bchs.uh.edu/~steve/
[ECOLOG-L] Call for PhD Students
Call for PhD students, I am looking for 2 students to begin PhD research with myself, Michael Sheriff, at Penn State University. These positions are fully funded for the first three years, including tuition and summer salaries. The starting date is flexible but preference will be for a starting date this fall (Aug/Sept) or January 2014. The research focus of my lab addresses one of the fundamental questions in biology: what limits and regulates animals in their natural world? Our approach is to bridge physiology, behavior, and ecology to understand how animals interact with the world around them. As such, we are broadly interested in the underlying physiological mechanisms by which ecological interactions (predation, competition, climate, etc ) alter behavior and cause changes in reproduction, survival, and ultimately population demography and community structure. Projects in our research group are centered on two major themes: 1) How ecological stressors drive changes in free-living animals physiology and behavior, how this impacts reproduction and survival and how this drives changes in population dynamics and ultimately community structure. a) Particular focus has been on climate change, predation, food availability and habitat. b) Areas of physiology focus mostly on stress hormones (glucocorticoids) and sex hormones (testosterone, DHEA) and metabolic rate; behaviors focus mainly on phenology (timing of annually recurring events) and anti-predator and foraging behaviors. 2) How maternal stress may impact offspring physiology, behavior and fitness. If you are interested in joining our research group please contact me via email at mjsher...@alaska.edu I place a premium on analytical skills, writing ability, research experience, hard work, and enthusiasm. If and when you decide to contact me, please take some time and write a thoughtful letter (because this is more likely to generate a thoughtful response). Please send me your CV, GRE test scores (Canadian students dont need to send this), and transcripts. Tell me a bit about your interests, and why youre interested in working with our group.
[ECOLOG-L] Lecturer:- Biodiversity and Introductory Biology
Lecturer:- Biodiversity and Introductory Biology Department of Biological Sciences Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science Mathematics Applications are invited for a one-year, renewable, full-time lecturer position in the Department of Biological Sciences at Towson University starting fall 2013. Successful applicant must possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. Teaching responsibilities will include two introductory level courses that focus on ecology, evolution, phylogenetics and biodiversity (BIOL 202 and 208). BIOL 208 aims to introduce students to the processes that generate diversity and methods of studying that diversity, including phylogeny and the mechanisms by which living organisms solve similar functional problems. This course is not a simple survey of kingdoms of living organisms, although it includes a very general sketch of the conventional survey of living organisms. M.S. in appropriate field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. and the ability to teach graduate level courses in molecular evolution and systematic biology. The successful applicant will teach 4 course units per semester (12 contact hours). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submit resume, a one-page statement on teaching philosophy and contact information for two references. Electronic submission of application materials in PDF or Word format is encouraged. Submit application material to: Dr. Susan Gresens, Dept. of Biological Sciences, Towson University, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252 e-mail sgres...@towson.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] Register Now for Partners in Flight V Conference, Snowbird, Utah, August 25 - 28
Dear Colleagues: The 5th Partners in Flight Conference brings the bird conservation community together to create a unified vision for full life cycle needs and how to address them with innovative approaches. We've advanced bird conservation through scientific knowledge and collaborative networks, but as a conservation community we struggle to reverse bird population declines. Our efforts will be helped by hemisphere-wide collaboration, adequate funding, and shared priorities that strategically address the drivers of population declines. We will focus the meeting on linked regions throughout the Western Hemisphere, working together in geographic-based work sessions to develop implementable projects. Our results will guide future conservation activities by conservation practitioners, educators, state and federal agencies, philanthropic organizations and researchers. Partners in Flight V Conference Set for Snowbird, Utah, August 25 - 28 --- Register Now While Low Rates Still Available Register online now to get the lowest possible rate and be a part of what many ornithologists feel is the premier bird conservation strategy opportunity for all the Americas. This meeting only comes around once every three to five years, so don't delay - be a part of the solution for migratory birds this year. For more information and the chance to register online at a reduced rate, go to www.pifv.orghttp://www.pifv.org. Join your peers in the bird conservation community to create a unified vision for full life-cycle needs while devising innovative approaches to meet that goal. You'll be glad to say you were part of this historic event for migratory birds. Please feel free to share this message widely! George E. Wallace, PhD Vice President, Oceans Islands Division American Bird Conservancy 4249 Loudoun Avenue P.O. Box 249 The Plains, VA 20198 USA Tel: 540-253-5780 Fax: 540-253-5782 E-mail: gwall...@abcbirds.orgmailto:gwall...@abcbirds.org On the web at: www.abcbirds.orghttp://www.abcbirds.org/
[ECOLOG-L] Tropical Ornithology Field Course in Panama
Neotropical Ornithology Course Description. 2013 SUMMER COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT (July 15-August 9) FIELD COURSE IN NEOTROPICAL ORNITHOLOGY COURSE LOCATION: Bocas del Toro Biological Station, Boca del Drago, Isla Colon, Republic of Panama. The biological station is located on a hill facing the Caribbean Sea. The island has a mix of cultivated land, mangrove habitats, and forest patches. See: http://www.itec-edu.org/index.html http://www.itec-edu.org/index.html for details. INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Andrew Kratter, University of Florida, Florida Museum of Natural History, Gainesville, FL 32611, email: krat...@flmnh.ufl.edu Specialties: Community ecology of tropical forest birds. Taxonomy, systematics, and biogeography of New World birds COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the study and identification of Neotropical birds in the Republic of Panama. Course will emphasize three components of Neotropical Ornithology: (1) introductory information regarding the biology, evolution, natural history, ecology, and conservation of birds with special reference to the biology and ecology of Neotropical birds (2) building identification skills for finding and identifying birds of the tropical rain forest, and aquatic and marine habitats in the Bocas del Toro arcipelago and nearby mainland areas (3) techniques of experimental design for conducting an ecological/behavior study of a selected species. All aspects of our study of birds is set against and within the tropical habitats of Panama. Basic Requirements Attendance and participation in all activities including lectures, discussion groups, identification trips, field trips to selected habitats, completion of individual study project, presentation of projects to class for group discussion are required to complete this course. Everyone should plan on bringing a good pair of binoculars. I will provide a spotting scope for identification sessions. A laptop computer will also prove useful. Required Texts Angehr, G. R. and R. Dean. 2010. The Birds of Panama: A Field Guide. Comstock Publishing. ISBN-13: 978-0801476747 Hilty, Stephen. 1994. Birds of Tropical America. Chapters Publishing Ltd. Shelburne, Vermont.. Outcomes and Learning At the conclusion of this course the student will: 1. Have a sound introduction to the biology and ecology of tropical birds in the Panamanian habitats 2. Gain an introduction to the selected literature about neotropical birds of the Panamanian area with emphasis on tropical rain forest birds. 3. Have the skills to identify selected tropical rain forest birds 4. Have the requisite skills to identify tropical rain forest birds 5. Have the requisite skills to develop an experimental design of ecological or behavioral study of tropical rain forest birds. Course Outline First half of the course includes lectures and field trips for finding and identifying neotropical birds. Second half of the course emphasizes field identification techniques, building species lists with trips to additional tropical habitats, and individual projects involving studying the ecology/behavior of a particular species. Bird Biology Lecture Topics Introduction to birds External anatomy of birds Evolution of birds with special emphasis on tropics Introduction to phylogenetic methods Speciation and species concepts Adaptations for an mechanisms of bird flight Physiology of birds Breeding biology of tropical birds Molt in tropical birds Feathers and coloration of birds Bird communication Foraging in tropical birds Community Ecology of tropical birds, competition, predation, etc. Conservation of tropical birds Birding skills and projects Equipment for bird identification Finding birds in the tropical rain forest Review/work on individual research project Field trips Nocturnal birds of the tropical rain forest Field trip to Cloud Forest Field trips to nearby islands, shore/coastal habitats Supervised studies; students will have the change to be involved in projects. General Bibliography Wetmore, A. 1965-1973. The birds of the Republic of Panama. Parts I-III. Smithsonian Miscellaneous Collections. Volume 150. Wetmore, A., R. F. Pasquier, and S. L. Olson. 1984. The birds of the Republic of Panama. Part IV. Smithsonian Institute Press Washington, D. C. Gentry, A. H. 1990. Four Neotropical forests. Yale University Press. New Haven, Connecticut. Hilty, Stephen. 1994. Birds of Tropical America. Chapters Publishing Ltd. Shelburne, Vermont. 304 pages. Ridgeway, R. S. and J. A. Gwynne, Jr. A Guide to the Birds of Panama. 2nd edition. Princeton University Press. Princeton University Press. 534 pages. Terborgh, J. 1992. Diversity and the tropical rain forest. W. H. Freeman and Company. New York, New York. COURSE
[ECOLOG-L] Wildlife Conservation/Rehabilitation Potential Job Opportunities
Hello to you all, As a new graduate from Chapman University with a BS in Environmental Science and Policy, I am searching specifically for any job opportunities involving the care, conservation, research, and/or study of wildlife. I am willing to travel or to work in many different areas. I have a deep passion for the environment, ecology, and wildlife of all kinds that I would love to put to hard work somewhere. If you have any ideas or know of someone who might be looking to hire, please let me know! Thank you for any and all insight, Brittnei Miller
[ECOLOG-L] CERF session on greenhouse gas fluxes from salt marshes
Do you study greenhouse gas fluxes from salt marshes? If not, you can stop reading now. If you do, please consider the following: Serena Moseman-Valtierra and I are organizing a session on Greenhouse gas fluxes from salt marshes in changing environments for the upcoming Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation (CERF) conference (Nov 3-7, 2013 in San Diego CA). If you will be attending the conference, we hope that you will consider presenting your research in this session. Session title: Greenhouse gas fluxes from salt marshes in changing environments Session abstract: Coastal salt marshes are biogeochemically active ecosystems with high primary productivity. However, increasing anthropogenic impacts are changing the structure and function of salt marsh ecosystems along with global rises in temperatures and sea level. These environmental changes may alter emissions of greenhouse gases: carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane. Shifts in greenhouse gas fluxes could diminish the typically high C sequestration rates in salt marshes. These responses need to be better understood in order to inform restoration efforts, including Blue Carbon initiatives which strive to maximize sequestration of CO2 in marine ecosystems. Abstracts are due June 01, 2013. Abstract submittal and information about the conference can be found at http://www.sgmeet.com/cerf2013/. Thank you, Scott Neubauer Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Biology Richmond, VA
[ECOLOG-L] Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida
Second Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida Research Focus: ant diversity, population genetics and citizen science. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in entomology or closely related biological science. Applicants who have an intellectual interest in ants, evolution, ecology and outreach are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated ability to complete projects. Excellent written and oral communication abilities. Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores are desired. Experience with the following will be an asset, but is not required: insect classification, collections management, systematics, DNA extraction and amplification (PCR), fieldwork, outreach/teaching. Apply: Interested candidates should send a letter by email addressed to Dr. Andrea Lucky at alu...@ufl.edu with the subject header ms position in ant biology. Please include CV, statement of purpose and names and contact information of three references. Application deadline is May 31, 2013, with the ideal start date in Fall 2013. Andrea Lucky, PhD Entomology/Nematology University of Florida 970 Natural Area Drive Gainesville, FL 32611-0620 Phone: (352) 273-3952 Email: alu...@ufl.edu www.andrealucky.com www.schoolofants.org
[ECOLOG-L] FW: Could you please disseminate these to your entomology listservs?
This could be of interest to a few people on here. Philip Fanning Walsh Fellowship PhD Candidate, BioControl Research Unit, School of Biology and environmental Sci, Science West, UCD Belfield, Dublin 4. Date: Mon, 20 May 2013 09:12:58 -0400 From: arthropocent...@aol.com Subject: Fwd: Could you please disseminate these to your entomology listservs? To: entom...@listserv.uoguelph.ca From: Lundgren, Jonathan Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2013 9:54 PM To: Hesler, Louis Subject: Could you please disseminate these to your entomology listservs? Dear Colleagues, If you are interested in this position, please send you application directly to me (jonathan.lundg...@ars.usda.gov) as well as to the HR contacts outlined in the application instructions. This position replaces the technician position that was advertised last month (CK-13-852700-TW). If you applied for this earlier position, you will have to reapply for the new one (my apologies; I believe HR and I are now on the same playing field regarding who should be considered “qualified” for the job). https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343291800 Job Title: Biological Science Lab Technician (Insects) Department: Department Of Agriculture Agency: Agricultural Research Service Job Announcement Number: CK-13-889592-TW SALARY RANGE: $38,790.00 to $50,431.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 to Wednesday, June 05, 2013 SERIES GRADE: GS-0404-07 POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Term NTE 4 years PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 7 DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the following location: Brookings, SD United States WHO MAY APPLY: United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Find Solutions to Agricultural Problems that Affect Americans Every Day, From Field to Table The incumbent will perform work that supports an ongoing research program of a Research Entomologist, whose main research themes support conservation of beneficial insects within modern cropping systems, the feeding ecology of insects, and the ecological risk assessment of new pest management technologies. Main projects that this project will support are the environmental risk assessment of pesticidal small RNAs on non-target species, including beneficial insects and insect communities associated with cropland. KEY REQUIREMENTS · Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position · Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation · Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service · Must possess a valid state driver's license. · Travel is required 11 or more days a month. DUTIES: Actively participates in one or more phases of the research process (through entomological and genetics experiments) in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment. Contributes ideas toward the planning and implementation of the technical and support aspects of the research. Performs entomological experiments involving insects, which include areas of anatomy, behavior, ecology, and genetics. Performs full range of techniques and studies using a variety of specialized equipment, which includes qPCR, q-rtPCR, genomic DNA sequencing, environmental growth chambers, greenhouse facilities, personal computers, vehicles, etc. Maintains, calibrates and modifies complex/specialized equipment and automated systems used for test and evaluation procedures. Collects, prepares, evaluates and verifies samples and supporting records. Maintains inventory of chemicals, stock solutions, etc., prepares solutions and reagents for use in laboratory, field, or greenhouse, and safely disposes of waste material. Keeps detailed records of experimental data using personal computers and software packages. Jonathan Lundgren Lead Research Entomologist North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory USDA-ARS 2923 Medary Avenue Brookings, SD, USA, 57006 Ph 605-693-5211 Fax 605-693-5240 jonathan.lundg...@ars.usda.gov CV and web page This electronic message contains information generated by the USDA solely for the intended recipients. Any unauthorized interception of this message or the use or disclosure of the information it contains may violate the law and subject the violator to civil or criminal penalties. If you believe you have received this message in error, please notify the sender and delete the email immediately.
[ECOLOG-L] Job: National Coordinator, Landscape Conservation Cooperatives, USFWS
Below are the http://www.usa.jobs/www.USA.jobs links to the vacancy for the LCC National Coordinator position. Please share this widely and help us find the perfect candidate for this wonderful position. I can honestly state with first-hand knowledge that the person in this position has the very distinct pleasure and privilege to work with an absolutely wonderful group of highly dedicated, creative and fun professionals. The posting is scheduled to close June 3rd. Merit Promotion https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343904000https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343904000 DEU (All U.S. Citizen's) https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343897000https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343897000 If anyone has questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact myself, Seth Mott (Deputy Science Advisor, (703) 358-1969; mailto:seth_m...@fws.govseth_m...@fws.gov) or Bill Fuller (USFWS Human Resources Office; (703) 358-1743; mailto:fill_ful...@fws.govfill_ful...@fws.gov) Best regards, Doug Douglas J. Austen, Ph.D. National Coordinator, Landscape Conservation Cooperatives Office of the Science Advisor U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 4401 N. Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22203 O: 703-358-1953 C: 703-795-1348 mailto:doug_aus...@fws.govdoug_aus...@fws.gov
[ECOLOG-L] Master's Class in Applied Community Change and Peacebuilding
The Future Generations Graduate School is currently recruiting for its next Master's Class in Applied Community Change and Peacebuilding. I (communications coordinator for the Graduate School) am reaching out to various Peacebuilding listservs. The Future Generations Graduate School (http://www.future.edu/www.future.edu) offers a Master's Degree in Applied Community Change with concentrations in Peacebuilding and Conservation. The next peacebuilding class will begin Nov. 2013. To apply, visit http://www.future.edu/admissionswww.future.edu/admissions. Applications are due by August 15, 2013.
[ECOLOG-L] Work for your ESA meeting registration
https://www.facebook.com/esa.org?ref=streamhc_location=streamEcological Society of https://www.facebook.com/esa.org?ref=streamhc_location=streamAmerica Students attending the Minneapolis meeting, we need your help to run the conference! We'll reimburse registration for volunteers who complete their hours. Apply here by June 13: http://www.esa.org/esa/?page_id=6859http://www.esa.org/esa/?page_id=6859
