[ECOLOG-L] grad student opportunities in population/community/evolutionary ecology at UCalgary

[Jeremy Fox]

I am looking for 2 graduate students to start in Fall 2014 (earlier start
may be possible). Applications at both the MSc and PhD level are welcome.

Research in my lab addresses fundamental questions about population,
community, and/or eco-evolutionary dynamics, typically via a combination of
experiments and mathematical modeling. My own work uses protist microcosms
as a model system, but students in my lab often work in other systems as
appropriate for their own questions. Current and recent student projects
include the ecology and evolution of plant-pollinator interaction networks,
local adaptation to abiotic and biotic selection pressures in alpine plants,
and effects of intraspecific genetic variation on interspecific competition
and coexistence in bean beetles.

For more on my lab and my research, see my homepage:
http://homepages.ucalgary.ca/~jefox/Home.htm. 

The University of Calgary is one of Canada’s leading research universities.
The Dept. of Biological Sciences has a large graduate program (>140 graduate
students, approximately 40% of them in ecology and evolution). The city of
Calgary is home to over 1 million people, and is 45 min. drive from the
Rocky Mountains, with all of the opportunities for research and recreation
that implies.

For more on my mentoring philosophy, and for links to information on the
University of Calgary Biological Sciences graduate program (including
funding sources and the application process), go here:
http://homepages.ucalgary.ca/~jefox/Openings.htm

Guaranteed funding of over $20,000 CAD/year is available for 2 years (MSc)
or 4 years (PhD) through a combination of TAships, RAships, and other sources.

Interested students should contact me via email (je...@ucalgary.ca), and
attach transcripts (unofficial is fine) and contact details for three
references.

[ECOLOG-L] Ecosystem Services for Agriculture and Devleopment

[DeClerck, Fabrice (Bioversity)]

Dear all,

Today marks the first day of the Agriculture and Ecosystems 
Blog focal month on Ecosystem Services. For the 
next four weeks, we will be featuring posts that highlight ecosystem services 
approaches to agricultural development, a central and cross-cutting theme of 
the CGIAR Research Program on Water, Land and Ecosystems 
 (WLE).  Features include the Ecosystem Services 
Partnership Conference, Making Ecosystem Services 
Count, 
next week and Stockholm World Water Week the week after. Make sure to check 
back throughout the month for updates.

We are kicking the month off with the launch of the WLE Ecosystem Services and 
Resilience Framework.  Read the introductory blog post 
 highlighting the 
8 Principles here.  We encourage and welcome your feedback on the framework.  
Please add your comments to the blog 
post. Let us know 
how you think ecosystem services can be utilized to reduce poverty and boost 
agricultural production.

How do you think ecosystem services can be utilized to reduce poverty and boost 
agricultural production? http://bit.ly/16s6cX3

Ecosystem Services Month @AgEco Blog. How do you think ecosystem services can 
be utilized to reduce poverty and boot agricultural production? Join the debate 
http://bit.ly/16s6cX3

Fabrice


Fabrice DeClerck PhD.
Landscape and Community Ecologist
Program Leader
Agrobiodiversity and Ecosystem Services Program
Bioversity International
f.decle...@cgiar.org

France #: (33) 467612909
Rome #: (39) 066118243
Skype: fadeclerck

[ECOLOG-L] Summary of Responses: “Recommendations for field timelapse camera?”

[LISTON, Shawn]

I received many responses to my request for recommendations for timelapse 
cameras to use at field sites—thanks everyone for your advice and for 
sharing your experiences. Almost everyone recommended a different 
camera/set-up, however, which makes deciding which to try more challenging 
but provides lots of good options. I didn’t get any “stay away from…” 
advice, but each seems to come with its own pros and cons. I’ve summarized 
them below with contact info from folks who are good resources for these 
devices. I haven’t yet decided which I’ll use, but I really appreciate this 
valuable feedback!





Wingscapes Birdcams & Plantcams (~$100) [specs: photos + video, includes 
software to stitch photos together, 52° FOV, can add solar powerpanel $80]

– PROS: (used to record streams & stormwater ponds) inexpensive, easy to 
install/use, rainproof, works well

– CONS: lens isn’t the greatest (fixed focus), FOV is limited

Recommended by (for more info): Mark Sommerfield 
(mark.sommerfi...@montgomerycountymd.gov), Montgomery Co., MD DEP and 
Matthias Peichl (matthiaspei...@gmail.com), Swedish Univ of Agricultural 
Sciences



Moultrie Game Spy Plot Stalker (~$100) [specs: 8.0 MP, software stitches 
time-lapse images together, 16 MB internal memory (expandable to 32 GB w/SD 
card), 4 AA batteries or attach Moultrie Power Panel (solar, ~$50])

– PROS: (used to record stream flow) decent waterproof housing; several 
photo resolution and frequency settings; good battery life

– CONS: had to construct additional lock box for data security

Recommended by (for more info): Ana Morales (amm...@iastate.edu), Iowa 
State Univ



Wingscapes TimelapseCam 8.0 (~$100) [specs: 40-43°FOV, photo + video, 4AA 
batteries, 8 MP]

– PROS: (used to record rattlesnake behavior) solar panels available to 
extend battery life; image quality is pretty good (able to ID snake species)

– CONS: shut off in very hot weather (>90 F in full sun)

Recommended by (for more info): Melissa Amarello (m.amare...@gmail.com), 
www.socialsnakes.org



Bushnell TrophyCam HD (~$200) [specs: 8 MP, HD video w/audio record; hyper 
night vision; tags images w/GPS coords, widescreen or full-screen setups, 
up to 32GB SD-card capacity]

– PROS: has field scan mode that you can use for set time pictures and a 
motion detector; affordable, batter life is extremely long (runs on AAs); 
they make protective lockboxes that you could easily waterproof; has flash; 
8 MP camera gets good shots with relatively wide FOV

– CONS: 

Recommended by (for more info): Britt Johnson (brittany.john...@dri.edu), 
Desert Research Institute



DLC Covert Extreme Red 40 (~$200) [specs: 8MP w/video, built-in 2”LCD 
viewer]

– PROS: (used for camera trapping of shorebirds); pretty good time interval 
presets and decent battery life; very weatherproof

– CONS: some camera failure (1 in 7 in extreme rainy/humid weather)

Recommended by (for more info): Ana Guerra (asgue...@stanford.edu), 
Stanford Univ



Canon A810 (~$75) w/ power adapter kit and 12V to 3V converter & waterproof 
housing (~$200)

– PROS: can install CHDK script to have hourly pictures taken; wider field 
of view & better picture quality (compared birdcams)

– CONS: more complex configuration than packaged trailcams

Recommended by (for more info): Matthias Peichl (matthiaspei...@gmail.com), 
Swedish Univ of Agricultural Sciences



GoPro Hero2s (~$300) w/ ‘Cam-do’ time-lapse controller (~$100) and battery 
backpack (~$50) [specs: small, light, HD, 1080p video, 170° wide angle, 
11MP photos @10 photos/sec]

– PROS: (used underwater) very waterproof; great battery life

– CONS: more expensive than backyard birdcam; Cam-do customer service & 
manual not user-friendly

Recommended by (for more info): Kevin Turner (krtur...@uw.edu), Univ of 
Washington



Reconyx (>$450) [several models available]

– PROS: (used to record stream & ice dynamics throughout winter months) 
good battery life, options for timed and motion photos; very rugged- held 
up well in cold and wet weather (SD winter)

– CONS: costly

Recommended by (for more info): Malia Volke (malia.vo...@sdstate.edu), 
South Dakota State Univ

[ECOLOG-L] Any publications on stable isotope work being done for freshwater turtles?

[Allen Salzberg (HerpDigest)]

I just did a quick search to see if i could find any publications on stable
isotope work being done for freshwater turtles and only came up with one
direct hit and a few maybe's (heap of sea turtle stuff). Is this really the
case? Has no one really looked at where f/w turtles sit in regards to
trophic structure in rivers etc? If i am missing something here is it
possible to get pointed in the right direction? Oh yeah and i also wanted to
know if there is a humane (no huge gaping open biopsy holes) non lethal way
say/site to get tissue that is suitable for this type of work?

Thanks for all the help. I love being a part of this group.

Sincerely

Jason Schaffer
Phd Candidate/Research Officer
Tropical Water & Aquatic Ecosystem Research (TropWater)
Australian Tropical Science and Innovation Precinct (ATSIP)
School of Earth and Environmental Science
James Cook University, Townsville QLD, Australia
(07) 4781-5496
Mob: 0437142227
jason.schaff...@jcu.edu.au
Member of IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group

[ECOLOG-L] Reminder: Student Scholarship Opportunity for DC, MD and VA - Mid Atlantic Region Environmental Professionals (MAREP)

[Astrid Caldas]

Hello ECOLOG,

This is a reminder that we are accepting applicati


Hello ECOLOG,

This is a reminder that we are accepting applications for our student 
scholarship, and that the deadline for application is September 15.  


The
scholarship consists of one (1) award of $2,500.00 for the academic year of 
2013-2014. 
Please note that only students who are working towards an environmental degree 
(either a major or a graduate degree) are eligible. This means Environmental 
Sciences, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Sustainability, etc. Students who are 
pursuing a degree that can be "related to the environment" such as computer 
sciences working with GIS for conservation purposes, or business degree working 
with sustainability are not eligible. The degree to be obtained must be 
specifically in an environmental field, and the student must be enrolled for 
the duration of the academic year 2013-2014.  

MAREP advocates the pursuit of knowledge in an
ever-expanding field and wishes to assist students who are pursuing/advancing a
career as an Environmental Professional. The recipient of the scholarship will 
be selected in September of
2013, and the $2,500 award will be available for the 2013-2014 academic year.
 


Guidelines and an application form can be found at 
http://marepweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/MAREP-Scholarship-Application_20131.pdf
 .  Please email me if you have questions.

Thanks!

 
Astrid Caldas, PhD
    Science for Better Environmental Policy

P: 240-4605275
I blog at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/astrid-caldas/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/acaldas
http://twitter.com/climategeek

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Director of the Eastern Shore Laboratory

[David Inouye]

The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) invites applications 
from highly qualified, energetic, and motivated candidates for the 
position of Director of the Eastern Shore Laboratory. This is a full 
time faculty position with significant administrative 
responsibilities. Position rank and tenure eligibility will be 
determined upon review of candidate credentials. The position will 
begin summer 2014.


About the Eastern Shore Laboratory (ESL): The ESL is one of two 
satellite campuses of VIMS. It is located in a coastal fishing 
village on the Atlantic coast of Virginia in the town of 
Wachapreague. The ESL is a marine field laboratory with the primary 
mission of serving the research, education, and outreach missions of 
VIMS, but it also supports research and education activities by 
visiting scientists from numerous other colleges and universities 
from around the nation. The ESL has 10 resident technical, 
administrative and facilities staff, state-of-the-art seawater 
laboratory facilities, and on-campus lodging. Further information on 
the ESL may be accessed through the web at http://www.vims.edu/esl/index.php.


About VIMS: VIMS has a three-part mission to conduct 
interdisciplinary research in coastal ocean and estuarine science, 
educate students and citizens, and provide advisory service to policy 
makers, industry, and the public. The School of Marine Science at 
VIMS is the graduate school in marine science for the College of 
William & Mary. Chartered in 1940, VIMS is currently among the 
largest marine research and education centers in the United States. 
VIMS employs approximately 60 full-time faculty members, more than 
250 staff, and enrolls approximately 100 graduate students in 
master's and doctoral programs. There are four academic departments 
at VIMS: Biological Sciences, Environmental and Aquatic Animal 
Health, Fisheries Science, and Physical Sciences. Further information 
on the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the School of Marine 
Science may be accessed through the web at: www.vims.edu.


The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an 
extramurally-funded research program and to participate in the 
education program by developing and teaching field courses at the 
undergraduate and graduate levels. The Director has the further 
responsibility of continuing the on-going expansion of the ESL 
through programmatic development, private sector fund-raising and 
campus re-development. The Director also serves as a point of contact 
for advice on marine issues to natural resource agencies, local 
government and marine-related industries on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.


For more information please see the official posting, 
https://jobs.wm.edu/postings/14961. 

[ECOLOG-L] Collecting data on wild Helianthus annuus

[Nicole Soper Gorden]

Hello Ecolog friends,

I am looking for volunteers who are willing to take photos of wild
populations of Helianthus annuus (annual sunflower) in America.  The
photo-taking process is easy, non-destructive, and involves taking digital
pictures of flower heads straight on with an ID card and collecting simple
data like GPS coordinates.  Collecting data from a population, including
taking the pictures, should take 10-15 minutes.

Ideally, I am trying to get data from along a large latitudinal gradient;
our lab group is doing some traveling in the Midwest for other research,
but I would like to supplement the range of those pictures if possible.  If
you are interested in helping me and/or know of any wild populations of
Helianthus annuus near you, feel free to contact me directly.

Thanks in advance for any help any of you are willing to offer!

Best,
Nicole Soper Gorden
Postdoctoral Researcher
Project Baseline:  www.baselineseedbank.org
University of Minnesota Duluth

[ECOLOG-L] 2014 ESA Annual Meeting: Symposium and Organized Session Proposals Due Sept 26

[Jennifer Riem]

Call for Proposals
Symposia, Organized Oral Sessions, and Organized Poster Sessions

99th Annual Meeting of the Ecological Society of America
Sacramento, California
August 10-15, 2014
http://www.esa.org/sacramento

Deadline for Submission: September 26, 2013
Only proposals that are complete and submitted by 5:00 PM Eastern Time will be 
considered.

We invite proposals for Symposia, Organized Oral Sessions, and Organized Poster 
Sessions for ESA's 99th Annual Meeting to be held in Sacramento, California. 
The theme for the 2014 meeting is "From Oceans to Mountains: It's All Ecology." 
That's right! Ecology is everywhere. Whether we are exploring the depths of the 
ocean, arid desert communities, or frigid mountaintops, we find abundant 
ecological interaction among organisms and environment. These fascinating 
relationships abound in every setting. California is an especially interesting 
setting for studying ecology. It has all these and more! Its 160,000 square 
miles is a center of extraordinary biodiversity and endemism, containing more 
plant and animal species and more endemic species than any other state in the 
United States. Our theme emphasizes the inherent ecological diversity of the 
state, fitting well between the theme of the 99th Annual Ecological Society of 
America Meeting's emphasis on learning from the past and the 100th Annual 
Meeting in 2015 which will develop a blueprint to shape the future.

Session proposals related to the meeting's theme are highly encouraged, but any 
timely and coherent subject of broad interest will be considered. We also 
welcome proposals that explore interdisciplinary connections with areas of 
social and natural science outside of ecology or that relate to ecological 
education at any level. Proposals examining historical topics and the history 
of ecology are also encouraged. All proposals will be peer reviewed.

Symposia are the scientific centerpiece of the meeting. They are limited to 
half-day sessions (3.5 hours) of 6 speakers each. Time devoted to synthesis, 
summary, and discussion is strongly encouraged. This meeting will include 24 
symposia.

Organized Oral Sessions are organized around a specific topic with speakers 
invited by the organizer. Compared to Symposia, there is less emphasis on 
breadth of appeal and overall synthesis and they may be comprised largely of 
related case studies. Organized oral sessions are limited to half-day sessions 
(3.5 hours). There is no set number of accepted Organized Oral Session 
proposals for the meeting.

Organized Poster Sessions are sets of posters (in multiples of 5) organized 
around a specific topic. All of the presenters are invited by the organizer. 
Organized poster sessions will be scheduled at the same time as regular poster 
sessions. All posters in each organized poster session will be placed as a 
group in a designated area of the exhibit hall.

For additional information, please visit: http://www.esa.org/sacramento

If you have any questions, please contact the Program Chair, Hal Balbach 
(hal.e.balb...@usace.army.mil) or the Science Programs Coordinator, Jennifer 
Riem (jenni...@esa.org)

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Biologist, Casper, WY

[David Inouye]

Biologist – Casper, WY

Cardno ENTRIX

Cardno ENTRIX is an environmental and natural 
resource management consultancy providing a broad 
suite of services in Water Resources Management, 
Natural Resources Management, Permitting & 
Compliance, and Liability Management. Clients 
turn to Cardno ENTRIX for help navigating complex 
environmental, natural resource, and business 
challenges because of our creative 
problem-solving and the successful track record of our multidisciplinary team.


Cardno ENTRIX is seeking to fill a full-time 
position for a biologist based in the Casper, WY 
office. The selected hire will work with a 
multidisciplinary team of accomplished 
hydrologists, geologists, archaeologists, 
engineers and planners on a variety of projects 
in the Rockies/Northern Plains and the western 
United States. The majority of the projects will 
include field and non-field biological 
investigations for energy, transportation, other 
infrastructure, and federal and state agency projects.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

> Field and technical participation

> Assisting in report and proposal writing, task 
management, including final reports and NEPA documents


> Some client and agency contact

> Technical support to various projects

> Research and mapping

Minimum Requirements:

> B.S. degree in biology, field biology, or closely related field is required

> 4 or more years of relevant experience in 
Rockies/Northern Plains conducting protected 
species surveys, habitat evaluations, data review 
and analysis, and drafting reports


> Familiarity with listed species in 
Rockies/Northern Plains, along with state and 
federal protected listing regulations


> Strong field assessment skills

> Knowledge and facility with appropriate regional biological references

> Training and experience in identification of 
threatened and endangered species


> Must have field biology skills, ability to 
conduct field work, at times for long hours or under strenuous circumstances


> Excellent oral and written communication skills

> Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

> Must be able to travel to other Cardno ENTRIX offices through the US

> Must have a valid driver’s license

Desired Qualifications:

> M.S. degree in biology or related field

> Minimum 2 years direct experience in environmental consulting

> Experience with federal and state agency 
coordination on relevant regulations


> Detail focused, resourceful, self-motivated

> Solid time management and follow-through 
skills, with the ability to simultaneously work 
on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines


> Ability to work well with a diverse, 
multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, team oriented work environment


> Ability to participate with professional 
discretion and judgment in meetings and 
consultation with review/regulatory agencies


> Positive and energetic attitude

> Flexible and team-oriented

> NEPA, ESA, and CWA hands-on experience preferred

> Bilingual capabilities (Spanish) a plus

* Please note that selected candidates will be 
required to pass a drug, background and reference 
screening prior to receiving an offer.


Cardno ENTRIX is an equal opportunity employer

To apply: send resume to j...@entrix.com

Peggy Dunkley
HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR
CARDNO ENTRIX


Phone (+1) 925-935-9920 Fax (+1) 925-935-5368 Direct (+1) 925-988-1256
Address 2300 Clayton Road Suite 200, Concord, CA 94520 USA
Email 
peggy.dunk...@cardno.com 
Web www.cardno.com - www.cardnoentrix.com

[ECOLOG-L] Poster Session: 2013 Restoring the West

[Justin Britton]

Dear Ecologgers,

Restoring the West Conference 2013 is now accepting submission for the Poster 
Session. This year’s theme is “Change Agents and Managing for Forest 
Resilience”.  Poster submissions are encouraged from anyone wanting to 
highlight their work and ideas relating to this theme.  The deadline for 
submissions is September 13, 2013, though submitting earlier may help assure 
that we have space for your poster. More information regarding the conference 
and poster submissions can be found at http://www.restoringthewest.org/.

[ECOLOG-L] E&E Chair opening, Stony Brook University

[Stephen Baines]

CHAIR- Department of Ecology and Evolution

Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, United States


The Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University is seeking
an individual with an outstanding academic background in any field of
ecology or evolutionary biology to serve as the Department Chair.  The
successful candidate should have internationally recognized research
credentials, a track record of extramurally funded research, demonstrated
commitment to excellence in research and teaching, and proven leadership
skills in an academic environment.  Applicants should present a compelling
vision to guiding the future trajectory of the Department, and capitalizing
on the new initiatives put forward by the Department and University.  The
successful candidate will teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses
according to their area of expertise.


The Department is a dynamic and growing department in a Tier I, AAU university
offering competitive teaching loads and startups.  Information about
department faculty and our strong graduate training program is available at
http://life.bio.sunysb. * **edu/ee/*.  Areas of
strength in our program include population genetics, conservation ecology,
molecular evolution and phylogenetics, evolutionary genomics, species
interactions, invasion ecology, biogeography, mathematical ecology, and
marine and freshwater ecology. The Department has recently benefited from
new University initiatives that include faculty hiring in a new
cross-departmental human evolution major, and active involvement in a number
of campus-wide multi­ disciplinary cluster hires.  SUNY 2020 has
reinvigorated Stony Brook University with increasing resources and a drive
for academic excellence.  The University is a member of the prestigious
Association of American Universities and co-manager of nearby Brookhaven
National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research laboratory supporting
world class scientific programs utilizing state of-the-art facilities.  Stony
Brook University Medical Center is Suffolk County's only academic medical
center and tertiary care provider.  Collaborations are also possible with
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories.  The campus is close to marine and
terrestrial research sites, including 50,000 acres of legally protected pine
barrens and woodlands.  While in the New York metropolitan area, Stony Brook
is located on the north shore of eastern Long Island, NY, with access to
farmlands, vineyards, miles of beaches, and convenient access to the
cultural resources of New York City.


Applicants must hold a PhD in Ecology, Evolution, Statistics or related
field, and have demonstrated excellence in research and leadership.
Applications are due September 30, 2013. Applicants should complete the
Academic Jobs application process online at
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2939.  The application process
consists of: 1) State employment
application,
2) cover letter detailing administrative leadership experiences and
philosophy, 3) research and teaching experience, 4) resume, and 5) the
names and contact details of three academic referees for
recommendation.  *Electronic
submission via academicjobsonline is strongly preferred.*


Alternatively, applicants may submit the application materials by mail
to:  Douglas
Futuyma, Chair of Search Committee, c/o Donna DiGiovanni, Assistant to
Chair, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Life Sciences Building, Room
650, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5245, For a full position
description, application procedures, and to apply online, visit
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2939.

[ECOLOG-L] Biodiversity Postdoctoral Associate (NatureServe and Stony Brook University)

[Anne Frances]

NatureServe, an international nonprofit conservation organization, in 
collaboration with Stony Brook University, is seeking a Biodiversity 
Postdoctoral Associate to join its team of scientists. The Biodiversity Postdoc 
will collaborate with a multi-institutional team on a project titled: 
"Integrating genetic, taxonomic, and functional diversity of tetrapods across 
the Americas and through extinction risk." The project will examine the 
ecological and evolutionary factors that influence the relationships among the 
three dimensions of biodiversity (trait, taxonomic and phylogenetic), and use 
extinction risk data to predict impending changes in these relationships. The 
postdoc will guide development of research questions, perform analyses of 
tetrapod distribution and trait data using R, model distributions in GIS, and 
write manuscripts.

A Ph.D. is required for the position. The ideal candidate will have a strong 
theoretical and analytical background in biodiversity science with a proven 
track record of senior-authored publications, proficiency at biodiversity data 
analysis, strong R skills, and experience with GIS/RS and spatial analyses.

The successful candidate will be an employee of NatureServe (located in 
Arlington, Virginia) but based full time in the Department of Ecology and 
Evolution at Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY (under the guidance of Dr. 
Catherine Graham). NatureServe offers a competitive nonprofit benefits package 
that includes a 401(k) savings and retirement plan with matching contributions; 
health and dental insurance; short and long-term disability; annual and sick 
leave; and life insurance. Applicants must have permission to work in the 
United States.

Review of applications will begin Tuesday, 2 September 2013, and the starting 
date for the one-year (with possibility of renewal for 2 additional years 
contingent upon performance) position is as soon as the successful applicant is 
able to join the team. Please click on this link 
[http://natureserve.iapplicants.com/searchjobs.php] for detailed information 
about this job, the organization, and how to apply.

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor Position @ Santa Clara University

[Noreen Golden]

Assistant Professor of Environmental Science

The Department of Environmental Studies & Sciences at Santa Clara University
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in
Environmental Science to begin Fall 2014. Applicants should have a Ph.D.
(completion required by the time of appointment) in climate science,
renewable energy, environmental technology, or a closely related natural
science field. Post-doctoral research and undergraduate teaching experience
preferred. The successful candidate will have a research plan with clear
opportunities to involve undergraduates, preferably in field work, and will
present evidence of successful teaching and demonstrate the ability to
conduct externally-funded research. Research areas of particular interest
include atmospheric and oceanic sciences, paleoclimate, renewable energy, or
other green technologies with implications for climate change. Ability to
teach GIS preferred. Teaching responsibilities include an introductory lab
course entitled Soil, Water, and Air; and upper division courses in Climate
Science and Solutions, Environmental Technology, or other areas relevant to
energy and/or climate. For more information about our programs and faculty
see http://www.scu.edu/envs. To see the full job ad, visit
http://www.scu.edu/hr/careers/faculty.cfm?id=3848.

To ensure consideration, arrange for three letters of recommendation to be
sent under separate cover and send: (1) curriculum vita; (2) copies of
graduate transcripts (unofficial OK); (3) summaries of teaching evaluations
and sample syllabi; (4) a representative example of your scholarship, and
(5) a letter of application articulating your teaching philosophy, your
research plans, your potential to foster intra- and interdepartmental
connections at Santa Clara, and your experiences working with people of
diverse cultures and identities to e...@scu.edu by September 30, 2013.

Located in the heart of northern California’s Silicon Valley, Santa Clara is
a private, Catholic Jesuit university committed to promoting social justice
in a comprehensive educational setting. It is an AA/EOE employer. Faculty
are teaching-scholars who balance a commitment to quality teaching with
active programs of research. A full-time teaching load is 7 courses per year
on a quarter system, with a 1-course reduction for research. Housing
assistance is available. This position is contingent upon the availability
of funding.
Queries may be addressed to the search committee chair, Virginia Matzek
(vmat...@scu.edu).

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Asst. Prof., Pollinator Health & Sustainability, University of Maryland, College Park

[David Inouye]

http://jobs.sciencecareers.org/job/314951/assistant-professor/?TrackID=28971#sc=emailfriend&me=email&cm=314951