[ECOLOG-L] Course Modelling Dinamics in Biology, Barcelona, Spain, February 4-7

[Soledad De Esteban Trivigno]

Dear Colleagues,
 
Registration is open for the course "MODELLING DINAMICS IN BIOLOGY", February
4-7, 2014.

Instructors: Dr. Andreea Munteanu (CGR, Spain) and Dr. Carlos Rodríguez-Caso
(Universidad Pompeu Fabra, Spain)
 
Place:  Premises of Sabadell of the Institut Català de Paleontologia Miquel
Crusafont, Sabadell, Barcelona (Spain).

The current course will present an overview of systems biology with emphasis on
the necessity, uses and pitfalls of dynamical modelling in biology. It
introduces the required language and philosophy for a smooth and fruitful
collaboration between life scientists and theoreticians (i.e. mathematicians,
physicists, computer scientists). The main goal of the course is not a detailed
description of the modelling tools in systems biology, but a thorough overview
of the terminology and applicability range of these methodologies. The time
dedication throughout the course will be one-third for theoretical introduction,
and two thirds for modelling applications for very diverse biological systems.
The participants will acquire the necessary skills to understand and interpret
models and modelling results from scientific articles, and will take the first
steps into building their own mathematical models.

Organized by: Transmitting Science and the Institut Catalá de Paleontologia.
 
More info: http://www.transmittingscience.org/courses/syst-bio/intro-system-bio/
or writing to cour...@transmittingscience.org
 
With best regards
 
Soledad De Esteban Trivigno, PhD.   
Course Director   
 

 

[ECOLOG-L] Are negative doubling times actually halving times (as in radioactive decay)?

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

Dear Ecolog-Listers:

Yesterday, as I was teaching an environmental sciences course, I came
across a negative doubling time. My gut reaction was that, while, of
course, the population is not increasing (let alone doubling), the
arithmetic solution represented the halving time, if the population
continues "growing" at that rate.

Please, send any reply directly to blayjo...@gmail.com. Thanks for any
feedback.

Peace and wellness, sincerely,

Jorge

Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD

[ECOLOG-L] Farm bill action alert

[Nadine Lymn]

The Ecological Society of America encourages members to contact their 
representatives to sustain several important conservation programs as a new 
farm bill is authorized. 

The Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-234) expired in 2012. 
Congress and the White House enacted a temporary extension of most farm bill 
programs, which expire Sept. 30. The extension did not include conservation 
programs. While the Senate has passed legislation to reauthorize a number of 
critical environmental programs, the House-passed alternative either severely 
curtails or zeroes out funding for these programs. 

If this concerns you, please contact your Members of Congress and Senators 
requesting they maintain critical conservation provisions included in the 
Senate bill, including: 

Fund the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and Conservation Reserve 
Program. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program gives financial 
assistance to farmers who implement conservation practices that preserve 
natural resources and ecosystems and save energy. The Conservation Reserve 
Program is a rental-payment program that provides farmers with incentives to 
remove environmentally-sensitive land from agricultural production to preserve 
water, soil quality and wildlife habitat. 

Include the Senate bill's conservation compliance provisions. Unlike the House 
bill, the Senate bill includes a provision requiring that farmers comply with 
basic conservation requirements in order to receive federal subsidies for crop 
insurance. 

Include the Senate bill's bipartisan sodsaver provision. The sodsaver provision 
was originally added at the committee level as an amendment by Sens. John Thune 
(R-SD), Mike Johanns (R-NE) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH). The provision preserves 
native prairie through various subsidy reduction measures intended to 
discourage farmers from agricultural production on native grasslands. 

According to the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office, the reforms in the 
Senate farm bill cut $12.9 billion in spending over the next 10 years. The 
above measures help farmers, sustain valuable agricultural production, create 
wildlife habitat and improve the water quality in our rural communities and 
beyond. 

To contact your US representative, click here: 
http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/

To contact your US Senator, click here: 
http://www.senate.gov/pagelayout/general/one_item_and_teasers/contacting.htm

[ECOLOG-L] 2014 Central Hardwood Forest Conference Extended oral presentation submission deadline

[Eric Holzmueller]

The submission deadline for an oral presentation for the 19th Central
Hardwood Forest Conference in Carbondale, IL has been extended to October 1,
2013.

Authors giving an oral presentation will have the option to submit a
extended abstract or full manuscript that will be published as US Forest
Service GTR. 


The steering committee is especially interested in featuring sessions on
cross cutting management theme areas such as the following:

   •Forest wildlife habitat
   •Forest restoration in big river systems
   •Fire and natural areas
   •Invasive species
   •Reclamation to forest cover


Presentation and Publication Submission Deadlines

   Oral presentations:
  250 word submission abstract (October 1, 2013)
  Full manuscript submission for peer review (October 31, 2013)
  or
  750 word extended abstract for publication (January 31, 2014)
   
   Poster presentations:
  250 word submission abstract (November 29, 2013)
  750 word extended abstract for publication (January 31, 2014)

Submit abstracts to: 2014centralhardw...@gmail.com

Please visit the conference website for more details: http://centralhardwood.org

[ECOLOG-L] post-doctoral fellowship in land remote sensing

[Henebry, Geoffrey]

Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Land Remote Sensing

We are seeking a post-doctoral fellow in the field of quantitative land remote 
sensing. The candidate's primary responsibility will be to conduct research in 
NOAA-funded projects on the monitoring land surface phenology from JPSS VIIRS 
or the estimating emissions from biomass burning from geostationary satellites. 
The fellow will develop algorithms and implement them in software to generate 
operational products. The funding is currently available for three years. 
Salary and benefits are nationally competitive.

The position will be located in the Geospatial Sciences Center of Excellence 
(GSCE). The GSCE is a joint venture linking South Dakota State University 
(SDSU) with the United States Geological Survey's Center for Earth Resources 
Observation and Science (EROS). It is a dynamic internationally recognized 
research center located in a small university town in South Dakota which was 
recently ranked the state with the 5th highest quality of life in the US. The 
GSCE is a friendly research environment that has excellent research 
infrastructure and computing support.

Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in remote sensing, geography, natural 
resources, or a related field. Preferred candidates will have experience in the 
following areas: (1) quantitative satellite data analysis of land surface 
properties; (2) computer programming using C/C++ or IDL in Linux/Unix; and (3) 
data analysis using image processing, and statistical software.

To apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) a brief statement of 
research experience, interests, and goals, and (iii) the contact information 
for three references to Dr. Xiaoyang Zhang, Geospatial Sciences Center of 
Excellence, South Dakota State University, 1021 Medary Ave, Wecota Hall Box 
506B, Brookings, SD 57007-3510, USA (or via email to: 
xiaoyang.zh...@sdstate.edu). South Dakota State University is committed to 
affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its faculty, staff 
and students. Review of applications will begin on September 25 and continue 
until the position has been filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Opening: Assistant Professor in Population Ecology at University of Idaho

[Conway, Courtney J.]

Assistant Professor in Population Ecology:  Department of Fish and Wildlife 
Sciences, University of Idaho, seeks an Assistant Professor in Animal 
Population Ecology and Modeling.  Position will be 30-35% teaching, 45-60% 
scholarship and 10-25% advising/outreach/service.  Incumbent will develop an 
extramurally funded research program addressing ecological and 
management-relevant questions related to ecology/dynamics of wild animal 
populations.  Courses include:  senior-level population ecology, graduate 
course in population analysis, and graduate course or seminar in area of 
specialty.  Requirements include expertise in population ecology and modeling 
with emphasis on impacts of anthropogenic and natural influences on wildlife 
populations, knowledge of processes affecting wildlife populations, 
demonstrated research productivity through external funding and publications, 
and commitment to teaching excellence.  Review of applications will begin on 1 
October 2013.  Starting date August 2014.  For a complete description and to 
apply online visit: 
https://www.sites.uidaho.edu/AppTrack/Agency/Applicant/ViewAnnouncement.asp?announcement_no=1051846.
  Contact Dr. Courtney Conway with questions; 208-885-6176.

[ECOLOG-L] Rangeland Weed Forum - Nov. 5

[Maddison Easley]

The Sierra Foothill Research and Extension Center (SFREC) will be 
hosting a forum 9am - 4pm on November 5, 2013, focusing on the ecology and 
management of medusahead and barb goatgrass on California rangeland. This 
free event aims to attract university researchers, producers, land 
managers and conservation professionals to Browns Valley, California, to 
discuss current research knowledge and experiences on these invasive 
rangeland grasses. 
 “Our goal is to unite individuals across the state that are currently 
studying medusahead and barb goatgrass. With the sharing of information 
about these economically painful species, the best management techniques 
can be utilized and put to work more efficiently,” said Jeremy James, 
SFREC Director and Ph.D. of Plant Sciences. 
 Specific information that will be shared includes: 
• How these species establish and spread 
• How to optimally apply herbicide, grazing and fire to control these 
invasive species 
• Land managers experience controlling medusahead and barb goatgrass at a 
ranch scale 
• NRCS programs and resources to fight rangeland weeds 
 Online registration is available through the SFREC website at 
http://ucanr.edu/sites/sfrec/. The event flyer can be found at 
http://ucanr.edu/sites/sfrec/files/171895.pdf. 
 For more information contact Elise Gornish at egorn...@ucdavis.edu. 

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate School

[Kevin Klein]

Greetings All,

Apologies for any cross postings.  I've got a question from a graduating
senior in environmental studies.  She is interested in pursuing a graduate
degree in environmental studies with an emphasis in entomology combined
with a study of economics.  What graduate programs might exist, either in
the U.S. or Europe (German language preferred) that she could explore?

Best wishes,


   *Kevin Klein
[image: True Blue] 
*
Professor of Economics
Program Coordinator- Environmental Biology and Ecological Studies
Co-Chair - Environmental Program Development Committee


Illinois College
1101 West College Avenue
Jacksonville, IL 62650
217.245.3474

Survey of Economics, 4e, by Dolan and
Klein,
2010, **BVT Publishing,
 
 
 My Web page 

[ECOLOG-L] Encyclopedia of Life: Student Research and Writing Project

[Tracy Barbaro]

The Encyclopedia of Life (EOL, www.eol.org) is a global collaboration among 
scientists and the general public to make authoritative information and 
literature about all 1.9 million named species freely accessible online.

We are reaching out to faculty that teach higher level courses, about the 
opportunity of having undergraduate and graduate students research and 
synthesize information about species on EOL’s high priority taxa list (pages 
in need of content) and then summarize this information in an overview 
suitable for the general public. Other options include researching and 
writing about individual topics such as ecology,habitat, morphology, etc.

Instructors are responsible for reviewing student work. The EOL Learning + 
Education team will provide guidance, supporting materials and can help 
facilitate the upload of reviewed information to the Encyclopedia of Life.

The benefits of this activity for students include an opportunity to 
research and synthesize information to communicate science to the general 
public. Students, instructors and institutions receive attribution and 
recognition on the Encyclopedia of Life.

See an examples of past student work here:
http://eol.org/collections/46171

For a full description of this project, please see: 
http://www.edulifedesks.org/files/edulifedesks/student_contributions_to_eol.
pdf

If interested in participating in this activity for this semester, quarter 
or trimester, please send an email to: tbarb...@eol.org

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellow – Modeling High-Latitude Soil Carbon Cycling

[Matthew Wallenstein]

*Postdoctoral Fellow – Modeling High-Latitude Soil Carbon Cycling
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory
Colorado State University*




The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory at Colorado State University (CSU)
seek candidates for a postdoctoral fellow position focusing on developing,
testing, and applying numerical models of microbial ecology and
high-latitude soil carbon cycling processes in land models. An important
goal of the analysis will be incorporating these processes into the
Community Land Model (CLM) and Community Earth System Model (CESM) to study
their impact on predictions of future high-latitude climate feedbacks over
the 21st century. The work will be done in close collaboration with
experimentalists at CSU studying how soil organic matter priming and
formation are affected by plant input chemistry and climate. The modeling
component of the project is led by Bill Riley and Jinyun Tang at Lawrence
Berkeley National Laboratory, and the overall project is led by Matthew
Wallenstein at CSU. The postdoctoral fellow will be based in Berkeley, CA
but will have regular interactions with the experimentalists at CSU.



The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to generate original research
questions related to the project. These may include methods to integrate
field and lab measurements into model formulations, creative methods to
represent the complex competitive soil environment in climate models,
spatial and temporal scaling issues, or methods to calculate feedbacks
between the studied processes and the atmosphere.



*Required Qualifications:*   The postdoctoral fellow must have earned a
Ph.D. prior to June 2014. Strong mathematical skills and prior experience
with numerical modeling of ecosystem processes are required.



*Desired Qualifications:*

Candidates should demonstrate experience and expertise in soil carbon
cycling and/or soil microbial processes, and have a broad perspective of
ecosystem processes. Candidates should exhibit a strong ability to
collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and possess ability to develop
novel research. Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral
and written), and a high level of productivity should be demonstrated.

Salary:  $60,000.  The initial appointment will be for a one-year period,
and will be renewed for up to two years, contingent on satisfactory
progress and sufficient funding.

A full description of benefits is available at
http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/benefits/. To apply, submit cover letter,
resume, and names and contact information for three references to:
http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/employment-opportunities.html.  References
will not be contacted without prior approval. For full consideration, apply
by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2013.



Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age,
color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability,
veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity
or expression. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal
access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse
workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws,
regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and
affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101
Student Services.



Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive
learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background
investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment.
Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history,
national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.

[ECOLOG-L] Lacawac Ecology Conference (Sept 27-28) - NE Penn. - Deadline extended

[Lesley Knoll]

We are excited to announce the annual Lacawac Ecology Conference (LEC) to be 
held September 27 - 28, 2013 at Lacawac Sanctuary in the Poconos of 
Northeast Pennsylvania (Lake Ariel, PA). 

UPDATE: The registration deadline has been extended to Sept. 13, 2013. For 
more details see the LEC webpage: http://www.lacawac.org/?p=96 or contact 
Lesley Knoll: lesley.kn...@lacawac.org

LEC provides:
- A great venue for connecting with regional scientists
- An opportunity to discuss research ideas in an informal setting (for both 
students and faculty)
- Building new collaborations in the Northeast Region
- Lodging in our beautiful and historic Great Camp Lodge - listed on the 
National Register of Historic Places

This year we have Dr. Lynn Christenson from Vassar College as our plenary 
speaker. She is an ecologist who has worked on diverse projects including: 
how invasive insect pests influence forest nutrient cycling, how shifts in 
winter climate regimes will impact multiple levels of forest community 
structure and function, and how atmospheric nitrogen deposition in the 
Catskills Mountains can influence forest nutrient dynamics. 


LEC Organizing Committee: Lesley Knoll, Bruce Hargreaves, Dale Holen, Paul 
Wilson, and Craig Williamson

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher in Spatial & Movement Ecology

[Thomas Mueller]

Postdoctoral Researcher in Spatial & Movement Ecology 

Bill Fagan’s ecology lab at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD, has 
a new opening for a 
Postdoctoral Researcher in Spatial & Movement Ecology. This dynamic lab group, 
which currently 
includes two research assistant scientists, three postdocs, four graduate 
students, and numerous 
undergraduates, is pursuing a wide variety of research efforts across empirical 
and theoretical 
applications in spatial ecology drawing upon GIS, mathematical modeling, and 
statistical analyses.  
For examples, see http://www.clfs.umd.edu/biology/faganlab/

This advertisement is for a postdoctoral position in an NSF-funded project 
focusing on the analysis of 
animal movements with a particular focus on bridging the gap between individual 
movements and 
population patterns. The candidate should have expertise in the statistical 
analysis of animal 
relocation data. In addition, good computational skills with knowledge in 
various programming 
languages (e.g., R, Python) are required. Experience in using remote sensing 
data for habitat and 
species distribution models as well as handling of large spatial databases & 
GIS software is desirable. 
Experience in approaching animal movement data from perspectives of 
multivariate stochastic 
processes, hierarchical spatial models, and/or time series analyses would be 
particularly helpful.
The successful candidate will have a PhD, likely in quantitative ecology, 
geography, or a related field.  
Prior postdoctoral experience is beneficial, but not required.

The initial appointment will be for one year, but funding is already in place 
for up to two additional 
years pending good performance. Efforts to secure substantial long-term support 
via collaborative 
grant proposals would be encouraged and, when successful, could lead to 
appointment at the level of 
research assistant scientist.  Benefits are included and pay will be 
commensurate with experience. The 
start date is negotiable, but could be as early as November 2013. 

Review of applications will begin 1 October 2013, and will continue until the 
position has been filled. 
To apply for the position, please email a CV and the names and email addresses 
of three references 
to:

Bill Fagan
Professor of Biology
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742

bfa...@umd.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Grouper Diving for Science

[Sarah Frias-Torres]

This is a post about citizen science... and scientists are also welcome




It's Goliath grouper spawning season again in Florida. 
If you are diving in Florida this month of September and early next month, 
please consider using you dive time for science, and count Goliath groupers 
during their spawning aggregation season. Here's how you can do it. 
http://grouperluna.wordpress.com/2013/09/04/grouper-diving-for-science/

Sarah Frias-Torres, Ph.D. Coordinator Reef Rescuers ProgramIsland Conservation 
Centre Nature Seychelles,Amitie, Praslin, 
Seychelleshttp://www.natureseychelles.org-and-Research 
CollaboratorSmithsonian-National Museum of Natural Historyat Smithsonian Marine 
Station, Fort Pierce, FL, USATwitter: @GrouperDocBlog: 
http://grouperluna.wordpress.comhttp://independent.academia.edu/SarahFriasTorres

  

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Lab tech in population genomics, Rutgers University

[Malin Pinsky]

Laboratory Researcher IV, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

The Pinsky Lab in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural
Resources is searching for an organized, enthusiastic, and skilled
individual to work as a population genomics technician in our new
research lab. We use population genetics and genomics to study the
ecology, evolution, and conservation of marine species around the
world.

The technician will assist the PI in managing the lab and conducting
research. Specific duties will include ordering and maintaining
equipment and supplies, processing genetic samples, preparing DNA and
RNA libraries for genotyping and next-generation sequencing,
performing basic data analysis, training students, and maintaining an
organized, safe, and productive laboratory environment. We offer an
exciting and interdisciplinary work environment, opportunities to be
involved in a wide range of ecological and evolutionary projects, and
the potential for co-authorship on scientific manuscripts.

Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field or an equivalent
combination of education and relevant experience in population
genetics, molecular biology, or molecular ecology
- Experience preparing reagents/buffers, gel electrophoresis, and PCR
- Exceptional organizational skills and strong ability to accomplish
tasks independently
- Ability to master detailed laboratory procedures
- Excellent communication and computer skills
- The ability to lift at least thirty pounds

Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a lab performing next-generation
sequencing, particularly on the Illumina platform
- Familiarity with scientific computing languages such as R, MATLAB,
Python, or Perl
- Knowledge of marine biology or ecology
- Master's degree in a related scientific field will be
viewed positively

To apply, please visit the Rutgers University Jobs website
http://uhrapps.rutgers.edu/jobs/ and search for Posting #13-002239.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact
information for three (3) references. Please  highlight your previous
experience in the laboratory. Applications are due by September 18.
Interviews will occur in late September, and the position will ideally
begin in October.

This is a full-time position, initially appointed for a period of 12
months at a yearly salary of $39,229 - $44,000 (depending on
qualifications), plus benefits. The position can be extended for at
least one year depending on performance.

More information about the Pinsky lab can be found at
http://pinsky.marine.rutgers.edu. Please contact Malin Pinsky
(malin.pin...@rutgers.edu) if you have any questions.

[ECOLOG-L] Asst. or Assoc. Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, or Geography

[Tom A. Langen - tlangen]

Clarkson University is hiring (at the tenure-track Asst. or Assoc. Professor 
level) a faculty member of Sociology, Anthropology, or Geography working at the 
intersection of human health and the environment. Clarkson, though primarily an 
undergraduate university, is research intensive and has a small graduate 
program in Environmental Policy & Governance and in Environmental Science & 
Engineering, among others. The environment is one of the Clarkson focus areas, 
and we have a strong interdisciplinary Institute for a Sustainable Environment. 
Clarkson is a good institution with some very accomplished, collaborative 
faculty.
See https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=46906

Tom Langen

Depts. of Biology, Psychology
Clarkson University

mail: (office) Box 5805, Clarkson University, Potsdam NY 13699-5805
mail: (home) 7 Pleasant St., Canton NY 13617
phone:315 268 7933 (office), 315 268 7933 (home)
fax: 315 268 7118

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Wildlife Ecologist (Sierra Nevada, CA)

[Susan Britting]

*Job Announcement: Wildlife Ecologist
*
Sierra Forest Legacy, a nonprofit conservation organization 
(http://www.sierraforestlegacy.org), is seeking a Wildlife Ecologist to 
provide technical support to our forest conservation and restoration 
program.  Sierra Forest Legacy engages citizens, communities, and 
coalition members in the healthy management of Sierra Nevada forest 
ecosystems to protect and restore the region's natural values and 
unparalleled beauty.  We apply the best practices of science, advocacy 
and grassroots organizing to safeguard national forest lands throughout 
the Sierra Nevada.


The Wildlife Ecologist joins a team of science and policy experts to 
develop and promote science-based conservation strategies on national 
forests in the Sierra Nevada. The position is responsible for providing 
professional wildlife expertise in the protection, management, and 
improvement of wildlife and wildlife habitat.


The position is open until filled. Review of applications begins 
September 23, 2013. The full job announcement and application process is 
available at 
http://www.sierraforestlegacy.org/Resources/WildlifeEcologist_8-30-13.pdf .


Sierra Forest Legacy, a project of the Tides Center, Thoreau Center for 
Sustainability, San Francisco, California, is an equal opportunity 
employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellowship in Freshwater Biodiversity

[Bradley Cardinale]

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Freshwater Biodiversity
School of Natural Resources and Environment
University of Michigan

A postdoctoral fellowship is available for a highly qualified individual to
join the Cardinale lab at the University of Michigan to work on an
NSF-funded DIMENSIONS of Biodiversity grant that examines how the evolution
of genetic diversity among freshwater algae influences the productivity of
North American lakes.  The goals of this project are to (1) identify the
genetic correlates of niche and fitness differences that control species
coexistence, and (2) determine how niche and fitness differences interact to
control the efficiency and productivity of lake algal communities.  The
project includes field and laboratory experiments, as well as natural
surveys.  Collaborators include Dr.’s Todd Oakley – a phylogeneticist at the
University of California-Santa Barbara, and Charles Delwiche – an algal
genomicist at the University of Maryland. 

Applicants with expertise related to either goal of the project will be
considered. Those with expertise in ecological genomics, ecological models
of species coexistence, or biodiversity and ecosystem functioning are
especially encouraged to apply.  Applicants must have an excellent record of
publication and strong quantitative skills. Prior experience working in
freshwater ecosystems is desirable.  

The fellowship offers a highly competitive salary plus benefits. The initial
appointment is for one year, and continuation of funding is available for a
second year provided satisfactory progress on research goals.  Consideration
of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled.  

The Cardinale lab is in the School of Natural Resources and Environment at
the University of Michigan (http://snre.umich.edu/cardinale/). UM was
recently ranked 15th on the Times Higher Education’s list of the world’s top
200 universities, and Ann Arbor is routinely ranked as one of the best
places to live in the U.S. due to its affordability, natural beauty,
preservation of wooded areas, vibrant arts program, and lively downtown
landscape.

To apply, email a cover letter stating your research accomplishments and
interests, a curriculum vitae, two representative publications, and the
names and contact information for three references to:  

Bradley Cardinale, PhD
Email: bradc...@umich.edu 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action
Employer.  

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellowship in Algal Biofuels

[Bradley Cardinale]

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Algal Biofuels
School of Natural Resources and Environment
University of Michigan

A postdoctoral fellowship is available for a highly qualified individual to
join the Cardinale lab at the University of Michigan to work on a new NSF
Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation grant that examines how algal
biodiversity influences the efficiency and sustainability of algal biofuel
production.  The goal is to develop multi-species photosynthetic systems
that express the complementary genes, metabolic pathways, and biological
traits needed to increase the efficiency, yield, and stability of biofuel
yields relative to current monoculture systems.  The project includes field
and laboratory experiments, as well as life-cycle analyses to assess the
ecological footprint and commercial viability of multi-species
biorefineries.  Collaborators include Dr.'s Phil Savage – a chemical
engineer at the University of Michigan, Nina Lin - a microfluidics expert at
the University of Michigan, and Todd Oakley – a phylogeneticist at the
University of California-Santa Barbara, 

The ideal applicant would have expertise in ecological genomics, algal
ecology, biofuel synthesis, or biodiversity and ecosystem services. The
successful applicant will lead at least one of the proposed experiments, and
will be expected to develop their own research program to compliment the
broader goals of the project.  Applicants must have an excellent record of
publication, strong experimental and quantitative skills, and be comfortable
leading a team of undergraduate researchers. Prior experience working with
freshwater algae is desirable.  

The fellowship offers a highly competitive salary plus benefits. The initial
appointment is for one year, and continuation of funding is available for a
second year provided satisfactory progress on research goals.  Consideration
of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. 
Individuals from under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.  

The Cardinale lab is in the School of Natural Resources and Environment at
the University of Michigan (http://snre.umich.edu/cardinale/). UM was
recently ranked 15th on the Times Higher Education’s list of the world’s top
200 universities, and Ann Arbor is routinely ranked as one of the best
places to live in the U.S. due to its affordability, natural beauty,
preservation of wooded areas, vibrant arts program, and lively downtown
landscape.

To apply, email a cover letter stating your research accomplishments and
interests, a curriculum vitae, two representative publications, and the
names and contact information for three references to:  

Bradley J. Cardinale, PhD
Email: bradc...@umich.edu 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action
Employer.

[ECOLOG-L] USDA Creates Online Tools to ID Pests

[David Inouye]

Busting Bugs: USDA Creates Online Tools to ID Pests

Do you work at a port or international border where identifying 
potentially destructive agricultural pests is part of your job? Are 
you a student or teacher interested in learning more about potential 
and existing agricultural pests? Have you ever seen a creepy crawly 
thing in your backyard and wondered if it might be an invasive 
species? If you fit any of these descriptions, then ID Tools may be 
just what you need.


Created by USDA-APHIS' Identification Technology Program (ITP), ID 
Tools helps agency staff to quickly identify pests, including 
insects, diseases, harmful weeds, and more, through an efficient, 
online database system. ID Tools currently includes more than 30 
websites covering a vast array of pests and pests associated with 
specific commodities. These tools help to keep international cargo 
and economic activity movioving as efficiently as possible at U.S. 
ports of entry. However, ITP's ID Tools web site, which receives 
about 12,000 visitors a month, is not for experts alone.


"One of our main reasons for creating ID Tools is to empower 
non-experts including students, educators, and the general public 
with access to expert information," said ITP Coordinator DDr. 
Terrence Walters. 
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[ECOLOG-L] Faculty of 1000 offer for ecologists

[David Inouye]

http://blog.f1000research.com/2013/08/08/ecologists-join-our-open-science-ecosystem/?emailType=Sept2013MonthlyUpdate&utm_source=Email_Monthly_Sept2013&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=Research_Ecology&utm_campaign=F1K_Monthly_Sept2013 



F1000Research recently attended the INTECOL conference in London. The 
meeting celebrated the 100th anniversary of the British Ecological 
Society, and drew in ecologists from around the world. To join the 
celebrations, we're offering your first ecology submission free 
before the end of the year. Find out more on our 
blog. 

[ECOLOG-L] Executive Director, The Wilderness Center

[Gordon Maupin]

Executive Director

The Wilderness Center, Inc., (TWC), is a regional 501(c)(3) nonprofit nature 
center and land conservancy in northeastern Ohio. TWC is governed by a 
volunteer Board of Directors. Founded in 1964, it is seeking the third 
Executive Director in its history. The Executive Director is the CEO of the 
organization, responsible for leading diverse operations and a staff of 14 full 
time and part time employees.

TWC is a unique organization.

As a nature center, TWC provides hands-on, outdoor-based experiences for people 
of all ages to study and appreciate nature, serving thousands of people each 
year.

As a land conservancy, TWC owns 1,926 acres including several outstanding 
natural areas and protects an additional 1,332 acres through conservation 
easements. The Center’s revolving land fund assists other organizations with 
land conservation.

Social entrepreneurship is a key aspect. TWC’s “ecopreneurial” activities 
include wetland mitigation, consulting forestry, a nature preserve cemetery, 
and ecotourism. These earn income to support education and conservation, while 
providing a valuable service to the community.

A complete job posting is online at www.wildernesscenter.org. Qualified 
candidates will have leadership experience and a master’s degree or equivalent 
experience in natural sciences, nonprofit management, or related field. Email 
resume and cover letter to: directorsea...@wildernesscenter.org

Gordon T. Maupin
Executive Director
The Wilderness Center, Inc.
9877Alabama Ave. SW
P.O. Box 202
Wilmot, OH 44689
330-359-5235

Nature Center
Land Conservancy
Ecopreneurial

E-Mail:
gor...@wildernesscenter.org

Websites:
www.wildernesscenter.org
www.foxfieldpreserve.org

Wild Ideas...the Podcast:
http://podcast.wildernesscenter.org/

Re: [ECOLOG-L] USDA Creates Online Tools to ID Pests

[Steve Young]

Of course, there is also LeafSnap (http://leafsnap.com/), which works in 
real-time on your smart phone. 

Steve


...
Stephen L. Young, PhD
Weed Ecologist
University of Nebraska-Lincoln


-Original Message-
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news 
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of David Inouye
Sent: Wednesday, September 04, 2013 9:29 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] USDA Creates Online Tools to ID Pests

Busting Bugs: USDA Creates Online Tools to ID Pests

Do you work at a port or international border where identifying potentially 
destructive agricultural pests is part of your job? Are you a student or 
teacher interested in learning more about potential and existing agricultural 
pests? Have you ever seen a creepy crawly thing in your backyard and wondered 
if it might be an invasive species? If you fit any of these descriptions, then 
ID Tools may be just what you need.

Created by USDA-APHIS' Identification Technology Program (ITP), ID Tools helps 
agency staff to quickly identify pests, including insects, diseases, harmful 
weeds, and more, through an efficient, online database system. ID Tools 
currently includes more than 30 websites covering a vast array of pests and 
pests associated with specific commodities. These tools help to keep 
international cargo and economic activity movioving as efficiently as possible 
at U.S. 
ports of entry. However, ITP's ID Tools web site, which receives about 12,000 
visitors a month, is not for experts alone.

"One of our main reasons for creating ID Tools is to empower non-experts 
including students, educators, and the general public with access to expert 
information," said ITP Coordinator DDr. 
Terrence Walters. 
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