[ECOLOG-L] Research Assistant Position - Gabon, Africa
Research Assistant Position - Gabon, Africa We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate for a one-year position working as a field- based Research Assistant in Gabon, starting on January 1, 2015! The research project focuses on the impacts of anthropogenic activities on tropical forests, animal communities and ecological processes in the Central African rainforest. Field assistants work on a rotating schedule, spending one to two weeks a month conducting animal surveys in and around Ivindo National Park and one to two weeks collecting data on tree phenology, forest dynamics, seed dispersal and seedling recruitment in forest plots near the Ipassa Research Station. Successful candidates must thrive in a small team setting, working well with both Gabonese and American technicians and guides. Work typically begins at first light (6 am) and can consist of hiking more than 10 km in hilly and swampy terrain in hot, muggy and buggy conditions. Field assistants live out of a tent two weeks each month. The field station is rustic with only intermittent access to internet and telephone. While working in this challenging environment, successful candidates will be rewarded with the opportunity to observe tropical bird and animal species in their natural habitats. Candidates will undoubtedly learn a great deal about tropical ecology, natural history, conservation biology, and the impacts of land use on forest structure and composition in near-pristine and degraded landscapes as well as what it takes to organize projects in Central Africa. Preference will be given to candidates with previous field research experience. Experience in French is strongly recommended. Field assistants must pay their travel to Gabon, but will be provided with room and board at the Ipassa Research Station. Interested persons should send: 1) a CV; 2) a cover letter describing motivation and qualifications for position; and 3) the names and contact information of three professional references. Please send application materials in pdf form to john.poul...@duke.edu with the subject line (candidate's last name)-Ipassa Field Position. Ex: Smith-Ipassa Field Position. Applications will be accepted until Sept. 21, 2014.
[ECOLOG-L] RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP IN FOREST INVENTORY PLOT DESIGN
RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP IN FOREST INVENTORY PLOT DESIGN Duke University is seeking candidates for a 1-year position as a Post-doctoral Researcher or Associate in Research with skills in remote sensing relating to forest inventory. The position is based in Newtown Square, PA with the USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station (www.nrs.fs.fed.us/nimac/). The candidate will contribute to a research project in support of the US governments SilvaCarbon program (www.silvacarbon.org). The goal of the research project is to assess the effects of forest inventory plot design on both inventory efficiency and training data efficacy for remotely sensed image classification. This research will support the US governments commitment to contribute to scientific advances in the field of Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) of carbon stocks as part of the United Nations REDD program. Specific tasks will include: 1. Pre-processing GIS data in both raster and vector formats (including LiDAR datasets, Landsat and other high resolution imagery, shape file and other vector formats) 2. Spatially integrating these datasets with existing ground plot data 3. Constructing simulations and other statistical summaries and analyses that assess the effects of various plot and sample design combinations on inventory estimates and their precision, on remotely sensed image classification accuracy, and on overall inventory efficiency under different design scenarios that integrate remote sensing and ground plot data The goal of the project is to develop publications, workflows, and technical material that not only contributes to the science of resource monitoring, but also supports capacity building in partner countries. Required skills: A MSc or PhD (preferred, but not required) in a natural resource-related field, and: 1. Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS or similar) to view, manipulate and process both vector and raster data (examples include use of Python scripting for automation, map algebra calculations, tabular and zone-based summarization tools, use of projection methods for both raster and vector data, and basic cartographic skills) 2. Strong knowledge of graduate-level statistics (examples include the ability to generate calculations of estimates of population parameters from a dataset, generation of descriptive statistics, ability to summarize large datasets using automation tools and cross tabulations) 3. Practical knowledge of computer software (such as R, SAS, Microsoft Excel (with VBA for coding) or Python) including the ability to perform the operations listed in (2), in addition to batch processing 4. Proficiency in both written and spoken English. Desired skills: 1. Knowledge of sampling and forest inventory statistics 2. Knowledge of forestry 3. Knowledge of image classification principles and software (Erdas Imagine) Start date: As soon as the candidate is available Salary will depend on the education level and experience of the candidate. Please submit a copy of your resume or CV, a brief cover letter addressing your skills in relation to the above requirements, names and contact information of three references, and a photocopy of your latest graduate level university transcript. Contact info: Andrew Lister alis...@fs.fed.us 610.557.4038
[ECOLOG-L] Funded PhD position on plant populations at Trinity College Dublin
I have a funded PhD position on “The rise and fall of plant populations worldwide” using two data resources: the COMPADRE plant matrix database http://www.compadre-db.org/http://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=54361type=75url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.compadre-db.org%2f and the PLANTPOPNET spatial population dynamics project http://plantpopnet.wordpress.com/http://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=54361type=75url=http%3a%2f%2fplantpopnet.wordpress.com%2f Full European fees a stipend of €16,000 p.a. will be provided. Non-EU applicants will also be considered but additional funding for international fees will need to be sought (approx. €3600 extra p.a.). See http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=54361 for details. Regards, Yvonne Buckley Yvonne Buckley Professor Head of Zoology School of Natural Sciences University of Dublin, Trinity College Dublin 2 Ireland tel: +353 (0) 1 8963172 email: buckl...@tcd.ie @y_buckley http://http://www.tcd.ie/Zoology/research/research/buckleywww.tcd.ie/Zoology/research/research/buckleyhttp://www.tcd.ie/Zoology/research/research/buckley http://http://www.buckleyecology.wordpress.comwww.buckleyecology.wordpress.comhttp://www.buckleyecology.wordpress.com
[ECOLOG-L] Continuing the conversation: Ideas for Grad Ed. in a Time of Scarcity
Hi all, I have had very many off-list replies to ideas I posted... found here if you didn't see the original: http://mcewanenvironecolab.wordpress.com/mentoring/ Below are a few ideas in response to some of the questions/comments- = If you have an MS and are having trouble finding a job... (1) Refuse to be placebound, i.e., be willing to move around. There are a lot of opportunities in ecology. If you subscribe to Ecolog you know this! Many of the oodles of positions that pass through Ecolog would be great for a MS-level person... but you have to be willing to move. If you are living in a particular city/location and only are looking for positions there, your chances are greatly limited. (2) Be willing to take entry-level positions. It is a cliche, but getting your foot in the door can work. Sometimes you have to take a temporary position with poor pay to find your way into a good long-term job. (3) Apply broadly. Many who I have interacted with and advised make the basic mistake of creating too narrow of a focus on their job search. I have students not apply to jobs because of things like: Well, I might not be qualified for that position... Let the person doing the hiring decide that!! Deciding whether you are qualified is someone else's job, your job is writing a great application. or This company does stuff I really like, but this particular job is hiring for a task that I definitely do not want to do for a career Take the job, become indispensable due to your energy and quality work, and you can move into a position that more closely matches your interests! or This job is in state X and I don't think I want to live there Even if you think state X is a dump because it is too far south/north, too urban/rural, etc, you cannot possibly know what is going on in that particular job, in that particular spot, unless you apply and interview. You may discover that although you think state X is a dump, you are very wrong in that impression, and indeed, the place has hidden charms and the people you would be working with are great. To me, it is foolishness to rule out a place completely due to some geographic bias. === If you are currently in a PhD program, and like science but have decided that you do not want to be a faculty member (1) Talk to your adviser. Now, this might be a bit awkward, as some in academia are stuck in the mindset of a faculty position being the only and correct path for anyone with a PhD. As I mentioned in the original post: *Perhaps most important is that we as mentors reject the attitude of disdain that can sometimes hang in the air around non-faculty positions.* Even if you are not sure what reception you will get, you have to at least try to engage your faculty mentor...and you might be surprised at how open she (or he) is to the idea. (2) Network intentionally! During your PhD you will have many opportunities to network. At meetings for instance, or through your project, or on social media. If you are pretty well convinced that you dont want to stay in academia, you can target your networking efforts. For instance, focus on building contacts in an agency. Perhaps at meetings (like the ESA meeting) spend extra time talking to exhibitors, etc. In your project you may need to deal with land management agencies to establish study sites. There may be a way to formalize a collaboration with an agency scientist, etc. If you can find a way to build connections with someone in an agency or industry you may be able to build a bridge out of the academic world. (3) Build marketable skills Obviously there are great many skills that are inherent to a PhD (writing, oral presentation, to name a couple). However, if you decide that you do not want to pursue a tenure track faculty position, you may be able to bolster your attractiveness to agencies, etc., by gaining some marketable skills. These skills may fit nicely into your PhD with only slight refocusing. One example that comes to mind is GIS, which is a technology that is commonly used by agencies/organisations/companies. Various technologies for chemical analysis of samples, or molecular techniques, may also be attractive to those hiring scientists outside of the university setting. Alternatively, if you decide that you would like to get into policy or agency management, perhaps you could pick up a class outside your department, or find a way to get involved with decision making at a local agency. For example, some agencies have volunteer positions where you could sit on the board of directors. - These are only a few ideas. I share them as a broad reply to some of the comments I got before. Again, any comments or corrections are welcomed! Ryan -- Ryan W. McEwan, PhD Associate Professor of Ecology Department of Biology The University of Dayton 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469-2320 Email: ryan.mce...@udayton.edu Lab:
[ECOLOG-L] 8th Annual Indiana Bat Festival - Indianapolis, IN
8th Annual Indiana Bat Festival Saturday, Sept 13 10 am - 10 pm Lecture Hall on the campus of IUPUI Indianapolis, IN THE FESTIVAL IS FREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY! More information: http://cees.iupui.edu/blog/iupui-co-host-batfest-2014 The IUPUI Center for Earth and Environmental Science is joining the Indiana State University Center for Bat Research, Outreach and Conservation to host the Eight Annual Bat Festival in Indianapolis on September 13, 2014. The Annual Bat Festival aims to educate people about bats, dispel myths, highlight benefits and encourage the conservation of bats through day-time indoor programming followed by an evening, field demonstration. Indoor activities at Batfest 2014 will include live animal demonstrations, short educational talks, a silent auction, childrens craft activities, and environmental agency and conservation organization exhibits. During the evening field program, bat researchers demonstrate field research techniques to help the audience view the local bats in flight. Holding Batfest 2014 embraces the natural elements in our urban environment and honors our local endagered Indiana Bat population, which calls home to the wilds surrounding Indianapolis Aiport. On a broader level, the Festival reminds us that humans are part of a greater web of life occupied by many other life forms, seen and unseen, which we impact and which impact us. Ideally, it sparks the minds of children and adults to better appreciate the role of science in understanding the world around us. To get involved, contact CEES: c...@iupui.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Education Coordinator Position- Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve
The Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve is seeking applicants for the position of Education Coordinator. This position serves as the lead for all education programming and communications at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (one of 28 National Estuarine Research Reserves across the country- http://www.nerrs.noaa.gov/Default.aspx) and will be responsible for translating coastal and estuarine research data into an assortment of education and communication formats for a wide variety of audiences. Visit the State of Delaware HR website for the full posting here: http://www.jobaps.com/DE/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=082214R2=MACC03amp;R3=400100 Please note that the position closes: September 2, 2014 _ Lyndie A. Hice-Dunton, Ph.D. Research Coordinator Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve 818 Kitts Hummock Rd., Dover, DE 19901 Office: 302.739.6377 lyndie.hice-dun...@state.de.us
[ECOLOG-L] POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITY IN LANDSCAPE ANALYSIS OF WATERSHEDS AND ESTUARIES (review begins 15Sep2014, open until filled)
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research fellow. The fellow will develop geographic and statistical models that relate estuarine responses (especially the presence and abundance of submerged aquatic vegetation [SAV]) to the watershed and estuarine characteristics of Chesapeake Bay subestuaries. The resulting models will be used to identify spatial correlates of estuarine responses, quantify predictor-response relationships, and help guide management decisions. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in ecology or geography, peer-reviewed publications, and professional presentations. Applicants also need experience with geographic information system (GIS) analysis and multivariate statistical analysis and should have a strong background in landscape ecology, ecosystem ecology, or estuarine ecology. Expertise in SAV ecology, advanced statistical analyses (such as structural equation modeling or Bayesian networks), or Python automation of GIS analyses could be especially helpful. Available modeling tools will include ArcGIS, R and SAS statistical software, and other packages. The position is funded for 1.5 years as part of a multi-institution, multi-investigator project supported by a research grant from NOAA (see http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20091030_chesapeake.html). Stipend $45,000/year in 2014, 47,500/year in 2015. For best consideration, send letter of application, resume, graduate and undergraduate transcripts (photocopies are fine), and names of three references (with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) by Sept 15, 2014 to Dr. Donald Weller (well...@si.edu), SERC, P.O. Box 28, Edgewater, MD 21037-0028. For more information on SERC visit http://www.serc.si.edu. EOE.
[ECOLOG-L] First Annual Southern California Riparian Management Workshop
Hello all, Here is the announcement for the first annual Riparian Management Workshop on Pala. It is a FREE! workshop dedicated to the interdisciplinary management and protection of our river and waterway resources that are so vital to the tribe and other land managers here in southern California. Please, please, PLEASE pass this on to any people who may be interested! Tribal contacts, government employees, land owners, land managers, biologists, etc. I do not have a final schedule and speaker list yet, however we expect to cover topics including: riparian management practices, ethnobotany, hydrology, riparian invertebrates, erosion issues, fire issues, weed issues, monitoring/management or rare/endangered species, and probably several other topics. The goal is to foster cooperation between interested land managers and agencies, as well as getting people to think across disciplines to tackle problems. When: Tuesday September 23rd and Wednesday September 24th Where: Pala Fire Station training room, 34884 Lilac Extension Road, Pala, CA Field trip along the San Luis Rey on Pala. If you are definitely going, please e-mail me privately at kb...@palatribe.com so I can put you on an attendance list. Space is limited to around 50 people (including speakers). Don't just show up, please. If you are not on the list we may not have room for you in the classroom. Thanks! Hopefully I see everyone there and special thanks to Chris McDonald from the UC Cooperative Extension for helping me organize this. We can also make room if anyone would like to give a short talk in the training room or wants to discuss something on our field trip down the San Luis Rey! You are more than welcome to hand out info that folks may find important at your workshop. I will set up a table. Sincerely, Mr. Kurt Broz Tribal Wildlife Biologist Pala Environmental Department Pala Band of Mission Indians (760) 891-3550 kb...@palatribe.com
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Coastal SEES Project
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research on effects of stream restoration on metabolism and nutrient cycling in urban streams. This position is part of a Coastal Sustainability research project addressing how interactions between social and biophysical factors converge to create opportunities for restoration and revitalization. Research will involve a mixture of stream metabolism and nutrient uptake measurements and multidisciplinary data synthesis and analysis. The position will be jointly supervised by Drs. Emma J. Rosi- Marshall and Peter M. Groffman. There will also be opportunities to develop research in the context of the Baltimore Long-Term Ecological Research project. Ph.D. in limnology, ecosystem ecology or related field required. Competence in analytical biogeochemistry techniques and metabolism modeling highly desirable. Visit www.caryinstitute.org and apply online in the “Jobs” section. Include a cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references by September 30, 2014, to Human Resources, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, P.O. Box AB, Millbrook, New York 12545 . Please reference Job Code 14012-I. Questions about the position can be directed to Emma Rosi-Marshall (rosimarsha...@caryinstitute.org) or Peter Groffman (groffm...@caryinstitute.org.) The Cary Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled Encouraged to Apply
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Laboratory and field technician, Ecosystem ecology/biogeochemistry, Columbia University
The Menge lab (http://www.columbia.edu/~dm2972/) at Columbia University is seeking a full time lab and field technician. Research projects focus on nitrogen cycling, nitrogen fixation, and the role of nitrogen in ecosystem carbon cycling and climate change. Primary duties will include maintaining and running basic biogeochemical lab equipment (balances, grinders, gas analyzers); maintaining and running greenhouse experiments (preparing greenhouse equipment and potting media, germinating and transferring plants, fertilizing and watering plants, and monitoring environmental settings and conditions); assisting with field work (applying fertilizer, collecting plant and soil and gas samples) in local (Black Rock Forest) and potentially more distant (Hawaii, Oregon, Costa Rica) field sites; and assisting with general laboratory maintenance. This is a 12-month appointment with benefits, and with the possibility of extension. Preferred start date is ASAP. A bachelors degree in Ecology, Biology, Geology, Earth Science, Chemistry or a related field is required, and previous experience in an ecosystem science and/or biogeochemistry lab is preferred. If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit Jobs at Columbia: https://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp? time=1409149362718
[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Position (tenure-track) at Louisiana Tech University
Faculty Position: Biologist: The School of Biological Sciences at Louisiana Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month, Assistant Professor position. We seek a broadly-trained collaborative applicant that is committed to both research and teaching. Applicants, whose research areas include plant biology, developmental biology, and/or toxicology, are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in support of our degree programs, including our environmental science program. In addition, the successful applicant will be expected to establish and maintain an externally funded research program involving graduate and undergraduate students. This position requires a Ph.D. in biology or a related relevant field, prior teaching and postdoctoral experience is a plus. Position is available to begin September 1, 2015. Louisiana Tech University is a comprehensive selective-admissions public university that is recognized by US News and World Report as a Tier One National University and by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University/High Research Activity (RU/H). It is located in Ruston, a small college town of 22,000 residents in North Louisiana. Our School of Biological Sciences is a dynamic, collegial unit with 21 faculty and approximately 480 undergraduate and 50 graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.). To apply, email application letter, curriculum vitae, separate statements of research interests/plans and teaching interest/philosophy, and names and contact information including email addresses for three references, to William Campbell, Chair of Search Committee (campb...@latech.edu). Review of applications begins September 22, 2014, and will continue until position is filled. Louisiana Tech University is a member of the University of Louisiana System, AA/EOE. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
[ECOLOG-L] Ecological papers in most recent issue of LEB, link inside.
http://blaypublishers.com/2014/07/18/leb-22-2014-2/ Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD blaypublishers.com http://blayjorge.wordpress.com/ http://paleobiology.si.edu/staff/individuals/santiagoblay.html
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantships/Fellowships
Dear Colleagues, Please share the following information with potentially interested individuals (e.g., forward it to students in your classes and labs, and post it in job bulletin boards and web sites). Many thanks. *** *** *** *** Graduate Assistantships/Fellowships Graduate assistantships/fellowships are available for self-motivated students to conduct innovative and high-impact research at the Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability (CSIS) at Michigan State University. Research topics may include coupled human and natural systems, telecoupling (socioeconomic and environmental interactions over distances, through means such as globalization, human and animal migration, species dispersal, species invasion, disease spread, sound/noise transmission, spread of pollutants and wastes, trade of goods and products, flows of ecosystem services, environmental and hydrological flows, foreign investment, technology transfer, water transfer, and tourism, www.csis.msu.edu/telecoupling http://www.csis.msu.edu/telecoupling ), sustainability science, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services, human well-being, land change science, forest and landscape ecology, global change, systems integration (integration of ecology with demography, economics, sociology, technology, and policy; integration of land, water, and/or energy), ecology and management of wildlife (e.g., giant pandas in China), and systems modeling and simulation (e.g., agent-based modeling). Papers on these topics by CSIS faculty and students have been published in journals such as Science, Nature, and PNAS (see http://csis.msu.edu/research/publications). With flexible start dates, successful candidates can build on these previous studies and/or explore new frontiers of research. They will also have opportunities to interact with leaders and peers in these fields worldwide through various ways, such as the International Network of Research on Coupled Human and Natural Systems (CHANS-Net.org) and the NASA-MSU Professional Enhancement Awards Program (http://csis.msu.edu/news/2015_nasa_msu_award), which are organized by CSIS. More information about CSIS is available at http://csis.msu.edu. Application materials include: (1) letter of application, (2) statement of professional goals, (3) CV or resume, (4) transcripts, (5) GRE scores, (6) TOEFL scores (for non-native English speakers only), (7) list of 3-4 references (names and contact information), and (8) up to three representative publications if any. Unofficial copies of GRE, TOEFL and transcripts are OK initially. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials as soon as possible, or until the positions are filled. Please email the application materials to Dr. Jianguo (Jack) Liu at li...@msu.edu mailto:li...@msu.edu . Questions about these opportunities can also be emailed to Dr. Liu. Jianguo (Jack) Liu Rachel Carson Chair in Sustainability Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48823-5243, USA http://csis.msu.edu/people/jianguo-liu
[ECOLOG-L] Job Opening: Water Resources Extension Agent - Assistant (Sumter, SC)
This position is posted on the Clemson University job board and can be viewed at http://findjobs.clemson.edu Job Title: Water Resources Extension Agent - Assistant (Sumter, SC) Job ID: 13529 Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary - Time Limited POSITION DESCRIPTION: 1. JOB PURPOSE This position will provide pollution prevention, natural resource conservation and watershed management outreach programming primarily in Sumter County, South Carolina, serving the Clemson Extension Service and its stormwater outreach and participation program, Carolina Clear 2. JOB FUNCTIONS CAROLINA CLEAR PROGRAMMING Assist in coordinating the planning, development, organization, marketing, implementation and evaluation of Carolina Clear programming in this region and in the Midlands of South Carolina. Audiences for program outreach will range from youth to technical staff and professionals. Carolina Clear was established by Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service (CES) to inform and educate communities about water quality, water quantity and the cumulative effects of stormwater. Carolina Clear addresses the special significance of South Carolina's water resources, and the role they play in the state's economy, environmental health, and overall quality of life (www.clemson.edu/carolinaclear). E/40% 4-H PROGRAMMING Develop, coordinate and implement 4-H programming for educators, volunteers, and youth. Programs should be offered through a variety of delivery methods in emphasis areas that include agriculture (producer to consumer), STEM, environmental stewardship, natural resources, and personal development E/20% COMMUNITY PROJECTS Work in collaboration with fellow Clemson faculty and extension personnel to extend research- based knowledge in water and natural resource protection to a variety of constituencies including local governments; local and state agencies; businesses; community organizations; non- governmental agencies; general public and youth. Special emphasis on youth and school demonstration projects that meet SC curriculum standards E/15% SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS Conduct seminars and workshops, produce educational materials and news articles, identify unique ways to reach various audiences, participate in maintaining communication among community and educational partners, and participate in the development of targeted mass media campaigns related to natural resource topics E/15% CAROLINA CLEAR ACTIVITIES Work in concert with Carolina Clear communities to carry out planned activities in accordance with Carolina Clear goals and objectives that capitalize on local training resources. E/5% WATER RESOURCE PROGRAMMING Participate in Clemson University water resource programming and other environmental quality- related agency and interagency efforts E/5% QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, agricultural education or a related field at a minimum. PREFERRED IN ADDITION TO THE MINIMUM: Master's degree in one of the mentioned fields preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The successful candidate will have knowledge of best management practices related to water resource protection. Experience implementing one or more best management practices is preferred. Individual should have experience coordinating groups and relating information to various audiences. Ability to work constructively and professionally with teachers, youth, public agencies, the private sector, government and the general public. Interest in program marketing and communication preferred. Experience in extension programming is also preferred. Working knowledge of relevant federal and state environmental policy. Ability to lead and work amongst a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including computer fluency (word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications). PAY WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hrs: 37.5; Salary commensurate with education and experience HOW TO APPLY: To apply, please submit the following: A letter of application, resume, Extension Application (found at: http://www.clemson.edu/extension/apply/extension_application.pdf) and three letters of reference. In addition, external candidates must submit a copy of transcripts of all college courses to: Mr. M.J. Simmons Clemson University 113 Barre Hall Clemson, SC 29634-0120 msm...@clemson.edu Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit materials by: September 26, 2014 BENEFITS INFORMATION: Employees who are in time limited positions will earn one and one-quarter days of Annual and Sick Leave per month for a total of thirty (30) days per year. Eligible part-timers will earn days on a pro rata basis. JOB LOCATION: This position is located OFF
[ECOLOG-L] MSc student opportunity at the University of Manitoba, Experimental Lakes Area in Fisheries Ecology
MSc student opportunity at the University of Manitoba, Experimental Lakes Area in Fisheries Ecology Over fifty whole-lake experiments have been carried out at the Experimental Lakes Area (ELA) during it’s 45 year tenure as a federal research facility. Now as an independent entity, IISD-Experimental Lakes Area Inc. seeks to build upon it’s strong history in aquatic and fisheries research, and expand it’s research scope towards new and exciting areas of investigation. We are seeking a self-motivated student interested in fisheries ecology to join a multi-agency project between IISD-Experimental Lakes Area (ELA), the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Fisheries and Oceans Canada. The research goal of the student will be to apply back-calculation methods to archived ageing structures in order to evaluate changes in fish growth associated with various experimental manipulations conducted at the ELA. The student will also participate in a cross-agency comparison of ageing structure preparation and determination methods, learning preparation and ageing methods from experts in Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The student will conduct field research at the ELA to collect additional ageing structures that will support these research activities, and will have opportunities to work with an extensive and unique database cataloguing individual life histories of tagged fishes over decadal time scales. Students who are competitive for internal (University) scholarships (minimum 3/4.5 GPA) are particularly encouraged to apply. The earliest possible start date for the student is January 2015, but start dates as late as September 2015 will be considered. Students will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of scientists within the ELA group, as well as those at the University of Manitoba with expertise in food web ecology, genetics, conservation ecology and advanced statistical analysis, and research scientists with DFO at the Freshwater Institute. Winnipeg is a diverse city with an excellent arts and music scene. Interested students should contact Dr. Michael D. Rennie, Adjunct Professor, University of Manitoba (mdren...@iisd-ela.org mailto:mdren...@iisd-ela.org) for more information, accompanied by a current CV and 2-3 academic references. -- Michael D. Rennie Research Scientist International Institute for Sustainable Development, Experimental Lakes Area 161 Portage Avenue East, 6th Floor Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada R3B 0Y4 Ph: 204.958.7796 Fax: 204.958.7710 Adjunct Professor, Department of Biological Sciences University of Manitoba
[ECOLOG-L] Post Doc in Community ecology
The Rudolf Lab at the Rice University is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to collaborate on an NSF-funded research project investigating the effect of ontogenetic niche shifts on dynamics of zooplankton communities. The broad goal of this project is to understand how stage/size structured interactions (including ontogenetic niche shifts and cannibalism) influence the dynamics and structure of natural communities and how communities respond to environmental changes. We are looking for a postdoctoral scholar who is enthusiastic to contribute to this project within the existing framework or to extend the existing project in new directions. The ideal candidate would have experience with conducting controlled experiments and a strong quantitative background (e.g. experience with model fitting, or modeling populations and communities). This is a potential 2-year, subject to review after one year. This position will provide an approximate annual salary of ~$40,000 plus benefits. The ideal start date for this position is January 2015 (based on field season), but an earlier or slightly later start date is possible. This position will offer opportunities to develop both collaborative and independent research projects, interact with the active community of ecologists at Rice, and engage in graduate and undergraduate mentorship. Opportunities to gain experience with teaching and public outreach are available, but these activities are neither required nor expected. To apply, please send the following materials to Volker Rudolf(volker.rud...@rice.edu) by September 29th, 2014: 1) a cover letter describing your interest in this position and your preferred (and possible) start date(s), 2) your CV, 3) a 1-2 page statement describing your past research interests and experience, 4) 1-3 publications, and 5) contact information for three potential references. Rice University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the development of a climate that supports equality of opportunity and respect for differences.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate positions in Forest ecology and Forest Restoration Ecology
Four graduate student positions (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) are available for forest ecology research investigating the impact of abiotic stresses such as water and nutrient limitations and biotic conditions such as inter- and intra-specific competition on tree species. The research is part of a large project that investigates the role of early successional tree species as reclamation species in mining areas of the boreal mixedwood forest and parkland regions of Alberta. The overall aim of the research is to understand underlying forest ecosystem processes, to develop innovative reclamation techniques, and to determine stand trajectories to successfully regenerate surface mined lands to self-sustaining forests by restoring ecosystem functions and processes that are essential for the development of resilient forests. Of particular interest are (1) growth and biomass and resource allocation (rooting behaviour) in plants and their effect on water, carbon, and nutrient cycling, (2) characteristics necessary to improve the success of planted tree seedlings, (3) the impact of various growing conditions such as soil, water and nutrients on forest establishment and growth, and 4) successional trajectories of ectomycorrhizal fungal communities. Graduate students in this project will be under the supervision of Simon Landhäusser, Industrial Research Chair in Forest Land Reclamation, Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta, ( http://www.ales.ualberta.ca/rr/). Depending on the interest and quality of the applicants, the project offers considerable flexibility in designing a research program that investigates areas of personal interest within the overall framework of the project. Background in plant biology, forest ecology or related field is essential, as is an interest in the linkages between forests and disturbance. Experience with any of the following will be an asset, but is not required: soil science, ecophysiology, plant nutrition, silviculture, and molecular techniques. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a necessity. Selection of a student will be based on academic achievements, reference letters and if applicable previous research experience. Strong verbal, written, and computational skills are essential. Application deadline: March 1, 2015 or until the positions are filled. Salary ranges between CAN$ 19,500 – 23,500 per year for a period of 2 years for a M.Sc. and 3 years for a Ph.D.; extensions are possible, but will depend on student performance. Canadian students could also be eligible for Tri-Council graduate scholarships (e.g. NSERC) in their first year. It is preferable that successful candidates start their laboratory and fieldwork in May 2015 while applying to the graduate program at the University of Alberta for the fall or winter of 2015. The applicants must meet the entrance requirement for the University of Alberta, Department of Renewable Resources, which can be viewed at: http://www.ales.ualberta.ca/rr/phdprograms.cfm Interested candidates should e-mail their transcript, curriculum vitae, a letter describing their research experience and interests (2 page limit), recent TOEFL scores (if appropriate), and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Simon Landhäusser, Department of Renewable Resources, 4-42 Earth Science Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2E3, CANADA. Phone: (780)-492-6381; Fax: (780)-492-1767. Email: simon.landhaus...@ualberta.ca
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship, Fire Ecology
A Master of Science graduate assistantship is available with Dr. Michael Stambaugh in the Department of Forestry (http://www.snr.missouri.edu/forestry/) at University of Missouri. This project will investigate conditions of historic fire regimes at national wildlife refuges located in Oklahoma and Texas. This work, funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will be conducted over 2 years and take place on 2 to 3 refuges. The duties of this position will include sampling trees for fire history reconstruction, wood sample preparation, and identification and dating of fire scars using dendrochronological methods. Completion of coursework, a thesis project, and peer-reviewed publication(s) are also required. The student may build upon fire regime data to investigate topics such as long-term forest and fire dynamics or fire- climate interactions in the southcentral U.S. Competitive candidates for this position will have a B.S. degree in forestry or a closely related discipline, proficiency in written and oral communication, strong GRE scores, and evidence of scholastic success. Prior experience in dendrochronology is preferred, but not required. The position will be based in Columbia, MO, with field work throughout Texas and Oklahoma. The position begins in January 2015. The successful candidate will receive tuition support and a competitive stipend. To apply, please submit the following to Dr. Michael Stambaugh (stambau...@missouri.edu): 1) personal statement of career goals 2) resume or curriculum vitae 3) transcripts 4) GRE scores 5) contact information for three references Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Dr. Michael Stambaugh Research Assistant Professor Department of Forestry University of Missouri 203C Anheuser-Busch Natural Resources Building Columbia MO 65211 Email: stambau...@missouri.edu Website: http://web.missouri.edu/~stambaughm/
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral opportunity: UC Riverside bee/microbe symbiosis
POSITION: A postdoctoral position is available in the newly established McFrederick Lab at the University of California, Riverside. The research focus of the McFrederick lab is the study of interactions between bacteria, fungi, and viruses and the resulting implications for bee health, in wild and solitary bees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in evolutionary ecology and/or evolutionary genetics and experience with bioinformatic and computational analysis of NGS data, including comparative genomic analysis, phylogenomics, and/or NGS microbial community surveys. Knowledge of wild bee or insect biology and experimental manipulation of microbial communities is also a plus. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in field work, laboratory-based experiments, and bioinformatic analyses. Preferred start date is by January 2015, and the position is available for a two-year term, conditioned on satisfactory performance in the first year. APPLICATION: Applications should include a curriculum vitae with a list of publications and manuscripts in press and contact information for three to four academic references. Candidates applying for this position can apply at: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF00185. Questions can be sent to quinnmc(at)ucr.edu Application deadline: Review of applications will begin October 1, 2013, but this position will remain open until filled. -- Quinn S. McFrederick Quinn's Bee Blog http://melittology.wordpress.com/ Starting 10/1/2014 Assistant Professor Department of Entomology 900 University Avenue University of California, Riverside Riverside, CA 92521 Phone: (951) 827-5817 Office: Entomology Building room 139
