[ECOLOG-L] Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the ESA Conference: April 8-10, 2016

[Habeck, Christopher]

Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the ESA Conference: April 8-10, 2016

On April 8th-10th 2016, the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Ecological Society of 
America will hold its 2016 annual meeting at Kutztown University in Kutztown, 
PA. Kutztown University is located in beautiful Berks County between the cities 
of Reading and Allentown.  Registration and abstract submission is scheduled to 
open early February.

The MA-ESA Conference is a great venue for all ecologists regardless of region 
or affiliation. Also, we typically have a large contingent of graduate and 
undergraduate students that present their research and network at this 
conference. Please consider attending!

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Habeck, Chapter Chair 
(hab...@kutztown.edu) or Steve Sheffield, Chapter 
Secretary (srsheffi...@comcast.net). Updates 
will be posted on the MA-ESA website as they occur: 
http://www.esa.org/midatlantic2/


Best,


Chris Habeck
Department of Biology | Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
113 Boehm Science Building | PO Box 730 | Kutztown Pa. 19530
Phone:  610-683-4318 | Cell or Fax:  610-683-4854 |www.kutztown.edu
Chair, Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Ecological Society of America

[ECOLOG-L] M.S./Ph.D Graduate Assistantships – Cover crop effects on water and nitrogen dynamics

[Kate Tully]

Seeking motivated graduate students for a multi-disciplinary degree in the 
Department of 
Plant Science and Landscape Architecture at the University of Maryland.

Students would be co-advised by Dr. Steven Mirsky (USDA-ARS) and Dr. Kate Tully 
(UMD). 
Research will investigate the effects of cover crops on water and nitrogen 
dynamics in 
agronomic cropping systems.

Ph.D and M.S. applicants should have a solid foundation in soil science, 
agronomy, ecology, 
statistics and/or modeling. Ph.D. applicants should have earned a degree at the 
master’s level 
or above in the study of soil science, agronomy, or agroecology. However, 
applicants with 
significant field, lab, or work experience will also be considered. The 
candidate must be able 
to work both independently and as a member of a team. Preference will be given 
to those with 
field and laboratory experience – don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. 
Integrity, enthusiasm, 
and creativity are required. 

For more information about the project/research opportunities, please contact 
Dr. Steven 
Mirsky (steven.mir...@ars.usda.gov) and Kate Tully (kltu...@umd.edu). Check out 
agroecologylab.com for more information on Kate’s work. 

For more information on the graduate program and links to apply, please visit: 
http://psla.umd.edu/academic-programs/plant-biology-biotechnology-programs/plant-
biology-and-biotechnology-graduate. 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Opportunity -- Field Technician (botany specialty) with NEON, Land O' Lakes, WI

[Peter Weishampel]

 NEON’s Great Lakes Domain seeks a technician to lead plant ecology field
protocols. This is a full-time, year-round position with an approximate
desired start date of late February 2016. Details on this position and
instructions for applying can be found via the Careers section of the NEON
website,

http://www.neoninc.org/about/careers


-- 
Peter Weishampel
Field Operations Manager
NEON, Great Lakes Domain
pweisham...@neoninc.org

[ECOLOG-L] Nebraska Post-doc in Population Biology

[Chad Brassil]

POPULATION BIOLOGY POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN is seeking applications for a 2-year 
postdoctoral position in the Population Biology Program of Excellence.

The goal of the Population Biology-POE Postdoctoral Fellowship is to stimulate 
synergistic interactions between faculty and postdoctoral scholars interested 
in the broad area of Population Biology. We are seeking applications from 
recent PhDs who show promise of conducting cutting edge research related to, 
and expanding upon, faculty research areas in the Ecology, Evolution & Behavior 
(EEB) section in the School of Biological Sciences 
(http://biosci.unl.edu/research-specializations). The POE also seeks to 
identify potential postdoctoral fellows who will enhance graduate education, 
serve as a model for graduate students in career development, and promote 
interactions among faculty at UNL.   Qualified candidates are required to 
submit a single, coherent 2-year research proposal to be completed under the 
guidance of a faculty member in the Ecology, Evolution & Behavior (EEB) section 
in the School of Biological Sciences. The position does not include research 
funds so the extent of contributions from the faculty sponsor should be 
addressed in the proposal. While in residence, the postdoctoral fellow will be 
expected to lead a seminar, symposium or outreach project that will appeal to 
Population Biologists across campus. Applications must include a CV, a 1-page 
description of previous or current research and a 2- 3 page description of 
proposed research. Additional proposal guidelines and suggestions should be 
obtained from the proposed faculty sponsor. In addition, the applicant must 
arrange for two recommendation letters from non-UNL faculty, and one from the 
UNL faculty sponsor (a total of 3 letters) to be emailed to the address below.  
The expected salary will be $45,000 per year with a start date of late August 
2016. Priority will be given to applicants who have completed their degree and 
are new to UNL. Research descriptions for past and current POE postdoctoral 
fellows can be viewed at  http://biosci.unl.edu/population-biology/

Application materials should be emailed to: Dr. Gwen Bachman at:  
gbachm...@unl.edu.  The subject line should read "Population Biology Post-doc 
application".  Applications should be received by January 22, 2016. We 
anticipate notifying the successful applicant by February 12, 2016. We strongly 
encourage applications from women and members of minority groups. The 
University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through 
affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers. We 
assure responsible accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc at Los Alamos on vegetation insect modeling

[Nate McDowell]

Postdoc fellowship to study vegetation-insect dynamics 

Summary: A postdoc position is available starting spring 2016 in support of
a collaborative research project between the Earth and Environmental
Sciences Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Department of
Entomology at the University of Minnesota.  The collaborative project
entails studying vegetation-insect dynamics under a warming climate scenario
through the implementation of a dynamic insect population module coupled
with an existing vegetation vulnerability module in the Department of Energy
(DOE) sponsored Earth System Model.  The postdoc will also collaborate
closely with scientists from National Center of Atmospheric Research (NCAR),
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBL) and Oakridge National Laboratory
(ORNL) for the model development. The postdoc will be based at Los Alamos
National Lab working with Drs. Chonggang Xu and Nathan McDowell, but will
visit the forest entomology laboratory of Dr. Brian Aukema (University of
Minnesota) for at least 2-3 weeks per year.  Support is available for two
years, with a potential third year extension pending successful project
progress. Interested candidates are invited to submit their c.v., a
paragraph outlining their research interest(s), and the names of three
references. We will start the review early January 2016 but the search will
continue until a suitable candidate is found. Please address your questions
to Drs. Xu and Aukema; c...@lanl.gov and bhauk...@umn.edu.

Required skills include experience using numerical simulation models and
demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, effective written and
oral communication skills, willingness to work in a team environment, and a
Ph.D. received within the last five years.  

Desired skills include knowledge of entomology, ecology, and/or tree
physiology and demonstrated proficiency and comfort in programming (e.g., C,
R, operating in a Linux environment).  Familiarity with Earth System Models
is a plus.

The salary range is $73,000- $87,000 per year based on experience. 
Candidates may be considered for a Laboratory Director's Fellowship and
outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious J. Robert
Oppenheimer, Richard P. Feynman or Frederick Reines Fellowships.   For
general information about LANL’s postdoctoral program please refer to the
http://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/postdoc-program/index.php.

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research
institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. 
LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of
the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from
weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy,
environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.  Amongst
these concerns is climate change impacts and the DOE mission to help project
future climate by improving DOE-sponsored Accelerated Climate Modeling for
Energy (ACME).  Located in northern New Mexico, LANL sits at 7,200' in the
Southern Rocky Mountains. The town is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with
more than 300 days of sunshine per year during our four distinct seasons.
Only thirty miles away, Santa Fe includes a wide array of cultural
activities, including a wonderful outdoor opera house, world-class museum
and art galleries and a great selection of fine restaurants.

The Department of Entomology at the University of Minnesota is ranked in the
top ten of graduate programs in insect science annually. The Twin Cities
offer all the amenities of a large metropolitan city - restaurants, sports,
the arts, culture - yet the Department's location on the St. Paul campus
provides a small-town feel. Off campus, there are a wealth of outdoor
recreational opportunities at state parks and more throughout the upper midwest.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: strategic planning consultant, coastal sea-level rise, VA

[David Inouye]

Request for Qualifications
Strategic Planning Consultant
Resumes requested by December 15, 2015


At present, the Consortium for Educating Coastal 
Virginia: Sea Level Rise (SLR) consists of Old 
Dominion University, Hampton University, Virginia 
Institute of Marine Science, Virginia Aquarium, 
Mariners’ Museum, Chrysler Museum, and WHRO.


WHRO, on behalf of the Consortium, seeks a 
consultant to facilitate the creation of a 
four-year Strategic Plan that will drive the 
direction and priorities of the individual 
consortium members with regard to the production 
of programs, exhibits, publications, and events 
to educate the coastal community about this 
environmental issue.  The process is expected to 
take six months from the beginning of the engagement.


The selected consultant will have relevant 
experience in facilitating the strategic planning 
process, and knowledge about sea level rise would be a plus.


Scope of Work

·   Establish baseline of relevant SLR issues 
and current regional activity regarding SLR
·   Facilitate gathering input about topics 
to be addressed and community educational needs 
from current Consortium members (and others who 
may join later) and other institutions involved with SLR

·   Convene meetings and conference calls as necessary
·   Produce and disseminate the plan for Consortium review
·   Revise plan and produce final document


Email cover letter and resume  to

Carla Johnson
Project Manager
carla.john...@whro.org

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in Insect Ecology and Plant-Insect Interactions

[Ian Kaplan]

Seeking applicants for a PhD position starting in Fall 2016 in the 
Department of Entomology at Purdue University. My lab studies the 
ecology of insects in agricultural systems with a focus on tri-trophic 
interactions linking plants, herbivores, and natural enemies, virus-
vector relationships, chemical ecology, and biological control. Ideal 
students should be highly enthusiastic and interested in ecology, 
entomology, and agriculture. The position comes with a competitive 
stipend, full tuition waiver, and benefits package including health 
insurance.

For additional information visit the following websites: 
Kaplan Lab: http://www.entm.purdue.edu/ecolab 
Purdue Entomology: http://www.entm.purdue.edu 

Interested individuals should contact me directly via email 
(ikap...@purdue.edu) to discuss their background, qualifications, and 
research interests. Please provide a cover letter, CV, and GRE scores.

-- 
Ian Kaplan 
Associate Professor 
Purdue University 
Department of Entomology 
West Lafayette, IN

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Coursework in Forest Carbon Science, Policy and Management

[David Inouye]

Graduate Coursework in Forest Carbon Science, Policy and Management

Michigan State University

Entirely Online Graduate Certificate

 MSU Forestry is offering an online learning 
opportunity for acquiring skills and knowledge in 
land-based carbon management. We welcome 
participants from across the country and the world.


The 
Graduate 
Coursework in Forest Carbon Science, Policy and 
Management is now accepting applications for the 
2016 Spring Semester. Available completely online 
and supplementing a wide range of vocations. 
Individuals can take just one course, or earn a 
Graduate Certificate upon completion of all four 
courses in the program. The courses can 
supplement degrees currently underway in other 
institutions and the diverse background of 
participants create a unique learning experience.


The courses available this spring are:

-  Forestry 833: Human Dimensions of Forest Carbon Management

-  Forestry 837: Forest Carbon Measurements and Monitoring

Forest Carbon specialization equips participants 
with the interdisciplinary tools to plan, 
implement, manage, and evaluate forestry-based 
climate change mitigation projects. As 
professionals, Certification provides an edge in 
competing for opportunities in forest carbon 
project development, REDD+ policy, and carbon 
offset investment advising for corporations, 
governments, and non-governmental organizations.


Participants in the Certificate program learn the 
scientific foundations of climate change and 
forest-climate interactions, how forest 
management affects forest carbon balance, the ins 
and outs of forest carbon markets, the social 
context of forest carbon sequestration, and the 
tools for measuring, monitoring, and accounting 
for forest carbon – including satellite imagery, 
remote sensing, and integrated carbon sequestration models.


Delivered online, the program is geared for 
participation from anywhere in the world with a 
highly practical focus closely linked to the 
science, methodologies, and practices used in the 
field today.  Applicants from a broad range of 
professional and disciplinary backgrounds are 
encouraged to apply, including current M.S. and 
Ph.D. students, recent graduates, and working 
professionals. Participants in graduate-level 
coursework at MSU must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.


The complete Program includes four on-line courses:

•   Forest Biogeochemistry and Global Climate Change (FOR 831)

•   Human Dimensions of Forest Carbon Management (FOR 833)

•   Forest Carbon Policy, Economics, and Finance (FOR 835)

•   Measurement and Monitoring of Forest Carbon (FOR 837)

Students also have access to MSU resources such 
as remote library materials, GIS training, and 
journal access. Additionally, all participants 
maintain access to the program alumni network, 
which tracks and distributes news on policies and 
methodologies, facilitates internal networking, 
and shares research and work opportunities.


For more information, or to discuss partnership 
programming and additional opportunities visit 
www.for.msu.edu/forestcarbon 
or contact Lauren Cooper at 
fore...@msu.edu.  If you 
would like a hard copy poster mailed for your 
institution, I’d be happy to get that mail to you.


Thanks for your help circulating!



Lauren T. Cooper, Specialist

Forest 
Carbon Program




Michigan State University, Forestry Department

Natural Resources Building

480 Wilson Road, Room 121

East Lansing, MI 48824-122

(517)353-1961



ltcoo...@msu.edu

ltcoo...@anr.msu.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Post-Doctoral Position in Tropical Deforestation and Agriculture — Brazilian Amazon

[Ian Schelly]

The Gibbs Land Use and Environment Group (GLUE) at the University of 
Wisconsin-Madison seeks an exceptional Post-Doctoral Research Associate. 
The researcher will help lead a large project investigating outcomes of 
zero-deforestation commitments for soy and cattle in collaboration with 
other organizations in the U.S. and Brazil.

The candidate will join a thriving and interdisciplinary team that 
integrates novel property-level mapping approaches, econometrics, and 
field surveys to improve our understanding of changing land use in the 
Brazilian Amazon and Cerrado. We aim to produce high quality and 
actionable research that can be readily applied by industry, 
policymakers, and other academics to understand supply chain 
traceability and governance. Key responsibilities for this position 
include leading a team to survey cattle ranchers in Brazilian Amazon and 
Cerrado biomes, and mapping the full cattle supply chain and industry 
expansion. The successful candidate will also be proactive in writing 
scientific papers and otherwise disseminating results to broad audiences 
of academics and other stakeholders by presenting at conferences and 
participating in relevant multi-stakeholder meetings.

Ideal qualifications include some of the following:
- Fluency in Portuguese and English and excellent written and oral 
communication skills
- Experience designing farmer surveys and leading field research 
campaigns
- Knowledge of and interest in cattle and soy production in Brazil
- Analytical skills such as econometrics, statistics, or GIS would be a 
plus
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Studies, Economics, Sociology, or a 
related field (M.S. plus extensive research experience will also be 
considered)

The one-year position will begin after Jan 30, 2016 with potential 
renewal for up to two additional years (contingent on funding 
availability and performance).  Salary for this full-time position will 
be $45,000 per year, plus health insurance benefits.

GLUE is a vibrant and energetic research group, with strong experience 
working in Brazil. Madison is widely recognized for its warm and 
international community, high quality of life, culture and arts scene, 
and easy access to natural areas.  Costs of living are moderate, and 
public transportation and bicycle paths are easy transportation options.

For more information: http://www.gibbs-lab.com/recent-publications

Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment: 
http://www.sage.wisc.edu

To apply, please submit a cover letter detailing qualifications and 
interest, CV, and phone and email addresses of three references to Holly 
Gibbs hkgi...@wisc.edu. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing 
basis.  Application deadline is Dec 20, 2015 or until position is 
filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Open faculty position in forest biomaterials

[Robert Froese]

Colleagues,

Would you please help share this posting for an open faculty position in Forest 
Biomaterials at Michigan Technological University? The areas of interest are 
quite broad, and reach into the traditional forest science disciplines. Thanks, 
and please accept my apologies for any cross-postings.

Cheers, 

…Robert

Assistant Professor of Forest Biomaterials

School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University

 

JOB DESCRIPTION: The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science at 
Michigan Technological University (http://forest.mtu.edu 
) invites applications for the position of Assistant 
Professor of Forest Biomaterials. This is a nine-month, tenure-track position 
and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The 
successful applicant will lead an ambitious research and teaching program in 
Forest Biomaterials, which is identified as a University-wide strategic 
initiative. In 2013, the School established the statewide Michigan Forest 
Biomaterials Initiative (http://biomaterials.forest.mtu.edu 
) and the candidate is expected to align 
with its exciting opportunities.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: We are seeking a colleague whose 
background and interests are centered on forest biomaterials innovation, 
including in one or more traditional or emerging areas, such as wood science, 
bio-manufacturing, composites, wood preservation, marketing, entrepreneurship, 
supply chain analysis, and life cycle assessment. Experience in community 
outreach and small-scale or value-added production would be an asset.

The successful candidate must have: 1) the ability to teach effectively at the 
graduate and undergraduate levels; 2) a Ph.D. in forest biomaterials, or a 
closely related field, at the time of appointment; 3) a record of research and 
scholarship in biomaterials including publications in peer-reviewed journals; 
and, 4) the ability to communicate effectively with students, professionals, 
and the general public. Preferred qualifications include: experience teaching 
courses in forest biomaterials, wood properties and uses, forest products 
marketing or entrepreneurship; post-doctoral research experience and training; 
and successful development of competitive externally-funded grants.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will: 1) teach an undergraduate 
course in wood technology and a graduate course in the candidate’s area of 
interest; 2) develop a vigorous, externally funded research program in forest 
biomaterials; 3) advise undergraduate students, and direct graduate student 
research at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels; and 4) participate in School and 
University committees.

The successful candidate will contribute to the School’s vision as a premier, 
national center of excellence in forest resources and environmental science 
education, research, and outreach. Opportunities exist for collaborations with 
the Ecosystem Science Center (www.mtu.edu/forest/esc/ 
), the Sustainable Futures Institute 
(www.sfi.mtu.edu), and the Michigan Tech Research Institute (www.mtri.org 
), and with external organizations such as the USDA 
Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory  (http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us 
) and Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science 
(http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/ ); and the 
Department of Forestry at Michigan State University (www.for.msu.edu 
), among other academic institutions.

THE SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY, AND COMMUNITY: Michigan Tech’s School of Forest 
Resources and Environmental Science is one of the most productive forest 
research programs in the country. The School is particularly well known for its 
excellence in the fields of forestry, applied ecology, forest molecular 
genetics, and wildlife management. In 2015, USA Today reported that the 
School’s undergraduate programs in Natural Resources and Conservation were 
ranked in the top 10 in the nation. The National Research Council currently and 
consistently ranks the School’s Forest Science PhD. Program in the top 10 
nationally. The School was also ranked No. 1 in the number of forestry journal 
citations per FTE faculty member in a 2006 study published in the Journal of 
Forestry.

Established in 1885, Michigan Tech is a nationally recognized, 
doctorate-granting, research University with a chartered mandate to serve the 
industry of the State of Michigan. The university enrolls about 7,000 students 
and is a leader in science and engineering education. Michigan Tech is an 
ADVANCE institution, one of a limited number of universities in receipt of NSF 
funds in support of our commitment to increase diversity and the participation 
and advancement of women in STEM.

Located in Houghton, on the south shore of Lake Superior, 

[ECOLOG-L] MS position in small mammal population ecology, Univ. New Hampshire

[Rebecca Rowe]

MS position in small mammal population ecology at the University of New
Hampshire 

The Rowe Lab (http://www.unh.edu/rowe_lab/) seeks a highly motivated M.S.
student for a two year project on the population ecology of small mammals in
northeastern forests. This is a field intensive project using mark-recapture
surveys among forest types at the Bartlett Experimental Forest, NH. The
candidate will oversee and participate in summer field data collection
during each project year. The student will be expected to present results at
scientific conferences and to agency personnel. The student will work
closely with faculty, staff, and other graduate students and is expected to
lead publications that emerge from this research. 

Applicants must be able to begin in May/June 2016. Previous experience
live-trapping small mammals is strongly preferred. Candidates must have a
B.S. degree in a pertinent field with GPA >3.0. Stipend, health insurance,
tuition, and all project operating costs will be provided. This work is
supported through a McIntire-Stennis award from the NH Agricultural
Experiment Station and a Teaching Assistantship.

Visit http://naturalresources.unh.edu/graduate/wildlife for additional
information about the Wildlife and Conservation Biology MS program within
the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment 
(http://www.nre.unh.edu/ ). 
Application materials can be found at: http://www.gradschool.unh.edu/fp.php.
Application review will begin on January 15th. 

Interested individuals should email Rebecca Rowe at rebecca.r...@unh.edu
with the subject line: Prospective MS Student. Please attach a single pdf
document that includes a brief description of your research interests and
why you would like to join the lab, and a CV (including GPA and GRE scores). 

[ECOLOG-L] Performance of GPS-collars in wildlife research: what does the evidence show?

[Maarten Hofman]

Calling on all conservation scientists and practitioners who have worked 
with GPS-collars for studying or monitoring wildlife worldwide!


Dear colleague,

have you ever deployed GPS-collars that didn't perform as expected and 
forced you to change or abandon your project objectives? Or have you 
observed exceptionally high collar performance in your study system? Either 
way, would you find it useful to have an easily accessible resource 
reporting success rates of GPS-collars under different conditions all over 
the world?

To produce just such a resource, we are looking for information on fix 
success rates of GPS-collars in projects of all sizes and in all locations. 
Projects that remained unpublished in scientific literature are especially 
needed, but information from published studies is welcomed too. If you have 
run projects using GPS-collars, and you want your deployment data to 
contribute to an evaluation of this wildlife research technique, please 
leave us your contact details using the short form located here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VNRFRg0W7hBjiQLAx517JFZkUiCgSLVfNox1Qox9Xq
0/viewform?usp=send_form

We will get in touch with you in the near future for a follow-up 
questionnaire. For clarity: we are only interested in the deployment 
information, not in any ecological data resulting from the deployment.

We thank you in advance for your collaboration, and look forward to hearing 
from you.

Please feel free to share this call with anyone who might be interested.

Maarten P.G. Hofman (1,2), Matthew W. Hayward (2), Julia P.G. Jones (2) and 
Niko Balkenhol (1)
1 Dept. of Wildlife Sciences, University of Göttingen, Germany
2 School of Environment, Natural Resources and Geography, Bangor 
University, Wales, UK

For more information about this survey:
Maarten Hofman - +49 (0)155 39 33583 - maarten.hof...@forst.uni-
goettingen.de – http://conservation.bangor.ac.uk/MaartenHofman.php.en

PS:
We apologize for any cross-posting.

[ECOLOG-L] MARINE & AQUATIC BIOLOGY INSTRUCTOR POSITION

[Kevin McCluney]

The Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University
invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position as Marine &
Aquatic Biology instructor beginning with the fall 2016 semester.  We seek
a motivated and dedicated colleague to help address curricular needs
resulting from rapid growth we have experienced in our Marine & Aquatic
Sciences Specialization. Duties may include teaching Marine Biology, a
non-majors service course in this discipline, and curriculum development in
the area of Marine Conservation Biology that would align with our growing
partnership with a nearby public zoo and aquarium facility. The candidate
will also assist with coordination of our Marine Laboratory, which includes
outreach and will assist in the development of field-based classes in the
marine sciences. We particularly encourage research-active applicants who
will promote student participation in research in the aquatic sciences.
Some academic advising responsibilities will also be expected of the
successful candidate. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. and prior experience
instructing college lecture and laboratory courses.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and a statement describing
teaching (and research) interests and experience in one electronic file
(pdf) by January 4, 2016 to:  Marine & Aquatic Biology Instructor Search,
Kelly Stewart at kstew...@bgsu.edu. If you have any questions, please email
the Search Chair, Mike McKay at rmmc...@bgsu.edu. Finalists will be asked
to arrange for submission of recommendation letters to the Search
Committee. Start date is August 2016.

Finalists are also required to submit a transcript of highest degree and
authorize and pass a background check prior to offer of employment.  BGSU
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.  We are
committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly
encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals
with disabilities regardless of age, gender identity, genetic information,
religion, or sexual orientation.

--
Kevin E. McCluney, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH  43403-0208
Office: 451D Life Sciences
Lab webpage: http://blogs.bgsu.edu/mccluneylab/

google.com/+KevinMcCluney
https://twitter.com/KevinEMcCluney
http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kevin_McCluney

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc - Landscape ecology of the Lesser Prairie-Chicken

[Ross, Jeremy D.]

Postdoctoral Research Associate - University of Oklahoma

Salary: $45,000/yr (+ subsidized health care, dental, and vision 
insurance)

The Oklahoma Biological Survey (OBS) and George Miksch Sutton Avian 
Research Center (“Sutton Center”) are seeking a postdoc with expertise 
in analysis of ecological data, including GIS skills and multivariate 
techniques. The position is grant-funded and will be supervised by Dr. 
Jeremy Ross at the Sutton Center and Dr. Michael Patten at the OBS. The 
position will be based at the Sutton Center in Bartlesville, OK, though 
paid travel to the OBS on the main OU campus in Norman will regularly 
occur.

Principal duties of the position will be the organization, analysis, and 
preparation of manuscripts of a >15 years of data on the life history, 
landscape ecology, and habitat selection of the Lesser Prairie-Chicken 
(Tympanuchus pallidicinctus). Key questions will be those that relate to 
applied ecology, conservation, and management in support of the species’ 
rangewide recovery plan, as administered by the Western Association of 
Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA). The successful candidate will have a 
great deal of latitude to build on works already published from these 
data; as such, we seek applicants who are efficient, creative, and able 
to work well with Sutton Center and OBS staff and faculty.

This position will primarily be office-based, though occasional trips to 
our research area in northwestern Oklahoma to ground-truth data will be 
expected. The postdoc will also be expected to work cooperatively with 
other research and management agencies as part of a Lesser Prairie-
Chicken research consortium in Oklahoma.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED, so highly-qualified candidates are 
encouraged to inquire/apply at their earliest convenience. The 
University of Oklahoma is an equal-opportunity employer and women, 
minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:
Required: PhD in ecology or conservation biology, expertise in analysis 
of ecological data, including GIS skills and multivariate techniques. 
Preferred: experience with occupancy modeling, survivorship analysis, 
and research with large, long-term tracking datasets.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, your CV, and three references 
to:

Dr. Jeremy Ross, Executive Director, George Miksch Sutton Avian Research 
Center, Oklahoma Biological Survey, University of Oklahoma, P.O. Box 
2007, Bartlesville, OK 74005
ros...@ou.edu 
 and
Dr. Michael Patten, Professor, Oklahoma Biological Survey, University of 
Oklahoma, 111 E. Chesapeake St., Norman, OK 73019
mpat...@ou.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Postgrad and Postdoc opportunities in Ecology at Durham University, UK

[Philip Stephens]

3 competitive opportunities are available to work with Phil Stephens
(http://community.dur.ac.uk/philip.stephens/welcome.htm) at Durham
University, UK (https://www.dur.ac.uk/).

1. Opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher with an excellent CV to compete
for a Durham University Junior Research Fellowship
(https://www.dur.ac.uk/ias/diferens/junior/). A successful candidate would
have interests in camera trapping, citizen science and mammalian population
ecology. S/he should have no more than 5 years postdoctoral experience, and
should not have spent more than 12 months in the UK in the 3 years prior to
1st July 2016. S/he should show evidence of high quality publications in
internationally competitive journals. Successful candidates usually have
5-10 good publications, with most as first or corresponding author. In the
first instance, please contact philip.steph...@durham.ac.uk, sending a copy
of your CV. The final deadline for completed applications is 04/12/15.

2. Opportunity to study for a PhD on "The ecology of carnivore movement",
with Phil Stephens, Matt Hayward
(http://www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy/staff/mhayward.php.en) and Michael Somers
(http://www.michaelsomers.co.za/). This is open to students worldwide and is
in competition for funding via a Durham Doctoral Scholarship. Successful
candidates usually have a high quality first degree, a masters, and evidence
of publication in internationally-competitive journals. The deadline for
applications is 12th January 2016. More details available here:
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=69290=431

3. Opportunity to study for a PhD on "Human disturbance and habitat use by
red deer", with Phil Stephens, Nils Bunnefeld
(http://rms.stir.ac.uk/converis-stirling/person/18125) and Justin Irvine
(http://www.hutton.ac.uk/staff/justin-irvine). This is open only to students
eligible for UK research council funding (see NERC’s current studentship
handbook) and is in competition for funding via a NERC DTP Scholarship.
Successful candidates usually have a high quality first degree and may also
hold a masters degree. Evidence of publication in
internationally-competitive journals is desirable. The deadline for receipt
of all application materials is 22nd January 2016. More details available
here: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=69291LID=431

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantships in Tropical Deforestation and Agriculture — Brazilian Amazon

[Ian Schelly]

The Gibbs Lab group at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has funding 
for two Graduate Research Assistants starting Fall 2016.  The students 
will help answer questions about soy and cattle industry expansion, 
tropical deforestation, and new approaches to forest conservation.

Specifically, the students will investigate the impact of supply chain 
governance efforts, including the Soy Moratorium and Zero-Deforestation 
Cattle Agreements, on tropical deforestation and agriculture as well as 
institutional changes along the value chain. The broader research 
project will involve a combination of GIS and statistical modeling, as 
well as field surveys of farmers and other key stakeholders.

Candidates with interest or expertise working in Brazil - especially  At 
least one student position will include opportunities to conduct 
fieldwork in rural Brazil.  A strong work ethic, excellent analytical 
skills, and the ability work both independently and with a team are 
essential.

Applicants  typically, graduate students in our research programs have 
undergraduate GPAs above 3.5, and GRE scores in the 80th percentile or 
higher.  The position is fully funded for one year and renewable upon 
satisfactory progress and funding availability; benefits include 
stipend, tuition remission and eligibility to participate in the Student 
Health Insurance Program.

GLUE is a vibrant and energetic research group, with strong experience 
working in Brazil.  Madison is widely recognized for its warm community, 
high quality of life, vibrant culture and arts scene, and easy access to 
natural areas.  Costs of living are moderate, and public transportation 
or bicycle paths are easy transportation options.

For more information:
Gibbs webpage: http://www.gibbs-lab.com/
Nelson Institute: http://www.nelson.wisc.edu/
Department of Geography: http://www.geography.wisc.edu/

Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing qualifications and 
research interests, CV, and names of three references to Holly Gibbs 
(hkgi...@wisc.edu).  Candidates should also submit an application to the 
Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies (due Jan 15, 2015) and / or 
the Department of Geography (due Dec 15, 2015). Finalists will be 
contacted by early January.