[ECOLOG-L] Job: Executive Director, Society for Conservation Biology

[David Inouye]

**SCB Launches Search for Executive Director**

Dear Colleague,

We are excited to announce a search for the new Executive Director of 
the Society for Conservation Biology (SCB).


We are reaching out to our members for help in spreading the word and 
contacting individuals through your networks who may be good candidates 
for the position.


SCB seeks an innovative, dynamic leader for this extraordinary 
leadership position. The Executive Director will join a thriving 
organization at a remarkable period of growth and development.


The Board and staff stand deeply aligned in serving SCB's mission to 
advance the science and practice of conserving Earth's biological diversity.


The complete job description and instructions on how to apply can be 
found at www.Explorecompany.com 
. 
If you have any questions or suggestions of potential candidates, please 
contact our lead consultant and Explore Company President Dan Sherman 
.


This is an exciting moment for SCB. We greatly appreciate your 
engagement and support in our efforts to secure an exceptional and 
inspirational Executive Director.


Best regards,

James Watson, SCB President

[ECOLOG-L] van Eck Scholarships for Graduate Research in Forest Restoration

[Douglass F. Jacobs]

Fred M. van Eck Endowed Scholarships for Graduate Research - Hardwood Tree 
Improvement and 
Regeneration Center, Purdue University

Fred M. van Eck scholarships are available for outstanding graduate student 
candidates to study the 
restoration ecology and silviculture of native forest trees. Research may focus 
on high-value North 
American hardwood species (walnut, oak, cherry) and/or development of 
restoration strategies for 
threatened species such as American chestnut or butternut (in the Central U.S.) 
or koa (in 
tropical Hawaii). The nature of this endowment provides flexibility for the 
candidate to work with 
faculty in developing a specific research focus, which may emphasize aspects 
related to 
ecophysiology, plant propagation, silvicultural systems, ecological 
restoration, tree improvement, 
molecular genetics, invasive species, pathogens/pests, and global change 
biology. Candidates would 
work within the Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center, a 
collaborative research 
organization comprised of U.S. Forest Service and Purdue University scientists 
in concert with industry 
and governmental partners, administratively located in the Department of 
Forestry and Natural 
Resources at Purdue University. The interdisciplinary nature of our research 
program suggests that 
most projects will integrate aspects from several, related disciplines to 
enhance the complexity and 
impact of the research.  

Candidates should have a GPA of at least 3.4 and GRE scores averaging > 60th 
percentile. Preference 
will be given to Ph.D. students, though M.S. students with strong credential 
should also inquire. 
Assistantships will be awarded at $18,960 (M.S.) and $21,755 (Ph.D.) per year. 
In addition, an annual 
budget of $10,000 will be available for research support and a new laptop 
computer will be provided 
for the duration of the scholarship. For fall semester 2017, scholarship 
applications must be received 
by November 15, 2016.  For more information:

Douglass F. Jacobs, Ph.D.
Fred M. van Eck Professor of Forest Biology
Co-Director, Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center
Associate Head of Research, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources
Editor-in-Chief, New Forests
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2061, USA

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc position: Barrier removal decision support

[Kelly Robinson]

Position: Post-Doctoral Research Associate


 

Agency: Quantitative Fisheries Center, Michigan State University


 

Description: The Quantitative Fisheries Center at Michigan State University 
seeks a postdoctoral research associate (postdoc) to evaluate decision support 
tools for prioritizing riverine barrier removals to restore connectivity for 
native Great Lakes migratory fish in northwest Michigan. The postdoc will use 
1) decision analytic and quantitative methods to evaluate existing empirical 
data and decision support tools for barrier removal, and 2) collaborate with 
local partners (federal, state, tribal and nonprofit organizations) to design 
and implement field-based assessments to verify predictions of the decision 
tools. The postdoc will also work with the Great Lakes Aquatic Habitat 
Connectivity Collaborative (GLAHCC) and the Tribal Stream and Michigan 
Fruitbelt Collaborative to evaluate results and create outreach and training 
tools. The ultimate goal of this project is to evaluate the efficacy of 
existing decision support tools (e.g., Fishwerks, Fishvis, Fish Habitat 
Decision Support Tool) to make recommendations for barrier removal 
prioritization. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal 
communication skills along with a quantitative background, GIS experience, and 
an interest in structured decision making. In addition to the project 
description above, we expect that the postdoc will have the flexibility to work 
with the GLAHCC to pursue other research topics within their objectives related 
to barrier removal and aquatic connectivity in the Great Lakes. Travel for this 
project may be required, both for meetings and workshops, as well as for field 
work and planning.


 

Qualifications: PhD in fisheries science, ecology, wildlife management, or 
other related disciplines with training or experience in quantitative methods


 

Salary: $47,500 per year plus benefits. Appointment is for 2 years.


 

Closing date: Until filled


 

Contact: All applicants must apply via www.jobs.msu.edu 
 search posting #4227.  Please submit your CV (with 
contact information for 3 references), letter of interest, and transcripts 
(unofficial).  Questions about the posting can be directed to Dr. Kelly 
Robinson (kfrob...@msu.edu ) at the Quantitative 
Fisheries Center.




Kelly Robinson 

kfrob...@msu.edu 

[ECOLOG-L] COMMUNITY ECOLOGY INTERNSHIPS IN ICELAND – Summer 2017

[Anthony R. Ives]

We are looking for undergraduates or recent graduates to join our team of 
interdisciplinary 
researchers in northeast Iceland this coming summer. We study the ecology of 
Lake Myvatn, and 
interns will be expected to assist in our ongoing LTREB (Long-Term Research in 
Environmental 
Biology) project. 

ELIGIBILITY
We expect the internships to include both NSF-REU (Research Experience for 
Undergraduates) and 
non-REU positions. Only current undergraduates (not graduating before fall of 
2017) with US 
citizenship are eligible for the REU positions. The non-REU positions are more 
flexible, although we 
will not consider applications from people with graduate-level education. The 
REU and non-REU 
positions are functionally identical; the only difference is funding source.

SELECTION CRITERIA AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Selection for this internship is extremely competitive—in previous years over 
200 people applied for 
only 4 positions. Please carefully consider your competitiveness for this 
position before applying.

The research focuses on the population dynamics of midges in Myvatn and the 
consequences they 
have for the aquatic and surrounding terrestrial food webs. The work includes 
conducting lab and 
field experiments, and collecting arthropod, zooplankton, sediment and plant 
samples. The research 
will be divided approximately equally between aquatic and terrestrial systems. 

Our interns take primary responsibility for the routine sampling that forms the 
backbone of the long-
term research, in addition to conducting independent projects. Technical lab 
and (especially) field 
skills are essential. However, we place primary importance on the ability of 
prospective interns to 
work both independently and as part of a research term. We will also consider 
the ability of 
applicants to function in the somewhat remote conditions of rural Iceland. 

APPLICATIONS
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply with the following:

1. Cover letter
Your cover letter should outline your background and the reasons why you would 
be a good 
candidate for this position. Include a discussion of why you want this position 
and how it relates to 
your intellectual interests and career goals. In particular, emphasize how your 
experiences and skills 
make you a good match for the position. Highlight specific details from your 
resume or other 
pertinent information that does not appear on your resume. Include your 
citizenship, whether you 
have a valid driver’s license, and your current and future educational plans. 

2. Resume
Include a current resume that details your education and work experiences. 
Provide names and 
contact information for at least two references whom we can contact to ask 
specific questions about 
your background and qualifications for the position.

Submit your application as a single PDF (only 1 file), including cover letter 
and resume. Email your 
PDF to Joe Phillips jsphilli...@wisc.edu. Include your surname in the file 
(e.g., 
Smith_Iceland_application.pdf). Put “2017 Summer Research in Iceland” in the 
subject line of the 
email. After initial screening of materials, finalists will be contacted for 
interviews.

DEADLINE
For full consideration for summer 2017 internships, please submit your 
application by 1 December, 
2016.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
All positions include coverage of travel expenses to and from Iceland, food and 
lodging, and a small 
stipend. Interns are expected to join the research team in Iceland from the 
first week of June to late 
August. The timing of the fieldwork is dictated by our needs for routine 
sampling and therefore is 
inflexible. A critical part of the program is conducting your own research 
project under our guidance. 
Past summer research interns have completed their projects as senior research 
theses or have 
presented their work at national conferences.

More information about our work and field experiences can be found at our blog, 
http://uwmyvatn.blogspot.com/ 

Contacts:

Joe Phillips (graduate student) - jsphilli...@wisc.edu  

Amanda McCormick (graduate student) - amccormi...@wisc.edu   

Tony Ives (professor) - ari...@wisc.edu   
http://www.zoology.wisc.edu/faculty/ive/ive.html

Claudio Gratton (professor) - cgrat...@wisc.edu   
http://gratton.entomology.wisc.edu/category/ecosystem-linkages/

[ECOLOG-L] ugglan traps for small mammals

[Lui Marinelli]

Are these traps still manufactured?  If so, where can I buy some?

Lui

Lui Marinelli, PhD
VP Contract Administration, SCFA
Instructor, School of Environment and Geomatics (formerly Renewable Resources)
Selkirk College
301 Frank Beinder Way
Castlegar, BC
V1N 3J1
CANADA

(250) 365-1269
lmarine...@selkirk.ca



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[ECOLOG-L] Job: Ecological Assessment, Inventory and Monitoring Program Coordinator – Nevada

[Amy Gladding]

http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=PPREF&req=2016-RAP-117

The ecological monitoring program at GBI serves as an excellent
professional development opportunity for burgeoning natural resource
professionals looking for experience in botanical, soil, and rangeland
surveys. This program is a component of our well-established Research
Associate Program
,
which focuses on the conservation of natural resources in the Intermountain
West. As an element of this program, participants implement the Bureau of
Land Management’s national Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM)
strategy, which is targeted at collecting standardized inventory and
long-term vegetation data at multiple scales across western BLM districts.
In accordance with this strategy and through a partnership with the BLM,
GBI’s ecological monitoring program is dedicated to providing college
graduates and emerging professionals with hands-on survey, inventory,
monitoring, and reporting experience in natural resource management.



This video  highlights the BLM’s AIM strategy
for landscape-scale data capture across the western states.



*Position Objectives:*

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Nevada Bureau of Land
Management (BLM), is recruiting an experienced ecologist to work
cooperatively as the Elko District AIM Program Coordinator. The overall
objective of the GBI/BLM NV AIM program is to support land health
assessments through inventory and monitoring of sage grouse habitat and
other areas on NV public range lands and riparian systems. Biotic,
hydrologic, and soil qualitative indicators are used in conjunction with
quantitative data to inform conservation planning and adaptive management
decisions. The overall objective of the available position is to coordinate
all aspects of the GBI/BLM Nevada AIM program in the Elko BLM District
Office.



*Duties and Responsibilities:*

The Elko District AIM Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with
program staff (the NV AIM Program Coordinator, Data Specialist, Elko
seasonal crew leads, and technicians) to fulfill the goals and objectives
for AIM projects in Elko. Specific duties include:



·   Supervision, management, training, and coordination of Elko District
AIM teams;

·   Supporting the Nevada AIM Coordinator in recruitment efforts;

·   Acting as liaison to BLM staff and other project affiliates;

·   Implementation planning, equipment organization and maintenance,
vehicle coordination, field protocol and data QA/QC, and team deployment;

·   Promoting a culture of safety and maintaining safety communication and
best practices with AIM crews during the field season;

·   Supporting data collection, organization, processing and QA/QC while
ensuring consistency across crews;

·   Utilizing GIS to perform spatial analysis and produce mapping products;

·   Travel, camping, and site visits to Elko District Crews;

·   Planning and coordinating with Elko District staff on current and
future AIM projects, including seasonal planning and generating sampling
points within strata as designated by district staff;

·   Conducting interim AIM reporting and drafting summary AIM reports;

·   Supporting BLM in accessing and using AIM data;

·   Participating in GBI or partner-sponsored training opportunities,
and/or facilitating GBI workshops for Research Associates and AmeriCorps
technicians and interns.



*Contract length: *Beginning in November and renewable annually depending
on funding and performance evaluation



Salary: $18.50/hour



*Benefits:* Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and paid personal
leave



*Location:* Based in Elko, NV. The BLM Elko District Office encompasses
12.3 million acres in northeastern Nevada. Straddling the Humboldt River,
Elko lies near the base of the Ruby Mountains and along the historic
California Trail. Elko is a mid-sized western community and provides a base
to excellent outdoor recreation opportunities.



*Qualifications:*

   - Advanced degree or equivalent experience in one of the major natural
   sciences;
   - 2 years minimum in a leadership position;
   - Experience in project management strongly preferred;
   - Experience working with federal land management agencies, members of
   the public, and/or non-profit organizations;
   - Understanding of principles related to a combination of the fields of
   botany, soil science, wildlife biology, geology, hydrology, and spatial
   analysis;
   - Applicant should possess relevant or related field experience –
   knowledge of and/or experience in high desert and Great Basin ecology
   preferred;
   - Awareness of best practices for field safety, communication and risk
   management;
   - Applicant should possess a strong background in plant community
   ecology and plant identification; those with additional soil identification
   experience will be g

[ECOLOG-L] "Ocean Research in the Coming Decade" -Request for Comments on Plan

[Alison Mize]

The Subcommittee on Ocean Science and Technology (SOST), under the National 
Science and Technology Council (NSTC), is requesting written input on the 
structure and content of its upcoming 10-year ocean research plan (tentatively 
titled "Ocean Research in the Coming Decade"). This new Plan will supersede the 
NSTC's "Charting the Course for Ocean Science in the United States for the Next 
Decade:  An Ocean Research Priorities Plan and Implementation Strategy," that 
was published in 2007 and updated in 2013.

The Plan will describe the most pressing research questions and most promising 
areas of opportunity within the ocean science and technology (S&T) enterprise 
for the coming decade. It will set the stage for actions across Federal 
agencies and with non-Federal entities to address societal needs and issues of 
national importance.

A public input period on the Plan is open now until January 1, 2017. The SOST 
invites all interested parties to provide input relevant to the Nation's ocean 
S&T enterprise. Suggestions directed toward how the Plan should be structured 
and specific topic areas that should be considered for inclusion in the Plan 
are particularly encouraged. See the Federal Register Notice for additional 
information on the public input period. 
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/10/28/2016-26118/plan-for-ocean-research-in-the-coming-decade

To provide input, please visit 
https://contribute.globalchange.gov/plan-ocean-research-coming-decade.

For more information on the Plan and to view the Plan prospectus, please visit 
www.nsf.gov/geo/oce/orp.

General inquiries may be directed to 
oceanresearchp...@nsf.gov.


Alison Mize
Director of Public Affairs

Ecological Society of America
1990 M Street NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC  20036
www.esa.org

ali...@esa.org
703.625.3628 (cell)
202.833.8773 ext. 205 (office)

[ECOLOG-L] Director, School of Biological Sciences position

[John DeLong]

The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln
is seeking a director:

Director, School of Biological Sciences

We are seeking an extraordinary individual to serve as Director of the
School of Biological Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL),
a public land grant research university and member of the Big 10/Committee
on Institutional Cooperation, with a total enrollment of over 25,000
students. The School of Biological Sciences (SBS) is part of the College of
Arts and Sciences, and plays a central role in undergraduate and graduate
education and research at UNL. SBS faculty attract $12 million annually in
competitive extramural research support, primarily from NIH and NSF. SBS
has over 500 undergraduate majors and nearly 80 graduate students. Our 44
faculty members pursue research across the full spectrum of biology from
molecules to ecosystems, and theory to empiricism.  Research by SBS faculty
members is highly collaborative, and benefits from strong linkages with
other campus units.

We seek a Director who will promote faculty collaboration and integration
across levels of biological organization – from genes, cells, and
physiology through organisms to populations, communities, and ecosystems –
and between biology and other STEM and non-STEM disciplines. The Director
will provide strategic leadership and vision to promote SBS excellence in
research, education, and outreach; will effectively manage the School’s
resources; will be instrumental in fund raising and alumni relations; and
will play a key role in developing strong relationships between SBS and
other units across the campus and the university system.

UNL is committed to achieving academic excellence and continued growth and
development within the Life Sciences.   The successful candidate will be a
dynamic individual with outstanding scientific credentials, a commitment to
quality education, and the desire, ability, and vision to lead the School.
Candidates for this position must have a PhD; an outstanding record,
including accomplishments as a scientist, educator, and in service to their
institution; an understanding of the strengths and opportunities offered by
a School encompassing the breadth of biology; and demonstrated commitment
to excellence. Candidates must qualify for the rank of Professor with
tenure. Candidates with research interests in any recognized biological
discipline will be considered. The successful candidate will receive a
competitive salary and start-up package.

Additional qualifications include: proven success in academic leadership in
the context of shared governance and transparent decision-making; excellent
communication skills; an understanding of opportunities and challenges in
the current funding climate; an interest in working with the university
foundation,  donors, and alumni to support fund raising; an appreciation of
the SBS teaching mission and an awareness of the importance of innovation
in instruction; a commitment to diversity; and experience managing
financial and human resources.

Information about the department can be found at http://www.biosci.unl.edu.

For consideration, applicants must complete the on-line
Faculty/Administrative form and submit application materials at
http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_160169. Application materials
should include a cover letter describing administrative experience and
philosophy; a curriculum vitae with a full list of publications and a
summary of past, current, and pending research support; the names of three
references; and brief statements of research, educational, and service
interests. Inquiries regarding the position or the application process
should be directed to: bioscidirectorsea...@unl.edu, or SBS Search
Committee Chair, College of Arts and Sciences, University of
Nebraska-Lincoln, 1223 Oldfather Hall, Lincoln, NE 68588-0312 (Fax:
402-472-1123).

Review of applications will begin November 14, 2016 and continue until the
position is filled.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus
community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance,
and dual careers. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.



-- 
John P. DeLong
Assistant Professor
School of Biological Sciences
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
http://biosci.unl.edu/john-delong

[ECOLOG-L] Leatherback turtle internship

[Kelly Stewart]

*Leatherback Sea Turtle Project at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge*

*Seasonal Internship Opportunity*

**

*The US Fish and Wildlife Service is recruiting six interns to be hired by
the Student Conservation Association (SCA) for the 2017 leatherback sea
turtle nesting season at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge.*


Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge (SPNWR) is located on the beautiful
island of St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands. The leatherback sea turtle
project began monitoring and management activities at SPNWR in 1977. The
Project has since developed into one of the most comprehensive, long-term
sea turtle research and recovery efforts in the world. This work
contributed to the creation of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge as the
first refuge in the US Fish and Wildlife Service Refuge System established
for the purpose of protecting endangered sea turtles. During the last three
decades, there has been a substantial increase in the number of nesting
leatherbacks, from less than 20 individuals in the early years to more than
100 in recent years.


*Dates:* 31 March to 10 July 2017

*Duties:*

· All training will be provided. Perform regular nightly beach
patrols of the 3.0-km beach every 45 minutes to intercept all nesting
turtles. Patrol from ~7:30 pm until 5:15 am. Tag nesting turtles with
external flipper tags and internal PIT tags, collect genetic samples.

· Track the frequency and distribution of nesting activities by
recording date, time and beach location for each activity. Relocate nests
deposited in known beach erosion zones to stable beach areas. Excavate
emerged nests and collect data on hatch success.

· Maintain project equipment and vehicles. Maintain and clean
communal housing.

· Perform data entry and error check; summarize data and prepare
reports.

· Participate in outreach activities in the community  and on the
refuge as needed.

*Requirements:*

· Optimal physical fitness required for walking ~10 miles each
night in soft and wet sand, carrying a 25-lb backpack.

· Turtle experience is not required but you must have the proven
ability to work night-time hours in the field.

· Patience to endure extreme outdoor conditions such as inclement
weather (heat, humidity and rain), noxious insects (sand fleas and
mosquitoes), and frequent changes in plans.

· Ability to work independently when required and as part of a team
for the entire season.

· Enthusiasm and a positive attitude as field conditions vary daily
and are unpredictable.

· Ability to live communally in shared housing in close quarters.

· Local applicants (US Virgin Islanders) are strongly encouraged to
apply; regretfully we cannot accommodate any international applicants at
this time.

*To apply, submit a cover letter detailing how you meet the requirements,
include your resume and 3 references (with contact info) to *
*claudia_lomb...@fws.gov* *.  Deadline for
applications is Thursday November 10, 2016.*


*Benefits:* Round trip airfare up to $1,115, $100/week stipend, shared
housing, local transportation, worker’s compensation insurance, SCA
uniform, and an incredible field experience in a beautiful tropical
location are included. Opportunities for independent study are possible.

[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Opportunity in Conservation Science at Virginia Institute of Marine Science; College of William & Mary

[Donna M Bilkovic]

Ph.D. student position in Conservation Science; Virginia Institute of Marine 
Science; College of William & Mary

The Center for Coastal Resources Management at Virginia Institute of Marine 
Science, College of William & Mary has an opening for a Ph.D student in the 
area of Community Ecology to start fall 2017.  The student will be supported as 
a graduate research assistant as part of an NSF-funded project on coastal 
resiliency in Chesapeake Bay. This research will examine the interactions of 
climate change, management decisions and marsh ecological functions to simulate 
and select climate change adaptation strategies that will support a sustainable 
system. The student will participate in data collection and synthesis efforts 
in Virginia to comparatively quantify multiple ecosystem functions of living 
shorelines and natural marshes along a continuum of shorescape settings. The 
student's research will likely focus on the quantification of marsh ecosystem 
services, such as habitat provision (invertebrate, fish, bird, turtle 
abundance, biomass, diversity), primary production, nutrient and carbon storage 
for both natural marshes and the 'preferred' shoreline protection strategy, 
living shorelines, within shorescapes representing the continuum of marsh 
connectivity conditions.  The graduate student can and will develop a project 
and associated research questions tailored to their interests and intended 
career path.



Applicants should be self-motivated and also capable of working as part of a 
team. The ideal applicant will have experience and interest in conservation 
science, ecosystem services, community ecology, as well an interest in spatial 
modeling. Additional skills for the PhD position include statistical analysis, 
technical writing, and GIS.



This position will be based in the Department of Biological Sciences at VIMS, 
but there are opportunities for co-advising with the Environmental Science and 
Policy Program, College of William & Mary the student's background. The 
positions will be supported with a stipend (approximately $25,000/year), and 
paid tuition/benefits.



More information about the CCRM lab is available at: http://ccrm.vims.edu/

More information about the ESPP labs is available at 
http://rmcham.people.wm.edu/

http://wmpeople.wm.edu/mleu



Potential PhD students should send their CV, transcripts (unofficial are 
perfectly fine), GRE scores, and a brief statement of research interests 
related to this project to Dr. Donna Bilkovic at 
don...@vims.edu. Formal applications to the Virginia 
Institute of Marine Science should be complete by January 5, 2017. More 
information on the Graduate Program can be found here:

http://www.vims.edu/education/graduate/index.php

http://www.vims.edu/gateways/prospectivestudents/index.php



Apologies for cross postings.


Donna Marie Bilkovic
Research Associate Professor of Marine Science
Center for Coastal Resources Management
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
College of William & Mary
804.684.7331 | 804.684.7179 fax
don...@vims.edu | 
http://ccrm.vims.edu | VIMS faculty 
page
PO Box 1346 | 1375 Greate Rd., Gloucester Pt., VA 23062

[ECOLOG-L] Biological Science Aide, Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center

[Elsie Denton]

Job title: Biological Science Aide
Employer: USDA-ARS
Series/Grade: GS-0404-03/04
Start Date: January 2017
Position Length: 6-9 months
Location: Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center 
Number of Positions: One 
 
Duties:
Aide will work with Ecologists and Range Technicians. Fieldwork is based 
in ecological studies with emphasis on revegetation of sagebrush steppe 
plant communities. Topics of study include: determining attributes of 
high quality seed, identifying safe sites for seedling establishment and 
reducing early herbivory of seedlings. Responsibilities are to assist in 
the collection of field and laboratory data. Field work takes up about 
50% of the position responsibilities. Laboratory work consists of 
biomass separation and weighing, insect identification, seed quality 
assessment, data entry and photographic analysis. 

Requirements: Undergraduate studies in range, soils, wildlife, or other 
natural resource fields preferred; those with related experience or 
education will be considered. Must be able to lift objects that weigh up 
to 50 pounds and kneel/squat for extended periods of time for sample 
collection. Must have a valid state motor vehicle operator's license and 
be able to operate motor vehicles. Must be able to work in adverse 
weather conditions. Must be able to hike over rugged and steep terrain. 
Must to be at least 16 years of age. Must be a citizen of the United 
States of America.

To Apply: Send an email with “Biological Science Aide” in the title to 
elsie.den...@ars.usda.gov by NOV 15, 2016. Email should include: cover 
letter, resume, and college transcripts. List any pertinent classes in 
rangeland science, botany, soils, wildlife, natural resources, etc.

For more information see posting on EOARC job board: 
http://oregonstate.edu/dept/eoarc/osu-job-announcements

USDA-ARS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

[ECOLOG-L] MS opportunity - instream restoration and ecosystem function

[Brian Helms]

The Aquatic Ecology Labs of Brian Helms (Auburn University) and Natalie 
Griffiths (Oak Ridge National Laboratory) are seeking an MS student to join a 
collaborative effort investigating the long-term effects of instream 
restoration on Coastal Plain streams of the southeastern US. This work will 
take place on the Fort Benning Military Installation, Ft. Benning, GA.   The 
assistantship will allow the qualified candidate an opportunity to examine 
water quality and ecosystem function (whole-stream ammonium uptake and 
metabolism) 12+ years after stream habitat augmentation to assess the long-term 
ecological response to restoration efforts.  The student will be based in the 
Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University and be supported on a 
combination of Research Assistantships and Graduate Teaching Assistantships.  
For general qualifications and application info, please see 
http://www.auburn.edu/cosam/departments/biology/grad/index.htm



If you are interested in pursuing graduate studies in this area of research, 
please send your resume/CV, a list of three references, and a short statement 
summarizing your qualifications and research interests to Dr. Brian Helms 
helm...@auburn.edu and Dr. Natalie Griffiths 
griffith...@ornl.gov  with 'Ecosystem Function' in 
the subject line by Nov 18.   Although start date is somewhat flexible, 
preference is spring or summer 2017.



Please direct any questions regarding the project, position, or Department to 
Brian Helms (helm...@auburn.edu).





<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>
Brian Helms, Ph.D.
Assistant Research Professor
Auburn University Museum of Natural History
Department of Biological Sciences
Auburn University, AL  36849
334-844-7345

[ECOLOG-L] graduate student position (PhD/MS) available in stream ecology at U. of Oklahoma

[Allen, Daniel C.]

The Allen Lab at the University of Oklahoma is recruiting a graduate student to 
work on research 
projects related to the geographical ecology of stream and river networks. 
Funding is available for a PhD 
or a MS student via research and teaching assistantships with a competitive 
stipend and full tuition 
waiver. Successful applicants will design independent research projects for 
their thesis or dissertation, 
which would fall under the general umbrella of aquatic geographical ecology. 
Specific projects could 
range from community to ecosystem ecology; and could include (but are not 
limited to) questions 
related to biological community structure, biodiversity, food webs, or 
aquatic-terrestrial linkages at 
landscape, regional, or continental spatial scales. For more info, see 
http://www.allenlab.org/join/. Come 
join us!

[ECOLOG-L] New PDRA opportunity at Leeds

[Guy Ziv]

Hi all

We have a PDRA opportunity in University of Leeds (UK) in a project
funded by NERC on ecosystem services impacts of low-carbon energy
pathways in the UK (ADVENT project), which is part of UKERC programme.

We are looking of a PDRA with experience in econometric /
environmental economics methods, for a fixed term 20 months position.

For details see:
https://jobs.leeds.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=ENVGE1043

Kind regards,

Dr. Guy Ziv
Lecturer in Ecosystem Services
School of Geography
University of Leeds

[ECOLOG-L] Now Accepting Applications: The Xerces Society's 2017 DeWind Awards for Lepidoptera Research

[Candace Fallon]

The Joan Mosenthal DeWind Award

The Xerces Society is now accepting applications for two $3,750 awards for
research into Lepidoptera conservation.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The DeWind Awards are given to students who are engaged in research leading
to a university degree related to Lepidoptera conservation and who intend
to continue to work in this field. All proposals must be written by the
student researcher. Proposed research should have a clear connection to
Lepidoptera conservation and must be completed within one year from
receiving funds. Applicants may be graduate or undergraduate students;
however, please note that all but one awardee, to date, have been pursuing
graduate research. Applications from countries outside the United States
will be considered but must be written in English and international
applicant work cannot involve work in the United States.

Submission Deadline for 2017 Awards

The submission deadline is Monday, January 2, 2017, at 11:59 PM PST. Award
winners will be announced by March 31, 2017, with the awards given by May
2017.

Instructions for Submitting the Proposal

All proposals must be submitted by email to dew...@xerces.org. The proposal
should be attached as a single file in PDF format. The subject line of the
email should read "DeWind Award Proposal 2017."

Proposal Format (all text should use 12 pt font and one inch margins)

1. Cover page (1 page)
a. Title. List the title in Bold.
b. Contact information. Provide the name and contact information for the
applicant and his or her major advisor. Include institutional affiliations,
complete mailing address, and country. Also provide an email address and
telephone number (include country code if outside the United States).
c. Abstract. Include a project summary immediately following the title and
contact information. The summary should be limited to 100 words and should
not exceed one paragraph.

2. Proposal body (2 pages). Begin with a clear statement of the problem or
objectives, follow with a clear methods section, and end with a substantial
conclusion. The proposal should include a discussion of potential
conservation applications and results, and what products, if any, will
result from this work.

3. Additional information. On separate pages, please include all of the
following information: cited literature, detailed project budget, project
timeline, and a short (2 pages or less) CV. It is the goal of the DeWind
Award that the funds be used for direct research-related expenses; overhead
and/or administrative fees are considered ineligible.

4. Please include all of the materials as a single attachment. No other
attachments or supporting materials should be included.

For more information, to download a PDF of the submission guidelines, and
to read summaries of previous award winning projects, please visit
http://www.xerces.org/joan-dewind-award/.

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Endangered Species Program





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[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in wetland ecology and education

[Vanessa Lougheed]

The University of Texas at El Paso, Department of Biological Sciences, 
seeks a highly motivated doctoral student to study wetland ecology, 
which could include vertebrate, invertebrate or plant ecology at the 
genetic to ecosystem levels, beginning Summer 2017. Participation in 
undergraduate education activities, including design of laboratory 
exercises related to wetland ecology, is expected. Funding for this 
graduate research assistantship comes from a grant to UTEP from the Dept 
of Education through the Hispanic Serving Institutions STEM Articulation 
Program. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in biology 
or closely related discipline. To apply, please submit: a cover letter 
describing research interests, career goals, and experience related to, 
or interest in, curriculum development; a current CV; unofficial 
academic transcript; and, the name and full contact information for 
three references to Drs. Vanessa Lougheed (vlough...@utep.edu) and 
Elizabeth Walsh (ewa...@utep.edu). Review of applications will begin 
December 1, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Chair, Department of Geography, Rowan University

[Patrick Crumrine]

The Department of Geography at Rowan University within the School of 
Earth & Environment seeks a dynamic scholar for a tenure-track 
leadership position at the Associate or Full Professor level. The 
successful candidate will hold a PhD in Geography or a related field. We 
seek candidates who address issues of global significance-- established 
international collaborations are a plus. All research specializations 
will be considered, however, we have particular interest in those with 
expertise in the Impact of Climate Change, Environmental Sustainability 
in its many aspects. Ecosystem/Human System Interactions, Natural 
Disaster Reduction, Risk Assessment, GIS, Remote Sensing, and Planning 
for Sustainability.

Scholars hired in the School of Earth & Environment will have superior 
communication skills and will have demonstrated a deep commitment to 
sharing their science with the public. The successful candidate must 
demonstrate excellence in research, including an established record and 
future plan for external funding and strong publication history in high-
ranking journals, and in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and 
graduate students. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will 
assume the role of Chair of the Department, pending faculty vote in 
accordance with university and union policy. Administrative experience 
in various forms will be considered.  

Rowan University is a comprehensive state-designated research 
institution with approximately 17,000 students. The main campus is 
located in Glassboro, N.J., 20-miles southeast of Philadelphia, with a 
branch campus and medical school in Camden and a second medical school 
in nearby Stratford. The University boasts seven colleges–William G. 
Rohrer College of Business, Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering and 
colleges of Communication and Creative Arts, Education, Humanities and 
Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science and Mathematics, as well 
as the School of Biomedical Science and Health Professions and the 
School of Earth and Environment. The School of Earth and Environment was 
established in 2015 and the Department of Geography is one of three 
departments in the school, along with Geology and Environmental Science. 
The School of Earth and Environment is one of several presidential 
initiatives designed to enhance the research profile of the university 
and establish the university as a leader in environmental research.

The Department of Geography includes 7 tenure-track faculty members and 
approximately 200 majors across four undergraduate degree programs: BA 
Geography, BA Environmental Studies, BS Planning and BS GISc. The 
department is currently developing complementary graduate degree 
programs. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join an 
energetic group of faculty committed to providing students with an 
outstanding undergraduate education, maintaining traditions of 
collegiality, civic engagement and community outreach while also 
elevating the stature of the department both regionally and nationally. 

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant tracking 
system at:

http://rowanuniversity.hodesiq.com/job-details.aspx?jobid=5354357

Please submit a single PDF that includes the following items in the 
order listed: curriculum vitae, letter of interest, names and contact 
information for three references, and separate statements detailing 
research agenda and leadership philosophy. Statements should demonstrate 
a candidate’s potential for integration with Rowan University and 
specifically the Department of Geography.

Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity 
in employment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the 
United States on a full time permanent basis. All positions are 
contingent upon budget appropriations.
 
Review of applications will begin on December 1 and continue until the 
position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to 
the Chairperson of the Search Committee, Dr. John Hasse, Department of 
Geography, Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 
(telephone 856-256-4812, email: ha...@rowan.edu).

[ECOLOG-L] Two Faculty Positions in Environmental Science at Rowan University

[Patrick Crumrine]

Environmental Science - Tenure-Track Positions
Rowan University

The School of Earth & Environment at Rowan University is seeking 
candidates to fill two tenure-track positions in the forming Department 
of Environmental Science. We seek outstanding candidates who hold a 
Ph.D. in Environmental Science or a closely related discipline. 
Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain an active, 
highly visible, extramurally funded research program with outstanding 
scholarship and to demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentoring both 
graduate and undergraduate students. We seek candidates who have a big 
picture, global focus -- established international collaborations are a 
plus. The areas of expertise are open, however, we have particular 
interests in applicants engaged in the following research: Climate 
Change, Atmospheric Chemistry and Air Quality, Biogeochemical Cycles, 
Ecosystem/Human System Interactions, Environmental Technology, Natural 
Disaster Reduction, Water and Watersheds Research, Risk Assessment, and 
Environmental Sustainability in its many aspects. Scholars hired in the 
School of Earth & Environment will have superior communication skills 
and will have demonstrated a deep commitment to sharing their science 
with the public. We are seeking agents of change, and a willingness to 
work with governments, NGOs, and industry to solve real-world problems 
is desired.

Associate/Full Professor, Environmental Science (Tenured) – The 
successful candidate will have an established record of external 
funding, a strong publication history, must be a recognized authority in 
his or her field, and must possess a demonstrated commitment to public 
outreach. The successful candidate will assume the role of Chair of the 
Department, pending faculty vote in accordance with university and union 
policy. Administrative experience in various forms will be considered. 

Assistant Professor, Environmental Science (Tenure-Track) – The 
successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. by Sept. 1, 2017 and will have 
demonstrated early success at research and publication. Postdoctoral 
experience is a plus. A commitment to excellence in teaching and to 
communicating science to the public is a necessity. 

Rowan University is a comprehensive state-designated research 
institution with approximately 16,000 students. Its main campus is 
located in Glassboro, N.J., 20-miles southeast of Philadelphia. 
Philadelphia International Airport is 30 minutes away, and New York and 
Washington, DC are easily accessible by train from 30th Street Station. 
The Rowan Fossil Quarry (www.rowan.edu/fossils), located only 4 miles 
from campus, is closely associate with the School of Earth & Environment 
and provides unique research opportunities and teaching resources to 
faculty members and students. Rowan’s main campus is located on the 
Atlantic Coastal Plain, which contains many coastal and terrestrial 
ecosystems, as well considerable urban development. The Piedmont and 
Appalachian provinces are 20 minutes and 1 hour away, respectively. The 
Atlantic coast and the Delaware Bay estuary are within an hour’s drive.

Applications for must be submitted through our online applicant tracking 
system.

Submit application for Associate/Full Professor at 
http://rowanuniversity.hodesiq.com/job-details.aspx?jobid=5352641. 

Submit application for Assistant Professor at 
http://rowanuniversity.hodesiq.com/job-details.aspx?jobid=5352629
 
Please submit a single PDF that includes the following items in the 
order listed: letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a description of 
research agenda including potential funding mechanisms, and graduate 
transcripts (copies acceptable). Three letters of recommendation should 
be sent via email directly to ea...@rowan.edu. To insure full 
consideration, please submit your application by Friday, December 9th, 
2016. 

Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity 
in employment.

All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations.

[ECOLOG-L] Open PhD position in Tropical Plant Ecophysiology

[Shawn P. Serbin]

The Terrestrial Ecosystem Science & Technology (TEST) group at Brookhaven 
National Laboratory / Stony Brook 
University is currently recruiting Ph.D. 
students with an interest in one or more of the following areas:

• Remote sensing of tropical forests
• Modeling tropical carbon cycle processes
• Plant physiology
• Conducting field work in the tropics

A degree in the life sciences is required, preferably in plant biology, ecology 
or remote sensing. Candidates with an 
interest in the measurement and model representation of plant structural and 
functional traits and model-data fusion 
are strongly encouraged to apply.  Students will be supervised by Dr. Shawn 
Serbin (sser...@bnl.gov) and have the 
opportunity to structure their thesis research around a growing portfolio of 
research within the TEST group. The 
successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct research in a diverse 
range of field sites spanning 
paleotropical and neotropical ecosystems.  Financial support is available 
through a combination of research grants, 
graduate fellowships, and teaching opportunities. Please send CV and cover 
letter describing research interests to Dr. 
Shawn Serbin. The deadline for applicants to the Ecology & Evolution doctoral 
program at Stony Brook is December 
1st 2016 (http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ecoevo/program/application.html). 
Learn more about the TEST group 
at www.bnl.gov/test and the position at 
https://www.bnl.gov/envsci/TEST/jobs.php.