[ECOLOG-L] Post-doc in crop ecology

[Forcella, Frank]

The Forever Green Initiative (FGI) at the University of Minnesota (UMN) has 
received funding from the Walton Family Foundation to support a post-doctoral 
research associate to work with the FGI team on the agronomy and ecology of 
cash-cover crops. These crops include the autumn-sown oilseeds, winter camelina 
and pennycress, which are planted in double-crop systems with summer crops like 
soybean and sunflower. Many opportunities exist for expanding and improving the 
double-crop systems The post-doc is expected to take an active role in 
conceptualizing and leading new experiments and serving as a team member in 
other projects. The position will be based at the USDA-ARS Soils Lab in Morris, 
MN, but administered through the UMN Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics 
in St Paul. Start date is early 2017. Recent PhD in agronomy, crop science, 
plant ecology, or related discipline is required. For a formal position 
announcement and/or additional information, send résumé and/or inquiry to any 
of the following team members:
Frank Forcella frank.force...@ars.usda.gov 
320-589-3411 x127
Russ Gesch russ.ge...@ars.usda.gov 320-589-3411 
x132
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[ECOLOG-L] Internship - Ecological Restoration - Presidio Trust - Presidio of San Francisco

[Jason Lisenby]

This internship supports the Presidio Trust (NPS-Golden Gate National 
Recreation Area) Conservation, Stewardship and Research Department with an 
emphasis on vegetation management, monitoring, and leading volunteers in 
ecological restoration projects.

Length of Position: 10-12 month commitment

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Tuesday – Saturday or a Sunday – Thursday 
schedule with flexibility including occasional holidays and evenings

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports weekly volunteer programs and service projects for youth and adult 
groups 

Implements key components of restoration action plans including invasive 
plant control and native plant community revegetation 

Manages a Presidio stewardship site and maintains program tools, 
facilities, and equipment 

Conducts adaptive management and monitoring activities for plant and/or 
wildlife species and/or water habitats 

Assists in educating volunteers on the concepts of ecological restoration, 
biodiversity, invasive species, and conservation biology 

Provides general administrative support and conducts other duties as 
assigned 

Participates in Presidio Trust public events and programs 

BENEFITS
Stipend: $300 every two weeks

Transportation Benefit: $50 monthly parking permits for car owners or 
$50/month for non-car owners

Housing: Interns are provided a single occupancy (one person) room in 
dormitory-style housing in the Presidio with basic accommodations including 
a furnished private room, shared kitchen, and common areas. Interns must 
sign a housing contract, abide by the residential rules and contribute to 
the maintenance of the household. Interns must reside in the housing 
provided to be eligible for the internship. We cannot accept non-
residential interns.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of, and a desire to learn about natural history and ecology 
Proclivity for land stewardship and an enthusiasm for rigorous outdoors 
work in all types of site and weather conditions 

Good organizational skills and independent time management 

Enthusiasm for engaging with the community, including volunteers, community 
groups, middle and high school students 

Enjoy working with a diverse community of people of all ages 

Ability to work with a professional demeanor as part of a team 

Positive attitude 

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 

Must be a US Citizen and be at least 21 years old. 

Must possess a valid State driver's license 

WHY APPLY

Gain professional development in a team setting 

Learn valuable skills in ecological restoration, conservation, and 
community engagement 

Develop leadership and public speaking skills 

Great opportunity to live in a national park and work with staff and 
volunteers from diverse backgrounds who share a common interest in engaging 
the public and preserving the natural and cultural history of the Presidio

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and contact 
information (including full name, title, phone number and email address) 
for at least two references by email to interns @ presidiotrust.gov. PDF 
format is preferred but Microsoft Word versions are acceptable.

Learn about all available internships with the Presidio Trust here: 
http://www.presidio.gov/volunteer/internships

[ECOLOG-L] Interdisciplinary Post Doc at Colorado State University - Pueblo

[Claire Ramos]

The Biology Department at Colorado State University - Pueblo is hiring an
Post-Doctoral Researcher. This position is funded by a grant to promote
retention of under-represented groups in STEM fields by encouraging
undergraduate research. The successful candidate will work with a group of
faculty and undergraduates on a range of research projects and will also
teach courses as needed by the department. The position is open to candidate
with a wide range of research interests, but interdisciplinary interests are
preferred. This is a 2 year position starting in January 2017. Salary is
$47,500 per year. For full consideration, please submit your application by
Jan 3rd. More information and application details are at the following link:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/costatepueblo/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1578695

[ECOLOG-L] Job Oppt: NCEAS Postdoctoral Researcher - Soil Organic Carbon

[LeeAnne French]

 NCEAS is Recruiting for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on a SNAPP
project for managing soil organic matter for environmental and human
wellbeing outcomes.
Recruitment Period
*Open date: *December 9th, 2016
*Next review date:* January 31st, 2017
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
*Final date: *May 31st, 2017
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those
received after the review date will only be considered if the position has
not yet been filled.
Description

NCEAS seeks candidates for a Postdoctoral Scholar position as part of a
recently funded SNAPP working group project aimed at developing
quantitative targets to manage soil organic matter for environmental and
human outcomes. The Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP) is a
collaboration between The Nature Conservancy (TNC), the Wildlife
Conservation Society (WCS), and the National Center for Ecological Analysis
and Synthesis (NCEAS) to create a fundamentally different way to identify
and tackle large-scale challenges that threaten the integrity of nature and
human wellbeing.

The post-doctoral researcher will be integrally involved in: 1) analysis to
determine “hot spots” of potential to build up soil organic matter in
California rangelands and Midwestern row crop agriculture; 2) an empirical
literature review to predictively quantify environmental and human benefits
of soil organic matter for two Nature Conservancy programs—California
rangelands and the Soil Health Partnership, a collaboration between the
Conservancy and the National Corn Growers Association to promoted
sustainable soil management practices in the Midwest; 3) working with TNC
staff and other practitioners to develop specific strategies to manage soil
for environmental and human outcomes in California and through the Soil
Health Partnership; and 4) participation in the SNAPP working group
meetings.

The successful candidate will work with workshop PI Stephen Wood and
participant Mark Bradford, both at the Yale School of Forestry &
Environmental Studies. The SNAPP working group is comprised of global
leaders in soil science, rangeland management, agriculture, and economics
from academia, government, and NGOs, offering a unique opportunity to learn
from and collaborate with a diverse set of thought leaders. More
information on the working group can be found here:
http://snappartnership.net/groups/managing-soil-carbon/.

RESIDENCY AT NCEAS:
NCEAS (nceas.ucsb.edu) is a unique research center at the University of
California, Santa Barbara and is located in scenic downtown Santa Barbara.
The Center is known for fostering collaboration and data driven analysis.
NCEAS has a growing and thriving community of postdocs, resident
scientists, and analysts, and frequent influx of leading scientists and
practitioners from around the world participating in working group projects
across a diverse range of initiatives. Postdocs contribute their knowledge,
interests, and enthusiasm to the intellectual atmosphere of the Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
• PhD in soil ecology, ecosystem ecology, soil science, biogeochemistry, or
related discipline
Additional
• Strong experience with applied issues related to soil in agriculture,
rangelands, and conservation
• Strong interdisciplinary experience with fields relevant to soil
conservation, especially economics
• Strong analytical skills, including expertise in R and some familiarity
with spatial analysis
• Ability to review and synthesize large amounts of literature and complex
information
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to design, manage, and help lead workshops to bring disparate
groups to consensus
• Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
• Strong publication record
• Experience working with groups outside of academia (government, NGOs,
etc.)

TERM OF APPOINTMENT:
One year with the possibility of reappointment.

SALARY RANGE:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Full benefits package included

POSITION AVAILABLE:
Start date Spring or Summer 2017.

TO APPLY:
Please apply through UC Recruit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00921

Primary consideration given to completed applications submitted by January
31, 2017. Otherwise, open until filled

Required Documents to Apply:
• Curriculum Vitae
• A one-page statement of professional interests and expertise
• Contact information for three references

The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching and service.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Ecological Monitoring Program Director, Reno, NV

[Amy Gladding]

http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG&req=2016-RAP-106

The Great Basin Institute is recruiting an Ecological Assessment, Inventory
and Monitoring (AIM) Program Director for AIM and allied projects located
in multiple western states. Within GBI’s Research Associate Program, the
overall objective of the AIM program is to provide professional development
opportunities and quality land management assistance by producing
consistent, landscape-scale monitoring data in support of the BLM national
strategy for standardized resource monitoring. Sampling sites are
predominantly located in sage grouse habitat, on public rangelands, and in
riparian systems within designated priority areas. Field crews collect
biotic, hydrologic, and soil qualitative indicators in conjunction with
quantitative data to inform conservation planning and adaptive management
decisions.

Please follow this link for a video that highlights the BLM’s national
strategy for landscape-scale data capture across the western states using
AIM: http://youtu.be/LciTBPG2-Ss

The GBI AIM Program comprises over 100 seasonal and other staff. In 2017,
we expect to deploy over 40 field crews across seven western states. We
seek a committed AIM Program Director to coordinate with Research
Associate/AIM program staff to oversee, perform and support communication,
safety assurance, planning, scheduling, recruitment, training, field
deployment and implementation, data procurement and management, and
reporting. The AIM Program Director will work closely with Program
Coordinators, Data Specialists and other GBI staff, and will report to the
Research Associate Program Director in accomplishing this work. Specific
duties include:

• Proactively maintain regular communication with agency partners to
coordinate and promote adaptive management, development and budgeting, and
compliance with agreement terms;
• In collaboration with GBI staff, establish annual objectives and assess
the program’s long-term strategies;
• Act as liaison to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) staff and other
program/project affiliates to plan and coordinate current and future
projects;
• Oversee and perform recruitment, management, training, and coordination
of field crews working on monitoring projects;
• Support project planning, equipment organization and maintenance, vehicle
coordination, and team deployment;
• Oversee data management and delivery, which includes executing
quality-assurance measures, performing quality-control data checks
periodically throughout the field season, and using GIS to provide spatial
analysis for reports and other mapping products;
• Promote a culture and best practices for maintaining field safety;
• Travel to perform site visits, particularly during the field and shoulder
seasons, to BLM districts/offices and field sites in designated western
states;
• Collaborate with other GBI staff to ensure compliance with grant and
agreement terms and conditions, including: budget management, tracking and
financial reporting; payroll and invoice review and processing; and
compliance with AmeriCorps rules and regulations;
• Project reporting in accordance with programmatic and agency requirements;
• Engage in proactive and responsive personnel management;
• Participate in GBI or partner-sponsored training opportunities, and/or
facilitate GBI training/workshops for Research Associates;
• Complete AIM program administrative support tasks including ensuring GBI
and BLM policy compliance, maintaining personnel files, reviewing safety
reports, and completing payroll bi-weekly; and
• Complete other duties as assigned by GBI staff.

Contract length: Renewable annually depending on performance evaluation,
funding, and program needs

Expected start date: January-February 2017

Rate of Pay:  $60,000-$65,000 annual salary, DOE

Benefits: Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Paid personal leave;
401(k) retirement plan

Location: Based at GBI offices in Reno, NV. The “Biggest Little City in the
World”, Reno has an estimated population of just over 230,000; the greater
Reno-Sparks metropolitan area has a population of just over 435,000. The
city sits in a high desert at ca. 4,500 feet in elevation, at the foot of
the Sierra Nevada mountains along the Truckee River, as it flows from Lake
Tahoe to Pyramid Lake. Weather is mild, but with a distinct four seasons.
Reno offers easy access to world-class outdoor recreation, with a 3- to
5-hour drive to Yosemite and Death Valley National Parks, the Pacific
Ocean, and California redwood forests. Closer to home, Nevada boasts more
natural hot springs than any other state in the country, over 150 named
mountain ranges, and 30 mountain peaks over 11,000 feet. In Reno,
recreation and entertainment includes eight major ski resorts within 2
hours of the Reno-Tahoe airport; fishing and boating on Lake Tahoe, the
Truckee River, and Pyramid Lake; minor league baseball with the Reno Aces
(the Triple-A affiliate 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Ecological Monitoring Program Coordinator, Reno, NV

[Amy Gladding]

http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG&req=2016-RAP-129

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 AIM strategy for landscape-scale data capture
across western states.

Position Objectives:
The Great Basin Institute is recruiting an Ecological Monitoring Program
Coordinator to work cooperatively to support assessment, inventory and
monitoring of BLM land, including sage grouse habitat, range allotments,
and other areas on public range lands in CA, ID, OR, UT, WA, and WY.
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 and support AIM implementation including planning, recruitment,
orientation, training, deployment, communication, safety, logistics, data
collection and management, and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The AIM Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with GBI Program
Coordinators, Data Specialists, field crews, other GBI staff, and BLM
partners to fulfill the goals and objectives for AIM projects in designated
western states. Specific duties include:

• Supervision, management, training, and coordination of AIM field teams;
• Recruitment of AIM field crews (one Lead and two Technicians per crew);
• Acting as liaison to BLM staff and other project affiliates;
• Implementation planning, equipment organization and maintenance, vehicle
coordination, field protocol and data QA/QC standardization, 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;
• Reviewing, processing, and managing timesheets, time off requests, and
other standardized paperwork;
• Travel, camping, and site visits to BLM District/Field Office Crews;
• Conducting interim AIM reporting and drafting summary AIM reports;
• Engaging in project fund processes including drafting grants,
cost-estimates, and managing budgets;
• Participating in GBI or partner-sponsored training opportunities, and/or
facilitating GBI workshops for Research Associates and AmeriCorps
technicians and interns; and
• Performing additional duties, as needed.

This is principally an office-based position. Some travel, often involving
camping, will be required to conduct site visits and support field crews.

Contract length: Beginning in January-February and renewable annually
depending on funding and performance evaluation.

Salary: $1,440/bi-weekly salary

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

Location: Based at GBI offices in Reno, NV. The “Biggest Little City in the
World”, Reno has an estimated population of just over 230,000; the greater
Reno-Sparks metropolitan area has a population of just over 435,000. The
city sits in a high desert at ca. 4,500 feet in elevation, at the foot of
the Sierra Nevada Mountains and along the Truckee River. Weather is mild,
but with a distinct four seasons. Reno offers easy access to world-class
outdoor recreation, with a 3- to 5-hour drive to Yosemite and Death Valley
National Parks, the Pacific Ocean, and California redwood forests. Closer
to home, Nevada boasts more natural hot springs than any other state in the
country, over 150 named mountain ranges, and 30 mountain peaks over 11,000
feet. In Reno, recreation and entertainment includes eight major ski
resorts within 2 hours of the city; fishing and boating on Lake Tahoe, the
Truckee River, and Pyramid Lake; minor league baseball with the Reno Aces
(the Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks); cultural festivals
throughout the summer along the banks of the Truckee River; and a small but
growing collection of craft microbreweries and micro-distilleries. For
more, visit http://www.movoto.com/reno-nv/moving-to-reno/

Qualifications:
• College degree in one of the major natural 

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Natural Resources (Wildlife Management) -- University of Minnesota Crookston

[Matthew Simmons]

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN NATURAL RESOURCES – WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT –
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA CROOKSTON

INSTITUTION: The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) is one of five
campuses comprising the University of Minnesota system. UMC is a four-year
public university with an enrollment of 1,900 students of which
approximately half are in residence and half are enrolled in online degrees.
 The student body is diverse and comes from over 40 states and over 30
countries. Thirty-three baccalaureate degrees are offered, 14 of which are
also offered online.  UMC proudly carries on a tradition of over a century
of educational service to northwestern Minnesota beginning in 1906 as a
regional residential high school, changing to a two year college in 1966,
and to a four year college in 1993.  Since 1993, UMC has equipped all
on-campus students and faculty with laptop computers in a technology-rich
environment.  UMC is a small student-centered community of learning and
scholars known for providing personal attention to every student.  UMC makes
a commitment to each individual student’s achievements and offers a hands-on
approach with experiential learning that puts students ahead of the
competition. Integral to the university's statewide land-grant mission, UMC
provides applied, career-oriented learning programs including internships
and connects its teaching, research, and outreach to local, county, and
regional economic development agencies in support of the global economy. UMC
delivers world‐class University of Minnesota degrees in an affordable,
close‐knit campus setting where faculty and staff personally invest in the
success of each student. UMC has received a variety of national
recognitions, including 14 consecutive years in the U. S. News top schools
ranking.

POSITION: Full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Natural
Resources in the Agricultural and Natural Resources Department at the
Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting August 14, 2017. 
Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.  A
competitive fringe benefits package is offered.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction to students
in the Natural Resources program.  Course topics may include, but are not
limited to:  Wildlife Habitat Management Techniques, Mammalogy, Wildlife
Management, Research Techniques, Natural Resource Leadership and Policy,
Conservation Biology, Seminar, or natural resources courses suited to
qualifications, expertise, and programmatic needs. A successful candidate is
expected to establish his/her own scholarly research program in his/her area
of expertise.  The candidate is expected to contribute to further develop
current and future programs, advise students, participate in recruitment and
retention efforts, and help expand our network with the industry to benefit
our programs, student experience, and student employment opportunities.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Doctorate degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources,
Ecology, Biology, or related fields; excellent wildlife identification and
field sampling skills; effective written and oral communication skills;
teaching experience; ability to relate complex concepts to diverse
audiences; demonstrated cultural competency; and commitment to an
experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant
mission.  Final job offer contingent upon complete background check and
receipt of official transcripts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Expertise in habitat ecology or mammalian systems;
TWS Certified Wildlife Biologist certification; experience in habitat
management; experience in teaching at the university level; experience with
academic advising of students; experience in teaching varied courses in, and
related to Wildlife Habitat Management Techniques, Mammalogy, Wildlife
Management, Ornithology, Research Techniques, Natural Resource Leadership
and Policy, or Conservation Biology; previous field experience with a
natural resource agency or consulting firm.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:Review of application materials will begin January
9, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled. Visit
https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply
electronically.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. 
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My
Activities" page and uploading documents there.  Please include unofficial
college transcripts.  Calls of inquiry welcome by contacting Dr. Harouna
Maiga Department Head by telephone: (218) 281-8107 or e-mail:  hma...@umn.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Jobs: Howard University - Vertebrate Anatomy and Neurobiology

[Kenneth A. Hayes]

Howard University

College of Arts & Sciences 
Department of Biology

Assistant Professor of Neurobiology (tenure track)
Assistant Professor of Anatomy (tenure track)

Description
The Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Howard 
University invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the 
rank of Assistant Professor, one with specialization in neurobiology and 
the other in comparative vertebrate anatomy. We seek outstanding 
applicants with a demonstrated track record of excellence in research 
and teaching.

Qualifications
Successful candidates are expected to develop vigorous, extramurally 
funded research programs in their areas of expertise, actively 
participate in the Department's teaching and curriculum development at 
the undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentor undergraduate and 
graduate students.

Candidates must have:
* Earned doctorate in Biology or related field, with a specialization in 
neurobiology or comparative vertebrate anatomy from an accredited 
institution,
* Record of scholarship, teaching, and professional service commensurate 
with the rank of assistant professor,
* Effective communication and organizational skills, and
* Postdoctoral and grant-writing experience preferred.

Application Process
Complete applications consist of a single PDF file containing 
1) a cover letter addressing qualifications listed above, 
2) a current curriculum vitae, 
3) a two-page statement of research accomplishments, interests, and 
future plans, 
4) a two-page statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and 
5) the names and contact information for at least three references who 
will provide letters upon request from the search committee. 

Completed applications should be addressed to the Chair of the search 
committee Dr. Franklin Ampy and emailed to either:

hubio.ne...@gmail.com for the neurobiology position 

hubio.a...@gmail.com for the comparative anatomy position. 

All application materials should be received by February 1, 2017 when 
screening will begin and continue until the positions are filled. 
The starting date for both positions is August 15, 2017. 
Additional details and information can be found at 
http://hubiosearch.wixsite.com/2017.

[ECOLOG-L] Now recruiting PhD and/or MS students Human Dimensions of the Environment

[Bethany Cutts]

 Now recruiting PhD and/or MS students Human Dimensions of the Environment

*Priority deadlines:* Fall Admission: February 15thSpring Admission:
October 15
*Start date*: Fall 2017 or Spring 2018
*Advisor*: Dr. Bethany Cutts (https://cnr.ncsu.edu/directory/bethany-cutts/)

To Apply: https://www.ncsu.edu/grad/applygrad.htm


Research Area 1: Urban Environmental Equity

The successful student will work with geographers, landscape ecologists,
and environmental social scientists to integrate large-scale datasets with
qualitative data to answer questions about the role of environmental
justice in sustainability and greening initiatives that occur through
changes in property management, social norms, and/or changes in policy and
policy enforcement. Students will be expected to draw from a range of
quantitative and qualitative methods that may include social network
analysis, remote sensing, video-based interviews and/or participatory GIS.
Applicants with an interest in building technological and participatory
mapping expertise that aligns with the Center for Geospatial Analytics are
especially welcome.
Research Area 2: Social Dimensions of Restoration and Ecosystem Services

The successful student will work with social scientists and ecologists to
integrate social and ecological datasets to improve understanding of the
social dimensions of restoration activities in diverse landscapes. Working
with stakeholders, decision-makers, and collaborators in places that may
include New Mexico, North Carolina, and/or California, the student will be
expected to develop a research project that contributes new theoretical and
applied knowledge that helps understand how people enact collective
strategies to adapt to or mitigate against irreversible transitions in
human-nature relations. Students will be expected to draw from a range of
quantitative and qualitative methods that may include social network
analysis, GIS, and immersive geospatial technologies. Applicants with an
interest in building technological and participatory mapping expertise that
aligns with the Center for Geospatial Analytics are especially welcome.

Visit: https://faculty.cnr.ncsu.edu/bethanycutts/ to learn more.

See full description here:
https://faculty.cnr.ncsu.edu/bethanycutts/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2016/09/Recruiting_2017.pdf




Dr. Cutts’ research group welcomes students, postdocs and collaborators
regardless race, religion, gender identification, sexual orientation, age,
or disability status. Diversity allows us to question our assumptions about
how the world works and to use environmental social science more creatively
and more effectively as we seek solutions to sustainability challenges
through our professional actions and private lives.

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botany Technician with the NPS in Munising, Michigan

[Suzanne Sanders]

Position Title: Botany Technician

Location: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (stationed in Munising, 
Michigan)

Duration: May 17 – August 30, 2017 (dates are firm)

Pay: $20.00/hour 

Description and Duties: The incumbent will be employed by Northland 
College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes 
Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I&M) program. 
The goals of the I&M program include monitoring key environmental variables 
so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. 

This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the 
establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Pictured 
Rocks National Lakeshore in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The incumbent 
will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. He/she will 
be expected to identify 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable 
experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Field 
work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbent may also spend 
approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work.

This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day 
sampling periods, incumbent will be expected to carry field equipment 
weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, 
stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and 
poisonous plants.

The incumbent is responsible for securing and paying for his/her own 
housing in the Munising, MI area. 

To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial 
transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 16, 
2016. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly 
thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please. 

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Waterfowl Research Technicians and Crew Leaders - Summer 2017

[Mason Sieges]

Ducks Unlimited’s Great Plains Regional Office in Bismarck, ND, seeks 
several highly-motivated research technicians and crew leaders to assist 
with a breeding duck pair and brood survey throughout the Prairie 
Pothole Region of northwest North Dakota (ND) and northeast Montana (MT) 
during the spring and summer of 2017. Field operations will be based out 
of Bismarck, but research technicians will travel daily and will be 
stationed near Medicine Lake, MT or Stanley, Donnybrook, or Crosby, ND. 

Major responsibilities will include properly identifying duck pairs to 
species and social groups and duck broods to species and age class. 
Successful applicants will be expected to work at least five days each 
week (i.e., 60-80 hours per week). Field work is physically and mentally 
demanding and takes place under challenging conditions. Therefore, only 
enthusiastic, dedicated individuals should apply. A strong interest in 
waterfowl and wetlands ecology, desire to spend long days in the field, 
and determination to get the job done well is required. Inquisitive, 
detail-oriented, and self-motivated applicants are preferred. Experience 
identifying waterfowl and navigating using hard-copy maps are also 
preferred skills. Successful applicants will be expected to work safely 
and effectively in a rural setting without direct supervision. A valid 
driver’s license and clean driving record is required.

Researchers hired to conduct breeding pair and brood surveys will work 
from approximately 19 April ~ 18 August. Researchers hired to conduct 
brood surveys only will work from approximately 21 June ~ 18 August. One 
crew leader position is available beginning on 13 March. He/she will 
perform various tasks in preparation for the surveys. Research 
technicians and crew leaders will be paid a competitive wage. Housing 
for all positions will be provided.

Available Positions
1 Pair and Brood Survey Crew Leader (13 March ~ 18 August)
3 Pair and Brood Survey Technicians (19 April ~ 18 August)
2 Brood Survey Crew Leaders (21 June ~ 18 August)
5 Brood Survey Technicians (21 June ~ 18 August)

To apply for a position, send cover letter, resume, and contact 
information for at least three professional references to Mason Sieges 
at msie...@ducks.org. Within your letter of interest, please state WHICH 
POSITION you are interested in and your DATES OF AVAILABILITY. 
Additional application forms will be provided upon receipt of these 
documents.

Applications will be considered as they are received, and positions will 
remain open until filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Student Opportunity in Blackbird Eco-physiology at North Dakota State University (NDSU)

[Page Klug]

*Graduate Student Opportunity in Blackbird Eco-physiology* at North Dakota
State University (NDSU).


The Greives lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at North Dakota
State University (NDSU), in collaboration with Dr. Page Klug and the
USDA-APHIS-Wildlife Services National Wildlife Research Center, is seeking
a graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.) interested in participating in research
projects aimed at understanding the influence of cross-seasonal
interactions on timing of life-history transitions and reproductive success
(e.g. influence of overwintering habitat on reproductive timing and
success) in Red-winged Blackbirds. This is a unique opportunity for
individuals interested in the interface of ecological and evolutionary
physiology, animal behavior, and wildlife management in agroecosystems.
Specific projects can vary based on research interests but may include
investigations on the influence of overwinter habitat on pre-migratory and
reproductive endocrine function or the use of stable isotopes to uncover a
link between overwinter habitat and seasonal reproductive timing and
output. The student may either earn their degree in Biological Sciences or
through the Environmental and Conservation Sciences graduate program at
NDSU. Year-round funding (full tuition waiver and stipend) is available as
a Graduate Research Assistant in the Biological Sciences Department at NDSU
through a cooperative agreement with the USDA-APHIS-Wildlife Services
National Wildlife Research Center. Additional funding is available to
support research and to attend conferences and training opportunities.
Expected start date is August 2017.  If you are interested in this position
please contact Dr. Tim Greives at timothy[dot]greives[at]ndsu[dot]edu.
Please include in your email your research background and interests as well
as your GPA and GRE scores.

-- 

Page Klug, PhD

Supervisory Research Wildlife Biologist

USDA-APHIS-WS NWRC, North Dakota Field Station

Biological Sciences, Dept. 2715

North Dakota State University

PO Box 6050

Fargo, ND 58108-5060



Office: 701-231-5190

Mobile: 701-630-3776

Fax: 701-231-6119

Email: page.e.k...@aphis.usda.gov

www.aphis.usda.gov

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate positions in evolutionary physiology, Auburn Univ.

[Wendy Hood]

The Hood lab at Auburn University is looking to recruit 2 grad students (Ph.D. 
preferred) 
for fall 2017 to work on an NSF-funded project to evaluate the role that 
mitochondria play 
in variation in the reproductive fitness and longevity of animals. Students may 
work on our 
wild-derived house mouse model or alternate species.
 
Interested applicants should review our webpage, 
http://www.thehoodlaboratory.com/, 
and send an email to Dr. Wendy Hood at wrh...@auburn.edu. In the email, please 
include 
a description of prior research experience, your training in evolutionary 
biology, 
physiology, and cell biology.  If available, please also include an unofficial 
copy of your 
undergraduate and graduate institution transcripts (if post-masters), GPA and 
GRE scores, 
an example of your scientific writing, and the email address for 1-2 
references.  Please 
contact Dr. Hood ASAP if you would like to be considered for invitation to our 
graduate 
student recruitment day in January.
 
You can learn more about Biological Sciences at Auburn and our grad program at 
http://www.auburn.edu/cosam/departments/biology/grad/index.htm

[ECOLOG-L] Aquatic Instrumentation and Oceanography Manager

[Andrea Thorpe]

Battelle's Ecology Business is seeking an Aquatic Instrumentation and 
Oceanography Manager, located in Boulder, CO.
Reporting to the Director of Science, the Manager is primarily responsible for 
directly managing staff within the Aquatic Instrumentation and Oceanography 
team and the technical activities of projects/programs. The Ecology Business 
predominately serves the National Science Foundation as Managing Organization 
to complete the construction, commissioning, and initial operations of the 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON). NEON will enable scientists to 
understand and forecast interactions between life and the environment, 
including changes in climate, land use and invasive species, throughout the 
United States. In this capacity, the Manager will lead technical activities and 
provide technical and scientific expertise in multiple natural science fields 
such as ecology, civil engineering, hydrology, and water quality for the 
construction and operations of NEON's Aquatic Instrumented Systems that are 
deployed at wadeable streams, non-wadeable streams and rivers, and lakes.
Please click on the link below for the full job description and to apply:
https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=45620&company=battelle&username

[ECOLOG-L] REU Opportunity Summer 2016: “Research Experience for Undergraduates in Chihuahuan Desert Biodiversity”

[Michael Moody]

REU Opportunity Summer 2017: “Research Experience for Undergraduates in 
Chihuahuan Desert Biodiversity”

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) Department of Biological 
Sciences invites applicants for the NSF sponsored Research Experience 
for Undergraduates (REU) in Chihuahuan Desert Biodiversity.  This is a
10 week summer program.  The goal of this program is to provide 
undergraduate students with experience in hypothesis-driven 
collaborative research utilizing field based and/or laboratory methods 
and fully engage students in projects associated with the ecology and 
evolution influencing Chihuahuan Desert biodiversity.

The program provides:
• High quality research experience in ecology and evolutionary biology 
in the field and/or lab • Research opportunities at the Indio Mountains 
Research Station (IMRS), a 40,000 acre facility controlled by UTEP • 
One-on-one and group mentoring from active research faculty in 
multidisciplinary fields • Training in bioethics and other relevant 
professional skills

The program includes:
• $5250 stipend for 10 weeks
• Housing in shared apartments and field station • Travel reimbursement 
of up to $600

For more information on the program, research projects or to apply 
please visit: http://science.utep.edu/cdb-reu/

Enquiries: cdb-...@utep.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellow – Forest Growth Modeling

[Steve Chhin]

Postdoctoral Fellow – Forest Growth Modeling (DCANRD 16-0176)

The West Virginia University Research Corporation (WVURC) seeks to hire 
a Postdoctoral Fellow – Forest Growth Modeling in the School of Natural 
Resources at West Virginia University. The position will be measuring 
and modeling growth and health of young plantations within mixed-conifer 
forests. The researcher will be will be responsible for coordinating, 
planning and conducting the field and laboratory components of the 
project, with assistance from field and laboratory technicians.

A PhD in Forest Biometrics, or a doctorate related to quantitative 
forest management; and, experience with operating process-based forest 
models are required. A valid driver’s license is required. 

Competitive salary and benefits package offered. For a complete job 
description and to apply for this position, please visit 
http://hr.research.wvu.edu and click on the “View Jobs” link. 
AA/EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/E-verify compliant employer

In addition, applicants should email as a single PDF: 1) a cover letter 
detailing qualifications for the position, 2) curriculum vitae, and 3) a 
list of 3 professional references with contact information to Dr. Steve 
Chhin at steve.ch...@gmail.com.  The position will initially be a one-
year appointment, with the possibility of an annual extension dependent 
on satisfactory performance and continued availability of funds.  The 
desired start date is as soon as possible and preferably no later than 
January 2017.

[ECOLOG-L] Field assistant Curacao herps January to March 2017

[Matthew Helmus]

The Integrative Ecology Lab of Jocelyn Behm and Matt Helmus from the Center
for Biodiversity at Temple University is looking for a field assistant to
help out with herpetological field surveys aimed at studying how human
development influences exotic and native species on Curacao from
mid-January to mid-March 2017 (start date somewhat flexible).

Previous field experience is required.
Previous field experience with herps, insects, birds, and/or in the tropics
preferred.

Field work will entail surveying and capturing herpetofaunal species
(lizards, frogs) and their prey (invertebrates and plants), and visual
surveys for avian predators. Curacao is a small island in the southern
Caribbean situated between Aruba and Bonaire just north of Venezuela.

Field assistant duties:

-Ability to perform day and nighttime surveys in hot, mosquito-y,
conditions.
-Must be comfortable handling lizards, frogs, insects, and their excrement.
-Willing and able to learn new field techniques as needed.
-Attention to detail, organized, and able to accurately follow instructions.
-Must be clean, courteous, and able to get along with others in a team
setting and shared housing situation.

We will provide lodging and cover roundtrip travel costs from the US to
Curacao, and a stipend is available to cover food costs while in Curacao.

To apply, please send brief cover letter describing your interest in the
position and previous relevant experience, along with a CV and contact
information for 3 references to: biodiversity [at] temple [dot] edu

Review of applications will begin December 17 and continue until the
position is filled.

-- 
--
Matthew R. Helmus, Ph.D.
Center for Biodiversity
Department of Biology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA 19122
www.matthelmus.com
--

[ECOLOG-L] Global questionnaire on how scientists understand the right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications

[Cliff Duke]

Dear colleague,

I am writing to invite you and your colleagues to participate in a global 
questionnaire aimed at better understanding how scientists understand "the 
right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications," which 
is codified in Article 15 of the International Convention on Economic, Social 
and Cultural Rights.  The results of the survey will help inform a report to 
the UN Committee that is currently developing an implementation framework 
(called a "general comment") on this right. The questionnaire is anonymous and 
should take no more than 5-10 minutes to complete. You may complete the 
questionnaire online here: 
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3036095/Article-15-Global-Questionnaire 

As we aim to reach as many scientists and engineers globally as possible, your 
willingness to provide input is greatly appreciated. In addition, we ask that 
you share the questionnaire as widely as possible, both at home and overseas. 

This questionnaire is a joint activity of the American Association for the 
Advancement of Science (AAAS) Program on Scientific Responsibility, Human 
Rights and Law and the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition. If you have any 
questions about this activity, please contact Jessica Wyndham at 
jwynd...@aaas.org.

Sincerely,
Jessica Wyndham, LLM
Interim Director, AAAS Scientific Responsibility, Human Rights and Law Program
Coordinator, AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition

[ECOLOG-L] PhD student and postdoc positions in phylogenomics, host-symbiont diversification in the Simon Lab

[David Inouye]

PhD student and postdoc positions in phylogenomics, host-symbiont 
diversification in the Simon Lab


The Simon lab at the University of Connecticut seeks creative and 
motivated PhD students and Postdoctoral candidates interested in 
phylogenetics, molecular phylogenomics, bioinformatics, and/or 
symbiont-host interactions (endosymbionts and/or microbiomes) to begin 
in the summer or fall of 2017.Experience in the preceding subjects 
preferred but not required.


Applicants will participate in an NSF sponsored project entitled: 
Exploring Symbiont Biodiversity and Complexity in the 
Family Cicadidae.The major goal of this proposal is to study the 
co-diversification and interaction between cicadas, their primary 
“obligate” endosymbionts, their secondary “facultative” endosymbionts 
and their gut microbiota. Cicada obligate endosymbionts have recently 
been demonstrated to exhibit spectacular and unprecedented genome 
diversity.Since cicada symbionts are largely unknown our work will 
result in considerable biodiversity discovery.  We hypothesize that gain 
or loss of host-symbiont consortium members during cicada phylogenetic 
history will be correlated with internal or external environmental 
changes.  We are most interested in the timing of symbiont consortium 
changes.  For example, does the gain of a secondary (facultative) 
endosymbiont facilitate the breakdown or loss of primary (obligate) 
endosymbionts?  Or does the breakdown or loss of the obligate 
endosymbiont allow invasion by a secondary endosymbiont?  Similarly, we 
ask whether the changes in the gut microbiota affect primary 
endosymbionts (keeping in mind that gut microbiota are known to 
synthesize essential amino acids for some hosts).  Other hypotheses 
concern changes in symbiont consortium membership related to changes in 
the biotic or abiotic external environment coincident with the invasion 
of new biogeographic areas characterized by different climates and host 
plants.  Broader impacts will involve teaching collaborations with team 
members in the US, Brazil, China, India, NZ, and Fiji.Field trips to 
Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Fiji, and India are planned.


Senior Personnel and collaborators on the project include:Thomas Buckley 
(NZ), David Marshall, John Cooley, John McCutcheon, Emily and Alan 
Lemmon, Chris Owen, Beth Wade, Al Sanborn, Dan Mozgai, Max Moulds (AU), 
Ben Price (UK), Martin Villet (ZA), Deepa Agashe (IN), Krushnamegh Kunte 
(IN), Sudhanya Hajong (IN), Cong Wei (CN), Hong He (CN), Daniela Takiya 
(BR), Tatiana Ruschel (BR), and Peter Lockhart (NZ, FJ), and numerous 
cicada researchers around the world.


Interested and qualified *PhD* candidates should send an email 
describing their motivation, skills, and research experience/interests 
along with a CV, GPA, GRE and TOEFL (if relevant) scores. Applicants 
should also arrange to have letters sent letters sent by three referees 
who are familiar with the candidates work.  Strong applicants will be 
contacted to schedule an informal Skype interview. Applications to UCONN 
(early admission) are due December 15^th with rolling admission 
thereafter. I recommend applying asap and prior to January 15^th . 
 Financial support for Ph.D. students is available via research 
assistantships from our NSF award, teaching assistantships, and 
university fellowships, but applications to outside funding sources are 
also strongly encouraged. Send all material to chris.si...@uconn.edu 



Interested, qualified *Postdoctoral* candidates should send an email 
describing their motivation, skills, and research experience/interests 
along with a CV, and copies of relevant publications.Applicants should 
also arrange to have letters sent by three referees who are familiar 
with the candidates work (including the PhD advisor). Postdoctoral 
support is available through our NSF award but applications to outside 
funding sources are also strongly encouraged.Send all material to 
chris.si...@uconn.edu .Strong applicants 
will be contacted to schedule an informal Skype interview.


The successful candidates will join the EEB Department at the University 
of Connecticut and also have opportunities to work in the laboratories 
of collaborators.The EEB department is a diverse, highly collegial and 
interactive group of scientists.Relevant to these positions, we are 
particularly strong in Systematics with eight faculty members whose 
major focus is phylogenetic systematics and half a dozen others who use 
phylogenetics in their work.We offer three graduate courses in 
systematics (Principles and Methods of Systematics, Molecular 
Systematics, and Phylogenetic Systematics) plus numerous relevant grad 
seminars.There is a strong symbiont group on campus that includes 
members of EEB and Molecular and Cell Biology.EEB also has strengths in 
phenotypic plasticity and functional morphology, global change ecology, 
behavior, and organismal e

[ECOLOG-L] Freshwater Mussel Identification & Ecology Workshop, West Virginia

[Jim Anderson]

During the week of February 27- March 3, 2017, The West Virginia University 
Natural History Museum will be offering a professional development course 
titled "Freshwater Mussels of West Virginia: Life History and Identification" 
to be taught by mussel biologist Janet Clayton of the WV DNR.  The course 
consists of one week of intensive work on all aspects of freshwater mussels.  
Topics include species identification, life history, ecology, conservation 
status, and management.  The class will feature both lectures and hands-on 
identification of the freshwater mussels found in West Virginia's waters.  The 
class fills a need for many natural resource professionals from a variety of 
state and private agencies to be taught the skills they need to assess streams 
and rivers for this sensitive taxa and its habitat.

While a test will be offered at the end of the course, the course is not 
designed to provide the novice the knowledge and experience to immediately 
become certified to conduct mussel surveys in WV.  It is designed to give the 
novice a starting point in learning techniques for identification of mussels in 
WV.  You would then take that knowledge and hopefully work with more 
experienced surveyors to continue to develop your experience.
For those experienced individuals working in other parts of North America, this 
class will give you a chance to study shell forms found within WV and the upper 
Ohio River Basin.  If upon passing the identification test and meeting the 
experience criteria, you may be certified to work in WV streams.  The course 
will be taught at the North Bend State Park (http://www.northbendsp.com ) 
located in Harrisville, WV.  The resort offers food and lodging to accommodate 
needs of class participants traveling from a distance.

Cost of the course is $600.  For additional details visit: 
https://wvu.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=32114&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

For more information please contact :
Ann Anderson
Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design
WVU Natural History Museum
PO Box 6125
Morgantown, WV 26506-6125
ann.ander...@mail.wvu.edu
304-276-8950