[ECOLOG-L] Graduate student position in ecology or evolution, UConn

[David Inouye]

*Graduate student position in ecology or evolution*

*
*

Mark Urban’s lab in the ecology and evolutionary biology department at 
the University of Connecticut is looking for Ph.D. candidates to begin 
Fall 2018 application period. We address questions at the interface of 
ecology and evolution with a focus on understanding the creation and 
maintenance of biodiversity and resilience of natural systems to 
disturbances such as climate change. Current projects include whole-pond 
manipulations of amphibian communities, understanding the effects of 
climate change on Arctic fish, eco-evolutionary dynamics in aquatic 
microcosms, the genomics of adaptation, and improving predicted 
extinction risks from climate change. We are looking for independent 
thinkers who will complement our research team. See our website for more 
information: http://hydrodictyon.eeb.uconn.edu/people/urban/



Come join a highly collaborative lab group situated in a top EEB 
program. The UConn EEB Department offers a highly collaborative 
environment at a leading public research university that is committed to 
fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. More information 
about the Department can be found at http://www.eeb.uconn.edu 
. The University of Connecticut (UConn) is in 
the midst of a transformational period of growth supported by the 
$1.7B Next Generation Connecticut (http://nextgenct.uconn.edu/) and the 
$1B Bioscience Connecticut (http://biosciencect.uchc.edu/) investments.



Candidates should have an excellent GPA (>3.5), above average GRE 
scores, and applicable research experience. Preference is given to 
students with proven research records, published scientific articles, 
external funding, Master’s degree, or substantial research experience 
(e.g., as a research technician). Applications from groups historically 
underrepresented in STEM fields are encouraged to apply. A number of 
University scholarships are available to top candidates.



To apply, first send Mark Urban (mark.ur...@uconn.edu 
) a cover letter detailing your research 
interests and experience as well as a resume or curriculum vita. Include 
current GPA and GRE scores. After reviewing applicants, I will select a 
shortlist of candidates to apply more formally to our graduate program.

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position - Ecology of cats and birds

[Tyler Flockhart]

The Flockhart Lab (tylerflockhart.com) at the 
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is seeking an 
inspired PhD student to study the population ecology of free-roaming cats and 
birds in urban areas. The position involves conducting field surveys for birds 
and cats, vegetation/habitat sampling, interacting with residents and town 
administrators, and possibly mark-recapture of birds and fecal analysis.


The ideal candidate would have skills in organizing volunteers, wildlife 
identification (must be proficient in eastern USA birds by sight and sound) and 
experience with the statistical software R. Individuals with bird banding 
experience would by extremely valuable to the project. Expect to communicate 
with partners, lead field staff, collaborate with diverse stakeholders and 
interact with researchers from a variety of institutions.


The position will ideally start January 1, 2018 and is based at the UMCES 
Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, Maryland. Frostburg is a small university 
town in western Maryland with an abundance of nearby outdoor recreational 
opportunities. Two years of support is available but the student will be 
expected to apply for both internal and external fellowships and funding 
opportunities for their research.


To inquire about the opportunity please email with questions. To be considered 
for the position, please first email Tyler Flockhart 
(tyler.flockh...@umces.edu) a single PDF 
containing (1) a one-page statement of interest (2) a CV with relevant 
experience, unofficial transcripts & GRE (and if appropriate TOFEL) scores, and 
(3) contact information for two academic references. Please indicate “Wildlife 
Ecology PhD position” in your subject line. Your statement of interest should 
include why you suit the position and how the position will help you achieve 
your career goals. Applications will be evaluated as they are received but the 
deadline has been extended to September 15, 2017 as formal applications for 
grad school are due by the end of September, 2017.


--

Tyler Flockhart, PhD Assistant Professor University of Maryland Center for 
Environmental Science - Appalachian Laboratory 
tyler.flockh...@umces.edu | 
tylerflockhart.com | @TylerFlockhart | 301- 689-7127

Re: [ECOLOG-L] predatory journals

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 Original Message 
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] predatory journals
From: David Duffy 
Date: Wed, September 06, 2017 5:57 pm
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU

"To reduce the supply of papers flowing to predatory journals, we need to do a better job of educating trainees and faculty members about how to assess a journal's integrity. We need incentives and resources that will prevent scientists from sending real work to places that will not identify flaws or truly contribute to the scholarly literature. Several global funders have mandated open-access publishing. However, without guidance in selecting journals responsibly, this problem of irresponsible publishing is likely to increase. Science and society would be better off if we stopped the waste by cutting off the supply."http://www.nature.com/news/illegitimate-journals-scam-even-senior-scientists-1.22556?WT.ec_id=NATURE-20170907=54864391=MzUwNzYwMDk5OTgS1=1244089361=MTI0NDA4OTM2MQS2-- David Duffy Ph.D.Professor and Director戴大偉 (Dài Dàwěi)Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit/MakamakaʻāinanaDepartment of BotanyUniversity of Hawaii/Ke Kulanui o Hawaiʻi3190 Maile WayHonolulu Hawaii 96822 USA1-808-956-8218  

[ECOLOG-L] predatory journals

[David Duffy]

"To reduce the supply of papers flowing to predatory journals, we need to
do a better job of educating trainees and faculty members about how to
assess a journal's integrity. We need incentives and resources that will
prevent scientists from sending real work to places that will not identify
flaws or truly contribute to the scholarly literature. Several global
funders have mandated open-access publishing. However, without guidance in
selecting journals responsibly, this problem of irresponsible publishing is
likely to increase. Science and society would be better off if we stopped
the waste by cutting off the supply."

http://www.nature.com/news/illegitimate-journals-scam-even-senior-scientists-1.22556?WT.ec_id=NATURE-20170907=54864391=MzUwNzYwMDk5OTgS1=1244089361=MTI0NDA4OTM2MQS2
-- 
David Duffy Ph.D.
Professor and Director
戴大偉 (Dài Dàwěi)
Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit/Makamakaʻāinana
Department of Botany
University of Hawaii/*Ke Kulanui o Hawaiʻi*
3190 Maile Way
Honolulu Hawaii 96822 USA
1-808-956-8218

[ECOLOG-L] Clemson University's Online non-thesis Master's in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology

[Althea Hotaling Hagan]

Clemson's Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation is excited to 
be accepting applications for Spring 2018 for the new online delivery of our 
non-thesis Master's in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology 
(http://www.clemson.edu/online/programs/wildlife-fisheries-biology.html).  
October 31st is the deadline to apply. GRE testing dates in September and 
October are filling up fast so please sign up ASAP. Scores should be sent to 
Clemson (Code 5111). Applicants also need to be careful to select the online 
program option when they are applying so that their application ends up in the 
right place. Please contact Althea Hagan (shot...@clemson.edu) with any 
questions that remain after reviewing the program website 
(http://www.clemson.edu/online/programs/wildlife-fisheries-biology.html).

[ECOLOG-L] Adventure Scientists is hiring- Timber Project Manager

[Merrill Warren]

Hello all,

Adventure Scientists  is hiring a *Timber
Project Manager *to join our team in the Bozeman office.

We are a nonprofit organization that equips partners with data collected
from the outdoors that are crucial to unlocking solutions to environmental
challenges. By leveraging the unique skills of the outdoor community, we
gather difficult-to-obtain data at any scale, anywhere.

We will accept applications until 5 pm on October 1st. Please visit our
website  for the full
job description and application instructions.

Cheers,

M

-- 
[image: www.adventurescientists.org] 

[ECOLOG-L] Resident Naturalist position in the Peruvian Amazon

[Gallice,Geoffrey R]

The Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA), a non-profit organization working 
in the southeastern Peruvian Amazon, is pleased to announce the position of 
Resident Naturalist beginning in December, 2017. The successful applicant will 
be based at Finca Las Piedras, the ASA’s field site in Peru’s Madre de Dios 
Department.

POSITION: Resident Naturalist
LOCATION: Finca Las Piedras, Madre de Dios, Peru
POSITION DURATION: Minimum 4 months
START DATE: December 1, 2017
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 22, 2017

JOB DESCRIPTION
Resident Naturalists (RNs) work closely with ASA academic faculty and staff to 
facilitate ongoing biological research and monitoring, sustainable tropical 
agriculture, and community engagement and education programs at Finca Las 
Piedras, in Peru’s Madre de Dios Department. RNs are part of the public face of 
the ASA’s programs in Peru, and are part of a dynamic team of researchers, 
conservation and development professionals, and students from around the world. 
In addition to assigned tasks, naturalists are encouraged to develop individual 
projects within their areas of interest, which may include anything from 
community service activities to biological or agricultural research.

This is a residency position, meaning that the successful applicant will live 
on site, full time. RNs receive the equivalent of one day off per week, 
although given the nature of field research and ongoing projects at the field 
site, time off will be scheduled to ensure that a staff member is always 
available on site daily.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Biological Research and Monitoring
The ASA maintains a number of research and monitoring projects aimed at 
biodiversity conservation in the southeastern Peruvian Amazon. These include 
mammal, bird, and insect inventories and population monitoring, plant 
phenology, and rain forest dynamics plots, among others. RNs assist project 
leaders in data collection and entry, experimental design and setup, etc., as 
needed. Naturalists will also have the opportunity to assist visiting 
researchers when required.

Sustainable Tropical Agriculture
Activities at Finca Las Piedras include a variety of agricultural experiments, 
on site production of food for consumption at the station, and the use of 
compost and biochar, among others. RNs will assist in these as needed.

Community Engagement and Education
Naturalists will also assist ASA faculty and staff in a number of ongoing 
programs both at Finca Las Piedras and in Monterrey and Planchon, the nearest 
local communities to the field site. In particular, RNs spend a large amount of 
their time assisting the ASA’s volunteer and internship programs when these 
programs are active.

Social Media
Resident Naturalists contribute to outreach efforts on social media. 
Naturalists are required to create material for distribution across a variety 
of platforms each week, including Facebook, Instagram, and the ASA blog.

General Duties
In addition to the duties mentioned above, Naturalists will contribute to 
day-to-day operations and basic facilities maintenance. General duties may 
include, but are not limited to:

  *   Daily weather station readings
  *   Guide/interpret/translate guided natural history hikes
  *   Logistical support for academic programs
  *   Assist other departments (e.g., kitchen, maintenance) as needed
REQUIREMENTS

  *   Minimum 4 month commitment required
  *   Minimum bachelor’s degree in natural or environmental sciences or related 
field
  *   Fluency in English (required)
  *   At least basic Spanish (preferred)
  *   Experience working/living abroad, especially in the tropics (preferred)
  *   Teaching experience (preferred)
  *   Enthusiasm and strong work ethic
  *   Flexibility in schedule and work environment
  *   Maturity/must live with and work well with others in close setting
  *   Excellent physical condition
  *   Traveler’s insurance (proof required upon acceptance)
  *   CPR/first aid certification (proof required upon acceptance)
TRAINING
Upon arrival at Finca Las Piedras, Resident Naturalists undergo an intensive, 
one-week training period. Naturalists are given an overview of current projects 
spanning the ASA’s three interrelated focal areas: biological research and 
monitoring, sustainable tropical agriculture, and community engagement and 
education, as well as the methodologies used for research and outreach work in 
these areas. Naturalists will also be trained informally throughout the 
duration of their term at Finca Las Piedras.

COMPENSATION
This is an unpaid position. However, all room and board is provided on-site at 
Finca Las Piedras, 7 days per week, for the duration of the appointment. 
Work-related local transportation, including pickup from the Puerto Maldonado 
airport (PEM) or bus terminal, is covered. Resident Naturalists are responsible 
for their international flight to Peru, including airfare, taxes, airport fees, 
flight insurance, etc.), and 

[ECOLOG-L] Ecological Forecasting Outstanding Publication Award

[Elise Zipkin]

The Statistical Ecology Section of ESA is pleased to announce a new 
award: Ecological Forecasting Outstanding Publication Award.  

Background:
This award will be given annually in recognition of an outstanding 
scholarly publication (peer reviewed journal article, book chapter, or 
book) published within the last three years in the emerging field of 
Ecological Forecasting. The scope of the award is broad, spanning any 
ecological system, process, and spatio-temporal scale. It encompasses 
research, both basic and applied, that generates predictions or 
projections, or which advances forecasting methods, tools, theories, or 
concepts. We are currently fund raising to support this award in 
perpetuity. Please visit our fundraising page 
(https://www.youcaring.com/ecologicalforecastingaward-875447) to make a 
(tax deductible) donation to the award.

Eligibility and how to apply:
Nominations are open to all career stages, and self nominations are 
permitted, but in all cases the lead author must be a member of the 
Ecological Society of America. Eligible papers must be peer-reviewed 
with a publication date on or after January 1 three years prior to the 
current deadline (e.g. papers for the March 2018 deadline need to have 
been published after Jan 1, 2015). Papers in press will also be 
considered but must be publicly available (e.g., online early). Please 
note the date of acceptance and date the paper became available publicly 
in the cover letter for papers in press. Nominations should include a 
PDF copy of the paper and a brief (< 1 page) cover letter highlighting 
the paper’s contribution to, and impact on, ecological forecasting. 
Materials should be sent to the Award's Committee Chair, Mike Dietze 
(die...@bu.edu), in an email with subject heading "Ecological 
Forecasting Award". The annual deadline for the nominations will be 
March 1, with the first competition taking place in 2018.

Award details:
The award winner will receive a prize of $200 and recognition on the ESA 
Stats Ecology website (http://www.esa.org/stats/?page_id=54). The winner 
will be announced at the annual Statistical Ecology Section social at 
the ESA annual meeting.

[ECOLOG-L] Entomology/ Microbiology Lead Technician

[Brittany Barnes]

The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for 
the Entomology/ Microbiology Lead Technician position. The employee will 
supervise and assist primarily in conducting studies of insect and 
fungal diversity, interactions and functional roles in longleaf pine 
forests.  The 28,000-acre Research Center is located approximately 30 
miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center’s research, education, and 
conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. 
The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 
acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems.  Further 
information about the Jones Ecological Research Center can be found on 
the web site at www.jonesctr.org.
 
Job Requirements: Duties will include collecting and identifying insects 
and fungal cultures from trees and surrounding substrate, preparing, 
isolating into pure culture and analyzing samples; measuring diversity 
of insects and microbes in forest stands and understory; measuring 
interactions of insects and fungi with trees and understory plants, and 
maintaining a culture and insect collection. Duties will also include 
field crew supervision, data entry, and creation of data summaries, 
graphics, and elementary statistical analyses. Desired qualifications 
include interest in entomology and microbiology of southern pine 
forests; ability to learn to identify common insects and fungi of trees, 
shrubs and understory plants of the southeastern coastal plain; ability 
to use sterile isolation equipment such as biological safety cabinets, 
dissecting microscopes and compound microscopes; experience with 
statistical software such as SAS or R; a strong organizational ethic; 
ability to use spreadsheets and databases for data entry; and sufficient 
stamina for full-day outdoor data-collection work in summer in the 
southeast.  
 
Qualifications: Master’s degree in entomology, mycology, microbiology or 
a related science
 
Wages:  Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications 
and experience.  Also included is a competitive benefits package. 
 
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, list of three 
references with contact information, and the date they are available to 
begin working to: j...@jonesctr.org Subject line: 
Entomology/Microbiology Lead Technician, or by mail to: 
Entomology/Microbiology Lead Technician, Joseph W. Jones Ecological 
Research Center, 3988 Jones Center Drive, Newton, GA 39870, or FAX to 
(229)734-4707, Attn: Forest Ecology Lead Technician.
 
For additional information regarding the position contact Dr. Kier 
Klepzig by email at:
kier.klep...@jonesctr.org or (229) 734-4706 ext #224.   Review of 
applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position 
is filled.
 
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The Joseph 
W. Jones Ecological Research Center, Ichauway, Inc. is an Equal 
Opportunity/Affirmative Action/E-Verify Employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Masters/PhD in Landscape Ecology and Remote Sensing at the University of Nevada, Reno

[Jonathan Greenberg]

Dr. Jonathan Greenberg and the Global Environmental Analysis and Remote
Sensing (GEARS) Laboratory at the University of Nevada, Reno are now
inviting applications for Doctoral or Master’s work that will start in
Winter or Fall of 2018 for students interested in the following topics:

Landscape Level Plant-Climate Interactions: Students should be interested
in applying remote sensing, GIS, and modeling to the following questions at
local to global scales:

   -

   How do plants respond to their climate at regional to global scales
   scales?
   -

   What will be the future state of vegetated ecosystems under climate
   change?
   -

   How do non-climate factors such as natural and anthropogenic disturbance
   impact the past, present, and future distribution of plants?

A degree or background in biogeography, environmental science, ecology,
and/or biology is encouraged for applicants, as well as previous experience
in remote sensing and GIS and/or ecosystem modeling.

Remote Sensing Science: Students should be interested in developing
advanced remote sensing algorithms, particularly those that leverage high
performance computing and machine learning algorithms.  GEARS is interested
in the following general topics:

   -

   Computer vision techniques applied to high spatial resolution LiDAR and
   optical remote sensing imagery including data collected from terrestrial
   laser scanners and unmanned aerial vehicles
   -

   Change detection and time series analysis of multitemporal remote
   sensing image datasets, particularly as it applies to multitemporal LiDAR,
   hyperspatial optical, and “hypertemporal” datasets such as Landsat and
   MODIS.

Previous programming experience and a background in remote sensing, GIS,
and/or computer vision is highly recommended.

Prospective graduate students will be expected to develop their own
research goals, and should have curiosity, motivation, and independence.
Prospective students should email a short summary of their research
interests as well as a CV to Dr. Greenberg jgreenb...@unr.edu before
applying to the program. Funding will be available from a variety of
sources, including fellowships, research assistantships, and teaching
assistantships.

Prospective PhD students should apply to the Ecology, Evolution and
Conservation Biology graduate program (http://www.unr.edu/eecb) and
prospective Master’s students should apply to the Natural Resources and
Environmental Science program (https://www.unr.edu/nres).

-- 
-- 
Jonathan A. Greenberg, PhD
Randall Endowed Professor and Associate Professor of Remote Sensing
Global Environmental Analysis and Remote Sensing (GEARS) Laboratory
Natural Resources & Environmental Science
University of Nevada, Reno
1664 N Virginia St MS/0186
Reno, NV 89557
Phone: 415-763-5476
http://www.unr.edu/nres
Gchat: jgrn...@gmail.com, Skype: jgrn3007

[ECOLOG-L] plants and haze?

[David Inouye]

The southern Rockies in Colorado, e.g., around the Rocky Mountain 
Biological Lab, are experiencing very hazy air quality from wildfires 
burning further west and north.  As I looked out on the mountains from 
my 12,300 foot field site yesterday I wondered whether the particles 
causing that haze are small enough to pass through stomata, and if so, 
what happens once they do.  Are they incorporated into plant cells?  
Metabolized?  Sequestered?

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: Quantitative ecologist, UCF

[David Inouye]

*Quantitative ecologist*: We seek a postdoctoral researcher to predict 
changes in suitable habitat for sea turtle species nesting in the 
southeastern US, using a biophysical niche modeling approach. The 
researcher will integrate existing future SLR and storm surge models, 
urban growth models, and landscape change with predicted coastal nesting 
species distributions under climate change to assess future sea turtle 
nesting habitat vulnerability across southeastern coastal National 
Parks. Experience with correlative niche models, biophysical niche 
models, GIS, and statistical modeling desired. A PhD is required as well 
as mathematical and programming skills. The candidate should be able to 
work both independently and collaboratively with the principal 
investigators and NPS stakeholders. The postdoctoral researcher will be 
based at the University of Central Florida, as a part of the UCF 
Preeminent Postdoctoral Program (P^3 ), and will work under the 
direction of Drs. Betsy von Holle and John Weishampel. The researcher 
will be expected to prepare results for peer reviewed journals as well 
as reports. There is the potential for novel, related project ideas to 
be developed, using the existing datasets and models. Appointment: Two 
years, contingent upon performance. Salary is $50K a year, plus 
benefits. As part of the P^3 award, the postdoc will receive an 
additional $5K for professional development or to supplement research 
activities. To apply: Please send letter of interest including related 
skills, CV, contact information for three references in a single pdf to 
Betsy von Holle (vonho...@ucf.edu) Please include “Quantitative 
ecologist” in the email subject heading. Review of applications will 
begin 10/1/2017 and continue until the position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Student opportunities in ecological modeling, population and disease ecology, at University of Georgia

[Richard Hall]

The Hall Lab (halllab.ecology.uga.edu) in the Odum School of Ecology and
Department of Infectious Diseases at the University of Georgia, is seeking
to recruit prospective Ph.D. students for Fall 2018. One student will use
primarily mathematical modeling approaches to develop theory relating to
lab interests (spatial ecology, population and community ecology, disease
ecology). One or more additional students are sought for the following
projects, to be co-advised by Professor Sonia Altizer (altizerlab.uga.edu).
Each of these projects will involve a combination of theoretical, field and
experimental approaches:

· Foraging behavior, human-wildlife interactions and pathogen
transmission dynamics, applied to an aquatic bird, the White Ibis, and its
environmentally transmitted enteric pathogens, in urban and non-urban
habitats the southern U.S.

· The consequences of shifting resource distribution (habitat
loss vs resource subsidy) and parasitism for migratory populations, applied
to monarch butterflies in eastern North America

· The community ecology of host-parasite interactions, applied
to monarch butterflies and their pathogens, parasitoids and resource
competitors.

Students will join the world-class Ecology graduate program at the Odum
School of Ecology (ose.uga.edu), and may also be eligible for admittance to
the NSF-funded Graduate Research Training program in Interdisciplinary
Disease Ecology Across Scales (ideas.ecology.uga.edu) or the Integrative
Conservation Program (icon.uga.edu) at UGA.


We seek motivated graduate students with demonstrated research experience,
strong academic records, critical thinking skills and clear interests in
theoretical ecology, species interactions, and/or the consequences of
anthropogenic change for wildlife ecology and conservation.  Interested
applicants should send a cover letter indicating their research and
training interests, and a copy of their CV including GPA and GRE scores to
rjh...@uga.edu. Students with prior experience in mathematical modeling,
and students from underrepresented backgrounds, are especially encouraged
to apply.


-- 
Richard Hall PhD
Assistant Professor
Odum School of Ecology and Department of Infectious Diseases
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602-2202, USA
Tel:  +1 706 395 5350
Fax: +1 706 542 4819
http://halllab.ecology.uga.edu/

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Ecology at the University of Texas Arlington

[Matthew Walsh]

The Department of Biology at the University of Texas at Arlington 
(http://www.uta.edu/biology/) invites applications for a tenure-track 
faculty position in Ecology (broadly defined) at the level of Assistant 
Professor.   Research areas of interest include fundamental questions 
related to global change biology and/or ecological genomics. Candidates 
who use computational and/or genomic approaches to understand the 
ecological, developmental, physiological, genetic, and/or epigenetic 
mechanisms underlying responses to environmental changes are 
particularly attractive. Successful candidates will have a doctoral 
degree in a relevant field and will be expected to develop a nationally 
recognized, extramurally funded research program, as well as teach at 
the undergraduate and graduate (Master's and Ph.D.) levels. Start-up 
funds, salaries, and teaching loads are highly competitive. We are 
deeply committed to increasing diversity and especially encourage 
applications from women and minority scholars.

The Department and University have numerous resources including state-
of-the-art labs, an Animal Care Facility, a Biology Genomics Core 
Facility, a Center for Human Genomics, and an Amphibian and Reptile 
Diversity Research Center housing specimen and tissue collections, and 
affiliations with the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT). The 
UT Arlington campus also houses the newly established North Texas Genome 
Center, and the Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies (a major 
partnership between UT Arlington and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments) 
that offers extensive resources for advanced imaging, proteomics and 
analytical chemistry. The Department also benefits from access to core 
UT-system genomics and computational resources at UT Southwestern 
Medical Center and the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) – one of 
the leading advanced computing centers in the U.S. Excellent 
opportunities exist at UT Arlington and in the Dallas-Fort Worth 
Metroplex for collaborations with researchers in ecology, evolution, 
genomics, biochemistry, and biomedical sciences.

The University of Texas at Arlington is a Carnegie Research-1 “highest 
research activity” institution. With a projected global enrollment of 
over 58,000 in AY 2016-17, UTA is rapidly becoming largest institution 
in The University of Texas System. Guided by its Strategic Plan Bold 
Solutions | Global Impact, UTA fosters interdisciplinary research and 
teaching to enable the sustainable megacity of the future within four 
broad themes: health and the human condition, sustainable urban 
communities, global environmental impact, and data-driven discovery. UTA 
was cited by U.S. News & World Report as having the second lowest 
average student debt among U.S. universities. U.S. News & World Report 
also ranks UTA fifth in the nation for undergraduate diversity. The 
University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and is ranked as the top 
four-year college in Texas for veterans on Military Times’ 2017 Best for 
Vets list. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the 
position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be 
submitted by October 1. Applicants must apply online at 
http://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/3777 . Applicants should include in 
their application: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) summary of current and 
proposed research (three pages), 3) teaching interests, and 4) names and 
email addresses of four references. A criminal background check will be 
conducted on finalists.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it 
is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to promote and 
ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard 
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, 
gender identity, disability, or veteran status. 

[ECOLOG-L] The DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications!

[Stover, Daniel]

Dear Colleagues,

The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that 
the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now 
accepting applications for the 2017 Solicitation 2.  Applications are due 
5:00pm ET on Thursday November 16, 2017.

The SCGSR program supports supplemental awards to outstanding U.S. graduate 
students to conduct part of their graduate thesis research at a DOE national 
laboratory in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist for a period of 3 
to 12 consecutive months-with the goal of preparing graduate students for 
scientific and technical careers critically important to the DOE Office of 
Science mission.

The Biological and Environmental Research (BER) topic area is one of the most 
popular in the SCGSR, and your students are encouraged to consider applying to 
the new announcement.  Priority BER research areas include:

(a) Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
(b) Novel in Situ Imaging and Measurement Technologies for Biological Systems 
Science
(c) Plant Science for Sustainable Bioenergy
(d) Soil Microbiology
(e) Environmental Systems Science: Process-Level Terrestrial Ecosystem and 
Biogeochemical Research to Inform Models of the Earth and Environmental System
(f) Atmospheric System Research: Coupling Atmospheric Observational Data with 
Numerical Models
(g) Earth System Modeling: Computational Climate Modeling

Detailed information about the program, including eligibility requirements and 
access to the online application system, can be found at: 
http://science.energy.gov/wdts/scgsr/.

The SCGSR program is open to current Ph.D. students in qualified graduate 
programs at accredited U.S. academic institutions, who are conducting their 
graduate thesis research in targeted areas of importance to the DOE Office of 
Science. The program is open to graduate students with Permanent Resident 
status, in addition to U.S. Citizens, who meet all other eligibility 
requirements. The research opportunity is expected to advance the graduate 
students' overall doctoral thesis/dissertation while providing access to the 
expertise, resources, and capabilities available at the DOE laboratories. The 
supplemental award provides for additional, incremental costs for living and 
travel expenses directly associated with conducting the SCGSR research project 
at the DOE host laboratory during the award period.

Since its inception in 2014, the SCGSR program has provided support to over 200 
graduate awardees from about 90 different universities to conduct thesis 
research at DOE national laboratories across the nation.
The SCGSR program is sponsored and managed by the DOE Office of Science's 
Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS), in 
collaboration with the six Office of Science research programs offices and the 
DOE national laboratories, and the Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education 
(ORISE).
For any questions, please contact the SCGSR Program Manager, Dr. Ping Ge, at 
sc.sc...@science.doe.gov.
For any questions related to the BER priority research areas, please contact 
Dr. Roland Hirsch, at 
roland.hir...@science.doe.gov



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Daniel B. Stover, PhD
Program Manager, Terrestrial Ecosystem Sciences

Climate and Environmental Sciences Division
Office of Biological and Environmental Research
SC-23.1 / Germantown Building
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C.  20585
tel. 301-903-0289
fax. 301-903-8519
email:  daniel.sto...@science.doe.gov
http://science.energy.gov/ber/research/cesd/
http://tes.science.energy.gov/

BER advances world-class biological and environmental research programs and 
scientific facilities for DOE missions in energy, environment, and basic 
research.

[ECOLOG-L] NAS Sackler Science of Science Communication III Colloquium

[Cliff Duke]

With the NAS Sackler Science of Science Communication III Colloquium just
over two months away (November 16-17, Washington DC), we have increased the
registration cap by 100 in order to have even more people join in the
conversation. A webcast will be available for those unable to join us in
person. See
http://www.cvent.com/events/the-science-of-science-communication-iii-inspiring-novel-collaborations-and-building-capacity/event-summary-f1b4c0b15f4c44de8aa974181ebe212f.aspx

With so many complex, important, and sometimes uncertain scientific issues
facing our society, there has never been a more critical time to communicate
effectively. The challenges facing scientists, professional communicators,
and the interested public have resulted in a growing area of research—the
science of science communication.  Evolving from past colloquia, this
Colloquium will focus on the consensus study report, Communicating Science
Effectively: A Research Agenda, as a framework for advancing both research
and practice in science communication. The Colloquium will explore ways to
build capacity for and foster the use of evidence-based strategies for
engaging the public with science and ensuring its appropriate use. 
Additionally, this third Colloquium will tackle the tough and often
overlooked organizational and infrastructure changes needed to make
research-based communication the norm. We expect 550 researchers,
practitioners, content experts, and philanthropists to join us at the
Colloquium.  

We have created a new outreach site for the Colloquium  that makes it easy
to let people know about the Colloquium. 
http://www.nasonline.org/programs/sackler-colloquia/sackler-colloquium-ssciii-toolkit.html
We have sample tweets, Facebook post, and blog /newsletter post.  In
addition to the Colloquium’s promotional video, we also have a number of
graphics available suitable for twitter, Facebook, newsletter banner, etc.  

Please share as you’re able.  We continue to use #SacklerSciComm for social
media. Thank you!  

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Tenure-Track Assitant Professor of Plant Biology (Earlham College)

[Chris Smith]

*Earlham College: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Plant Biology*

The Department of Biology at Earlham College invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor of plant biology with teaching and
research interests in field-based ecology and evolutionary biology. The
position begins in July 2018.



The Department seeks an individual who is first and foremost excited about
teaching — in lecture, laboratory, and research venues — to bright and
motivated undergraduates in a nationally ranked department at a small
liberal arts college.



*Responsibilities*

Teaching responsibilities will include contributing to introductory
team-taught and upper-level courses in ecological/evolutionary/organismal
biology. Applicants who have an expertise in one or more of the following
areas are especially attractive: population, community, or landscape
ecology of plants; quantitative methods; plant systematics; natural
history; conservation; land management.  There are opportunities for
student-faculty collaborative research, and the college owns a natural
history museum, greenhouse, herbarium, student-run farm, and hundreds of
acres of natural properties managed by the Biology department.



*Qualifications*

A Ph.D. or equivalent is required; post-doctoral research and/or teaching
experience is desirable.

For an expanded description about Earlham College and the Department of
Biology please visit: http://www.earlham.edu/biology



To Apply: Arrange for three letters of reference to be emailed (
will...@earlham.edu), and please send, as a *single* *pdf*, a cover letter,
curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a research plan, and an
explicit plan detailing how you plan to interact with and teach a diverse
community to: will...@earlham.edu. Direct questions about the position to
Dr. Chris R. Smith (smit...@earlham.edu).

Review of applications will begin on Oct. 15 and continue until the
position is filled.



Earlham College continues to build a community that reflects the gender and
racial diversity of the society at large, and, therefore, we are
particularly interested in inviting and encouraging applications from
African Americans, other ethnic minorities, and women. Earlham also is
eager to solicit applications from members of the Religious Society of
Friends (Quakers).

Earlham College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Earlham utilizes E-Verify
 to confirm employment eligibility for all
newly hired employees within the United States.

-- 
Chris R. Smith
Associate Professor
Department of Biology
Earlham College
801 National Road West
Richmond, IN 47374 USA
tel: 765-983-1377

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc in Quantitative Ecology - effect of vertebrates on tropical forests

[Haldre Rogers]

Postdoctoral Research Associate: Quantitative Ecologist

We seek applications for a postdoctoral research associate for a SERDP-funded 
project 
focused on understanding how vertebrate frugivores affect tropical forest 
composition 
and structure, and developing strategies for restoring seed dispersal to human-
dominated landscapes. See the project website at www.ecologyofbirdloss.org for 
more 
details about previous research in this system.   

The postdoc will join the lab of Dr. Haldre Rogers at Iowa State University, 
and will 
collaborate with Dr. Julie Savidge at Colorado State University, a co-PI on the 
project. 
They will work closely with two current and one former postdoc on this project, 
who 
have led the collection of field data. This postdoc will be responsible 
primarily for 
synthesizing and analyzing existing data. Experience in hierarchical Bayesian 
modeling 
and spatially-explicit individual-based modeling, as well as experience using 
common 
conservation planning tools, is desired. Quantitative approaches that may be 
useful 
include: demographic integral projection models, state space animal movement 
models, 
and ArcGIS. Opportunities will be available for independent projects on related 
topics. 

The target start date is October or November 2017 (negotiable) and the 
appointment 
will be through September 2019. The position will be based in Ames, Iowa, with 
one trip 
to the Mariana Islands. 

Minimum qualifications:  
*Ph.D. in quantitative ecology, community ecology, or a related field 
*Experience with the R programming language
*Experience with hierarchical Bayesian modeling, spatially-explicit modeling, 
individual-
based modeling, or the application of conservation planning software
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
*Experience working on a team, and working with people from different 
disciplines and 
backgrounds

Desired qualifications:
*Knowledge of forest ecology and animal movement
*Experience with demographic integral projection models, state space animal 
movement models, and ArcGIS

Position details: Salary is $46-48K/year (depending on experience), plus health 
benefits.  Costs of trip to Marianas and to at least one conference will be 
covered.   

How to Apply: Please email a cover letter, CV, and contact details for three 
references in 
a single pdf file to Dr. Haldre Rogers at hal...@iastate.edu. For questions, 
contact 
Haldre Rogers (hal...@iastate.edu). 

Review of applications will begin 15 September 2017, and will continue until 
the position 
is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Duke University upcoming professional development opportunities - Nicholas School of Environment

[Laura Lipps]

Hello everyone- I wanted to update fellow listserv members about some of our 
upcoming executive education courses. We are continually adding new classes so 
check periodically back our course website 
(http://bit.ly/2pmirBc).
 Please reach out if you have any questions.

Sincerely,
Laura Lipps
Program Coordinator
Executive Education, Nicholas School of the Environment, Duke University

ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL MARKETING STRATEGY
October 23-December 15, 2017 (Online)
This online course provides an intermediate-level focus on environmental social 
marketing strategies. Social marketing is a technique for influencing public 
behaviors, combining ideas from commercial marketing and the social sciences. 
In this class, students will focus in detail on how to plan and implement a 
social marketing strategy, using 3-5 topics within social marketing.
http://bit.ly/2wD2Wu4

MARINE PLANNING PROCESS
October 16-December 15, 2017 (Online)
Learn global best practices and essential skills in marine planning, a core 
component of the 2010 U.S. National Oceans Policy. This interactive curriculum 
is designed for professionals with interest in coastal and oceans management at 
all experience levels.
http://bit.ly/2gIRoQt

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS
October 2-November 17, 2017 (Online)
This training is taught online by two of the founding bloggers at 
SouthernFriedScience.com. It digs deep into the fundamentals of using social 
media for environmental communications, a critical assessment of the available 
tools, and how to design effective communications campaigns and assess their 
results.
http://bit.ly/2oAWEIX



Your employer can also inquire about an in-person training course customized 
for specific needs in topics such as environmental finance, sustainable 
business development training courses.  For more information on these and other 
upcoming courses, visit our Upcoming 
Courses
 page, or email us at 
exe...@nicholas.duke.edu
 for details.


Laura Lipps
Program Coordinator
Executive Education, Nicholas School of the Environment, Duke University

laura.li...@duke.edu
919.613.8715 (direct) // 919.613.8070 (main)

https://nicholas.duke.edu/programs/execed
Mailing Address: Duke University, Box 90328, Durham, NC 27708
Physical Address: Levine Science Research Center, 308 Research Drive, Durham, 
NC 27708

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Lab manager - forest ecology lab, Iowa State University

[Haldre Rogers]

Position: Lab Manager for a forest ecology research lab 

Location: Ames, Iowa with travel to the Mariana Islands

Overview: We are seeking a lab manager to support and coordinate research in 
the lab 
of Dr. Haldre Rogers in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal 
Biology at 
Iowa State University. Our research combines comparative studies with 
manipulative 
experiments to understand the role of vertebrates in terrestrial systems and to 
develop 
effective conservation strategies in today's changing world. Much of our 
research is 
conducted on the Mariana Islands, where due to the introduction of the brown 
tree 
snake, Guam's forests are now functionally without birds. See http://haldre.com 
and 
http://www.ecologyofbirdloss.org for more details on the research projects 
conducted 
in the Rogers lab. 

Job description: The lab manager will assist and support ecological field 
research 
efforts in a variety of ways. This will include managing field data; managing 
the 
activities of undergraduate researchers in Iowa; keeping track of field 
equipment; 
identifying and ordering items for the research lab; and general lab 
maintenance. This 
position will also manage the logistical needs associated with maintaining a 
field crew in 
the Mariana Islands. This will include paying bills, coordinating permits, 
facilitating 
repairs to field houses and cars, making travel arrangements, assisting with 
hiring new 
staff, and compiling information for and completing the monthly, quarterly, and 
annual 
reports to the funding agency. This position may require travel to the Mariana 
Islands to 
provide logistical support for field research, which would be a max of two 
trips per year, 
potentially including one 4-6 week long trip. Exact dates and durations to be 
determined. The position will involve a small amount of field research and 
maintenance 
of existing experiments in Iowa and potentially in the Marianas, but please 
note that 
research will be a very minor component of the position. 

Qualifications:  We are seeking an exceptionally motivated individual with 
demonstrated 
project management, people management, and data management experience (Excel 
and R), a background in field ecology (specifically plant or community 
ecology), and 
excellent organizational skills. The research project in the Mariana Islands is 
logistically 
complicated, and thus ideal candidates must be able to creatively solve 
problems, deal 
with unforeseen challenges, and possess an almost obsessive drive to organize 
things 
(if you love categorizing, labeling, and making spreadsheets and lists, this 
job is for 
you!). Additional requirements include excellent communication skills and 
cultural 
sensitivity. Experience working outside of the continental US is desired. A 
bachelor’s 
degree in ecology or a related field is required. A sense of humor is 
appreciated. All 
applicants must be eligible to work in the US without requiring an 
employee-sponsored 
visa. 

Payment and benefits: The salary may range from $30,000 to 34,000 per year, 
depending on experience. This is a 12-month position, with potential for 
extension. The 
position is eligible for health and welfare benefit plans (medical and dental 
insurance, 
life insurance, etc.) and retirement plans. 

Application procedure: To apply for this position, go to 
https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/28571 click on “Apply to this job” and 
complete 
the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
•   Resume/Curriculum Vitae
•   Letter of Application/Cover Letter
•   Contact Information for Three References 
The cover letter should describe your previous research experience with a focus 
on 
your experience in plant ecology, your previous project management experience, 
and 
your career goals and how this position fits into those goals. Applications 
should be 
submitted by September 14, 2017 for full consideration, although applications 
may be 
considered after the deadline. 

For more information: Contact Dr. Haldre Rogers at hal...@iastate.edu.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Chairperson, Univ. of NH

[David Inouye]

The newly formed Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems 
(ANFS) within the University of New Hampshire's College of Life Sciences 
and Agriculture (COLSA) seeks a Chairperson at the rank of Associate or 
Full Professor. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2018. The initial 
appointment will be for a 5-year term with option to renew, and includes 
tenure with hire.


The ANFS faculty consists of 32 researchers, educators, and specialists 
dedicated to improving health and well-being through productive and 
sustainable agriculture practices, resilient and diverse landscapes, and 
equitable food systems.


We seek a dynamic leader with a record of significant scholarly research 
that aligns with the interdisciplinary mission of the department and 
demonstrated excellence in teaching/mentoring of undergraduate and 
graduate students. The successful candidate will lead our diverse unit 
of faculty, students, and staff; be team-oriented; understand and 
appreciate the integrated teaching, research, and service components of 
our land-grant mission; and have a compelling vision of the future of 
agriculture, nutrition, and food systems sciences in higher education.


Full description and application instructions are available at 
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/27523.


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Wilfred M. Wollheim
Associate Professor
Department of Natural Resources and Environment
And
Co-Director,Water Systems Analysis Group
Earth Systems Research Center
Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans and Space
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH 03824
603-862-0812 (office)
603-862-0587 (fax)
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