[ECOLOG-L] General textbook for Ecological Experimental Techniques?

[Ryan McEwan]

Hi all,

I am hoping that some on the board might have a good recommendation for a
text on general experimental techniques & field methods in ecology.

Best,
Ryan













*Ryan W. McEwan, PhD*

*Associate Professor of Ecology*

*Environmental Biology Program Director*



*Department of Biology University of Dayton 300 College Park, Dayton,
OH  45469-2320 *



*Lab: mcewanlab.org
**Email:  ryan.mce...@udayton.edu
*

*Office phone: 1.937.229.2558*

*Office Location:  Science Center 223D***The McEwan Lab
 supports an inclusive environment that respects the
dignity of every person regardless of gender, religion, race, ethnicity,
nationality, sexual orientation or other expression of human difference. We
welcome discourse and intellectual critique but reject harassment in all of
its forms.

[ECOLOG-L] Application deadline has been extended to this Friday, (9/15) for the Developing Competency in Teaching Computation using MATLAB workshop--October 15-17, 2017

[Krista Herbstrith]

Dear Colleagues,

We invite you to the *Developing Competency in Teaching Computation
using MATLAB* workshop. To address the need to strengthen computational
skills, this workshop will bring together faculty from the sciences who
teach computation and are interested in strengthening their skills and
developing MATLAB-based teaching resources. Working interactively with
faculty peers and MathWorks representatives, participants will develop
teaching activities and contribute to a collection of sharable teaching
activities. By including educators from multiple disciplines – including
Biology, Chemistry, Geoscience, Physics, Math, and allied fields – the
workshop will encourage sharing of ideas and best practices and integration
of themes and tools across areas.



*Details*
Workshop: Developing Competency in Teaching Computation
using MATLAB
Location: Carleton College, Northfield, MN
Date:   October 15-17, 2017 (5 PM Sunday to 2
PM Tuesday)
*Application Deadline:September 15, 2017 *and there is no registration
fee to attend.

Learn more from the workshop website:
http://serc.carleton.edu/teaching_computation/workshop_2017/index.html

*Workshop Description:*

At this workshop educators from Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geosciences,
Math, and allied fields will share their experiences teaching computation
in undergraduate science courses. Participants will work with peers and
MathWorks representatives to develop new, or revise existing, activities
and course materials that incorporate MATLAB for computation. They will
also synthesize best practices for combining computation and quantitative
thinking in science courses and for assessing students' understanding of
applied computation.



Workshop activities will feature demonstrations of activities, hands-on
MATLAB sessions, and opportunities to work in small groups on
activity/course design. This effort will draw on the work already done on
required competencies across the science fields. Instructional materials
and other information will be organized and compiled as collections of
digital resources to support teaching computation in the sciences using
MATLAB. Activities produced at the workshop will be made publicly available
to anyone teaching in the sciences. This workshop aims to host ~100 science
faculty and educators, thereby providing access to a wide range of
experienced and skilled practitioners in a single, focused space. In
addition, MathWorks representatives will be on hand to support the workshop
and share expertise and resources for teaching with MATLAB, providing
insights into topics such as data access, high performance computing, and
education aids for teaching and assessing computation skills in the lab,
live, and even online and in flipped-classroom settings.

This workshop target is ~100 science faculty and educators (by application).

*The application deadline is September 15, 2017* and there is no
registration fee to attend.

To apply, go to: http://serc.carleton.edu/teaching_computation/workshop_2
017/application.html

We hope to see you there!

Thank you,

Lisa Kempler, MathWorks
Cathryn A. Manduca, Science Education Resource Center
Gregory Hancock, College of William and Mary, Geology
Princess Imoukhuede, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign,
Bioengineering
Michele McColgan, Siena College, Physics & Astronomy
Kelly Roos, Bradley University, Department of Engineering Physics, PICUP

-- 
Krista Herbstrith, Program Manager
Science Education Resource Center—SERC,
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Carleton College
Northfield, MN 55057
507-222-5634
kherb...@carleton.edu
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Re: [ECOLOG-L] General textbook for Ecological Experimental Techniques?

[Ryan, James]

Ryan,
If you want a very general text you might try:
Practical Field Ecology, A Project Guide by Wheater eta l. and published by 
Wiley-Blackwell

If you want something specific to vertebrates you could try:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ryan/field-and-laboratory-techniques-in-vertebrate-biology/paperback/product-18944438.html

and then there is Ecological Methodology by Charles Krebs published by Addison 
Wesley Longman (not sure if it’s still in print).

Hope this is a starting point.

Cheers,
Jim


Dr. Jim Ryan
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Biology Department
300 Pulteney Street
Geneva, NY 14456
315-781-3601
r...@hws.edu

From: "Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news" 
 on behalf of Ryan McEwan 
Reply-To: Ryan McEwan 
Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 8:56 AM
To: "ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU" 
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] General textbook for Ecological Experimental Techniques?

Hi all,

I am hoping that some on the board might have a good recommendation for a text 
on general experimental techniques & field methods in ecology.

Best,
Ryan













Ryan W. McEwan, PhD
Associate Professor of Ecology
Environmental Biology Program Director
Department of Biology
University of Dayton
300 College Park, Dayton, OH  45469-2320

Lab: mcewanlab.org**
Email:  ryan.mce...@udayton.edu
Office phone: 1.937.229.2558
Office Location:  Science Center 223D

**The McEwan Lab supports an inclusive environment that 
respects the dignity of every person regardless of gender, religion, race, 
ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation or other expression of human 
difference. We welcome discourse and intellectual critique but reject 
harassment in all of its forms.

[ECOLOG-L] Wednesday, September 20: Join us for CUAHSI's Fall Cyberseminar Series: Towards a Global Integrated Hydrology Platform: Perspectives and Advances in Large-scale Modeling!

[Elizabeth Tran]

Please join us beginning Wednesday, September 20 for
CUAHSI's Fall 2017 Cyberseminar series:
Towards a Global Integrated Hydrology Platform: Perspectives and Advances in 
Large-scale Modeling
Host: Reed Maxwell, Rowlinson Professor of Hydrology (Colorado School of Mines)


Questions critical to human water use and environmental change increasingly 
require approaches that incorporate interconnected hydrologic processes and 
bridge a wide range of spatial scales. These needs have pushed models forward 
in both process complexity and spatial extent. Hydrology models that include 
connections between groundwater, surface water, land surface processes, human 
water use and even the atmosphere are now running at high resolution over 
continents and across the globe. This seminar series highlights recent research 
from four groups working to advance large-scale hydrologic modeling. Starting 
with a global perspective, these seminars will discuss various success stories 
and challenges as the hydrology community advances an integrated perspective of 
Earth's freshwater.

All talks take place at 12:00 p.m. ET:

September 20
Global hydrology and water resources: review, challenges and 
directions
Marc Bierkens, Utrecht University

September 27
Groundwater-to-atmosphere simulations including human water use at the 
continental 
scale
Stefan Kollet, Research Center Jülich and Bonn University

October 4
Update on the U.S. National Water Model, recent comparisons to 
observations
David Gochis, NCAR

October 11
Evaluating groundwater surface water interactions across the Continental U.S. 
using an integrated hydrologic 
model
Laura Condon, Syracuse University

Cyberseminars will be recorded and posted online for later viewing in our 
archives at: https://www.cuahsi.org/education/cyberseminars/archives/


Join Us!
Registration is free! You must register for the series in order to attend. To 
register, click 
here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information 
about joining the series.

[ECOLOG-L] Climate Scientist job opening at UCS

[Julia Petipas]

UCS has an opening for a senior scientist to focus on California and West 
Coast climate change impacts in our Oakland office.

Senior Climate Scientist
Climate & Energy Program 
Union of Concerned Scientists
http://www.ucsusa.org/about/jobs-ucs#seniorclimatescientist

Want to help West Coast states cope with the impacts of climate change? As 
Senior Climate Scientist you’ll research and raise awareness of climate 
change consequences in California. If you’re an experienced climate 
scientist we invite you to join our dynamic team and help lead our efforts 
to provide robust, timely, accessible and policy-relevant information on 
climate science. Background in water issues a plus!



Julia Petipas
HR Partner
Union of Concerned Scientists

[ECOLOG-L] Repost: Temporary technician positions available with the Corridor Project in SC

[Melissa Burt]

Temporary Field Technician Positions with the Corridor Project

We are hiring 2-3 technicians to work with us this fall on the Corridor
Project (PIs: Nick Haddad, Ellen Damschen, Doug Levey, John Orrock, Lars
Brudvig, and Julian Resasco). Our landscape-scale fragmentation
experiment is designed to understand the long-term dynamics of habitat
connectivity in a longleaf pine savanna system.
Successful candidates will be based full-time at the Savannah River Site
(SRS) in New Ellenton, SC. Job duties will include: pan trapping bees,
plant demography surveys, data entry/proofing, and field site
maintenance. Positions are expected to last approximately two months
with a preferred start date in September 2017. Technicians will be paid
$12/hour. Housing is not provided.

Successful candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in ecology or a
related field and have previous field experience. Additionally,
candidates should be able to endure hot/humid conditions and long hours
in the field. Because the Savannah River Site is a highly secure area
run by the U.S. Department of Energy, non-United States citizens may
have difficulty gaining clearance to work there. Women and minorities
are strongly encouraged to apply.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled, but applications will no longer be considered after
September 15, 2017.

To apply, please email a CV and a cover letter that describe your past
experience, why you are a strong candidate for this position, dates of
availability, and contact information (email addresses and phone
numbers) for three references to our project manager/lead technician,
Melissa Burt, at mab...@ncsu.edu.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] General textbook for Ecological Experimental Techniques?

[John Mull]

One good one is Karban et al. 2014. *How to Do Ecology: A Concise Handbook,
2E*, Princeton University Press:

http://press.princeton.edu/titles/10284.html



On Wed, Sep 13, 2017 at 6:56 AM, Ryan McEwan  wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I am hoping that some on the board might have a good recommendation for a
> text on general experimental techniques & field methods in ecology.
>
> Best,
> Ryan
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> *Ryan W. McEwan, PhD*
>
> *Associate Professor of Ecology*
>
> *Environmental Biology Program Director*
>
>
>
> *Department of Biology University of Dayton 300 College Park, Dayton,
> OH  45469-2320 *
>
>
>
> *Lab: mcewanlab.org
> **Email:  ryan.mce...@udayton.edu
> *
>
> *Office phone: 1.937.229.2558 <(937)%20229-2558>*
>
> *Office Location:  Science Center 223D***The McEwan Lab
>  supports an inclusive environment that respects
> the dignity of every person regardless of gender, religion, race,
> ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation or other expression of human
> difference. We welcome discourse and intellectual critique but reject
> harassment in all of its forms.
>

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc U.Zurich Modelling species response to environmental change

[Fred Guillaume]

Postdoctoral position in modelling species' response to environmental change

University of Zurich, Switzerland
2-year SNSF-funded position starting January 2018

Deadline for application: 15 October 2017

We seek a strong candidate to model the demographic and evolutionary
responses (eco-evo responses) of (plant) species to environmental changes at
large geographical scales. The candidate will investigate the ecological and
evolutionary conditions leading to species persistence when facing rapid
climate/environmental changes. The project will be a mix of evolutionary
modelling with the software Nemo (http://nemo2.sourceforge.net/), ecological
niche modelling, and population dynamics modelling. Strong and documented
expertise in one of those fields is required. Preference will go to
candidates that have developed strong computational skills and/or a deep
understanding of eco-evolutionary processes. With this project, we seek to
improve on our current individual-based modelling approach
(http://rdcu.be/rOCD) by developing new approaches, for e.g.
population-based or multi-species approaches, depending on the candidate's
background and motivations. Partners and potential collaborators on this
project include Prof Arpat Ozgul (population ecology, UZH), Prof Nick
Zimmermann (niche & climate modelling, ETH-WSL), and Drs. Felix Gugerli and
Christian Rellstab (tree genetics/genomics, ETH-WSL).

The position is available in Prof Frederic Guillaume's lab at the Department
of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, University of Zurich
(http://www.ieu.uzh.ch/en/research/evolbiol/ecoevo.html). We offer a
competitive working environment in the beautiful international city of
Zurich, one hour from the closest mountains. The work-related activities are
conducted in English.

Please send your application package as a *single* PDF to
frederic.guilla...@ieu.uzh.ch with your CV, publication list, a one-page
summary of research interests explaining why you want to join our group, and
the contact information of min. two references. Application review will
begin October 15th 2017, and continue until the position is filled. Direct
inquiries are welcome.


Frédéric Guillaume (frederic.guilla...@ieu.uzh.ch)


refs:
Cotto O., Wessely J., Georges D., Klonner G., Schmid M., Dullinger S.,
Thuiller W., Guillaume F. (2017) A dynamic eco-evolutionary model predicts
slow response of alpine plants to climate warming. Nature Communications, 8,
15399. DOI: 10.1038/ncomms15399

Schmid M., Guillaume F. (2017) The role of phenotypic plasticity on
population differentiation. Heredity DOI: 10.1038/hdy.2017.36

Guillaume F., Rougemont J. (2006) Nemo: an evolutionary and population
genetics programming framework. Bioinformatics 22 (20), 2556-2557 

[ECOLOG-L] Seeking scientists, engineers and data experts to advise on the NEON project

[Wendy Gram]

Seeking scientists, engineers and data experts to advise on the NEON project

Interested in ensuring that the National Ecological Observatory Network is a 
valuable resource for your research? Consider joining a Technical Working Group 
(TWG) and help shape NEON science and data. Battelle relies on almost two dozen 
TWGs to advise on the NEON project. Our advisory groups work on topics ranging 
from data standards to specific collection methods. The overarching objective 
of TWGs is to ensure that the design and operation of the observatory is based 
upon sound scientific rationale and good engineering practice. TWG members also 
help make certain that NEON infrastructure, data and programs are a valuable 
community resource.

As we complete construction of NEON sites, we are seeking TWG nominees that 
represent a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and career stages. If you 
are interested in helping us solve important science and technical questions 
related to operating and maintaining NEON observatory subsystems, nominate 
yourself or someone else today 
(http://www.neonscience.org/twg-nomination-form). We are currently accepting 
nominations through Sept 30, 2017 and will notify all nominees of whether they 
have been selected by Oct 31, 2017. For groups that are needed for longer than 
a year, nominations will be requested annually thereafter.

To learn more about NEON TWGs and how to join, please visit our website: 
http://www.neonscience.org/observatory/advisory-groups/about-our-technical-working-groups.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] General textbook for Ecological Experimental Techniques?

[Michael Ross]

I use Designing field Studies for Biodiversity Conservation. Mike

Sent from my iPhone

On Sep 13, 2017, at 10:26 AM, John Mull 
mailto:jm...@weber.edu>> wrote:

One good one is Karban et al. 2014. How to Do Ecology: A Concise Handbook, 2E, 
Princeton University Press:

http://press.princeton.edu/titles/10284.html



On Wed, Sep 13, 2017 at 6:56 AM, Ryan McEwan 
mailto:the.ts...@gmail.com>> wrote:
Hi all,

I am hoping that some on the board might have a good recommendation for a text 
on general experimental techniques & field methods in ecology.

Best,
Ryan













Ryan W. McEwan, PhD
Associate Professor of Ecology
Environmental Biology Program Director
Department of Biology
University of Dayton
300 College Park, Dayton, OH  45469-2320

Lab: 
mcewanlab.org**
Email:  ryan.mce...@udayton.edu
Office phone: 1.937.229.2558
Office Location:  Science Center 223D

**The McEwan 
Lab
 supports an inclusive environment that respects the dignity of every person 
regardless of gender, religion, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual 
orientation or other expression of human difference. We welcome discourse and 
intellectual critique but reject harassment in all of its forms.

[ECOLOG-L] NEON Project Opening - Senior Metrology Technician - Boulder, CO

[Melissa Benedetti]

Hello,

NEON would like to announce a new job opening for a Senior Metrology Technician 
in Boulder, CO. The description is below.  All of our positions can be reviewed 
at www.neonscience.org.

Senior Metrology Technician

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Battelle and its affiliate, Battelle Ecology, Inc. manages and operates the 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) project, which is solely funded 
by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project dedicated to 
understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact 
ecology, the observatory's scientists and engineers are collecting a 
comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 
eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems.  Our teams use cutting-edge 
technology, including an airborne observation platform that captures images of 
regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data 
collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; 
and trained field crews who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms 
and collect soil and water data.  Once structures are completed, a leading edge 
cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information.  The 
Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of its kind 
designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental 
scales.

JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Metrology Technician provides support by testing and maintaining 
Calibration and Validation (CVAL) fixtures and supporting test instrumentation. 
 The primary duties include providing support for the outdoor calibration 
laboratory, which involves sensor installation, sensor maintenance, site 
maintenance, and spiking, filling and assaying compressed gas cylinders. Other 
duties include maintaining and operating calibration fixtures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Outdoor metrology facility operations including sensor 
install/uninstall, sensor maintenance, site maintenance, gas cylinder filling 
and compressor maintenance. These tasks will require manual labor.

* Gas cylinder spiking, filling and assaying with coordination to 
ensure stock maintains for field deployable cylinder designations.

* Fabricate and check-out calibration fixtures for mechanical and 
electrical assemblies, using mechanical fasteners, machining, metal forming, 
fixtures, soldering, PCBAs, cabling, power supplies, and lab test equipment.

* Fabricate, verify functionality of, and checkout calibration 
fixtures, and mechanical and electrical assemblies.

* Troubleshoot and repair calibration fixtures and auxiliary equipment.

* Follow NEON laboratory and site-specific environmental protection 
requirements, policy and procedures.

* Order and install equipment related to fixtures, assemblies and 
instrumentation, and maintain stock of regularly used materials and supplies.

* Assist in the storage, shipping and tracking of calibrated sensors.

* Document procedures for the testing of calibration fixtures, 
assemblies and instrumentation.

REQUIRED: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

* High School Diploma

* 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/training

* Ability to drive company vehicles

* Laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance experience

* Proven experience with troubleshooting and repair pressurized 
components and pressurized systems

* Proven experience with troubleshooting and repair power systems, 
digital and analog circuits to the component level

* Ability to read and understand schematics, product design and 
fabrication documentation.

* Attention to detail and accuracy

* Demonstrated strong organizational and multitasking skills

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills

* Self-directed and motivated with the ability to work independently 
and in a team environment

* Ability to do manual labor outdoors in the field under all type of 
weather conditions

* Ability to lift 60 pounds

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

* Background in safety, quality assurance, and best engineering and 
laboratory practices

* Experience in production product design, development and 
manufacturing.

* Experience with Microsoft Office and LabView

* Research and/or laboratory sample processing experience

* Experience with high pressure compressors

Must possess a current and valid State issued driver's license with insurable 
Department of Motor vehicle record (parking violations, minor driving offenses 
excluded) as determined by Battelle Ecology Inc.'s insurance provider.

Must have permanent authorization for US employment. Battelle Ecology, Inc. 
will not provide any kind of visa sponsorship.

This position offers compe

[ECOLOG-L] MS Assistantship - Long-term Study in Lake States Aspen Forests

[Miranda Curzon]

*M.S. Assistantship in Applied Forest Ecology and Silviculture *The
Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management (NREM) at Iowa State
University is seeking a M.S.-level graduate student to join a research
project investigating the long-term impacts of harvest disturbance on
aspen-dominated forests across the Upper Lake States region. The student
will benefit from the opportunity to work on an established, experimental
study while also having the freedom to develop and pursue questions about
natural and anthropogenic disturbance, resilience, and competition tailored
to the student’s specific interests. Work will involve collaboration with a
team that includes scientists from Iowa State University and the U.S.
Forest Service Northern Research Station.


The position begins in summer 2018 and includes two guaranteed years of
funding (competitive stipend, tuition, and health insurance).  It is based
in Ames, Iowa at Iowa State University and will involve field work in
remote areas of northern Minnesota and Michigan, USA.

*Qualifications:* B.S. in ecology, forestry, silviculture, natural
resources, conservation biology, environmental science or a closely related
field. Previous field and/or extensive outdoor work experience is required.
Skills in plant identification are strongly preferred. Experience or
interest in dendrochronology is also preferred.  Submitted materials should
demonstrate effective communication through writing, an ability to work
both independently and collaboratively, a passion for natural resources,
and a strong work ethic.


*Application process:* Interested applicants should submit a CV, GRE
scores, contact information for three references, unofficial transcripts,
and a cover letter summarizing relevant experience, research interests, and
professional and academic goals to Dr. Miranda Curzon (mcur...@iastate.edu).
If nominated for the position, three letters of reference, official GRE
scores, and official transcripts will be required for application to ISU.
The process for admission to graduate studies in the Department of Natural
Resource Ecology and Management is described at
https://www.nrem.iastate.edu/admissions. The position is open until filled,
but applicants should submit materials prior to November 1, 2017 for full
consideration.


Please contact Miranda Curzon (mcur...@iastate.edu) for further information.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral positions--management strategy evaluation (fisheries)

[Katherine Mills]

Three Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Management Strategy Evaluation

A team of scientists at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI),
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School for Marine Science and
Technology (SMAST), and NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NOAA
NEFSC) are seeking applicants for three postdoctoral positions to
apply management strategy evaluation (MSE) to groundfish species in
the Northeast U.S. The research will focus on testing the performance
of management procedures under climate change. The postdocs will work
with a team of experts in the study of climate impacts on fish and
fisheries and the application of MSE, including Dr. Lisa Kerr and Dr.
Andrew Pershing (GMRI), Dr. Gavin Fay and Dr. Steve Cadrin (UMass
Dartmouth), and Dr. Sarah Gaichas (NOAA NEFSC). Two positions will be
based at GMRI (Portland, ME) and one based at UMass Dartmouth (New
Bedford, MA).

The scope of work will include the following:
--Developing relationships that describe climate impacts on population
processes.
--Constructing operating models to emulate population dynamics.
--Simulating models under climate change scenarios.
--Testing the performance of alternative stock assessment models.
--Apply alternative harvest strategies under climate change scenarios.
--Incorporating technical interactions as part of mixed fishery analysis
--Quantifying biological and economic tradeoffs.
--Stakeholder outreach

Qualifications

· A completed (or nearly-completed) PhD degree in a relevant
discipline, such as Fisheries Science, Statistics, Ecology, or other
related field that demonstrates a strong quantitative background.

· Experience fitting population dynamics models to data for
fisheries stock assessment and application of simulation testing
frameworks like Management Strategy Evaluation is preferred.

· Knowledge of fisheries management, and understanding of the
management process in the U.S.

· Demonstrated experience and fluency in statistical/modeling
programming languages (e.g. R, AD Model Builder, Template Model
Builder).

· Strong written and oral communication skills, as evidenced
through publications in the peer-reviewed scientific literature and
presentations to a variety of audiences

The positions have competitive annual salaries plus benefits. Start
date is flexible; the successful candidate could begin as early as
October 2017. The positions will range from 2-3 years in duration. To
be considered for all three positions, please submit application
materials through both links below.

For complete details on how to apply for these positions see full job
announcements at:

Gulf of Maine Research Institute Positions:
http://gmri.org/about-us/join-our-team/jobs/two-postdoctoral-research-associates-management-strategy-evaluation

UMass Dartmouth Position: http://www.smast.umassd.edu/lab_fay/?p=234

[ECOLOG-L] Hiring Visiting Asst Prof, Marine Ecology, Gettysburg College PA

[Andrew Wilson]

Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies – Marine Ecology
One Year Appointment (2018-2019)

Position Summary.  The Department of Environmental Studies at Gettysburg 
College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in 
marine ecology beginning August, 2018. We seek individuals who have a 
commitment to teaching in the liberal arts tradition. The successful 
candidate will teach introductory courses to majors and non-majors, as well 
as upper level courses in his/her area of expertise.  The teaching load for 
this position will be three courses each semester, where either a lecture or 
laboratory section is considered to be one course.  

Qualifications.  Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or be ABD) in marine 
ecology or a related discipline. Teaching experience or promise of 
excellence in teaching is desirable.  We strongly encourage applications 
from candidates who can demonstrate through their teaching or scholarship 
that they can contribute to the diversity and inclusive excellence of our 
community.

Application Details.  Please visit our website to submit your electronic 
application: http://gettysburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/2319 including a 
cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research goals 
in a liberal arts environment, and the current email addresses for three 
professional references (at least one of whom can comment on your teaching 
effectiveness). Professional references will be contacted by Gettysburg 
College to submit letters of recommendation electronically.  Review of 
applications will begin December 1, 2017 and will continue until a 
successful candidate is found.  Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. Rud Platt 
(rpl...@gettysburg.edu). 

Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 
90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 
1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus 
with an enrollment of over 2,600 students. The College is a member of the 
Marine Science Education Consortium (MSEC) and has access to facilities at 
Duke Marine Lab. Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies 
with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding 
nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for 
employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and 
harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, 
ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, 
marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development 
Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, 
gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all 
aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. 
Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College 
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is 
not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship 
violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational 
programs and activities.

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in community ecology / evolutionary biology at Utah State Universoty

[Will Pearse]

Hello,

I'm looking for a PhD student with experience in plant community ecology or 
evolutionary biology to start in my lab at Utah State University. The PhD will 
combine fieldwork and modelling, is fully-funded, and includes money to travel 
to conferences and working groups.

More details and application instructions are available online
(http://pearselab.com/join-the-lab/). I will review applications as they come 
in on a first-come-first-served basis. I'm happy to answer any questions over 
email (will.pea...@usu.edu).

Thanks,

Will Pearse

[ECOLOG-L] 13-17 November--Multivariate Analysis Online Course

[Jeri Peck]

Multivariate Analysis for Community Ecologists using PC-ORD versions 6-7

 

One-week (4 hrs/day) live online training:

 

13-17 November, 10:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00 EST daily

 

Data preparation, constrained ordination (WA, polar, CCA, RDA, Fuzzy Set

Ordination), free ordination (PCA, NMS), clustering, group testing (MRPP,

PerMANOVA), and association assessment tools (Mantel Test, Fourth Corner

Analysis).

 

More information about this course can be found at:

http://ecosystems.psu.edu/research/labs/silviculture/pc-ord 

 

For registration details, questions, or the mailing list, contact

Jeri Peck at Penn State:  pe...@psu.edu 

http://ecosystems.psu.edu/directory/jep26 

[ECOLOG-L] EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SENIOR BIOLOGIST, TUCSON, AZ

[David Cerasale]

Biologist, Senior

WestLand Resources Inc., is actively seeking an experienced biologist to
support our environmental consulting practice. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Biologist will be expected to contribute to project planning,
manage and train field crews on sampling and survey techniques, lead
biological field studies, manage, analyze, and interpret data and
statistical analysis, and to provide assistance for the development of
conservation and mitigation measures for potential adverse impacts to
biological resources. This position is expected to write reports in an
efficient and effective manner while working closely with the Director of
Natural Resources, project managers, and other team members.

REQUIREMENTS
•   M.S. or higher degree in Biology/Ecology or related field. A  
Bachelor's degree with additional experience will be considered.
•   Expertise in one or more disciplines, such as vertebrate zoology, 
botany,
or aquatic biology, etc., through coursework or experience.
•   Excellent writing and oral communication abilities.
•   5+ years experience and demonstrated ability working in biological
resource surveys, inventories, and analyses strongly preferred.
•   Experience with U.S. Federal and State regulations preferred.
•   Ability to navigate physically in a desert environment, while exposed to
extreme temperatures and rough terrain.
•   Experience in the southwestern United Stated preferred.

WestLand prides itself on providing a work environment that is relaxed and
collaborative, while supporting the highest standards for project delivery
and work product quality.  Our team approach to both project and staff
development naturally fosters a tight-knit environment of uniquely skilled
and experienced professionals, learning from and helping one another.
Westland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be
an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all interested
parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
 We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance
abuse testing.

Apply on-line at
https://westlandresources.applicantpro.com/jobs/626474-128570.html or
through the Careers tab on the WestLand Resources website
(www.westlandresources.com).

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

[ECOLOG-L] SCB Marine Section Small Grants Program open

[SCB Marine Section]

The Society for Conservation Biology Marine Section is pleased to announce
the 2017-2018 cycle of our Conservation Research Small Grants Program!  The
program will provide funding ($500 – 700 USD) to marine conservation
research projects in areas of acute need, especially for research in the
developing world or for organizations with limited access to conservation
funding.


Applicants must be members of the Society for Conservation Biology and the
SCB Marine Section. If you are not a member yet, not to worry, joining is
simple! Go to: *https://conbio.org/membership/become-a-member/
*.  Then, log in to the
member area, and in the vertical bar on the right-hand side of the webpage
under “My Society Involvement”, click “Join a Section”.  Next, choose
Marine!  (Note: SCB members may join up to two sections).

To apply, go to: http://birenheide.com/scbmarinegrants/index.php

Applications are being accepted now through 7 October 2017.

For program background, application guidelines, and previous recipients, go
to: *https://conbio.org/groups/sections/marine/small-grants
*

Questions should be directed to:

Tom Good
SCB Marine Section Science Officer
scbmarinegra...@conbio.org