[ECOLOG-L] Interviews of ecologists and evolutionary biologists blog

[Hari Sridhar]

Hello,

My name is Hari Sridhar and I'm a post-doctoral researcher at the Centre
for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science. Since early 2016, I
have been conducting a series of interviews of ecologists and evolutionary
biologists. In each interview, I revisit an old "well-known" paper in
ecology/evolution/behavior, with the primary author, to find out about 1.
the making of the paper 2. the impact the paper had on the author's career
and research and 3. the author's current stand on what was said in the
paper. The idea is to construct, what one might call, 'shadow papers',
which capture the past and future of the original published articles. The
interviews are now all available at https://reflectionsonpaperspast.
wordpress.com/

This is an ongoing project and I will post new interviews as and when they
are ready.

Thank you.

Regards,
Hari

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Assistant Professor – metagenomics, bioinf ormatics, KS State

[David Inouye]

The Division of Biology (DOB) at Kansas State University invites 
applications for a faculty position in Metagenomics and Bioinformatics, 
starting in fall 2019, at the level of Assistant Professor, tenure 
track.  This position is specifically tied to a large cross-university 
NSF project targeted to studying microbiomes of natural and agricultural 
systems across the strong precipitation gradient in Kansas.  We seek 
candidates with expertise that will complement the diverse microbial 
ecology programs within the DOB and are particularly interested in 
candidates addressing fundamental questions about the structure and 
function of microbiomes as well as the informatics challenges associated 
with such data. We broadly view microbiomes as the genome content of 
diverse communities including bacteria, archaea, fungi, microbial 
eukaryotes, and viruses, and are especially interested in candidates 
with experience in studying microbiomes in the context of natural 
environments. The successful candidate will have a strong record of 
collaboration across disciplines and experimental systems, a 
demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and instruction, and 
will contribute to graduate and undergraduate instruction in the DOB. A 
Ph.D. in environmental genomics, metagenomics, bioinformatics, or a 
closely related field and relevant postdoctoral experience or 
equivalent, is required.


The DOB is a large and diverse academic unit with an excellent record of 
research and teaching (k-state.edu/biology). Extramural research funding 
in the DOB averages approximately $10M per year, supporting a broad 
research program and a large number of faculty scientists with research 
interests in ecology, microbial ecology and function, bioinformatics, 
plus molecular and developmental biology. Many DOB faculty work at the 
interface between genomics, ecology, and bioinformatics. Resources 
available to our faculty include a high-performance computing cluster 
(beocat.ksu.edu), a bioinformatics center (bioinformatics.k-state.edu), 
an integrated genomics facility (ksre.k-state.edu/igenomics), and the 
Konza Prairie Biological Station (kpbs.konza.k-state.edu).


Kansas State University is located in the city of Manhattan 
(cityofmhk.com), a vibrant college community of about 50,000 located in 
the scenic Flint Hills of northeastern Kansas, about 2 hours from Kansas 
City. Local recreational opportunities include a large lake/park system, 
diverse outdoor activities, and a rich program in the performing arts. 
Manhattan is the regional center for education, health care, commerce, 
entertainment and communications.


Applications must be submitted electronically at 
http://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/502951. Applicants should submit 
a cover letter, description of research and teaching interests, a 
curriculum vita, and names and contact information for three references. 
Questions or requests for additional information can be directed to Ari 
Jumpponen (a...@ksu.edu). Review of applications will begin February 28, 
2018, and continue until the position is filled. Please note, the target 
start date for this position is August 1, 2019. KSU is an Equal 
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks diversity 
among its employees.

[ECOLOG-L] MS Assistantship: The effect of urban sprawl on bird diversity

[Sara Gagne]

One two-year MS assistantship is available starting in August 2018 under
the supervision of Dr. Sara Gagné in the Department of Geography and Earth
Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.


A highly-motivated student is sought to pursue research that investigates
the effect of urban sprawl on bird diversity. The student will make use of
publicly-available datasets and published sprawl indices to investigate how
avian community structure and composition respond to variation in urban
form among landscapes at multiple spatial scales. The student's research
may also include the investigation of the effect of sprawl on the diversity
of other taxa, depending on the availability and suitability of data.


Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated research
experience and coursework in ecology, environmental science, or
biogeography. Candidates with demonstrated written and oral communication
skills and strong academic credentials will be preferred. Successful
candidates will also have GIS and remote sensing skills, a strong
quantitative background, and a passion for biodiversity conservation in
human-dominated landscapes.


The Department of Geography and Earth Sciences offers a Master in Earth
Sciences program that includes courses in biogeography, spatial statistics
and modeling, GIS and remote sensing, and urban planning. The successful
candidate will be supported by a competitive teaching assistantship.
Tuition remission is available for highly-qualified candidates. Charlotte
is a diverse rapidly growing metropolitan area that boasts an extensive
greenway system and lies within a half day’s drive of the spectacular Blue
Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains and stunning North Carolina and South
Carolina saltmarshes and beaches.


Interested candidates should send, via email to Dr. Sara Gagné,
sga...@uncc.edu: (1) a cover letter outlining prior experience and research
interests, (2) a CV, (3) GRE scores and GPAs from current and previous
programs, and (4) the names and contact information of three referees.


More information about Dr. Sara Gagné's research, the MS Earth Sciences
program, and the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences can be found
at: http://geoearth.uncc.edu/



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Sara A. Gagné, PhD

Associate Professor of Landscape Ecology

Earth Sciences Graduate Coordinator

UNC Charlotte | Dept. of Geography and Earth Sciences
9201 University City Blvd. | Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone: 704-687-5911 | Fax: 704-687-5966

sga...@uncc.edu  |
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[ECOLOG-L] Fisheries Ecology Lab Internships Dauphin Island Sea Lab

[Crystal Hightower]

*2018 Internship Opportunity*

*Shelby Center for Ecosystem Based Fisheries Management*

*Dauphin Island Sea Lab*

*Dauphin Island, AL*



*Description:*

The Fisheries Ecology lab is seeking interns to work under the faculty
direction of Dr. Sean Powers at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab on a wide
variety of fisheries projects in waters adjacent to Dauphin Island, a gulf
barrier island in the northern Gulf of Mexico fringing the Mobile Bay
estuary. Paid internships are available for a six-month period.


Qualified applicants will have the opportunity to assist with
groundbreaking studies in Fisheries Ecology in the northern Gulf of Mexico
that involve a variety of fishes (bony fishes, sharks and rays) from both
offshore and inshore locales. Interns will gain experience with various
sampling techniques used in fisheries research, as well as the associated
laboratory sample processing.



For more info visit:
*https://www.disl.org/about/employment/fisheries-ecology-lab-internship-1
*



Crystal LouAllen Hightower
Fisheries Ecology Lab
University of South Alabama
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
251-861-2141 x2384
chighto...@disl.org

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor: Marine Biomedical Science

[Reese, Brandi]

Assistant Professor: Marine Biomedical Science (job reference code:
14SE-13)

The Department of Life Sciences at Texas A University-Corpus Christi
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Marine
Biomedical Sciences. Candidates should be experienced in research that
focuses on the use of marine/estuarine models at the system, cellular and
molecular levels to solve problems associated with human health. In
addition, experience in marine biotechnology/bioengineering will be
considered positively during candidate evaluations.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in biology or related
discipline at time of appointment and postdoctoral and/or professional
experience is preferred. Candidates must have a strong record of
peer-reviewed publications and external grant funding. Applications are
particularly encouraged from individuals with active, federally-funded
research programs and strong external collaborations who can take
advantage of our modern research laboratories and equipment, including
those associated with our genomic (http://genomics.tamucc.edu/), high
performance computing (http://hpc.tamucc.edu/), isotope
(http://icl.tamucc.edu/) and analytical core facilities.

Job Duties:  The successful candidate will be expected to develop a
vigorous, externally-funded research program, supervise graduate and
undergraduate researchers, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and
pursue scholarly research in support of the Biology Master and Marine
Biology Master and PhD Programs. The typical teaching load for doctoral
faculty in the Department of Life Sciences is three courses per academic
year.

The preferred start date is Sept. 1, 2018. The university offers a
competitive startup package and research lab space in a new
state-of-the-art three-story building (Tidal Hall), which will be
completed in summer 2018 to support six new instructional labs and 34
research labs. The Department of Life Sciences has 23 tenured or
tenure-track faculty, six professional assistant faculty and over 1,200
science majors. It offers BS degrees in Biology and Biomedical Science, MS
degrees in Biology, Marine Biology and Fisheries & Mariculture, and a PhD
in Marine Biology. New degree programs planned include Biomedical Science
MS, Marine Biomedical Science PhD, and Fisheries PhD.

Texas A University-Corpus Christi is a rapidly growing research
university located on the Gulf of Mexico overlooking Corpus Christi Bay
and is uniquely positioned to become an emerging research institution with
a focus on science and engineering. With over 12,250 students, it offers a
wide array of graduate and undergraduate academic programs. Ample
opportunities exist for collaboration with researchers from the Department
of Life Sciences as well as from the University¹s strong portfolio of
marine-oriented research institutions such as the Harte Research Institute
for Gulf of Mexico Studies (http://harteresearchinstitute.org), Center for
Coastal Studies (http://ccs.tamucc.edu) and Conrad Blucher Institute
(http://www.cbi.tamucc.edu). Our unique location provides many
opportunities for marine and estuarine-related research including
proximity to extensive bays and estuaries along the Gulf of Mexico. Texas
A University-Corpus Christi is a Hispanic Serving Institution and
candidates seeking to mentor underrepresented groups in science are
especially encouraged to apply.

TAMUCC requires applicants for all university positions to apply online at
https://islanderjobs.tamucc.edu. Applicants should upload the following:
1) cover letter describing qualifications; 2) curriculum vitae; 3)
individual statements describing research and teaching interests; and (4)
the names and contact information of four references. The position will
remain open until filled with preference given to applicants applying
prior to February 1, 2018. For questions, please contact: Dr. Gregory Buck
(gregory.b...@tamucc.edu; phone (361)-825-3717), Search Chair, Department
of Life Sciences, Texas A University-Corpus Christi.

Texas A University - Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer committed to diversity.

[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Assistantship in Geospatial Analytics for Innovation in Local Government at NC State University

[Megan Skrip]

Drs. Baran and Tateosian at North Carolina State University seek a creative, 
motivated 
Ph.D. student with strong analytical and computational skills to join a team 
that would 
develop solutions in the arena of geospatial visualizations and analytics for 
internal and 
external stakeholders of local government. The project is being developed in 
partnership with Wake County, North Carolina, and will support projects for the 
Innovation Center at Wake County. The position will begin Fall 2018 and is 
funded for 
four years at $25,000/year, plus benefits and tuition support, through the 
cutting-edge 
Ph.D. program in Geospatial Analytics offered by NC State’s Center for 
Geospatial 
Analytics (geospatial.ncsu.edu). 

The selected applicant will join a research group focused on geospatial 
analytics and 
the development of visualizations and applications to model spatial solutions 
for county 
operations and engagement with citizens. The student will be encouraged to 
develop 
research questions and a project tailored to their unique interests and career 
goals.

The Center for Geospatial Analytics is an internationally recognized 
collaborative hub 
for interdisciplinary data scientists advancing novel understanding of spatial 
phenomena and applying new knowledge to grand challenges. Students in the Ph.D. 
program receive multidisciplinary advising and the opportunity to work with 
over twenty 
faculty fellows with diverse expertise from nearly a dozen departments across 
NC 
State. Students also engage in experiential learning through an off-campus 
professional 
internship.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position 
is filled. To 
apply, complete the application at grad.ncsu.edu/apply. Students with talents 
in 
programming and quantitative methods, and with a master’s degree in Geospatial 
Information Science and Technology, Geography, Computer Science, Urban Planning 
or 
related disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information about the position, contact Dr. Perver Baran 
(perver_ba...@ncsu.edu) and include a copy of your CV. Additional details about 
the 
Ph.D. program in Geospatial Analytics and complete application instructions are 
available at go.ncsu.edu/geospatial-phd. Interested students are also 
encouraged to 
contact Rachel Kasten, Graduate Services Coordinator (rachelkas...@ncsu.edu or 
919-
515-2800), with questions about the program or to explore additional 
opportunities.

[ECOLOG-L] plant evolution postdoc opening at UC Santa Cruz

[Jennifer Funk]

DESCRIPTION
The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department 
(https://www.eeb.ucsc.edu/) at the University of California, Santa Cruz 
(UCSC) invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Scholar 
under the direction of Associate Professor Kathleen Kay under a five-
year NSF Dimensions of Biodiversity grant (“Biotic and abiotic drivers 
of Neotropical plant speciation”). The scholar will investigate the 
phylogeny, population genomics, and quantitative genetics of the spiral 
gingers (monocot genus Costus). The project is a collaboration among PIs 
Kathleen Kay (UCSC), Jennifer Funk (Chapman University), Carlos Garcia-
Robledo (University of Connecticut), Santiago Ramirez (UC Davis) and 
Dena Grossenbacher (Cal Poly SLO) to uncover patterns and mechanisms of 
speciation in a recent, rapid radiation throughout Central and South 
America. The first years will be focused on phylogenetics and population 
genomics, whereas later years will be focused on QTL mapping and field 
testing of key traits and loci involved in adaptive divergence and 
reproductive isolation. Primary responsibilities include experimental 
design, coordinating and conducting sequence data collection, managing 
and analyzing large datasets, mentoring undergraduate and graduate 
students, coordinating research collaborators, and contributing to the 
dissemination of results through manuscripts, presentations, public 
outreach, and agency reports. Applicants with the following preferred 
qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: experience generating 
and analyzing next gen sequence data from non-model plants, excellent 
bioinformatics skills, a strong interest in plant speciation and 
adaptation, and a track record of publishing in leading journals. The 
position requires excellent time management and written/oral 
communication skills. The scholar will be based at UCSC, with 
opportunities for lab exchanges and fieldwork in Costa Rica and Panama. 
More information on the Kay Lab can be found at 
https://kay.eeb.ucsc.edu/

SALARY
Minimum annual salary of $48,216, commensurate with qualifications and 
experience. Minimum annual salary rates are made based on the 
individual’s Experience Level, which is determined by the number of 
months of postdoctoral service at any institution. See current salary 
scale for Postdoctoral Titles at 
https://apo.ucsc.edu/compensation/salary-scales/index.html

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Biology or related field
• A minimum of two years experience in phylogenetic and/or population 
genetic laboratory research.

POSITION AVAILABLE
April 1, 2018. Start date could be as late as October 1, 2018. Ph.D. 
must be in hand at time of the initial appointment.

MAXIMUM DURATION OF SERVICE IN A POSTDOCTORAL TITLE
Postdoctoral Scholar appointments are full-time; the initial appointment 
is for two years, with the possibility of reappointment. Reappointment 
will be contingent upon positive performance review and availability of 
funding. The total duration of an individual’s postdoctoral service may 
not exceed five years, including postdoctoral service at any 
institution. Under limited circumstances, an exception to this limit may 
be considered, not to exceed a sixth year.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications should be emailed to Kathleen Kay km...@ucsc.edu. All 
documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs. Please refer to 
Position # EEB Postdoctoral Scholar-18T in all correspondence. Informal 
inquiries may be sent to km...@ucsc.edu
Documents/Materials
 Cover letter describing past research experience and qualifications 
for this position (required)
 Current curriculum vitae (required)
 A list of three references that includes their contact information 
(required)
 Up to three copies of published manuscripts-submitted as separate pdfs 
(required)

RECRUITMENT PERIOD
Full consideration will be given to applications completed by January 
29, 2018. Applications received after this date will be considered only 
if the position has not been filled. The position will remain open until 
filled, but not later than 9/30/2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Maryland Native Plant Society Research Grants

[Brett McMillan]

The Maryland Native Plant Society is a non-profit organization whose mission 
is to promote awareness, appreciation, and conservation of Maryland's native 
plants and their habitats through education, research, advocacy, and service. 
MNPS has allocated funds to support a small number of annual grants for 
research taking place in Maryland (at least in part) that will further its 
mission. The maximum amount awarded to any applicant will be $3000. 

Go to https://mdflora.org/grants.html for an application and more information. 
Inquiries and applications should be sent to gra...@mdflora.org.
To ensure consideration, proposals should be submitted by 26 March 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Field Technician Position - Alaska wildlife and climate change

[Nigel Golden]

Have you ever wondered what’s it like to conduct research in the Arctic?  
You don't have to wonder for long. I am offering a full-time temporary 
position located at Denali National Park, AK, in June, July, and August 
2018. During this time, you would be backpacking and living in 
campgrounds at Denali. A stipend of $2,000 will be provided, but you 
must cover your own transportation to the field site. As a technician, 
your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: 
• Conducting population surveys of arctic ground squirrels, 
including locating and indexing burrow networks and confirming the 
presence or absence, 
• Conducting vegetation assessments, and 
• Maintaining good working relationships with other scientists, 
park liaison and visitors at Denali to support the goals of the 
research.

The preferred candidate is dependable, curious, enthusiastic, doesn't 
mind working in physically taxing situations for long hours, and loves 
to be outdoors in rugged conditions. The ideal candidate will also have 
experience backpacking. 

This fieldwork is part of the dissertation research of Nigel Golden 
(https://goo.gl/LhMedz), University of Massachusetts graduate student 
studying the impact of climate change on arctic ground squirrel 
activity. This research is part of a broad research program, led by Dr. 
Toni Lyn Morelli of the US Geological Survey’s Northeast Climate Science 
Center, to understand the impacts of climate change on wildlife.

If you are interested in the position or have questions, email Nigel 
Golden at ngol...@umass.edu by February 28th, 2018 with a resume/CV with 
the subject line AGS in Denali 2018. Women and URM are encouraged to 
apply.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Lower Rio Grande Valley Monarch Outreach Assistant

[David Inouye]

Job Description
Lower Rio Grande Valley Monarch Outreach Assistant (contract position)
Located in McAllen, Texas

Statement of General Purpose:
The National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) South Central Regional office, 
located in Austin, TX seeks an energetic, focused and motivated 
individual to assist with the implementation of our Monarch Urban 
Outreach Program, which was launched in 2015. This program has helped 
targeted cities in the monarch butterfly central flyway to take 
appropriate, effective action on behalf of monarch butterfly recovery, 
resulting in Monarch Networks operating and Monarch conservation plans 
in place or under development in six major Texas cities: Dallas, Fort 
Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston and McAllen. Specifically, NWF’s 
part-time Monarch Outreach Assistant will work with NWF’s Monarch 
Outreach Coordinator to advance a region-wide effort in the Lower Rio 
Grande Valley and he or she will be based out of McAllen, TX.
Dates of Service: January 30 2018 – November 30 2019 (22 months at 
approximately 45 hours/month)


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Included but not limited to:
a. Conduct outreach to city governments. Contact and conduct meetings 
with mayors, sustainability directors, city parks directors, corporate 
leaders and other key players in the Lower Rio Grande Valley to identify 
city-specific opportunities for monarch recovery and secure city 
commitments to take action.
b. Facilitate meetings of community partners. Coordinate and facilitate 
monthly meetings of city staff and key community partners--native plant 
societies, master gardeners, garden clubs, botanical gardens, community 
garden groups, city beautification groups, and key corporate citizens 
who make up the Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) Monarch Network. Work 
with NWF’s Monarch Outreach Coordinator to facilitate the creation, 
finalization and implementation of a Lower Rio Grande Valley Monarch 
Butterfly Conservation Plan.
c. Provide technical support. Make use of NWF’s network of monarch 
experts and others to provide information and ideas for effective 
monarch-conservation activities to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Region 
Monarch Network and to the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge participating 
communities as needed.
d. Maintain social media pages. Maintain social media pages for the 
Lower Rio Grande Valley Monarch Network, updating members on educational 
opportunities, local events, and new developments in the monarch world.
e. Create resources for Monarch Networks. Work with the Monarch Outreach 
Coordinator to develop and design handouts and other resources with 
city-specific content, educating the public on the importance of the 
monarch butterfly and the need for implementing specific actions to 
benefit monarch conservation.
f. Educate the public. Attend and exhibit at monarch conservation events 
and festivals, answering questions from the public, and promoting the 
mission and vision of the National Wildlife Federation. Assist LRGV 
Monarch Network with coordination and implementation of citizen science, 
propagation and habitat creation workshops.
g. Communicate and coordinate activities with NWF’s Monarch Outreach 
Coordinator. Participate in regularly scheduled calls and meetings with 
NWF’s Monarch Outreach Coordinator and with NWF’s internal 
monarch-conservation team (as necessary) to report on activities, 
communicate needs for information or technical support, and contribute 
to NWF external messaging on its monarch-recovery initiative.


Formal Education and/or Special Training Required:
 A College Degree in Environmental Science, Education, Communications, 
Marketing, Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology or related field

Minimum Experience:
 Relevant work in program or project management, community outreach 
and/or organizing, public education, and volunteer engagement

 Sincere and demonstrated interest in environmental sustainability
 General knowledge of biology and ecology of monarch butterflies desirable

Minimum Skills:
 Skilled public speaker and presenter
 Proficiency in Spanish
 Demonstrated ability to organize diverse constituents and interests 
around a common purpose

 Strong organizational and communication skills
 Attention to detail and responsible work habits
 Ability to establish and cultivate relationships with potential 
partners and volunteers

 Ability to thrive in a multiple-task environment
 Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds, ranging from 
public officials to neighborhood residents
 Proficiency with word processing, excel, databases and PowerPoint 
software preferred


PROJECT LOCATION
The project and position will be located in McAllen, Texas and serve the 
Lower Rio Grande Valley. The part-time position will be home-based.


TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Personal vehicle with insurance and a valid driver’s license is 
required. The position will require travel throughout the Lower Rio 
Grande Valley to facilitate Monarch Network 

[ECOLOG-L] MS position - Summer/Fall 2018 start - Genetic structure of white spruce populations

[LaMontagne, Jalene]

MS position - Summer/Fall 2018 start - Genetic structure of white spruce 
populations

The lab of Dr. Jalene LaMontagne, Department of Biological Sciences, DePaul 
University is looking for a MS student to work on a 2-year NSF-funded project 
studying genetic structure in white spruce populations in the Upper Peninsula 
of Michigan, the northwoods of Wisconsin, and NE Minnesota.

The MS student will receive a stipend of $16,000 per year through a combination 
of a Teaching Assistantship during the academic year and a summer stipend, plus 
a tuition waiver for the two MS year program.

Requirements: B.S. degree in a related field. Previous research experience with 
laboratory methods for genetic analysis and experience or willingness to 
conduct field research. Drivers' license and a clean driving record. Good team 
player, with a demonstrated ability to show initiative and to work both 
independently and collaboratively. Quantitative skills in R are desirable but 
can be learned during the program. Preferred start is early June 2018. This 
research will be done in collaboration with Dr. Windsor Aguirre at DePaul.

The Department of Biological Sciences at DePaul University is located in the 
Lincoln Park area of Chicago, 4 miles north of downtown. Interested applicants 
should contact Dr. LaMontagne (jlamo...@depaul.edu) 
expressing their interest and including a copy of their CV and transcripts as 
soon as possible, and would then also apply to the graduate program; 
https://csh.depaul.edu/academics/biological-sciences/graduate/biological-sciences-ms/Pages/default.aspx
 Completed applications will be reviewed by the graduate beginning after 12 
February 2018.

For more information about the project, please contact Dr. LaMontagne 
jlamo...@depaul.edu and/or visit the lab website: 
http://lamontagnelab.weebly.com/

Regards,
Dr. Jalene LaMontagne
--
Assistant Professor, Ecology
Department of Biological Sciences, DePaul University
Adjunct Scientist, Lincoln Park Zoo/Urban Wildlife Institute

http://go.depaul.edu/lamontagne
http://lamontagnelab.weebly.com/
Twitter: @LaMontagneLab

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Executive Director, North American Butterfly Association

[David Inouye]

The North American Butterfly Association (NABA) has re-opened the search 
for an Executive Director.  go to 
http://www.naba.org/Executive_Director_desirata_2018_Jan_7.pdf  for 
details about the position, and to www.naba.org 
 for general information about the North American 
Butterfly Association.


Jeffrey Glassberg, Ph.D.
President,
North American Butterfly Association (NABA)
4 Delaware Rd.
Morristown, NJ 07960
www.naba.org 
Tel. 973-285-0907

[ECOLOG-L] Fly into the New Year with EOL Activities and Biodiversity Challenges!

[Tracy Barbaro]

Check out updates from the Encyclopedia of Life (EOL) for fun activities to 
practice 
observation and identification, and explore bird adaptations!

https://tinyurl.com/ybouopky

[ECOLOG-L] Job Posting--Junior Project Manager, Ecologist

[Amanda McCarthy]

We are looking for four energetic, career-minded junior-level technical 
project managers to join us on a full-time basis in our San Rafael or 
Emeryville office.  The work that this position entails is varied and 
may include special-status species surveys, habitat evaluation and 
mapping, environmental compliance (CEQA, permitting), mitigation and 
conservation banking/planning, and restoration planning.  Experience in 
these areas is preferred, but not required.  

We are particularly looking for someone who has completed wetland 
delineations and existing condition reports in a consulting setting; 
regulatory permitting experience is preferred.  

Required Qualifications:
•   Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology, ecology, or related 
field
•   Sound technical knowledge
•   Ability to work both independently and with a small team 
•   Demonstrable technical writing ability 
•   Excellent communication skills are essential
•   Previous consulting experience
•   Education and experience in California plant and wetland 
identification
•   Field experience including habitat evaluation
•   Detailed oriented and resourceful

Desired Qualifications:
•   Environmental impact analysis or CEQA experience
•   General knowledge of environmental permits and regulatory 
compliance

Compensation:
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package and a positive, 
progressive work environment. Our employment package includes medical, 
vision, dental, life insurance, wellness, commuter program, and 401K 
with generous match.  

To Apply:
Interested candidates should respond by e-mailing your employment 
application (found on our website), cover letter, resume, transcripts, 
and three references to care...@wra-ca.com and reference “Junior Project 
Manager.” Please also reference where you heard about the position.  WRA 
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please, no calls.

About WRA:
WRA, Inc. is an environmental consulting firm based in San Rafael, 
California, with offices in Emeryville, San Diego and Denver, Colorado.  
For more than 35 years, WRA has provided outstanding ecological and 
design expertise to develop successful solutions for our clients.  We 
employ experts in the fields of plant, wildlife, and wetland ecology, 
GIS, CEQA/NEPA, mitigation banking, and landscape architecture. More 
information about WRA and our areas of expertise can be found at 
http://www.wra-ca.com. 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctal position for statistical ecologist at the Missouri Botanical Garden

[Adam B. Smith]

I’m excited to announce two postdoc positions, one for an ecological
statistician and one for a spatial ecologist, are available here at the
Missouri Botanical Garden. Both will work to develop and test
“next-generation” species distribution models and both are for 2 years. So
far only one is officially posted (ecological statistician; application
deadline February 28th, 2018), but the other will appear soon!

To apply:
https://usr53.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/MBG/Posting/View/43


Adam B. Smith, Ph.D.
Assistant Scientist in Global Change
Center for Conservation & Sustainable Development
Missouri Botanical Garden
PO Box 299
Saint Louis, MO 63166
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[ECOLOG-L] Unusual Polygons in Frozen Cypress Lagoon

[John A.]

Here in Virginia we recently had a little snow, and the following day I 
noticed some intriguing patterns on the frozen surface of a cypress lagoon.  
These are kitchen-rug-sized polygons of tinted ice, separated by narrow lines 
of almost pure white ice.  

These look like photos I’ve seen of frozen tundra, except these are on the 
surface of a coastal cypress lagoon.  A colleague has mentioned fractional 
freezing and free ions as a possible explanation, with the faint brownish tint 
deriving from organics in the water.

I’d be interested in hearing from anyone who has seen similar patterns, 
especially in forested wetlands, and I’d be very interested to know more about 
the physical, chemical and microclimatic processes that might lead to their 
formation.  Please contact me off-list with my thanks in advance.


   - J. A.

[ECOLOG-L] Science Education Specialist at Asombro Institute in New Mexico

[Stephanie Bestelmeyer]

Dedicated, energetic, exceptional educator needed to become a full-time Science 
Education Specialist at the Asombro Institute for Science Education in Las 
Cruces, New Mexico.  The successful candidate will become the sixth member of a 
motivated staff that works to increase natural scientific literacy through 
engaging, place-based education programs. Each year, Asombro provides hands-on, 
inquiry-based education programs to more than 22,000 K-12 students, 800 
teachers, and 700 other adults in classrooms, schoolyards, and at the 
organization’s Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park.

Full job announcement and application details: 
http://www.asombro.org/ScienceEducationSpecialist_JobDescription.pdf 

[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. student opportunity

[David Inouye]

The Sargent (http://mysite.science.uottawa.ca/rsargent/) and Forrest 
(https://forrestlab.wordpress.com) labs at the University Ottawa are 
jointly seeking a PhD student to develop a thesis relating to a 
long-term data set on flowering phenology and pollinator 
diversity/abundance in temperate woodland ecosystems. The student will 
have access to our 5+ year dataset, and will be expected to design and 
undertake studies of pollinator and/or plant reproductive evolutionary 
ecology inspired by the data. The successful applicant will receive four 
years of funding to pursue their PhD at the University of Ottawa (note 
that the funding package includes fall and winter TA assignments unless 
outside fellowships are procured). Please send a letter of interest, 
including a description of your experience in plant and/or pollinator 
evolutionary ecology, a copy of your transcripts (unofficial is fine), 
and contact information for two references by January 30th, 2018, to 
rsarg...@uottawa.ca . Questions can be 
directed to the same address. This offer is for a fall 2018 or January 
2019 start date. The University of Ottawa offers Canadian students and 
permanent residents a tuition fee waiver for applicants who have 
achieved 80% or higher GPA in their last two years of study 
https://www.uottawa.ca/graduate-studies/students/awards/admission-scholarship) 
. 
Although we do not wish to discourage international applicants, please 
be aware that the funding described above applies mainly to Canadian 
citizens and landed immigrants. Only under exceptional circumstances 
(e.g., students who have done previous studies in French and are 
therefore potentially exempted 
from 
international tuition fees) will international student applicants be 
considered.

[ECOLOG-L] PhD forest ecology in France and Quebec

[Alison Munson]

PhD position in forest ecology (autumn 2018 - 2021) : France / Québec
Can increasing tree species diversity in plantations improve nutrient use under 
climate change?

Description:
Assessing the resistance and the resilience of forests to climatic disturbance 
is increasingly recognized as a key question to predict the production and 
stability of forests under different climatic scenarios. 
Conversely,understanding to what extent climate changes can alter nutrient 
cycling in forests and the positive effect of tree diversity on biogeochemical 
cycles remain unresolved questions.

This position will be focused on two field experiments.These large, ongoing, 
experimental platforms are forest ecosystems where biodiversity and climate are 
manipulated (TreeDivNet and IDENT international networks). One is an 
experimental plantation (Orphee) with Pinus pinaster, Betula pendula, Quercus 
robur and their mixtures in all possible combinations, located in a sandy plain 
in SW-France. An irrigation system enables manipulating water supply and 
consequently to assess the effects of summer droughts on nutrient cycling and 
tree nutrition. The second field experiment is in northern Ontario, Canada in 
boreal plantations with Betula papyrifera, Larix laricina, Picea glauca, Pinus 
strobus, Quercus rubra. In the latter, rainfall exclusion is in place to 
simulate severe summer drought. Nutrient cycling will be studied in these 
ecosystems using several methods: soil nutrients will be quantified through 
conventional analyses (e.g. total carbon and nutrient contents, nutrient 
availability), but also with incubation resins and incubation cores. Isotopes 
will be used to assess nutrient uptake by trees (root bioassay method). The 
natural abundance of nitrogen isotopes will be measured in trees to assess the 
functioning of nitrogen cycling. Finally, the way trees efficiently use and 
store nutrients will be studied through the monitoring of foliage composition 
and litterfall.

The project will be a co-directed between France (U Bordeaux) and Canada (U 
Laval, Quebec City) -which means that the student graduates from both 
universities. The candidate will be provided effective working environments at 
the INRA-Bordeaux and at Universite Laval: office and computer facilities, 
technical assistants and engineers for field and lab work, and lodging during 
field work at the two study sites. Field work will be supported by access to 
digital data resources on the experiments and detailed microclimate and climate 
records. In addition, he (she) will have access to a high-quality laboratory 
for the different analytical methods.

Hosting conditions:
The host teams (http://www6.bordeaux-aquitaine.inra.fr/ispa_eng/) have 
significant experience in forest ecology and biogeochemistry, including 
dedicated laboratories, field facilities, and experienced permanent staff. This 
PhD position is part of a project funded by the French national agency for 
research (ANR). The salary of the PhD position will be provided by the 
University of Bordeaux, provided that the applicant is selected by the 
committee of the local "Ecole Doctorale" (based on merit ranking). The hired 
person will receive the standard PhD student rate (net rate in early 2017 = 
approx. 1400 Euros monthly).

Supervisors:
Laurent Augusto ( laurent.augu...@inra.fr ; 
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Laurent_Augusto )
Nicolas Fanin ( nicolas.fa...@inra.fr ; 
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nicolas_Fanin )
Alison Munson ( alison.mun...@sbf.ulaval.ca 
; 
www.researchgate.net/profile/Alison_Munson
 )

Applicants:
We look for a motivated candidate with knowledge and/or experience in ecology, 
forest science, plant ecophysiology, or biogeochemistry. (S)he has good writing 
skills, a background in statistical analysis, and high capacity to work in a 
team. Because many days will be spent in forests, we expect that the hired 
person is tough enough to compete for a scientific pentathlon competition (i.e. 
orientation race, soil digging, sample carrying, tree cutting,and black fly 
swatting). To apply, it is not mandatory to meet all the requirements above. 
Applicants should send a detailed CV and a motivation letter explaining their 
interest and expectations. Please send documents for January 26th, 2018 to both 
Laurent Augusto and Alison Munson.

[ECOLOG-L] SCALE UP YOUR TEACHING using research data in your classroom - APPLY BY JAN 12

[Teresa Mourad]

ESA-QUBES Data Discovery - Bringing research data into undergraduate classrooms
January 30-May 15
APPLY By Jan 12

Join us for a unique networking and professional development opportunity from 
January - May 2018 for faculty interested in bringing research data into 
undergraduate classrooms. Faculty will implement selected Teaching Issues and 
Experiments in Ecology  (TIEE) modules in their introductory biology or ecology 
courses, with a focus on providing students with the quantitative skillset 
needed to 'scale up' to large ecological datasets.

For more information and to apply visit 
https://qubeshub.org/groups/datadiscovery_2018.
Contact: If you have questions please feel free to contact Gaby Hamerlinck 
gaby.hamerli...@bioquest.org.


Teresa
Teresa Mourad
Director, Education and Diversity Programs
ESA Office of Education and Diversity 
Programs

1990 M St NW Ste 700
Washington DC 20036
Tel: 202-833-8773 | Fax: 202-833-8775
ter...@esa.org

Join the nation's largest community of professional ecologists.
Become a member: www.esa.org/join

[ECOLOG-L] BES Summer 2018 Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Opportunities

[Alan Berkowitz]

The Baltimore Ecosystem Study (BES) is now accepting applications for
two *Research
Experiences for Undergraduates *(REU) positions for the *summer of 2018!*



Students will perform cutting-edge research of immediate relevance to
people in urban areas as part of the BES Long Term Ecological Research
(LTER) program in Baltimore, MD (see: https://beslter.org/). In addition to
their individual research projects, students will participate in BES
seminars, and in selected activities in the Urban Water Innovation Network
(UWIN) Undergraduate Research Program (see: https://erams.com/UWIN/urp/)
and the Cary Institute REU program (see:
http://www.caryinstitute.org/students/reu-program). Students with interests
in urban social ecological systems, aquatic or terrestrial ecology or
related fields are encouraged to apply.



*To apply:*  Go to:

http://www.caryinstitute.org/students/reu-programs/baltimore-ecosystem-study-reu-program



*Application deadline*: Rolling. Applications will be reviewed starting
February 12, 2018.



*Dates:* Up to 10 weeks between June 4 and August 10, 2018. Specific dates
to be determined by student and mentor.



*Eligibility:*  Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first
semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or
its possessions.



*Support:* $525/week stipend, assistance with room and board on-campus or
in nearby housing, travel assistance.



*Projects for 2018:*

*A) Baltimore Old Forests Project.*

Mentors: Dr. John Lagrosa (Center for Urban Environmental Research and
Education (CUERE), University of Maryland Baltimore County) and Nancy Sonti
(US Forest Service Baltimore Field Station).

*B) The Effect of Urbanization on Riparian Spiders.*

Mentors: Dr. Christine Hawn (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Dr.
Emma Rosi (Cary Institute) and Dr. Chris Swan (University of Maryland
Baltimore County).



See detailed project descriptions below.



*For more information*: Contact Dr. Alan R. Berkowitz, BES Education Team
Leader, Phone: (845)-677-7600 ext. 311, Email: berkowi...@caryinstitute.org.



Please forward this email to students interested in doing independent
research in our unique setting.



Thanks!



*Detailed Project Descriptions:*



*A) Baltimore Old Forests Project.*



Mentors: Dr. John Lagrosa (Center for Urban Environmental Research and
Education (CUERE), University of Maryland Baltimore County) and Nancy Sonti
(US Forest Service Baltimore Field Station).



We are working to understand the relationships among people, communities,
and forests in Baltimore over the past 100 years. The distribution of
landscapes that seem like “nature” or “wilderness” are actually the result
of complex social histories. These insights will help contribute to local
agency and non-profit goals for a more equitable future urban forest
landscape for Baltimore City. The REU student will use several sources of
historical aerial imagery to characterize change in Baltimore City’s forest
cover over time (1926-27, 1937-38, 1952-53, 1964, and 1972). The student
will gain skills in archival research, georectification, and land use
classification using ArcGIS software. In addition, the student will have
the opportunity to analyze the resulting historical forest patch data
alongside other long-term social, economic, and ecological data sets for
insights into which forest patches have been relatively stable or dynamic,
and why. Finally, the student may work with scientists from the US Forest
Service and the University of Maryland Baltimore County to expand the
project onto a crowdsourced citizen science platform. Students with an
interest in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), forest ecology, history,
and/or citizen science are encouraged to apply.



*B) The Effect of Urbanization on Riparian Spiders.*



Mentors: Dr. Christine Hawn (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Dr.
Emma Rosi (Cary Institute) and Dr. Chris Swan (University of Maryland
Baltimore County).



Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) have been detected in a
variety of natural environments across the world. Although reported
concentrations are generally low, PPCPs can persist in the environment for
months to years. PPCPS are biologically active compounds that are designed
to influence specific functions and behaviors in target humans and animals.
The potential effects of active PPCPs in the environment on human and
environmental health are a major concern for groups like the World Health
Organization. BES researchers have detected PPCPs in Baltimore streams,
however, the extent of exposure throughout the urban environment is
unknown. The REU student will design a study to explore the effects of
urban stream subsidies on riparian spiders and examine the concentrations
of PPCPs in spiders, as indicators of the movement of these contaminants
from urban streams to terrestrial consumers.  The student will sample
tetragnathid spiders from streams along an urban rural gradient