[ECOLOG-L] PhD Position: Effects of fire and landscape disturbance on mule deer ecology and predator-prey community structure, British Columbia, Canada

[Sophie Gilbert]

We are seeking a PhD student to conduct research focused on how disturbance, 
especially 
fire, affects nutrition, predation, and competition for mule deer in southern 
British Columbia. 
This region once supported British Columbia’s most productive mule deer 
population, which 
has declined since the 1970s in spite of increasingly restrictive hunting 
regulations. Recent 
large-scale fires provide the rare opportunity for a landscape-scale experiment 
on how 
disturbance affects mule deer demography, resource selection, and community 
relationships.
The PhD student will help answer questions related to: 1) how landscape factors 
including 
disturbance affect community dynamics among predator and prey species at 
different 
temporal and spatial scales, and impacts on mule deer forage and exposure to 
predation; 2) 
how nutritional quality of habitat, competition, and predation impacts adult 
female fitness 
(body condition, survival, and reproductive performance) and fawn recruitment, 
and use these 
individual responses to understand population-level consequences of landscape 
change; and 
3) how deer respond at different temporal and spatial scales to the landscape 
of nutrition, 
predation risk, and competition, and what role fire and other disturbance plays 
in these 
processes.

The project team: The PhD student will be supervised by Dr. Sophie Gilbert 
(www.gilbertresearch.org) at the Department of 
Fish & 
Wildlife Sciences, University of Idaho, located in beautiful Moscow, Idaho. The 
student will be 
working within a broader team, including a PhD student based at the University 
of British 
Columbia – Okanagan Campus (with Dr. Adam Ford, Department of Biology, 
www.atford.weebly.com), as well as the BC 
Wildlife 
Federation (www.bcwf.net), wildlife managers from the 
British 
Columbia government, and the Okanagan Nation Alliance 
(www.syilx.org). The PhD student is expected to work 
collaboratively 
and to engage productively with stakeholders, fish and game clubs, provincial 
range and 
wildlife agencies, industry, and First Nations.

Desired qualifications for both candidates include a good theoretical 
understanding of large 
mammal ecology coupled with a spirit of curiosity/inquiry, the demonstrated 
ability to work 
well as part of a team in a rural environment, experience with or willingness 
to learn large 
mammal handling, camera trapping, VHF/GPS telemetry, plant identification, 4x4 
vehicle 
operation, wilderness first aid, coding in program R, GIS analyses, habitat 
selection, 
population modeling, and occupancy analysis. Required qualifications include a 
M.Sc. in 
ecology or related fields by Fall 2018, proficiency in English, and valid 
driver’s license and 
passport (or willingness to obtain a passport).

To apply for this position, please send a single pdf attachment (file name 
formatted as 
lastname_firstname_date.pdf) to 
sophiegilb...@uidaho.edu 
containing (1) a cover letter indicating reasons for desiring this position, 
past experiences in 
large mammal ecology including relevant field experience, and experience with 
teams and 
stakeholders/the public; (2) a recent CV; (3) copies of undergraduate  
graduate transcripts; (4) 
GRE scores for US applicants; and (5) contact information for three references. 
Please use the 
subject header “Mule deer PhD application”. The student will commence graduate 
studies in 
September 2018. Review of applications will begin March 12th.

[ECOLOG-L] Ecology of Bird Loss Project Forest Ecology Interns (2), Mariana Islands

[Haldre Rogers]

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Ecology of Bird Loss Project aims to understand the 
impact of bird loss on Guam’s forests as a result of the invasive brown 
treesnake, and in 
doing so, add to our knowledge about the importance of vertebrates for forest 
composition and structure. Currently, we are using comparisons and experiments 
on 
Guam and nearby islands where birds are still present to understand how birds 
shape 
the forest composition and structure through seed dispersal. For more 
information, see 
our website at http://bit.ly/eblintern. 

DUTIES: Interns will be responsible primarily for resurveying tagged forest 
plots, along 
with other tasks such as monitoring phenology, surveying tagged seedlings, and 
entering data. Interns will rotate between Saipan, Guam, and Rota, as needed 
for 
research. Each intern will have an opportunity to develop an independent side 
project. 
Note that this position does not involve research with birds; rather, it is a 
plant-focused 
position. 

REQUIREMENTS: The successful applicants must be responsible, pay attention to 
detail, work well individually and as part of a group, and be flexible. They 
must have 
experience in plant identification. Applicants must be able to work in high 
heat and 
humidity, walk over rough terrain, and tolerate the tedious, and at times 
monotonous, 
work necessary for all scientific endeavors. They must have some experience 
working 
with people that have different backgrounds than their own. A good sense of 
humor is 
always appreciated. They must be available for 9 months, starting in April or 
May 2018.

POSITION DETAILS: Each intern will receive a round-trip ticket from any major 
airport in 
the US to the Mariana Islands, housing on all islands, transportation, and a 
monthly 
stipend of $700. In addition, interns will receive valuable research experience 
in the 
fields of conservation biology and field ecology, and training that will help 
them to 
pursue a career in ecology (e.g. feedback on cover letters, CV's, and graduate 
fellowships; advice on applying to graduate school; experience reading 
scientific 
papers, etc.). 

TO APPLY: Email a single pdf document including a cover letter, resume, and 
contact 
information for 3 references to McKayla Spencer (ecologyofbirdl...@gmail.com). 
The 
subject line should read “EBL Intern Position”. The cover letter should 
describe your 
previous research experience, career goals, and why you are interested in this 
position. 
Applications must be submitted by Sunday, March 18, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Ecology/Environmental Biology/Evolution

[Christopher Howey]

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Department of Biology
The University of Scranton

The Biology Department of The University of Scranton is seeking applications
for a tenure-track
position at the level of Assistant Professor in ecology/environmental
biology/evolution to begin
August 2018. The area of specialization within these disciplines is open;
however, we are
particularly interested in applicants with expertise in evolutionary
ecology, behavioral ecology,
population ecology, microbial ecology, or molecular ecology. Applicants
should be able to
contribute to the Biology Department’s core courses as well as to the
Environmental Science
Program and will be expected to develop upper level courses in their
specialties. Excellence in
teaching and an active research program that involves mentoring
undergraduates is expected. A
Ph.D. is required by start date and postdoctoral experience is preferred.

The Biology Department is housed in a new state-of-the-art unified science
center,
http://www.scranton.edu/academics/sciencecenter. Visit
http://www.scranton.edu/academics/cas/biology/for more information about the
Biology Department
and
http://admissions.scranton.edu/academic-programs/majors-minors/programs/environmentalscience.
shtml for more information about the Environmental Science Major.

The University of Scranton is a regional institution of more than 5,000
undergraduate and graduate
students located in northeast Pennsylvania near the Pocono Mountains.
Recognized nationally for
the quality of its education, Scranton is one of the 28 Jesuit colleges and
universities in the United States. It is committed to providing liberal arts
education and strong professional and preprofessional programs in the
context of Ignatian educational principles, especially the care and
development of the whole person. Drawing on the strengths that have made it
a recognized leader in
the Northeast, Scranton is committed to a culture of scholarship and
excellence, and is moving into
the front ranks of American’s comprehensive universities.

The University of Scranton is, by tradition and choice, a Catholic and
Jesuit university. The
successful candidate will have an understanding of and commitment to the
mission and the goals of
Jesuit education. The University’s mission statement and a description of
the history and aims of the
Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at
http://www.scranton.edu/mission. The University is
committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and to
modeling an inclusive
campus community which values the expression of differences in ways that
promote excellence in
teaching, learning, personal and professional development, and institutional
success. In keeping with
this commitment, the University encourages applications from candidates with
diverse backgrounds.
The University of Scranton is an EOE employer/educator. We encourage women,
persons with
disabilities, veterans and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online at http://bit.ly/2oROedC. The
application must
include (1) a cover letter, (2) a current curriculum vitae, (3) a statement
of teaching philosophy (4) a
statement of research interests, (4) three letters of reference, and (5)
selected publications.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Robert Smith or
Dr. Janice Voltzow, Co-
Chairs of the Search Committee, via email at robert.sm...@scranton.edu and
janice.volt...@scranton.edu. Review of applications will begin March 23,
2018, and will continue
until the position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Field Biologists for Marbled Murrelet Surveys in Oregon

[Turnstone Environmental]

Turnstone is currently hiring multiple field biologists and field crew 
leaders to conduct surveys for the marbled murrelet, a threatened 
species of seabird that nests primarily in coastal old growth forests. 
These positions are considered full-time seasonal. Surveys will be on 
federal, state and private lands in Oregon. Marbled murrelet surveys 
follow an exacting protocol, and surveyors will be required to work 
independently during pre-dawn hours in remote areas. The work involves 
extensive travel, hiking off-trail in the dark (occasionally long 
distances), navigating forest terrain, and enduring regular periods of 
inclement weather.

Surveyor will be stationed in one of several communities in western 
Oregon, to include Corvallis, Tillamook, Nehalem, or Coquille areas (see 
additional details on Coquille below). Positions begin mid-April and run 
through August 5, with the possibility of extension and/or earlier start 
depending on project needs. Training and surveyor certification will be 
held in Northern California prior to the start of surveys. Opportunities 
to work on other projects after the end of the murrelet season may be 
available for the excellent employee.

Salary is $2200-3100/month, depending on experience. Housing is provided 
in most areas, depending on the project, with the potential for 
occasional camping. A company-owned work vehicle will be provided; 
surveyors that use a personal vehicle for project activities will be 
reimbursed via a monthly stipend of $750.

Coquille Position(s): One or more positions will be located in southern 
Oregon, in or around the Coquille area. These positions require 
especially frequent strenuous physical activity, including extensive 
backcountry hiking in steep and brushy terrain and regular backcountry 
camping. Ideal candidates for these positions will be extremely 
comfortable working in the woods on their own and have a high level of 
physical fitness. Due to the nature of these positions, salaries will 
range from $2450-$3100, depending on experience.


Minimum Requirements:
Applicants should have a completed B.S. degree in wildlife biology or a 
closely-related field. A minimum of one year of field experience is 
strongly preferred. Marbled murrelet experience is not required if the 
applicant has strong field skills, basic bird identification skills, and 
an interest in avian biology. A portion of the daily work is predawn, 
and can be physically and mentally demanding. An ideal candidate will 
possess all of the following characteristics:

- A consistent track record of working in a safe and efficient manner.
- Excellent field skills: orienteering, GPS, map-reading skills.
- An ability to tackle the rigors of field work and comfortable hiking 
alone in off-trail terrain in the dark and/or inclement weather.
- Working knowledge of western bird identification by sight and sound.
- The ability and willingness to spend long hours in the field and work 
odd hours, including early morning.
- Integrity, quality, and accuracy in adhering to scientific protocols.
- The ability to record accurate, legible and reliable field data.
- Flexible, detail-oriented, resourceful, and comfortable working 
independently or as part of a team.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to navigate forest roads and 
operate a 4WD vehicle.
- Applicants must have normal vision and hearing, with required proof 
(hearing test results) to be submitted prior to the start of work.

To Apply:
To apply, please complete an application through the following link: 
http://bit.ly/2oKyWbm

EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. These positions will remain 
open until filled, but application review and hiring is underway.

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Assistant: Conservation Biological Control and Sustainable Agriculture

[David Branson]

Summer Research Assistant: Conservation Biological Control and Sustainable
Agriculture

Title: Biological Science Aide  Series: 0404  Grade: GS2 or GS3 Vacancy
Announcement Number: Seasonal L/A  Location: USDA-ARS Northern Plains
Agricultural Research Lab, Sidney, Montana

Job Description/Duties: The USDA, Agriculture Research Service, Northern
Plains Agriculture Research Laboratory in Sidney, MT is seeking an
enthusiastic and hardworking individual to serve as a biological science
aide on projects examining the influence of landscape structure and crop
diversity on pest insects and their natural enemies (e.g. ladybeetles,
parasitoid wasps).  The research is focused on developing
ecologically-based, sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches to
pest management in agricultural systems.  This position will involve a
mixture of field work (~50%), and lab work to sort samples and identify
insect pests and their natural enemies (~50%).  The successful candidate
will gain hands on experience with insect field sampling methods, set up and
maintenance of field experiments and insect rearing and identification
techniques, as well as the chance to work with the diverse insect fauna
associated with cropping systems in a team oriented research environment.

Salary: $11.68 (GS-2) or $12.74 (GS-3) per hour depending on experience and
education. The candidate will receive overtime pay when working above the
base work schedule of 40 hours a week.  Housing is not covered, but
dorm-style shared housing is available on location for ~$148 per month,
including utilities.

Dates: May-September 2018 (this is a 16-week appointment with the
possibility of extension).  Please specify your available start and end
dates in your application.

Qualifications: The candidate must be a US citizen, with a valid driver’s
license.  Additionally, the candidate should be physically fit, and
comfortable spending time outside in uncomfortable field conditions (hot,
biting insects etc.). Willingness to work long days, and weekends when
necessary is also a must. Undergraduate course work in ecology or
entomology, and previous field and lab work experience is preferred but not
required.

Application process: Please send cover letter, resume and names and contact
information of two references (electronically) in a single file to Dr.
Tatyana Rand (tatyana.r...@ars.usda.gov).

Open Period: Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled. For more information on our research program
visit our website at www.ars.usda.gov/npa/nparl or contact us directly.

USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodation:  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any
part of the application and hiring process, or have questions regarding
reasonable accommodation and/or accessibility for any part of the
application and hiring process, please contact the Disability Program
Manager on 202-720-6161 or through the DC Relay Service on 202-855-1234 (TDD).

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in freshwater conservation biology

[Thomas Neeson]

 PhD position in freshwater conservation biology 
A PhD position is available in the lab of Dr. Thomas Neeson at the 
University of Oklahoma, beginning August 2018. The student will join an 
interdisciplinary team developing landscape-scale conservation science, 
strategies and tools for navigating trade-offs between societal water 
usage and ecosystem outcomes in the Red River. Research activities will 
include: forecasting freshwater ecosystems under future climate and 
water availability scenarios; quantifying trade-offs between societal 
needs for water and instream flows; and working with conservation 
practitioners to identify cost-effective conservation strategies that 
balance societal water needs and ecosystem outcomes. Applicants should 
have a genuine interest in agency/NGO outreach, as well as a desire to 
make contributions to conservation science that are transferable to 
other ecosystems. Strong candidates will have experience with (or a 
desire to learn) GIS, spatial data analysis, excellent verbal and 
written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate within an 
interdisciplinary team. The student will be based in the Department of 
Geography & Environmental Sustainability at OU, a growing department 
with five faculty hires in the last three years. To learn more about our 
lab, visit http://bit.ly/2FgYffh. To apply, send a single PDF with CV, 
unofficial transcripts and GRE scores, a brief statement of research 
interests and goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. 
Thomas Neeson (nee...@ou.edu). Please apply by March 12 for full 
consideration.

[ECOLOG-L] Amazonian Research Training: Community Disease Ecology

[Mrinalini Erkenswick Watsa]

Research Assistantship Program: http://bit.ly/2D36A01
Program dates: May 27 – July 30, 2018
Application deadline: April 15, 2018
Minimum commitment: 4 weeks
Start dates: June 3 or July 1

Community Disease Ecology: FPI's disease ecology program launched in 2012 and is 
now one of the most comprehensive studies of gastrointestinal parasites in South 
America. We use microscopic and genetic tools to evaluate parasite infections in 
noninvasively collected fecal samples. Parasite infections reflect environmental 
change, community interaction, animal behavior, and population stability. With 
baseline data on parasites from 11 primate species at our field site, we can monitor if 
and how climate change may be altering parasite-host relationships. Those joining this 
program will help us collect longitudinal data on the local primate assemblage, as well 
as usher in data from new taxonomic groups. Among the many questions we hope to 
tackle with these data, our goal is to expose new ecological linkages between 
Neotropical animals.

Qualifications: This project is open to applicants of any background. Since this is a 
training program, field experience is helpful but not required.

Participants will be required to obtain the following vaccinations: Typhoid, yellow fever, 
and tetanus. In addition, proof of health insurance coverage while at the field station is 
mandatory.

Applicants must complete an application and provide two references before the 
interview process begins. Enrollment will remain open until May 1st, or until all slots 
are filled.

At the end of the program, research assistants will be able to:
*Track primates by movement and vocalizations, as well as radio telemetry
*Work off trail systems, and conduct full-day follows
*Conduct behavioral observations on known-individuals (scan and focal animal 
sampling)
*Record data on feeding ecology
*Correctly sex individual primates
*Collect GPS data on species movements to create a large, overarching primate 
movement database
*Demonstrate proficiency in collecting and storing primate fecal samples in field 
conditions, including participating in downstream applications like endocrinology and 
parasite analyses
*Input sample and movement information into databases for further analyses

Eligibility
*We are currently recruiting participants with the following requirements.  If you are 
uncertain if you are eligible, to confirm.
*Must be at least 18 years of age by the time the training program begins
*Demonstrate a grounding or strong interest in zoology, biology, or anthropology
*Previous field experience is not required, but previous research experience (either 
outdoors or in the laboratory) will be a plus
*Must be able to justify why this program is important to them and what they hope to 
gain from it
*Able to provide a letter of recommendation from a source that can substantiate the 
participant’s experience and skills
*Unafraid of insects, reptiles and the jungle in general
*Must be in good physical condition, with the capability to walk 4 miles a day while 
carrying field equipment
*Participants will not be discriminated against for medical conditions they might have 
if we determine that being on this project will not pose an immediate risk to their 
health.
*Willingness to adjust your schedule to primate daily activity patterns. This can require 
waking up early, sometimes by 5 am, and going to bed early.
*Due to the nature of the work and weather constraints, participants MUST be willing 
to be flexible about their days off. Assistants will typically have one day off per week; 
however, we cannot guarantee a set schedule each week.
*Participants must sign waivers of liability for this project and for the field station 
before their participation in the project is finalized
*Participants must be willing to maintain long hours in the field, but also return to 
complete data entry in the evenings
*Assistants will have the opportunity during days off to explore various attractions at 
the field site, such as searching for the resident anaconda at Pozo Don Pedro or 
looking for endangered giant river otters at Cocha Lobo.

The $450/week program fee for this program covers:

- All food and lodging at the field station
- Travel to the field station from Puerto Maldonado and back (approximately 6 hours)
- The use and maintenance of specialized equipment (telemeters, GPS, etc.)
- Personalized instruction from principal investigators and field team leaders

Application Deadline: April 15, 2018 - first come first serve
Appeals to majors: Anthropology, Evolutionary Biology, Veterinary Science.
Training areas: Sample collection and preservation, off-trail navigation, telemetry, 
land-use mapping, census data collection.

Research Assistantship Program: http://bit.ly/2D36A01
Program dates: May 27 – July 30, 2018
Application deadline: April 15, 2018
Minimum commitment: 4 weeks
Start dates: June 3 or July 1

[ECOLOG-L] Genomics in the Amazon: Field Course

[Mrinalini Erkenswick Watsa]

Course application link: http://bit.ly/2DjiOWx
Application deadline: May 1, 2018
Scholarships available: http://bit.ly/2F50wGf

Course Description
Biological research is turning to genetic research methods for a deeper look into the 
factors that encode behavior and physiology. We use genetic techniques to determine 
species delimitations, define populations, understand mating systems, explain 
behavioral differences in foraging efficiency, screen for disease, conduct paternity 
studies, evaluate immune status and functioning, and explore microbiome diversity… 
and these are just a few examples of the full breadth of the field as applied to wildlife 
biology.  The field of genetics is revolutionizing biological research, and in the past few 
years we have even witnessed the successful deployment of instruments that enable 
molecular work to be conducted ‘on-the-fly’ and in the field. These new tools are 
minimizing the hassles and barriers associated with transporting samples around the 
world to distant labs that possess the equipment and resources to extract, amplify, 
and sequence DNA. In many ways, this new technology is democratizing wildlife 
research by empowering field scientists all around the world with genetic tools to 
directly advance their research and conservation initiatives.

This course will take you to the Peruvian Amazon, where you will learn how field 
research is conducted, assist in sample collection, and then actually extract, amplify, 
sequence, and interpret genetic data to answer several practical research questions 
about wildlife ecology and natural history.  It will take place at the Inkaterra Field 
Guides Station, which is the site of the Green Lab, the world’s first tropical rainforest 
molecular genetics laboratory. You will go from sample collection to sequence analysis 
directly in the rainforest. This course is will provide an introduction to next-generation 
primatologists and biologists, who will gain not only the skills requisite for field 
research but the technical know-how to employ genetic research tools in the field.   

Research Topics
In this course, we will focus on three specific cases in which cutting-edge genomics 
can help us solve mysteries common to wildlife research in the field. The ultimate goal 
of all of these projects will be to use a MinION, a USB-sized powerful sequencer that is 
revolutionizing how we do genomics in some of the craziest places on the planet.

The MinION has been used to:

*do whole-genome sequencing to identify species with PCRs in under 40 minutes and 
whole genome amplification in under 100 minutes
*conduct real-time DNA sequencing in a remote rainforest by a course instructor
*sequence DNA offline in the Antarctic and even on the International Space Station in 
outerspace!

We will study three specific cases (class size and time permitting):
*DNA fingerprinting
*The effects of captivity on microbiome diversity
*Environmental DNA

We will try to answer a few additional questions with all case studies:
*Can we use the What’s In My Pot (WIMP) workflow to accurately classify these 
species to a reference database in real-time for all of the case studies?
*How many different kinds of samples can we multiplex at one go on a MinION?
*Does the choice of DNA extraction kit affect the outcome?
*Does the length of time we let the MinION run affect the accuracy of our species 
identifications?

Course Highlights: 
*Explore one of the most biodiverse areas in the world – lowland Amazon rainforest. 
*Hike over a quarter of a mile on the iconic Inkaterra Rainforest Canopy Walkway, 98 
feet above the ground.
*Track three (or more!) primate species to noninvasively collect biological samples for 
DNA barcoding in the lab
*Identify plants by morphological characteristics and DNA barcoding techniques
*Visit a wildlife rehabilitation center to collect biological samples from captive exotic 
animals for comparison to the microbiomes of their wild counterparts 
*Manage a molecular genetics field laboratory in the Peruvian Amazon’s first such 
venture
*Conduct parasitological screening in wild and captive primates 
*Visit Colpa Chuncho, a spectacular clay lick located within the 1000+ square-mile 
Tambopata National Reserve that attracts large numbers of several bird species, 
including scarlet macaws and toucans
*Stay on after the field course and visit iconic archaeological sites such as Machhu 
Picchu. 

Course application link: http://bit.ly/2DjiOWx
Application deadline: May 1, 2018
Scholarships available: http://bit.ly/2F50wGf

[ECOLOG-L] Multi-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ecological Modeling at University of Connecticut

[Morgan Tingley]

*Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecological Modeling and Global Change *

*Job Summary*: The Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the
University of Connecticut, in collaboration with UNC-Chapel Hill and
Georgetown University, invites applications for a multi-year NSF-funded
Postdoctoral Fellow to work on spatio-temporal patterns and ecological
consequences of phenological mismatch across three trophic levels. Funded
by NSF’s Macrosystems Biology program, the project seeks to quantify
ecological patterns of phenological asynchrony between plants, Lepidoptera,
and birds, and to explore demographic consequences of mismatch. The Fellow
will join a highly collaborative and dynamic group of researchers across 8
North American institutions. For further information, see <
http://bit.ly/2oJV5X1>.

*Primary responsibilities* will include: building spatio-temporal models of
phenological events across North America; using mark-recapture data in an
integrated modeling framework to explore demographic responses to mismatch
of phenophases; collaborating closely with climate, vegetation, and insect
teams across multiple institutions; and assisting in curation of data
products and associated bioinfomatic resources. All project data would be
available to the postdoc to develop their own analyses for publication in
peer-reviewed scientific journals in accordance with project goals. The
postdoc would report to Dr. Morgan Tingley and would be hosted at the
University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT.

*Qualifications*: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in biology or a closely
related field, experience in ecological models of occurrence, abundance,
and mark-recapture, and expertise in statistical analyses using R. Preferred
candidates will additionally have: experience with ecological “big data”;
advanced statistical and programming skills including the creation of R
packages, and knowledge of python and SQL; demonstrated commitment to
reproducible and open science; prior success in Team Science scenarios; and
a strong track record of peer-reviewed publication.

*Application Details*: This position is based at the Storrs campus of the
University of Connecticut and includes competitive salary and health
benefits. This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed-term position, with an
initial 3-month probationary period. Reappointment is available for up to 3
years, conditional on satisfactory performance.  The position will begin on
or after 1 June 2018. Interested candidates should send (1) an email
describing their research interests and qualifications along with (2) a CV,
(3) 1-2 representative publications, and (4) a list of 3 references to
Morgan Tingley (morgan.tingley[AT]uconn.edu).


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*The University of Connecticut (UCONN) has been one of the nation’s leading
public institutions since its founding in 1881. Located in Storrs, UConn’s
main campus is situated in the picturesque rolling forests and fields
quintessential of New England, yet is only 30 minutes from Hartford, and
has close connections to Providence, Boston and New York. The Department of
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology consists of over 30 faculty and 60
graduate students with research spanning nearly all major groups of
organisms. The Department maintains close ties with the Departments of
Physiology and Neurobiology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Marine Sciences,
and Natural Resources Management and Engineering, as well as the Center for
Environmental Sciences and Engineering, which together comprise one of the
largest groups of biologists in the Northeast. As an Affirmative
Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications
from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally
underrepresented populations.*

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: University of Maryland Sustainable Insect Management

[Kelly Hamby]

A postdoctoral position is available within the Department of Entomology at the 
University of Maryland to develop sustainable insect management programs in 
small fruit 
or agronomic crops. The successful candidate will be able to design and carry 
out their 
own experiments within the lab's ongoing projects in agronomic or small fruit 
cropping 
systems. Basic and applied research interests that include integrated pest 
management, 
invasive species, and insect-microorganism interactions would best fit current 
and future 
research directions within the Hamby research group. The successful candidate 
will be 
expected to analyze and publish data, initiate and manage both field and 
laboratory 
projects, compose grants, and will be expected to travel to field sites. 
Professional 
development opportunities such as management of grants and student supervision 
will 
be provided. This position will be located on the University of Maryland 
College Park 
campus. This is a term-limited position with the option to renew, depending on 
performance and availability of funding.

For more information visit: http://bit.ly/2FnNmrt

[ECOLOG-L] Recruiting Interns, Hubbard Brook and Bartlett Experimental Forests

[Forest Ecology]

Undergraduates seeking research experience in forest ecology are invited to 
apply for a 10-week expense-paid internship at Bartlett, Jeffers Brook, and 
Hubbard Brook Experimental Forests in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

About the Project:  Multiple Element Limitation in Northern Hardwood 
Ecosystems (MELNHE) is an NSF-funded project that seeks to examine the 
limits to forest productivity in the context of resource optimization 
theory. Experimental tests of N and P limitation in temperate forest systems 
are few, and those few have been short-term with very high rates of 
fertilization. In 2011 we began long-term low-level additions of N, P, and 
N+P in 13 forest stands distributed across three sites in the White Mountain 
National Forest of New Hampshire. At Bartlett Experimental Forest, which is 
underlain by granite, we have three young, three mid aged, and three mature 
stands. At both Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest, on granodiorite, and 
Jeffers Brook on amphibolite (metamorphosed basalt), we have one mature and 
one mid-aged forest stand. Each stand has four plots treated annually with N 
(30 kg N/ha/yr as NH4NO3), P (10 kg P/ha/yr as NaH2PO4), both N and P, and 
control. These treatments allow us to test for NP co-limitation and to 
challenge balanced forest nutrition and thereby induce mechanisms that 
maintain co-limitation.  More information on the project is available at 
http://bit.ly/melnhe, including a blog from previous field crews.

Internship Description:  Interns will be guided in the design of their 
research projects and will interact closely with graduate students and 
senior research scientists.  Research projects could include the effects of 
nutrient addition on fine and woody litter production, seed rain, tree water 
use (sap flow), soil respiration, and canopy spectral properties, which 
involves ground truthing remotely sensed tree crown locations. Interns will 
gain a wide variety of skills by assisting in all ongoing projects.  Interns 
have the opportunity to present their results at the annual Hubbard Brook 
Cooperators Meeting in July. Interns are provided with shared housing at 
Bartlett Experimental Forest; tenting is optional.  Work days typically 
begin at 8:00 and end at 4:30, but may be shorter or longer depending upon 
the day’s activities.  Food is prepared communally by the interns and 
graduate student researchers, and costs generally run between $5-6 per day. 
A stipend of $200 per week is provided for living expenses. 

Desired Qualifications:  Ideal applicants will have a strong interest in 
forest biology, ecology, or biogeochemistry.  Undergraduate students and 
recent graduates will be considered.  A positive attitude is important and a 
sense of humor is a plus.  Willingness to work and live in a communal 
setting is critical. Candidates should be able to perform repetitive tasks 
with attention to detail in a field setting under adverse conditions.  
Applicants should be flexible in their expectations, but an estimated 
breakdown of the summer is: 60% fieldwork, 15% lab work, 10% data 
management, and 15% research proposals and reports of independent projects.

To Apply:  Please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information 
for three references to Alex Young, aryo...@syr.edu. Interested students 
should apply by Friday, March 9th, but applications will be accepted until 
the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which 
they are received. The field season will begin on June 4 (arrive June 3) and 
end on August 10 (depart on August 11).

[ECOLOG-L] Coweeta LTER Summer REU Project with A.D. Rosemond and S.J. Wenger, University of Georgia

[Seth Wenger]

We are seeking enthusiastic and qualified applicants for a summer Research 
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position based in Athens, Georgia. This 
project will focus on quantifying patterns in stream temperature in the 
Little Tennessee River (LTR) watershed in western North Carolina. The 
student will be involved with collecting, organizing, and synthesizing 
temperature data from the LTR, working with sensor data from current 
thermistor deployments and helping to facilitate additional deployment of 
sensors by citizen scientists with the nonprofits Trout Unlimited and Main 
Spring Conservation Trust (MSCT). The student will use spatial statistical 
models to explain observed temperatures using variables such as canopy 
cover, slope, and air temperature. These data layers will also serve as the 
basis for habitat suitability maps for brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) 
and other species of interest. The student will likely attend the Little 
Tennessee River Watershed Conference to be held June 16th, 2018. This 
project is part of a larger collaborative project investigating the effects 
of stream warming on detritus-based ecosystems. The student may have the 
opportunity to assist with various other aspects of this project as well. 

The position runs from May 30 to August 8 (dates slightly flexible) and 
includes a competitive stipend. Applicants must be current undergraduate 
students who are planning on continuing full-time enrollment in fall 
semester, 2018. GIS experience is required. Interested applicants should 
email a resume (including relevant coursework and any prior research 
experience), a cover letter describing how the REU activities align with 
their training and career goals, and a list of three references to Dr. Amy 
Rosemond: rosem...@uga.edu. Please put ‘Summer REU’ in the subject line. The 
deadline for applying is Monday, April 2nd.

Project Evaluation and Reporting: Deliverables and documentation of learning 
outcomes from this study will include 1) a written report on the findings by 
the student and 2) weekly meetings to discuss research, knowledge of ecology 
and aquatic ecology and plans for the future with mentors, and 3) additional 
writing and reflection. The participant will be encouraged to present their 
research findings at an undergraduate research conference.

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Assistant Positions in the Northwest Territories

[Katherine Standen]

Summer Research Assistant Positions in the Northwest Territories, Canada

There are research assistant positions available through Wilfrid Laurier 
University’s Forest Ecology Research Group (www.forestecology.ca) as 
part of an ongoing partnership with the Government of the Northwest 
Territories (http://www.wlu.ca/research/LaurierNWT). We are looking for 
motivated, energetic individuals to contribute to ongoing research 
projects in sub-arctic, boreal forest research sites in the Northwest 
Territories. Positions would involve working on a diverse range of 
projects studying plant community responses to climate change and other 
environmental changes in northern ecosystems, as well as understanding 
ecological processes underlying changing fire regimes in the boreal 
forest. During the field season (early June to late August 2017), these 
positions would require travel to various remote research sites, often 
requiring summer-long field campaigns. The ideal candidates would have 
experience with field work as well as logistics and planning experience. 

Research assistantship details: 

-All field assistants will be required to spend ~3 months the Northwest 
Territories conducting field research. 
-Assistants will be provided a summer stipend in addition to travel 
between Waterloo and the field site(s) and food and accommodation while 
in the field.
-Individual research assistant projects may be developed prior to 
departure for the field site for the appropriate candidates.
Qualifications

Interested individuals should have the following general qualifications:

-Have completed or be in process of completing a science-based 
university program (preferably in ecology or environmental sciences)
-Fluency in English
-Experience camping and/or backpacking, preferably in remote settings
-Valid driver’s license
-Experience with plant identification or soil sampling would be 
beneficial

Interested students should contact:

Dr. Jennifer Baltzer
Biology Department
75 University Ave., Waterloo, ON, N2L 3C5, Canada
Email: jbalt...@wlu.ca

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: MichiganStateUniveristy_Adaptation/Evolution_of_insect_parasitoids

[Szucs, Marianna]

Postdoctoral Position in Rapid Evolution of Insect Parasitoids

The biological control laboratory of Dr. Szucs at Michigan State University at 
the Department of Entomology invites applications for a postdoctoral position 
studying contemporary adaptation and evolution of insect parasitoids in 
response to changing biotic and abiotic conditions. The aim of the research is 
to improve biological control programs that use parasitoids and to better 
understand the potential of insects for rapid evolutionary responses in 
general. The research will involve both field and laboratory components, and if 
the successful candidate is interested and qualified there may be opportunities 
to combine laboratory experiments with quantitative genetic and genomics 
approaches. Collaborators on the project include Drs. Larry Gut and Matt 
Grieshop from Michigan State University.
Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in evolutionary biology, entomology, 
ecology or related field and a successful publication record. The ideal 
candidate will have experience working with hymenopteran parasitoids but 
applicants with a strong evolutionary background who are willing to learn 
identification and handling of parasitoids will be considered as well. 
Desirable qualifications include experience conducting research on experimental 
evolution, working with insect host-parasite systems, expertise in statistical 
analysis, strong organizational skills, and interest in mentoring undergraduate 
research. The work will involve field collection of parasitoids and their hosts 
that may require climbing smaller trees or ladders. Field collections will take 
place across Michigan and possibly in other states, thus candidates should 
possess a valid driver's license.
The initial appointment is for one year with potential for renewal for an 
additional 1.5 years. It is a full-time, benefited position with a salary of 
$47,500 and health insurance. Review of applications will begin immediately 
until a suitable candidate is found. The position begins in June/July 2018. 
Inquiries about the position can be directed to Marianna Szucs, 
szucs...@msu.edu. Candidates should submit a cover 
letter describing research interests and carrier goals, curriculum vitae, names 
and contact information for three references and two representative 
publications online following the link below:
http://bit.ly/MSU_CAREERS

[ECOLOG-L] Looking for images (with appropriate permits) of Burmese amber extraction, etc.

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

Looking for images (with appropriate permits) of Burmese amber extraction,
etc.

Dear Colleagues:

Several colleagues and I are completing a paper on Burmese amber. We are
looking for beautiful images that are free to use (with permits, etc.)
showing the extraction and other steps in the processing of the amber.
While we have found many images on the web (and others have "promised"
images), nobody has yet provided images with permission.

If you have constructive suggestions (or images), please email me directly.

blayjo...@gmail.com

Gratefully,

Jorge

Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD
blaypublishers.com

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[ECOLOG-L] Lecturer, Ecology and Biodiversity Towson University

[Vaness B. Beauchamp]

The Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics invites
applications for a non-renewable, non-tenure track, Lecturer position in the
Department of Biological Sciences beginning August 2018. Applicants must
have an M.S. in Biology or a related field and possess a strong commitment
to excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will teach four 3 credit
courses per semester which will include an upper level general ecology class
and an introductory course that either focuses on ecology and evolution
(BIOL 202) or phylogenetics and biodiversity (BIOL 208). Preference will be
given to applicants who also have the background to teach an upper level
course in Limnology. Review of applications begins immediately and continues
until the position is filled. Send, electronically, a letter of application
describing qualifications a teaching statement describing previous teaching
experience, and copies of graduate transcripts, as well as have two letters
of reference, sent to Dr. Vanessa Beauchamp  (vbeauch...@towson.edu). For
more information, go to http://bit.ly/2I7s2F1

[ECOLOG-L] Nine New Workshops from AASHE's Centers for Sustainability Across the Curriculum

[Daita Serghi]

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to the following workshops organized by AASHE 
Centers for Sustainability Across the Curriculum 
.
 These events are designed to accelerate the infusion of sustainability content 
into the curriculum by increasing the availability and accessibility of 
sustainably focused professional development opportunities. Find an event 

 near you!

Upcoming workshops include:

What: Infusing Sustainability Across the Curriculum, Spring 2018 

Where: Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ
When: March 9 - 12 | Register by March 7
Contact person: Ashwani Vasishth 
In this two-day workshop, participants will explore how best to permeate 
sustainability, very broadly defined, across the higher education curriculum. 
Participants will also work to transform a specific syllabus. Registration 
covers materials and lunch for both days. Register now 
.
 

What: Online Workshop - Sustainability Across the Curriculum 

Where: Online 
When: March 19 - April 22 | Register by March 19
Contact person: Michelle Zurawski 
This online event is designed for higher education instructors wishing to 
infuse issues of sustainability (ecological stability, social equity and 
economic vitality) into their curriculum regardless of the discipline. 
Sustainability issues cross all disciplines and the intent of this course is to 
identify those areas of intersection. Effective assessment of critical thinking 
skills, collaboration, creativity and the ability to analyze, discuss and 
create solutions to real-world sustainability problems will be explored. 
Register now 
.

What: Grand Challenges of Conservation: Western Science & Indigenous Wisdom  

Where: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
When: May 14 - 16 | Register by May 1
Contact person: Krista Hiser 
The Grand Challenges of Conservation combines Education for Sustainability and 
Science Education for New Civic Engagements and Responsibilities (SENCER) to 
design project-based curriculum with an emphasis on learning outcomes 
assessment, place-based learning, and meeting of wisdoms between Western 
Science & Indigenous Wisdoms. Save the Date, registration will open after March 
15.

What: Sustainability Across the Curriculum Workshop at Colorado College 

Where: Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO 
When: May 17 - 18 | Apply and register by April 13
Contact person: Ian Johnson 
This workshop is designed to help faculty develop an outline or course module 
that broadens the 

[ECOLOG-L] Career Fairs and Grad Fair Nights for Marine/Atmospheric Sciences?

[MPS RSMAS]

Good morning,

I wanted to check in and see if any of you all knew of Career nights or
Graduate Fairs specifically for Marine Science or Atmospheric Sciences?
There are tons of Career Fairs/Graduate School Fairs that are out there,
but very few (if any) specific to these fields from a quick Google search.
I wanted to know if any of you know of these that exist (who and where)
and/or if you have helped to host one, was it worth it? Thank you all so
much!!

Josh Coco, Ed. D.

Executive Director, RSMAS

Tel: (305) 421.4002

Fax: (305) 421.4711

Direct: jc...@rsmas.miami.edu <%20jc...@rsmas.miami.edu>



University of Miami

RSMAS Campus – 105C

*4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
*

*Miami, FL 33149-1031
*

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Faculty Job Postings for UNB Saint John

[Jeff Houlahan]

Dear ECOLOGers, please find two job ads for assistant professor listed below.  
We will begin reviewing applications this week but the preliminaries will take 
a few weeks so there is still time to get applications in.   Jeff Houlahan


DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
FACULTY OF SCIENCE, APPLIED SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of New Brunswick Saint 
John invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant 
Professor level, beginning preferably July 1, 2018. The position is subject to 
final budgetary approval.
The successful candidate will be a Marine Microbiologist with research 
interests in the evolution, ecology, physiology, biodiversity and/or 
biochemistry of marine micro-organisms including bacteria, archaea, viruses, 
fungi and/or protists.
Qualifications include a PhD degree and clear evidence of strong research 
ability, as the successful candidate will be expected to establish an 
externally funded research program and be involved in supervision of BSc 
(Honors) and graduate (MSc and PhD) students. She/he will also be expected to 
contribute to the development and activity of a new regional research 
initiative in Coastal Studies, which is led by the Department. The successful 
candidate will be responsible for teaching three undergraduate courses 
annually, two Introductory Microbiology courses (to Biology and Nursing 
students) and one upper-level course in their area of expertise, potentially 
during our Marine Semester at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre in St. 
Andrews, NB. UNB Saint John has a strong commitment to teaching, and a 
demonstrated excellence in teaching will be an asset.
The Department of Biological Sciences offers 4-year BSc degrees in Marine 
Biology, Biology, Environmental Biology, and Biology-Psychology. It has 17 
faculty members with research expertise in marine biology, evolution, ecology, 
physiology, geology, natural products chemistry, aquaculture, fisheries, 
environmental biology and biodiversity. For more information, visit the 
Departmental website: http://bit.ly/2Fmu0TB. The candidate will also have the 
opportunity to develop collaborations with the Canadian Rivers Institute, the 
DFO St. Andrews Biological Station, and the Huntsman Marine Science Centre.

Applicants are requested to submit electronically (preferably as a single PDF) 
a curriculum vitae, the names and addresses (e-mail and telephone number) of 
three referees, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching 
philosophy, and up to three reprints of recent publications to:
Dr. Rémy Rochette, Chair of Biological Sciences
Email: sjb...@unb.ca
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2018 and will continue until the 
position is filled.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and 
permanent residents will be given priority.  Applicants should indicate their 
current citizenship status.





DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
FACULTY OF SCIENCE, APPLIED SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of New Brunswick Saint 
John invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant 
Professor level, beginning preferably July 1, 2018. The position is subject to 
final budgetary approval.
The successful candidate will be a Marine Biochemist or Marine Biogeochemist 
with research interests at the chemistry-biology interface of marine organisms 
and environments, such as marine ecotoxicology, marine chemical pollution and 
eutrophication, natural products chemistry, chemical oceanography, as well as 
carbon sequestration and climate change.
Qualifications include a PhD degree and clear evidence of strong research 
ability, as the successful candidate will be expected to establish an 
externally funded research program and be involved in supervision of BSc 
(Honors) and graduate (MSc and PhD) students. She/he will also be expected to 
contribute to the development and activity of a new regional research 
initiative in Coastal Studies, which is led by the Department. The successful 
candidate will be responsible for teaching three undergraduate courses 
annually, Introductory Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, and an upper-level 
courses in their area of expertise, potentially during our Marine Semester at 
the Huntsman Marine Science Centre in St. Andrews, NB. UNB Saint John has a 
strong commitment to teaching, and a demonstrated excellence in teaching will 
be an asset.
The Department of Biological Sciences offers 4-year BSc degrees in Marine 
Biology, Biology, Environmental Biology, and Biology-Psychology. It has 17 
faculty members with research expertise in marine biology, evolution, ecology, 
physiology, geology, natural products chemistry, aquaculture, fisheries, 
environmental biology and biodiversity. For more information, visit the 
Departmental website: http://bit.ly/2Fmu0TB. The candidate will also have the 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Environmental Biologist Consultant at Kentucky Division of Water

[Colin Arnold]

The Kentucky Division of Water is seeking to hire an Environmental 
Biologist Consultant to coordinate reservoir or stream water quality 
monitoring in the state and perform taxonomic identifications. Prior 
experience in limnology or the identification of benthic 
macroinvertebrates or phytoplankton is beneficial. This position involves 
significant field and laboratory components. It is located in Frankfort, 
KY. The starting salary is $38,770.08 for a 37.5 hour work week. Position 
closes on 3/20/18.
 
To learn more about the positions and apply, interested applicants will 
need to go to the following web site:
 
http://bit.ly/60074BR

Job title: Environmental Biologist Consultant
Agency: Energy and Environment Cabinet
Work week: 37.5
County: Franklin
Register #60074BR