[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduate Positions in Alaska
We are seeking enthusiastic undergraduate researchers interested in summer field research in Alaska for two Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) positions in the Bret-Harte and Ruess labs at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Our overall research objective is to understand the consequences of potential future changes in arctic vegetation for arctic ecosystems and the rest of the world. In this project, we are focusing on the mechanisms by which increasing abundance of large deciduous shrubs in tundra ecosystems may alter the near-surface cycling of C and N, and feedbacks to further vegetation change. You will assist with fieldwork in arctic tundra and laboratory work consisting of tasks such as plant sorting and data entry. You will collaborate closely with the principal investigator, graduate students, and technicians to develop an independent research project of your own that will build on the ongoing research, and will present your work at an informal symposium at the Toolik Field Station. In addition, you will attend weekly seminars on the research at the station. One student will be based at the Toolik Field Station, north of the Brooks Range in arctic Alaska (http://toolik.alaska.edu), which is the focus of research by nearly >100 scientists who work on a variety of terrestrial and aquatic ecology projects. The other student will be based in Fairbanks, Alaska, with frequent trips camping in the boreal forest, and some time at Toolik Field Station. Both positions will last approximately 10 weeks, starting in mid-June, though there is some flexibility. Class background in plant ecology, botany, ecosystem ecology, statistics, and computer science would be an advantage. Experience in field or laboratory, experience with data analysis, and experience working in a remote field site is preferred. You should have skills with plant identification, data collecting and recording, data manipulation in Excel, and data analysis. You must be willing to work in the field, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. A valid U.S. drivers’s license is preferred. Competent, careful, emotionally mature, and enthusiastic people desired! We want the work to be both fun and challenging. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program, with graduation expected no sooner than fall 2017. You must provide a copy of your social security card at the time of employment. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. If you are interested in this position, send 1) a copy of your resume, including the names and contact information for 3 references, 2) a list of your coursework in biology, ecology, chemistry, and math/statistics, and 3) a cover letter than explains why you are interested, describes your background and research experience, and includes anything that you think would convince us that you are the most appropriate person for this position, to Syndonia Bret-Harte, msbretha...@alaska.edu by March 25, 2018. We will contact you to discuss the position.
[ECOLOG-L] Jobs: Three postdocs at UWYO in microbial ecology and plant-microbe interactions
Three postdoctoral positions in microbial ecology and plant-microbe interactions Position descriptions available below and on the UW job site (positions 9465, 9480, 9466) at http://bit.ly/2Ikqrfo Post Doctoral Research Associate in Microbiology and Microbial Ecology (position 9465): The Ward research group at the University of Wyoming (http://www.naomiwardlab.com/) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in microbiology and microbial ecology. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, and experience in successful cultivation of diverse bacterial taxa from environmental samples. Additional preferred qualifications include expertise in genomic, proteomic, or metabolomic approaches to microbial ecology, as well as fieldwork experience. Post Doctoral Research Associate in Plant-Microbe Interactions (position 9480): The Weinig lab at the University of Wyoming (http://www.uwyo.edu/botany/people/faculty/cynthia-weinig.html) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate on research studying 1) the effects of host plant genetic pathways on microbial distributions and 2) the consequences of microbes to host plant performance. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline as well as demonstrated ability to work as an independent and innovative researcher, experience conducting plant or soil microbial ecology experiments, expertise in bioinformatics of biomarker gene sequencing, and history of peer-reviewed publication. More specific preferred qualifications include proficiency in environmental DNA extraction, amplicon preparation, and field experience. Postdoctoral research associate in Microbial Ecology (position 9466): The van Diepen Soil Microbial Ecology lab (https://sites.google.com/site/lindavdiepen/home) at the University of Wyoming is seeking a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in microbial ecology and physiology, biogeochemistry, and microbial genomics. Minimum requirements include a PhD in a relevant discipline, proficiency in bioinformatics, and R programming or other statistical software. Additional preferred qualifications include experience with microbial culturing techniques, environmental metagenomics and transcriptomics analysis, field work, and method development. This search is part of a cluster hire of postdoctoral research associates, supported by a new 5-year, $20 million NSF EPSCoR RII Track-1 grant to the University. In this project we will study microbial life and its ecological consequences; additional details can be found at http://www.uwyo.edu/epscor/microbial-ecology. To apply, please complete the online application through https://tinyurl.com/yd3qoag3 with the correct position number (positions 9465, 9480, 9466). Please upload a single PDF file containing a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and two papers describing recent research. Review of applications will continue until a suitable applicant is identified. The University of Wyoming is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law and University policy. Please see www.uwyo.edu/diversity/fairness.
[ECOLOG-L] Environmental Specialist_two positions in MD
Environmental Specialist II Position Description Blackwater Environmental Group, LLC is a growing small business formed in 2009 with the goal of supporting agencies in the transportation industry to make better, more informed decisions on environmental matters by incorporating environmental and community values early in the planning process. Blackwater is involved in several high-profile, top- priority transportation and infrastructure projects in Maryland and is currently seeking to fill two Environmental Specialist II positions. Required Education, Skills and Experience •Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, or a related field; • 4-10 years of practical experience in environmental planning preparing NEPA documentation including EIS, EA/FONSI, and CE documents. •Solid understanding of environmental regulations such as NEPA, Section 4(f), Section 106, Section 404, Section 7, and Environmental Justice; •Experience authoring and preparing technical reports such as Indirect and Cumulative Effects, Community Effect Assessments/Environmental Justice Studies; •Experience coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to facilitate environmental review; •Independent research, data collection, and impact analysis experience; •Proven ability to successfully work independently and have strong problem-solving abilities; and •Excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience •Master’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, or a related field. •Preparing NEPA documents for transportation projects preferred but not required. •Technical expertise in one or more areas including noise, air, hazardous waste, cultural resources and/or natural resources. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. •Prepare environmental (NEPA) documentation including CE, EA, EIS; • Prepare and document Section 4(f) Evaluations; •Complete technical environmental studies such as CEA, ICE, noise, air, etc. •Conduct resource agency coordination; •Review engineering plans to ascertain environmental impacts; •Develop mitigation strategies and/or alternatives to minimize impacts to resources; •Provide environmental policy guidance to clients. Company Benefits This position has potential for career advancement. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience and a benefits package including health insurance, paid time off and a retirement plan with company matching. Blackwater also offers professional development compensation including certifications, advanced education courses and training. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Office Manager, Julie Newman: ju...@blackwaterenvironmentalgroup.com.
[ECOLOG-L] Once again: summer volunteers wanted for NYC terrapin project
Contrary to whatever text your server might add, this email is neither spoofing nor fraudulent As college students are already looking ahead to next summer, I'll bring to your attention and ask you to publicize that once again we will be seeking volunteers to assist with a large diamondback terrapin research & conservation project in NYC (Jamaica Bay) in June and July. Once the nesting season starts we are pretty much 7 days/week and dawn-dusk, so we need a lot of people that can help cover the schedule. We ask that every volunteer plan to work with us at least 1 day/week. Many college students have worked with us before, and we've helped some use this experience count for field experiences, internship hours, and research credits at their home institutions. Unfortunately we are not able to pay or house volunteers. You can learn more about the project and see videos to prepare volunteers at http://jbtr.org/. To volunteer please email me at bio...@hofstra.edu. Dr. Russell Burke Donald E. Axinn Distinguished Professor in Ecology and Conservation Hofstra University Senior Research Associate American Littoral Society
