[ECOLOG-L] Post-doc position in data-limited fisheries assessment and management, SFU (re-advertisement)
The Cooper Lab at Simon Fraser University’s School of Resource and Environmental Management (http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/faculty/cooper/), in collaboration with Conservation International, is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher / staff scientist to work with an international team of fisheries and stock assessment scientists on the assessment and management of data-limited fisheries. The position will be located near Vancouver, B.C., begin in January 2015, and go through August 2016. Potential candidates should have a strong background and skills in data analysis and statistical modeling, stock assessment modeling, and coding in R. The successful candidate will be lead author on multiple manuscripts, so a healthy publication record is required. Familiarity with management strategy evaluations is preferred. The first phase of this project examined the ability of a suite of catch-only assessment models to estimate B/Bmsy over a wide range of simulated fisheries (http://www.fao.org/docrep/019/i3491e/i3491e00.htm). The successful candidate will participate in the second phase of this project by collaborating with working group members to apply the suite of catch-only assessment models to 4 regions: the West Coast of the US and Canada, Eastern Tropical Pacific Seascape (ETPS; the Pacific EEZ regions of Ecuador, Colombia, Panama, and Costa Rica), Brazil, and the Mediterranean to determine how performance may vary in different regions and to develop estimates of uncertainty in assessment outcomes. The successful candidate will also examine the degree to which management decisions can be based on these models when applied to the simulated fisheries as well as to fisheries in regional case studies in the West Coast of the US and Canada as well as the ETPS. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, CV, and the names and contact information for 3 references to Dr. Andrew Cooper (andrew_coo...@sfu.ca). Review of applications will begin December 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled. A copy of this advertisement can be found at http://www.rem.sfu.ca/about-rem/employment-opportunities/postdoctoral-position/ - Andrew B. Cooper Associate Professor School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University TASC 1 Building, Room 8405 University Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA V5A 1S6 - Office: 778-782-3954 FAX: 778-782-4968 - Twitter: @QuantEcologyABC Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/faculty/cooper/ Lab Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/ -
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate research opportunities in Quantitative fisheries science and management
The Fisheries Science and Management Research Group at the School of Resource and Environmental Management (REM) at Simon Fraser University has multiple Masters- and PhD-level assistantships available for highly motivated students interested in improving the understanding and management of fish populations through research on marine and freshwater systems, including fishes, marine mammals, invertebrates, and their habitats. Located just outside Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, our interdisciplinary program enables students to develop expertise in applied fisheries science and management along with related areas such as resource economics, simulation modeling and statistics, risk assessment and decision analysis, ecotoxicology, conflict resolution, and environmental law. The choice of a specific research project is extremely flexible. Past and current projects have focused on such topics as population dynamics, environmental causes of variation in survival and growth rates, habitat and resource selection modeling, dynamic response of commercial and recreations fishing fleets, direct and indirect ecosystem effects of fishing, development of new stock assessment and management simulation methods, evaluation and design of management and conservation strategies, and the development of innovative monitoring programs in the context of climate change. Research may involve field, laboratory, and/or computer modeling components. Along with state-of-the-art computing facilities, REM also has a new $1 million remote sensing laboratory which includes fisheries wet/dry labs, a 9-metre dedicated research vessel, a submersible/ROV rated to 2000 ft (600 m), and hydroacoustics and sonic tracking equipment. Interested students should visit our web page (http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/) or contact: Dr. Randall Peterman (peter...@sfu.ca) Dr. Andy Cooper (andrew_coo...@sfu.ca) Dr. Sean Cox (sp...@sfu.ca) - Andrew B. Cooper Associate Professor School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University TASC 1 Building, Room 8405 University Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA V5A 1S6 - Office: 778-782-3954 FAX: 778-782-4968 - Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/cooper/ Lab Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/ -
[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Position in Applied Terrestrial Conservation Ecology
Faculty Position in APPLIED TERRESTRIAL CONSERVATION ECOLOGY The School of Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University (Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada) is a dynamic graduate school in which both social and natural scientists apply multi-disciplinary approaches to research in resource and environmental management. The School seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position in Applied Terrestrial Conservation Ecology at the Assistant Professor rank. We invite applications from Ph.D. scientists who will develop a program of research and teaching addressing natural resource management issues of local, national, and international significance. (1) Suitable candidates will have a strong background in applied terrestrial animal ecology with expertise in areas such as conservation biology, landscape ecology, ecosystem-based management, wildlife ecology and management, or wildlife policy. (2) An advantage will be given to applicants who apply advanced quantitative methods of analysis or who have experience with applying Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to resource and environmental management. (3) Suitable candidates will be enthusiastic about working in a diverse, multi-disciplinary environment and collaborating with both natural and social scientists. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses, supervise graduate students, and conduct research. Relevant teaching experience is desirable. The expected starting date is August 1, 2011. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities. Please note that this position is contingent upon available funding and is subject to final approval by the Board of Governors. Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae, transcripts, samples of relevant reprints, a brief (2-4 page) statement of your research vision and teaching philosophy, and immediately request three referees to send confidential letters of recommendation* directly to: Dr. Frank Gobas, Director School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University Room 8425 TASC 1 Bldg., University Dr. Burnaby, B.C., CANADA V5A 1S6. TEL: 778-782-3074; FAX: 778-782-4968; e-mail: rem_facultysea...@sfu.ca For more information, visit the web site: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/ Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but the search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2010. It is important that we receive all application materials, including letters of reference, at the time of application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. * Under the authority of the University Act personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see: http://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html -- - Andrew B. Cooper Associate Professor School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University TASC 1 Building, Room 8405 University Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA V5A 1S6 - Office: 778-782-3954 FAX: 778-782-4968 - Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/cooper.htm Lab Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/ -
[ECOLOG-L] Chair in Coastal Studies at Simon Fraser University, B.C.
Liber Ero Chair in Coastal Studies Simon Fraser University The Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Environment at Simon Fraser University invite applications for the first Liber Ero Chair in Coastal Studies. We are seeking an outstanding scientist with an established international reputation, or an exceptionally promising junior scientist, in an area of environmental research complementary to those of an already outstanding group of researchers (Tom Buell BC Leadership Chair in Salmon Conservation, Centre for Coastal Studies, Centre for Natural Hazards Research, Centre for Wildlife Ecology, School of Resource and Environmental Management). Potential research areas include, but are not limited to, coastal ecosystem dynamics, land-ocean interactions, integrated coastal management, ecosystem-based management and marine biodiversity conservation. It is anticipated that the Chair will be appointed in one of the Science Departments or in the newly created Faculty of the Environment. The rank of the appointment will depend on the experie! nce of the successful candidate. Income from the substantial Liber Ero Endowment will provide a significant annual research budget for the Chair. The Chair will be expected to mount a strong and highly visible research program, to contribute to our undergraduate and graduate teaching programs and to collaborate with the Centre for Coastal Studies on outreach activities. Research on environmental issues is a very high priority for Simon Fraser University and the Province of British Columbia, which recently created the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions that engages the four primary research universities in the province. Given the high degree of public interest in the environment, the ability of the Liber Ero Chair to engage the public, relevant stakeholders and government agencies in constructive dialogue will be considered an asset. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to an equity employment program that includes special measures to achieve diversity among its faculty and staff. We therefore particularly encourage applications from qualified women, aboriginal Canadians, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a concise research proposal and a list of at least three individuals willing to act as referees to: Dr. Michael Plischke Dean of Science Simon Fraser University University Drive Burnaby, BC, Canada V5A 1S6 E-mail: scd...@sfu.ca This competition will remain open until the position is filled. Screening of applications will commence on March 1, 2010 . - Andrew B. Cooper Associate Professor School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University TASC 1 Building, Room 8405 University Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA V5A 1S6 - Office: 778-782-3954 FAX: 778-782-4968 - Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/cooper.htm Lab Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/ -
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate research opportunities in Quantitative fisheries science and management
The Fisheries Science and Management Research Group at the School of Resource and Environmental Management (REM) at Simon Fraser University has multiple Masters-level assistantships available for highly motivated students interested in improving the understanding and management of fish populations through research on marine and freshwater systems, including fishes, marine mammals, invertebrates, and their habitats. Located just outside Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, our interdisciplinary program enables students to develop expertise in applied fisheries science and management along with related areas such as resource economics, simulation modeling and statistics, risk assessment and decision analysis, ecotoxicology, conflict resolution, and environmental law. The choice of a specific research project is extremely flexible. Past and current projects have focused on such topics as population dynamics, environmental causes of variation in survival and growth rates, habitat and resource selection modeling, dynamic response of commercial and recreations fishing fleets, direct and indirect ecosystem effects of fishing, development of new stock assessment and management simulation methods, evaluation and design of management and conservation strategies, and the development of innovative monitoring programs in the context of climate change. Research may involve field, laboratory, and/or computer modeling components. Along with state-of-the-art computing facilities, REM also has a new $1 million remote sensing laboratory which includes fisheries wet/dry labs, a 9-metre dedicated research vessel, a submersible/ROV rated to 2000 ft (600 m), and hydroacoustics and sonic tracking equipment. Interested students should visit our web page (http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/) or contact: Dr. Randall Peterman (peter...@sfu.ca) Dr. Andy Cooper (andrew_coo...@sfu.ca) Dr. Sean Cox (sp...@sfu.ca) -- - Andrew B. Cooper Associate Professor School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University TASC 1 Building, Room 8405 University Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA V5A 1S6 - Office: 778-782-3954 FAX: 778-782-4968 - Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/people/cooper.htm Lab Web Page: http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/ -
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Hungry shrimp eat climate change experiment- Duh!
You think that's bad...check out the spin some folks are putting on this: http://www.edmontonjournal.com/Technology/Fertilization+experiment+save+blue+whales/1429188/story.html Yes, they're actually talking about saving the blue whales with ocean fertilization It just boggles the mind. -- Andy
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate research opportunities in Quantitative Fisheries Science and Management
The Fisheries Science and Management Research Group in the Graduate School of Resource and Environmental Management (REM) at Simon Fraser University has multiple Masters- and Ph.D-level assistantships available for highly motivated students interested in improving the understanding and management of aquatic systems through research on marine and freshwater systems, including fishes, marine mammals, invertebrates, and their habitats. Located just outside Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, our interdisciplinary program enables students to develop expertise in applied fisheries science and management along with related areas such as resource economics, simulation modeling and statistics, risk assessment and decision analysis, ecotoxicology, conflict resolution, environmental law, and policy analysis. Graduate research projects in fisheries science and management span a wide range of topics including population dynamics, environmental causes of variation in survival and growth rates, habitat and resource selection modeling, dynamic response of commercial fishing fleets and recreational anglers, direct and indirect ecosystem effects of fishing, development of new stock assessment and management simulation methods, evaluation and design of management and conservation strategies, and the development of innovative monitoring programs in the context of climate change. Research may involve field, laboratory, and/or computer simulation modeling. Along with state-of-the-art computing facilities, REM also has a new $1 million remote sensing laboratory, which includes fisheries wet/dry labs, a 9-metre dedicated research vessel, a submersible/ROV rated to 2000 ft (600 m), scientific-grade electronics, sonic fish tracking equipment, and survey fishing gear. Interested students should visit our web page (http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/), download our pamphlet (http://www.rem.sfu.ca/fishgrp/FisheriesFlyerWeb.pdf) or contact: Dr. Randall Peterman ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) Dr. Andy Cooper ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) Dr. Sean Cox ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) ___ ccffr mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.phys.ocean.dal.ca/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/ccffr
