[ECOLOG-L] M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship on Spotted Skunks

[Andrew Edelman]

I am seeking a highly qualified M.S. student to conduct a funded research
project on spotted skunk habitat use. The research project will involve
intensive capture and tracking efforts of eastern spotted skunks in
Alabama’s Conecuh National Forest and Blue Spring WMA. The graduate student
will need to spend long periods of time in the field. While conducting
research, the student will be housed at the Solon Dixon Forestry Education
Center and given access to a 4WD truck. A $12,000 stipend and tuition
wavier will be provided the first year. The second year of funding will be
contingent on grant renewal or by applying for a graduate teaching
assistantship. The selected individual will enroll in the graduate program
of the Biology Department at the University of West Georgia beginning
January 2018.



Please email a PDF application containing a letter of interest, CV,
unofficial transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for three
professional references to Dr. Andrew Edelman, aedel...@westga.edu.  Please
include “Skunk GRA” as the subject line of the email. Review of
applications will begin immediately.



*Minimum Qualifications*

B.S. in biology, wildlife ecology, or related field with at least a 3.0 GPA
on a 4.0 scale

Minimum GRE scores: Verbal 150, Math 150, Writing 3.0

Strong experience in ecological/wildlife research at the undergraduate or
post-baccalaureate level

Excellent quantitative, writing, and oral communication skills

Willingness to spend extensive periods at a semi-remote location

Ability to hike across rough terrain under a variety of weather conditions
while hauling heavy equipment

Orienteering skills

Ability to drive 4WD vehicle



*Preferred Qualifications*

Proficient in radio-telemetry techniques

Experience in animal handling and camera trap methods

Current rabies vaccination

Basic training in GIS and statistics

-- 

Dr. Andrew Edelman
Associate Professor, Certified Wildlife Biologist
https://sites.google.com/site/andrewjedelman/

University of West Georgia
Biology Dept.
1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118
p: 678-839-4042 <+678-839-4042>


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[ECOLOG-L] 2016 SBDN and Mammal Meeting

[Andrew Edelman]

*21**^st **Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Bat Diversity Network &*

*26**^th **Annual Colloquium on the Conservation of Mammals in the 
Southeastern U.S.*


*February 18-19, 2016*

*Lake Guntersville State Park, 1155 Lodge Drive, Guntersville, Alabama 
35976*


**Join us for the 21^st Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Bat Diversity 
Network (SBDN Meeting) and 26^th Annual Colloquium on the Conservation 
of Mammals in the Southeastern U.S. (Mammal Colloquium), February 18-19, 
2016, in Guntersville, Alabama.  This joint meeting will bring together 
conservation biologists, private and public land managers, private 
consultation organizations, educational institutions, citizen 
scientists, and outdoor enthusiasts across a 16-state region in the 
Southeast.  Presentations on the latest mammalian conservation and 
research will be given and discussed.  The Mammal Colloquium will 
provide a forum for student and professional oral and poster 
presentations on any topic related to mammals.


*Please visit ***http://sbdn.org/upcoming-meeting/ for *the meeting 
announcement, Call for Abstracts and Vendor information…*


*Important Deadlines:*

*Discounted Hotel Rates End: December 18^th , 2015*

*Abstract Deadline: January 4, 2016*

*Earlier Registration Ends: January 21, 2016*

--
Andrew Edelman, Assistant Professor
Biology Dept.
Univ. of West Georgia
1601 Maple St.
Carrollton, GA 30118

Email: aedel...@westga.edu, Phone: (678) 839-4042
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/andrewjedelman/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Krat_guy

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Prof., Plant Biology, Univ. of West Georgia

[Andrew Edelman]

The Department of Biology at the University of West Georgia invites 
applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in plant 
biology, beginning in August 2016. The research specialty is open but we 
are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in genetics, 
physiology, or development. Teaching responsibilities will include 
introductory courses and upper-level courses in the candidate's area of 
expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a 
productive research program involving undergraduate and graduate students.


The University of West Georgia (http://www.westga.edu 
) is a comprehensive regional university of 
approximately 12,000 students located on a 644-acre wooded campus in 
Carrollton, Georgia, with a satellite campus in Newnan, Georgia.


The Department of Biology is a growing program that has 17 tenured and 
tenure-track faculty and approximately 500 undergraduate majors, plus a 
M.S. graduate program that currently has 21 students.


Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field; postdoctoral 
experience is preferred.


To apply, please send a single PDF file containing the following items 
to the search chair, _Dr. David Morgan_ atbiosea...@westga.edu 
: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) 
statement of teaching philosophy and interests, 4) statement of research 
interests, and 5) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. In 
addition, each applicant should arrange for three letters of 
recommendation to be sent to the same email address directly from the 
applicant's references. Review of applications will begin November 16 
and continue until the position is filled.


The University of West Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal 
Opportunity institution.

[ECOLOG-L] M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Bat Conservation

[Andrew Edelman]

*M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Bat Conservation*

I am seeking a highly qualified M.S. student to conduct a funded 
research project on roost use and availability of endangered bats in the 
southern Appalachian Mountains. The research project will involve 
intensive mist-netting and radio-tracking of Indiana and northern 
long-eared bats in Alabama’s Talladega National Forest over the coming 
spring and summer. The graduate student will need to spend long periods 
of time in the field and supervise several technicians. A $12,000 
stipend and tuition wavier will be provided the first year. The student 
will be expected to apply for a graduate teaching assistantship during 
the second year of their degree program. The selected individual will 
enroll in the graduate program of the Biology Department 
<http://www.westga.edu/gradstudies/Masters-program-details.php?program_id=80>at 
the University of West Georgia beginning January 2016.


Please email a PDF application containing a letter of interest, CV, 
unofficial transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for three 
professional references to Dr. Andrew Edelman, aedel...@westga.edu 
<mailto:aedel...@westga.edu>


Please include “Bat GRA” as the subject line of the email. Review of 
applications will begin immediately. Interviews will be conducted in 
late October.


*Minimum Qualifications*

B.S. in biology, wildlife ecology, or related field with at least a 3.0 
GPA on a 4.0 scale


Minimum GRE scores: Verbal 150, Math 150, Writing 3.0

Strong experience in ecological research at the undergraduate or 
post-baccalaureate level


Excellent quantitative, writing, and oral communication skills

Exceptional leadership capabilities

Willingness to spend extensive periods at a semi-remote location

Ability to hike across mountainous terrain under a variety of weather 
conditions while hauling heavy equipment


Orienteering skills

Ability to drive 4WD vehicle

**

*Preferred Qualifications*

Proficient in radio-telemetry techniques

Experienced in bat mist-netting, tagging, and identification

Current rabies vaccination

Ability to identify southeastern trees and conduct standard vegetation 
measurements


Basic training in GIS and statistics


--
Andrew Edelman, Assistant Professor
Biology Dept.
Univ. of West Georgia
1601 Maple St.
Carrollton, GA 30118

Email: aedel...@westga.edu, Phone: (678) 839-4042
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/andrewjedelman/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Krat_guy

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor of Biology

[Andrew Edelman]

The Department of Biology at the University of West Georgia invites 
applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position 
beginning in August 2015. We are particularly interested in candidates 
with experience in population biology, ecology or evolutionary biology 
utilizing field-based and/or bioinformatics/computational techniques. 
Teaching responsibilities will include general biology courses as well 
as development of undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's 
area of expertise. The successful candidate will also be expected to 
establish a productive research program involving both undergraduate and 
graduate students. The University of West Georgia 
(http://www.westga.edu/) is a comprehensive university of approximately 
12,000 students located on a 644-acre wooded campus in Carrollton, 
Georgia with a satellite campus in Newnan, Georgia. The Department of 
Biology is a growing program that consists of 16 tenure-track faculty 
with over 500 undergraduate majors and a M.S. program. Applicants must 
have a Ph.D. degree in biology or a related field and postdoctoral 
experience is preferred. To apply, please email a PDF consisting of a 
cover letter, teaching philosophy, research statement and copies of 
transcripts to biosea...@westga.edu. Also arrange for three letters of 
recommendation to be emailed to the same address from the writers' 
institutional email address. Review of applications will begin November 
15 and continue until position is filled. The University of West Georgia 
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.