[ECOLOG-L] Job - Research Scientist
RESEARCH SCIENTIST Isotope geochemistry As a part of a new research initiative in isotope geochemistry between the neighboring University of Idaho and Washington State University, we seek an individual who would serve in the capacity of a lead technician and manager of a Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometer laboratory that is collaboratively managed by faculty at WSU and UI. The successful applicant will be involved with the development and operation of an isotope analysis facility that specializes in the use of a Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometer (TIMS) for the analysis of radiogenic isotopes and will help further our objective of establishing an integrated isotope facility. The TIMS will be used in isotope studies in biological materials, rocks, and natural waters, which will support a diverse array of research projects that encompass fish migration, mineral weathering, and the Earths evolution. The TIMS will complement other mass specs and facilities, including full class-100 clean lab, currently located within the GeoAnalytical Lab at WSU. The professional requirements for this position are either: a PhD in Geology, Earth or Environmental Sciences, Chemistry or Biology with expertise and interest in isotope ratio mass spectrometry, or an M.S degree in similarly relevant field with several years of work experience in isotope geochemistry, analytical chemistry or electrical engineering. Additionally, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to: originate, develop, direct and independently complete research protocols; establish collaborative and cooperative scientific relationships; secure external grants and/or contracts; and communicate effectively within a diverse and interdisciplinary research team. Please contact Brian Kennedy (UI), kenn...@uidaho.edu, (208) 885-5171 or Jeff Vervoort (WSU), vervo...@wsu.edu, (509) 335-5597 to express interest in this position. Completed applications include a statement of interest along with a CV with references. Review of applications will begin March 14 and continue until this position is filled. The University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Wilderness Semester Program - Fall 2015 - Univ. of Idaho
Please forward to interested students and colleagues. Semester in the Wild now accepting applications for Fall 2015. The University of Idahos Semester in the Wild program is now accepting applications for the 2015 fall semester. The program, open to any undergraduate student, runs from late August through November. Participants will earn 16 upper-division credits while studying river ecology, environmental writing, wilderness and protected area management, environmental history of the West, and outdoor leadership in some of the most compelling and inspiring landscapes in the Rocky Mountains. Students will spend the entire semester off-campus at the Universitys Taylor Wilderness Research Station, one of the nations most remote research stations. The Semester in the Wild course will give students an opportunity to: conduct undergraduate research alongside scientists, study rivers and salmon ecosystems in an environment far removed from human impact, read and write about great literature and history of the American West, learn why we have our current wilderness management programs and how such programs evolve. Visit www.uidaho.edu/cnr/wild/ to learn more and apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Wilderness Semester Program - Fall 2013 - Univ. of Idaho
Please forward to interested students and colleagues. Semester in the Wild now accepting applications for Fall 2013. The University of Idahos Semester in the Wild program is now accepting applications for the 2013 fall semester. The program, open to any undergraduate student, runs from late August through mid-December. Participants will earn 15 upper-division credits while studying river ecology, environmental writing, wilderness and protected area management, western literature, and outdoor leadership in some of the most compelling and inspiring landscapes in the Rocky Mountains. Students will spend the entire semester off-campus. One of their first experiences will be backpacking 35 miles into the Universitys Taylor Wilderness Research Station, one of the nations most remote research stations, where they will spend the first half of the semester. After six weeks, we will fly out of Taylor to the McCall Field Campus on Payette Lake to continue the integrated learning experience. The Semester in the Wild course will give students an opportunity to: conduct undergraduate research alongside scientists, study rivers and salmon ecosystems in an environment far removed from human impact, read and write about great literature of the American West, learn why we have our current wilderness management programs and how such programs evolve. Visit www.uidaho.edu/cnr/wild/ to learn more and apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Univ of Idaho - Semester in the Wild - FALL 2012
Semester in the Wild Please post in your departments and forward to your students and colleagues. Undergraduate students who yearn to be outdoors and want to study science and writing in one of the nations largest wilderness areas may now apply for the University of Idahos new program, Semester in the Wild. Offered for the first time in Fall 2012, and open to all undergraduate students and interested individuals, Semester in the Wild is a three-month field-based learning experience composed of five block-plan courses. The program takes place at the University of Idaho's Taylor Wilderness Research Station, an inholding in the heart of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, and at the McCall Field Campus, along the shores of Payette Lake. Students will enroll in field-intensive classes that take advantage of Idahos wilderness setting and develop a foundation in the unique ecology, geology and natural history of the Rocky Mountain ecosystems. UI professors will teach Ecology, Geology, Humans and the Environment, Western Literature and Environmental Writing as well as Outdoor Leadership. In the event that classes would duplicate something that a student has already taken, credit for advanced courses can be considered. The Semester in the Wild program would allow students the opportunity to: *Study the unique ecosystems and history of the central Idaho Wilderness *Take inquiry-based courses in ecology and geology that entail hands-on research *Experience wildlife, forests, and landscapes that have inspired western literature *Immerse in an integrated and interdisciplinary program of science and humanities *Increase communication skills through scientific presentation and environmental writing Information about the program, along with application materials, is available at http://www.uiweb.uidaho.edu/wild/ The consideration of applications will begin April 16, 2012, and continue until the program is full. Letters of interest from students at other institutions will be considered as placeholders through a minimum enrollment review on May 20, 2012. Courses begin August 20, 2012. For more information, contact Brian Kennedy at (208) 885-5171 or kenn...@uidaho.edu
[ECOLOG-L] REU at the University of Idaho
REU program at University of Idaho The University of Idaho and the Center for Research on Invasive Species and Small Populations (CRISSP) is accepting applications for its 2011 Summer REU program. Projects under faculty mentorship span a number of ecological disciplines and include research opportunities in plant- animal interactions, stream and fisheries ecology, and the impacts of invasive species. Evaluation of applicants will begin on March 21, 2011. For more information, including project titles and full application packet please visit the website: http://www.cnr.uidaho.edu/crissp/reugrant.htm or email Marijka Haverhals at mari...@uidaho.edu
Assistant Professor - Riparian ecologist - 2nd posting
Vacancy Announcement - Riparian Ecologist College of Natural Resources, Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, University of Idaho Title of position: The College of Natural Resources (CNR) invites applications for an academic- year, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of riparian ecology. Responsibilities: The position will involve approximately 40% teaching, 40% scholarship and 20% advising/outreach/service. Teaching responsibilities will include a senior-level course in riparian ecology and management, participate in other undergraduate courses as needed; teach a graduate-level course in riparian ecology, management, and restoration, and a graduate-level course in the incumbents specialty area. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong extramurally funded research program, to mentor graduate and undergraduate students, to work across disciplines with other faculty both within and outside the College of Natural Resources. Qualifications Required: Ph.D. with a focus on riparian ecology emphasizing impacts of humans on riparian system dynamics, biotic-abiotic interactions, and restoration. Applicants must demonstrate successful research productivity through external funding and refereed publications, and must demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence. Contact/Application procedure: For a complete description and to apply online, please visit www.hr.uidaho.edu. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Carrie Barron, Academic and Administrative Coordinator, at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Closing date for application: The search will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified and we will begin reviewing applications in late October, 2007. The Institution: The University of Idaho is the Land Grant institution of Idaho, located in the Panhandle of northern Idaho. The CNR has five departments: Fish and Wildlife Resources, Forest Products, Forest Resources, Conservation Social Science, and Rangeland Ecology and Management. There are about 640 undergraduate majors and 230 graduate students in the college. The university is located near many headwater streams, larger rivers, wetlands and lakes for field research sites, and provides a newly renovated wetlab for lab-based experiments. New faculty will have opportunities to participate in an emerging graduate and research program in water resources http://water.uidaho.edu/index.htm. The Idaho Water Center provides focus in the state for water-related research and outreach activities. See http://www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu/cnr and http://www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu/fishwild for more information. To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Assistant Professor - Univ. of Idaho - Riparian ecologist
The College of Natural Resources (CNR) - Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, University of Idaho invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of riparian ecology. The search will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified, but not prior to 12 October 2007. For a complete description and to apply online, please visit www.hr.uidaho.edu Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Carrie Barron, Academic and Administrative Coordinator, at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. with a focus on riparian ecology emphasizing impacts of humans on riparian system dynamics, biotic-abiotic interactions, and restoration. Applicants must demonstrate successful research productivity through external funding and refereed publications, and must demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence. Desired: Experience as the primary instructor for a university-level course; knowledge of ecological and management issues relating to riparian systems extending from headwater systems to large rivers; experience in managing research projects; knowledge of funding opportunities in riparian ecology, management and restoration; post-doctoral or agency experience; and experience with interdisciplinary research and/or management collaborations. Responsibilities: The position will involve approximately 40% teaching, 40% scholarship and 20% advising/outreach/service. Teaching responsibilities will include a senior-level course in riparian ecology and management, participate in other undergraduate courses as needed; teach a graduate-level course in riparian ecology, management, and restoration, and a graduate-level course in the incumbents specialty area. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong extramurally funded research program, to mentor graduate and undergraduate students, to work across disciplines with other faculty both within and outside the College of Natural Resources, and may contribute to the restoration ecology certificate program. The successful candidate is expected to hold adjunct faculty status in the departments of Rangeland Ecology and Management, and Forest Resources, to facilitate graduate student research in the appropriate discipline. The Institution: The University of Idaho is the Land Grant institution of Idaho, located in the Panhandle of northern Idaho. The CNR has five departments: Fish and Wildlife Resources, Forest Products, Forest Resources, Conservation Social Science, and Rangeland Ecology and Management. There are about 640 undergraduate majors and 230 graduate students in the college. The university is located near many headwater streams, larger rivers, wetlands and lakes for field research sites, and provides a newly renovated wetlab for lab-based experiments. New faculty have opportunities to participate in an emerging program in water resources, and with colleagues in several departments across the university. The Idaho Water Center and the Center for Ecohydraulic Research provide additional opportunities for water-related research and outreach activities. See http://www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu/cnr and http://www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu/ fishwild for more information. To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Faculty position - Limnologist at the University of Idaho
The College of Natural Resources (CNR) at the University of Iddaho invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of limnology. Starting date: August 2007 Salary: Commensurate with experience. Responsibilities: The position will involve 40% teaching, 45% scholarship and 15% advising/ outreach/service. Teaching responsibilities will include a senior-level course in limnology, a graduate-level course in limnology, and a graduate-level course in the incumbents specialty area. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong extramurally funded research program, to advise graduate and undergraduate students, and to work across disciplines with other faculty both within and outside the College of Natural Resources. Qualifications Required: Ph.D. with a focus on limnology emphasizing biotic-abiotic interactions. Applicants must demonstrate successful research productivity through refereed publications and grant writing. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence. Desired: Experience as the primary instructor for a university-level course; knowledge of ecological and management issues relating to aquatic resources; experience in managing research projects; knowledge of funding opportunities in limnology; post-doctoral or agency experience; and experience with interdisciplinary research and/or management collaborations. Application procedure: Complete the online application including a letter of application, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, curriculum vitae, and letters of support from three references along with their contact information at http://www.hr.uidaho.edu. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Dr. Christine Moffitt, Chair, Limnology Search Committee, at [EMAIL PROTECTED], 208-885-7047. Closing date: The search will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified, but not prior to October 31, 2006. The Institution: The University of Idaho is the Land Grant institution of Idaho, located in the Panhandle of northern Idaho. The CNR has five departments: Fish and Wildlife Resources, Forest Products, Forest Resources, Conservation Social Science, and Rangeland Ecology and Management. There are about 640 undergraduate majors and 230 graduate students in the CNR. The university is located near many rivers, lakes and reservoirs for field research sites, and provides a newly renovated wet laboratory for aquatic experiments. The Idaho Water Center provides focus in the state for water-related research and outreach activities. New faculty will have opportunities to participate in an emerging graduate and research program in water resources http:// water.uidaho.edu/index.htm. For more information on the CNR programs see http:// www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu and http://www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu/fishwild. To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
