[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral and Masters graduate student positions in phytoplankton and sensors

[David White]

"SENSE" is a research program funded by NSF that builds on previous
cyberinfrastructure to address water quality issues shared between Kentucky
and West Virginia.  The overarching goal is to utilize advanced aquatic
sensor systems and apply resulting data to emerging environmental problems.
We are working toward a greater understanding and optimizing the
food-energy-water nexus (INFEWs) with specific emphasis on nutrient loads
and warm water interacting to influence algal communities, including harmful
algal blooms (CyanoHABs).  New infrastructure focuses on the latest
generation of sensors to measure real-time or near real-time water quality
parameters including phosphorus, nitrogen, and algal metrics. Our emphasis
is on Kentucky Lake where we have a long-term (28 years) monitoring program
that includes all the major nutrients, zooplankton, and algae.  . Real-
monitoring (15 min interval) has occurred since 2005.  The positions are
located at Murray State University's Hancock Biological Station (HBS) on
Kentucky Lake, about 15 miles from the main campus.  HBS has a fulltime
staff of 6 including a database manager, water chemist, field tech and other
support staff.  More about HBS is on our website: www.murraystate.edu/hbs. 

The project is funded for 4 years. Positions are now immediately available
for both a Postdoctoral Research Associate and a Masters graduate student.
There will be opportunities for both the Postdoc and MS student to develop
their own research within the scope of the grant.  Funds are available to
present at national meetings and cover publication costs. The Postdoctoral
position includes a wide range of fringe benefits.  The MS position includes
a stipend and tuition and most fees.  The MS candidate will have the option
of residing at HBS. 

The Postdoc should have a background in phycology, particularly
phytoplankton.  Experience with water quality sensors is a plus and well as
is experience with large data sets.  The MS candidate should have an
undergraduate degree with emphasis in environmental biology or computer
science.  

For more information, contact 

David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences
Director, Hancock Biological Station 
www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair 

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071
Phone: 270-809-2272
Murray State University endorses the intent of all federal and state laws
created to prohibit discrimination. Murray State University does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability in employment,
admissions, or the provision of services. 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral and Masters Degree Opportunities in CyanoHABs

[David White]

Postdoctoral and Masters Degree Opportunities 

A postdoctoral position is available at Murray State University's Hancock
Biological Station on Kentucky Lake near Murray, Kentucky.  This person will
participate in research that focuses on the use of real-time and near
real-time aquatic sensors to visualize and predict indicators of Harmful
Algal Blooms (HABs) blooms in streams, rivers, and reservoirs.  The project
builds on past and present research using long-term and real-time data sets
to understand limnological patterns, particularly productivity and community
structure.  The participant will gain firsthand experience using sensors and
data streams to model limnological phenomena.  The participant will assist
in maintaining, calibrating, and carrying out QA/QC procedures on remote
aquatic sensors and data streams.  

The postdoctoral position is funded through a grant from the National
Science Foundation, and the participant will be part of a collaborative
effort among Murray State University, the University of Kentucky, and
Marshall University. 

Applicants must have a background in aquatic ecology.  Experience with
Julia, R, Python, and/or C++ is highly desired as well as experience with
data visualization tools.  The appointment is for two years. The participant
will receive a $47,500 stipend that includes fringe benefits.  Support will
be available to present research results at scientific conferences.  The
position will remain open until filled.

A Masters Degree position is available through the same grant.  Thesis areas
might include, but are not limited to, ecology and toxicity of bluegreen
algae or correlations of long-term and real-time nutrient data patterns.  A
course work background in ecology is required, aquatic ecology preferred.
The position includes tuition, a stipend, and potential housing at the
Biological Station. 

To apply for either position, send a letter of application including career
goals, a current resume/CV, names and email addresses of two references to
the address below.  For questions, send an email to or call

David S. White dwh...@murraystate.edu
Director, Hancock Biological Station
561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 809-2272

Murray State University endorses the intent of all federal and state laws
created to prohibit discrimination. Murray State University does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability in employment,
admissions, or the provision of services. 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Opportunity: Modeling and visualizing cyanobacteria blooms

[David White]

Postdoctoral Opportunity: Modeling and visualizing cyanobacteria blooms
using high-frequency water quality sensors. Hancock Biological Station,
Murray State University. 

 

A postdoctoral position is currently available at Murray State University's
Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake near Murray, Kentucky.  This
person will participate in research that focuses on the use of real-time and
near real-time aquatic sensors to visualize and predict indicators of
Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in streams, rivers, and reservoirs. One of the
primary goals is to construct novel models and visualization tools that will
convey data to a variety of users.  The project builds on past and present
research using long-term and real-time data sets to understand limnological
patterns, particularly productivity and community structure, in a major
reservoir.  The participant will gain firsthand experience using sensors and
data streams to model limnological phenomena.  The postdoc will assist in
maintaining, calibrating, and carrying out QA/QC procedures on remote
aquatic sensors and data streams.  There will be opportunities to develop
independent research within the scope of the overall project.  

 

The postdoc position is funded through a grant from the National Science
Foundation and is a collaborative research effort among faculty and staff at
Murray State University, the University of Kentucky, and Marshall
University. 

 

Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in aquatic ecology,
environmental science/engineering, computer science, or related field.
Experience with Julia, R, Python, and/or C++ is highly desired as well as
experience with data visualization tools.  The initial appointment is for
twelve months and may be renewed for a second year. The participant will
receive a $47,500 stipend plus fringe benefits.  Support will be available
for publication costs and travel to present research at scientific
conferences. The preferred start date is March 2017. The position will
remain open until filled.

 

Murray State University endorses the intent of all federal and state laws
created to prohibit discrimination. Murray State University does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability in employment,
admissions, or the provision of services. 

 

To Apply: Send a letter of application including career goals, a current
resume/CV, names and email addresses of two references, and an official
transcript issued by a Registrar's Office (include recent course work and
grades) to David S. White dwh...@murraystate.edu.

 

For questions, send an email to or call

 

David S. White

Director, Hancock Biological Station

561 Emma Drive

Murray, KY 42071

(270) 809-2272

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] Hancock Biological Station summer field courses

[David White]

The Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake announces its summer field
course schedule for 2012.  Courses will be offered in two sessions and are
designed for advance undergraduate and graduate students.  For more
information on the Station, go to www.murraystate.hbs or view the summer
schedule directly at
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/hbs/hbs_summer.html#summer_year.  Fellowships
including housing are available.

 

Two week session - May 14 - 25:  Field Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles,
Restoration Ecology.

 

Five week session - May 29 - June 29: Principles of Ecology, Field Botany,
Entomology, Limnological Analysis. Scanning Electron Microscopy
Applications, Undergraduate Research Topics, Graduate Topics in Biology.

 

David S. White




 

[ECOLOG-L] POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN AQUATIC ECOLOGY

[David White]

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Hancock Biological Station/Watershed
Studies Institute, Murray State University.  Position will remain open until
filled.  Ph.D. required in freshwater ecology or closely related field.  ABD
with documented plan of completion will be considered.  Must be immediately
employable and capable of working in field situations on streams and lakes.
Conduct research in areas of biological or geochemical limnology,
production, analysis of long-term data sets and/or cyberinfrastructure.
Experience with environmental sensors preferred. The position is not grant
related, and there will be flexibility to explore a variety of interests.
The Hancock Biological Station is located on Kentucky Lake approximately 15
miles from campus.  The Station has a full-time staff of 8 and is
well-equipped for most types of field and laboratory limnological/ecological
research.  To apply, e-mail a letter of application detailing research goals
and experience to David White (dwh...@murraystate.edu) or call 270-474-2272.
Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, KY 42071. For more
information on the Station, go to www.murraystate.edu/hbs. Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.  

 

 

 

Please note change in e-mail address.

 

David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences
<http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm>
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station  <http://www.murraystate.edu/hbs>
www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair
<http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm>
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
 
561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120 
Cell: 270-293-9141 

When you are younger you get blamed for crimes you never committed and when
you're older you get credit for virtues you never possessed. I. F. Stone







 

 

[ECOLOG-L] POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN LIMNOLOGY

[David White]

 

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION - aquatic ecology/limnology. Hancock
Biological Station/Watershed Studies Institute, Murray State University.
Full-time, 2-year appointment to begin July or August 2011.  Qualifications:
Ph.D. required in freshwater aquatic ecology/limnology.  ABD with documented
plan of completion will be considered.  Experience with environmental
sensors preferred. Responsibilities: Conduct research in the areas of
biological or chemical limnology, and/or analysis of long-term data sets.
The position is not grant related, and there will be flexibility to explore
a variety of interests.  Position will remain open until filled. To apply:
Send a letter of application detailing research goals and experience, vitae,
unofficial academic transcripts, and two letters of reference to David
White, david.wh...@murraystate.edu  Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma
Drive, Murray, KY 42071 (270) 474-2272. For information on the
Station/Institute go to www.murraystate.edu/hbs  Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and
employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

 

 

David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences
<http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm>
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station  <http://www.murraystate.edu/hbs>
www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair
<http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm>
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
 
561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120 
Cell: 270-293-9141 

He opened and emptied a can of pork and beans   He liked to open cans. -
Hemingway

 

[ECOLOG-L] HBS Summer 2011 Courses

[David White]

Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake announces its field station
course schedule for Summer 2011.

 

The following courses will be offered in a 5-week session beginning June
1st, 2011.  Students may take 2 courses within the session.  Except for
Ecology, classes are limited to 10 students.

 

A field station experience is one that will last a lifetime. 

 


BIO 330 PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY

BIO 506/606 ADVANCED FIELD BIOLOGY 

BIO 564/664 ENTOMOLOGY 

BIO 553/663 FIELD BOTANY 

BIO 586/686 LIMNOLOGY 

BIO 573/673 ORNITHOLOGY 

BIO 587/687 CONSERVATION BIOLOGY

BIO 491 - 494 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH TOPICS

BIO 691 - 694 GRADUATE TOPICS IN BIOLOGY

 

For further information on enrollment, class schedules, and scholarships go
to the Station website - be sure to watch our video!

 

www.murraystate.edu/hbs

 

www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/hbs/hbs_summer.html#program_description

 

 

 

David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences

www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station  
www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair

www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science  
www.kyscience.org
 
561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120 
Cell: 270-293-9141 

He opened and emptied a can of pork and beans   He liked to open cans. -
Hemingway

 

[ECOLOG-L] M.S. assistantships in environmental IT and remote sensors

[DAVID WHITE]

Murray State University's Hancock Biological Station is looking MS 
graduate students interested in gaining experience within the rapidly 
expanding field of environmental IT and remote sensors.  Students 
would be working with environmental monitoring databases to create a 
robust reporting services collection as well as working within 
analysis services. Students would visit sites located on Kentucky 
Lake and surrounding streams to learn equipment maintenance and 
troubleshooting. Additional potential exists for hands-on experience 
with high performance computing, supercomputing, and environmental 
sensor design and manufacturing. Experience with SQL Server and the 
ability to integrate into a team environment are required. 
Familiarity with SQL Server Analysis Server and SQL Server Reporting 
Services is preferred but not required if the student makes a 
commitment to become familiar with these 
technologies.  Assistantships are available as well as housing at the 
Biological Station.  Contact David White at 
<mailto:david.wh...@murraystate.edu>david.wh...@murraystate.edu.


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120

Cell: 270-293-9141

He opened and emptied a can of pork and beans   He liked to open 
cans. - Hemingway

[ECOLOG-L] MS graduate student opportunities in aquatic ecology/limnology

[David White]

We are looking for two MS students interested in aquatic ecology or 
limnology through our Water Science Masters program. Both are paid 
research assistantships and would be through Murray State 
University's Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake.  Students 
would have the option of residing at the Biological Station, about 15 
miles from the main campus.


Both students would assist with deployment of lake environmental 
sensors and bi-weekly monitoring cruises through an NSF-funded 
cyberinfrastructure grant.  Specific thesis research areas would be 
based on each student's interests and the Station's ongoing research 
programs.  These might include but are not limited to analysis of 
sensor data, zooplankton ecology and invasive species, lake algae, 
zebra mussels and native mussel species, the effects of water level 
fluctuations, and lake benthos dynamics.  In the later case, the 
benthos of Kentucky Lake is quickly disappearing but the reasons for 
it remain unclear.


For more information on the Station, go to 
www.murraystate.edu/hbs If you are 
interested in these projects, please contact me.




David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120
Cell: 270-293-9141  

[ECOLOG-L] Position in Optical Cyberinfrastructure

[David White]

The Hancock Biological Station at Murray State University in western 
Kentucky has a 2 year cyberinfrastructure position available 
beginning in January 2010 (start date negotiable) to work on optical 
sensor development and deployment in Kentucky Lake.  The position is 
part a grant between Kentucky and Montana to establish a Virtual 
Observatory Ecological Information System (VOEIS). The person will 
interact with a similar person to be hired at the University of 
Montana's Flathead Lake Biological Station and with researchers at 
the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and Eastern 
Kentucky University who will be deploying similar 
cyberinfrastructure.  The person also will interact with GLEON and 
HIS databases and with information technology systems at Murray State.


Qualifications: MS or Ph.D. degree with at least two years experience 
in optical environmental sensors and databases.


For more information contact David White at 
<mailto:david.wh...@murraystate>david.wh...@murraystate, Phone 
270-474-2272 or visit our website at 
<http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/hbs/VOEIS/index.cfm>http://www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/hbs/VOEIS/index.cfm. 
Applications should be submitted by November 15, 2009, to David S. 
White, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, KY 42071.


Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.




David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/sci/colofsci.htm
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120
Cell: 270-293-9141  

[ECOLOG-L] Post-doc in ecology and education

[David White]

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Biological Sciences, 
Murray State University.  Two-year, full-time, postdoctoral position 
to begin March 2009.  Qualifications:   Ph.D. in an area of biology 
and demonstrated interest in undergraduate biology teaching and 
research required.  Expertise in dealing with complex data sets, 
building and maintaining relational databases, and using web-based 
technology required.  Excellent communication skills, teaching 
experience (e.g., graduate teaching assistant), and a working 
knowledge of statistics is preferred.  Responsibilities: Building and 
maintaining relational databases for an NSF-funded project 
(http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward.do?AwardNumber=0817224) 
focused on the professional development of postdoctoral scholars in 
teaching and learning biology, assist with project data analysis and 
conducting workshops on curriculum development, instruction, and 
assessment.  The postdoctoral fellow will work with the PIs, teach an 
undergraduate biology course, and pursue questions about the learning 
of science using appropriate research designs and methods.  The 
successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop substantive 
credentials in teaching that are fully integrated into their science 
expertise. Application deadline:  February 2, 2009. To Apply: Submit 
a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, 
copies of transcripts, and names and addresses (including email) of 
three references To: Chair of Search Committee, Postdoctoral Research 
Fellow, Department of Biological Sciences, 2112 Biology Building, 
16th St., Murray State University, Murray, KY 42071.. Women and 
minorities are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an 
equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer. For 
further information contact Dr. Terry Derting at 
terry.dert...@murraystate.edu.



David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

[ECOLOG-L] Aquatic Ecology Post-Doc Position

[David White]

Re-Advertisement POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Center for 
Reservoir Research/Hancock Biological Station, Murray State 
University.  Full-time appointment to begin November 
2008.  Qualifications: Ph.D. required in freshwater aquatic 
ecology.  ABD with documented plan of completion will be 
considered.  Responsibilities: Conduct research in the areas of 
aquatic invertebrate ecology, production and/or analysis of long-term 
data sets. The position is not grant related, and there will be 
flexibility to explore a variety of interests.  Application Deadline: 
October 10, 2008. To apply: Send a letter of application detailing 
research goals and experience, vitae, unofficial academic 
transcripts, and two letters of reference to David White, Chair 
Search Committee, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, 
KY 42071. For information on the Center/Station go to 
www.murraystate.edu/hbs .Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.



David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

[ECOLOG-L] Hydrologist wanted

[David White]

HYDROLOGIST, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Department of Geosciences, Murray 
State University. Full-time, tenure-track position to begin August 
2009. The Department of Geosciences offers undergraduate degrees in 
Geosciences with options in environmental geology, earth science, 
earth science teacher certification, geoarchaeology, geographic 
information science (geography) and a Masters in Geosciences focusing 
upon GIS and remote sensing of natural resources. The department's 
academic programs are enhanced by the research capabilities of the 
Mid-America Remote sensing Center (MARC) and the Commonwealth Center 
of Excellence for Reservoir Research (CRR) where water and 
terrestrial research is conducted. The department will soon be 
collaborating with the USGS which is establishing an office on the 
Murray State campus. Qualifications: PhD required.  Applicants with a 
documented plan of completion by date of appointment will be 
considered. Candidates must have excellent teaching skills that 
include use of modern classroom technologies.  Must provide evidence 
of teaching excellence and have research potential in hydrology 
and/or hydrogeology as evidenced by publication or other scholarly 
activity. Experience with remote sensing and GIS methodologies is 
preferred. Post-doctoral experience preferred. Responsibilities: 
Teach courses in hydrology and/or hydrogeology, introductory courses 
in geology or earth science, and specialty courses.  Conduct 
research, pursue external funding and supervise student research at 
the undergraduate and graduate levels. Application Deadline:  October 
17, 2008. To Apply: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, 
statement of teaching and research interests, copies of transcripts 
and three letters of reference to Dr. George Kipphut, Chair, Search 
Committee, Department of Geosciences, Murray State University, 
Murray, KY 42071. Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity M/F/D/, AA employer.


For further information, contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

[ECOLOG-L] Post-Doctoral Position

[David White]

Re-Advertisement POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Center for 
Reservoir Research/Hancock Biological Station, Murray State 
University.  Full-time appointment to begin August 
2008.  Qualifications: Ph.D. required in freshwater aquatic 
ecology.  ABD with documented plan of completion will be 
considered.  Responsibilities: Conduct research in the areas of 
aquatic invertebrate ecology, invertebrate production and/or analysis 
of long-term data sets. The position is not grant related, and there 
will be flexibility to explore a variety of interests.  Application 
Deadline: June 13, 2008. To apply: Send a letter of application 
detailing research goals and experience, vitae, unofficial academic 
transcripts, and two letters of reference to David White, Chair 
Search Committee, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, 
KY 42071. For information on the Center/Station go to 
www.murraystate.edu/hbs .Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.


For further information, contact David S. White at 
[EMAIL PROTECTED]  Electronic submission of applications 
materials is encouraged.



David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

[ECOLOG-L] Hydrology position

[David White]

The following position would work with biologist, chemists, and 
geochemists and utilize the resources of the Mid-America Remote 
Sensing Center and the Hancock Biological Station.


ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Hydrologist/Hydrogeologist.  Department of 
Geosciences, Murray State University. Applications are invited for a 
tenure-track Assistant Professor level position to begin August 2008. 
The Department of Geosciences offers undergraduate degrees in 
Geosciences with options in environmental geology, earth science, 
earth science teacher certification, geoarchaeology, geographic 
information science (geography) and a Masters in Geosciences focusing 
upon GIS and remote sensing of natural resources. The department's 
academic programs are enhanced by the research capabilities of the 
Mid-America Remote sensing Center (MARC), and the Commonwealth Center 
of Excellence for Reservoir Research (CRR) where water and 
terrestrial research is conducted. The department will soon be 
collaborating with the USGS which is establishing an office on the 
Murray State campus. Qualifications: Ph.D. required. The candidate 
must have excellent teaching skills that include use of modern 
classroom technologies. Must provide evidence of teaching excellence 
and have research potential in hydrology and/or hydrogeology as 
evidenced by publication or other scholarly activity. Experience with 
remote sensing and GIS methodologies is preferred. Post-doctoral 
experience preferred. ABD's with a documented plan of completion by 
date of appointment will be considered. Responsibilities: Teach 
courses in hydrology and/or hydrogeology, introductory courses in 
geology or earth science, and specialty courses. Conduct research, 
pursue external funding and supervise student research at the 
undergraduate and graduate levels. Application Deadline: April 18, 
2008. To Apply: Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, 
statement of teaching and research interests, copies of transcripts 
and three letters of reference to Dr. George Kipphut, Chair, Search 
Committee, Department of Geosciences, Murray State University, 
Murray, KY 42071. Phone: 270-809-2847; E-mail: 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University 
is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.




David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Aquatic ecology post-doc

[David White]

This is a reminder that the closing date for this position is 
nearing.  If interested, please apply by February 15th.
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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Center for Reservoir 
Research/Hancock Biological Station, Murray State University.  A 
postdoctoral position in aquatic ecology is available under direction 
of David S. White. Areas of interest include aquatic invertebrate 
ecology and production and analysis of long-term data sets. The 
position is not grant related, and there will be flexibility to 
explore a variety of interests. The position is for two 
years.  Applications should be received by 15 Febuary. Salary is 
$33,000/year with benefits.  For information on the Center/Station go 
to www.murraystate.edu/hbs.  To 
apply, send a letter of interest detailing research goals and 
experience, vitae, reprints, copies of academic transcripts, and two 
letters of reference to 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] or to 
Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, KY 
42071.  Contact phone number is 270-474-2272.  Women and minorities 
are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal 
education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Commonwealth Endowed Chair, CRR www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Post-Doc Position

[David White]

Hi all:

We have a post-doctoral position available at the Hancock Biological 
Station (HBS) that we would like to fill sometime this Spring.  HBS 
is a fully equipped research station located on Kentucky Lake, the 
second largest reservoir in the US.  We have an on-going long-term 
monitoring program on the lake and a number of tributary streams 
since 1988.  HBS has a support staff of 7 and a number of researchers 
from throughout the Midwest.  Please pass this information on and 
encourage excellent applicants.

David

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Center for Reservoir 
Research/Hancock Biological Station, Murray State 
University.  Full-time appointment to begin March 
2008.  Qualifications: Ph.D. required in freshwater aquatic 
ecology.  Responsibilities: conduct research in the areas of aquatic 
invertebrate ecology, production and/or analysis of long-term data 
sets. The position is not grant related, and there will be 
flexibility to explore a variety of interests.  Application Deadline: 
February 15, 2008. To apply: send a letter of application detailing 
research goals and experience, vitae, reprints, unofficial academic 
transcripts, and two letters of reference to David White, Chair 
Search Committee, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, 
KY 42071. For information on the Center/Station go to 
www.murraystate.edu/hbs .Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Tenure track position - aquatics

[David White]

Assistant Professor, Freshwater Invertebrate Zoologist, Department of 
Biological Sciences, Murray State University.  Full-time, tenure 
track position to begin January or August 2008.  The Department of 
Biological Sciences has a faculty of 20 with graduate program 
concentrations in molecular and cellular biology, physiology, 
ecology, organismal biology and water science.  The Department 
includes the Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake and works 
closely with the Mid-America Remote Sensing Center and the Center for 
Reservoir Research.  Qualifications: Ph.D. and post-doctoral 
experience required.  Requires evidence of productive research 
programs.  Preference given to candidates with broad expertise in 
aquatic invertebrate zoology or aquatic entomology.  Must have a 
strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate 
levels and including students in research. Will be expected to 
develop a research program that attracts external 
funding.  Responsibilities:  Teaching courses in zoology, 
introductory biology and area of specialty.  Application 
Deadline:  October 1, 2007.  To Apply:  Submit a letter of interest, 
curriculum vitae, statements of teaching interests and philosophy, 
description of research, relevant reprints, three letters of 
recommendation, and copies of transcripts to Dr. David S. White, 
Search Committee Chair, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, 
Murray, KY 42071-3346.  Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Freshwater Invertebrate Zoologist position

[David White]

Assistant Professor, Freshwater Invertebrate Zoologist, Department of 
Biological Sciences, Murray State University.  Full-time, tenure 
track position to begin January (or August) 2008.  The Department of 
Biological Sciences has a faculty of 20 with graduate program 
concentrations in molecular and cellular biology, physiology, 
ecology, organismal biology and water science.  The Department 
includes the Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake and works 
closely with the Mid-America Remote Sensing Center and the Center for 
Reservoir Research.  Qualifications: Ph.D. and post-doctoral 
experience required.  Requires evidence of productive research 
programs.  Preference given to candidates with broad expertise in 
aquatic invertebrate zoology or aquatic entomology.  Must have a 
strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate 
levels and including students in research. Will be expected to 
develop a research program that attracts external 
funding.  Responsibilities:  Teaching courses in zoology, 
introductory biology and area of specialty.  Application 
Deadline:  October 1, 2007.  To Apply:  Submit a letter of interest, 
curriculum vitae, statements of teaching interests and philosophy, 
description of research, relevant reprints, three letters of 
recommendation, and copies of transcripts to Dr. David S. White, 
Search Committee Chair, Hancock Biological Station, 561 Emma Drive, 
Murray, KY 42071-3346.  Women and minorities are encouraged to 
apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment 
opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer. Visit us at
www.murraystate.edu/qacd/cos/bio/bio_inf.htm
 
or www.murraystate.edu/hbs





David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/bio
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Hancock Biological Station 2007 Summer Program

[David White]

HANCOCK BIOLOGICAL STATION ON KENTUCKY LAKE
SUMMER 2007 COURSES.

The following courses are available to=20
undergraduates, graduate students, and=20
teachers.  Each course is 4 credit=20
hours.  Housing and scholarships are=20
available.  For more information, go to=20
www.murraystate.edu/HBS.

Session 1 (May 21 =96 June 8).
BIO 330 PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY
BIO 573 ORNITHOLOGY

Session 2 (June 18 =96 July 6)
BIO 506 ADVANCED FIELD BIOLOGY
BIO 553 FIELD BOTANY
BIO 586 LIMNOLOGY

Session 3 (July 16 =96 August 3)
BIO 562 FIELD ENTOMOLOGY
BIO 587 FRESHWATER BIOLOGY

UNDERGRADUATE and GRADUATE RESEARCH may be arranged at any time.


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences www.murraystate.edu/bio
Director, Hancock Biological Station www.murraystate.edu/hbs
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research www.murraystate.edu/crr
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science www.kyscience.org

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120 =20

2006 ORBCRE Meeting

[David White]

Potential ORBCRE Participants:

The 2006 annual meeting of the Ohio River Basin Consortium for 
Research and Education (ORBCRE) will be held at Murray State 
University, Murray, KY, from Oct. 25-27.  Please consider submitting 
an abstract and/or attending the meeting.  The abstract deadline has 
been extended to August 15.   Abstracts may be submitted to  Dr. 
Susan Hendricks ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) .   Please see the 
following websites for additional information on ORBCRE, 
registration, and the general program

http://www.orbcre.org
http://www.murraystate.edu/crr.



David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences
Director, Hancock Biological Station (www.murraystate.edu/hbs)
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research (www.murraystate.edu/crr)
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science (www.kyscience.org)

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120  

Summer Field Station Courses Available

[David White]

The Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake still has spots 
available in four of its summer courses.  Housing at the Station is available.

For further information on registration and housing, contact Gerry 
Harris at [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Visit our web site at http://www.murraystate.edu/hbs

SESSION JUNE 19 - JULY 7

330 PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY - An introduction to the basic principles 
and concepts pertaining to ecological systems. Emphasis is placed on 
energy relationships in ecosystems and on population and community 
ecology. Much of the course is devoted to field observations and 
experimentation (4 credit hours).

670 LIMNOLOGICAL ANALYSIS - This course will provide a conceptual 
framework and techniques for measurement of physical, chemical and 
biological phenomena in lakes and reservoirs. Emphasis will be placed 
on experimental approaches to field and laboratory studies. (4 credit 
hours - open only to graduate students).

SESSION JULY 17 - AUGUST 4

586 LIMNOLOGY - A study of the interrelationships of the physical, 
chemical, and biological features of a wide variety of lakes and 
streams. Laboratories include identification of the major groups of 
aquatic organisms and a range of laboratory and field techniques. (4 
credit hours).

561 FRESHWATER INVERTEBRATES - Functional anatomy, ecology and 
taxonomy of the freshwater invertebrates. Emphasis will be placed on 
collection, preserving and identifying invertebrates of this region. 
(4 credit hours).


David S. White

Professor, Biological Sciences
Director, Hancock Biological Station (www.murraystate.edu/hbs)
Coordinator, Center for Reservoir Research (www.murraystate.edu/crr)
Editor, Journal Kentucky Academy of Science (www.kyscience.org)

561 Emma Drive
Murray, KY 42071

Phone: 270-474-2272
FAX: 270-474-0120