[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute, Columbia University Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development $63,654 The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients (within 5 years of degree receipt) interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. Candidates are strongly encouraged to identify and contact a mentor prior to submitting an application. The deadline to submit an application is October 31, 2017, for fellowships starting in the fall of 2018. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu<mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu>. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Gaps in employment or studies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute, Columbia University Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development $61,800 ** The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. The deadline to submit an application is November 1, 2016 for fellowships starting in the fall of 2017. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Gaps in employment or studies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> Earth Institute, Columbia University<http://earth.columbia.edu/sections/view/9> The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. The deadline to submit an application is October 30, 2015 for fellowships starting in the fall of 2016. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu<mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu>. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Gaps in employment or studies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> Earth Institute, Columbia University<http://earth.columbia.edu/sections/view/9> The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. The deadline to submit an application is October 30, 2015 for fellowships starting in the fall of 2016. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Gaps in employment or studies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. The deadline to submit an application is October 31, 2014 for fellowships starting in the fall of 2015. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. The annual salary in $55,000. Fellows also receive a research stipend of $12,000 for the duration of the fellowship. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu<mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu>. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Gaps in employment or studies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development The Earth Institute at Columbia University in New York, NY, seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D., or Sc.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire and apply the cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. Candidates who have developed cross-disciplinary approaches during their graduate studies will find numerous, unique opportunities to engage in programs at the leading edge of sustainable development research. Candidates must complete the online application and submit a proposal for research that would contribute to global, sustainable development. Candidates may suggest contributing to or expanding on existing Earth Institute programs or developing new projects that integrate the breadth of expertise of the Earth Institute. The deadline to submit an application is October 31, 2014 for fellowships starting in the fall of 2015. Fellowships are a 24-month appointment. For more information about the program or to apply for a fellowship, please visit www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows<http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows> or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu<mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu>. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. "Stop-the-clock" exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] C2C Fellows Sustainability Leadership Workshops in NY, FL, and IL this spring
*Dear Colleagues, * *Save the Date!* If you are a current college student or recent graduate, *apply now <http://crm.orionondemand.com/crm/forms/zG0042c0708Ex6700kC725>* to attend an upcoming *C2C Fellows <http://www.bard.edu/cep/c2c/>* sustainability leadership workshop this spring. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and seats are limited. Don't wait until after winter break: *apply <http://crm.orionondemand.com/crm/forms/zG0042c0708Ex6700kC725>today*! If you are college faculty or staff, or club/organization leadership, please *share *this announcement with student sustainability leaders you know and work with across the US. Encourage them to join the national C2C Fellows *Network <http://www.bard.edu/cep/c2c/network>*. Workshops will be held at: *Bard College | *Annandale-on-Hudson, NY | February 14-16, 2014 *University of Florida | *Gainesville, FL | March 21-23, 2014 *Moraine Valley Community College | *Palos Hills, IL | April 25-27, 2014 *Workshop poster <https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/103362248/C2C%20Fellows%20Poster.pdf>* *Workshop agenda (generic) <https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/103362248/C2C%20Fellows%20Workshop%20agenda.pdf>* Please help us spread the word by forwarding this announcement to young leaders you know. Don't hesitate to be in touch if you have any questions. Happy Holidays, *Jess ScottWorkshop Director* C2C Fellows *Bard Center for Environmental PolicyPO Box 5000Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504-5000845-752-4514 <845-752-4514>http://www.bard.edu/cep/c2c <http://www.bard.edu/cep/c2c>*
[ECOLOG-L] Deadline Reminder, Nov 15, Postdoc Fellowships in Sustainable Development, Earth Institute, Columbia University
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development The Earth Institute seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D. and J.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire the cross-disciplinary expertise and breadth needed to address critical issues in the field of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, potable water access, urbanization, disease and environmental degradation. Fellows will find many unique opportunities to acquire the breadth of expertise needed to address these critical issues and engage in programs at the leading edge of this rapidly expanding field. The deadline to submit an application is *November 15, 2013* for fellowships starting in the fall of 2014. Fellowships are 24-month appointments. For more information about the program or to apply for a Fellowship, please visit http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows or email fell...@ei.columbia.edu<mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu>. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellowships in Sustainable Development, Earth Institute
Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Sustainable Development The Earth Institute seeks applications from innovative, doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D. and J.D. recipients interested in a broad range of issues in sustainable development. The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides scholars with the opportunity to acquire the cross-disciplinary expertise and breadth needed to address critical issues in the field of sustainable development such as food security, energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, potable water access, urbanization, disease and environmental degradation. Fellows will find many unique opportunities to acquire the breadth of expertise needed to address these critical issues and engage in programs at the leading edge of this rapidly expanding field. The deadline to submit an application is *November 15, 2013* for fellowships starting in the fall of 2014. Fellowships are 24-month appointments. For more information about the program or to apply for a Fellowship, please visit http://www.earth.columbia.edu/fellows or email mailto:fell...@ei.columbia.edu. The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded within 5 years before the start of the fellowship. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Volunteer Opportunity - Fairfax, VA
> The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking individuals interested in > advising and assisting in various natural heritage inventory projects > on recently acquired upland/wetland parkland on Mason Neck. We are > specifically looking for help with invertebrate, herpetofauna, bat, > and small mammal monitoring on the site, but other fields may also be > considered. If you are interested and have expertise and/or > experience with one or more of those faunal groups, please contact > Charles Smith at charles.sm...@fairfaxcounty.gov. > >
[ECOLOG-L] Synthetic Turf and Insects
Hello, Does anyone know of or have active research on the effects of synthetic turf replacement of athletic fields on the insect and/or insectivore community? Google and the limited journals I have access to are silent on the issue. Thank you, Meghan Fellows Natural Resource Specialist and Invasive Management Coordinator Natural Resource Management and Protection Fairfax County Park Authority 703-324-8586 http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/resources/resources-nrp.htm
[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Fairfax, Virginia
POSITION AVAILABILITY EDRR Coordinator The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking a coordinator for the new Early Detection Rapid Response program in support of the Invasive Species Program. This position will join the Natural Resource Management and Protection (NRMP) Section of the Fairfax County Park Authority. Our staff is dedicated to the natural resource management of the 22,500 acre county-wide parkland. This limited-term exempt position is for no more than 40 hours/week for 48 weeks. We are seeking a people person with strong organizational and communication skills. A background with spatial databases, hand-held GPS units and/or compasses and topographic maps, plant identification and volunteer coordination skills are a must. The position will entail oversight of a volunteer program to conduct early detection expeditions and coordinate with the Invasive Management Area (IMA) program to complete plant removal. Compensation: $18.75-$22.50/hour depending upon qualifications and experience. The EDRR project will depend on committed individual volunteers to survey parkland for invasive plant species. The EDRR Coordinator will recruit and train volunteers as well as process collected data. The EDRR Coordinator may also complete surveys on their own, assist the IMA program or work on outreach and education projects. Responsibilities of the EDRR Coordinator will include: * Recruit and train volunteers to participate in early detection monitoring * Data management and data exchanges with www.eddmaps.org <http://www.eddmaps.org/> * Assess invasive plant species on parkland (individually and in groups) * Assist the IMA Program as needed (weed removal, volunteer coordination, etc.) * Outreach on invasive species to staff and citizens * Attendance at all training, volunteer appreciation events and some of the workdays, many of them with limited access and in difficult terrain * Development of written and oral reports This is a short-term position without benefits; it is anticipated that funding is available for eleven months full-time. Schedule is flexible with commitments in the evenings, weekends and opportunities to work from home, up to 40 hours a week. Preferred qualifications: * Bachelors degree (biological sciences, natural resources, education or related) * Experience managing groups of individuals from diverse backgrounds * Understanding of invasive plant ecology * Experience in outdoor education and/or interpretation * Knowledge and experience of spatial databases and hand-held GPS units * Demonstrated communication skills (public speaking, presentations, written materials) and ability to present complex information effectively to lay audiences * Able to handle multiple tasks concurrently * Work well independently and with little supervision * Skills and Certifications: Valid Driver's License, CPR/First Aid Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2010 (flexible). Applicants may submit a resume, names and contact information for two references and cover letter to Meghan Fellows, Natural Resource Management and Protection (mail: 12055 Government Center Parkway; Suite 936; Fairfax, VA 22035; fax: 703 324-3996; email: meghan.fell...@fairfaxcounty.gov <mailto:meghan.fell...@fairfaxcounty.gov> .) Fairfax County is an EOE/AA employer Applicant must be able to traverse outdoor terrain and visit sites in hard-to-access locations.
[ECOLOG-L] Got deer?
It is a day ending in "y" so most likely. How are deer complicating your efforts to restore habitat by removing invasive species? What strategies can you use to increase your success rate with both deer and invasive plant issues? Find answers at: Complicating Factors in Invasive Plant Management MA-EPPC's Biannual conference August 11 - 12 Conference Program: www.ma-eppc.org Online Registration: www.morrisarboretum.org MA-EPPC's can't miss biannual conference is the only place to get comprehensive knowledge of the issues that threaten the mid-Atlantic natural areas. Meghan Fellows, MA-EPPC
