[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Opportunity: Odum School of Ecology at UGA
Odum School of Ecology Teaching Postdoctoral Program The Odum School of Ecology (OSE) at the University of Georgia invites applications from outstanding early-career scientists for a school-supported postdoctoral appointment. S/he will pursue a collaborative research project with one or more OSE faculty members while teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels. Instructional activities may include contributing to existing core courses, developing a new course in the applicant’s area of interest, and mentoring students in directed research. The anticipated term of appointment is two years, with the second year contingent on satisfactory performance. We seek candidates with a PhD in Ecology or related field, and with outstanding potential in research and teaching, who can contribute to the inclusive teaching and research missions of the OSE community. The appointment is accompanied by an annual research and travel budget of $2000. For more information on the Odum School and our academic programs, please see our website: www.ecology.uga.edu To apply, candidates should propose a research project that involves one or more mentor(s) from the Odum School of Ecology, and describe the project in 2 pages or less, including objectives, background, approach, and feasibility (with additional length permitted for references or figures). Applicants should combine into a single PDF file a (I) cover letter that describes teaching interests, proposed teaching activities and career goals, (II) curriculum vitae, (III) research proposal, (IV) contact information for 3 professional references, and (V) a statement from proposed research mentor in support of applicant, including how the applicant and project would benefit the school as a whole. Materials should be submitted as an attachment sent to osepostdoc...@uga.edu. Award decisions will consider the hosting lab’s research/mentoring record and support for the proposed project, the applicant’s credentials, the novelty and feasibility of the proposed research project, and the proposed teaching and mentoring activities. Projects promoting synergy across multiple labs are encouraged. Applications must be received by Nov 20 to ensure full consideration, with an anticipated start date between Feb-Jul 2019. Questions should be directed to Sonia Altizer, salti...@uga.edu, or Ford Ballantyne, f...@uga.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] MODELING POSTDOC: DEADLINE EXTENDED
A postdoctoral position is available in the Ballantyne Lab at the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia to develop models of trophic interactions and element fluxes for stream ecosystems at the Luquillo LTER in Puerto Rico. The goal of the project is to develop and parameterize a model using data from stream flow manipulations that can be used to predict the consequences of changing climate and hydrology for stream communities and coupled terrestrial-aquatic element fluxes. The postdoc will have the opportunity to work with a team of stream ecologists, biogeochemists, and climate modelers at UGA and other institutions associated with the Luquillo LTER. Experience with theory and modeling, and parameter estimation for dynamic models are highly desired. Please submit a cover letter, a current CV, a two page statement describing research interests and accomplishments, and the names and contact information for at least three references to f...@uga.edu. Review of applications will begin March 30 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, submit all materials by the deadline. Please direct all inquires regarding the position to Ford Ballantyne (f...@uga.edu). The term of appointment will be up to two years. The ideal starting date is summer, but some flexibility in the dates of the appointment exists.The University of Georgia is an EEO/AAA institution committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: modeling trophic interactions
A postdoctoral position is available in the Ballantyne Lab at the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia to develop models of trophic interactions and element fluxes for stream ecosystems in the Luquillo LTER in Puerto Rico. The goal of the project is to develop and parameterize a model using data from stream flow manipulations that can be used to predict the consequences of changing climate and hydrology for stream communities and coupled terrestrial-aquatic element fluxes. The postdoc will have the opportunity to work with a team of stream ecologists, biogeochemists, and climate modelers. Funds are available for some travel to field sites. Experience with theory and modeling are required for the position. Experience with parameter estimation for dynamic models is desired, but not required. Please submit a cover letter, a current CV, a two page statement describing research interests and accomplishments, and the names and contact information for at least three references to f...@uga.edu. Review of applications will begin December 1 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, submit all materials by the deadline. The term of appointment will be 18 months with a salary between $38,000 and $42,000, depending on experience. The ideal starting date is early spring, but some flexibility in the dates of the appointment exists. Pending availability of funds, an additional appointment of 6 months may be possible. The University of Georgia is an EEO/AAA institution committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: Modeling microbial DOC transformations
A postdoctoral position is available at the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia to work with an interdisciplinary team of ecologists, microbiologists an biogeochemists to develop models of DOC transformations using simultaneously collected transcriptomes and FTICRMS data. The postdoc will be supervised by Ford Ballantyne, but will regularly interact with the other PIs (Mary Ann Moran, Patricia Medeiros, John Amster and Barny Whitman) and postdoc(s) supported by the project. The main goals are to develop and parameterize models of microbially mediated transformations of DOC using transcriptomes, FTICRMS data and HPLC data, simultaneously collected during incubations. There will be ample opportunities to develop new statistical methods to link gene expression and changes in DOC composition and to estimate kinetic rate parameters for DOC transformations.A strong statistical background, prior experience with bioinformatics or the analysis of transcriptomes or systems biology modeling of metabolism are highly desired. Please submit a cover letter, a current CV, a two page statement describing research interests and accomplishment and names and contact information for at least three references to f...@uga.edu. Review of applications will begin December 1 and continue until the position is filled. The term of appointment will be one year with a salary between $38,000 and $42,000, depending on experience. The ideal starting date is early spring, but some flexibility in the dates of the appointment exists. Pending availability of funds, an additional appointment of 6-12 months may be possible. The University of Georgia is an EEO/AAA institution committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc in the Odum School at UGA: modeling DOC tranformations
POSTDOC: Modeling microbial DOC transformation using transcriptomes and high resolution DOC characterization A postdoctoral position is available at the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia to work with an interdisciplinary team of ecologists, microbiologists an biogeochemists to develop models of DOC transformations using simultaneously collected transcriptomes and FTICRMS data. The postdoc will be supervised by Ford Ballantyne, but will regularly interact with theother PIs (Mary Ann Moran, Patricia Medeiros, John Amster and Barny Whitman) and postdoc(s) supported by the pro ject. The main goals are to develop and parameterize models of microbially mediated transformations of DOC using transcriptomes, FTICRMS data and HPLC data, simultaneously collected during incubations. There will be ample opportunities to develop new statistical methods to link gene expression and changes in DOC composition and to estimate kinetic rate parameters for DOC transformations. A strong statistical background, prior experience with bioinformatics or the analysis of transcriptomes or systems biology modeling of metabolism are highly desired. To apply, Pplease submit a cover letter, a current CV, a two page statement describing research interests and accomplishment and pdfs of up to three publications to f...@uga.edu. Review of applications will begin February 15 and continue until the position is lled. The term of appointment will be one year with a salary between $38,000 and $42,000, depending on experience. The ideal starting date is sometime in the late spring or early summer, but some exibility in the dates of the appointment exists. Pending availability of funds, an additional appointment of 6-12 months may be possible.
[ECOLOG-L] Grad opportunities: Theoretical or experimental pop/comm/ecosys ecology
The Ballantyne lab in the department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas is looking to recruit graduate students interested in population, community or ecosystem ecology. We use theoretical and experimental approaches to study what regulates population dynamics, what structures communities, and what drives biogeochemical cycles across space and through time. Current projects are focused on ecosystem stoichiometry, soil organic matter decomposition, spatial plant population models, and transcription regulation of denitrification. For more information, please look at the lab website (http://www.people.ku.edu/~fb4) and email me (fb4 at ku dot edu) if you are interested in joining the lab. Also look at the KU ecosystems research group website (http://kuerg.ku.edu) to learn about other ecological research at KU. In addition to support through EEB, KU has a climate change IGERT program (http://web.ku.edu/~crgc/IGERT/) that provides graduate fellowships and offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary graduate experience.
[ECOLOG-L] PhD opportunities in Theoretical Ecosystem Ecology
The Ballantyne Lab at the University of Kansas is looking to recruit up to two graduate students for the fall of 2010. Current research is focused on modeling ecosystem stoichiometry, nutrient dynamics, microbial decomposition of soil carbon, systems-level regulation of metabolism, spatially explicit populations and the trophic structure of communities. Although most of our experiments are performed with phytoplankton and bacteria in the lab, the KU field station, 20 minutes from campus, is a great resource that is home to long-term studies of community assembly. Please direct inquiries to Ford Ballantyne (fb4 [at] ku [dot] edu). For more information about graduate study in the lab and EEB at KU please look at http://www.people.ku.edu/~fb4 and http://www2.ku.edu/%7Eeeb/graduate/ and http://www.kuerg.ku.edu/.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate opportunities in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the University of Kansas
Opportunities for Graduate Study in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas www2.ku.edu/~eeb The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas (KU-EEB) seeks applications from highly qualified and motivated graduate students. KU-EEB includes 43 faculty members and about 70 graduate students whose research focuses on three broad topical domains: Biodiversity and Macroevolution, Ecology and Global Change Biology, and Evolutionary Mechanisms. Facilities to support graduate education and research include world-class collections in our museums, equipment and expertise in molecular biology including DNA sequencing, growth chambers and greenhouses, and extensive field station land holds for establishing controlled experimental plots or for investigating non-manipulated systems. Successful applicants to our graduate program receive a financial support package that includes a stipend and tuition sponsorship. Doctoral students receive a five-year package, and masters students receive a two-year package. The department provides support for travel to present results at national and international professional meetings. Funds to support graduate student research are also available through departmental endowment funds. Applications from all qualified students will be given serious consideration; however, we specifically seek students whose interests match the following descriptions. Students who wish to pursue research in these areas are encouraged to contact prospective faculty mentors to introduce themselves and describe their academic goals and research experiences and interests. Please contact Jaime Keeler (eebgradprog...@ku.edu) if you are interested in any of these projects or if you require additional information on our program. Faculty members currently seeking new graduates students include those listed below: Ford Ballantyne (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/ballantyne.shtml) The Ballantyne takes a broad approach to studying ecology. We spend a lot of time developing mathematical models, but we also perform experiments and analyze large data sets in effort to understand what dictates populations dynamics, what structure communities, and what drives element and material cycles in ecosystems. Current projects are focusing on spatially and size structured population dynamics, N:P stoichiometry, and systems biology approaches for understanding metabolism and decomposition in soil microbial communities. Sharon Billings (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/billings.shtml) The Billings lab explores how global change perturbations such as rising atmospheric CO2, land use change, rising temperatures, and changing water availability influence forest and grassland carbon and nitrogen pools and fluxes. There is a particular emphasis on stable isotope ecology as a tool for soil and tree ecophysiological studies, as well as microbial ecology. Justin Blumenstiel (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/blumenstiel.shtml) The Blumenstiel lab investigates evolutionary arms races, selfish genes and epigenetics. Using approaches that include population genetics, molecular evolution, next-gen sequencing and molecular biology, the labs aim is to characterize evolutionary conflict in the battleground of the germline. Rafe Brown (http://www.nhm.ku.edu/rbrown/) Research interests in the Brown lab include herpetological systematics and biodiversity, phylogenetic systematics, character evolution, phylogeography, population and conservation genetics, biogeography, and the evolution of animal behavior. Paulyn Cartwright (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/cartwright.shtml) The Cartwright lab studies cnidarian phylogeny and evolution. In particular the lab is seeking a graduate student interested in studying the evolution of hydrozoans through phylogenetics and developmental gene expression. Bryan Foster (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/foster.shtml) Research interests in the Foster lab include experimental ecology, grassland dynamics, tests of community assembly theory, mechanisms of plant species coexistence and biodiversity, ecosystem consequences of biodiversity, and prairie and savanna restoration. Jennifer Gleason (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/gleason.shtml) The Gleason lab studies the evolutionary genetics of behavioral isolation between Drosophila species through analyses of genes influencing courtship behavior. Lena Hileman (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/hileman.shtml) Research in the Hileman lab integrates phylogenetic, molecular evolutionary, and molecular developmental approaches to investigate how flowers have evolved such a diversity of form. Mark Holder (http://www2.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/holder.shtml) The Holder lab explores phylogenetic methods. In particular lab members are interested in improving the statistical and computational tools used to estimate
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc in ecosystem ecology
A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology in the Ballantyne Lab at the University of Kansas in the field of theoretical ecosystem ecology. Areas of research include, but are not limited to, modeling population dynamics, community interactions and nutrient dynamics as well as statistical analysis of existing data sets. Previous and current work focuses on mean-variance scaling, trophic dynamics and ecosystem stoichiometry. Applicants with expertise in these fields are especially encouraged to apply. However, candidates with experience or interest in modeling nutrient flow and stoichiometry at all levels of ecological/biological complexity using systems approaches will be given the highest priority. The ideal applicant would be interested in developing models and analyzing data to address a fundamental ecological question. Prior modeling experience is desirable but not required. To apply, upload a CV, a brief statement describing research interests, accomplishments and potential project(s) and the names and contact information for at least three references to https://jobs.ku.edu. The reference number for this position is 00207131. Please feel free to contact me prior to submitting an application or at any time during the application process via email (fb4 [at] ku [dot] edu) or telephone (785-864-1868). The review of applications will begin August 15 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is sometime in late 2009 or early 2010. Salary will be $36-40k/yr, depending on experience, with benefits. The term for this position is one year with the potential for renewal contingent on performance. If you will be attending ESA in Albuquerque and are interested in the position, please contact me to set up a time to discuss the position.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate study in theoretical or experimental ecosystem ecology
Graduate assistantships, at the master's or doctoral level, are available in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas in the field of theoretical ecosystem ecology. The Ballantyne lab is seeking students interested in modeling ecosystem stoichiometry, community dynamics, or population processes. Two or five years of support are available, for a master's or a PhD respectively. Additional funds are available to support research and travel costs. Opportunities also exist for complementary microcosm and/or field-based experiments, either in the lab or at the University of Kansas field station 20 minutes from campus. Start date will either be fall 2009 or spring 2010. For more information, please contact Ford Ballantyne Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology The University of Kansas Phone: (785) 864-1868 Fax: (785) 864-1534 f...@ku.edu http://www.people.ku.edu/~fb4
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate student opportunities
The Ballantyne Lab in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas is actively recruiting graduate students to begin study in the fall of the 2009-2010 academic year. Students interested in both theoretical and field-based approaches in ecology are encouraged to apply. I continually strive to maintain a diverse, dynamic lab group with a broad range or research interests, experience and expertise. We are currently building a stronger experimental/field research program to complement the development of ecological models and theory. Our goal is to address big picture questions in ecology using a combination of mathematical models, statistical analysis of data and experimentation. Scaling, community structure and ecosystem nutrient dynamics are the current foci of research but students with other interests are encouraged to join the group. Please take the time to read about our research and contact me if you think you might be interested in joining the lab or would like more information (fb4 [at] ku [dot] edu). Also, consult the EEB graduate student website for details about the application process and department resources.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc in theoretical/ecosystem ecology
A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas in the field of theoretical ecosystem ecology, broadly defined. Areas of research include, but are not limited to, modeling population dynamics, community interactions and nutrient dynamics as well as statistical analysis of existing data sets. Previous work has focused on mean- variance scaling, trophic dynamics and ecosystem stoichiometry. Applicants with expertise in these fields are especially encouraged to apply. The ideal applicant would be interested in developing models and analyzing data to address a fundamental ecological question. Prior modeling experience is desirable but not required. To apply, upload a CV, a brief statement describing research interests, accomplishments and potential project(s) and the names and contact information for at least three references to the University of Kansas human resources website, https://jobs.ku.edu. The reference number for this position is 00207131. Please feel free to contact me prior to submitting an application or at any time during the application process via email (fb4 [at] ku [dot] edu) or telephone (785-864-1868). The review of applications will begin November 15 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is sometime in early to mid 2009. Salary will be $35-38k/yr, depending on experience, with benefits. The term for this position is one year with the potential for renewal contingent on performance.
