A different way to look at the question of getting a list of
not-for-profit publishers is to ask for a list of ones that are the
best value in which to be published. I would like that one.
Even if you have access to pay-walled papers, simple impact factor is
not the only consideration if you don't have much funding to cover
page costs. Some knowledge of the costs to researchers and others who
would like to read you work is a consideration, but choosing a journal
can be daunting.
Another thought is the business model and longevity of open access
journals. It will not help to publish but not accessible a few years
or even months later, neither on library shelves nor a server farm.
Jim
On Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 12:00 AM, ECOLOG-L automatic digest system
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> There are 13 messages totalling 875 lines in this issue.
>
> Topics of the day:
>
> 1. Landscape Ecology of Pollination Postdoc
> 2. Postdoc and 2 PhD positions at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
> 3. M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Landscape Connectivity Modeling,
> University of Illinois at Springfield
> 4. Field Technicians - Osprey Recovery in Illinois
> 5. Nonprofit publishers of ecology related journals (2)
> 6. Dear Colleague Letter - Stimulating research using NEON data
> 7. Job: COORDINATOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
> 8. Grad Assistantships in Forest Nutrient Cycling: May or June 2015
> 9. Harmful Algal Bloom Research Scientist Position
> 10. Summer REU coordinator (temporary position)
> 11. WA DNR Northwest Region Engineer Job Opening
> 12. Field assistant positions in pollination ecology - CLARIFICATION
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2015 23:17:49 -0400
> From: =?windows-1252?Q?Rufus_Isaacs?= <isaa...@msu.edu>
> Subject: Landscape Ecology of Pollination Postdoc
>
> Michigan State University=92s Department of Entomology seeks a post-docto=
> ral=20
> research associate to study pollination in agricultural landscapes. The i=
> nitial=20
> focus of this position will be on understanding and developing models for=
> how=20
> local and landscape manipulations affect pollinators and pollination serv=
> ice=20
> provisioning, with plans to integrate additional ecosystem services into =
> the=20
> framework as the research develops. This position will be based in Rufus=20=
>
> Isaacs=92 laboratory and will work closely with Doug Landis=92 laboratory=
> . The=20
> preferred candidate will hold a Ph.D in environmental biology, conservati=
> on=20
> science, entomology or ecology, and will have experience with spatial=20
> statistics, GIS, mechanistic and empirical modelling, and R and/or Python=
> =20
> programming. Detailed knowledge of insect biology would be useful. Experi=
> ence=20
> in modelling ecosystem services from a variety of domains (e.g., insect-
> mediated services, water quality, cultural services) would be an asset. T=
> he=20
> full position description and application information are available at:=20=
>
> www.ent.msu.edu and application materials are due April 29.=20
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 16:40:56 +1100
> From: Ascelin Gordon <ascelin.gor...@rmit.edu.au>
> Subject: Postdoc and 2 PhD positions at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
>
> *Postdoc and 2 PhD positions at RMIT University, Melbourne *
>
> We are looking for one postdoctoral fellow and have scholarships
> available for 2 PhD students to work on two ARC funded projects at RMIT
> University, Melbourne. Both projects will be based at RMIT (city campus)
> within the Interdisciplinary Conservation Science Group
> <http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/global-urban-and-social-studies/research/research-centres-and-groups/interdisciplinary-conservation-science/>
> with the potential for national and international travel.
>
> *Evaluating environment policy that has immediate costs but long-term gains*
>
> PhD and postdoctoral fellow opportunity
>
> A fundamental challenge for environmental policies is the different
> timescales over which ecological and financial costs and benefits occur.
> For example, whilst revegetation to offset land clearing incurs
> immediate costs, it can take decades for it to become suitable habitat
> for wildlife. These long time lags can lead to inefficiencies in
> spending and poor environmental outcomes. This project will develop
> novel approaches for evaluating the future impacts of environmental
> policies and new methods for improving their design. The methods will be
> tested and demonstrated in the policy context of biodiversity
> offsetting, which is set to play a key role in nature conservation globally.
>
> The postdoctoral fellow and PhD positions will undertake research around
> developing integrated approaches for model-based evaluations of the
> ecological impacts of biodiversity offset policies. There will be a
> focus on applying strategic foresight techniques such as backcasting, as
> well as new approaches to assess the robustness of policies to different
> types of failure. There is also the potential to work on both Australian
> and international case studies and to spend time visiting the University
> of Helsinki.**
>
> The project will be led by RMIT researchers Dr Ascelin Gordon and A/Prof
> Sarah Bekessy, with external Partner Investigator Prof Atte Moilanen
> (University of Helsinki).
>
> Contact: Ascelin Gordon ascelin.gor...@rmit.edu.au
> <mailto:ascelin.gor...@rmit.edu.au>
>
> **
>
> *Socio-ecological models for environmental decision making*
>
> PhD opportunity
>
> The success of efforts to solve environmental problems will hinge, at
> least partly, on human responses. Yet environmental decision analysis
> tools typically do not include social processes, due to theoretical and
> methodological obstacles including strong disciplinary divides. For the
> first time, this project will combine computational social science and
> ecology to develop a new approach to environmental decision science.
> Using case-studies in the design of biodiversity markets, this project
> will provide concrete examples of how socio-ecological models can
> support management decisions. The use of socio-ecological models will
> represent a paradigm shift in environmental decision theory that will
> lead to more effective environmental management.
>
> The PhD project will undertake research that seeks to understand and
> predict human behaviours that drive the success (or failure) of
> environmental initiatives, with a particular focus on biodiversity
> conservation.
>
> The project will be led by RMIT researcher A/Prof Sarah Bekessy.
>
> Contact: Sarah Bekessy sarah.beke...@rmit.edu.au
> <mailto:sarah.beke...@rmit.edu.au>
>
> *To Apply*
>
> Candidates from diverse disciplines are welcome to apply for all
> positions and international applicants will be considered. Successful
> applicants will have a demonstrated capacity and aptitude for conducting
> research and it is desirable that they possess strong quantitative
> skills including ecological modelling, spatial and statistical analysis.
>
> Applicants interested in either project should email a letter of
> interest and a CV including 3 referees to the contacts listed in the
> project descriptions above.
>
> The application deadline for the PhD positions is 13 April 2015. The
> postdoctoral fellow position will remain open until filled.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 10:46:32 +0000
> From: "Ting, Tih-Fen" <tti...@uis.edu>
> Subject: M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Landscape Connectivity
> Modeling, University of Illinois at Springfield
>
> We am recruiting a MS-level graduate student in Environmental Science to st=
> udy and model landscape connectivity and habitat suitability for threatened=
> /endangered species, such as Franklin's ground squirrel, in Illinois. The =
> graduate research assistantship will be available for two years with a 16 A=
> ugust 2015 start date. The assistantship will provide full tuition waiver,=
> 12-month stipend, and research support, including conference travels and p=
> rofessional development opportunities. Successful candidates must have the=
> following qualifications:
>
> 1. Strong writing skills and quantitative skills.
> 2. Experience with modeling.
> 3. Coursework and extensive use of Geographic Information Systems.
> 4. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail.
> 5. Experience in or willingness to study dispersal and connectivity mode=
> ling.
> 6. Background in ecology, conservation, or related field.
>
> Interested applicants should send the following (via email) to Dr. Tih-Fen =
> Ting at tti...@uis.edu and Dr. Shipeng Sun at ssu...@uis.edu no later than=
> 20 April 2015.
>
> 1. Cover letter addressing background, extent of qualifications, and res=
> earch interest.
> 2. Resume, including contact information for three references.
> 3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable).
>
> Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal application to th=
> e graduate research assistantship program. Please do not hesitate to conta=
> ct us at tti...@uis.edu or ssu...@uis.edu if you have questions.
>
> Tih-Fen Ting
> Department of Environmental Studies=20
> University of Illinois at Springfield=20
> Springfield, IL 62703
> (217) 206-7876
> tti...@uis.edu
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 10:46:21 +0000
> From: "Ting, Tih-Fen" <tti...@uis.edu>
> Subject: Field Technicians - Osprey Recovery in Illinois
>
> I am looking to fill two field technician positions to assist with the ospr=
> ey hacking program in Illinois as part of the osprey recovery effort for th=
> is state-endangered species.
>
> The positions, based at different sites, have the following responsibilitie=
> s:
>
> * Daily Observations - conducts daily behavioral observations of osprey you=
> ng at the hacking site to ensure their well-being. Makes notes of presence=
> of potential predators or competitors in the vicinity of the hacking site.
> * Daily Tracking - conducts daily tracking of ospreys once they fledge and =
> notes their locations before migration.
> * Food Preparation and Feeding - conducts daily preparation of fish and fee=
> ding to the hacked ospreys.
> * Planning and Coordination - conducts regular fish pick-ups from the proje=
> ct partner. Coordinates with the field personnel at the other hacking site=
> for project purposes when required.
> * Daily Reports - contributes to daily reports regarding the behaviors, loc=
> ations, and fish consumption by ospreys. Makes notes of any other notable =
> events related to the birds.
> * Maintenance - assists with the maintenance and clean-up of the hacking to=
> wer after the season, as well as the maintenance and inventory of the field=
> gears and equipment.
>
> Qualifications for the positions:
> Successful candidate must have a B.S. degree in environmental science, wild=
> life, biology, or related field by July 1, 2015. Experiences working with =
> birds of prey are highly preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Arc=
> GIS, and GPS is highly desirable. Successful candidate must be a team-play=
> er, demonstrate strong communication skills, follow instructions well, and =
> pay attention to detail. Candidate must have a commitment to field personn=
> el and equipment safety. The individual must have and maintain a valid dri=
> ver's license as well as be able to work outdoors in extreme weather condit=
> ions and for long hours.
>
> Application: Review of applications will start immediately until the positi=
> ons are filled.
>
> Starting date: July 1, 2015.
>
> Anticipated ending date: September 30, 2015.
>
> Salary: $1600-$1760/month. Housing or camping gears (except sleeping bags)=
> are provided.
>
> To apply, please send the following (via email) to Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at ttin=
> g...@uis.edu:=20
>
> 1. Cover letter addressing background and extent of qualifications;
> 2. Resume, including contact information for three references; and
> 3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable).
>
>
> Tih-Fen Ting
> Department of Environmental Studies
> University of Illinois at Springfield
> Springfield, IL 62703
> (217) 206-7876
> tti...@uis.edu
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 07:30:01 -0400
> From: Sheila Ward <sew...@hpcf.upr.edu>
> Subject: Nonprofit publishers of ecology related journals
>
> Dear all:
>
> Please send me the names of nonprofit publishers and the journals they
> publish that are in some way related to ecology. I will compile a list
> and get it back to ecolog, or make it available for those who would like
> it.
>
> --
> Sheila Ward, PhD
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 07:56:22 -0400
> From: David Inouye <ino...@umd.edu>
> Subject: Dear Colleague Letter - Stimulating research using NEON data
>
> NSF 15-064
>
> Dear Colleague Letter - Stimulating research using NEON data
> []
>
>
> Date: April 1, 2015
>
> The National Science Foundation (NSF) is supporting construction of
> the
> <http://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/good-bye?http://www.neoninc.org/>National
> Ecological Observatory Network (NEON). NEON will offer the
> measurements, flexible operation, and research capability needed to
> assess long-term biosphere change and vastly expand our knowledge of
> regional and continental scale biology. When complete, the NEON
> observatory will collect and provide high-quality, standardized data
> from 106 sites (60 terrestrial, 36 aquatic and 10 aquatic
> experimental) across the U.S. using instrument measurements and field
> sampling. The sites have been selected strategically to represent
> different regions of vegetation, landforms, climate, ecosystem
> performance, and gradients of change. NEON's site-based, remotely
> sensed and continental-scale data are provided as a range of scaled
> data products that can be used to describe changes in the nation's
> ecosystem through space and time.
>
> Several NEON sites are nearing completion and have begun operations;
> many more sites will be completed during the coming year. Provisional
> <http://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/good-bye?http://www.neoninc.org/data-resources/get-data>NEON
> data from sites and airborne observations, along with protocols and
> documentation, are now available on the NEON Data Portal. In
> addition, NEON-collected specimens and samples are available and can
> be requested for research purposes.
>
> Through this Dear Colleague Letter (DCL), NSF's Directorate for
> Biological Sciences aims to foster and coordinate research that makes
> use of NEON data and/or samples/specimens by enabling research teams
> to coordinate their efforts and to address specific questions. This
> DCL encourages two types of funding request: 1) Conferences1 designed
> to support costs of bringing together a team of researchers with
> shared research interests to coordinate plans for specific analysis
> or synthesis of NEON data; and 2) Early Concept Grants for
> Exploratory Research (EAGERs) to support innovative research that
> leverages NEON data and/or samples/specimens. Requests must propose
> to use NEON data and/or NEON samples/specimens in order to be
> considered for funding.
>
> Conference requests are envisioned as providing travel and meeting
> costs for
> <http://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/good-bye?https://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/system/files/HamptonParker_BioSci_2011.pdf>synthesis
> working groups, in which geographically dispersed researchers meet
> several times a year to collaboratively pursue analysis and synthesis
> of NEON data. Other types of conference ideas that make use of NEON
> data or samples will also be considered. Conference requests must not
> exceed $100,000 for one or two year duration.
>
> EAGER requests will be considered if they propose to: 1) use NEON
> data and/or NEON samples/specimens to address innovative ecological
> or other biological questions, or 2) leverage NEON data and/or
> samples/specimens and combine with other data, for the purposes of
> extending the spatial or temporal dimension of potentially
> transformative research. EAGERs can be supported at up to $300,000
> for two-year duration, although they are typically funded at lower levels.
>
>
> SUBMISSION PROCESS
>
> Conference and EAGER proposal inquiries will be accepted from a
> Principal Investigator (PI) or any consortium of investigators led by
> a PI at an eligible U.S. institution.
>
> Interested PIs must email a 3-page (maximum) summary of their
> research ideas and planned activities to
> <mailto:neonresea...@nsf.gov>neonresea...@nsf.gov by close of
> business, Friday, May 8, 2015.
>
> PIs can expect to be notified by early June whether submission of a
> full Conference or EAGER proposal is encouraged or discouraged; if
> encouraged, instructions will be included in the notification email
> for how and when (within June) to submit a full proposal via FastLane.
>
> Any questions should be directed to the email address
> <mailto:neonresea...@nsf.gov>neonresea...@nsf.gov; do not contact the
> signatory to this DCL.
>
> The summaries will be reviewed internally and those ideas that best
> meet the goals of this Dear Colleague Letter will be encouraged to
> submit Conference or EAGER proposals. Proposals must be submitted via
> Fastlane or Grants.gov, following the NSF's Grant Proposal Guide
> <http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=gpg>instructions.
> It is anticipated that all awards will be made in FY 2015.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> James L. Olds
> Assistant Director for Biological Sciences
> National Science Foundation
>
>
> 1 Conferences include symposia and workshop proposals.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 09:11:11 -0400
> From: =?windows-1252?Q?Matt_Fitzpatrick?= <mfitzpatr...@umces.edu>
> Subject: Job: COORDINATOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
>
> COORDINATOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
>
> UMCES Appalachian Laboratory
>
> http://www.umces.edu/al/job/ead/cof
>
> We seek a creative, collaborative, and motivated person to promote our wo=
> rk in=20
> environmental science both to the community and to potential donors. Bas=
> ed in Frostburg=20
> MD and reporting to the Appalachian Laboratory (AL) Director, the success=
> ful candidate will=20
> split his or her duties among development, communications, and administra=
> tion. About 50%=20
> time will be devoted to raise the visibility of the research and educatio=
> nal missions of AL=20
> and to lay initial groundwork for a long-term development effort.=20
>
> The appointee will support the UMCES Vice-President for Institutional Adv=
> ancement to=20
> develop and implement a plan to identify and interact with potential phil=
> anthropic donors by=20
> organizing lab- and community-based events and through personal stewardsh=
> ip=20
> interactions. Working with the UMCES Communications Director, the success=
> ful candidate=20
> will work with the faculty and staff at AL to create products for traditi=
> onal and new media,=20
> including the AL website, that inform local, regional and national audien=
> ces about AL=20
> research and outreach. Working with the AL Director, the successful cand=
> idate will=20
> schedule activities and help create products that effectively and efficie=
> ntly optimize use of=20
> the Director=92s time for development and communication efforts.=20
>
> About 20% time will be devoted to assisting the AL Director with duties o=
> f managing the=20
> Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, which is a partn=
> ership of=20
> federal agencies and academic institutions. About 30% time will be devot=
> ed to assisting=20
> the AL administration team with routine administrative management duties
>
> The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable background and experience in=
> fields that=20
> require strong written and oral communications skills, preferably with ex=
> perience in=20
> communicating and translating environmental science to non-science audien=
> ces, including=20
> complex topics such as climate change, wildlife habitat, and air and wate=
> r pollution.=20
> Experience in developing donor prospects and stewarding donors is desirab=
> le. The=20
> appointee should be comfortable interacting with the public individually =
> and in groups and=20
> should also be able to understand and communicate well with scientists. T=
> he appointee=20
> must also be willing to =93chip in=94 as a teamwork member, sharing respo=
> nsibilities of the AL=20
> administration.
>
> To apply, please submit a resume, samples of communication products, and =
> a cover letter=20
> that describes your background and interest in the position. Names of thr=
> ee professional=20
> references are requested, but will not be contacted in the first round of=
> evaluation.=20
> Applications should be submitted by email as a single pdf file containing=
> all required=20
> elements (although separate files of communication products are allowable=
> if not conducive=20
> to integrating into a single pdf) and emailed to: coordina...@al.umces.ed=
> u.=20=20
>
> Review of applicants will begin on May 1, 2015. A competitive remunerati=
> on package is=20
> available. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science i=
> s an Equal=20
> Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Individuals with disabilities, =
> veterans, women, and=20
> minorities are encouraged to apply.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 14:48:12 +0000
> From: Alan Wilson <aew0...@auburn.edu>
> Subject: Re: Nonprofit publishers of ecology related journals
>
> Ted Bergstrom has done a terrific job compiling this type of journal inform=
> ation at http://www.journalprices.com/ The journal dataset can be directl=
> y downloaded at http://www.journalprices.com/SummaryData.xls Classifying t=
> he journals as non-profit or for-profit can be somewhat tricky, of course. =
> By way of explanation, Ted writes "In this list, we have tried to list the =
> profit status of journal owners rather than journal publishers, because man=
> y societies own their own journals and control the pricing, but have a comm=
> ercial publisher handle the subscriptions. I am sure that we have not got =
> all of this straightened out, but we have made a try. The best way I have =
> found to check ownership is to look at an article in the journal and see wh=
> o has the copyright, the publisher or a society."
>
> Lastly, I would like to make a plug for a past, relevant paper by Ted and C=
> arl Bergstrom. This article had a profound effect on my thoughts about sci=
> entific publishing and continues to influence where my students and I submi=
> t manuscripts. =20
> Bergstrom, C. T. and T. C. Bergstrom. 2006. The economics of ecology journa=
> ls. Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment 4(9):488-495 http://octavia.z=
> oology.washington.edu/publications/BergstromAndBergstrom06.pdf
>
> --
> Alan Wilson=A0
> Program Director - National Science Foundation - Population and Community E=
> cology
> &
> Associate Professor - Auburn University - Fisheries -=A0www.wilsonlab.com=
> =A0- 703-292-5190
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:ECOLOG-L@li=
> stserv.umd.edu] On Behalf Of Sheila Ward
> Sent: Thursday, April 02, 2015 6:30 AM
> To: ECOLOG-L@listserv.umd.edu
> Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Nonprofit publishers of ecology related journals
>
> Dear all:
>
> Please send me the names of nonprofit publishers and the journals they publ=
> ish that are in some way related to ecology. I will compile a list and get =
> it back to ecolog, or make it available for those who would like it.
>
> --
> Sheila Ward, PhD
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 18:39:09 +0000
> From: Forest Ecology <forestecol...@esf.edu>
> Subject: Grad Assistantships in Forest Nutrient Cycling: May or June 2015
>
> Ruth Yanai is seeking new graduate students (M.S. or PhD) to participate in=
> a large collaborative project investigating above and belowground carbon a=
> llocation, nutrient cycling, and tradeoffs involved in multiple resource al=
> location. The Multiple Element Limitation in Northern Hardwood Ecosystems (=
> MELNHE) project has field sites located at Hubbard Brook, Jeffers Brook, an=
> d Bartlett Experimental Forests in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Si=
> nce 2011, thirteen stands have been receiving N, P, N&P, and control treatm=
> ents in 0.25-ha plots, with six stands receiving Ca treatments. Research op=
> portunities in the MELNHE project include: soil respiration, soil mineraliz=
> ation, beech bark disease, leaf production by species, foliar nutrient res=
> orption, water use, mycorrhizae, forest productivity (among species and sta=
> nd age classes), and snail and arthropod diversity. More information on th=
> e project can be found at http://www.esf.edu/melnhe.
>
> We welcome inquiries from prospective students interested in forest ecology=
> , nutrient cycling, and uncertainty analysis. Applicants should be self-mot=
> ivated, excited to work as part of a multi-investigator project, have labor=
> atory and field experience, and be comfortable living and working in a grou=
> p setting. A field crew blog from previous years is available at http://sho=
> estringproject.wordpress.com.
>
> The ideal student will be able to start June 1, 2015, to allow familiarizat=
> ion with the field sites and our research activities. Starting in January 2=
> 016 is also a possibility.
>
> Funding will consist of a combination of research and teaching assistantshi=
> ps (ability to TA General Chemistry would be a plus). A stipend and full tu=
> ition waiver will be provided. Prospective students may apply to the Depart=
> ment of Forest and Natural Resources Management or the Graduate Program in =
> Environmental Science, both at the SUNY College of Environmental Science an=
> d Forestry, Syracuse, NY.
>
> We also offer opportunities to contribute to uncertainty analyses. QUEST (=
> Quantifying Uncertainty in Ecosystem Studies) is a Research Coordination Ne=
> twork led by Yanai and others. Learn more at http://quantifyinguncertainty=
> .org.
>
> We appreciate communicating with students as part of the application proces=
> s. Students are encouraged to review MELNHE related data and publications a=
> nd supply their own ideas for research in relation to the project. Prospect=
> ive students should begin that conversation by requesting the password for =
> Ruth's project materials from Heather Engelman at forestecol...@esf.edu<mai=
> lto:forestecol...@esf.edu>.
>
> Heather
> -------------------------
> Heather Engelman
> Research Support Specialist, Forest Ecology Laboratory
> Department of Forest and Natural Resources Management
> SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
> B9 Marshall Hall (Mailing: 105 Marshall Hall)
> 1 Forestry Dr
> Syracuse, NY 13210
> phone: 315.470.4868 email:forestecol...@esf.edu<mailto:forestecol...@esf.ed=
> u>
> http://www.esf.edu/for/yanai/research.htm
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 14:31:35 -0400
> From: =?windows-1252?Q?Pamela_Thompson?= <limaco...@yahoo.com>
> Subject: Harmful Algal Bloom Research Scientist Position
>
> HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM RESEARCH SCIENTIST POSITION
>
> Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission/Fish & Wildlife R=
> esearch
> Institute St. Petersburg, FL
>
> FWC invites applications for an Associate Research Scientist position in =
> the
> Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB) group (MyFWC.com/RedTide). The incumbent will
> plan and conduct systematic, applied research on harmful algae, focusing
> largely on identifying parameters that influence the physiology,
> distribution, and abundance of Karenia brevis and/or identifying and
> evaluating mitigation strategies. The successful candidate will also
> generate collaborative grant proposals and scientific manuscripts and ass=
> ist
> with algal culturing, event response, and outreach activities. The positi=
> on
> is a full time position ($52,045/yr) with benefits.
>
> Applicants should have a strong background in phytoplankton physiology an=
> d
> ecology; the demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research; and the=
>
> potential for securing funding and publishing high quality scientific
> manuscripts. Minimum qualifications include a M.S. degree in biology, mar=
> ine
> science or other relevant field; experience in HAB research; demonstrated=
>
> communication, writing and analytical skills; and a demonstrated ability =
> to
> write competitive grant proposals and scientific manuscripts. Ph.D. prefe=
> rred.
>
> Please see the full position announcement at http://bit.ly/1P2sHWx. To
> apply: (1) submit an electronic State of Florida Employment Application F=
> orm
> and (2) email a cover letter, CV, and the names of three references toget=
> her
> in a single PDF document to fwc...@gmail.com by 4/20/15. Both steps must =
> be
> completed before applicants are considered. Inquiries about the position =
> may
> be sent to the email address above.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 16:59:05 +0000
> From: "Dobbins, Elizabeth" <egdob...@samford.edu>
> Subject: Summer REU coordinator (temporary position)
>
> Summer REU Coordinator (Temporary)
>
> Date Posted: Apr 01, 2015
> Number: GRNTMT
> Grade: N/A
> Testing: N/A
>
> Duties
> The Coordinator with the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) progr=
> am will be responsible for on-site supervision and coordination of program =
> activities. The position is based at Samford University and Oak Mountain St=
> ate Park in Birmingham, Alabama, from May 19 to August 15, 2015.
>
> Funded by the National Science Foundation, the REU Program provides resear=
> ch opportunities for 12-14 highly competitive students from the United Stat=
> es. Each student works under the close supervision of an experienced resear=
> ch mentor. The Coordinator will work closely with the other mentors and wi=
> th the Primary Investigator (PI) and Co-PI in all aspects of the design and=
> implementation of the 2015 REU program.
> Required Qualifications
>
> * Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Biology, Ecology, Organismal Biology, Conservation =
> Biology, or a related field
> * Ph.D. students who have advanced to candidacy and are approaching =
> the completion of their degree are also encouraged to apply.
> * Professional research experience in biology
> * A strong interest in and disposition for working with undergraduate s=
> tudents from diverse backgrounds
> * Professional experience in supervision of undergraduate research
> * Patient, dedicated, and enthusiastic personality
> * Strong organizational skills
> * Excellent communication skills
> * Comfort with statistical packages like R, SPSS, or other databases
> * Ability to lift and carry at least 25 lbs
> * Ability to walk distance of 2 miles over varied terrain in the heat
> * Driver=92s License and ability to comfortably drive a 15-passenger va=
> n
>
> Preferred Qualification
>
> * None
>
> Apply for this job
>
> Submit resume and cover letter with current salary/salary requirements to:
>
> Office of Human Resources
> Samford University
> 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229
> FAX: (205) 726-4027
> Email: human...@samford.edu<mailto:human...@samford.edu?subject=3DJob%20App=
> lication>
>
> Resumes received after the posting is removed will not be considered.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 23:15:08 +0000
> From: "WOLF, MELODY (DNR)" <melody.w...@dnr.wa.gov>
> Subject: WA DNR Northwest Region Engineer Job Opening
>
> Washington State Department of Natural Resources is looking for an engineer=
> for the
> Northwest Region Engineer:
>
> As the licensed professional engineer for the Northwest Region, the Region =
> Engineer reports to the State Lands Assistant Manager and is responsible fo=
> r the engineering program activities in the Northwest Region, including for=
> est road maintenance, land surveying, fish passage improvement, and enginee=
> ring standards. Responsibilities include representing the Department's inte=
> rests to private operators, business, governmental officials, and public wh=
> ere there are complex sensitive issues; providing input and recommending ac=
> tions; responsible for a combination of permanent staff and technical staff=
> including hiring, training, and disciplinary action.
>
> Recruitment # 2015-02-3127-01716
> Salary Range: Up to $6,257 per month plus comprehensive benefit package inc=
> luding retirement.
> Location: Gorgeous Sedro Woolley, Washington
> Open until filled-please apply early.
>
> REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
> *Education: Bachelor of Science degree in civil or forest engineering. Must=
> have at least 10 years engineering field experience in road and road struc=
> ture design, construction and compliance.
> *A professional engineering license with forest engineering or civil engine=
> ering discipline.
> *Fundamental forest management principles and methods
> *Fundamental forest engineering principles and methods
> *Fundamental logging principles and methods
> *Facilitation, collaboration, negotiation and conflict resolution
> *Budgets, grants and funding
> *Landscape planning and ecosystem management
> *Broad multi-disciplinary understanding of forest management field and staf=
> f operations
> *Laws and issues associated with natural resource management
> *Demonstrates high level of ethics and integrity
> *Effective relationship-building skills including tact and diplomacy
> *Think, plan and manage creatively, tactically and strategically
> *Understand, interpret and implement broad department mission, goals, and p=
> olicy
> *Recommend program guidelines and procedures
> *Integrate and direct the output of managers and supervisors in a collabora=
> tive manner
> *Influence the future direction, needs and roles of the region, agency and =
> state
> *Negotiate solutions to complex issues
> *Review and oversee proprietary operations and projects
>
> DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
>
> *Competent with computer software, including word processing and spreadshee=
> t;
> *Project planning and oversight;
> *Familiar with multiple forestry tools and systems, including equipment and=
> applications that enhance field productivity (GPS, GIS, and modeling syste=
> ms).
>
> FOR MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY:
> http://agency.governmentjobs.com/dnr/default.cfm?action=3DviewJob&jobID=3D1=
> 084196
> OR GO TO: www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment
>
> Questions? Please contact Laurie Bervall at (360) 854-2847 or email her at =
> laurie.bergv...@dnr.wa.gov
>
> Melody Wolf
> Agency Recruiter
> Human Resources Division
> Washington State Department Natural Resources (DNR)
> 360-902-1350
> melody.w...@dnr.wa.gov<mailto:melody.w...@dnr.wa.gov>
> www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment<http://www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employmen=
> t>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 18:29:12 -0400
> From: =?windows-1252?Q?Kimiora_Ward?= <kimior...@gmail.com>
> Subject: Field assistant positions in pollination ecology - CLARIFICATION
>
> Location: University of California Davis, CA
> Multiple full time field assistant/research technician positions working
> on native bees, habitat restoration and pollination as an ecosystem
> service are available in Neal Williams=92 lab at UC Davis. Assistants wil=
> l
> provide support to projects relating to pollinator biodiversity,
> pollination service in agricultural landscapes, and the effectiveness of
> pollinator habitat restoration techniques. These projects are part of
> multi-region efforts to promote native bee populations and pollination
> service. This work provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills
> in native plant restoration, bee biology, and sustainable agriculture.
> Our lab is part of a vibrant ecology and entomology group at UC Davis.
> http://polleneaters.wordpress.com/ or link through
> http://entomology.ucdavis.edu/Faculty/Neal_M_Williams/
>
> Major responsibilities: In the field, assistants will assist with plot
> maintenance (weeding, herbicide spraying) , use emergence traps to
> monitor ground-nesting wild bees, survey bees and other flower-visiting
> insects, monitor establishment of native plants in experimental
> wildflower strips, in associated crop fields, and in established
> restoration sites. In the lab, assistants will curate insect and plant
> specimens collected in the field, process pollination data using
> microscopy, and assist with data entry and GIS analysis.
>
> Skills and Qualifications:
> =95 Strong interest in conservation biology, pollination biology,
> entomology and/or field ecology
> =95 Attention to detail (will be collecting and working with
> original data from multiple projects)
> =95 Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a
> research environment
> =95 Previous field experience (preferably with native bees and/or
> flora of central California)
> =95 Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
> =95 Basic wet lab skills, microscopy
> =95 Valid driver=92s license
> =95 Ability to work in the field under hot sunny conditions for lon=
> g
> hours
> =95 Completed, or working toward a degree in biology or related
> field (ecology, insect conservation, botany, restoration)
>
> Additional Desired Qualifications:
> =95 Knowledge of California Flora
> =95 Experience with/Knowledge of insects particularly bees
> =95 Experience with insect curation (pinning, labeling)
> =95 Interest in graduate or professional work in ecology, evolution=
> ,
> conservation
> =95 Basic facility with ArcGIS
> =95 Personal car to travel to field sites (mileage will be
> reimbursed at established federal grant rate).
>
> Two types of positions, pay for both is $14.57/hr:
>
> Short term: May =96 August. Focus is on bee nesting and crop pollination=
> .
>
> Longer term: As soon as possible =96 Nov. Focus is on maintaining and
> monitoring plant and bee communities in habitat restorations.
>
> Apply through the UC Employment website before April 6:
> https://www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/Search_c
> ss.jsp;=20
>
> Search for Requisition Number 03013939 for short term position
> (May-Aug) - NOTE UC ADMIN POSTED THE INCORRECT JOB DESCRIPTION AND START=20=
>
> DATE FOR THE SHORT TERM POSITION ON THE UC DAVIS JOBS WEBSITE. HIRE=20
> DATES AND JOB DUTIES IN THIS ECOLOG POSTING ARE THE CORRECT ONES.=20=20
>
> Search for Requisition Number 03013955 for longer term
> position (through November). In addition to completing the online form,
> please submit a cover letter briefly detailing relevant interest and
> experience, CV and a list of 3 references who are familiar with your
> scholarship, research ability, experience and potential. You must
> indicate in the cover letter the date of your availability. Only
> applications including a cover letter will be considered. Be sure to
> answer all questions on the on-line application. You must submit=20
> complete applications for both positions if you are interested in both=20=
>
> of them. Incomplete applications are rejected without our ability to=20
> review them.
>
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>
> End of ECOLOG-L Digest - 1 Apr 2015 to 2 Apr 2015 (#2015-93)
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