[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Bee Ecology, Oregon State University
Position Summary The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society in the College of Forestry is soliciting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the laboratory of Dr. Jim Rivers(http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim‐rivers/). This position will help lead a collaborative research project being undertaken with Dr. Jim Cane (USDA Bee Biology and Systematics Laboratory, Utah State University) that is investigating how animal pollinators are affected by natural and anthropogenic disturbance in forested landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. Position Duties The postdoc will collect new data to evaluate how wild bees and their pollination services are influenced by natural and anthropogenic disturbance events, as well evaluating links between remote sensing data (e.g., LiDAR, Landsat TM) and ground‐based sampling to produce several high quality peer‐reviewed publications. Publications will address several objectives that include but are not limited to: - Evaluating how bee abundance and diversity is influenced by wildfire intensity and postfire salvage logging. - Determining how resources critical to bee reproduction (floral resources, nesting sites) are influenced by disturbance type and intensity. - Testing how bee reproductive output changes relative to disturbance type and intensity. - Assessing whether changes in pollinator abundance and diversity are linked to changes in pollination services. - Using remote sensing data to determining the spatial scale(s) the predict bee diversity, abundance, and pollination services. Minimum/ Required Qualifications - Ph.D. in entomology, animal ecology, or a closely related field - Demonstrated experienced with statistical software (e.g., SAS, R) - Demonstrated competence in planning, designing, executing, and coordinating research - Demonstrated proficiency to independently write scientific publications for submission to peer‐reviewed journals Preferred Qualifications - Proficiency with capture and identification of wild bee species - Experience sampling wild pollinator communities - Proficiency with analysis of remote sensing data (e.g. LiDAR, Landsat TM) - Knowledge and experience with forest management practices of the Pacific Northwest - A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity Application Instructions For additional details about the position, including how to apply, visit the application web site (http://oregonstate.edu/jobs/) and search for posting #P00075UF. General inquires or questions about the position should be directed towards Dr. Jim Rivers (jim.riv...@oregonstate.edu). For full consideration, be sure to apply by March 7, 2016. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. Oregon State University commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others whodemonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
[ECOLOG-L] Wanted: Avian Movement Technicians (3) and Field Crew Leader (1)
Threefield technicians and 1 crew leader are needed for a project taking place insouthern Indiana to investigate the relationship between distribution ofmigratory forest birds and movement capabilities in fragmented landscapes. Previous research in the region hasidentified a suite of species with varied distributions relative to forestpatch size and isolation, and this study will evaluate whether movement limitationscan be linked to those distribution patterns. This study is being conducted in collaboration between researchers atOregon State University and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and DevelopmentCenter. Allpositions will begin on approximately 1 May 2016, and end on 31 July 2016. Personnel will assist in target-nettingterritorial birds from a diverse group of species, translocating them to uniqueareas (1-2 km away), and tracking their movement paths back to their home rangeusing hand-held telemetry antennae and automated recording units (ARUs). Other duties may include, but are not limitedto, data entry and equipment maintenance. The crew leader will additionally be responsible for coordinating dailyactivities, maintaining a GIS database, and communicating with projectprincipal investigators. Successfulcandidates for the positions will have experience with some combination ofmist-netting, bird banding, applying transmitter units to passerines, aviantelemetry tracking, and re-sighting of color-banded birds. Previous leadership and banding experience isstrongly preferred for the crew leader position. Field sites are located in both pristine andfragmented forest tracks within state parks, national wildlife refuges, andmilitary installations. All candidatesshould expect early morning field work, extensive hiking, long, hot days outdoors,and typical field challenges, including biting insects, rough terrain, poisonivy, and thorny understory vegetation. Applicantsmust have a valid driver’s license and their own means of travelling to the studyregion. Housingwill be provided and federal field vehicles will be used for day-to-day work. Salary will be $2,000 per month fortechnicians and $2,250 per month for the crew leader. Toapply please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of the following: 1)a letter of interest, 2) a C.V, and 3) the names and contact information forthree work references to Jonathon Valente(jonathon.vale...@oregonstate.edu). Review of applications will begin the week of January 18 and continueuntil the positions are filled.
[ECOLOG-L] Avian Ecology Technicians (3) Needed
Oregon State University (Dept. of Forest Ecosystems and Society) is hiring three technicians for a research project investigating source-sink dynamics of Wood Thrush in southern Indiana. This is an opportunity to be part of one of the largest and most comprehensive demographic studies ever conducted on a Neotropical migrant passerine. The study is being conducted through a partnership among the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, Oregon State University, the Institute for Bird Populations, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center. A study overview can be found at http://nationalzoo.si.edu/scbi/migratorybirds/research/marra/wood- thrush.cfm. All positions will begin on approximately 1 May 2014 and continue through approximately 31 July 2014. Primary duties will involve early morning avian point counts to census bird communities. Other field tasks may include (but are not limited to) re-sighting color-banded individuals, nest searching and monitoring, territory mapping, radio telemetry, and maintaining song broadcast units. Data entry and data proofing will also be a part of the day-to-day work expectations. Successful candidates will have extensive experience conducting avian point counts, and strong eastern US bird identification skills (visual and aural). Other useful qualifications include experience with the variety of avian sampling techniques listed above, good color vision, excellent navigational abilities, meticulous data collection skills, the ability to work independently, and good inter-personal skills. Candidates will be expected to work long hours with early starts in relatively difficult field conditions (e.g., high heat and humidity, thorny understory, ticks, poison ivy, etc.). Field sites are located in both pristine and fragmented forest tracks within state parks, national wildlife refuges, and military installations. As such, candidates must be able to handle extensive and strenuous hiking. Applicants must have a valid drivers license and their own means of travelling to the study region. Housing will be provided and federal field vehicles will be used for day-to-day work. Salary will be commensurate with experience and position type ($1600-2000/month). To apply please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of the following: 1) a letter of interest, 2) a C.V, and 3) the names and contact information for three work references to Jonathon Valente (jonathon.vale...@oregonstate.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
[ECOLOG-L] Avian Point Count Personnel Needed in Southern Indiana
Point count technicians (4), interns (4), and crew lea Job Description Point count technicians (4), interns (4), and crew leader (1) needed for research being conducted within the Betts Landscape Ecology Lab (http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm) at Oregon State University on source-sink dynamics of migratory forest songbirds in southern Indiana. All positions will begin on approximately 1 May 2013 and continue through approximately 15 July 2013. Primary duties for all positions will involve: early-morning point counts to census avian communities; afternoon vegetation surveys; distributing and collecting song broadcast units to attract breeding individuals; and data entry. Other responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) equipment maintenance, managing databases, proofing entered data, etc. Candidates will be expected to work long hours with early starts in relatively difficult field conditions (e.g., high humidity, thorny understory, ticks, poison ivy, etc.). Housing will be provided. Preference will be shown for individuals that are willing to drive a personal vehicle to and from field sites, though it is not necessary that absolutely everyone have a personal vehicle. Mileage will be reimbursed at a rate of $0.35-$0.40 per mile. Technicians will have the additional responsibility of helping to train the interns on bird identification and point count methods. The field crew leader will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily work for 2-3 employees throughout the season. Monthly salary is $2,200 for the crew leader, $1,800 for the technicians, and $900 for interns (housing provided for all positions). Successful candidates for all positions will have excellent navigational abilities, meticulous data collection skills, the ability to work independently, good inter-personal skills, and a valid driver’s license. Technicians will have extensive experience conducting avian point counts and estimating distances to detected birds (preferably eastern birds). Interns may have little to no formal point count experience, but should have moderate bird identification skills and a willingness to study eastern bird identification prior to the start of the field season. The crew leader should have extensive experience with ArcMap GIS software, GPS units, database management, logistical coordination, and will exhibit excellent leadership skills. This is an opportunity to be part of one of the largest-scale demographic studies ever conducted on a Neotropical migrant passerine. The study is being conducted through a partnership among the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center (P. Marra, S. Sillett, and B. Ryder), Oregon State University (M.G. Betts), the Institue for Bird Populations, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (R.A. Fischer). A study overview can be found at http://nationalzoo.si.edu/scbi/migratorybirds/research/marra/wood- thrush.cfm. Contact Information To apply please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of the following: 1) a letter of interest, 2) a C.V, and 3) the names and contact information for three references to: Jonathon J. Valente PhD Student Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society Oregon State University jonathon.vale...@oregonstate.edu (preferred) Please specify which position(s) interest you. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
[ECOLOG-L] Avian Point Count Technicians, Interns, and Crew Leader Wanted
Avian Point Count Technicians (4), Interns (4), and Crew Leader (1)needed for research on source-sink dynamics of migratory forest songbirds in southern Indiana. All positions will begin on approximately 1 May 2012 and continue through approximately 15 July 2012. Primary duties for all positions will involve early-morning point counts to census avian communities, afternoon vegetation surveys, and data entry. Other responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) equipment maintenance, managing databases, proofing entered data, etc. Technicians will have the additional responsibility of helping to train the interns on bird identification and point count methods, and the field crew leader will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily work for 2-3 employees throughout the season. All employees will be expected to work long hours with early starts in relatively difficult field conditions (e.g., high humidity, thorny understory, ticks, poison ivy, etc.). This is an opportunity to be part of one of the largest-scale demographic studies conducted on a Neotropical migrant passerine. The study is being conducted through a partnership among the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center (P. Marra, S. Sillett, and B. Ryder), Oregon State University (M.G. Betts), the Institue for Bird Populations, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (R.A. Fischer). A study overview can be found at http://nationalzoo.si.edu/scbi/migratorybirds/research/marra/wood-thrush.cfm, and further information about M.G. Betts’ Landscape Ecology Lab can be found at http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm. Successful candidates for all positions will have excellent navigational abilities, meticulous data collection skills, the ability to work independently, good inter-personal skills, and a valid driver’s license. Technicians will have extensive experience conducting avian point counts and estimating distances to detected birds (preferably eastern birds). Interns may have little to no formal point count experience, but should have moderate bird identification skills and a willingness to study eastern bird identification prior to the start of the field season. The crew leader should have additional experience with ArcMap GIS software, GPS units, database management, logistical coordination, and will exhibit excellent leadership skills. Housing will be provided for all positions, and salary is $2200/month for the crew leader, $1800/month for technicians, and $600/month for interns. To apply, please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of 1) a letter of interest, 2) a C.V, and 3) the names and contact information for three work references to: Jonathon Valente U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center jonathon.j.vale...@gmail.com (preferred) 502-315-6714 Please specify which position(s) interest you. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
[ECOLOG-L] Job Ad - Seasonal Avian Surveyors (9) Needed in Southern Indiana
Point count technicians (6) and point count interns (3) needed for research on source-sink dynamics of migratory forest songbirds in southern Indiana. All positions will begin on 1 May 2011 and continue through 15 July 2011. Primary duties will involve early-morning point counts to census avian communities, though other responsibilities may include data entry, vegetation surveys, equipment maintenance, etc. Candidates will be expected to work long hours with early starts in relatively difficult field conditions (e.g., high humidity and biting insects). Housing will be provided. This is an opportunity to be part of one of the largest and most comprehensive demographic studies ever conducted on a Neotropical migrant passerine. The study, conducted by Smithsonian Institution, Oregon State University, and the Institue for Bird Populations is funded by DoD, DOE, and EPA’s Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP). (See http://nationalzoo.si.edu/scbi/migratorybirds/research/marra/wood-thrush.cfm for study overview, or http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm for more information on the Betts Landscape Ecology Lab). Successful candidates for both the technician and intern positions will have the ability to identify eastern birds by sight and sound, excellent navigational abilities, meticulous data collection skills, the ability to work independently, and good inter-personal skills. Technicians will have extensive experience conducting avian point counts and estimating distances to detected birds. Interns may have little to no formal point count experience. All applicants must have a valid driver’s license and preference will be shown for those with their own reliable vehicles (travel costs will be reimbursed). Salary is $1800/month + housing for Technicians, and $600/month + housing for Interns. To apply please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of the following: 1) a letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) the names and contact information for three work references to Jonathon Valente (Jonathon.J.Valente AT gmail.com, 502-315-6714). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Jonathon J. Valente Data Analyst II U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ERDC - Environmental Laboratory
