[ECOLOG-L] Grad opportunity in eco-devo

[McCoy, Michael W]

Graduate opportunity in Krista McCoy’s laboratory in the Department of Biology 
at East Carolina University.

The environment influences development in complex and interesting ways. 
Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are ubiquitous environmental pollutants 
that negatively affect a variety of developmental and physiological processes. 
My lab studies the ways in which these pollutants affect development of 
sexually dimorphic traits. Competitive applicants will be passionate about 
learning, comfortable with receiving constructive feedback, and have strong 
writing skills. Experience with the mouse model will be considered a plus.

Please visit http://www.ecu.edu/biology/ to find out more about the Biology 
department at ECU and our graduate programs.

If you are interested please

  1.  Check out my website https://kristamccoylab.weebly.com


  1.  Contact me at mcc...@ecu.edu with the following 
information (be brief at this stage).



 *   Your interests generally and specifically in joining my lab


 *   What experiences have motivated you to pursue, and prepared you for, 
graduate school


 *   Curriculum Vitae (include GPA, and GRE scores).

[ECOLOG-L] Funded PhD position available

[McCoy, Michael W]

I am recruiting  PhD student and MS students interested in aquatic community 
ecology to start in January or August 2018 to work on an NSF funded project.  
Interested candidates can visit my website 
http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/links.html) to find additional information about 
the research (http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/news/Predator-Diversity.cfm), joining 
my lab (http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/prospective-students.html) and the 
Biology Department at ECU   (http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/).

I look forward to hearing from you.

Mike

-
Michael W. McCoy
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
East Carolina University
http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/

[ECOLOG-L] MS and PhD positions available

[McCoy, Michael W]

I am recruiting MS and PhD students to start in January or August 2018.  
Research in my lab addresses a wide array of questions including population, 
and community ecology, eco-evolutionary dynamics, adaptation to environmental 
change and the development of quantitative tools.  In my research, I typically 
take a mechanistic approach aimed at understanding how variation in individual 
traits (e.g. size, stage or phenotype) scale up to influence population and 
community level processes and spatial coupling across ecosystems. However, 
students in my lab work on a broad variety of questions.  Excellent candidates 
should look me up on the web (info for 
students) and contact 
me for additional information.

[ECOLOG-L] MS Opportunities for Fall 2017

[McCoy, Michael W]

The Department of Biology at East Carolina Universtiy is actively recruiting MS 
students to start in Fall 2017.  Positions available for topics ranging from 
Biochemistry and Cell biology, to Genomics, Neurophysiology, Development, 
Ecology and Evolution. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/mastersprograms.cfm

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate positions available

[McCoy, Michael W]

The McCoy lab in the Department of Biology at East Carolina University invites 
applications from prospective PhD students for Fall 2017 to collaborate on an 
NSF-funded project on rock pool food webs.  Changes in predator diversity via 
extinction and invasion are increasingly widespread, often with dramatic 
ecological and socio-economic consequences. However, we still lack the ability 
to predict how changes in predator diversity cascade through foodwebs and 
affect ecosystem functions.  The funded project integrates natural history, 
ecological theory, field surveys, experiments, and development of new 
statistical tools to advance our understanding of the relationship between 
predator biodiversity, prey populations, and ecosystem function and services.  
The research will be centered on river rock pools which serve as a tractable 
natural model system found throughout the Southeastern USA. The collaborative 
research team includes myself (Mike McCoy- http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/), 
and Ben Bolker 
(http://ms.mcmaster.ca/~bolker/), James 
Vonesh (http://wp.vcu.edu/voneshlab/), and  Jeremy Wojdak 
(http://www.radford.edu/~jmwojdak/). 
Graduate students will develop independent research projects that fit within 
the larger framework of the grant.

The ECU Biology raduate program offers competitive stipends, tuition waivers, 
and there will be ample support for fieldwork available. Successful candidates 
will have prior research experience, a strong interest in developing 
quantitative skills, and be highly self-motivated. Prospective students should 
review my website for additional information and then contact me with a letter 
of interest, and CV.

[ECOLOG-L] Post doctoral position in Quantitative/Community Ecology

[McCoy, Michael W]

Description: We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher in quantitative ecology 
to support a collaborative project involving investigators Mike McCoy at East 
Carolina University (http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/), James Vonesh at Virginia 
Commonwealth University (http://wp.vcu.edu/voneshlab/), Ben Bolker at McMaster 
University (http://ms.mcmaster.ca/~bolker/), and Jeremy Wojdak at Radford 
University (http://www.radford.edu/~jmwojdak/).


This is a full-time, twelve-month appointment with the option of renewing for 1 
- 2 additional years. The project integrates theoretical and experimental 
approaches to investigate the importance of predator diversity for food web 
dynamics and ecosystem function with a focus on a riverine rock pool system.


Review of applications will begin on November 30 with an anticipated (but 
negotiable) start date of January 2017.  Applicants should send their 
curriculum vitae, the names of 3 individuals who could serve as references, and 
a brief statement that addresses 1) their research interests, 2) how they 
anticipate this position would further career goals and 3) what 
skills/perspectives they would bring.



East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We encourage inquiries and applications from members of groups underrepresented 
in the life sciences.


Benefits/Opportunities: The post doctoral researcher will interact with 
multiple labs and departments where they will gain broad training in 
mathematical and statistical modeling and in conducting empirical research.  
Our project also includes a robust education and outreach component in which 
the postdoctoral researcher could gain experience-disseminating knowledge 
through a variety of venues (e.g. QUBES - http://qubeshub.org/; and rock pool 
science in the park - 
http://jamesriverpark.org/science-in-the-park/rock-pools.php).  Other benefits 
include travel to meetings each year, publication costs, and health insurance.


Qualifications: The successful applicant will be expected to be creative, 
self-motivated, and able to help mentor and supervise undergraduate and 
graduate students and work with a diverse team of PIs. Minimum qualifications 
include a PhD in ecology, biostatistics, or a related field with evidence of 
strong quantitative skills, field experience and strong oral and written 
communication abilities. Ideal candidates will also have computer programming 
experience (ideally in R, and/or C or C++).


Location: The successful candidate will based in the lab of Dr. Mike McCoy at 
East Carolina University in Greenville, NC.  East Carolina University is the 
third largest campus in the University of North Carolina system and has an 
active and well-supported group of faculty working in the areas of ecology and 
evolution, development, and molecular biology. Please feel free to contact me 
with questions (mcc...@ecu.edu)


To apply please go to: 
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp

[ECOLOG-L] Post doctoral position in Quantitative/Community Ecology

[McCoy, Michael W]

Description: We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher in quantitative ecology 
to support a collaborative project involving investigators Mike McCoy at East 
Carolina University (http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/), James Vonesh at Virginia 
Commonwealth University (http://wp.vcu.edu/voneshlab/), Ben Bolker at McMaster 
University (http://ms.mcmaster.ca/~bolker/), and Jeremy Wojdak at Radford 
University (http://www.radford.edu/~jmwojdak/).


This is a full-time, twelve-month appointment with the option of renewing for 1 
- 2 additional years. The project integrates theoretical and experimental 
approaches to investigate the importance of predator diversity for food web 
dynamics and ecosystem function with a focus on a riverine rock pool system.


Review of applications will begin on November 30 with an anticipated (but 
negotiable) start date of January 2017.  Applicants should send their 
curriculum vitae, the names of 3 individuals who could serve as references, and 
a brief statement that addresses 1) their research interests, 2) how they 
anticipate this position would further career goals and 3) what 
skills/perspectives they would bring.



East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We encourage inquiries and applications from members of groups underrepresented 
in the life sciences.


Benefits/Opportunities: The post doctoral researcher will interact with 
multiple labs and departments where they will gain broad training in 
mathematical and statistical modeling and in conducting empirical research.  
Our project also includes a robust education and outreach component in which 
the postdoctoral researcher could gain experience-disseminating knowledge 
through a variety of venues (e.g. QUBES – http://qubeshub.org/; and rock pool 
science in the park - 
http://jamesriverpark.org/science-in-the-park/rock-pools.php).  Other benefits 
include travel to meetings each year, publication costs, and health insurance.


Qualifications: The successful applicant will be expected to be creative, 
self-motivated, and able to help mentor and supervise undergraduate and 
graduate students and work with a diverse team of PIs. Minimum qualifications 
include a PhD in ecology, biostatistics, or a related field with evidence of 
strong quantitative skills, field experience and strong oral and written 
communication abilities. Ideal candidates will also have computer programming 
experience (ideally in R, and/or C or C++).


Location: The successful candidate will based in the lab of Dr. Mike McCoy at 
East Carolina University in Greenville, NC.  East Carolina University is the 
third largest campus in the University of North Carolina system and has an 
active and well-supported group of faculty working in the areas of ecology and 
evolution, development, and molecular biology. Please feel free to contact me 
with questions (mcc...@ecu.edu)


To apply please go to: 
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp

and search for posting Id=380476.

[ECOLOG-L] TT faculty position in ecology

[McCoy, Michael W]

The Department of Biology and the Institute for Coastal Science and Policy 
(ICSP) at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, the third largest campus in 
the University of North Carolina system, invites applications for a 
joint-appointment of a nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant 
Professor level with expertise in Estuarine Ecology, to begin August 14, 2017.  
In support of ECU's strategic emphasis in coastal research, we seek 
applications from all highly creative and integrative scholars working at the 
organismal, population, community, and/or ecosystem-scale estuarine processes. 
We are interested in individuals involved in the development and application of 
interdisciplinary methods, ecological principles, and analytical/mathematical 
techniques to address questions in applied ecology as well as ecological 
theory. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, 
externally funded research program that will build upon the University's 
strengths in estuarine, marine, and freshwater biology and ecology. The 
successful candidate's research program is expected to take advantage of the 
opportunities for collaboration and synergy across ECU's centers (e.g., Coastal 
Sciences Institute in Manteo NC), departments and colleges. The position 
responsibilities under the ICSP include a strong emphasis in funded research 
and teaching for the PhD program in Coastal Resources Management. 
Responsibilities under the Dept. of Biology include research and undergraduate 
teaching and graduate teaching at the master's and doctoral levels, as well as 
providing service to the university, community, and profession. The Department 
of Biology (www.ecu.edu/biology) and ICSP (www.ecu.edu/icsp) take pride in the 
diversity of our faculty, staff and students and strive to increase that 
diversity. We encourage applications and inquiries from members of groups 
underrepresented in the life sciences.


East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.


Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Enrique Reyes, 
Search Committee Chair, at rey...@ecu.edu. Review of 
applications will begin on October 10, 2016 and continue until the position is 
filled.


For additional details visit this job posting at 
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=83210

Michael W. McCoy, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
East Carolina University
office: (252) 328-9773
https://www.rebelmouse.com/Mike_McCoy_Lab/

[ECOLOG-L] MS and PhD opportunities in population and community ecology

[McCoy, Michael W]

Research in my lab focuses on a variety of questions in conservation, 
population, and community ecology as well as the development of experimental 
and quantitative approaches that help to better link empirical data to 
ecological and evolutionary theory. In my research, I typically take a 
mechanistic approach aimed at understanding how variation in individual traits 
(e.g. size, stage and phenotype) scale up to influence population and community 
level processes and spatial coupling across ecosystems. I anticipate recruiting 
Masters and PhD students for January 2017 and/or August 2017 admissions.  If 
you are interested please look me up on the web 
(http://mikemccoylab.weebly.com/) and contact me for additional information.

[ECOLOG-L] Asst Prof. of Ecology job

[McCoy, Michael W]

The Department of Biology and the Institute for Coastal Science and Policy 
(ICSP) at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, the third largest campus in 
the University of North Carolina system, invites applications for a 
joint-appointment of a nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant 
Professor level with expertise in Estuarine Ecology, to begin August 14, 2017.  
In support of ECU's strategic emphasis in coastal research, we seek 
applications from all highly creative and integrative scholars working at the 
organismal, population, community, and/or ecosystem-scale estuarine processes. 
We are interested in individuals involved in the development and application of 
interdisciplinary methods, ecological principles, and analytical/mathematical 
techniques to address questions in applied ecology as well as ecological 
theory. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, 
externally funded research program that will build upon the University's 
strengths in estuarine, marine, and freshwater biology and ecology. The 
successful candidate's research program is expected to take advantage of the 
opportunities for collaboration and synergy across ECU's centers (e.g., Coastal 
Sciences Institute in Manteo NC), departments and colleges. The position 
responsibilities under the ICSP include a strong emphasis in funded research 
and teaching for the PhD program in Coastal Resources Management. 
Responsibilities under the Dept. of Biology include research and undergraduate 
teaching and graduate teaching at the master's and doctoral levels, as well as 
providing service to the university, community, and profession. The Department 
of Biology (www.ecu.edu/biology) and ICSP (www.ecu.edu/icsp) take pride in the 
diversity of our faculty, staff and students and strive to increase that 
diversity. We encourage applications and inquiries from members of groups 
underrepresented in the life sciences.


East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.


Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Enrique Reyes, 
Search Committee Chair, at rey...@ecu.edu. Review of applications will begin on 
October 10, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.


For additional details visit this job posting at 
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=83210

Michael W. McCoy, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
East Carolina University
office: (252) 328-9773
https://www.rebelmouse.com/Mike_McCoy_Lab/

Re: [ECOLOG-L] PhD opportunity

[McCoy, Michael W]

Graduate opportunity with Mike McCoy in the Department of Biology at East 
Carolina University.

Research in my lab addresses a broad range of questions in population, 
community and behavioral ecology, and biodiversity and ecosystem function with 
a strong emphasis on quantitative approaches. Much (but not all) of my research 
is focused on understanding how variation (e.g. in size, stage, behavior, 
morphology) affects population and community level processes and spatial 
coupling across ecosystems.

Within this broader context, my current research program can be loosely 
summarized into five interrelated conceptual themes; 1) body size dependence of 
ecological interactions, 2) cross ecosystem links formed by complex life 
cycles, 3) adaptation to climate change and sea level rise, 4) understanding 
predator diversity effects, and 5) development/application  of innovative 
experimental and quantitative approaches. I have also worked in a wide variety 
of systems including; temperate, tropical, terrestrial, aquatic, and marine 
ecosystems.

I will consider students with interests in a variety of topics and systems 
(including but not restricted to those in which I work) and that address 
complementary and interesting questions.

For additional information about me, my research and the application process 
please visit:
http://blog.ecu.edu/sites/mccoym/prospective-students/
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/McCoy_Michael.cfm

About ECU
East Carolina University is the third largest campus in the University of NC 
system and has an active and well-supported group of faculty working in the 
areas of ecology and evolution. PhD students accepted into the 
Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biological Sciences will receive at least 
two years of support with no teaching obligations and at least five years of 
support total, at a very competitive level. TA-ships are readily available in 
two MS programs and Biology faculty members also supervise students in ECU's 
Coastal Resource Management PhD program. Graduate students will be encouraged 
to participate in the newly formed North Carolina Center for Biodiversity 
(NCCB) at East Carolina University. Goals of the NCCB include training graduate 
students in biodiversity research and providing them opportunities to 
participate in related outreach.

Students enjoy living in the affordable community of Greenville, NC, 
participating in seminar series and journal clubs that feature research in 
ecology and evolution, and having access to several natural areas, universities 
and research centers located in central and eastern NC. Application deadlines 
vary with particular programs but applying early is recommended. Please visit 
http://www.ecu.edu/biology/ http://www.ecu.edu/biology/ to find out more 
about the Biology department at ECU and graduate programs.

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant professor position in ecology and evolution of disease

[McCoy, Michael W]

East Carolina University
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Position Number: 001682
The Department of Biology at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (the 
third largest university in the UNC system) invites applications for a 
nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in ecology 
and evolution of disease, including host-parasite interactions; to begin Aug. 
18, 2014. A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required. Possible 
research approaches include integration of empirical studies with theory, or of 
ecological and evolutionary investigations; but all qualified candidates are 
encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to establish an 
externally funded research program, actively engage in classroom teaching, 
advise undergraduate, Master's and Doctoral level students, and help promote 
diversity/equal opportunity in higher education. Candidates will have excellent 
opportunities to establish collaborations within the Department and/or with 
other academic units (e.g., Brody School of Medicine, College of Technology and 
Computer Science, Institute for Coastal Science and Policy, Center for 
Biodiversity, etc.). Appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level 
may be considered for a candidate with a well-established record of teaching 
and research.

Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Trip Lamb (la...@ecu.edu) or Dr. Kyle Summers 
(summe...@ecu.edu), Search Committee Chairs, Department of Biology, East 
Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353. Screening of applications will 
begin on November 15, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Official 
transcript and original hard copy reference letters are required upon 
employment.
Qualifications: A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required.
Applicants must complete a candidate profile and submit a letter of 
application, statements of research interests and of teaching interests and 
philosophy, and a curriculum vitae, online; and arrange to have three current 
letters of reference sent to: Ecology and Evolution of Disease Search Committee 
Chairs, Department of Biology, Mail Stop 551, Howell Science Complex, East 
Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353 or emailed to ruggie...@ecu.edu.
East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Visit this job posting at 
ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=72882.

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate opportunity in population and community ecology

[McCoy, Michael W]

Graduate opportunity with Mike McCoy in the Department of Biology at East 
Carolina University.

Research in my lab addresses a broad range of questions in population, 
community and behavioral ecology, and biodiversity and ecosystem function with 
a strong emphasis on quantitative approaches.
Much (but not all) of my research is focused on understanding how variation 
(e.g. in size, stage, behavior, morphology) affects population and community 
level processes and spatial coupling across ecosystems.

Within this broader context, my current research program can be loosely 
summarized into five interrelated conceptual themes; 1) ecological consequences 
of phenotypic plasticity, 2) body size dependence of ecological interactions, 
3) cross ecosystem links formed by complex life cycles, 4) understanding 
predator diversity effects, and 5) development/application  of innovative 
experimental and quantitative approaches. I have also worked in a wide variety 
of systems including; temperate, tropical, terrestrial, aquatic, and marine 
ecosystems.

I will consider students with interests in a variety of topics and systems 
(including but not restricted to those in which I work) and that address 
complementary and interesting questions.

For additional information about me, my research and the application process 
please visit:
http://blog.ecu.edu/sites/mccoym/prospective-students/
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/McCoy_Michael.cfm

About ECU
East Carolina University is the third largest campus in the University of NC 
system and has an active and well-supported group of faculty working in the 
areas of ecology and evolution. PhD students accepted into the 
Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biological Sciences will receive at least 
two years of support with no teaching obligations and at least five years of 
support total, at a very competitive level. TA-ships are readily available in 
two MS programs and Biology faculty members also supervise students in ECU's 
Coastal Resource Management PhD program. Graduate students will be encouraged 
to participate in the newly formed North Carolina Center for Biodiversity 
(NCCB) at East Carolina University. Goals of the NCCB include training graduate 
students in biodiversity research and providing them opportunities to 
participate in related outreach.

Students enjoy living in the affordable community of Greenville, NC, 
participating in seminar series and journal clubs that feature research in 
ecology and evolution, and having access to several natural areas, universities 
and research centers located in central and eastern NC. Application deadlines 
vary with particular programs but applying early is recommended. Please visit 
http://www.ecu.edu/biology/ http://www.ecu.edu/biology/ to find out more 
about the Biology department at ECU and graduate programs.

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor position in ecology and evolution of disease

[McCoy, Michael W]

East Carolina University
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Position Number: 001682
The Department of Biology at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (the 
third largest university in the UNC system) invites applications for a 
nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in ecology 
and evolution of disease, including host-parasite interactions; to begin Aug. 
18, 2014. A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required. Possible 
research approaches include integration of empirical studies with theory, or of 
ecological and evolutionary investigations; but all qualified candidates are 
encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to establish an 
externally funded research program, actively engage in classroom teaching, 
advise undergraduate, Master's and Doctoral level students, and help promote 
diversity/equal opportunity in higher education. Candidates will have excellent 
opportunities to establish collaborations within the Department and/or with 
other academic units (e.g., Brody School of Medicine, College of Technology and 
Computer Science, Institute for Coastal Science and Policy, Center for 
Biodiversity, etc.). Appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level 
may be considered for a candidate with a well-established record of teaching 
and research.

Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Trip Lamb (la...@ecu.edu) or Dr. Kyle Summers 
(summe...@ecu.edu), Search Committee Chairs, Department of Biology, East 
Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353. Screening of applications will 
begin on November 15, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Official 
transcript and original hard copy reference letters are required upon 
employment.
Qualifications: A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required.
Applicants must complete a candidate profile and submit a letter of 
application, statements of research interests and of teaching interests and 
philosophy, and a curriculum vitae, online; and arrange to have three current 
letters of reference sent to: Ecology and Evolution of Disease Search Committee 
Chairs, Department of Biology, Mail Stop 551, Howell Science Complex, East 
Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353 or emailed to ruggie...@ecu.edu.
East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Visit this job posting at 
ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=72882.