[ECOLOG-L] Doctoral student openings in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Case Western Reserve University
Fully funded openings for doctoral students are available in the Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. The Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University has a very active ecology and evolutionary biology group. Our faculty have research programs in ecological theory (Karen Abbott and Robin Snyder), plant community ecology and phylogenetics (Jean Burns), amphibian ecology, evolution and conservation (Mike Benard), biotic and abiotic drivers of adaptive evolution (Ryan Martin), and consequences of climate and land-use change (Sarah Diamond). Nearby opportunities for research and collaboration exist at the University Farm, Holden Arboretum, Cleveland Museum of Natural History and the large Cleveland Metroparks system. Case Western Reserve University is one of the nation's top universities and has a very strong research focus. It is located about 5 miles east of downtown Cleveland, a mid-sized city with world-class cultural institutions, a fabulous restaurant scene, and exciting professional sports. Interested applicants should contact faculty members that they are interested in working with. Please send a CV and a short description of research plans and goals. More information on the graduate program can be found at http://www.case.edu/artsci/biol/academics/grad.html and application guidelines are at http://www.case.edu/artsci/biol/academics/gradadmission.html. CWRU Biology Department Ecology and Evolution Faculty: Karen Abbott: http://www.case.edu/artsci/biol/abbottlab/CWRU/Home.html Mike Benard: http://filer.case.edu/mfb38/lab/benardlab.html Jean Burns: https://filer.case.edu/jbm122/BurnsWebsite/index.html Sarah Diamond: https://sites.google.com/site/sediamondresearch/ Ryan Martin: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/16064512/Welcome.html Robin Synder: http://www.cwru.edu/artsci/biol/snyder/
[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Positions in Ecology at Case Western Reserve University
The Biology Department at Case Western Reserve University seeks to fill two or more faculty positions in community or population ecology, at least one of which will be open rank. Both empirical and theoretical methods are welcome. We are especially interested in ecologists incorporating some aspect of evolution in their research, although all population and community ecologists will be considered. Research interests of current faculty in ecology and evolutionary biology include life history theory, community assembly, and trait-mediated interactions. Qualifications for the position include a Ph.D. in an appropriate field, demonstrated potential to lead a strong, independent, extramurally funded research program, and the ability to develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in ecology and/or evolution. The normal teaching load is one course per semester. Appointment at the level of Associate Professor requires a national reputation for research expertise, a distinguished record of publication, and demonstrated extramural funding. Appointment at the level of Professor, in addition to criteria listed; includes a clear international leadership role in his or her area of expertise. Electronic applications should be addressed to the Chair of the Ecology Search Committee (including current curriculum vitae, a letter of application, and a description of research and teaching interests) and should be submitted electronically as a single pdf to the Biology Department assistant: kr...@case.edu. Candidates should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent directly to the same email address with hard copies sent to Chair of the Ecology Search Committee, Department of Biology, Case Western Reserve University, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106-7080. Applications should be received by 31 October 2012 to receive full consideration. In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and World Class Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunity at 216- 368-8877 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. Case Western Reserve University is a private university located in Cleveland, Ohio. Faculty research interests in the Department of Biology at CWRU include Animal Behavior, Cell and Developmental Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Neurobiology, and Plant Biotechnology. In addition to on-campus facilities, CWRU owns and operates University Farms, a 389-acre property that includes laboratory and greenhouse facilities, and participates in cooperative programs with the Holden Arboretum, Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Student Positions in Amphibian Evolutionary Ecology & Conservation Biology
Graduate students positions for Fall 2012 are available in my laboratory for highly motivated individuals interested in evolutionary ecology and conservation biology. Current research in my laboratory includes capture-mark-recapture studies of dispersal patterns in wood frogs, mesocosm and laboratory studies of how genetic variation affects ecological processes, and large-scale surveys to test hypotheses about local and landscape effects. Additionally, funding is now available for a graduate student to conduct research investigating how habitat destruction impacts Ambystoma salamander demography. Case Western Reserve University is located in Cleveland, Ohio. Research areas in the Department of Biology at CWRU include Neurobiology and Behavior, Cell and Developmental Biology, and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. In addition to on-campus facilities, CWRU owns and operates University Farms, a 389-acre property that includes field research, laboratory and greenhouse facilities. Additionally, CWRU participates in cooperative programs with the Holden Arboretum, Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. More information on my laboratory and links with information on applying to graduate school at Case Western Reserve University can be found here: http://filer.case.edu/mfb38/lab/benardlab.html Interested students should email me (Mike Benard mf...@case.edu) to introduce themselves. Attach a copy of your CV, and be sure to let me know why you are interested in working with me, and what type of research you are interested in doing. Dr. Mike Benard George B. Mayer Assistant Professor 126 Millis Science Center Department of Biology Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH 44106-7080 Email: mf...@case.edu Phone: (216) 368-1080
[ECOLOG-L] Amphibian ecology research assistant position
Summer Amphibian Ecology Research Assistants Positions are available for full‐time research assistants to assist with field and laboratory research on the ecology and conservation of amphibians with Dr. Michael Benard of the Biology Department at Case Western Reserve University (http://filer.case.edu/mfb38/lab/benardlab.html). The employment period is 17 May through 16 July 2010. Pay is $450 per week. Housing is provided. Description of job duties: Assist with research investigating the ecology and conservation of amphibians. Research assistants will receive preliminary training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, but will spend much of the summer at the University of Michigans E.S. George Reserve (http://sitemaker.umich.edu/esgr/home). Primary research duties include collecting metamorphosing wood frogs at drift fences, measuring and marking those metamorphosing frogs, and then releasing them at the point of capture. Additional duties include assisting with experiments, dipnet‐sampling ponds, and repairing and building drift fences. Fieldwork includes early‐morning and late‐night work with amphibians. Requirements: Valid drivers license required. Experience: Some previous experience conducting ecological field research is preferred. Ideally, this experience should include work with amphibians and aquatic invertebrates in the field. Research assistants must be able to work outdoors in sometimes difficult weather conditions. Research assistants must be comfortable anesthetizing and marking small (~1 cm) amphibians with injections of Visible Implant Elastomer. To apply: email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Michael Benard at mf...@case.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Research Assistant in amphibian evolutionary ecology
Advertisement: Research Assistant 2, Biology (Job 8238) A position is available for a full-time research assistant to assist with field and laboratory research on the evolutionary ecology of amphibians in Dr. Michael Benards laboratory at Case Western Reserve University. More information about the lab is available at: http://filer.case.edu/mfb38/lab/benardlab.html Description of job duties: Perform research investigating evolution and population dynamics of amphibians and the ecological communities in which they exist. Essential functions include: Conduct laboratory and mesocosm experiments investigating the relationship between amphibians and their predators; Participate in care of the laboratory amphibian colony; Assist with sampling wetlands in Ohio and Michigan to assess the abundance of amphibians, insects, and fish inhabiting wetland communities (Involves work outdoors carrying nets and heavy sampling equipment); Help construct and maintain outdoor field enclosures and mesocosms; Identify and measure preserved specimens of amphibians, fish and insects; Collect and analyze data from field samples, digital photographs, and preserved specimens; Train new staff and students in data collection and animal care; May assist in developing improved techniques, projection methods or procedures. Requirements: Experience -- 1 to 3 years of experience conducting ecological or evolutionary research using amphibians, aquatic insects, or fish. Ideally, this experience should include work with live animals in the field, live animals in the laboratory, and preserved specimens. Education/licensing -- Minimum requirement of a bachelors degree in Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Conservation Biology, or related field. Valid drivers license required. Essential skills -- Has knowledge of the basic ecology of species found in wetland communities, including amphibians, invertebrates and fish. Has knowledge of basic techniques used to sample amphibians, aquatic invertebrates, and fish. This includes collection, preservation, and identification of specimens. Has knowledge of basic animal-care procedures to maintain captive colony of amphibians. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Technical skills -- Ability to sample amphibians, aquatic invertebrates and fish in wetlands. Ability to preserve specimens and to use dissecting scope to identify specimens. Ability to use basic spreadsheet or statistical software on a computer. Case offers a flexible benefits package including tuition waiver for employees and dependents. To Apply: respond in confidence, including salary history, cover letter, resume, three professional references and job code #8238 (email strongly encouraged): CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY, Human Resources Dept., 10900 Euclid Ave., Crawford Hall, Cleve., OH.44106-7047, Fax: 216 368 4678, E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (word.doc) http://www.cwru.edu. World Class Diversity Honored to be recognized as one of the 99 Great Workplaces for Top Talent in Northeast Ohio (2004-2007)
remote audio monitoring equipment question
Dear Ecolog-L members, My colleagues and I are beginning a pilot study to monitor amphibians. We are looking for information on microphones for remotely recording frog calls several times a night throughout the breeding season. We have remote data stations at several ponds currently collecting weather and water level data. We plan to record calling frogs as a measure of male activity throughout the breeding season, and so we need to purchase several omnidirectional microphones to connect to our data stations. These microphones would be outdoors (but in a sheltered container) in cold (-5 C to 15 C) and damp conditions for approximately four months during the breeding season. Can any of you recommend a brand/model of microphone for this purpose? Do you have an opinion on the quality of the microphones available from Bedford Technical (http://www.frogloggers.com/)? Thanks for your help. Mike _ Michael F. Benard Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology The University of Michigan Natural Science Building (Kraus) 830 North University Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1048 Phone: 734-764-9426 FAX: 734-763-0544
