[ECOLOG-L] FIELD ECOLOGY RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS

[Nat Holland]

FIELD ECOLOGY RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS
LOCATION:  Sonoran Desert/Gulf of California, Bahia de Kino (Kino Bay),
Sonora, Mexico

DURATION:  mid April through early July, 2009 (some flexibility in exact
start/end dates). 

DESCRIPTION:  Four highly motivated research assistants are sought for field
studies on the ecology and evolution of the pollination mutualism between
senita cacti and senita moths and the protection mutualism between senita
cacti and ants in the Sonoran Desert. Successful applicants will contribute
to data management through computer database software and to data collection
through the implementation and monitoring of experimental and observational
studies in the field. Research topics include pollination ecology and plant
reproductive biology, insect behavior and life histories, and demography and
population dynamics of plants and insects. Opportunities exist for
successful applicants to develop independent projects. Further information
on the research can be found at http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/index.html

QUALIFICATIONS: Applications should have background in, be pursuing, or have
a degree in biology, botany, ecology, entomology, environmental studies, or
other related field. Successful applicants should be able to work
independently and as a part of a team, during often long irregular
(nocturnal) hours under harsh, hot environmental conditions. Attention to
detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and computer skills (MS Excel) are
desirable; bi-lingual English-Spanish skills are desirable, but not
required. Successful applicants must be able to show respectful, tolerant
behavior of others while living together in a beach house on the Gulf of
California.

COMPENSATION: Housing, food, and a monthly stipend (U.S. $1,200/month). 

APPLICATION: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names,
addresses, and e-mails of three persons who can provide letters of
recommendation. Electronic applications are encouraged and should be sent by
e-mail, as a single pdf attachment, to Dr. Nat Holland: jholl...@rice.edu .
Postal mail applications may be submitted to the Department of Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology, Rice University MS-170, 6100 Main St., Houston, Texas
77005, U.S.A. Review of applications will begin March 6, 2009 and continue
until the positions are filled. 

Seasonal Field Research Positions

[Nat Holland]

SEASONAL FIELD RESEARCH POSITIONS

Two research positions are available to assist with field studies from
early April through July in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico.
Highly motivated individuals are sought who can work independently and as
a team. Opportunities exist for assistants to develop independent
projects. Field sites are primarily at Bahia de Kino in Sonora, Mexico and
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in southwestern Arizona. Field
assistants are expected to contribute to data management and data
collection, including the implementation and monitoring of experimental,
observational, and laboratory studies. Research topics range from
pollination ecology and plant reproductive biology to mutualistic
interactions between senita cacti and senita moths, their demography and
population dynamics, and the community ecology of ant-plant interactions.
Field assistants are compensated with lodging, food, and a monthly
stipend. Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, computer
skills, and experience with MS Excel are desirable, as well as the ability
to work irregular (nocturnal) hours under sometimes harsh hot
environmental conditions. Applicants should submit cover letter, resume,
and two letters of reference (along with their names, addresses, phone
numbers, and emails) to: Dr. J. Nathaniel Holland, Department of Ecology
and Evolutionary Biology, Rice University, MS-170, 6100 Main St., Houston,
Texas 77005-1892; . Electronic applications will
be accepted if submitted as a single pdf file. Application review begins
21 February and continues until positions are filled. Further information
can be found at 



J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University, MS 170
6100 South Main St.
Houston, Texas 77005-1892
FAX:  713-348-5232
Phone:  713-348-3987
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/

Graduate student positions

[Nat Holland]

Sorry if this is a duplicate message, ecolog indicated to me to resend the
announcement as it may not have been posted to listserv.


January 2, 2006

I am currently accepting applications for highly motivated graduate
students into my laboratory in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology at Rice University in Houston, Texas. My research examines the
influences of interspecific interactions on the ecological and
evolutionary dynamics of populations and communities. Specifically, I am
interested in the influences of mutualism on patterns and processes across
populations, food webs, and ecosystems. While my research has focused on
pollination biology and plant-insect interactions, in particular the
mutualism between senita cacti and pollinating seed-consuming senita moths
in the Sonoran Desert, I am amenable to students developing projects on
other study systems, whether they be in the Sonoran Desert, local to
Texas, or otherwise. Further information on my research, application
procedures, and the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Rice
can be found at <http://eeb.rice.edu/>. Interested students may contact me
at <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>.

Sincerely,
Nat Holland



J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University, MS 170
6100 South Main St.
Houston, Texas 77005-1892
FAX:  713-348-5232
Phone:  713-348-3987
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/

Research Assistant positions

[Nat Holland]

Sorry if this is a duplicate message, ecolog indicated to me to resend the
announcement as it may not have been posted to listserv.


RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS IN FIELD ECOLOGY:
Two research positions are available from mid-April to July 2006 to assist
in the study of the specialized pollination mutualism between senita cacti
and senita moths in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico. Highly
motivated individuals are sought who can work independently and as a team.
Opportunities exist for field assistants to develop independent research
projects during the course of the field season. The primary location for
the field studies will be Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in
southwestern Arizona. Selected candidates for the positions will assist
with implementation and monitoring of experimental, observational, and
laboratory studies, data collection, and data management.  Research topics
include flower visitation behavior of senita moths, pollination biology of
cacti, and the demography and population dynamics of moths and cacti.
QUALIFICATIONS: Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks,
computer skills, and experience with MS Excel are desirable.  Ability to
work irregular hours under sometimes harsh hot environmental conditions.
Food, lodging, and a monthly stipend will be provided. APPLICATION:
Submit cover letter (including names, addresses, telephone, email of three
referees), resume, and three letters of reference to the below contact
address.  Electronic applications will be accepted if submitted as a pdf.
Review of applications begins 15 February and will continue until
positions are filled. CONTACT:  Dr. J. Nathaniel Holland, Department of
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Rice University, MS-170, 6100 South Main
St., Houston, Texas 77005-1892; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>


J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University, MS 170
6100 South Main St.
Houston, Texas 77005-1892
FAX:  713-348-5232
Phone:  713-348-3987
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/

Graduate Student Positions

[Nat Holland]

January 2, 2006

I am currently accepting applications for highly motivated graduate
students into my laboratory in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology at Rice University in Houston, Texas. My research examines the
influences of interspecific interactions on the ecological and
evolutionary dynamics of populations and communities. Specifically, I am
interested in the influences of mutualism on patterns and processes across
populations, food webs, and ecosystems. While my research has focused on
pollination biology and plant-insect interactions, in particular the
mutualism between senita cacti and pollinating seed-consuming senita moths
in the Sonoran Desert, I am amenable to students developing projects on
other study systems, whether they be in the Sonoran Desert, local to
Texas, or otherwise. Further information on my research, application
procedures, and the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Rice
can be found at <http://eeb.rice.edu/>. Interested students may contact me
at <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>.

Sincerely,
Nat Holland


J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University, MS 170
6100 South Main St.
Houston, Texas 77005-1892
FAX:  713-348-5232
Phone:  713-348-3987
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/

RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS IN FIELD ECOLOGY

[Nat Holland]

RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS IN FIELD ECOLOGY:
Two research positions are available from mid-April to July 2006 to assist
in the study of the specialized pollination mutualism between senita cacti
and senita moths in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico. Highly
motivated individuals are sought who can work independently and as a team.
Opportunities exist for field assistants to develop independent research
projects during the course of the field season. The primary location for
the field studies will be Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in
southwestern Arizona. Selected candidates for the positions will assist
with implementation and monitoring of experimental, observational, and
laboratory studies, data collection, and data management.  Research topics
include flower visitation behavior of senita moths, pollination biology of
cacti, and the demography and population dynamics of moths and cacti.
QUALIFICATIONS: Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks,
computer skills, and experience with MS Excel are desirable.  Ability to
work irregular hours under sometimes harsh hot environmental conditions.
Food, lodging, and a monthly stipend will be provided. APPLICATION:
Submit cover letter (including names, addresses, telephone, email of three
referees), resume, and three letters of reference to the below contact
address.  Electronic applications will be accepted if submitted as a pdf.
Review of applications begins 15 February and will continue until
positions are filled. CONTACT:  Dr. J. Nathaniel Holland, Department of
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Rice University, MS-170, 6100 South Main
St., Houston, Texas 77005-1892; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>



J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University, MS 170
6100 South Main St.
Houston, Texas 77005-1892
FAX:  713-348-5232
Phone:  713-348-3987
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~jholland/