[ECOLOG-L] Biostatistician Assistant Professor position, UNLV
POSITION TITLE The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor - Biostatistics PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu. ROLE of the POSITION The School of Community Health Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas is recruiting for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in Biostatistics at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates must have a solid methodological background in biostatistics, excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong interest in teaching and mentoring of both Masters and PhD degree-seeking graduate students, and ability to collaborate with research investigators in community health and/or related fields of study. QUALIFICATIONS Candidates are required to have a Ph.D in biostatistics, statistics, or similar field. The candidate must be from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accredited organization. Preferred candidates will have demonstrated post-doc experience, teaching ability and a strong record of independent and competitively funded research SALARY RANGE Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. APPLICATION DETAILS Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The review of materials will begin [insert date], and will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLVs on-line applicant portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-2894 or hrsea...@unlv.edu. [Note: formal posting will occur soon]
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botanist Position, Forested Mojave Desert
The School of Environmental and Public Affairs at the University of Nevada Las Vegas seeks a seasonal botanist for an ongoing vegetation project taking place in four national parks within the Mojave Desert. The position is an hourly position available for three or more months. The position is available immediately and is based at offices with the National Park Service in Boulder City, Nevada. Work over the next several weeks and months will involve 8-day trips (with 6 days off) to the high-elevation areas of Death Valley National Park and 8- or 4-day trips to higher areas of Mojave National Preserve. Data on full plant community composition will be collected on 0.1-ha plots. Travel time from Boulder City to the field sites is paid, but we cannot pay for commutes to Boulder City not on project time. The pay rate is highly competitive at approx. $18/hr. The botanist will work with a team of five other botanists and our current set up is three teams of two that work closely together in the same areas. Qualifications: Completed undergraduate degree in botany, ecology, or a closely related field is required. Coursework in botany is desirable. Documented fieldwork experience in plant community sampling is essential. Experience in the desert Southwest is preferred. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Nevada driver’s license are required. The ability to use a GPS, walk over uneven terrain to access sample plots, and conduct fieldwork in a desert environment is required. The ability to work with, and coordinate activities with, the university PI (Abella), other UNLV staff including other seasonal botanists, and National Park Service staff is required. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email only to Sharon Altman (sharon.alt...@unlv.edu). Cover letters can be addressed to: Dr. Scott Abella, School of Environmental and Public Affairs, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4030. In the cover letter, please document botanical experience through coursework or fieldwork, as well as describe plant community/botany fieldwork experience. With your resume, please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references, as well as academic transcripts (unofficial copies are ok). Again, do not mail hard copies, applications will be reviewed via email only.
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor Job - Visiting - UNLV
I am passing this message along. Teaching also will likely include ENV 220 (ecological principles) and potentially opportunities for research collaborations in desert ecology in the Las Vegas region. I must stress that I have nothing to do with the hiring and am simply passing this along, but would be happy to discuss our programs with potential applicants to the position. UNLV's new School of Environmental and Public Affairs will be hiring a one year Visiting Asst. Professor in Environmental Studies for the 2010-11 year. The position will most likely be a 3-4 load with 3 to 5 of those courses being new preps. The position requires someone capable of covering courses such as (some not all): ENV 101 -- Environmental Science Environmental Policy -- upper division course Environment and Development -- sophomore level Climate Change course -- sophomore level a Sustainable Planning and Design course (upper division) an Environmental Sociology course (upper division) perhaps one graduate seminar – a special topics course that builds on the successful candidate’s primary area(s) of expertise Pay will be somewhere in the range of $40 to $44k with decent travel $. It is not clear at this time if there is potential for staying longer than one year given the uncertainty in our budget climate. The successful applicant will start in mid-August 2010 and ideally will have a PhD in hand, but ABD candidates will be competitive for this position. To be considered applicants need to submit a vitae and letter of interest to: Edward Weber Professor and Director School of Environmental and Public Affairs University of Nevada Las Vegas Email: edward.we...@unlv.edu Subject line should read “Visiting Prof position.”
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botanist Positions, winter Mojave Desert
The School of Environmental and Public Affairs at the University of Nevada Las Vegas seeks 2 seasonal botanists for an ongoing vegetation project taking place in the Grand Cliffs area and four national parks within the Mojave Desert. The position is an hourly position available for three or more months during the fall/winter in the Mojave Desert. The position is available approximately September 15 and is based at offices with the National Park Service in Boulder City, Nevada. Work over the next several weeks and months will involve daily trips in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and 4- to 8-day trips to the Grand Cliffs area in Arizona, Mojave National Preserve, and Death Valley. Data on full plant community composition will be collected on 0.1-ha plots. Travel time from Boulder City to the field sites is paid, but we cannot pay for commutes to Boulder City not on project time. The pay rate is highly competitive at approx. $18/hr. The botanist will work with a team of five other botanists and our current set up is three teams of two that work closely together in the same areas. Qualifications: Completed undergraduate degree in botany, ecology, or a closely related field is required. Coursework in botany is desirable. Documented fieldwork experience in plant community sampling is essential. Experience in the desert Southwest is preferred. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Nevada driver’s license are required. The ability to use a GPS, walk over uneven terrain to access sample plots, and conduct fieldwork in a desert environment is required, including the ability to hike up to several miles to access research plots. The ability to work with, and coordinate activities with, the university PI (Abella), other UNLV staff including other botanists, and National Park Service staff is required. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email only to Sharon Altman (sharon.alt...@unlv.edu). Cover letters can be addressed to: Dr. Scott Abella, School of Environmental and Public Affairs, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4030. In the cover letter, please document botanical experience through coursework or fieldwork, as well as describe plant community/botany fieldwork experience. With your resume, please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references, as well as academic transcripts (unofficial copies are ok). Again, please do not mail hard copies; applications will be reviewed via email only. Information on our research group is available from: http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor Position in Energy, UNLV
This position may be a good fit for candidates who have ecology/conservation/natural resources backgrounds (such as an undergraduate degree in those areas) with higher-level expertise in energy policy. A major stumbling block in implementing renewable energy projects (primarily solar and wind) in the desert Southwest is the tremendous amounts of public land (BLM) the government wishes to disturb (and the corresponding impacts to habitat, species of concern, etc) to accomplish these 'green' projects. Progress in finding solutions to these vexing problems would be a large step forward. I am not on the hiring committee so please do not contact me (follow procedures below), but would be happy to answer general questions about the program, etc. Full advertisement: http://www.higheredjobs.com/institution/details.cfm? JobCode=175462440&aID=584 The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Greenspun College of Urban Affairs invites applications for Assistant Professor of Energy Policy in the School of Environmental and Public Affairs. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu. ROLE of the POSITION The School of Environmental and Public Affairs at UNLV invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position in U.S. (federal and state-level) Energy Policy to start in Fall 2011. The position requires research experience, training, and interest in alternative and/or renewable energy, such as solar. The ideal candidate will possess an interdisciplinary perspective with respect to energy policy, familiarity with a range of energy technologies, and a science foundation allowing for participation in science and public policy initiatives. Candidates should be able to teach science-based energy policy and climate change courses, as well as a 100-level Introduction to Environmental Science course. This position will contribute to campus-wide efforts to promote solar and other renewable energy in the region. Responsibilities include: teaching and advising graduate and undergraduate students; contributing to a PhD program; establishing and maintaining a consistently productive program of scholarly publications and grants; and engaging in appropriate department, college, university, and professional service activities. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants should have a Ph.D. in the appropriate area of specialization from an accredited college or university, but ABDs who will receive their degrees by August 2011 will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong academic record and demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching. Scholarly publications, research grants and evidence of teaching experience are highly desirable. SALARY RANGE Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. APPLICATION DETAILS Submit a letter of interest to include existing SEPA courses or new courses you can teach and discuss how their research focus relates to energy policy, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The review of materials will begin October 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Krystyna Stave, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-2894 or hrsea...@unlv.edu. Application Information Contact:University of Nevada Las Vegas Online App. Form: https://hrsearch.unlv.edu Scott R. Abella Assistant Research Professor School of Environmental and Public Affairs University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154-4030 (702) 895-5163 scott.abe...@unlv.edu http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botanist Position, spring flora in the Mojave Desert
The School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas seeks a skilled seasonal botanist with experience botanizing in the desert Southwest. The position is currently for March and April, 2016. The position is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and will require travel to study sites in the southern California desert just south of Joshua Tree National Park for periods of one week or more. Qualifications: Completed undergraduate degree in botany, ecology, or a closely related field is required. Coursework in botany is desirable. Documented fieldwork experience in plant community sampling, experience in the desert Southwest, and knowledge of running GIS for trip planning is preferred. The ability to use a GPS, walk over uneven terrain to access sample plots, and conduct fieldwork in a desert environment is required, including the ability to hike to research plots. The successful applicant must have the ability to work with research staff at UNLV and other seasonal botanists to perform fieldwork. To apply, please send a resume by email only to Lindsay Chiquoine, Research Associate, UNLV, lindsay.chiquo...@unlv.edu. Information about our research group is available from: https://sites.google.com/site/scottrabella/
[ECOLOG-L] National Park Service centennial event
Sponsored by the Friends of Nevada Wilderness and REI in collaboration with the University of Nevada Las Vegas and Natural Resource Conservation LLC, there will be a free one-hour book talk on the NPS Centennial book titled "Conserving America's National Parks" on March 3, 2016, at the REI at Boca Park, Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is free and open to the public. The link to the event is under the News heading on: https://sites.google.com/site/conservingnationalparks/
[ECOLOG-L] Outreach notice, future Masters Research Assistantship restoration ecology
Outreach Notice for Graduate Research Assistantship in Restoration Ecology, University of Nevada Las Vegas This is an early alert that a Graduate Research Assistantship may become available for a Master’s Degree-seeking Native American student to start in August 2016 or after January 2017, with the School of Life Sciences at UNLV, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology program. The Assistantship would be for two years and provide a stipend, health care, and tuition and fees, plus a travel and research budget. The project, to be developed with the student, will partly occur in collaboration with the National Park Service, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The project goal is to reduce non-native plants while increasing native plants, including culturally important native plants, in unique canyons along the Colorado River. Further information on the program and university is accessible via the School of Life Sciences website (http://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences). UNLV is an urban university, but is surrounded by extensive public land in Nevada and neighboring states. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. See also the UNLV American Indian Alliance for student resources (https://www.unlv.edu/aia). The successful student would work with our Applied Ecology Research Program, which focuses on restoration ecology and conservation ecology. Examples of some of our recent and current projects, plus information for prospective students, are available on our lab website: https://abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/home/ Our intention with this early alert is to identify with students who may be interested in formally applying for admission to UNLV as a degree-seeking Master’s student when a research assistantship is officially available, ideally late in 2016 or early 2017. Admission requirements for Master’s students with the UNLV School of Life Sciences include a B.S. or B.A. undergraduate degree in biological sciences, ecology, or similar, and a minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00 for the undergraduate degree. Interested candidates should email me (scott.abe...@unlv.edu) a CV/resume summarizing work experience, undergraduate degree and GPA, and a statement of career objectives, including email and phone contact information. Dr. Scott R. Abella Assistant Professor, Restoration Ecology School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 89154-4004
[ECOLOG-L] PhD Assistantship-Ecology of Solar Energy
A PhD Assistantship is available with the University of Nevada Las Vegas, posted on behalf of Dr. Dale Devitt. Please direct any inquiries to Dr. Devitt, not to me, as I am just passing this along. PhD Assistantship available, Biology, University of Nevada Las Vegas. Investigating the impact of solar energy facilities on desert ecosystems, with emphasis on energy balance alterations within adjacent plant communities. Please make inquiries to Dr. D. A. Devitt in the School of Life Sciences, University of Nevada Las Vegas. dale.dev...@unlv.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Photos of Desert Tortoises
The non-profit Desert Tortoise Council is reaching out to the ecological research community to see if field biologists may be willing to share for our use photos of desert tortoises interacting with habitat features. We are interested in photos of the desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) specifically in the Mojave Desert (not the Sonoran Desert). We are working on a management synthesis, and we would, of course, provide full photo credits to the photographer for any photos used. We are interested in a few images that specifically show the following: 1. Desert tortoise burrow below a perennial plant, zoomed slightly out to show context, or a tortoise using a perennial plant as cover site. 2. Photos of the Desert Tortoise Natural Area, in California. An ideal one would be a view along a fenceline showing a comparison of inside versus outside the fence. 3. Any photos of a tortoise actively foraging on an annual or perennial plant. 4. Any photo of a tortoise with cattle or feral burros or horses around it. 5. Any photo of tortoise on a burned area. We would not need a ton of photos, just a few selected that you may be willing to share. Photos can be emailed to me at abella...@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting non-profit conservation efforts. Scott R. Abella, PhD Desert Tortoise Council abella...@gmail.com
[ECOLOG-L] PhD Assistantship Available, NSF Plant Ecology, UNLV
PhD Graduate Assistantship: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, funded by NSF A PhD research assistantship, funded by the National Science Foundation for approximately three years, is available with the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV). The successful student will become part of a vibrant, interdisciplinary research team examining environmental influences of solar energy development in the Mojave Desert. The PhD research project will focus on ecological relationships among solar energy developments, vegetation, and soil properties. Additional description of the project is provided at the end of this advertisement. This project is a good fit for students with backgrounds and interest in plant ecology, botany, soil science, and ecological restoration. This project component does not focus on wildlife, and students not interested in plants and soil should not apply. The successful student will earn a PhD in Biological Sciences, emphasizing Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The start date for the position ideally is summer 2015, but August 2015 also is possible. The successful applicant must meet admission requirements to the PhD program of the School of Life Sciences (http://sols.unlv.edu/). Additionally, to be considered for this position, applicants must have: a) completed master’s degree or graduation date by May 2015. b) performed documented, field-based ecological research as part of master’s degree research. In rare cases, other extensive fieldwork experience is substitutable if the master’s did not involve field research. c) have one or more manuscripts or technical reports published, or in preparation, from an ecological project, ideally flowing from master’s degree research. d) the ability to perform data collection and fieldwork on uneven terrain in a hot, desert environment. e) driver’s license providing the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in Nevada. Candidates should be self-motivated and have an interest in working and living in southern Nevada and being part of UNLV graduate and research programs. Candidates should also have an interest in advancing ecological science while blending practical restoration actions for conserving ecosystems. Examples of some of my past work are available from: https://sites.google.com/site/scottrabella/ Further information on the program and university is accessible via the School of Life Sciences website (http://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences). UNLV is an urban university, but is surrounded by extensive public land. Public lands directly accessible from Las Vegas include Lake Mead National Recreation Area (National Park Service), Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), Desert National Wildlife Refuge (Fish and Wildlife Service), and the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Forest Service). Plant communities span desert scrub to high-elevation forest. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. Interested candidates should email me (scott.abe...@unlv.edu) the following: (a) 1-page statement of interest outlining your background, coursework, research and publication experience including fieldwork, and research interests and career goals; (b) CV or resume including undergraduate and masters degrees and GPA, and employment and professional experience; and (c) in your email, please use a subject line of: Assistantship – NSF (your name). With that subject line we will receive your materials, and we will contact applicants directly for further consideration. Please submit the 1-page research interests and CV combined as a single PDF, via email only, to scott.abe...@unlv.edu. Materials can be addressed to: Dr. Scott R. Abella School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 89154-4004 Overall Project Description of NSF-funded, Nevada Water-Energy-Environment Nexus Project Water and energy are intertwined in that water transport and treatment require energy. Intriguingly, the generation of all forms of energy, except wind, requires water. The potential benefits of renewable sources include energy independence and curbing of greenhouse gases. However, their deployment typically is on a large scale with significant environmental implications, including visual impact, land use alteration, air pollution, impact to flora and fauna, soil disturbance, habitat destruction, and water resources demand. Nevada is among the primary locations for solar energy development because of the abundance of sunlight and land. Ironically, Nevada has little water, and the exponential population growth experienced by the region in the last decades has exhausted its water allocation from the Colorado River. The need for water to develop solar energy constitutes an additional challenge to the water-energy nexus in Nevada because solar energy typically requires water for cooling and washing dust accumulated on solar mirrors and panels. In addition, Nevada
[ECOLOG-L] Funded PhD Research Assistantship - Ecology
We are still accepting applications for a limited time for a PhD Research Assistantship (funded by NSF) at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. The goal of this position is to conduct integrated research on effects of disturbance and restoration in Mojave Desert ecosystems of the arid Southwest. A PDF with further information and application instructions is available from: https://sites.google.com/site/scottrabella/ Get applications in soon before this great opportunity closes! Scott R. Abella, Assistant Professor of Restoration Ecology, University of Nevada Las Vegas
[ECOLOG-L] Early Alert: Exotic Species Research Assistant, UNLV
Early Job Posting Alert Research Assistant, Exotic Species Monitoring and Assessment Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group In collaboration with the Mojave Inventory and Monitoring Network of the National Park Service, the Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group at the University of Nevada Las Vegas is providing an early alert for an anticipated position posting. This position will involve developing protocols for the early detection, trend analysis, and treatment effectiveness monitoring of exotic plant species across seven national parks in the Mojave Desert. Exotic species are often considered second only to direct habitat loss in causing extinctions of indigenous species. In Mojave Desert national parks, invasive annual grasses and other exotic species are altering fire regimes, threatening native species recruitment, exacerbating effects of climate change on native biota, and reducing the visual appeal of park landscapes. These effects hinder abilities of parks to meet conservation objectives. Practical and cost-effective strategies are needed for reducing impacts of exotic species, and strong inventory and monitoring information is a key step in developing such strategies. The position will be primarily based at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. Work also will be conducted on the campus of the University of Nevada Las Vegas. This position is a good fit for someone interested in applied research targeted to assist resource managers in developing monitoring protocols for actual on-the-ground management of exotic species on national park lands. The position will be based in one location, but will include interaction with all seven Mojave Network parks: Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Mojave National Preserve, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, and Great Basin National Parks, Parashant National Monument, and Manzanar National Historic Park. These parks collectively exceed three million hectares in size, and span an elevational range from below sea level in Death Valley to 4,000 m alpine mountains. Travel will not be a major component of the position, although data gathering and field visits may be conducted at several parks. This position will primarily involve office work synthesizing data, conducting literature reviews of exotic species ecology and monitoring protocols, working with GIS, and preparing reports and manuscripts but targeted fieldwork is expected to be a component. This position is an applied research position and the candidate will carry out objectives for developing an exotic plant species monitoring protocol to be used by Mojave network parks. Close collaboration with the university PI, other members of the research group, and National Park Service staff will be required. Basic skills in GIS, sampling design, and statistical analyses are needed, together with knowledge of plant ecology and a willingness to engage in applied research with management implications. A highly motivated individual is required to implement and complete this project within a two-year time frame. This position is expected to be a full-time, externally funded position contingent upon grant funding. Funding for year 2 is contingent upon satisfactory progress in meeting project objectives and approval of the budget and performance by the Mojave Network Board of Directors. It is possible that new grants can extend the position beyond two years. We anticipate posting this position in September 2008. Qualifications will include a M.S. degree in natural resources management, ecology, ecological informatics, or a related field; coursework and experience in sampling design, statistical analyses, and GIS; and a demonstrated commitment to produce written products and interact with others in accomplishing research objectives. A field-based thesis that included sampling plant communities or a similar applied research-based thesis is preferred. The candidate must be able to obtain a Nevada drivers license and pass a background investigation for access to National Park Service facilities and computers. The candidate will become a member of the highly productive Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group, housed at the UNLV Public Lands Institute and School of Life Sciences. This group is coordinated by Dr. Scott Abella (http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/) and includes a team of Research Assistants and graduate students. The group is producing 10-15 peer-reviewed publications per year and specializes in applied ecology with management implications for ecological restoration, revegetation, exotic species containment, and fire. Major funding sources include the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Joint Fire Science Program. More information about our group is available from http://publiclands.unlv.edu/ddfrg/Home.htm (use IE). The position is based in Boulder City, Nevada, with a population of 15,000 and distinctly separated from the Las
[ECOLOG-L] Botanist - full-time permanent - BLM southern Nevada
The Bureau of Land Management, Las Vegas Field Office in southern Nevada, has posted the position of Botanist to USA jobs: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=75923113&AVSDM=2008%2D09% 2D19+11%3A31% 3A04&Logo=0&q=botanist&lid=18152&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&brd=3876&ss=0&FedPub= Y&SUBMIT1.x=45&SUBMIT1.y=16 Scott R. Abella Assistant Research Professor, Vegetation Ecology Public Lands Institute and School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040 (702) 895-5163 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/
[ECOLOG-L] Job: full-time research assistant - exotic species - UNLV
Research Assistant, Exotic Species Monitoring and Assessment Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group In collaboration with the Mojave Desert Network Inventory and Monitoring program (Mojave Network I&M) of the National Park Service, the Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group at the University of Nevada Las Vegas seeks applicants for the position of Research Assistant. This position will involve developing protocols for the early detection, trend analysis, and treatment effectiveness monitoring of exotic plant species across seven national parks in the Mojave Desert. Exotic species are often considered second only to direct habitat loss in causing extinctions of indigenous species. In Mojave Desert national parks, invasive annual grasses and other exotic species are altering fire regimes, threatening native species recruitment, exacerbating effects of climate change on native biota, and reducing the visual appeal of park landscapes. These effects hinder abilities of parks to meet conservation objectives. Practical and cost- effective strategies are needed for reducing impacts of exotic species, and strong inventory and monitoring information is a key step in developing such strategies. The position will be primarily based at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. Work also will be conducted on the campus of the University of Nevada Las Vegas. This position is a good fit for someone interested in applied research targeted to assist resource managers in developing monitoring protocols for actual on-the-ground management of exotic species on national park lands. The position will be based in one location, but will include interaction with all seven Mojave Network I&M parks: Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Mojave National Preserve, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, and Great Basin National Parks, Parashant National Monument, and Manzanar National Historic Park. These parks collectively exceed three million hectares in size, and span an elevational range from below sea level in Death Valley to 4,000 m alpine mountains. Travel will not be a major component of the position, although data gathering and field visits may be conducted at several parks. This position will primarily involve office work �C synthesizing data, conducting literature reviews of exotic species ecology and monitoring protocols, working with GIS, and preparing reports and manuscripts �C but targeted fieldwork is expected to be a component. This position is a full-time, externally funded position contingent upon grant funding. The position is fully funded for one year and is authorized for funding for a second year pending satisfactory project progress and authorization from the Mojave Network I&M Board. The salary for the position is $36,000/year and includes health/retirement benefits and 24 days of vacation/year. The candidate will become a member of the highly productive Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group, housed at the UNLV Public Lands Institute and Department of Environmental Studies. This group is coordinated by Dr. Scott Abella (http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/) and includes a team of Research Assistants and graduate students. The group is producing 10-15 peer-reviewed publications per year and specializes in applied ecology with management implications for ecological restoration, revegetation, exotic species containment, and fire. Major funding sources include the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Joint Fire Science Program. More information about our group is available from http://publiclands.unlv.edu/ddfrg/Home.htm The position is based in Boulder City, Nevada, with a population of 15,000 and distinctly separated from the Las Vegas Valley by a mountain range. Nearby Las Vegas is a large urban area, but is surrounded by millions of hectares of public land. Public lands accessible in less than a 45-minute drive from Las Vegas include the 600,000-ha Lake Mead National Recreation Area (National Park Service), 80,000-ha Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), 600,000-ha Desert National Wildlife Refuge (Fish and Wildlife Service), and the 130,000-ha Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Forest Service). Plant communities span desert creosote scrub to high-elevation bristlecone pine forests. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. Red Rock Canyon is a renowned rock climbing area, and winter activities are available on the high-elevation Spring Mountains. Kayaking and water opportunities are afforded by Lake Mead and the Colorado River. An extensive hiking and mountain bike trail system also exists in desert mountains accessible from the city streets of Boulder City itself and immediately adjacent to the office building where this position will be housed. These trail systems lead directly into Lake Mead National Recreat
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Exotic Species Research, UNLV
We are still accepting applications for this position, which was previously posted to Ecolog. We encourage interested candidates to apply. In collaboration with the Mojave Desert Network Inventory and Monitoring program (Mojave Network I&M) of the National Park Service, the Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group at the University of Nevada Las Vegas seeks applicants for the position of Research Assistant. This position will involve developing protocols for the early detection, trend analysis, and treatment effectiveness monitoring of exotic plant species across seven national parks in the Mojave Desert. Exotic species are often considered second only to direct habitat loss in causing extinctions of indigenous species. In Mojave Desert national parks, invasive annual grasses and other exotic species are altering fire regimes, threatening native species recruitment, exacerbating effects of climate change on native biota, and reducing the visual appeal of park landscapes. These effects hinder abilities of parks to meet conservation objectives. Practical and cost- effective strategies are needed for reducing impacts of exotic species, and strong inventory and monitoring information is a key step in developing such strategies. The position will be primarily based at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. Work also will be conducted on the campus of the University of Nevada Las Vegas. This position is a good fit for someone interested in applied research targeted to assist resource managers in developing monitoring protocols for actual on-the-ground management of exotic species on national park lands. The position will be based in one location, but will include interaction with all seven Mojave Network I&M parks: Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Mojave National Preserve, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, and Great Basin National Parks, Parashant National Monument, and Manzanar National Historic Park. These parks collectively exceed three million hectares in size, and span an elevational range from below sea level in Death Valley to 4,000 m alpine mountains. Travel will not be a major component of the position, although data gathering and field visits may be conducted at several parks. This position will primarily involve office work �C synthesizing data, conducting literature reviews of exotic species ecology and monitoring protocols, working with GIS, and preparing reports and manuscripts �C but targeted fieldwork is expected to be a component. This position is a full-time, externally funded position contingent upon grant funding. The position is fully funded for one year and is authorized for funding for a second year pending satisfactory project progress and authorization from the Mojave Network I&M Board. The salary for the position is competitive and includes health/retirement benefits and 24 days of vacation/year. The candidate will become a member of the highly productive Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group, housed at the UNLV Public Lands Institute and Department of Environmental Studies. This group is coordinated by Dr. Scott Abella (http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/) and includes a team of Research Assistants and graduate students. The group is producing 10-15 peer-reviewed publications per year and specializes in applied ecology with management implications for ecological restoration, revegetation, exotic species containment, and fire. Major funding sources include the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Joint Fire Science Program. More information about our group is available from http://publiclands.unlv.edu/ddfrg/Home.htm The position is based in Boulder City, Nevada, with a population of 15,000 and distinctly separated from the Las Vegas Valley by a mountain range. Nearby Las Vegas is a large urban area, but is surrounded by millions of hectares of public land. Public lands accessible in less than a 45-minute drive from Las Vegas include the 600,000-ha Lake Mead National Recreation Area (National Park Service), 80,000-ha Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), 600,000-ha Desert National Wildlife Refuge (Fish and Wildlife Service), and the 130,000-ha Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Forest Service). Plant communities span desert creosote scrub to high-elevation bristlecone pine forests. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. Red Rock Canyon is a renowned rock climbing area, and winter activities are available on the high-elevation Spring Mountains. Kayaking and water opportunities are afforded by Lake Mead and the Colorado River. An extensive hiking and mountain bike trail system also exists in desert mountains accessible from the city streets of Boulder City itself and immediately adjacent to the office building where this position will be housed. These trail systems lead direct
[ECOLOG-L] Research Associate, Postdoctoral Position for Exotic Species Research
We seek to fill a PhD-level position of Research Associate. This position will be responsible for conducting systematic literature reviews, data analysis, and original research to guide the development of exotic species monitoring and management at national park units in the Mojave Desert. The successful candidate will produce multiple technical reports and peer- reviewed publications on key aspects of exotic plant distributions (such as distance from roads and along elevational gradients), syntheses of exotic species monitoring plans and statistical sampling approaches in other regions, methods for prioritizing species invasiveness and potential impacts to guide monitoring priorities, and habitat invasibility inquiry to address key scientific uncertainties for meeting information needs for developing a readily applicable protocol for monitoring exotic plants in the Mojave Desert. This position is an excellent fit for someone who is interested in applied ecological research that has clear conservation and management implications and who is interested in working with resource managers to develop practical scientific tools for dealing with threats from exotic species invasions in national parks. This position is a full-time, grant-funded position. The position is fully funded for one year and is authorized for funding for a second year pending satisfactory project progress and re-authorization of the funding. The salary for the position is extremely competitive and includes health/retirement benefits and 24 days of vacation/year. The necessary start date for the position is summer 2009, preferably on or before July 1. The candidate will be part of the highly productive Desert and Dryland Forest Research Group, housed at the UNLV Public Lands Institute and Department of Environmental Studies. This group is coordinated by Dr. Scott Abella (http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/) and includes a team of Research Assistants and graduate students. The group is producing 10-15 peer-reviewed publications per year and specializes in applied ecology with management implications for ecological restoration, revegetation, exotic species containment, and fire ecology. More information about our group is available from http://www.unlv.edu/staff/cengel/DDFRGHome.htm Qualifications: Required qualifications include a completed PhD degree (completed prior to June 2009) in natural resources management, ecology, conservation biology, or a related field with undergraduate and graduate GPA cumulatives of ≥ 3.0/4.0; coursework and experience in sampling design, statistical analyses, data synthesis, and GIS; a demonstrated commitment to produce written products as evidenced by the production of two or more peer- reviewed journal articles (samples of written products of finalists will be reviewed); and experience in botany/plant ecology as demonstrated through coursework or project experience. To qualify for this position, the candidate must be able to obtain a Nevada driver’s license and possibly pass a background investigation for access to National Park Service facilities and computers. Preferred qualifications include: a documented field-based research project (graduate project or during employment) that included sampling plant communities or a similar applied research-based thesis or dissertation; demonstrated experience in synthesizing existing data and scientific literature; experience with plant identification and taxonomy; research and project management experience in the desert Southwest and/or demonstrated experience with exotic species projects. Applications: Application materials must include a 1) cover letter, 2) resume, with citations of the two or more peer-reviewed publications required for the application, and 3) the name, address, telephone, and e- mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter, applicants should summarize qualifications and experience as they relate to this position, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and work experience. Materials should be addressed to Sharon Altman, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040, and are to be submitted via on-line application only at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-2894 or email hrsea...@unlv.edu. Review of applications will begin April 15 and continue until the position is filled. UNLV is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity.
[ECOLOG-L] Research Associate (PhD) - Exotic Species Ecology, UNLV
We are still accepting applications for the position of Research Associate at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, posted 3/30/2009 to Ecolog. This position is a good fit for a candidate interested in applied research in community invasibility and monitoring of exotic plant species in arid lands. We will begin reviewing applications within the next two weeks, so apply soon if you are interested. Please see the previous Ecolog posting or the advertisement at the link below on HigherEdJobs. Application is via online only and inquiries will not receive a response (please see the detailed job description) to ensure all applicants are treated equally. http://www.higheredjobs.com/institution/search.cfm?University=University% 20of%20Nevada%20Las%20Vegas&Showall=Yes&SortBy=5
Job Announcement - Weed sentry
The Public Lands Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks research assistants (one or more) to conduct vegetation surveys and research at Lake Mead National Recreation Area (LAME) and other federal lands within Clark County, Nevada. These are full-time, externally funded positions with benefits. The goals of the Weed Sentry Program are to 1) map distributions of exotic species within Clark County, 2) perform proactive containment management of targeted exotic species populations, and 3) perform research and provide treatment recommendations for control of mapped populations to local resource managers. Work is performed in a wide variety of southern Nevada's plant communities, ranging from the Mojave Desert to high-elevation forests. Responsibilities: The successful candidate(s) will conduct surveys for non-native plant species that are invasive within Clark County; map exotic plant locations using GPS and GIS technologies; conduct fieldwork using pesticides and power and hand tools to kill or remove non-native plant species; maintain records and databases of all survey and control data; train and coordinate interns; perform ecological restoration research; and assist in writing reports and funding proposals. Fieldwork may require significant physical exertion in remote areas, frequently in a hot, desert climate. The position will require a flexible schedule and extensive in-state travel. Overnight travel and camping under primitive conditions may also be required. In addition to the duties outlined above, the research assistant will have opportunities to prepare papers or posters for presentation at professional meetings or for publication, either separately or in conjunction with a research team. The successful candidate must pass a federal security clearance. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in botany, ecology, biology, or closely related field, with course work in plant taxonomy, plant identification, plant ecology or weed science preferred. A minimum of one year comparable experience in related fieldwork and demonstrated knowledge of plant taxonomy and plant identification is required. Working knowledge of major native and exotic species of the southwestern United States may be substituted for plant taxonomy. U.S. citizenship and valid driver's license required. Ability to swim and ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain in a hot, desert climate are required. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field, four-wheel drive and boating experience, working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, working knowledge of GPS and GIS technologies, and experience in field orientation (i.e., navigation with map and compass). Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; interest in scholarly activity and publications; familiarity with federal land management agencies; familiarity with contracted research and deliverables; an affinity for the outdoors. Review of applications will continue until suitable candidates are found and the position is closed. The position is contingent upon external funding and must be renewed annually. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications: Application materials must include a 1) current and complete resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) the name, address, telephone, and e-mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter, applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience as they relate to this position, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and work experience. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Scott R. Abella, Search Committee Chair, Public Lands Institute, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040, and are to be submitted via on-line application only at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Feldmann at (702) 895-3886 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more information, see the UNLV website at: http://www.unlv.edu, the Public Lands Institute website at http://publiclands/unlv.edu, or http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/. UNLV is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity.
M.S. Graduate Assistantship in Rare Plant Ecology
A M.S. research assistantship is available with the Public Lands Institute and the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. The project, funded by the National Park Service, will focus on the ecology of rare plant species at Lake Mead National Recreation Area to support monitoring, management, and restoration efforts of rare species and communities. Research will involve performing seed and seed bank experiments and other studies aimed at advancing our understanding of the regeneration ecology and the distribution of rare species in the eastern Mojave Desert. The student ideally will be involved in multiple publications in our research program, and Im looking for a student who will actively pursue publishing their research. The start date for the position is flexible, but ideally will be the start of spring semester in January 2007. There is a possibility to begin early work through temporary employment with the Public Lands Institute before that date. Preferred qualifications include an undergraduate degree in ecology, natural resources, botany, or a related field, and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. The student must be able to perform fieldwork in hot, desert weather, and work with research assistants currently employed on Park Service and Public Lands Institute projects. Information on the graduate program in the College of Sciences/School of Life Sciences (Department of Biological Sciences in the 2005-2007 graduate catalog) is available from the UNLV Graduate Catalog website: http://www.unlv.edu/pubs/catalogs/graduate/. Examples of my past research and publications are available from: http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/. Interested candidates should email me ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) the following: (a) 1-page statement of interest outlining your background, any research or publication experience, and research interests and career goals; (b) CV or resume including undergraduate degree and GPA; and (c) one paragraph summary of background and interests in the body of the email. In the subject line of your email, please place: Assistantship rare plants (your name). Materials will be considered until the position is filled. All materials should be addressed to the following address but submitted electronically only to: Dr. Scott R. Abella Public Lands Institute and School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Jobs: ecological restoration/vegetation research assistants
A search for the position described below remains active, and I encourage interested candidates to apply. This position is a good fit for candidates early in their careers interested in restoration ecology, research/monitoring at landscape scales, and translating scientific information into management prescriptions. The Public Lands Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks one or more research assistants for its Weed Sentry/Restoration Program to conduct vegetation surveys and research at Lake Mead National Recreation Area and other federal lands within Clark County, Nevada. These are full-time, externally funded positions with benefits. The goals of the Weed Sentry/Restoration Program are to 1) map distributions of exotic species within Clark County and occasionally perform proactive control treatments, 2) develop/perform research and monitoring projects to advance our understanding of the distribution, ecology, and control of exotic species in southern Nevada, 3) write or assist in the completion of scientific publications, and 4) provide treatment recommendations for control of exotic species to local resource managers. Work is performed in a wide variety of southern Nevadas plant communities, ranging from the Mojave Desert to high-elevation forests. Responsibilities: The successful candidate(s) will conduct surveys for non-native plant species that are invasive within Clark County; map exotic plant locations using GPS and GIS technologies; perform hand pulling or herbicide treatments in some instances; maintain records and databases of all survey data; develop/perform research and monitoring projects; write or assist in the completion of scientific publications on exotic species ecology and management; prepare or assist in the preparation of scholarly presentations at professional meetings and conferences; and assist in writing reports and funding proposals. Fieldwork may require significant physical exertion in remote areas, frequently in a hot, desert climate. The position will require a flexible schedule and frequent local travel. Overnight travel and camping under primitive conditions may also be required. Required/Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in botany, ecology, biology, or closely related field, with course work in plant taxonomy, plant identification, plant ecology or weed science preferred. A M.S. degree is preferred with a field-based thesis project. A minimum of one year comparable experience in related fieldwork and demonstrated knowledge of plant taxonomy and plant identification is required. Working knowledge of major native and exotic species of the southwestern United States may be substituted for plant taxonomy. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and GPS/GIS required. U.S. citizenship and valid drivers license required. Ability to swim and ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain in a hot, desert climate are required. The successful candidate must pass a federal security clearance. Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; interest in scholarly activity and publications; familiarity with federal land management agencies; familiarity with contracted research and deliverables; an affinity for the outdoors. Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. The position is contingent upon external funding and must be renewed annually. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications: Application materials must include a 1) current and complete resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) the name, address, telephone, and e-mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter, applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience as they relate to this position, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and work experience. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Scott R. Abella, Search Committee Chair, Public Lands Institute, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040, and are to be submitted via on-line application only at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLVs on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Feldmann at (702) 895-3886 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more information, see the UNLV website (http://www.unlv.edu), the Public Lands Institute website (http://publiclands/unlv.edu), or Dr. Abellas website (http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/). UNLV is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity.
Exotic species ecology position, Mojave Desert, UNLV
Research Assistant, UNLV Public Lands Institute The Public Lands Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks a research assistant for its Weed Sentry/Restoration Program to conduct vegetation field surveys and research at Lake Mead National Recreation Area and on other federal lands in Clark County, Nevada. The position will be based at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. This is a full-time, externally funded position with benefits. The goals of the Weed Sentry/Restoration Program are to 1) map distributions of exotic species in Clark County and occasionally perform proactive control treatments, 2) develop/perform research and effectiveness monitoring projects to advance our understanding of the distribution, ecology, and control of exotic species in southern Nevada as well as how to improve existing survey and treatment methods, 3) provide treatment recommendations for control of exotic species to local resource managers, and 4) document findings of surveys and research by delivering presentations and submitting manuscripts to peer-reviewed scientific journals or other outlets. Work is performed in a wide variety of southern Nevadas plant communities, ranging from the Mojave Desert to high-elevation forests. The position involves a mix of surveys and applied management-oriented research; the successful candidate will be interested in both these aspects of the position. This position is a good fit for candidates interested in restoration ecology, research/monitoring at landscape scales, and translating scientific information in to management prescriptions. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will conduct field surveys and research of exotic plant species and native communities threatened by exotic species on federal lands in Clark County; map exotic plant infestations using GPS and GIS technologies; perform hand pulling or herbicide treatments in some instances; maintain records and databases of all survey data; develop/perform research and monitoring projects, including effectiveness monitoring of existing survey methods, treatment practices, and prediction of species distributions; write or assist in the completion of scientific publications on exotic species ecology and management; prepare or assist in the preparation of scholarly presentations at professional meetings and conferences; and assist in writing reports and funding proposals. Fieldwork will involve traversing uneven terrain in remote areas, frequently in a hot, desert climate. The position requires a flexible schedule and frequent local travel. Overnight travel and camping under primitive conditions may also be required. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in botany, ecology, biology, natural resources management, or a closely related field, with course work in plant taxonomy, plant identification, plant ecology or weed science. A minimum of one year comparable experience in related fieldwork and demonstrated knowledge of plant taxonomy and plant identification is required. Working knowledge of major native and exotic species of the southwestern United States may be substituted for plant taxonomy. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and GPS/GIS required. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Nevada drivers license required. Ability to swim and ability to walk long distances in uneven terrain in a hot, desert climate are required. The successful candidate must pass a federal security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree with a field-based thesis project, four-wheel drive and boating experience, experience in field orientation (i.e., navigation with map and compass), interest or experience in writing scientific manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals or other outlets, and interest or experience in restoration ecology and supporting the application of ecologically based management prescriptions on the ground. Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; interest in scholarly activity and publications; familiarity with land management agencies; and an affinity for the outdoors. Review of applications will commence on April 15, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. The position is contingent upon external funding and must be renewed annually. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications: Application materials must include a 1) cover letter, 2) current and complete resume, and 3) the name, address, telephone, and e-mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter, which should be no more than one single-spaced page, applicants should summarize qualifications and experience a
Full-time 2-3+ year Research Assistant position (plant ecology) - UNLV
We are still accepting applications for this position, which was earlier posted on Ecolog. We encourage interested applicants to apply quickly, as review of applicants is ongoing. The Public Lands Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks a research assistant for its Weed Sentry/Restoration Program to conduct vegetation field surveys and research at Lake Mead National Recreation Area and on other federal lands in Clark County, Nevada. The position will be based at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. This is a full-time, externally funded position with benefits. The goals of the Weed Sentry/Restoration Program are to 1) map distributions of exotic species in Clark County and occasionally perform proactive control treatments, 2) develop/perform research and effectiveness monitoring projects to advance our understanding of the distribution, ecology, and control of exotic species in southern Nevada as well as how to improve existing survey and treatment methods, 3) provide treatment recommendations for control of exotic species to local resource managers, and 4) document findings of surveys and research by delivering presentations and submitting manuscripts to peer-reviewed scientific journals or other outlets. Work is performed in a wide variety of southern Nevadas plant communities, ranging from the Mojave Desert to high-elevation forests. The position involves a mix of surveys and applied management-oriented research; the successful candidate will be interested in both these aspects of the position. This position is a good fit for candidates interested in restoration ecology, research/monitoring at landscape scales, and translating scientific information in to management prescriptions. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will conduct field surveys and research of exotic plant species and native communities threatened by exotic species on federal lands in Clark County; map exotic plant infestations using GPS and GIS technologies; perform hand pulling or herbicide treatments in some instances; maintain records and databases of all survey data; develop/perform research and monitoring projects, including effectiveness monitoring of existing survey methods, treatment practices, and prediction of species distributions; write or assist in the completion of scientific publications on exotic species ecology and management; prepare or assist in the preparation of scholarly presentations at professional meetings and conferences; and assist in writing reports and funding proposals. Fieldwork will involve traversing uneven terrain in remote areas, frequently in a hot, desert climate. The position requires a flexible schedule and frequent local travel. Overnight travel and camping under primitive conditions may also be required. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in botany, ecology, biology, natural resources management, or a closely related field, with course work in plant taxonomy, plant identification, plant ecology or weed science. A minimum of one year comparable experience in related fieldwork and demonstrated knowledge of plant taxonomy and plant identification is required. Working knowledge of major native and exotic species of the southwestern United States may be substituted for plant taxonomy. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and GPS/GIS required. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Nevada drivers license required. Ability to swim and ability to walk long distances in uneven terrain in a hot, desert climate are required. The successful candidate must pass a federal security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree with a field-based thesis project, four-wheel drive and boating experience, experience in field orientation (i.e., navigation with map and compass), interest or experience in writing scientific manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals or other outlets, and interest or experience in restoration ecology and supporting the application of ecologically based management prescriptions on the ground. Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; interest in scholarly activity and publications; familiarity with land management agencies; and an affinity for the outdoors. Review of applications is ongoing, and will continue until the position is filled. The position is contingent upon external funding and must be renewed annually. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications: Application materials must include a 1) cover letter, 2) current and complete resume, and 3) the name, address, telephone, and e-mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter,
M.S. Graduate Assistantship: Joint Fire Science funded, UNLV, Nevada
A M.S. research assistantship is available with the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The project, funded by the interagency Joint Fire Science Program, will focus on identifying successful native species suitable for revegetating desert burns in the Mojave Desert. The West is burning up, and currently little information is available to resource managers on techniques for revegetating burns and on native species that can establish on burns infested by exotic annual grasses. The project will involve a mix of controlled experiments and field studies. This project is a good fit for candidates interested in fire ecology, plant ecology, and restoration ecology, and their application to making progress on an urgent resource management problem. The project was recently featured in a news release on the UNLV website: http://publicaffairs.unlv.edu/newsArchive-PublicAffairs.html UNLV is an urban university, but is surrounded by millions of hectares of public land. Public lands accessible in less than a 45-minute drive from Las Vegas include the 600,000-ha Lake Mead National Recreation Area (National Park Service), 80,000-ha Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), 600,000-ha Desert National Wildlife Refuge (Fish and Wildlife Service), and the 130,000-ha Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Forest Service). Plant communities span desert creosote scrub to high-elevation bristlecone pine forests. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. The start date for the position ideally is spring semester in January 2008. Preferred qualifications include an undergraduate degree in ecology, natural resources, botany, or a related field, and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. The student should be able to perform fieldwork in hot, desert weather, and to work with B.S.- and M.S.-level research assistants currently employed by our lab group on National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management projects. In particular, candidates should be self-motivated and have a keen interest in working and living in southern Nevada. Information on the graduate program in the College of Sciences/School of Life Sciences (Department of Biological Sciences in the 2005-2007 graduate catalog) is available from the School of Life Sciences website (http://sols.unlv.edu/) and from the UNLV Graduate Catalog website (http://www.unlv.edu/pubs/catalogs/graduate/). The interdisciplinary research and land management team overseeing this project includes vegetation managers with the National Park Service and the Bureau of Land Management, Dr. Stan Smith (Interim Associate Vice President for Research and Professor of Life Sciences), and myself. Examples of our past research and publications are available from: http://faculty.unlv.edu/abellas2/ and http://sols.unlv.edu/faculty/smith.html Interested candidates should email me ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) the following: (a) 1-page statement of interest outlining your background, any research or publication experience, and research interests and career goals; (b) CV or resume including undergraduate degree and GPA; and (c) in your email, a statement of why working and living in southern Nevada for a two-year M.S. program is attractive to you. In the subject line of your email, please place: Assistantship JFS (your name). Materials will be considered until the position is filled. All materials can be addressed to the following address but submitted electronically to: Dr. Scott R. Abella Public Lands Institute and School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154-2040 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Full-time, 2-year Research Assistant: Fire and Restoration Ecology, Public Lands Institute
Research Assistant, Fire and Restoration Ecology Public Lands Institute The Public Lands Institute at the University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant position to carry out research on an interagency Joint Fire Science project in collaboration with the National Park Service (Lake Mead National Recreation Area) and the Bureau of Land Management (Las Vegas Field Office). The position will be based primarily at UNLV but also at National Park Service offices in Boulder City, Nevada. This is a full-time, externally funded position with two years of funding and with benefits. The project will focus on identifying successful native species suitable for revegetating desert burns in the Mojave Desert. The West is burning up, and currently little information is available to resource managers on techniques for revegetating burns and on native species that can establish on burns infested by exotic annual grasses. The project will involve a mix of controlled experiments and field studies. This project is a good fit for candidates interested in fire ecology, plant ecology, and restoration ecology, and their application to making progress on an urgent resource management problem. The project was recently featured in a news release on the UNLV website: http://publicaffairs.unlv.edu/newsArchive-PublicAffairs.html (June 2007) Las Vegas is a large urban area, but is surrounded by millions of hectares of public land. Public lands accessible in less than a 45-minute drive from Las Vegas include the 600,000-ha Lake Mead National Recreation Area (National Park Service), 80,000-ha Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), 600,000-ha Desert National Wildlife Refuge (Fish and Wildlife Service), and the 130,000-ha Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Forest Service). Plant communities span desert creosote scrub to high-elevation bristlecone pine forests. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound year round. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will conduct research in collaboration with UNLV co-PIs on the project, federal resource managers with NPS and BLM, and where appropriate with other Research Assistants in our vegetation program. Specific research responsibilities will include growing native plants for experiments, establishing and maintaining experimental native communities in greenhouse and field settings, conducting field studies and monitoring of plant community establishment on desert burns in southern Nevada, and measuring competitive interactions and invasibility of native communities and exotic species control treatments. The candidate also will be expected to author or co-author peer-reviewed publications and technical reports targeted for resource managers, to provide support for gathering literature and technical writing, and to prepare or assist in the preparation of scholarly presentations at professional meetings and conferences. The position requires intermittent local travel to research sites in southern Nevada within approximately one hour of Las Vegas. Minimum Required Qualifications: Masters degree from an accredited college or university in botany, ecology, biology, natural resources management, or a closely related field, with course work in plant taxonomy, plant identification, plant ecology or weed science. A minimum of one year comparable experience in related fieldwork and demonstrated knowledge of plant taxonomy and plant identification is required. Working knowledge of major native and exotic species of the southwestern United States may be substituted for plant taxonomy. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and GPS/GIS required, in addition to knowledge of accurate data processing and manipulating, as demonstrated by successful examples from thesis work or professional employment. Ability to obtain a Nevada drivers license required. The candidate must be able to perform fieldwork in the hot, desert climate and rough terrain of southern Nevada to accomplish project objectives. Preferred Qualifications: A field-based or experimental thesis project that focused on vegetation; four-wheel drive experience; experience in field orientation (i.e., navigation with map and compass); interest or experience in writing scientific manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals or other outlets; interest or experience in restoration ecology and supporting the application of ecologically based management prescriptions on the ground; and familiarity with southwestern desert ecosystems. Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; self-motivation; interest in scholarly activity and publications; familiarity with land management age
[ECOLOG-L] Ecohydrologist tenure track faculty advertisement
University of Nevada Las Vegas Faculty Position Ecohydrologist The School of Life Sciences (SoLS) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Although related research areas may be considered, the ideal candidate will work in ecohydrology, will complement current interests in the School and have potential to collaborate with other UNLV institutes or colleges. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. Faculty members are expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program. The appointment will begin in August 2018. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and plans, statement of teaching interests/philosophy, and contact information of three references. Review of materials will begin January 16, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, please contact Human Resources (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inqu...@unlv.edu Other inquiries should be addressed to Dale Devitt (chair, search committee) at dale.dev...@unlv.edu. SoLS (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences) is a highly active research environment and investigators work in ecology and evolutionary biology, integrative physiology, cellular and molecular biology, bioinformatics, microbiology, biomathematics, and biology education and assessment. We seek an individual who can work on water-ecosystem interactions at landscape and watershed levels, likely utilizing the resources of the nearby Colorado River and its reservoirs that supply most of the water to Las Vegas but also northern mountain valley systems that have been earmarked for possible basin water transport. Teaching loads are commensurate with research expectations. Established PhD and Master’s level graduate programs exist with excellent graduate student support. UNLV is defined by the Carnegie rankings as a ‘Research University/High Activity’ and is currently undergoing a top-tier initiative to achieve Carnegie Highest Research Activity status. https://www.unlv.edu/toptier UNLV is a Hispanic, Native American, Pacific-Islander, and Asian American serving institution and has the most diverse student population in the USA. UNLV participates in the Established or Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research programs offered by many of the federal granting agencies (NSF, DOE, DOD, and NASA) and is both NIH IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) and Academic Research Enhancement Award (NIH R15) eligible. UNLV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.
[ECOLOG-L] Ecohydrologist Faculty Job Posting - Closing Soon
As seen earlier on Ecolog, interviews for this faculty job posting will be commencing soon. Interested applicants should kindly apply soon prior to the position being filled if interested in having applications given full consideration. University of Nevada Las Vegas Faculty Position Ecohydrologist The School of Life Sciences (SoLS) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Although related research areas may be considered, the ideal candidate will work in ecohydrology, will complement current interests in the School and have potential to collaborate with other UNLV institutes or colleges. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. Faculty members are expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program. The appointment will begin in August 2018. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and plans, statement of teaching interests/philosophy, and contact information of three references. Review of materials will begin March 15, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, please contact Human Resources (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inqu...@unlv.edu Other inquiries should be addressed to Dale Devitt (chair, search committee) at dale.dev...@unlv.edu. SoLS (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences) is a highly active research environment and investigators work in ecology and evolutionary biology, integrative physiology, cellular and molecular biology, bioinformatics, microbiology, biomathematics, and biology education and assessment. We seek an individual who can work on water-ecosystem interactions at landscape and watershed levels, likely utilizing the resources of the nearby Colorado River and its reservoirs that supply most of the water to Las Vegas but also northern mountain valley systems that have been earmarked for possible basin water transport. Teaching loads are commensurate with research expectations. Established PhD and Master’s level graduate programs exist with excellent graduate student support. UNLV is defined by the Carnegie rankings as a ‘Research University/High Activity’ and is currently undergoing a top-tier initiative to achieve Carnegie Highest Research Activity status. https://www.unlv.edu/toptier UNLV is a Hispanic, Native American, Pacific-Islander, and Asian American serving institution and has the most diverse student population in the USA. UNLV participates in the Established or Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research programs offered by many of the federal granting agencies (NSF, DOE, DOD, and NASA) and is both NIH IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) and Academic Research Enhancement Award (NIH R15) eligible. UNLV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.
[ECOLOG-L] National Park Centennial Resource for Educational Use
Through a donation for educational purposes from Natural Resource Conservation LLC, for students, educators, non-profits, and governmental conservation organizations, the U.S. national park centennial book Conserving America's National Parks is being offered at cost for educational use. These uses may include as a supplemental textbook for conservation courses, ideas for non-profit conservation projects, and student use for increasing access to contemporary conservation literature for protected areas. For those interested in these educational uses, please contact me for details on how to get your books, and be aware the book is being offered at cost (i.e. otherwise free) but it is still necessary to cover (at cost) shipping and printing ($14) to make offering this book otherwise free for educational purposes viable, which is reasonable. More information about national park conservation projects in the book is available from: https://sites.google.com/site/conservingnationalparks/ This will continue throughout the 2016 national park centennial, until December 31, 2016. Scott R. Abella Assistant Professor, Restoration Ecology University of Nevada Las Vegas https://sites.google.com/site/scottrabella/
[ECOLOG-L] Public Comment Open for Withdrawl of the Largest Wildlife Refuge in the Contiguous U.S.
NEPA public comment is currently open for a proposal by the U.S. military to withdraw up to > 227,000 acres from the Desert National Wildlife Refuge. This refuge, established in 1936 partly through the efforts of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, is the largest national wildlife refuge in the lower 48 states and contains several tracts of previously proposed wilderness. Further information is available on the Friends of Nevada Wilderness website: http://www.nevadawilderness.org/dnwr Please do not email me with questions, as I have no further information, am not involved with the project, and am not doing interviews on this subject. I am simply making this information available to the broader ecology and conservation community, as there may be little knowledge of this proposal outside of southern Nevada. Scott R. Abella Assistant Professor, Restoration Ecology School of Life Sciences University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, Nevada 89154-4004 scott.abe...@unlv.edu **New book out titled Conserving America's National Parks! Check out the description here: https://sites.google.com/site/conservingnationalparks/ https://sites.google.com/site/scottrabella/
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botanists Mojave Desert UNLV
The School of Life Sciences, University of Nevada Las Vegas, is recruiting for seasonal botany positions for March-April 2017 for field research in the Mojave Desert and Mojave-Sonoran transition. Applicants should have expertise in plant taxonomy, field botany, be comfortable working and driving in the backcountry, and have the interest and ability in collecting research-grade botany field data for several different ecological restoration and inventory projects. If interested, please submit, via email only, a resume/CV and email cover letter outlining qualifications to: Lindsay Chiquoine, Research Associate University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154-4004 lindsay.chiquo...@unlv.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Metroparks of Toledo searching for historical photos
The Metroparks of the Toledo Area (Ohio, United States) is searching for historical photos of northwestern Ohio vegetation and natural features to assist them in understanding change and management planning. Further details are provided at the Metroparks link below; if anyone has or knows of historical photos useful for these purposes, this information would be appreciated. https://metroparkstoledo.com/discover/blog/posts/your-old-photos-can-help-restore-natural-areas/
