[ECOLOG-L] SWS Multicultural Mentoring Program - Accepting applications!
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) Multicultural Mentoring Program (SWaMMP) announces the availability of student awards for travel to attend the SWS annual meeting in Baltimore, MD from May 28-31, 2019. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Students graduating in Spring 2019 are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate-mentoring-program-swammp.html). The applications are here (http://www.sws.org/images/applications/2019-SWaMMP_application_refillable.pdf). Application deadline is November 2, 2018, but an email confirming a pending submission will permit a few days grace in the deadline. There may also be some funding available from SWaMMP for graduate student travel from groups underrepresented in the sciences. Graduate students should be completing research in the wetland sciences and can contact Dr. Lougheed directly for application information.
[ECOLOG-L] Faculty position: Biology of infectious disease
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of biology of infectious diseases. In particular, we seek to hire a biologist with expertise in ecology of disease, epidemiology, microbial pathogenesis or host-pathogen interactions. Prospective candidates completing research in various aspects of infectious diseases prevalent in the U.S.-Mexico border communities are especially encouraged to apply. The anticipated starting date is fall 2019. The successful candidate is expected to establish an extramurally funded research program and to teach and mentor undergraduate, masters’, and doctoral students. Research infrastructure in the Department of Biological Sciences includes state-of-the-art molecular, genomic, proteomic, metabolomic, imaging, bioinformatic and statistical core facilities as well as an insectarium, Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) and BSL-3 laboratories, and Animal Biosafety Level (ABSL) -2 and ABSL-3 animal facilities. Candidates’ research should have strong potential for collaboration with existing Biology faculty as well as faculty from other UTEP colleges and schools (e.g., Chemistry, Health Sciences, Nursing, and/or Pharmacy), and be able to attract extramural funding. Ideally, the candidates’ research would have implications for translation into the clinical and/or the community setting. ABOUT UTEP: Located in one of the largest binational communities in the world, The University of Texas at El Paso is unique among research institutions. UTEP enrolls more than 25,000 students, most of whom are Hispanic. The Brookings Institution in 2017 ranked UTEP as the No. 1 leader in equal access to higher education, based on a combination of research productivity and student social mobility. The University has annual research expenditures of $95 million, maintains an operating budget of $500 million and employs approximately 4,000 people. With 172 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs available in eight colleges and schools, UTEP is the first national research university serving a 21st century student demographic. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, postdoctoral research experience, and a strong record of research accomplishments. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Review of applications will begin Nov. 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of research interest, a brief description of teaching and service philosophy, and complete contact information for at least three references. For questions about the position, you may contact Douglas M. Watts, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair at dwat...@utep.edu. To apply, please visit www.utep.edu/employment
[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Assistantship in Arctic coastal carbon cycling
A Ph.D. research assistantship is available (beginning Spring or Summer 2019) in Arctic coastal carbon cycling in the Lougheed lab at the University of Texas at El Paso. This position is part of an interdisciplinary team funded by the National Science Foundation to study linkages between terrestrial and aquatic processes within Beaufort Sea lagoons at a newly established Arctic LTER site (ble.lternet.edu). The student will be expected to enroll in either our Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (science.utep.edu/eeb) or Environmental Science and Engineering (science.utep.edu/ese) doctoral programs. A background in aquatic biogeochemistry would be beneficial, with a degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a closely related field, preferred. Students will participate in all aspects of the project, from field work in the Arctic to publication of findings. Applicants are expected to have a strong academic background, show evidence of independent work in the field and/or lab, and demonstrate a capacity to contribute to a collaborative research environment. For more information, please email a statement of interest/background and a copy of your CV to Dr. Vanessa Lougheed (vlough...@utep.edu).
[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Assistantship in Arctic coastal processes at the University of Texas at El Paso
Two Ph.D. research assistantships are available (beginning summer 2018) in Arctic coastal processes in the Lougheed and Tweedie labs at the University of Texas at El Paso. These positions are part of an interdisciplinary team funded by the National Science Foundation to study linkages between terrestrial and aquatic processes within Beaufort Sea lagoons at a newly established Arctic LTER site (ble.lternet.edu). Two separate positions are available and students will be expected to enroll in either our Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (science.utep.edu/eeb) or Environmental Science and Engineering (utep.edu/ese) doctoral programs: one position will focus on carbon flux within and from aquatic ecosystems and the second will focus on the causes and consequences of coastal erosion and land cover change on land-aquatic connections. Depending on the project, a background in aquatic chemistry or remote sensing would be beneficial, with a degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a closely related field, preferred. Students will participate in all aspects of the project, from field work in the Arctic to publication of findings. Applicants are expected to have a strong academic background, show evidence of independent work in the field and/or lab, and demonstrate a capacity to contribute to a collaborative research environment. For more information, please email a statement of interest/background and a copy of your CV to Vanessa Lougheed (vlough...@utep.edu) and Craig Tweedie (ctwee...@utep.edu). Note that the application deadline for our doctoral programs in EEB and ESE is February 1, 2018.
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Multicultural Mentoring Program - Accepting applications!
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) Multicultural Mentoring Program (SWaMMP) announces the availability of student awards for travel to attend the SWS annual meeting in Denver, CO from May 29-June 1, 2018. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Students graduating in Spring 2018 are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate- mentoring-program-swammp.html). Application deadline is November 4, 2017. There may also be some funding available from SWaMMP for graduate student travel from groups underrepresented in the sciences. Graduate students should contact Dr. Lougheed directly for application information.
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Multicultural Mentoring Program - Accepting applications!
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) Multicultural Mentoring Program (SWaMMP) announces the availability of student awards for travel to attend the SWS annual meeting in Denver, CO from May 29-June 1, 2018. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Students graduating in Spring 2018 are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate-mentoring-program- swammp.html). Application deadline is November 4, 2017. There may also be some funding available from SWaMMP for graduate student travel from groups underrepresented in the sciences. Graduate students should contact Dr. Lougheed directly for application information.
[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in wetland ecology and education
The University of Texas at El Paso, Department of Biological Sciences, seeks a highly motivated doctoral student to study wetland ecology, which could include vertebrate, invertebrate or plant ecology at the genetic to ecosystem levels, beginning Summer 2017. Participation in undergraduate education activities, including design of laboratory exercises related to wetland ecology, is expected. Funding for this graduate research assistantship comes from a grant to UTEP from the Dept of Education through the Hispanic Serving Institutions STEM Articulation Program. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in biology or closely related discipline. To apply, please submit: a cover letter describing research interests, career goals, and experience related to, or interest in, curriculum development; a current CV; unofficial academic transcript; and, the name and full contact information for three references to Drs. Vanessa Lougheed (vlough...@utep.edu) and Elizabeth Walsh (ewa...@utep.edu). Review of applications will begin December 1, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.
[ECOLOG-L] Second Call: SWS Multicultural Mentoring Program
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) Multicultural Mentoring Program (SWaMMP) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend the SWS annual meeting in San Juan, PR from June 5-8, 2017. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Spring 2017 graduates are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate- mentoring-program-swammp.html). Application deadline is November 4, 2016.
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Multicultural Mentoring Program - Accepting applications!
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) Multicultural Mentoring Program (SWaMMP) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend the SWS annual meeting in San Juan, PR from June 5-8, 2017. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Spring 2017 graduates are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate- mentoring-program-swammp.html). Application deadline is November 4, 2016.
[ECOLOG-L] JOB: Collection Manager at UTEP
POSITION DESCRIPTION COLLECTION MANAGER Location: University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX, USA Department: Biological Sciences Title: Natural History Collection Manager Classification: Academic staff, exempt Position Duration: 3 years, commencing no later than January 30, 2016 Salary: $37,277/year + benefits Supervisor: Dr. Eli Greenbaum, Director, UTEP Biodiversity Collections Posting:http://admin.utep.edu/Default.aspx?tabid=73912 (Job ID: 2384) The collection manager for the University of Texas at El Paso Biodiversity Collections (UTEP-BC, natural history collections) will administer a world-class collection of specimens. The collections consist of fluid-preserved specimens, study skins, herbarium specimens, invertebrate collections, Cenozoic fossils, frozen tissues, wet and dry skeletons, acoustical recordings, digital and film-image archives, and extensive library holdings. The collections have an historical strength in Chihuahuan desert extant and extinct invertebrate and vertebrate specimens, and recent collections have focused on this region, Central and South America, and Central Africa. University curators and students, and national and international scholars use the collections extensively for research and education. The collections manager is responsible for day-to-day activities in the collection and reports to the director. Duties: 1. Collections management and conservation (40%) * Develop and maintain collection database (Arctos), including data migration from other computer programs to Arctos * Ensure long-term integrity and preservation of collections and collection-storage environment. * Maintain and improve collection-care protocols. * Maintain and organize records of collection activity, use, and status for annual reports, grant submittals, and other documentation. 2. Acquisition and collection development (10%) * Oversee the preparation and staging of newly acquired specimens for their integration into the collection. * Organize and prepare documentation necessary for specimen accession, including national and international permits and associated documentation. * Electronically catalog specimens and their associated information. * Participate in acquisition of specimens for the UTEP-BC by facilitating donations and by occasional fieldwork and expeditions at the direction of the curatorial staff. 3. Museum operational service (30%) * Process all specimen loans, exchanges, and gifts; incorporate received specimens into the collection; maintain appropriate records of such activities. * Collaborate with curators to plan and implement divisional goals, priorities, and programs. * Collaborate with other museum collections managers to achieve high quality collections care and economy of scale in all collections-related activities. * Work proactively to place specimens from the UTEP-BC collection into the hands of qualified researchers for study. * Assist and supervise users of the collections. * Respond to inquiries from scientists, governmental and consulting agencies, the public, and other users. * Participate in the museum’s public programming by providing information and specimens and assisting in exhibit design; assist in museum public functions. * Conduct tours for visiting scholars, students, and the public. 4. Supervision (10%) * Hire, train, and supervise undergraduate assistants. * Train and supervise volunteers working in the collection. 5. Professional development (5%) * Work closely with the curators to ensure consistency of practice. * Participate in collection management training and development through professional societies. * Undertake research in area of expertise when not in conflict with collection management duties. * Participate in professional scientific societies. 6. Other duties as appropriate. (5%) Required qualifications: * A Master's degree or Ph.D. from an accredited university in museum studies, systematics, botany or invertebrate/vertebrate zoology or bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 2 years experience working with museum collections in a position with similar responsibilities. * Familiarity with biodiversity informatics, including the database Arctos, web-based applications, and distributed networks. * Demonstrable knowledge of care and management of natural history collections, with a special emphasis on preventative conservation, collection-storage environments, and techniques pertaining uniquely to fluid-preserved, skeletal, and dry skin collections. Preferred qualifications: * Expertise in one or more taxa that constitute divisional strengths and programmatic priorities. * Working knowledge of the taxonomy and identification of plants, invertebrates, or vertebrates from the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. * International field experience with knowledge of numerous
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Mentoring Program for Undergraduates - 2nd call.
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend our SWS annual meeting in Corpus Christi, TX May 31 – June 4, 2016. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. The areas of interest of the student participants can range from freshwater to marine and involve a wide variety of organism types. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Spring 2016 graduates are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate- mentoring-program.html). An email to Vanessa Lougheed expressing interest in the program can serve as a pre-application. Application deadline is November 6, 2015.
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Diversity Program for Undergraduates: 2nd Notice
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend our SWS annual meeting in Providence, RI May 31 June 4, 2015. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. The areas of interest of the student participants can range from freshwater to marine and involve a wide variety of organism types. Undergraduate students from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Spring 2015 graduates are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the programs web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate-mentoring- program.html). An email to Vanessa Lougheed expressing interest in the program can serve as a pre-application. Application deadline is November 7, 2014.
[ECOLOG-L] SWS Diversity Program for Undergraduates - Accepting applications!
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend our SWS annual meeting in Providence, RI May 31 June 4, 2015. In order to meet our goal of increasing diversity in wetland science fields, the Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. The areas of interest of the student participants can range from freshwater to marine and involve a wide variety of organism types. We encourage qualified undergraduate students to apply for this exciting opportunity. We will cover all travel expenses associated with the meeting. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Spring 2015 graduates are eligible. Participants are selected based on academic promise, interest in exploring a career in the natural sciences, potential for serving as a mentor, and demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented students. Additional information is available from Dr. Vanessa Lougheed, University of Texas at El Paso (vlough...@utep.edu) and on the programs web page (http://www.sws.org/Awards-and-Grants/sws-undergraduate-mentoring- program.html). An email to Vanessa Lougheed expressing interest in the program can serve as a pre-application. Application deadline is November 7, 2014.
