Re: [ECOLOG-L] ArcView 3.X and vista

2009-06-29 Thread Jake Verschuyl
I don't remember the specifics, but I did get ArcView 3.2 to run in vista 
following the advice posted here:
http://www.jennessent.com/arcview/arcview_extensions.htm
I have never been able to get the help to run, but that is no big deal.  
Also check here:
http://lists.directionsmag.com/discussion/read.php?f=10i=34553loc=0t=34553

-Jake







From: Luca Pellegrini lux...@gmail.com
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Sent: Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:38:27 PM
Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] ArcView 3.X and vista

Hello Prof McCallum,
it is Luca Pellegrini writing, I am an italian ecologist.
I have been using ESRI ArcGIS for more than two years, first the 3.X and
then the 9.X (a lot better):
I can allow myself to tell You for sure that there are no patches helping to
use 3.X on Vista;
not even 9.2 version can work, the only software version working with Vista
is 9.3.
Hoping for being useful,
Regards

2009/6/27 malcolm McCallum malcolm.mccal...@herpconbio.org

 Anyone out there miffed that ESRI will not provide a patch to allow
 its use on Vista?
 I own an old copy of 3.X and now I simply can't use it!

 :(

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Re: [ECOLOG-L] ArcView 3.X and vista

2009-06-29 Thread Sam Veloz

Follow this thread for instructions on how to make 3.x work in vista:

http://forums.esri.com/Thread.asp?c=3f=38t=213027

and/or

http://forums.esri.com/Thread.asp?c=3f=42t=204156mc=5

I have3.3 running under Vista home 64 ( I think I used instructions on 
the second thread). It runs, but there some problems that may be related 
to Vista or the 64 version. It runs well enough to get things done though.


Cheers,
Sam


Luca Pellegrini wrote:

Hello Prof McCallum,
it is Luca Pellegrini writing, I am an italian ecologist.
I have been using ESRI ArcGIS for more than two years, first the 3.X and
then the 9.X (a lot better):
I can allow myself to tell You for sure that there are no patches helping to
use 3.X on Vista;
not even 9.2 version can work, the only software version working with Vista
is 9.3.
Hoping for being useful,
Regards

2009/6/27 malcolm McCallum malcolm.mccal...@herpconbio.org

  

Anyone out there miffed that ESRI will not provide a patch to allow
its use on Vista?
I own an old copy of 3.X and now I simply can't use it!

:(

--
Malcolm L. McCallum
Associate Professor of Biology
Texas AM University-Texarkana
Editor, Herpetological Conservation and Biology
http://www.herpconbio.org
http://www.twitter.com/herpconbio

Fall Teaching Schedule  Office Hours:
Landscape Ecology: T,R 10-11:40 pm
Environmental Physiology: MW 1-2:40 pm
Seminar: T 2:30-3:30pm
Genetics: M 6-10pm
Office Hours:  M 3-6, T: 12-2, W: 3-4

1880's: There's lots of good fish in the sea   W.S. Gilbert
1990's:  Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss,
   and pollution.
2000:  Marine reserves, ecosystem restoration, and pollution reduction
   MAY help restore populations.
2022: Soylent Green is People!

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University of California, Davis
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[ECOLOG-L] ECOLOG-L | ArcView 3.x on Vista

2009-06-29 Thread Marci Johnson

Good afternoon,

I was able to install v.3.2 on my laptop with Vista after following 
instructions from the ESRI forums:

http://forums.esri.com/Thread.asp?c=3f=38t=235353mc=4#msgid716228

Marci Johnson




malcolm McCallum wrote:

Anyone out there miffed that ESRI will not provide a patch to allow
its use on Vista?
I own an old copy of 3.X and now I simply can't use it!

:(

  


[ECOLOG-L] Job Opportunities at the Ocean Genome Legacy

2009-06-29 Thread Abigail Fusaro
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Job Code: OGL-LC, posted 06/15/09)
The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) 
seeks a 
postdoctoral research associate to investigate lignocellulose degradation by 
wood boring marine 
bivalves of the family Teredinidae (shipworms) and their bacterial 
endosymbionts. The successful 
candidate will be knowledgeable and experienced in genomics, proteomics, and 
bioinformatics 
and must have excellent laboratory skills in molecular biology and 
microbiology. Knowledge of 
microscopy and enzymology of lignocellulose degradation is also desirable. OGL 
seeks an 
employee with excellent organizational, communication and laboratory skills, 
who pays strong 
attention to detail and has the desire and ability to work well in a 
collaborative group setting. The 
position is available immediately and offers exciting opportunities for broad 
research training, 
publication, competitive salary and benefits, and the potential for advancement 
within a new 
academically oriented non-profit research institution. Applicants should submit 
a cover letter, 
resume, list of publications, and contact information for at least three 
references by email to 
care...@oglf.org (referencing job code OGL-LC in the subject line) or by 
regular mail to the 
address below.

---

Research Assistants - Full and Part Time (Job Codes: OGL-FTRA09 and OGL-PTRA09, 
posted 
06/23/09)
The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) 
seeks 
research assistants to aid with all aspects of operation of the Ocean Genome 
Resource DNA 
repository and its associated research projects. The successful candidates will 
have experience 
and general knowledge of collection management, basic techniques of molecular 
biology and 
microbiology (e.g., DNA extraction and handling, gel electrophoresis, PCR 
amplification, cloning, 
sterile technique, bacterial cultivation techniques, etc.), and excellent 
computer and data 
management skills. Experience and knowledge of protein biochemistry is also 
desirable. Full- and 
part-time positions are available immediately.

---

Administrative Assistant - Part Time (Job Codes: OGL-AA, posted 06/24/09)
The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) 
seeks a part-
time administrative assistant to aid in general operations, including editing 
and formatting an 
online quarterly newsletter using web forms, summarizing and distributing 
monthly and quarterly 
financial reports using QuickBooks and Excel, processing incoming donations and 
sending out 
acknowledgements, coordinating shipment and receipt of genomic sample deposits, 
and assisting 
with various administrative functions, such as maintaining meeting schedules, 
entering data, 
electronic and paper filing, copying, and ordering supplies. The successful 
candidate will be 
detail-oriented, accurate, and efficient with a working knowledge of web forms 
and the ability to 
navigate the Web, proficiency in MS Office and QuickBooks, a basic 
understanding of accounting 
principles, and 1-2 years administrative experience. This position will start 
at 5-10 hours a week 
and is available immediately. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, 
list of publications, 
and contact information for at least three references by email to 
care...@oglf.org (referencing job 
code OGL-AA in the subject line) or by regular mail to the address below.

---

Ocean Genome Legacy, Inc. is a publically supported non-profit research 
organization dedicated 
to exploration, description, documentation, and preservation of the genomic 
diversity of the 
oceans. Located on the campus of New England Biolabs in Ipswich, MA, OGL is an 
equal 
opportunity employer that receives support from the National Science 
Foundation, the Department 
of Energy, and the National Institutes of Health.

Please direct all inquiries to:
Daniel L. Distel, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Ocean Genome Legacy 
240 County Rd., Ipswich, MA 01938
care...@oglf.org

http://www.oglf.org/


[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Watershed Hydrology and Nutrient Cycling

2009-06-29 Thread =?iso-8859-1?Q?Jason_Hubbart?=
Three Available Positions:
A)  Technician (20 – 40 hrs/week)
B)  Lab Manager (Full Time)
C)  Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.)

Title: Hinkson Creek Watershed: Understanding Hydrologic Processes, 
Nutrient Cycling and Diffuse Pollutants in a Multi-Land-Use Urban Watershed

The University of Missouri is among the top ten of the nation's 
universities with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. This 
includes a world class Hydrologic Science and Water Quality program 
located in the School of Natural Resources focused on innovative and 
interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary watershed management/land-use 
issues. The Department of Forestry is pleased to offer the above listed 
positions.

Description: The successful applicant will investigate the flux of water 
and nutrients in a large intensively instrumented Central Missouri (USA) 
forested, agricultural and urban watershed. The project is a focused 
effort to establish, assess and quantify hydroclimatic and biogeochemical 
connectivity and transport in a multi-use urban watershed. Successful 
applicants will be required to work collaboratively, conduct field work 
and aid in installation and maintenance of instruments and monitoring 
sites. Other duties may include data collection, processing and analysis 
of data and manuscript preparation. Tentative start date is summer 2009.

Qualifications: Applicants must have completed at least one degree in 
natural resources, environmental sciences, hydrology, water quality, or a 
related field. Applicants must possess a valid US driver's license. 
Experience in stream measurements, hydroclimatic data processing, 
hydrologic analysis and modeling, water quality monitoring, soil physics, 
GIS, and computer programming are a plus but not required. Strong verbal, 
written, and computational skills are essential. Applicants must be able 
to lift and carry equipment and tools.

Application: A competitive compensation  package is offered including 
benefits (lab manager/GRA). If interested, please forward by email the 
following documents (as appropriate), transcript, curriculum vitae, recent 
GRE scores, recent TOEFL scores (if appropriate), cover letter, and the 
names and contact information of three references to: Dr. Jason A. 
Hubbart, Department of Forestry, University of Missouri, 203-Q ABNR Bldg, 
Columbia, MO 65211, USA; Tel No. (573) 884-7732; Fax: (573) 882-1979; 
Email: hubba...@missouri.edu.


[ECOLOG-L] Eddy Covariance Technician position available in Alaska

2009-06-29 Thread Syndonia Bret-Harte
Technician Position Available
Eddy Covariance Technician
Institute of Arctic Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Alaska

Position is open until filled.

For further information, please search for posting number 0057514 at:
https://www.uakjobs.com

Or contact:
Syndonia Bret-Harte
Email: ff...@uaf.edu

Eugenie Euskirchen
Email: ff...@uaf.edu


The Institute of Arctic Biology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
seeks an enthusiastic and experienced individual for the position of
Eddy Covariance Technician. The successful candidate will help manage an
ecosystem ecology laboratory and assist research personnel in
measurements of ecosystem-atmosphere exchange of carbon, water, and
energy fluxes based on the eddy covariance methods. The position will
remain open until it is filled.

This position will be key to an International Polar Year Arctic
Observatory Network project funded by the National Science Foundation,
with goals of detecting climate change in the Arctic and its effects on
global systems. Duties will include:
1. Assisting with the design, construction, installation, and
maintenance of micrometeorological instruments,
2. Performing data downloads, preliminary analysis, and quality checks,
3. Interacting with site investigators, and
4. Assisting with data summary and analysis.

Fieldwork will include several 2-3 week trips per year, plus some
additional trips to maintain the continuous measurements at the field
sites. Fieldwork will be based primarily at the Toolik Field Station in
northern Alaska, with some travel to and work at the North East Science
Station in Cherskii, Russia. The successful candidate will be based at
the Institute of Arctic Biology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks,
but she/he will also interact with scientists at the Marine Biological
Laboratory, in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

Required qualifications include a Master's or Bachelor's degree in
biogeochemistry, Earth system science, atmospheric science,
biometeorology, micrometeorology, plant ecology, ecosystem ecology, or
related fields, and/or significant experience with eddy flux systems and
biogeochemical processes. The candidate will also need to possess a
valid U.S. driver's license.

The desired candidate will show:
1. Demonstrated experience with Campbell Scientific dataloggers,
datalogger programming (PC208W and PC900, etc.), data collection
software, communication peripherals, sensors, remote power systems, and
data analysis and statistics;
2. Strong personal communication and quantitative skills;
3. Self-motivation, independence, and the ability to work with minimal
supervision, as well as an ability and willingness to work with site
investigators; and
4. Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

This is a full-time fixed term position with benefits, with initial
appointment for one year and potential for repeated renewal upon
satisfactory performance. Applications must be completed online.
Applicants will need to include a letter of application, a CV or resume,
transcripts, and the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three
professional references. In the letter of application, candidates should
explain how their experience, training, and professional goals will
apply to this project. To apply, please use the advanced search function
to find posting number 0057514 at: https://www.uakjobs.com.

Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska Fairbanks must comply with
the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reporting and control Act of
1986 and must possess a valid social security card. All Nonresident
Aliens must provide proof of eligibility to work. The University of
Alaska Fairbanks is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action
employer and educational institution. Applications for employment with
the University of Alaska are subject to public disclosure under the
Alaska Public Records Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the
application and screening process should contact the Assistant Director
at 474-6259. UAF is an EO/AA Employer and Educational Institution.

For further information, please search for posting number 0057514 at:
https://www.uakjobs.com

Or contact:
Syndonia Bret-Harte
Email: ff...@uaf.edu

Eugenie Euskirchen
Email: ff...@uaf.edu


[ECOLOG-L] FW: Help Ensure National Biofuel Policies are Based on Science

2009-06-29 Thread Cliff Duke
-Original Message-
From: Jeremy Martin [mailto:jmar...@ucsusa.org] 


I am writing to ask for your help educating members of Congress on the
science of indirect land use changes.  Recent events have shown us that
scientific voices can influence policy on this issue.  In April, a
letter from more than 175 experts from across the nation helped persuade
California leaders to include indirect land use change in the lifecycle
analyses of heat-trapping emissions from biofuels under the California
Low Carbon Fuel Standard. Recent peer-reviewed research indicates that
conventional biofuels can directly or indirectly result in substantial
heat-trapping emissions through the conversion of forests and grasslands
to croplands to accommodate biofuel production. 
  
More recently, indirect land use has become a hot topic on Capitol
Hill.  Just this last Friday, pressure from the ethanol industry led to
changes in the important climate legislation that was approved by the
House of Representatives.  These modifications delay EPA*s
consideration of emissions from indirect land use for six years. This
setback fundamentally reflects that members of Congress are still not
very aware of the science on this issue.  That is why this is such a
critical moment for experts like you to add your voice to the record.
Let Congress know that climate regulations must be based on science, and
biofuel policies must recognize the emissions that are caused by land
conversion.   
  
Toward this end, please join Drs. Daniel Kammen (Berkeley), Pamela
Matson (Stanford), Thomas Lovejoy (Heinz Center), Stuart Pimm (Duke),
William Schlesinger (Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies), and UCS
Director of Science and Policy, Peter Frumhoff, by endorsing this
National Scientists and Economists* Statement on Biofuels and Land
Use.  
  
Please be sure to pass this message along to qualified colleagues to
help ensure that federal fuel standards are based on the best available
science. This statement is open to Ph.D. professionals at universities
and research institutions who have expertise relevant to the scientific
and economic dimensions of climate change or land use change, including
research related to biofuels, agriculture, forestry, and land use
patterns. All signatures will be reviewed to ensure they meet the stated
criteria.  
  
You can review the letter and if you approve sign on here:  
https://secure3.convio.net/ucs/site/Advocacy?cmd=displaypage=UserActionid=1759.
  
The following web page also has an option to direct the letter to
others, but I am also happy to do this directly if you have other names
of people I should contact. 
http://action.ucsusa.org/site/Ecard?ecard_id=1341JServSessionIdr011=abv8zkq6u2.app306a
 
  
Sincerely, 
  
Jeremy



Jeremy I. Martin, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist
Clean Vehicles Group
Union of Concerned Scientists
1825 K Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC   20006-1232
202-331-6946


[ECOLOG-L] ArcView 3.X and vista

2009-06-29 Thread Susan Cameron
Malcom and Luca--

I use ArcView 3.2a and 3.3 fine on my machine with Vista Pro. I didn't
do anything special with the install, and they run fine, including
spatial analyst, etc.

Susan E. Cameron, Ph.D.
Harvard University Center for the Environment Postdoctoral Fellow
scame...@oeb.harvard.edu


[ECOLOG-L] Collections technician position, Biodiversity Institute of Ontario, Canada

2009-06-29 Thread Alex Borisenko
The Biodiversity Institute of Ontario at the University of 
Guelph has a position available for a full-time collections 
technician. The successful applicant will have at least a 
BSc in Zoology (MSc preferred) and a strong background in 
entomology. Fluency in common computer applications is a 
requirement, while experience with museum collections, 
collection databases, digital photography, and field insect 
surveys is an asset.


Responsibilities will involve all stages of collection 
management (provisional taxonomic sorting, cataloguing, 
databasing, labelling, imaging, loan assembly, specimen 
preparation, and tissue sampling for molecular analysis), as 
well as participation in field collecting expeditions. 
Successful performance will require dexterity, 
concentration, ability to execute repetitive tasks 
accurately, efficient time management, team work, and 
multitasking.


Reporting to the Curator of zoological collections and 
Collections manager, this position will be renewed on an 
annual basis and will include a standard benefit package for 
the University of Guelph. The proposed start date is 
September 1st, 2009.


Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and 
applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents 
will be given priority. To apply, please send your resume 
and contact details for two referees to Dr Alex Borisenko 
(abori...@uoguelph.ca). Although applications will be 
accepted until the position is filled, the review of 
applications will commence on August 1st, 2009.


[ECOLOG-L] Job: Water Quality Extension Program Specialist I

2009-06-29 Thread Mark McFarland
Job Open Date:  07-01-2009

Position Title:  Extension Program Specialist – Water Quality (NOV 4301)

Hiring Unit:  Soil and Crop Sciences

NOV Number: 4301

Job Type:  Full-Time

Salary:  Commensurate with training and experience ($45,000 – $51,000). 

Pay Basis:  Monthly

Budgeted?Grant funded with benefits

Position open to internal candidates only?   No

Location:  College Station, Texas

Major/Essential Duties of Job:  
Work as a member of a team providing leadership and support for various 
watershed management and education programs, including the Geronimo Creek 
Watershed Project, Plum Creek Watershed Project, and Texas Watershed 
Stewards.  Assist with the preparation of educational resources including 
factsheets, powerpoint slide sets, webpages, newsletters and news 
releases, and related materials to support project efforts.  Assist with 
data collection, analysis and interpretation for, and writing and 
development of the Geronimo Creek Watershed Protection Plan.  Assist with 
implementation of existing watershed protection plans, including task 
coordination and development of proposals and programs in support of 
project goals.  Develop and deliver educational programs to watershed 
stakeholders, and assist with facilitation of public meetings.  Develop 
quarterly and annual project reports. Work closely with other team 
members, Extension Specialists and County Agents, river authorities, and 
state and federal agency partners.  

Occasional Duties:
Support other related water quality and nutrient management programs under 
development in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences.

Required Education:
Master’s degree in agricultural science, engineering, environmental 
science or a closely related field.

Preferred Education:
Ph.D. degree in agricultural science, engineering, environmental science 
or a closely related field.
Required Experience:
Basic or advanced experience in addressing water quality and related water 
resource issues.  

Preferred Experience:
Experience in outreach education including development and delivery of 
educational programs on environmental issues related to water quality 
preferred.  Experience in watershed planning and management, water quality 
modeling, water resource issues (quality/quantity), geographic information 
systems, website coordination, and database management highly desired. 
Knowledge of strategies for dealing with nonpoint source pollutants 
including bacteria, nutrients, and pesticides highly desired. 

Required special knowledge, abilities, and skills:   
Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups including the general 
public, agricultural interests, city and county officials, non-profit and 
environmental advocacy organizations, river authorities and water quality 
personnel from Land Grant Universities and state and federal agencies.  
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others and communicate 
effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work independently with 
minimal supervision desired.  Ability to travel as necessary to coordinate 
program efforts is required.

Other requirements: 
Applications for the position will be accepted through 
http://GreatJobs.tamu.edu.  The position requires several documents which 
may be attached during the application process.  These include:

1.A letter of introduction describing why you are interested in this 
position and how your background meets the education and experience 
requirements.
2. Resume describing professional experience and education.
3. Copies of college and university transcripts (unofficial accepted).
4. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references. 
 
If you are unable to attach some or all of the documents and for 
additional information, please contact:
Dr. Mark L. McFarland
(979) 845-2425
ml-mcfarl...@tamu.edu


Comments to applicants:
This 3-year position is subject to annual review, and contingent upon 
availability of annual funding.


[ECOLOG-L] Job Posting Quantitative Salmonid Ecologist

2009-06-29 Thread MacIsaac, Erland
Job Posting Bi-03 Quantitative Salmonid Ecologist

Closing date is July 8, 2009.

The Job:
The successful candidate will be based at the Cultus Lake Laboratory, Cultus 
Lake, British Columbia, Canada.   They will lead a fisheries research group 
working in a collegial lakes research program.  Research will focus on the 
assessment of juvenile sockeye salmon in British Columbia nursery lakes and the 
factors affecting production.  The position will lead or be involved in 
multidisciplinary research projects on a wide variety of B.C. lakes and sockeye 
stocks.  Field work may be extensive at times and will employ multiple field 
sampling methods including hydroacoustics and midwater trawling.  The position 
will be responsible for ongoing maintenance and analysis of an extensive 
juvenile sockeye database.  Responsibilities will include providing advice to 
both internal and external clients, and publishing results of the research. 

The job is posted at the Public Service Commission Canada job site.   Search 
for research biologist'.  The direct link to the posting is:

 
https://psjobs-emploisfp.psc-cfp.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?toggleLanguage=enpsrsMode=1poster=91545noBackBtn=true
 
https://psjobs-emploisfp.psc-cfp.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?toggleLanguage=enpsrsMode=1poster=91545noBackBtn=true
 


[ECOLOG-L] Biology Research Assistant - Sierra Nevada near Truckee, Ca

2009-06-29 Thread Amber Nordby
Master's student studying bumble bee communities in the Sierra's is looking
for 2-3 research assistants for this summer.

Project includes camping at high elevation (6-8,000 ft.), hiking to remote
meadows, censusing bumble bee populations and studying flowering plants
visited by Bombus species. Field assistants will have the opportunity to
learn project design, research and collection techniques, familiarity with
Sierra communities, and gain remote field experience. A base-camp will be
set-up (car camping) from which research activities will be conducted.

3-week minimum commitment required. Science background and remote
camping/backpacking experience preferred, but not required. Study duration
is from July 1st, 2009 - September 1st, 2009 (end will depend on when bumble
bee life cycle is finished and flowers have ceased). Note: commitment during
end-period is not required, as students understandably need to return to
school in August.

This is not a paid position.

Please reply with a description of relevant education and experience (if no
experience - then explain how this assistantship will provide experience for
your education/career), and time-frame of commitment to join the research team!


[ECOLOG-L] EA Job Opportunites in Nunavut, Canada

2009-06-29 Thread Ryan Barry
To whom it may concern,

















The Nunavut Impact Review Board (NIRB or Board) is an Institution of
Public Government established under Article 12 of the Nunavut Land Claims
Agreement (NLCA). NIRB’s primary functions are to screen project proposals to
determine whether or not a review is required, to gauge and define the extent
of the regional impacts of a project, to assess the ecosystemic and
socio-economic impacts of project proposals, to determine on the basis of its
review whether project proposals should proceed, and if so under what terms and
conditions, and to monitor projects.
NIRB currently has the following job opportunities: 







 

Assistant
Technical Advisor

Cambridge Bay,
Nunavut

Assists
in the development and implementation of environmental assessment processes for
projects requiring Screening or those undergoing Review or Monitoring, as per
Article 12, NLCA.

 

Technical
Advisor

Cambridge Bay,
Nunavut

Responsible
for the development and implementation of environmental assessment processes for
projects requiring Screening, or those undergoing Review or Monitoring, as per
Article 12, NLCA.


Full
job descriptions are available via fax, email or at: 
http://ftp.nirb.ca/ADMINISTRATION/


Salary
for both positions is commensurate with experience.  The Board offers an 
attractive remuneration
package that includes Northern Living Allowance, Vacation Travel Assistance and
other benefits. 

 

We
appreciate all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an 
interview
will be contacted.
 



Closing date for applications: July 20,
2009

 

Apply to:

Ryan
Barry – Director, Technical Services

Re:
Current Job Opportunities

Nunavut Impact Review Board

PO Box 1360, Cambridge Bay, NU X0B 0C0

Fax: (867)-983-2594  
Email: rba...@nirb.ca








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[ECOLOG-L] FW: ESA Workshop: Using Continental Scale Data to Teach Undergraduate Ecology

2009-06-29 Thread Jennifer Riem
Hi everyone,



As a reminder, we've extended registration for this workshop through this 
Wednesday, July 1st.



Jennifer







Do you teach ecology at the undergraduate level? Do you use data in your 
courses? We invite you to come explore how continental-scale datasets can be 
used in your teaching!



ESA is offering an all-day Sunday 
workshophttp://eco.confex.com/eco/2009/techprogram/S4520.HTM at the 2009 ESA 
Annual Meeting to help prepare the ecology education community for the use of 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) data in undergraduate 
classrooms. This workshop is a continuation of the effort begun with last 
year's NSF-funded faculty development 
workshophttp://www.esa.org/education_diversity/neon/workshop/ in Washington 
DC. Similar to last year's workshop, faculty will explore classroom uses of 
continental-scale data, focusing on datasets currently available through 
EcoTrendshttp://www.ecotrends.info/EcoTrends/. EcoTrends includes over 20,000 
datasets from Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) sites, USDA, and other state 
and federal agencies.



Space is still available! We have extended the deadline to July 1st. Workshop 
registration is $25 and includes lunch and a preparatory webinar on July 8th.



The workshop will focus on guided discussion of how participants can use the 
data in classroom exercises to address four key ecological challenges 
(biodiversity, biogeochemistry, climate change, and ecohydrology). Preceding 
the August Workshop, there will be an introductory webinar on Wednesday, July 8 
(2-4 PM EST) and a data exploration homework assignment which participants 
will share and discuss in Albuquerque.



To learn more about the workshop, please see the session 
abstracthttp://eco.confex.com/eco/2009/techprogram/S4520.HTM, visit the 
project 
websitehttp://www.esa.org/education_diversity/neon/workshop/?q=node/38 
(includes agenda), or email jenni...@esa.orgmailto:jenni...@esa.org.  You can 
register onlinehttp://www.esa.org/albuquerque/registrationinfo.php today.


Jennifer Riem
Education Coordinator
Ecological Society of America
Department of Education and Diversity Programs
jenni...@esa.orgmailto:jenni...@esa.org

tel 202-833-8773 x236
fax 202-833-8775

EcoEd Digital Libraryhttp://www.ecoed.net/
Teaching Issues and Experiments in Ecology (TIEE)tiee.ecoed.net


[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Positions in Evolutionary ecology and conservation

2009-06-29 Thread Daniel Heath
GRADUATE STUDENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE: CANADA

There are immediate opportunities for qualified graduate students (MSc amp; 
PhD) to work in Dan Heath’s Evolutionary  Conservation Genetics lab at 
the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER) at the 
University of Windsor (Ontario, Canada). 

Projects include; investigating the role of gene transcription evolution 
in local adaptation in BC salmon, evolutionary ecology and conservation of 
the Eastern Sand Darter, a threatened species in Ontario, and a population 
and quantitative genetic analysis of migratory behaviour in salmon and 
trout.

Students will have opportunities for field and lab work, and will be 
expected to attend and present at national and international conferences. 


Contact Dr. Heath at
(519) 253-3000 (ext 3762)
dhe...@uwindsor.ca
www.uwindsor.ca/heathresearchgroup