[ECOLOG-L] Volunteer position: Reef Check Australia Seasonal Project Officer, South East Queensland

[David Inouye]

Position Announcement: Reef Check Australia Seasonal Project Officer, 
South East Queensland


Reef Check Australia is a not-for-profit organization dedicate to 
protecting Australia's coral communities through scientific research 
and community engagement. We train recreational divers in coral 
health survey methods so that they are able to participate in 
volunteer survey teams on more than 80 research sites on the Queensland coast.


The Project Officer position will involve the planning, coordination 
and leadership of Reef Check Australia research teams to monitoring 
sites in the South East Queensland (SEQ) region from May to November 
2010. This role will also include data management, analysis and the 
creation of a scientific report. Additional responsibilities subject 
to interest may include fundraising, event coordination, education 
and grant writing.


The RCA SEQ project works with a dozen dive operators to reach more 
than 25 monitoring sites ranging from Noosa to the Gold Coast. Good 
communication, motivation, delegation and social skills are essential 
to coordinate this collaborative community network. Minimum Rescue 
Diver certification is required for the position. However, an insured 
divemaster or instructor is preferred.


The position is entirely voluntary. However, if you can identify 
potential grants that could provide you with a source of funds we are 
happy to assist you with an application.


Please visit 
http://www.reefcheckaustralia.org/vacancies.html 
to find additional selection criteria and position details.


Applicants should send their resume and cover letter addressing 
selection criteria to 
s...@reefcheckaustralia.org.



Cheers

Jenn


Jennifer Loder
South East Queensland Coordinator
Reef Check Australia


Email: s...@reefcheckaustralia.org

Mobile: +61 (0) 402284681

Phone: +61 0(7) 3162 5408



Reef Check Australia HQ: +61 0(7) 4724 3950

General enquiries: 
supp...@reefcheckaustralia.org


Reef Check Australia: 
www.reefcheckaustralia.org




The reef needs you!

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[William Adair]

Hello Lyne (and fellow ECOLOGGERS),

I have found the following to be quite helpful:

Alley, Michael.  1996.  The craft of scientific writing (3rd Edition).  
Springer.

Gustavii, Bjorn.  2008.  How to write and illustrate a scientific paper (2nd 
edition).  Cambridge University Press.

Turabian, Kate L.  2007.  A manual for writers of research papers, theses, and 
dissertations (Chicago Style for Students and Researchers) (7th edition).  
University of Chicago Press.

I would also like to heartily recommend:

Weston, Anthony.  2008.  A rulebook for arguments (4th edition).  Hackett 
Publishing.

All of these can be found on Amazon.  Hope this helps!

happy trails
bill a


> Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2010 16:02:50 -0500
> From: lyne.morisse...@globetrotter.net
> Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?
> To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
> 
> Dear ECOLOGers,
> 
> I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts 
> providing tips on how 
> to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense of 
> structure, writing from 
> the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it, 
> but I would like to 
> know if there are any other good references out there.
> 
> Thanks in advance for your help!
> 
> Lyne Morissette, PhD.
> Ecosystems & marine mammals
> Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski
  

[ECOLOG-L] Three available positions at the Department of Global Ecology, Carnegie Institution for Science

[Chris Field]

Three available positions at the Department of Global Ecology, Carnegie
Institution for Science

Position #1: Post-doc to support the work of IPCC Working Group 2, Available
immediately

Position 2: Global Change Ecology Post-doc, Available immediately

Position #3: Global Change Ecology Field and Laboratory Technician,
Available immediately

Position #1: Post-doc to support the work of IPCC Working Group 2, Available
immediately
JOB DESCRIPTION, March 1, 2010

The Department of Global Ecology of the Carnegie Institution for Science has
an immediate opening for a full-time post-doctoral researcher to work with
the Technical Support Unit of Working Group II of the Intergovernmental
Panel on Climate Change.  Working Group II addresses impacts, adaptation,
and vulnerability.  The WGII TSU plays a critical role in the development of
IPCC reports.  Current reports in progress include the Special Report on
Managing the Risks of Extreme Events and Disasters to Advance Climate Change
Adaptation (scheduled for completion in 2011) and the IPCC Fifth Assessment
Report (scheduled for completion in 2014).  The person who fills this
position will be a member of a dynamic team that provides key support for
international author teams.  The nature of the support will be diverse, but
with a focus on making the assessments as comprehensive and rigorous as
possible, particularly through assisting with meta-analysis or other
advanced statistical techniques, designing figures, or through helping
direct graduate student researchers who supporting author teams.  The
post-doc’s primary expertise can be in any aspect of climate change impacts,
adaptation, or vulnerability.  Expertise with meta-analysis and other kinds
of synthesis activities is a plus.  The position requires an individual who
can work effectively with diverse, international teams, as well as with
students.  

Minimum educational qualification is a PhD in a natural or social science
discipline.  Experience with some aspect of climate-change research is an
important asset.  Annual salary is $52,000 or greater for full time,
depending on experience.  Compensation for this position includes
comprehensive benefits.  The position is for one year.  It is potentially
renewable.

To apply, please send a resume and contact information for 3 references to
Chris Field, Department of Global Ecology, Carnegie Institution for Science
(phone: 650 823 5326, Email: cfi...@ciw.edu, www.dge.ciw.edu).  To be
assured of full consideration, please apply by March 26, 2010.

The Carnegie Institution of Washington is a non-profit organization that
conducts basic scientific research. It has a strong institutional commitment
to the principle of diversity. In that spirit, we particularly encourage
applications from women, members of ethnic minorities, and individuals with
disabilities.

Position 2: Global Change Ecology Post-doc, Available immediately
JOB DESCRIPTION, March 1, 2010

The Department of Global Ecology of the Carnegie Institution for Science has
an immediate opening for a full-time post-doctoral researcher to work with
the Jasper Ridge Global Change Experiment, located on the campus of Stanford
University.  The Jasper Ridge Global Change Experiment is a long-term
manipulation experiment to explore the responses of grassland ecosystems to
realistic global changes, including warming, elevated atmospheric CO2,
altered precipitation, and N deposition.  In its new phase (2009-2013), the
project is examining the interaction of global changes, restoration,
disturbance by wildfire, and resistance to invasives.  The person who fills
this position can be an expert in any topic related to the work, including
ecosystem ecology, restoration ecology, ecological modeling, ecophysiology,
or plant or microbial ecology.  This person will have the opportunity to
play a major role in the management of the experiment, with a voice in
design, measurements, and approaches to analysis.  She or he will also have
the opportunity to interact with and help steer the work of PhD students,
technicians, and undergraduates. 

Minimum educational qualification is a PhD in Biology or a related field.
Annual salary is $52,000 or greater for full time, depending on experience.
 Compensation for this position includes comprehensive benefits.  The
position is for one year.  It is potentially renewable.

To apply, please send a resume and contact information for 3 references to
Chris Field, Department of Global Ecology, Carnegie Institution for Science
(phone: 650 823 5326, Email: cfi...@ciw.edu, www.dge.ciw.edu).  To be
assured of full consideration, please apply by March 26, 2010.

The Carnegie Institution of Washington is a non-profit organization that
conducts basic scientific research. It has a strong institutional commitment
to the principle of diversity. In that 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Associate in River Biogeochemistry

[Weston Nowlin]

Job Description:   
Postdoctoral Research Associate in River Biogeochemistry
Agency:  
Texas State University – San Marcos
Location:  
San Marcos, Texas, USA
Job Description:  
Texas State University is accepting applications for a post doctoral
research associate examining biogeochemistry and nutrient cycling of
spring-fed river ecosystems.  The position will be a part of a multi-year
project funded by the State of Texas legislature to create the San Marcos
River Observing System.  The San Marcos River is a unique spring-fed river
located in central Texas; the river emerges from the Edwards Aquifer, one of
the most productive karst aquifers in the world, and contains multiple
endemic and imperiled taxa.  The position will be within the Department of
Biology at Texas State University (http://www.bio.txstate.edu/) and will
function in collaboration with the Texas River Systems Institute
(http://www.rivers.txstate.edu/).   Texas State University –San Marcos is a
state-funded university of approximately 30,000 students located halfway
between the cities of Austin and San Antonio on the edge of the Texas Hill
Country.  The expected duties of the position are (1) to assess historical
and current trends in hydrology and water quality, (2) coordinate and
organize field technicians and sampling activities, (3) interact with and
mentor graduate and undergraduate students, (4) coordinate with and provide
assistance to senior researchers on the project, (5) design, implement, and
manage a database of historical and current hydrological and water quality
data, (6) collect and analyze current data on hydrology and water quality,
(7) prepare funding agency progress reports as required, (8) authorship of
grant proposals for additional funding related to the project, and (9)
publication of data related to the project in the peer-reviewed literature.
 The position is funded for a 2-year period with the possibility
continuation if performance is satisfactory and funding is available.  
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a PhD awarded prior to taking the position, with a
strong background in one or more of the following areas: aquatic
biogeochemistry, hydrology (surface and/or groundwater), nutrient cycling of
river ecosystems, and nutrient loading and/or non-point source nutrient
pollution.  Applicants must have strong quantitative skills, experience
working with large datasets, and integration of multiple data sets. 
Experience with time series analysis and use of spatial analytical
techniques, including ArcGIS, is preferred.  SCUBA certification and
experience with small boats is ideal.  Familiarity with various field
equipment and sampling techniques is required, including use of ISCO
samplers, logging water quality sondes, flow meters, and collection of water
quality samples.  Willingness and ability to perform field work under
sometimes adverse conditions is a must.  In addition, applicants must be
comfortable in the lab and have experience with water quality analyses. 
Applicants have to work independently with limited supervision, but must be
able to work well with others in a collaborative environment.  Finally,
applicants must have a demonstrated ability and desire to publish in the
peer-reviewed literature.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience (includes benefits)
Last Date to Apply:
Review of applications will begin May 1st and will continue until the
position is filled.  The anticipate start date is no later than August 31, 2010.
Please contact Dr. Weston H. Nowlin (w...@txstate.edu; 512-245-8794) for
submission of application materials.  Applicants should provide a cover
letter, a CV, names of three references, up to three reprints of
representative research articles, and a brief statement of research
interests and career goals.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to
apply, but applicants must be US citizens or authorized to work in the US. 
Texas State University-San Marcos is a member of the Texas State University
system and an equal opportunity employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Ecology Education Webinar April 27 & May 4: Modeling Species Distributions

[Nicole Beetle]

SAVE THE DATE
Ecology Education webinar April 27 & May 4
Scaling science to the continent: the role of species-environmental matching 
models in conservation.

Dear Faculty,

The Ecological Society of America is pleased to present a FREE opportunity for 
professional development this spring! Join us for a two-part webinar series led 
by Dr. Tom Stohlgren to learn how you can actively engage your students with 
real data by modeling species distributions. The two sessions will introduce 
participants to both the research context of the models and their potential for 
use as teaching tools. This webinar series is part of a partnership  between 
ESA, the Science and Engineering Alliance (SEA), and NEON Inc. with support 
from the National Science Foundation.

About the webinar
Join Tom Stohlgren, Ph.D., a research ecologist with the Fort Collins Science 
Center of the US Geological Survey and Colorado State University faculty 
member, for this two-session webinar focused on engaging students in modeling 
species distributions. Species-environmental matching (niche) models integrate 
field data, remote sensing, and mathematics to make science exciting and 
assessable to a wide range of audiences. The models are easy to run and provide 
a great teaching tool in conservation biology. As data from the National 
Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) become available over the next five 
years, students will have access to real-time ecological and environmental data 
from across the U.S. This webinar will provide both a foundation for teaching 
students about species distributions and niche requirements as well as an 
introduction to using a modeling tool.

Webinar dates and time
Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 1 - 2:00 pm Eastern. An overview of the topic will be 
presented.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 1 - 2:30 pm Eastern. Learn and discuss how 
species-environmental matching models can be used in your classroom.

Attendance at both sessions is necessary for participation in this event.

How to register
Registration is free and will be offered on a first come, first serve basis 
starting Monday, March 8th. Registration will be limited to 25 people and we 
expect the space to fill quickly! We will email an announcement with more 
details and a link to registration on Monday. To participate all you will need 
is your computer, a reliable internet connection, and a phone line. We'll 
provide the rest!

For more information, please contact:

Nicole Beetle
Education Intern
Ecological Society of America
202-833-8773 x 239

[ECOLOG-L] Aquatic GIS Training Workshop Announcement

[Jason Knouft]

GIS Applications in Aquatic Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

An NSF supported three day aquatic GIS training workshop will be offered at
Saint Louis University from June 16-18, 2010.  A general goal of this
workshop is to train and establish an interactive group of researchers and
educators applying GIS techniques in aquatic systems.  Applicants with all
levels of GIS experience are welcome; however, the workshop will be
presented for aquatic biologists with little to no background in GIS
techniques.  

The tentative schedule of topics includes: 1) basic acquisition and
manipulation of GIS data, 2) GIS data sources for aquatic research, 3)
quantification of species’ habitat use at multiple spatial scales, 4)
species distribution modeling, and 5) development and application of
hydrologic data to studies of aquatic systems.  More details on the specific
schedule will be provided in the near future.  The majority of the training
will be conducted using ArcGIS 9.3; however, other software options will be
presented.  Computer space will be provided for each attendee.  

The workshop is open to Faculty, Research Scientists, Postdoctoral
Researchers, and Graduate Students conducting research in aquatic systems. 
There is no cost for the workshop; however, participants will be responsible
for meals, travel, and lodging.  Details and updates will be available at
http://pages.slu.edu/faculty/jknouft/index_files/Page304.htm.

To apply, please email a statement of application including a description of
your research interests (maximum 1 page) and a CV to Dr. Jason Knouft at
aquatic...@slu.edu.  Review of applications will begin on April 15.  GIS
experience is not a prerequisite for the workshop.  A total of 20 spots are
available.

[ECOLOG-L] field assistants needed for prairie dog trapping in Four Corners area

[Loren Cassin Sackett]

Six field assistants are needed to work full time trapping prairie dogs in
the Four Corners area on a project  examining the degree of divergence of
two putative subspecies of Gunnison’s prairie dogs.  We will sample prairie
dogs along transects spanning their range, and determine the range of each
subspecies as well as potential hybridization along the contact zone.  A
second facet of the research will investigate symbiotic pathogens harbored
by prairie dogs.  We will quantify and describe levels of infection with *
Bartonella*, a blood-borne bacterium, as well as presence or absence of the
plague-causing bacterium, *Yersinia pestis*.  Finally, we will quantify flea
species and abundance on prairie dogs.



The field season will last for up to 14 weeks, from May 10 to August
13.  Responsibilities
include collection of blood, fleas and tissue, administration of anesthesia,
data recording, and setting and checking traps.  Tasks will be rotated among
field crew members. Work will begin at 6:00-8:00 a.m. and continue until
about 6:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday; field assistants will each work two 6:00
a.m. days per week.  Prairie dog colonies in rural New Mexico, Arizona, Utah
and Colorado will be visited.  Because many of our sites are remote, we will
camp near each colony Sunday-Friday nights and stay in a hotel on Saturday
night.  Food costs will be covered and technicians will be provided with a
small stipend.



Qualifications:  Must be willing to work long hours in the field, sometimes
in inclement weather, and spend most of the time camping.  Must be able to
complete work involved in handling live mammals.  Some physical exertion is
required (e.g. hiking to the field sites while carrying equipment) and may
be strenuous.



If you are interested, please email a resume and cover letter to
loren.sack...@colorado.edu indicating why you are interested in the
position, and provide the names and contact information for two references.


--
Loren C. Sackett
Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
University of Colorado
N122 Ramaley, UCB 334
Boulder, CO 80309
web.mac.com/loren.sackett

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Field Position in Bend, Oregon

[Elizabeth Johnson]

Biological Science/Botany Field Technician Student Position
Fire Ecology Studies

Position Description: Student will work as a field technician collecting 
vegetation data in a variety of habitats in central Oregon. Limited travel 
to other parts of Oregon and California may be required. This is primarily 
a field position, and duties include collecting vegetation data and 
samples, keying unknown species, and installing and maintaining research 
plots.

Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires a strong interest in botany and ecology, with 
coursework in plant taxonomy and the ability to use a key to identify 
plants to species. Must be able to work with a small field crew in a 
variety of physical conditions. Must be a student in good standing either 
accepted into a degree-seeking program, or currently enrolled at least 
half time. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with vegetation of central Oregon. Knowledge of the principles 
and techniques of field ecology. Knowledge of vegetation sampling 
techniques. Comfort and/or experience using a PDA for direct field data 
entry. Experience using Trimble GPS units.

Pay: GS-4 ($13.41/hour). A higher GS level may be considered for highly 
qualified students.

Dates: May thru September 2010. Dates are flexible around student 
schedules.

Location: Bend, OR. Housing not provided.

Application opening/closing dates:  Position is open until filled.

Application: please send resume, cover letter, transcripts, and references 
to:
Elizabeth Johnson
elizabethjohn...@fs.fed.us

For additional information contact:
Elizabeth Johnson
Deschutes National Forest
1001 SW Emkay Dr.
Bend, OR 97702
elizabethjohn...@fs.fed.us
541-383-5427

[ECOLOG-L] Early Reg. Deadline: Fri, 3/26, Arthropod Genomics Symposium, Kansas City, June 10-13, 2010

[Doris Merrill]

Arthropod Genomics:  New Approaches and Outcomes

4th ANNUAL ARTHROPOD GENOMICS SYMPOSIUM

June 10 – 13, 2010, in Kansas City, USA

www.k-state.edu/agc/symp2010   

 

Deadline to Register at Early-Bird Rates:  Friday, March 26, 2010.  

Other important deadlines:

   *Poster Abstract Submissions:  Wednesday, May 19

   *Hotel Reservations:  Wednesday, May 19, or until room block is filled

 

Please share this announcement with colleagues and students!

 

REGISTRATION: The early registration fee is $295 ($150 for graduate and
undergraduate students) on or before Friday, March 26, and will include a
welcome reception Thursday evening, breakfast and lunch on Friday and
Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday.  

 

VENUE:  The symposium will take place at the Kansas City Marriott on the
beautiful Country Club Plaza.  Participants are invited to dine Saturday
night at an optional banquet at the BRIO Tuscan Grille.

 

PRE-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP: 

Thursday afternoon, June 10, 4:00-6:00 pm

Navigating NCBI’s resources for insect genomics.  Terence Murphy, NCBI/NIH,
will provide training on utilizing NCBI’s resources for insect genomics.
Topics will include accessing data in the RefSeq and Entrez Gene databases,
BLink, BLAST, NCBI’s Map Viewer, and other resources.  Issues regarding the
submission of data to NCBI and options for linking outside resources to
NCBI’s databases will also be discussed.  There is no cost to attend this
optional workshop, but registration is requested.

 

NEW!!! >>> WORKSHOP/SEMINAR:

Saturday morning, June 12, 10:00-11:30 am

MAKER: Genome annotation made easy.  Carson Holt, University of Utah, will
provide a basic overview of MAKER and demonstrate both the command line
version and the new online MAKER Web Annotation Service (MWAS). MAKER is a
portable and easily configurable genome annotation pipeline.  Its purpose is
to allow smaller eukaryotic and prokaryotic genome projects to independently
annotate their genomes and create genome databases. MAKER identifies
repeats, aligns ESTs and proteins to a genome, produces ab initio gene
predictions and automatically synthesizes these data into gene annotations
having evidence-based quality values.  Several use-case scenarios with
example data and results will also be presented.

 

FUNDING AGENCY PRESENTATIONS: 

Representatives from national funding agencies will make short presentations
about funding philosophies and opportunities within their programs.
Following each presentation, the floor will be open for questions and
discussion. Speakers include:  

 Alan Christensen, NSF

 Adriana Costero, NIAID, NIH

 Mary F. Purcell-Miramontes, USDA, NIFA

 

ORGANISM MEETINGS:

Friday afternoon/evening, June 11, 5:15-? p.m.

Meet with scientists who are also working with your organism of interest
during small group gatherings.  Group leaders will be identified to
coordinate topics and lead discussions.  Additional information will be
posted to the conference 

website as details are finalized.

 

ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION:  Sunday morning will highlight a roundtable
discussion led by members of the ArthropodBase Consortium regarding the
generation of integrated arthropod genome databases and tools for genome
projects.  Symposium attendees are invited to join the fun as we share our
progress by providing feedback on these projects and proposing new
possibilities.   

 

POSTER SESSIONS: There will be two poster sessions.  Six platform
presentations will be chosen from submitted poster abstracts.  

Abstract Submission Deadline:  Wednesday, May 19, 2010.

 

SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM: The symposium sessions will begin Thursday evening, June
10, and continue on Friday and Saturday, with additional events Saturday
evening and Sunday morning.  Speakers will present new insights from genomic
approaches in arthropods and describe the development of tools for genomic
analysis. Workshops will be held Thursday prior to the Symposium and
Saturday morning.  Activities will conclude by noon on Sunday, June 13.

 

Keynote Speaker:

Nora J. Besansky

University of Notre Dame

Population genomics of adaptation and speciation in malaria’s vector

 

Featured Speakers:

Michael Akam

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

The genome of the Geophilomorph centipede, Strigamia maritima 

 

Scott J. Emrich

University of Notre Dame

Opportunities and challenges of non-model transcriptome sequencing: From
corn to wild butterflies and moths

 

Matthew Hudson

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Exploring the evolution of social behavior using genome sequencing and
analysis

 

Anthony A. James

University of California

Message in a battle, using whole genome expression analyses to fight
vector-borne diseases

 

Michael R. Kanost

Kansas State University

Functional genomics of cuticle sclerotization in Tribolium castaneum

 

Fabrice Legeai

INRA, Rennes, France

Prediction and analyses of non coding RNA sequences in the pea aphid genome 

 

Barry R. Pittend

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[William Silvert]

I would love to see scientists follow Strunk and White and write well, but 
young scientists should be warned that if their writing is too good their 
papers may be rejected. Too  many editors and reviewers feel that scientific 
text should feel scientific, namely flat and dull. Some features, such as 
passive voice, have been discussed on this list, but anything that is too 
lively may not make it through.


I would of course love to be proven wrong. Last week I submitted a paper to 
a conference that contains a lot of first person usage and even some humour, 
and if it gets accepted I suppose that I shall have to recant.


Bill Silvert


- Original Message - 
From: "Chris Stallings" 

To: 
Sent: quinta-feira, 4 de Março de 2010 14:46
Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?


It's not for scientific writing per se, but I commonly refer to The 
Elements of Style (Strunk and White).



On 3/3/2010 4:02 PM, Lyne Morissette wrote:

Dear ECOLOGers,

I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or 
texts providing tips on how
to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense 
of structure, writing from
the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend 
it, but I would like to

know if there are any other good references out there.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Lyne Morissette, PhD.
Ecosystems&  marine mammals
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski 

[ECOLOG-L] MS Graduate Assistantship in Forest Soils MSU

[Jeff Hatten]

Department of Forestry

Forest Soils and Hydrology Lab

Masters Graduate Assistant Opening Summer or Fall 2010

A graduate research assistantship (Masters or PhD Level) at Mississippi
State University is available in forest soils.  The project will involve
examining the relationship of soil nutrients, carbon, water, and
temperature in a mid-rotation loblolly pine plantation with varying
levels of organic matter retention.  

 

Responsibilities: Monthly field visits to sample soils, and assess above
and below ground productivity, soil nutrients, and soil moisture.
Laboratory work will include the assessment of soil nutrients, soil
carbon, and advanced organic geochemical techniques to examine the
source and degradation state of soil organic matter.  The student will
be responsible for analyzing data, preparing technical reports,
presenting results at national conferences, and developing at least one
peer-reviewed publication.  It is expected that the student will also be
involved in other projects within the Forest Soils and Hydrology Lab and
Forestry Department thereby providing them with a very broad range of
experience and opportunities to collaborate.

 

MSU is located in Starkville in the northeastern part of Mississippi and
has many intellectual, cultural, and recreational opportunities. The
temperate climate of Starkville allows residents to enjoy many
year-round outdoor recreation options including mountain biking, road
cycling, hiking, canoeing, golfing, hunting, fishing, and bird watching.
Opportunities to experience the outdoors include the John W. Starr
Memorial Forest, Noxubee Wildlife Refuge, and the Tombigbee National
Forest, which are all within a 20 minute drive of downtown.  Starkville
and MSU also have a strong devotion to the arts with the MSU Lyceum
Series that brings all the fine arts together throughout the school
year, and the Starkville Community Theater Company which holds
performances year-round.  More information on MSU and Starkville can be
found at: http://www.msstate.edu/web/about_us2.php 

 

Students with a background in forestry, soil science, biology, or
environmental science are encouraged to apply.  The Forest Soils and
Hydrology Lab is a growing lab studying many aspects of soil and aquatic
carbon and nutrient cycling.

 

Starting Date: May to August 2010

Salary:  Graduate research assistantship stipend commensurate with
experience, health insurance, a 100% tuition waiver, and thesis research
funding will be provided to the successful candidate.  All
project-related travel expenses will be covered including giving at
least one presentation at a national conference.

 

Application: Please send (by March 1, 2010) 1) transcripts and/or GRE
scores (unofficial copies are OK initially), 2) CV, 3) contact
information for 3 references, and 4) a letter of application which (i)
describes your interest in the position, (ii) describes your career
goals, and (iii) details your work or educational experience that is
most relevant to this position

 

For more information please contact:




Dr. Jeff Hatten

Forest Soil and Hydrology Lab

Department of Forestry

Mississippi State University

MS State, MS 39762

 

Phone: 662-325-7481

Email: jhat...@cfr.msstate.edu




Dr. Eric Sucre

Sustainability Scientist 

Southern R & D 

Weyerhaeuser NR Company

 

Phone:  252-229-4660

Email: eric.su...@weyerhaeuser.com

 

 

Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Hydrology

Mississippi State University

Department of Forestry

775 Stone Boulevard, Box 9681

Mississippi State, MS 39762

 

Office: 662-325-7481

Fax: 662-325-8726

 

email: jhat...@cfr.msstate.edu

 

 

 

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Are reviews anonymous?

[James J. Roper]

Jonathan,

I agree - I think that one should be able to post the reviews they get. 
Especially if the reviewer suggests something with which the author 
disagrees, so that the author can either 1) educate himself better by 
getting other viewpoints on the topic, or 2) refute the reviewer by 
getting other viewpoints on the topic.


I would think that in your case, you could easily "paraphrase" reviews 
for the teaching purposes you have in mind, which might be the way to go.


Cheers,

Jim

Jonathan Greenberg wrote on 01-Mar-10 20:09:

Interesting -- I'm primarily interested in reviews YOU receive on your
own submitted manuscript (which, 99% of the time, you don't know who
they are from) -- are you allowed to post these in any public forum?
Since the reviews cannot be linked back to an individual (unless that
individual steps forward and takes credit for it), and it is a
criticism of your own work, it seems like one should feel free to post
these if you want.  I was interested in compiling the types of reviews
people get on manuscripts for teaching purposes, so I'm trying to find
out if its legit for people to share these reviews with me if they end
up going out into the public (e.g. on a website)?

--j

On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 3:07 PM, Jonathan Greenberg  wrote:
   

Interesting -- I'm primarily interested in reviews YOU receive on your
own submitted manuscript (which, 99% of the time, you don't know who
they are from) -- are you allowed to post these in any public forum?
Since the reviews cannot be linked back to an individual (unless that
individual steps forward and takes credit for it), and it is a
criticism of your own work, it seems like one should feel free to post
these if you want.  I was interested in compiling the types of reviews
people get on manuscripts for teaching purposes, so I'm trying to find
out if its legit for people to share these reviews with me if they end
up going out into the public (e.g. on a website)?

--j


On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 2:16 PM, Christopher Brown  wrote:
 

Jonathan,

As it so happens, a message close to yours in my email folder was from a
review I did for American Naturalist. As part of the message from the
editor is the line "Please keep all reviews, including your own,
confidential." Thus, at least for Am Nat, it appears that the reviews
should remain unpublished in any form.

CAB

Chris Brown
Associate Professor
Dept. of Biology, Box 5063
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN 38505
email: cabr...@tntech.edu
website: iweb.tntech.edu/cabrown

-Original Message-
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ecolo...@listserv.umd.edu] On Behalf Of Jonathan Greenberg
Sent: Monday, March 01, 2010 12:48 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Are reviews anonymous?

Quick question that came up recently that I was curious about -- I know
REVIEWERS are anonymous, but are the reviews you get supposed to be
anonymous, or can they be posted in a public forum?

--j

   
 


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Re: [ECOLOG-L] castrating frogs

[J. Michael Nolan]

Thanks for this posting by Mike Comet. 

No doubt, Amphibians are one of the best Biological Indicators on this 
Planet?.very thin  and skin willing to absorb about anything. An incredible 
cardio-vascular network/capillary network willing to absorb about anything. 

No World's expert here, but have witnessed Amphibian deaths over the smallest 
issue. So, I think they can work for us at least in this way?

Am not exactly sure we are listening? Again, controversialwe live and die 
by the things the Atrazine gives us in the end.

My point, a great topic for Teaching, some choices need to be made. Sooner than 
later, in my opinion.

On the other end of this story.there are places where Introduced Frogs have 
become a nightmare for Locals in every way. Hawaii, etc.

I have several sp. of Poison Frogs and also Red-eyed Tree Frogs, all 
captive-bred. So, I love these guys and even Native sp. to Michigan.

Only a guess, Reptiles might be a bit more durable to what we expose them to?

Thanks for listening as always. 

Mike Nolan

No, I am not looking for a new job doing this, but talk about a great article 
to tie in ecology/man's impact/evolution/reproductive 
isolation/hormones/everything!!!

http://www.cnn.com/2010/TECH/science/03/01/pesticide.study.frogs/index.html?hpt=T2

Along that same line of chemical castration, here is the link to a
module I produced here at the University of Florida on "Environmental
Contaminants and Their Effects on Florida Alligators". Be sure to click
on Index on the second screen for a list of links to all the topics in
the module.

http://www.cpet.ufl.edu/EIS/Alligator/ 
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best time to return your call and/or your e-mail address.
 
After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request.

Sincerely,

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[ECOLOG-L] EcoTone: Ecologists go online, the world benefits?

[Katie Kline]

Science can take a page out of the World Health Organization's book when it 
comes to tracking and aiding in global health.  Its online database, the Global 
Public Health Intelligence Network (GPHIN), is an early disease detection 
system developed by Health Canada; it collects data on unusual disease events 
by monitoring news wires, websites and online newspapers in eight languages. 
But what can ecologists take away from this?

Read more at 
http://www.esa.org/esablog/science-journalism/ecologists-go-online-the-world-benefits/.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[Jens Oldeland]

Dear Lyne,

I have "tried" several books on writing and must definitely say that 
this one


Cargill M, O´Connor P: Writing Scientific Research Articles: Strategy 
and Steps, 1 edn: Blackwell Publishing; 2009.184p.


is raally good! Because it is about the "process of writing", about 
how to structure a good introduction etc. etc.
Best thing is that they analyse two real articles and compare them with 
their suggestions.


best,
Jens

Lyne Morissette schrieb:

Dear ECOLOGers,

I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts providing tips on how 
to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen�s book (The sense of structure, writing from 
the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it, but I would like to 
know if there are any other good references out there.


Thanks in advance for your help!

Lyne Morissette, PhD.
Ecosystems & marine mammals
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski

  



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Biodiversity of Plants
Biocentre Klein Flottbek and Botanical Garden
University of Hamburg 
Ohnhorststr. 18

22609 Hamburg,
Germany

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Fax:0049-(0)40-42816-543
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Re: [ECOLOG-L] Question about A Basic Multivariate Text

[Alan Haynes]

Hi Howie,

I can recommend two texts, both of which are very much ecology orientated.
The first is "Vegetation Description & Analysis: A Practical Approach" by
Kent and Coker. A very good text covering the history of the developement of
most of the techniques through to use and interpretation. From the mid '90s.
The second is McCune and Grace's "Analysis of Ecological Communities." 2002.
This covers the major ordination techniques and goes as far SEM. A very good
book, it makes a very good partner to PCOrd.
These books were recommended reading on a course that I took a few years ago
and helped alot! I have no problems recommending them at all.

Hope this helps,

Alan




Email: aghay...@gmail.com
Mobile: +41794385586
Skype: aghaynes


On Thu, Mar 4, 2010 at 12:12 AM, Howie Neufeld wrote:

> Dear All - I confess to having last taken multivariate statistics back in
> 1977, but to have used them very infrequently since then.  Thus, I am not up
> on the latest texts for this discipline.
>   Therefore, I would like to ask if anyone can recommend a recent, but VERY
> BASIC introductory text for multivariate analysis, perhaps with an
> ecological emphasis?I would like to emphasize the "VERY BASIC" aspect of
> my request.  Most texts that I have perused, I openly confess, are beyond
> me.  I need to start at the beginning, again.
>   And dare I ask (or even want to know!) if there is a Multivariate for
> Dummies out there?
> Thanks!
> Howie Neufeld
>
> --
> Dr. Howard S. Neufeld, Professor
> Department of Biology
> 572 Rivers Street
> Appalachian State University
> Boone, NC 28608
>
> email: neufel...@appstate.edu
> departmental webpage:
> http://www.biology.appstate.edu/faculty/neufeldhs.htm
> personal webpage: 
> http://www.appstate.edu/~neufeldhs/index.html
>
> Tel: 828-262-2683
> Fax: 828-262-2127
>

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[ECOLOG-L] University Lecturer position in Ecology and Evolution UPDATED

[Daniel Bunker]

UPDATE:  Review of applications is ongoing and the position will be filled ASAP
Potential Applicants should contact Karen Roach (see below) as soon as possible.


The NJIT Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a
University Lecturer position. The main responsibility will be the
coordination and administration of instructional laboratories primarily in
the area of Ecology and Evolution, including overseeing the laboratory
instructional staff. The Lecturer will also be required to develop and teach
additional courses up to a maximum of 9 credit hours per semester at both
undergraduate and graduate levels. A Masters degree in biological sciences
is required, PhD preferred. Teaching experience in a university setting is
highly desired. Preference will be given to candidates who also have
documented effective teaching abilities, organizational skills and staff
management abilities. Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge of and the
ability to use technology to support instruction.  

NJIT is located in University Heights, a vibrant academic neighborhood
including Rutgers-Newark, University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ, Essex
County College, and the Public Health Research Institute. Newark is easily
accessible from all of the New York Metropolitan area.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and statement of teaching
philosophy, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to:   

Karen Roach 
New Jersey Institute of Technology 
Biological Sciences 
Colton Hall 429 
13 Summit Street Newark, NJ 07102 
Email: karen.ro...@njit.edu 

[ECOLOG-L] Forest Ecology Field Technicians Mountain Pine Beetle and Fuels for Fire

[Woolley, Travis]

Job description:
Three field technicians (1 crew lead, 2 techs.) are needed to assist in setting 
up and measuring plots in south central Oregon lodgepole pine forests in areas 
of pre and post mountain pine beetle epidemic. Work will be based out of 
Paisley, OR, but work will also be conducted near Pringle Falls, south of Bend, 
OR. Housing in Paisley and Pringle Falls will be provided. Work duties will 
include setting up plot boundaries, measuring stand structure, tree 
regeneration, surface and crown fuels, and identification of plant communities. 
Multi-day camping and/or backpacking trips may occur. Camping per diem will be 
provided on these occasions. Work may often occur in inclement conditions 
(heat, rain, mosquitoes, etc.).   Strong attention to details and a willingness 
to QA/QC field records necessary.

Qualifications:
Experience performing basic forest measurements, basic plant identification, as 
well as experience hiking off-trail in forested environments and navigating 
cross-county with compass preferred. Must be able to live, travel, and work 
with people in a friendly and professional environment.

Timeline:
Work will start June 14th and run through September 2010. Earlier start date 
may be negotiable for crew lead position.

Pay Range:
$12-14/hour depending on experience.

To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, names and contact information for 2 
references, and any questions to Travis Woolley
travis.wool...@oregonstate.edu. 
Application deadline March 31st.

[ECOLOG-L] Question about A Basic Multivariate Text

[Howie Neufeld]

Dear All - I confess to having last taken multivariate statistics back 
in 1977, but to have used them very infrequently since then.  Thus, I am 
not up on the latest texts for this discipline.
   Therefore, I would like to ask if anyone can recommend a recent, but 
VERY BASIC introductory text for multivariate analysis, perhaps with an 
ecological emphasis? 
   I would like to emphasize the "VERY BASIC" aspect of my request.  
Most texts that I have perused, I openly confess, are beyond me.  I need 
to start at the beginning, again.
   And dare I ask (or even want to know!) if there is a Multivariate 
for Dummies out there?

Thanks!
Howie Neufeld

--
Dr. Howard S. Neufeld, Professor
Department of Biology
572 Rivers Street
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608

email: neufel...@appstate.edu
departmental webpage: http://www.biology.appstate.edu/faculty/neufeldhs.htm
personal webpage: http://www.appstate.edu/~neufeldhs/index.html

Tel: 828-262-2683
Fax: 828-262-2127

[ECOLOG-L] output for random solutions in SAS

[Amanda Ensminger]

I cannot figure out how to get SAS (proc mixed) to output random solutions
into a spreadsheet form that I could export to Excel. I can get it to *print
* the random solutions, but then I have to type each one into Excel. Does
anyone know if it is possible to do this and, if so, what command I would
use?

My basic code:
proc mixed data=one METHOD=REML
COVTEST;

   class
subject;

   model y = x z
   / outp=two  HTYPE=3 DDFM=kr solution;
   random subject / solution;
run;

-- 
Amanda Ensminger
Department of Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506
amanda.ensmin...@gmail.com

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Grades 6-12 Fellowship in Baltimore

[Alan Berkowitz]

The Baltimore Ecosystem Study (BES, www.beslter.org) 
announces a one year G6-12 Fellowship for two graduate students to work with 
middle and high school teachers in the Baltimore City and County Schools as 
part of the Baltimore Partnership for Environmental Science Literacy. This is 
part of a Math Science Partnership (MSP) project funded by the National Science 
Foundation at four Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) sites around the nation.

For the 2010-2011 academic year (June 2010 through May 2011), one Fellow will 
come from Towson University and the other from any institution of higher 
education associated with BES as long as the Fellow is in residence in 
Baltimore for most of the year.

Each Fellow will:
* Spend an average of 21 hours per week working for the project during 
the school year, with more time in the summer during 6 weeks of teacher 
professional development activities.
* Develop classroom applications - protocols, lesson plans, background 
materials - to help integrate ecological research methods and findings from BES 
into teachers' instruction.
* Join the ESL Project's Research Team to participate in research into 
teacher and student thinking and learning.
* Support professional development workshops during the summer and 
school year.
* Receive on-going support from Project scientists and educators as 
they help grades 6-12 teachers implement new teaching approaches in their 
classrooms, schoolyards and neighborhoods.
* Participate in the ESL project annual meeting, and in quarterly 
meetings of BES scientists and educators.
* Receive payment of $25,000 for the 12 month period of the Fellowship.

Fellows will have work space, if needed, in the ESL Project offices at the 
Center for Science and Mathematics Education at Towson University. Laboratory 
facilities and other resources for research support can be arranged at Towson, 
at the BES research offices at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, or 
at other collaborating institutions in the Baltimore area. Additional 
facilities are available at the Cary Institute site in Millbrook, NY.
 BES G6-12 Fellows Program Details for 2010-2011:

Dates:

Start date: June 2010 (preferred; August 2010 is possible) End date: May 2011 
(or one year from start date)

Eligibility:

Graduate students in residence in Baltimore area during the  Fellowship period 
with an interest in science education.

Payment:

$25,000 salary (60% full time) plus benefits

To apply:

Send the following, preferably via email:
1)  A letter of interest explaining how the experience will  benefit you in 
your graduate career and beyond.
2)  A statement of your research and education interests.
3)  A description of your coursework background and relevant teaching 
experience (if any)
4)  Names and contact information for three references.
5)  Names and contact information for your academic advisor (if different).

Send materials to:

Alan R. Berkowitz, Ph.D.
Head of Education
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
PO Box AB (2801 Sharon Turnpike)
Millbrook, NY 12545
(845) 677-7600 ext. 311   Fax: (845) 677-5976
berkowi...@caryinstitute.org

Deadline:

Applications must be received by March 26, 2010.



Thank you for your help in letting graduate students know about this exciting 
opportunity.

Alan Berkowitz

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Alan R. Berkowitz, Ph.D.
Head of Education
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
PO Box AB (2801 Sharon Turnpike)
Millbrook, NY 12545
(845) 677-7600 ext. 311   Fax: (845) 677-5976
berkowi...@caryinstitute.org

[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Assistantship - Univ. Missouri

[Jose, Shibu]

We are looking for a PhD graduate research assistant in the School of Natural 
Resources at the University of Missouri to work on a multi-faceted project, 
Assessing Potentials of Aboveground Forest Biomass using Historical Records and 
Modern Forest Management for Missouri Private and Public Forests.


The objectives of the project are to 1) determine departures and prioritize 
areas with high potentials to increase aboveground forest biomass, and 2) 
investigate how existing knowledge of forest management practices such as 
prescribed burn, thinning, and planting can be used to improve aboveground 
forest biomass.
In our existing projects, we have developed statistical and GIS-based 
methodologies that map statewide aboveground forest biomass from General Land 
Office witness tree data (~1830) and forest inventory and analysis data 
(~2000).  Results from these methods can be used to study objectives 1. Over 
the past years, we have also developed LANDIS PRO, a spatially explicit forest 
landscape model. LANDIS PRO can be used to study objective 2 to conduct 
simulation experiments and evaluate effects of harvest, planting, prescribed 
burn, and thinning on aboveground forest biomass.

Qualified applicants should to have a M.S. in forestry, ecology, biology, or a 
closely related discipline, a GPA > 3.2, and combined verbal and quantitative 
GRE scores > 1100.   Applicants will have knowledge and skills in at least some 
of the following: GIS; computer programming (i.e. R, SAS, Python); dynamic 
landscape models such as LANDIS; landscape and forest ecology in Midwestern, 
oak and oak-pine forests.  Position is available May 2010.  Review of 
applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Please submit applications including a cover letter describing your interest 
and experience in these areas, a resume, and names and contact information of 
three references, copies of transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial at this time 
are acceptable).  All applications should be sent to:

Drs. Hong S. He (h...@missouri.edu) and Shibu Jose (jo...@missouri.edu)
Department of Forestry
University of Missouri
203 Natural Resources Building
Columbia, MO 65211


Shibu Jose, Ph.D., H.E. Garrett Endowed Professor and Director
Center for Agroforestry
Editor-In-Chief, Agroforestry Systems
203 Anheuser Busch Natural Resources Bldg.
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO 65211

Tel: (573) 882-0240
Fax: (573) 882-1977
Email: jo...@missouri.edu
Web: www.centerforagroforestry.org
Research, Teaching and Technology Transfer

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Position: Climate change impacts on plant populations

[Helen Regan]

Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantitative Conservation Ecology: 
Climate change impacts on plant populations in fire-prone ecosystems
Biology Department
University of California Riverside

Qualifications: We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in
population modeling, and a familiarity with species distribution modeling,
with an emphasis on rare plants and climate change. A PhD is required as
well as strong programming and mathematical skills. Experience in, or a
willingness and aptitude to learn, stochastic dynamic programming is
desirable. The candidate must be able to work both independently and in a
collaborative setting.

Job Description: Start date is as soon as possible. The project involves
linking dynamic bioclimatic habitat models with models of plant population
dynamics to estimate the risks of decline and/or extinction for plant
functional types due to climate change, altered fire regime and urban growth
in southern California. The postdoctoral researcher will be based at UC
Riverside and will work under the direction of Helen Regan (UC Riverside),
Janet Franklin (Arizona State University) and Alexandra Syphard
(Conservation Biology Institute). The project will require short trips to
Tempe, Arizona and San Diego, California. Model development and analysis
will include: 1) parameterization of plant population models, 2) assessing
the risks of different threats on plant populations in the context of
climate change, and 3) using decision theory to address regional fire
management questions in the context of climate change. The researcher will
be expected to prepare results for peer reviewed journals.

Appointment: 100% time appointment for one year from start date, with strong
possibility for additional year(s) of funding contingent upon performance.
Salary is $37,900 a year plus benefits.

To apply: Please send your letter of interest, CV, contact information for
three references and any inquiries to Helen Regan at helen.re...@ucr.edu.
The position will remain open until filled, but application review will
commence on March 15, 2010. The University of California is an equal
opportunity employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Field technician doing gypsy moth research

[Kyle Haynes]

The University of Virginia’s Blandy Experimental Farm seeks a part-time
(20-40 hours per week depending on need), hourly technician to assist with a
research project on the reproductive success of gypsy moths, a major forest
pest in Virginia.  The duration of this job is expected to be approximately
5-6 months.  Wage range starts at $10.14 per hour.  Approximate start date
March 15-April 1.

The technician will carry out surveys of gypsy moth hatching and abundance
and will conduct experiments on reproductive success.  The majority of this
work will be conducted outdoors at various forest locations, so the employee
must be willing to work during inclement weather and on uneven terrain.  In
addition, the technician will perform laboratory work such as handling of
insect specimens and entering data into computer spreadsheets.  The employee
will also need to be willing to work alone and to drive between forest site
locations (3 locations, with approx. 30 miles separating each one).  The
employee will be reimbursed for mileage expenses if personal car is used.  
Willingness to work on weekends is desired.  The successful candidate will
possess a positive, professional attitude.

For more information and to apply, go to http://jobs.virginia.edu and search
for posting # 0605077.

Still have questions? Contact Kyle Haynes, Associate Director,
hay...@virginia.edu or 540-837-1758 x 292.

[ECOLOG-L] Spatial Ecologist (Wildlife and Habitat) with The Wilderness Society Alaska

[Wendy Loya]

Post-Doc/Research Associate-Spatial Ecologist:  The Wilderness Society 
(wilderness.org), a science-based conservation organization, is seeking a  
Spatial Ecologist to contribute to developing analytical methods which expand 
our understanding of the impacts of human activity, including energy 
development, and climate change on arctic ecosystems.  Associate will lead 
development of one or analyses aimed at understanding impacts to wildlife 
habitat, including landcover/habitat change and connectivity, resource 
selection by arctic species, and/or population viability.  Will also contribute 
to collaborative efforts to link this suite of spatially explicit ecological 
models.  Work is done in a collaborative environment with federal, state, 
tribal, NGO, and university scientists and managers to create 
management-relevant scientific analyses.

Ideal for PhD with research experience in landscape/vegetation change, wildlife 
resource/habitat selection, population viability modeling  or other spatial 
ecological modeling.  Must show demonstrated proficiency with modeling, 
software and statistical programs (R preferred) appropriate to research.  
Candidates should have the desire and ability to prepare reports and 
manuscripts for peer-review in a timely manner.  An Interest in public land 
management and climate change issues, and experience with or a desire to learn 
about Alaskan/Arctic ecosystems is essential.

Position is based in our Anchorage, AK office.  The Wilderness Society offers 
competitive salary and benefits.   Complete job description available by 
request. Review of applications will begin March 19, 2010.  Questions and 
applications (cover letter, CV and contact info for 3 references) can be 
directed to Dr. Wendy Loya, Ecologist, 
wendy_l...@tws.org.

[ECOLOG-L] Ecological Database Software or Templates?

[Matthew Sarver]

Hi all - 

I am wondering if anyone can recommend any free or low-cost software or 
templates that facilitate the databasing (flat or relational) of basic 
ecological relationships (e.g. trophic relationships, plant-pollinator 
relationships, etc.) from field work and literature?  I could create a database 
from scratch in Access or another program, but wondered if there are any 
ready-made solutions out there that require less database design expertise and 
time expenditure?  Basically, I need something that can accept relationships 
such as: part A of plant B is eaten by animal C, observed/published by 
investigator/author D at geographic location E and date F.

Anyone have such a template?

Thanks,
Matt

Matthew Sarver
Sarver Ecological Consulting
New Castle, DE
www.matthewsarver.com


  

[ECOLOG-L] Ecotone: From the Community

[Katie Kline]

Fruit fly behavior mapped, resilience theory in an urban setting, changing the 
universe's birthdate and genetic diversity in an all-female species. 

Explore stories and videos on ecological science from the month of February at 
http://www.esa.org/esablog/research/from-the-community-february-edition/. 

[ECOLOG-L] Research Assistant Position in soil carbon biogeochemistry

[Jim Tang]

The Ecosystems Center at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is seeking 
applicants for a full-time Research Assistant position working in soil 
biogeochemical cycles in the context of climate change at Harvard Forest and a 
nearby crop land in Massachusetts. The position starts in April 2010.

The candidate will primarily work in the field to use new techniques (including 
the infrared gas analyzer, automated chambers, eddy covariance technique, and 
tunable diode laser analyzer) to understand soil biogeochemical cycles and 
processes. The candidate is expected to maintain the trace-gas flux measurement 
system and potentially develop his/her own ideas to improve the system. 
Laboratory work includes chemistry analyses, data analyses, and writing of 
reports. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with a group of 
leading scientists in biogeochemistry at MBL (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/).

A BA/BS in ecology, environmental sciences or environmental engineer is 
required. An MA in above fields is desired. Strong experience in field 
instrumentation, particularly of electric wiring, infrared gas analyzers, 
dataloggers, and climatic sensors, is essential. The successful candidate 
should be able to work independently and willing to learn to use and explore 
new field-based instruments.

Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous physical activity in 
temperate forests throughout the year.

Applications including Cover Letter, Resume/CV, names of references, unofficial 
transcripts should be sent to Dr. Jim Tang at jt...@mbl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Tenure-track Asst. Prof. - Evol. Biol. - Oklahoma State Univ.

[Puni Jeyasingh]

Evolutionary Biologist – Tenure-track

As part of our continued growth in the areas of Environmental Stress and
Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, the Department of Zoology at Oklahoma State
University invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor in
organismal (including humans) evolution. Applicants are expected to have a
Ph.D., post-doctoral research experience, teaching experience, and
demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding. Responsibilities of
this position will include establishing a vigorous, extramurally funded
research program, successfully mentoring M.S. and Ph.D. students, and
effectively teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.

The Department of Zoology has a long history of research in conservation
biology, ecology, evolution, physiology, and environmental toxicology, and a
variety of partnerships with the Departments of Botany, Microbiology and
Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Natural Resource
Ecology and Management, the Oklahoma Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research
Unit, and the Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. More information can be
found at http://zoology.okstate.edu.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, separate
statements of research interests and teaching philosophy, and three sample
publications, by email (kristen.b...@okstate.edu; pdf preferred) or by
standard mail, to Dr. Kristen Baum, Chair, Faculty Search Committee,
Department of Zoology, Oklahoma State University, 501 Life Sciences West,
Stillwater, OK 74078. Three letters of recommendation should be sent
directly by the applicant’s references by standard mail to the address
above. Application review will begin 15 April 2010, with employment
beginning 1 January 2011. Filling of this position is contingent upon
availability of funding. Oklahoma State University is an AA/EEO/E:Verify
Employer committed to diversity. OSU:Stillwater is a tobacco:free campus.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[David L. McNeely]

If you want a weighty tome (lol) then CBE Style Guide provides excellent 
writing help.  One can't carry it around much.  Better to just keep it handy 
near the desk.  David McNeely

 Chris Stallings  wrote: 
> It's not for scientific writing per se, but I commonly refer to The 
> Elements of Style (Strunk and White).
> 
> 
> On 3/3/2010 4:02 PM, Lyne Morissette wrote:
> > Dear ECOLOGers,
> >
> > I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts 
> > providing tips on how
> > to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense 
> > of structure, writing from
> > the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it, 
> > but I would like to
> > know if there are any other good references out there.
> >
> > Thanks in advance for your help!
> >
> > Lyne Morissette, PhD.
> > Ecosystems&  marine mammals
> > Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski
> 
> -- 
> Christopher D. Stallings, Ph.D.
> Research Faculty
> Florida State University Coastal & Marine Lab
> St. Teresa, FL 32358, USA
> 
> phone: 850.697.4103
> fax: 850.697.3822
> web: http://www.marinelab.fsu.edu/faculty/stallings.aspx

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[Carrie Wells]

I teach a writing in the Sciences course and use the text by Penrose and
Katz, "Writing in the Sciences, Exploring conventions of scientific
discourse". I find this to be a useful reference for both undergraduate and
graduate level writing.

Carrie Wells
PhD Candidate, Clemson University

On Wed, Mar 3, 2010 at 4:02 PM, Lyne Morissette <
lyne.morisse...@globetrotter.net> wrote:

> Dear ECOLOGers,
>
> I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts
> providing tips on how
> to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense
> of structure, writing from
> the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it,
> but I would like to
> know if there are any other good references out there.
>
> Thanks in advance for your help!
>
> Lyne Morissette, PhD.
> Ecosystems & marine mammals
> Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski
>

[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. Assistantship - Ecology of Infectious Disease

[Stephen B. Cox]

Folks - I have a graduate assistantship that is available for a
student interested in investigating the relationship between mosquito
community dynamics and risk of dengue.  The position involves
collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of researchers that
includes ecologists, epidemiologists, mathematicians, and medical
entomologists.  The successful candidate will have a strong
quantitative background and, due to funding limitations, must be a
U.S. citizen.  Programming experience also is desirable.  Interested
students are encouraged to peruse the TIEHH website
(www.tiehh.ttu.edu) and contact me (www.tiehh.ttu.edu/scox) for
additional information.

Regards

Stephen Cox
myrddin...@gmail.com

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Outreach Director, The Great Sunflower Project

[David Inouye]

The Great Sunflower Project 
(www.GreatSunflower.org) 
seeks an Outreach Director to develop and 
implement communication and education programs 
for a nationwide citizen science and conservation 
program. The Outreach Director develops and 
implements programs that translate and 
communicate information about The Great Sunflower 
Project and the science of pollinator biology, 
monitoring and ecosystem conservation to a wide 
variety of audiences including scientists, 
partners, donors and general public. 
Specifically, he/she oversees communications 
through media, website, newsletters and in-person 
activities and produces written materials that 
communicate our findings to target audiences.


The Outreach Director must be organized, 
self-motivated and detail‐oriented, possess 
strong writing skills, and have a background in a 
communication, outreach or education-related 
field and a passion for conservation, gardening, 
botany or entomology. Initial scope of work is 
part-time, up to 15 hours per week.


Qualifications:

Ability to identify and anticipate project 
communication needs, strengths, weaknesses, and 
opportunities. Outstanding written and verbal 
communication skills. Demonstrated experience in 
writing, editing and writing grant proposals. 
Sound knowledge of the Web and the ability to use 
the internet effectively for communication. 
Knowledge of HTML and experience posting text and 
images on the Web is a plus but not required.


The main duties of the Outreach Director will be to:

• Deveelop and respond to media, website and email inquiries.
• Provide resources for education programs and children’s ggroups;
• Write press releases, captions, newsletters, etc
>• Represent the Great Sunflower Project at various outreach venues;;
• Assist with writing grants;
• Research potential audiences and funding sources;
• C¢ Clip press mentions of GSP in various publications;
• Other dutiies as needed.

This is currently an hourly position that would 
pay $12 per hour. Funding is secured for six 
months and we hope to raise funds to extend the 
position, increase time and raise the pay. San 
Francisco Bay area base is preferred but 
negotiable. To be considered, please email your 
resume, along with a letter of interest and, if 
available, writing samples to: Gretchen LeBuhn, 
Executive Director, Great Sunflower Project 
(leb...@sfsu.edu)
©2010 The Great Sunflower Project | San 
Francisco State University|1600 Holloway Avenue|San Francisco|94132

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[Christophe Boete]

Dear Lynn,

I would suggest 'How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper' by Robert A.
Day & Barbara Gastel, Greenwood Press.


I hope this helps,
Best,

Christophe

---
Christophe Boëte l http://www.christopheboete.net l cbo...@gmail.com



On 3 March 2010 22:02, Lyne Morissette 
wrote:
>
> Dear ECOLOGers,
>
> I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts
providing tips on how
> to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense
of structure, writing from
> the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it,
but I would like to
> know if there are any other good references out there.
>
> Thanks in advance for your help!
>
> Lyne Morissette, PhD.
> Ecosystems & marine mammals
> Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski

[ECOLOG-L] Hydrologist/Climate Change Ecologist with The Wilderness Society

[Wendy Loya]

Post-Doc/Research Associate-Hydrologist/Climate Change Ecologist:  The 
Wilderness Society (wilderness.org), a science-based conservation organization, 
is seeking a  Hydrologist/Climate Change Ecologist to advance current modeling 
efforts aimed at understanding interactions between climate and landscape 
factors affecting water availability in natural systems in Alaska, especially 
the Arctic.  Associate will work with partners to develop historical water 
availability data layers and to develop a conceptual framework for an 
integrated ecosystem model (water availability, vegetation, permafrost and 
disturbance) for Alaska.  Work is done in a collaborative environment with 
agency, NGO and university scientists to understand the ecosystems within the 
federal land conservation unit of interest.

Ideal for PhD with research experience in hydrologic or ecologic modeling, 
although exceptional candidates with MS plus experience are encouraged to 
apply.  Demonstrated proficiency with modeling, software and statistical 
programs (R preferred) appropriate to research.  Desire and ability to prepare 
reports and manuscripts for peer-review in a timely manner.  Interest in public 
land management and climate change issues, and experience with or a desire to 
learn about Alaskan/Arctic ecosystems.

Position is based in our Anchorage, AK office.  The Wilderness Society offers 
competitive salary and benefits.   Complete job description available by 
request. Review of applications will begin March 19, 2010.  Questions and 
applications (cover letter, CV and contact info for 3 references) can be 
directed to Dr. Wendy Loya, Ecologist, 
wendy_l...@tws.org.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[Chris Stallings]

It's not for scientific writing per se, but I commonly refer to The 
Elements of Style (Strunk and White).



On 3/3/2010 4:02 PM, Lyne Morissette wrote:

Dear ECOLOGers,

I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts 
providing tips on how
to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense of 
structure, writing from
the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it, but 
I would like to
know if there are any other good references out there.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Lyne Morissette, PhD.
Ecosystems&  marine mammals
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski


--
Christopher D. Stallings, Ph.D.
Research Faculty
Florida State University Coastal & Marine Lab
St. Teresa, FL 32358, USA

phone: 850.697.4103
fax: 850.697.3822
web: http://www.marinelab.fsu.edu/faculty/stallings.aspx

[ECOLOG-L] Avian point count positions - HJ Andrews Experimental Forest, OR

[Sarah JK Frey]

Field technician (1) and intern (1-2) needed for a long-term forest  
bird monitoring study at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest (http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/index.cfm?topnav=1 
) from approximately May 1st to July 15th. The study is part of a PhD  
project in the Betts landscape ecology lab at Oregon State University (http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm 
). The field station is located in the Willamette National Forest near  
Blue River, OR and provides access to great hiking and mountain biking  
trails, swimming holes, and hot springs. Duties include conducting  
avian point counts along transects and dirt roads, vegetation and  
insect sampling, acoustic recordings, data entry and error checking.  
Applicants should be motivated, organized and comfortable working in  
remote areas alone or in a group. The position requires hiking in  
variable terrain, travel on dirt roads by 4WD vehicle and mountain  
bike, early mornings, and working outside for extended periods in cold  
and wet conditions. Point count experience necessary for technician  
position. Identification skills of birds of the Pacific Northwest by  
sight and sound preferred, but not required. The intern position is  
intended for someone beginning in the field of ornithology that is  
interested in learning new skills and techniques. Housing provided at  
the HJ Andrews is apartment-style with shared rooms. Pay for  
technician is $1800/month and intern is $500/month. Please send cover  
letter, resume and 3 references to Sarah Frey (EM: sarah.frey at  
oregonstate.edu).

[ECOLOG-L] JOB: Associate professorship in belowground ecology at the University of Georgia

[Richard Shefferson]

Associate Professor in Below Ground Ecology

The Department of Plant Biology at the University of Georgia invites 
applications for the Haines Family Professorship in Below Ground Ecology. 
This new position will focus on the below ground component of plant ecology: 
plant roots and their interactions with their environment, other plants and 
soil organisms (including fungi, bacteria and herbivores), and soil 
processes (including nutrient and water cycling). We seek an individual who 
addresses fundamental ecological and evolutionary questions and who 
integrates field- and lab-based research approaches with molecular tools and 
techniques. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. degree and a record 
of scientific productivity appropriate for appointment at the level of
associate professor. S/he is expected to continue and expand a vigorous 
externally-funded research program and to teach and train undergraduate and 
graduate students. The Plant Biology Department encompasses a broad range of 
disciplines and has historical strengths in plant ecology, evolutionary 
biology and mycology (http://www.plantbio.uga.edu). We interact with
numerous other ecologists, mycologists, and plant scientists across campus 
in the Odum School of Ecology, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural 
Resources, Departments of Plant Pathology, Crop and Soil Sciences, Genetics, 
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and on-campus branch of the USFS 
Southern Research Station. There is also the potential to utilize a wide 
range of off-campus facilities such as the UGA Marine Institute at Sapelo 
Island and its associated Sapelo Island Microbial Observatory, the Coweeta 
Hydrologic Lab and LTER, and the Savannah River Ecology Lab.

To apply, the following should be submitted at
http://www.plantbio.uga.edu/positions.html : (1) a single PDF file 
containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and short statements of 
research interests and teaching philosophy; (2) a single PDF file containing 
three reprints of research papers; (3) four letters of recommendation
submitted by references. The search will remain open until the position is 
filled. Complete applications (including letters) received by March 25, 2010 
are assured full consideration. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, 
its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing 
the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and
learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities and people with 
disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University is an EEO/AA 
institution.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Are reviews anonymous?

[david alonso]

Dear David,

To write a critic to paper is what we did in:

D. Alonso and M. Pascual (2006). A keystone mutualism drives pattern in a
power function. Technical Comment. *Science, 313*: 1739b
J. Chave, D. Alonso and R. S. Etienne (2006). Comparing models of species
abundance. *Nature, 441*: E1-E2*.

*To get this critics in was not really
straightforward. It implied a lot of work.

Also most papers decline commentaries that are
not really against some of the results of the paper.
My suggestion is something different and easier.
It requires less work. What I mean is to comment on
the same paper you have reviewed (so you are not
doing any extra work) by writing a short commentary
to be published along with the accepted paper.
This will enrich  the paper itself  with views that are
left out by the authors.

Cheers,
David.




On Wed, Mar 3, 2010 at 3:54 PM,  wrote:

>  david alonso  wrote:
>
>
> 
>
> > So as a reviewer, if you want to publish your own review reports
> > once the original paper has been published, since, as Hal said,
> > the reviews are copy-right materials by their own authors by default, you
> > should be allowed to do it.
>
> 
>
> > A related question is that, as a referee, I have always found very
> > frustrating that all referee's work and scientific communication
> > back and forth with authors until final acceptance is mostly lost.
>
> 
>
> > My frustration comes from the fact that, after writing a long review that
> > took me time and work, the final accepted paper is usually
> > unable to reflect my contrasting points of views from those of the
> authors,
> > even I may think that authors' contribution is somehow worth
> > to be published.
>
>  wants what he as a reviewer had to say in his review to be read by the
> paper's readers, and that journals should work out a way for it to be
> published also. >
>
> In most journals, anyone who wishes to write a comment on a paper may do
> so, send it to the editor, and ask for it to be published.  I assume this
> would apply to a reviewer, whom I would advise NOT to reveal in said comment
> that he (she) had reviewed the paper negatively in the first place.  Just
> join in the normal processes of paper critique that most journals allow.
>  Authors will normally be allowed to respond to the critique, and both
> critique and response will be published (if the review process and the
> editors find that they should be).
>
> David McNeely
>

[ECOLOG-L] Suggestions of books on scientific writing?

[Lyne Morissette]

Dear ECOLOGers,

I was wondering if any of you would have some suggestion on books or texts 
providing tips on how 
to improve scientific writing. I have read George Gopen’s book (The sense of 
structure, writing from 
the reader's perspective; 2004, Pearson Longman editors) and recommend it, but 
I would like to 
know if there are any other good references out there.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Lyne Morissette, PhD.
Ecosystems & marine mammals
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski

[ECOLOG-L] What goes up must come down

[the Chruscielskis]

If airborne emissions are measured in tons, it stands to reason that
part of those pollutants will find their way into our crops and drinking 
water supply.  After all, what goes up (in tons) must come down - 
just dispersed over a larger area. Wind, particle weight and topography 
are variables.

Can anyone direct me to research in this area?
I am particularly interested in benzene and carbon disulfides.

Kathy Chruscielski