[ECOLOG-L] Job advertisement
Could you please post the following job advertisement? Thanks a lot Susanne Job announcement --- The Faculty 10 Biology, Zoological Institute, Department Evolutionary Biology at the University of Mainz is searching for Two doctoral Students (3 years - 50-65% TVL E13) in the research area Behavioral Ecology and Evolutionary Biology ants Application is possible until positions filled, for full consideration, apply by 30th Sept. 2011 --- We invite applications for the two positions for doctoral students, which are funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG). The projects analyze the evolution of resistance and virulence in structured populations of slavemaking ants and their hosts and natural selection on the behavior and composition ant societies, including the evolution of colony personalities. The scientific projects include the field studies, behavioral observations, genetic, chemical and immunological analyses. Information on our scientific work including recent publications can be found under http://www.bio.uni-mainz.de/zoo/evobio/. For further information, please contact foit...@uni-mainz.demailto:foit...@uni-mainz.de. The University of Mainz hosts many excellent scientific institutions (http://www.uni-mainz.de/eng/) and Mainz is a historic city located on the Rhine River with many students and a rich social and cultural life (http://www.mainz.de/WGAPublisher/online/html/default/hpkr-5nkek8.en.html). Interested candidates should send an application (as a single e-mail attachment) containing a CV, PDF of their Master or Diplom Thesis, a list of publications a motivation letter and two letters of reference to: Prof. Dr. Susanne Foitzik Evolutionary Biology Institute of Zoology Johannes-v.- Müller-Weg 6 55099 Mainz Germany +49 6131 39 27 840 foit...@uni-mainz.demailto:foit...@uni-mainz.de Starting date for the position is October 15st 2011, but is negotiable Prof. Dr. Susanne Foitzik Evolutionsbiologie Insitut für Zoologie Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz Johannes von Müller Weg 6 55099 Mainz Tel: +49 (0) 6131 39 27 840 Fax: +49 (0)6131 39 27 850 Email: foit...@uni-mainz.de
[ECOLOG-L] 2012 SWS Diversity Program Undergraduate Mentoring Awards for SWS/INTECOL Meeting in Orlando, Florida
The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) announces the availability of undergraduate student awards for travel to attend the annual SWS meeting at the INTECOL Wetland Conference June 2 – June 9, 2012 in Orlando, Florida. The mission of this SWS program is to increase diversity in the Society and the field of wetland sciences by offering full travel awards to undergraduate students from underrepresented groups and providing career mentoring and exposure to career options at the Society’s annual meeting (see application form for eligible groups). These awards are supported by the National Science Foundation and several SWS Chapters (Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, Central, South Central, North Central, Western, and Pacific Northwest). The areas of interest of the student participants range from freshwater to marine and involve a wide variety of organism types. Undergraduate participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. An undergraduate student is a student who is enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a baccalaureate or associates degree. Spring 2012 graduates are eligible as well. Application materials and additional information are available from Dr. Frank P. Day, Old Dominion University (f...@odu.edumailto:f...@odu.edu) and on the program’s web page (http://www.sws.org/mentoring.mgi). An email to Frank Day expressing interest in the program can serve as a preapplication. Application deadline is November 15, 2011.
[ECOLOG-L] Post Doctoral Research Associate in Dendritic Network Ecology/Amphibians: deadline reminder
Post Doctoral Research Associate in Dendritic Network Ecology/Amphibians Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative (ARMI) in the Northeast Project leaders: Evan H. Campbell Grant, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, MD Winsor H. Lowe, University of Montana, Missoula, MT William F Fagan, University of Maryland, College Park, MD Position description: The Patuxent Wildlife Research Center seeks a postdoctoral research associate to investigate how dispersal among tributaries affects the persistence and dynamics of stream amphibian populations in larger stream networks. There is sufficient latitude for the successful applicant to steer the project to align with her/his interests. This research will occur in National Parks, National Forests, and Wildlife Refuges throughout the Northeastern United States. The successful applicant will be based at Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, Maryland. Qualifications: 1. Ph.D. in quantitative ecology, wildlife ecology, or related fields. 2. Knowledge of amphibian ecology, spatial modeling, and population estimation. 3. Experience conducting fieldwork, especially in streams, and supervising research technicians. 4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate a collaborative research environment and dissemination of results in scientific outlets. Benefits: The salary range is approximately $40,000 - $70,000 depending on qualifications and other factors. This is a one-year time-limited appointment with potential for extension based on the scope of the applicant#8217;s interests and contingent on funding. Full support is available for 2 years, with a 3rd year dependent on funding availability. Support for technicians and travel is also available. Application: Send CV with names and contact information for three references to Evan Grant (ehgr...@usgs.gov). We encourage applicants to submit materials by September 31, 2011. Evan Grant Northeast Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative Patuxent Wildlife Research Center Laurel, MD 20708-4017
[ECOLOG-L] ESA Emerging Issues Conference: Poster Abstract Submission Now Open
Call For Poster Abstracts (Students and Post-Docs) Developing Ecologically-Based Conservation Targets Under Global Change The 2nd Emerging Issues Conference of the Ecological Society of America February 27 - March 1, 2012 National Conservation Training Center Shepherdstown, West Virginia http://esa.org/emergingissues Eligibility: Undergraduate students, graduate students, post-docs (at time of conference) Benefits: Up to 20 awards, each up to $1,000 for travel expenses Application deadline: Thursday, September 29, 2011 ESA's Governing Board announces the Conference, Developing Ecologically-Based Conservation Targets Under Global Change, to be held February 27 to March 1 2012, in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The conference is co-chaired by Bernd Blossey of Cornell University and Dov Sax of Brown University. This by invitation only conference at the National Conservation Training Center will include two full days of presentations, discussions, and poster sessions; one day of workshops; and a concluding plenary. The conference will bring together ecologists, land and conservation managers, and students to 1) identify both existing and novel conservation targets that are ecologically sound in light of rapid global change, and 2) develop a framework for assessing the inherent tradeoffs, risks, and benefits involved in achieving those conservation targets. The ultimate objective is to provide science-based, practical decision tools for those charged with implementing conservation strategies throughout North America and internationally. The Conference Committee is soliciting submissions of poster abstracts by eligible students and post-docs that relate to the conference theme. A final participant group representing gender, ethnic, and disciplinary diversity is a key goal of the conference and as such these factors will be taken into consideration during the abstract review process. The conference committee especially encourages abstract submissions from students and post-docs from underrepresented groups. Abstracts that break new ground in understanding or managing the impacts of global change on conservation are especially encouraged. Authors may approach the topic through ecology, policy, or education applied to any geographic region, habitat, or species. We are especially interested in integrative approaches that recognize the importance of interdisciplinarity and those bridging traditional divides between natural and social scientists. Abstracts will be reviewed in October and authors will be notified of their acceptance status by November 3, 2011. How to submit an abstract We are now accepting abstracts from students and post-docs for a September 29 deadline. Visit http://www.esa.org/emergingissues/abstracts.php for more information on the application components and author instructions. From there you will be directed to the abstract submission form for the conference. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Riem, Science Programs Coordinator at the Ecological Society of America, at jenni...@esa.orgmailto:jenni...@esa.org.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Opportunities in Applied Science
voir ci-dessous pour une version en français GRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES IN APPLIED SCIENCE Effects of Hydroelectric Operations in Canadian Aquatic Ecosystems NSERC HydroNet is a national research network aimed at promoting sustainable hydropower and healthy aquatic ecosystems in Canada. The general objectives of the network are to acquire new knowledge, and to develop new tools, to better assess, minimize, and mitigate the effects of hydropower on fish and their habitats. This network includes 13 academic scientists, and a strong partnership with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (6 scientists) and numerous major hydroelectric companies (Manitoba Hydro, BC Hydro, Brookfield Power). The network offers unique interdisciplinary training opportunities. We are presently looking for candidates interested in the following projects: • M Sc project: Modelling fish habitat use in the littoral zones of lakes and reservoirs; D. Boisclair and P. Legendre (U. de Montréal, daniel.boiscl...@umontreal.ca) • Ph D project: Relationship between community structures and the production rates in rivers; J. Rasmussen (University of Lethbridge, joseph.rasmus...@uleth.ca) and D. Boisclair (U. de Montréal) If you are bright and enjoy challenges that include field research in areas that combine fundamental and applied sciences, send your CV and a cover letter to contact individuals before November 1st 2011. version française OPPORTUNITÉS D’ÉTUDES SUPÉRIEURES AU CANADA EN RECHERCHE APPLIQUÉE Effets des Opérations Hydroélectriques sur les Écosystèmes Aquatiques HydroNet CRSNG est un réseau national de recherche qui vise le développement durable de l’hydroélectricité. Les objectifs généraux de ce réseau sont d’acquérir de nouvelles connaissances et de développer de nouveaux outils pour estimer et minimiser les impacts des opérations hydroélectriques sur les poissons et leurs habitats. Ce réseau compte 13 chercheurs universitaires et s’appuie sur un partenariat important provenant du Ministère des Pêches et Océans Canada (6 chercheurs) et de 3 grandes compagnies productrices d’hydroélectricité (Manitoba Hydro, BC Hydro et Brookfield Power). Le réseau offre des possibilités uniques de formation interdisciplinaire. Vous trouverez ci-dessous deux projets pour lesquels nous cherchons des candidats : • Projet de maîtrise: Modélisation de la qualité des habitats littoraux de lacs et réservoirs; D. Boisclair and P. Legendre (U. de Montréal, daniel.boiscl...@umontreal.ca) • Projet de doctorat: Relation entre la structure des communautés et le taux de production de rivières; J. Rasmussen (University of Lethbridge, joseph.rasmus...@uleth.ca) et D. Boisclair (U. de Montréal) Si vous êtes brillants et motivés par des défis qui impliquent des travaux de terrain et de laboratoire et qui combinent la recherche fondamentale à la recherche appliquée, faites parvenir vos Curriculum vitae et une lettre de motivation aux personnes appropriées avant le 1er novembre 2011.
[ECOLOG-L] Environmental Scientist position at Northern Kentucky University
Environmental Scientist - Assistant Professor (Fall, 2012) The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a Tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Environmental Science beginning Fall 2012. Ph.D. in Environmental Science or related field required. Preference will be given to those with an emphasis on environmental pollution and remote sensing/GIS experience. Primary teaching responsibilities include Introduction to Environmental Issues, Orientation to Environmental Careers, and Introductory Biology. Opportunity to develop new environmental courses. Research specialization area is open; multidisciplinary approaches are encouraged. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in the Environmental Science program (http://www.nku.edu/~envsci/), the new College of Informatics (http://informatics.nku.edu/), and will be expected to work closely with the Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics (CINSAM) (http://www.nku.edu/~cinsam/). Research opportunities abound due to our close proximity to the Ohio River, and our close collaboration with the Center for Applied Ecology, the Cincinnati branch of the U.S. EPA, and the University of Cincinnati. The Department has a strong focus on undergraduate research. Northern Kentucky University is a growing, vibrant comprehensive metropolitan university of 16,000 students that is just minutes away from Cincinnati, OH, and CVG airport. A detailed description of the position plus departmental information may be found at http://www.nku.edu/~biosci. Send letter of application; brief statement of professional goals; statements of teaching/research philosophy; curriculum vitae; transcripts; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to bio...@nku.edu or hard copy to Environmental Scientist Search, Department of Biological Sciences, SC 204E, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY 41099. E versions are preferable. Review of application materials will begin on Oct. 11, 2011 and continue until position is filled. NKU, located seven miles from downtown Cincinnati in an area offering an outstanding quality of life, is a nationally recognized metropolitan university committed to active engagement with the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region of nearly two million people. Our institution is built on core values that emphasize multidimensional excellence, learner-centered education, civic engagement, multiculturalism, innovation, collegiality, and collaboration across disciplines and professional fields. For additional information on Northern Kentucky University visit http://www.nku.edu. NKU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. A criminal background screening is required. -- Richard L. Boyce Director, Environmental Science Program Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences Northern Kentucky University Nunn Drive Highland Heights, KY 41099 USA 859-572-1407 (tel.) 859-572-5639 (fax) boy...@nku.edu http://www.nku.edu/~boycer/ = One of the advantages of being disorderly is that one is constantly making exciting discoveries. - A.A. Milne
[ECOLOG-L] Call for Papers Future of African Rainforests Conference Oxford January
http://www.eci.ox.ac.uk/africa/index.php -- Clara B. Jones [Still playing the game with entropy...] Blog: http://vertebratesocialbehavior.blogspot.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/cbjones1943 Cell Phone: 828-279-4429
[ECOLOG-L] HIP working group recruiting Leadership Team member
Hackathons, Interoperability, Phylogenetics (HIP), a NESCent working group [1], envisions a future virtual phyloinformatics bazaar in which comparative data and phylogenies are archived, shared, annotated, re- used, aggregated, marked up, mashed up, and linked in. In pursuit of this vision, the working group is staging a series of hackathons (i.e., intensive participant-driven hands-on development meetings) that empower early-career scientists to help build and take advantage of an emerging network of interoperable evolutionary resources [1]. The HIP leadership team [2], which is responsible for planning and implementing the hackathons, is seeking an additional member to share in our vision. We are particularly interested in a scientist with experience in applying phylogenetic approaches in ecology (broadly defined), ideally with some kind of emphasis on data integration, aggregation, or other kinds of data reuse. Leadership team members need not be programmers, but they must be interested in promoting the development and application of software tools and interoperability standards, and they are expected to bring to the table knowledge of software-related challenges (and possibly resources) relevant to using phylogenies and comparative data for ecological research questions. HIP leadership team members are expected to attend a face-to-face leadership meeting in December 2011 or January 2012, monthly teleconferences, and 3 hackathons over the next 2 years; they should allow additional time to prepare for meetings and to follow ongoing hackathon projects. Hackathons thrive on a balanced mix of participant expertise and roles: leadership team members will be part of the mix, but may serve in roles other than software developer, such as documentation coordinator, use-case researcher, code tester, etc. (If you are interested only in being part of a hackathon, watch for future calls for participation in this venue). Over the 2-year period of the project, the HIP leadership team will steer the focus areas, participant mix, and tangible products for the working group hackathons. The team members can expect enjoyable, rich, and productive interactions with a growing and energetic community of evolutionary scientists interested in issues of interoperability, data sharing, standards, and cyberinfrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to make a contribution towards advancing the state-of-the- art and the state-of-the-practice in interoperability and evolutionary biology. To apply, please fill out a short online application form at http://bit.ly/qmqfXi by September 12th, 2011. We encourage you to resolve any questions you have about the group’s mission, the hackathon model, or the specific role you might play, by contacting one of the project’s PIs listed below. The current Leadership Team [2] will sort through the applications and reach a decision within one week. Feel free to re-send this message as needed. Thanks! On behalf of the HIP leadership team, Rutger Vos (rutgera...@gmail.com), University of Reading Arlin Stoltzfus (ar...@umd.edu), University of Maryland / NIST Enrico Pontelli (epont...@cs.nmsu.edu), New Mexico State University [1] http://evoio.org/wiki/EvoIO_Working_Group_Proposal [2] http://evoio.org/wiki/EvoIO_Working_Group_Proposal#Leadership_Team
[ECOLOG-L] Hilton Pond 08/01/11 (Spiders Of August)
Due to a family medical emergency, we haven't posted This Week at Hilton Pond for a while, but we're back at it now with a photo essay about the Spiders of August. If you think you've got a bad case of arachnophobia, it's time to confront your fears--perhaps by taking a look at the images and text within our installment for 1-31 August 2011 at http://www.hiltonpond.org/ThisWeek110801.html While there please scroll down for a list of all birds banded or recaptured during the period--you may be surprised at the number of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds--and to read a few miscellaneous nature notes. We also acknowledge those who recently have supported Hilton Pond Center's initiatives in education, research, and conservation. Happy Nature Watching! BILL = RESEARCH PROGRAM c/o BILL HILTON JR. Executive Director Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History 1432 DeVinney Road, York, South Carolina 29745 USA office cell (803) 684-5852 fax (803) 684-0255 Please visit our web sites (courtesy of Comporium.net): Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History at http://www.hiltonpond.org Operation RubyThroat: The Hummingbird Project at http://www.rubythroat.org ==
[ECOLOG-L] Latin American Field assistants wanted - Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile
I am looking for Latin American field assistants from October 20th – December 20th, 2011 to help with a research project on the interaction of invasive species. The research takes place on Robinson Crusoe Island, Juan Fernández Archipelago, Chile. Our main task is identifying plants inside and outside of rabbit exclosures. Food and lodging are included while on the island. Transportation assistance (roundtrip mainland Chile to island) may be possible for applicants from Latin America. Speaking or reading English is not required. Preference will be given to Chilean applicants. Deadline for Latin American applicants has been extended to September 8th. Please note that the deadline has NOT been extended for applicants from non-Latin American countries and remains September 4th. For more information visit http://www.stanford.edu/~lnelis/Postulacion (Spanish) Or http://www.stanford.edu/~lnelis/AsstApp.html (English) Thanks for your interest! Lis Castillo Nelis
[ECOLOG-L] PhD research assistantship in Sydney, Australia
A PhD research assistantship is available to study the effects of drought on soil carbon and nutrient cycling mediated by rhizosphere processes in the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Sydney. If you are interested and have an MS degree in soil science, environmental science, ecology, or related field, send an application letter, CV including contact information of two referees, and copies of transcripts to feike.dijks...@sydney.edu.au. You are particularly encouraged to apply if you have experience using stable C and N isotopes. The University of Sydney is Australia's premier University with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence, and employs over 6,800 permanent staff supporting over 46,000 students. The Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources has established strengths in soil science, physiological ecology of terrestrial ecosystems, plant pathology, plant breeding, precision agriculture, spatial information systems, agroforestry, and agricultural and resource economics. Further information about the faculty and its academic programs are available at www.sydney.edu.au/agriculture http://www.sydney.edu.au/agriculture . Scholarships covering tuition and living allowance of AU$20,000 per year are available through the University of Sydney. For more information about the assistantship contact Feike Dijkstra at: feike.dijks...@sydney.edu.au. FEIKE A DIJKSTRA | ARC Future Fellow and Senior Lecturer Faculty of Agriculture, Food Natural Resources THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Level 4, Biomedical Building (C81), 1 Central Ave, Australian Technology Park | Eveleigh | NSW | 2015 T +61 2 8627 1122 | F +61 2 8627 1099 E feike.dijks...@sydney.edu.au | W http://sydney.edu.au/agriculture/staff/find_staff_member/staff_profiles/ feike_dijkstra.shtml
[ECOLOG-L] JOB: PhD Max-Planck-Institute for Evolutionary Biology
We are a seeking a motivated PhD student to join our research team working on the interaction of evolution and ecology at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology in Plön, Germany. Evolution in action has recently been recognized as an important player for many ecological interactions. It is now well recognized that evolutionary change can affect the interaction between species within in a few generations and that ecological interactions may influence the outcome of evolution in return. This project uses fast growing aquatic organisms (algae, viruses, rotifers) that allow tracking of evolutionary change and ecological dynamics in combination with subsequent analysis through mathematical modeling. For details of the study system refer to Becks et al. 2010 Ecology Letters, Becks Agrawal 2010 Nature, Ellner Becks 2011 Theoretical Ecology. We are looking for a highly motivated ecologist or evolutionary biologist to join our newly formed group “Community dynamics” at the Max Planck institute for Evolutionary Biology. The ideal candidate is fascinated by evolutionary and ecological questions, independent and creative. She/he has a background in evolutionary biology, population or community ecology and has worked with aquatic systems before. A MSc (or equivalent) in Biology is required. For more information on the project contact Lutz Becks (lbe...@evolbio.mpg.de). The institute offers a stimulating international environment and an excellent infrastructure with access to state-of-the-art techniques. The town of Plön is in the middle of the Schleswig-Holstein lake-district within a very attractive and touristic environment near the Baltic Sea, close to the university towns of Lübeck and Kiel. Hamburg and Lübeck are the closest airports. The position is funded for three years, starting as soon as January 2012. Please apply by sending your CV, including the email addresses of two referees, and a letter of motivation to Lutz Becks (lbe...@evolbio.mpg.de). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Ecological sensitivity of Australian rainforests to selective logging
Hello friends, Do anyone has the pdf of the review article ROSS HORNE and JOHN HICKEY 1991 Ecological sensitivity of Australian rainforests to selective logging. Australian Journal of Ecology Volume 16, Issue 1, pages 119129. It is online since 2006 but I do not have access in my university in Brazil and the library does not have the paper version of the journal. Thanks in advance, Alexandre
[ECOLOG-L] Is academic publishing a racket?
Dear Ecologers, A lab mate sent me a link to a newspaper article that I feel deserves further discussion. In Brad Boyle's own words, it is 'a provocative and important article in The Guardian on the racket of academic publishing': http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2011/aug/29/academic-publishers- murdoch-socialist. Also, see the original blog by George Monbiot: http://www.monbiot.com/2011/08/29/the-lairds-of-learning/ for more discussion on the topic. Are we really all being ripped off, or is this just another paranoia? If academic publishers are indeed parasites, how do we break the vicious cycle given that we do build our careers on publishing in high-end journals? Can open access journals ever become 'high-end'? Julie Messier -- PhD Candidate, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Arizona
