[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher – Forest Ecosystem Modeling
Postdoctoral Researcher – Forest Ecosystem Modeling University of Florida, Gainesville, Department of Biology Supervisors: Jeremy Lichstein (http://biology.ufl.edu/People/faculty/jlichstein.aspx), Kaoru Kitajima (http://www.biology.ufl.edu/People/faculty/kitajima.aspx), and Stefan Gerber (http://soils.ifas.ufl.edu/personnel/gerber.html) We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in forest ecosystem modeling. This project will make use of a recently developed next-generation global ecosystem model that represents individual-level height-structured competition for light (see details below). The research questions are broadly defined to encompass the response of the forest carbon cycle to climate change, rising atmospheric CO2 concentrations, and other aspects of global change. The successful candidate will actively participate in developing a research program tailored to their specific interests. We are particularly interested in assimilating data sources that span multiple spatial and temporal scales, including plant trait databases, eddy-covariance tower networks, and forest inventories. We are currently collecting a novel data set as part of an NSF-funded study on the temperature response of tropical trees to experimental warming (see http://people.biology.ufl.edu/jlichstein/respiration_summary.pdf). This data set provides new observational constraints on the response of tropical forests to climate change. The University of Florida provides an exciting and diverse intellectual environment for research in ecosystem ecology and quantitative modeling. The Biology Department hosts leading research efforts in boreal, temperate, and tropical ecosystem ecology, as well as theoretical and computational biology. Collaborators in the School of Forest Resources and Conservation and the Department of Soil and Water Science provide additional resources and perspectives. The UF High Performance Computing Center (http://hpc.ufl.edu/) is a world-class computing facility. The new model, developed in collaboration with Princeton University and the NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL), combines the NOAA- GFDL LM3V land model (Shevliakova et al. 2009, Global Biogeochem. Cy. 23:GB2022; Gerber et al. 2010, Global Biogeochem. Cy. 24:GB1001) with the mathematically and computationally tractable PPA forest dynamics model (Strigul et al. 2008, Ecol. Monog.78:523-545; Purves et al. 2008, PNAS 105:17018-17022). Because the model is formulated at the scale of individual trees, it naturally accommodates successional diversity (e.g., pioneer and shade-tolerant tree species) and links directly to the millions of individual-level observations of tree growth and mortality available from forest inventory plots. We will encourage the successful candidate to take advantage of the new unique opportunities afforded by this new model, but we remain open to other models and modeling approaches. Qualifications: PhD in ecology, plant physiology, geosciences, applied mathematics, or related field; strong quantitative and writing skills. Preference will be given to applicants with (1) research experience in terrestrial ecosystem ecology or plant physiology, and (2) strong mathematical, statistical, and computational skills (i.e., proficiency with one or more scientific programming languages, such as C, FORTRAN, or R). Applicants who lack these qualifications should explain in a cover letter their motivation for transitioning to ecosystem modeling research and their preparation for doing so. Start date is flexible, with a preferred date before October 2012. Funding: two years, with competitive salary and benefits To Apply: Email a single pdf to Jeremy Lichstein (jlichst...@ufl.edu) with subject POSTDOC: ECOSYSTEM MODELING including (1) cover letter with a 1-2 page statement of research interests and goals; (2) CV; and (3) contact information for three references. Minorities, women and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.
[ECOLOG-L] Two items about NSF
From AIBS Public Policy Report: National Science Board Proposes Revisions to Merit Review Criteria The National Science Board (NSB) has suggested changes to the criteria the National Science Foundation (NSF) uses to evaluate grant proposals. The existing two merit review criteria, which consider the intellectual merit and broader impacts of the proposed research, would be retained. Changes, however, would be made to better define the criteria, in order to clarify misunderstandings within the research community. The largest change was made to the broader impacts criterion, which considers a projects potential to benefit society and contribute to the achievement of specific, desired societal outcomes, such as expanding minority participation in science. The revised criterion takes into account a proposals potential to benefit society and explore original or potentially transformative concepts, as well as the qualifications of the researcher(s), adequacy of resources, and organization and rationality of the plan. The existing broader impacts criterion does not place an emphasis on the ability of a grantee to achieve his/her stated outcomes. The NSB also recommended the addition of three overarching principles to better guide researchers and reviewers. The principles aim to ensure that NSF supports high quality research that advances the frontiers of knowledge; that NSF-supported research should contribute, in the aggregate, to achieving societal goals; and that assessment of NSF-funded projects should use appropriate metrics that account for the size and scope of the work. NSF has already taken action to transition to use of the revised criteria, according to a memorandum from Ray M. Bowen, chair of the NSB. Download the report at http://aibs.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a2886d199362c2554974f78afid=4b0e847629e=86677c1c7ahttp://www.nsf.gov/nsb/publications/2011/meritreviewcriteria.pdf. Head of NSF BIO Shares His Vision for the Directorates Future The National Science Foundations (NSF) new assistant director of the Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO), Dr. John Wingfield, recently shared his vision for BIO with the AIBS journal, BioScience. The interview, which appears in the January issue, explores future directions in biological research, the budget for the directorate, and public access to data. [T]he organism in its environment is the ultimate frontier, said Dr. Wingfield. How we are going to understand the organismenvironment interaction in a changing world is a huge challenge. Going from genomes to phenomes is one way; also, the other way, top-down, from phenome back to genome, is a useful way to look at it. With respect to the recent change to an annual grant cycle in the Divisions of Environmental Biology and Integrative Organismal Systems, Wingfield hopes that the new system will reduce the burden on reviewers and researchers: You expect that with this system, where you have more time to assess the reviews, time to talk with the program officer, over the same timescale, you'll get funded, and you'll get a lot more feedback. One thing we're reminding people of is that despite this new cycle, we will still be funding the same number of grants and the same number of beginning investigators each year. Wingfield recognizes the uncertainties in the current federal funding environment, and views protection of existing core programs as the first priority. An austere budget, notes Wingfield, could result in the delay of the opening of new synthesis centers. Wingfield also expects NSF-funded researchers to start sharing their data. Mandated open access to data will be implemented in the future, although the details are still evolving. Read the full interview with Dr. Wingfield for free at http://aibs.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=a2886d199362c2554974f78afid=23b5f28441e=86677c1c7ahttp://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1525/bio.2012.62.1.6.
[ECOLOG-L] Tenure Track Ecological Economist - Plymouth State University
Plymouth State University seeks an integrative environmental analyst with expertise in the economics of and policy related to aquatic ecosystem services for its Center for the Environment (CFE) with a joint appointment in the Department of Environmental Science and Policy. Primary duties include, but are not limited to conducting research related to an NSF funded initiative on the interactions among climate, land use, ecosystem services, and society; developing a research program that complements existing strengths in CFE; teaching relevant courses in the MS program in environmental science and policy; mentoring and advising graduate students; and contributing to CFE through service and collaboration. This is a new, tenure-track position to begin in the fall of 2012. The successful candidate will spend approximately half time engaging with a team of researchers across New Hampshire colleges and universities on a major research project over the next four years. This will provide a unique opportunity for building research capacity at PSU and in New Hampshire around climate, land use, and ecosystem services. Applications must be submitted via https://jobs.usnh.edu and require a cover letter, CV, research statement, and teaching statement. Review of applications will begin on February 14.
[ECOLOG-L] Making Nature Whole by Bill Jordan and G Lubick Book Launch - STREAMING ONLINE
Making Nature Whole - A History of Environmental Restoration By William Jordan III and George M. Lubick WHEN: Wed 18th January 2012 at 6:30 pm CST (Environmental Science and Chemistry Building (McGowan South), 1110 West Belden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614 ROOM 108) Wednesday is the book launch of William R. Jordan III (co-director of DePaul University's Institute for Nature and Culture) and George M. Lubick's Making Nature Whole at 6:30 CST For those that can't we will be webcasting the event on our blog Environmental Critique http://environmentalcritique.wordpress.com/ and, as long as all goes well with the technology gods, that video should remain online for you to watch at your leisure. PROGRAM: Interdisciplinary reflections on the book by Tom Simpson (McHenry Co Conservation District), Anthony Paul Smith (DePaul University Institute for Nature and Culture), Paul Gobster, USDA (Forest Service), David Wise (UIC), Claire Butterfield (Faith in Place), and Gavin Van Horn (Center for Humans and Nature) and from the author William Jordan III. Thanks Liam Liam Heneghan Professor of Environmental Science http://las.depaul.edu/env/People/LiamHeneghan/index.asp Co-Director, Institute for Nature and Culture DePaul University 1110 W Belden Chicago, IL 60614-3251 Ph 773 325-2779 Fax: 773 325-7448 email: lhene...@depaul.edu Blog: http://10thingswrongwithenvironmentalthought.blogspot.com/
[ECOLOG-L] ESA Graduate Student Policy Award deadline is Jan 23
The deadline to apply for the 2012 ESA Graduate Student Policy Award is fast approaching. The award includes an all-expenses paid, two-day, hands-on science policy experience in Washington, DC. Participants have multiple opportunities to interact with federal policymakers, including meetings with Members and congressional staff on Capitol Hill. *Deadline to apply is MONDAY, Jan. 23, 2012* For more information, click here: http://www.esa.org/pao/policy/ESAGraduateStudentPolicyAward2012.pdf Nadine Lymn Director of Public Affairs Ecological Society of America 1990 M Street, NW Suite 700 Washington DC 20036 202.833.8773 ext. 205 202.833.8775 Fax --
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Two items about NSF
This sounds like a rather regressive change. Have they given up on helping younger researchers all together? On 1/18/2012 9:47 AM, David Inouye wrote: The revised criterion takes into account a proposal’s potential to benefit society and explore original or potentially transformative concepts, as well as the qualifications of the researcher(s), adequacy of resources, and organization and rationality of the plan. -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs Capitalizing on Low-Crawling Fruit from Insect-Based Innovation http://www.allthingsbugs.com/Curriculum_Vitae.pdf https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643
[ECOLOG-L] Undergraduate Research Intern in Agro-ecology
We seek an undergraduate research intern at the MacArthur Agro-ecology Research Center (MAERC) at Buck Island Ranch, Lake Placid, Florida http://www.archbold- station.org/archboldbiosta/html/education/intshipsturesearch/index.html . MAERC is a Division of Archbold Biological Station located on a 10,500- acre commercial cattle ranch, and is dedicated to long-term ecological research, education, and environmental stewardship. The intern will be expected to work for the agro-ecology research program for 20 hours per week and work on an independent project for 20 hours per week. The intern will assist with ongoing research and monitoring projects at MAERC, including projects in freshwater wetland ecology, ecosystem services, and long-term monitoring of ecological communities and water quality. The successful candidate should have a B.S in biology, ecology or related field and have some field research experience. We seek a highly motivated team player with a strong work ethic who is capable of rigorous fieldwork under hot, humid subtropical conditions, and is willing to live in a remote rural location. This position includes a $100.00 per week stipend paid bi-monthly with gratis room and board provided on site. The approximate term is from March 1 - August 31, 2012. Internships are expected to last between 6 and 10 months. Applicants should send 1) a letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses for three references by Feb 13 to: Dr. Betsey Boughton at ebough...@archbold-station.org. Position will remain open until filled. For further information contact Dr. Boughton via e-mail, at (863) 699-0242 or visit our website www.maerc.org. Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. --- -
[ECOLOG-L] 2012 Summer Chainsaw/Trail/Restoration Team Member
Description: Spend your summer working and camping outside at some of Nevadas premier natural areas. Serve alongside international volunteers and college students from across the country while making a lasting contribution to Nevadas natural heritage. Gain valuable field experience while working on habitat improvement, restoration, and recreation projects with the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and local and state agencies. Projects include trail building and maintenance, hazardous fuels reduction, and habitat restoration. Compensation: This is an AmeriCorps position, and candidates will receive a living stipend of $3,500 for the summer. This is not an hourly wage or a salary and is paid to members bi-monthly throughout their term of service. Upon completion of AmeriCorps service members shall receive an additional education award in the amount of $1,468 that can be used for paying off student loans, or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college. Timeline: May 21, 2012 August 16, 2012 Potential Conservation Projects: Trail building and maintenance Exotic species removal Hazardous fuels reduction Habitat restoration Riparian restoration Illegal road decommissioning Duties: Maintaining a positive and professional attitude at all times while providing service. Communicating with agency project staff. Complying with both production and quality work standards established by NCC administration, crew supervisors and project partners. Contributing to basic duties at the campsite including cooking, cleaning and organizing crew equipment. Work Schedule: Crew members serve in the field on either a 4-day-on, 3-day-off or 8-day-on, 6-day-off schedule. Training: Members will participate in orientation from May 21, 2012 to May 26, 2012, where they will receive training in technical skills related to the specific crew they are placed on. Members will also be trained in leave-no-trace ethics and CPR/First Aid. Locations: Lake Tahoe Basin Great Basin National Park Spring Mountain NRA Mt Rose Wilderness Area Ely, Nevada Qualifications: To qualify, you must be over 18 years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime or the equivalent of two full-time education awards). To Apply: Step 1: Click here https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=43464 Step 2: Click Apply then register. Step 3: Once registered login and complete the application. Step 4: Click the Search Listings link and search for program name: Nevada Conservation Corps Step 5: Click on the position then hit the Apply Now button at the bottom of the listing. Please direct all questions regarding the application process to Bridget Walden at bwal...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from the Nevada Commission for National and Community Service. This program prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Ph.D. opportunity in amphibian ecology
Ph. D. in Amphibian Ecology We are looking for a highly motivated, independent and naturally inquisitive Ph. D. student with excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as creative problem solving capability and strong work ethic to work on questions related to amphibian population and community ecology in New Brunswick, Canada. The standard Ph.D. stipend offered through UNB-St. John will be offered from available project financial resources that are guaranteed for 3 years. In relation to provision of this funding, constraints on the successful candidates project must include: (1) detailed work on bioacoustic monitoring including development and application of automated recognizers to detect amphibian community change in relation to multiple long-term monitoring sites under various disturbance regimes and (2) experimental manipulations of some or all of 42 experimental ponds extant at the Long-term Experimental Wetlands Area in New Brunswick, Canada. Working within those constraints the student will be expected and encouraged to develop their own specific hypotheses for testing as a basis of their dissertation research. The only absolute requirements are that you be curious, creative, independent and self-motivated, that you have reasonably good quantitative skills, and that you have a driver?s license. Preference will be given to students who already have (1) an M. Sc. (but we would consider exceptional B. Sc. students who believe they are ready to step into a Ph. D. program), (2) some experience with amphibian ecology, (3) training in acoustic monitoring, and (4) field experience. The successful candidate will be enrolled at UNB Saint John in Saint John, New Brunswick under the co-supervision of Dr. Jeff Houlahan(UNB-SJ) and Dr. Dean Thompson (Canadian Forest Service, Sault Ste. Marie and UNB-SJ adjunct). Ideally, we would prefer that you start by May 1, 2012 but delayed startup in the fall of 2012 will be considered for exceptional candidates. Applications for this position must include a Curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate academic transcripts, a cover letter and full contact information for a minimum of three academic/research references. Application materials should be sent to Jeff Houlahan at jeffh...@unb.ca.
[ECOLOG-L] Head, Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences,University of Idaho
Head, Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences The University of Idaho College of Natural Resources seeks an exceptional individual to serve as Head of the Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences. The candidate will lead outstanding programs, mentor faculty, and prepare globally competitive graduates. The Department (www.uidaho.edu/cnr/feb) offers masters and doctoral programs in Natural Resources, as well as undergraduate programs in Fire Ecology and Management, Forest Resources, Rangeland Ecology and Management, and Renewable Materials. The Department Head will guide and mentor faculty, staff, and students, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and liaise with college and university administration to lead some of Idaho's flagship academic programs. Responsibilities include administering departmental instruction, research, outreach, and engagement activities, fostering faculty and staff development, growing investments in university research, and updating and implementing the College Strategic Action Plan. As an active faculty member, the Department Head will also maintain a portfolio of research, teaching, and outreach activities. Additional responsibilities, a description of academic programs, and position qualifications are found at www.uidaho.edu/cnr/jobs. Applications must include a letter of interest and qualifications, a philosophy of leadership in a teaching, research, and outreach program, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for five references. To apply, submit the materials via the online application system at: http://www.uidaho.edu/humanresources/Applicants. Review of applications will begin no sooner than 26 February 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Anthony S. Davis, search committee chair (asda...@uidaho.edu; 208-885-7211). To enrich diversity, the University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Final candidates must pass a criminal background check. The selectee must provide required U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services eligibility verification prior to employment.
[ECOLOG-L] Please post to the ECOLOG-L List
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Chief of Party (CoP) for upcoming Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Landscapes programs in Central America Effective with the release of this announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the position of Chief of Party for various anticipated multi-year USAID-funded climate change, biodiversity, and sustainable landscapes regional and country programs in Central America. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the attached position description. Positions are contingent upon receipt of donor funding. GENERAL: Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world. SALARY BENEFITS: The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. APPLICATIONS: Applicants should go to the Jobs link at www.winrock.orghttp://www.winrock.org and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing CoP Climate Change Central America by February 20, 2012. Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. EEOE/AA. POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Chief of Party (CoP / Team Leader); Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Landscape programs in Central America UNIT: Forestry Natural Resource Management REPORTS TO: Director, FNRM Unit PROGRAM SUMMARY: Winrock is seeking dynamic, highly-qualified Chief of Party (CoP) candidates for various anticipated multi-year USAID-funded Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Landscape regional and country programs in Central America. We anticipate that these programs will strengthen the capacity of target countries in Central America to achieve meaningful and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from the forestry-land use sector, and allow these countries to benefit from the emerging international REDD+ framework. These programs will also focus efforts on biodiversity conservation and climate change adaptation within the context of a series of interventions targeting key landscapes. Positions are contingent upon receipt of donor funding. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: § Coordinate with USAID and counterpart government agencies to identify priority issues, and ensure program activities complement national, sub-national, and local priorities. § Provide overall technical leadership to achieve the results of the project. § Provide supervision, support, and direction to long- and short-term staff. § Monitor program indicators, evaluate program results and make recommendations for improvement in program implementation. § Analyze project impact and challenges to adaptively manage the project to meet or exceed results. § Ensure women and marginalized groups are beneficiaries of the project. § Prepare annual work plans and progress reports, and monitor the implementation of these plans. § Establish contacts with partners and clients to ensure coordinated implementation of project activities and represent the Winrock Team at key meetings. § Interact directly and on a regular basis with USAID to coordinate program direction with USAID strategic goals. § Participate in regular field visits to the project areas to assure project progress towards activity objectives and goals. § Manage relationships with complementary USAID and other donor projects. § Coordinate and communicate on a regular basis with Winrock's Home Office. QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND: Education: Master's degree required in natural resource management, forestry, natural science, resource economics, biodiversity conservation, or other relevant international development field. PhD in relevant discipline would be a distinct asset. Work Experience: § Minimum 10 years experience managing complex international development programs required. § CoP experience on USAID-funded environmental, conservation, forestry, or livelihoods projects is strongly preferred. § Must have previous experience working on development programs within the context of REDD+, global climate change, biodiversity conservation, and/or sustainable landscapes. § Experience working to build institutional capacity of government counterparts at the national and/or local level. § Technical and managerial experience in Central or South America is strongly preferred. Skills: § Technical understanding of REDD+, international carbon markets, climate change adaptation, and/or biodiversity
[ECOLOG-L] K-State REU Site Program in The Ecology and Evolution of Changing Environments
Kansas State University (K-State) invites applicants for a 10-week REU Summer Program. The focus of the program is on the mechanistic understanding of ecological and evolutionary responses to short- and long-term responses to changing environments. Research projects will address biological patterns observed in changing environments by examining underlying genetic, developmental, physiological, or ecological mechanisms. The program is hosted by the Ecological Genomics Institute, Konza Prairie Biological Station, and the Division of Biology at K-State. Over 30 faculty from the Division of Biology and Departments of Entomology, Geography, and Plant Pathology will serve as potential mentors. Participants will learn modern approaches in ecology and evolutionary biology, attend professional development seminars, travel to important ecological sites and genomic centers in Kansas and Missouri, and have two opportunities to present their research. The program covers costs of accommodations and meals. Participants will also receive a generous 10-week stipend. The deadline for applications is the 1st of March 2012. More information is available by visiting http://www.ksu.edu/reu or by contacting the PIs (Dr. Bruce A. Snyder and Dr. Theodore J. Morgan) at biology...@ksu.edu. -Bruce ~~~ Bruce A. Snyder, PhD Instructor; REU Program Coordinator Mail: Kansas State University Division of Biology 116 Ackert Hall Manhattan, KS 66506-4901 Office: 136 Ackert Hall 785-532-2430 How many miles of unexplored caves are there?”
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) -Tucson, Arizona
The REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) program is a National Science Foundation-sponsored endeavor wherein undergraduates receive a stipend to conduct independent research projects under faculty guidance and mentorship. The Archer/Breshears Labs in the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Arizona in Tucson seeks an undergraduate student to participate in the REU program for the summer of 2011. An application form and a flier describing the program (research questions, qualifications, start date, expectations, application deadline, etc.) can be found at: http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/ Application Deadline: March 15, 2012 (or until suitable candidate is found).
[ECOLOG-L] Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement-Forest Health
Assistant/Associate Professor - Forest Health Auburn University's School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor in the area of Forest Health and the interactions of introduced and native fungi and insect vectors in forest ecosystems located in the southern US. This is a 12-month, tenure-track position, with 80% research and 20% teaching responsibilities. Additional information about the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences and its programs can be found at our website: https://sites.auburn.edu/academic/sfws/Pages/default.aspx Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply Responsibilities: The incumbent is expected to develop a significant research program through active pursuit of extramural funding, recruitment of graduate students, and publications in high-quality refereed journals. The incumbent also is expected to teach a core undergraduate course in the forestry curriculum and develop one graduate course in their area of expertise. Qualifications: PhD in Entomology, Pathology, Forestry, Biology or a closely related field is required. We seek candidates with research/teaching interests focused on contemporary research and how forest management practices influence stand/ecosystem health. Those with a strong forest pathology and entomology background and having worked in an applied decision-making context on habitat restoration, risk mapping systems and habitat restoration are preferred. Experience in working with southern pine ecosystems is desirable. Evidence of collaboration at the international level on forest declines would be desirable for Associate level. The incumbent must present evidence of the potential for teaching excellence and a solid record of research productivity including ability to obtain extramural grants and publish findings in high-quality refereed journals. The selected candidate must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Excellent communication skills required. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2012 and will continue until a successful candidate has been identified. Application: To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts, and names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Mrs. Pam Beasley (beas...@auburn.edumailto:beas...@auburn.edu) School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, 3301 Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building, 602 Duncan Drive, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5418. For additional information contact: Dr. Art Chappelka, Chair, Search Committee, phone 334-844-1069, fax 334-844-1084, or e-mail: chap...@auburn.edumailto:chap...@auburn.edu Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
[ECOLOG-L] Job: research coordinator, Gund Institute
Research Coordinator Gund Institute for Ecological Economics, The University of Vermont The Gund Institute at the University of Vermont (UVM) seeks a Research Coordinator to support our interdisciplinary research and education efforts. We will hire a talented, thoughtful, and organized individual to work closely with the Director in managing all aspects of Institute. Main responsibilities include helping to set strategic directions, working with Institute fellows to develop collaborative grant proposals, coordinating activities among fellows and students, overseeing internal and external communications, and co-managing the Institute's budget. The Research Coordinator will also have opportunities to participate in Institute projects. The Gund Institute is an interdisciplinary research center, where faculty and students collaborate widely to understand and help solve complex environmental problems. The institute has a new Director and substantial new resources, so the successful candidate will have an opportunity to shape its future direction. The Institute is part of the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at UVM, located in Burlington between the Green and Adirondack Mountains and on the shores of Lake Champlain. Candidates must have a Master's degree in ecology, economics, environmental science, or related disciplines, plus at least two years of relevant experience. Expertise in supporting scientific collaborations and managing budgets is required, along with excellent writing, communications, and organizational skills. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references at www.uvmjobs.com (posting #0040285). Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2012 and we anticipate a start date of June 2012. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Contractor, North American Association for Environmental Education
NAAEE Seeks a Contractor For Work with Academic Institutions Deadline: January 23, 2012 NAAEE seeks a Contractor to assist with a grant task, related to integrating environmental education into colleges and universities. The Contractor will coordinate with the leaders of State Consortia being established in California, Maryland, and Colorado to identify and recruit 10 higher education leaders in colleges of education at minority academic institutions to participate in the EECapacity program and foster a long-term relationship with the State Consortia and EE community. For details please see http://eelinked.naaee.net/n/eelink-jobs/posts/Deadline-Jan-23-2012-for-Contractor-Applicationshttp://eelinked.naaee.net/n/eelink-jobs/posts/Deadline-Jan-23-2012-for-Contractor-Applications
[ECOLOG-L] Fire Resources/ Vegetation Management Field Tech
Working cooperatively with the BLM Winnemucca District Office, GBI is recruiting a Field Technician to work cooperatively with BLMs vegetation management Field Lead. The Technician will work on emergency stabilization and rehabilitation (ESR), fuels, and weed projects. Duties include following established field protocols to conduct vegetation monitoring and data collection with GPS units on new and existing monitoring sites. Other duties will include assisting with project planning and implementation of ESR, fuels and weed treatments. GIS duties include uploading and downloading GPS and working in ArcGIS to create shapefiles, boundary files, etc , as well as entering monitoring data into existing databases. Duties will include using ArcGIS and District databases to assist in the creation of new monitoring location sites, as well as entering project implementation and effectiveness monitoring data into databases. In the event of new Wildland fires on District lands, the Technician may assist and support the post-fire assessment team with writing new ESR plans, learning how these plans are affected by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and the requirements of NEPA in preparing ESR Plan documents. Location: The BLM Winnemucca District Office (WDO) lies roughly in the northwest part of Nevada, nested in the basin and range province of the western U.S. The WDO is approximately 2.5 hours east of Reno, NV and 2 hours west of Elko, NV on I-80, and 5.5 hours south of Boise, ID on State Highway 95. Elevations range from approximately 4,000 feet to close to 10,000 feet. The District encompasses roughly 11 million acres, of which 7.38 million acres are public lands managed by the BLM. Compensation: o $11,472 living stipend o $2,775 Education Award* o Student loan forbearance* o Paid Medical and Dental Benefits * AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future education experiences, including payment of qualified student loans. Timeline: o Start Date: April 2, 2012 September 28, 2012; potential for extension pending funding and favorable performance review o Full time, 40 hours per week Qualifications: o Bachelors Degree in Life Sciences, such as: Botany, Wildlife Biology, Range Ecology, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Resources or related subject matter; o Previous experience collecting field data and/or following established field collection protocols; o Experience using GIS software (e.g.: ArcMap) to upload, create and manipulate data and maps; o Experience working with basic Microsoft computer program (e.g.: Word, Excel, Access); o Experience utilizing hand-held GPS equipment for navigation or data collection; o Ability to read, interpret and navigate using topographic maps; o Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience, including Agency staff, stakeholders and the public at-large; o Motivated, self-starter and detail oriented; o Possess valid, clean state-issued drivers license with ability and/or experience operating a 4x4 vehicle on- and off-road, experience operating a manual transmission preferred; and o Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments, in remote locations, on uneven terrain, and physically fit to carry field and personal equipment. o Familiarity with invasive plants of the great basin and associated natural resource issues preferred. o Pass National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal background checks. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Stacy Mitchell, HR Assistant at smitch...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Plant Ecophysiologist Oak Ridge National Laboratory (USA)
Plant Ecophysiologist: (ORNL11-175-ESD) A postdoctoral position is available in the Environmental Sciences Division and Climate Change Science Institute of Oak Ridge National Laboratory to investigate plant carbon physiology and water relations in context of climate change. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators undertaking a broad, integrated field experimental study to assess the response of northern peatland ecosystems to increases in temperature and exposures to elevated atmospheric CO2 concentrations (see SPRUCE Experiment: http://mnspruce.ornl.gov). The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. with comprehensive experience in plant physiological ecology and one or more of the following disciplines: biogeochemistry, ecosystem ecology, peatland hydrology, mechanistic modeling of plant physiological processes, or global change ecology in general. Prior experience with experimental field ecological research and associated laboratory approaches (including gas exchange, sap flow, respiration and stable isotopes) and an appreciation of data-model interactions is highly desirable. This is a one-year term appointment, with anticipated renewal based on performance and continuation of funding. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Jeff Warren (warre...@ornl.gov). Applicants can view this position and apply online at: https://www3.orau.gov/ORNL_TOppS/Posting/AcademicLevel/Postdoctoral. All applicants will need to register before they can begin the online application. Please see the instructions. This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postgraduate Research Participation Program and is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). The program is open to all qualified U.S. and non-U.S. citizens without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or disabled veteran. Posted: 1/5/12.
