[ECOLOG-L] Course Introduction to Naturalistic and Scientific Illustration, May 18-22, Barcelona, Spain
Dear colleagues, The second edition of the course Introduction to Naturalistic and Scientific Illustration is open. DATES: May 18-22, 2015. Instructor: Oscar Sanisidro (Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales- CSIC, Spain). Course webpage: http://www.transmittingscience.org/courses/draw/scientific-illustration/ Site: Premises of Sabadell of the Institut Catalá de Paleontologia Miquel Crusafont (Barcelona, Spain). PROGRAM: - Scientific and naturalistic illustrations: Generalities and comparison. - Scientific illustration versus photography. - General drawing workflow. - Sketching and approaches to naturalistic illustration. - Drawing basics: Halftone rendering, textures, transparency object shadows, reflected light and cast shadows. - Drawing tools and media: * Line and ink: Basic techniques, rendering styles, scratchboard. * Pencil: Basic techniques, coloured pencils, watercoloured pencils, examples. * Water colour. * Camera lucida (procedure and practical examples). - Graphite rendering. - Field sketching (naturalistic illustration). - Introduction to computer graphics. - Bitmap graphics software: Main tools, layer workflow. - Chromatic diagrams, bit depth, colour models and channels, image corrections. - Vectorial vs. bitmap drawing. - Vectorial graphics software: Bezier-curve drawing, pattern filling, examples. - Examples and subjects of scientific illustration. * Illustrating plants, animals and geological features. * Illustrating animals in their habitats. * Palaeoecological reconstruction. This course is co-organized by Transmitting Science and the Institut Catalá de Paleontologia M. Crusafont. Place are limited and will be covered by strict registration order. Please feel free to distribute this information between your colleagues if you consider it appropriate. With best regards Soledad De Esteban-Trivigno, Ph.D. Course Director cour...@transmittingscience.org Transmitting Sciencehttp://www.transmittingscience.org/
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate positions at the University of Florida
Two potential graduate student opportunities in the spatial ecology and conservation of wildlife at the University of Florida I am seeking a highly motivated M.S. or Ph.D. student for the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (WEC) at the University of Florida, starting fall 2015. This student will work as part of a large, long-term research project on spatial ecology, population biology and conservation of an endangered raptor, the Everglade Snail Kite. This project is unparalleled in spatial population biology and conservation by providing rigorous demographic and movement information across the entire breeding range of this critically imperilled species for the past 22 years, which has been used in both site-level and regional level management, restoration, and conservation (see, e.g., Reichert et al. 2012, Ecology; Fletcher et al. 2013, Nature Communications). Preferred applicants will be highly motivated, have field experience, have strong quantitative skills, and competitive GPA/GRE scores (50% percentile required). The ability to begin field work in Spring 2015 (prior to matriculation at UF) is desirable, but not required. I am also seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student, starting fall 2015, to work as part of a large research project in Borneo that focuses on experimental habitat fragmentation and the bioacoustics and soundscapes of birds. This project is is using new advances in technology to understand transient and short-term effects of fragmentation in one of the largest experiments in the world on land-use change. Preferred applicants will be highly motivated, have strong interests in international field research, have strong quantitative skills, and competitive GPA/GRE scores. Students with strong initiative and desire to carve out their own research questions within these themes are highly encouraged to apply. If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree on one of these projects, please send Dr. Fletcher a CV, GRE scores and GPA, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your research interests, career goals, and why you would like to pursue a graduate degree prior to December 20 (email to: robert.fletc...@ufl.edu). Note that for the Ph.D. program, incoming students will typically already have a M.S. degree. Please see the WEC Graduate Program website for more details on application procedures. Also consult the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at UF for other opportunities regarding graduate admission. For more information, see: http://plaza.ufl.edu/robert.fletcher/. Information about Gainesville, Florida: Situated in the rolling countryside of north-central Florida, Gainesville is much more than a stereotypical college town. Home of the University of Florida, seat of Alachua County's government and the region's commercial hub, it is progressive, environmentally conscious and culturally diverse. The presence of many students and faculty from abroad among its 99,000-plus population adds a strong cross-cultural flavor to its historic small-town Southern roots. Its natural environment, temperate climate and civic amenities make Gainesville a beautiful, pleasant and interesting place in which to learn and to live. Gainesville has been ranked as one of the best cities to live in the United States.
[ECOLOG-L] Position: Resident Professor in Global Health
Is currently looking for a: Resident Professor in Global Health (Anthropology, Social Science, Public Health, Microbiology, or Epidemiology) The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) is seeking applicants for the position of Resident Professor with the OTS Global Health Undergraduate Semester Abroad Program in Costa Rica. This is a field-based program designed to provide undergraduate students with outstanding training in tropical medicine, public health, ethnobiology, research abilities, community work, and Spanish Language and Culture. More information about the program can be found here: http://ots.ac.cr/index.php?option=com_contenttask=viewid=339Itemid=467 Successful applicants will work closely with the Education Director, Undergraduate Programs Coordinator, and other Resident Professors in curriculum design and implementation, and will be responsible for teaching aspects of the Public Health, Ethnobiology, and Research Practicum courses. He/she will be responsible for leading the Research Practicum course, teach statistics and research design, thus should be comfortable with developing and conducting short research projects with students in the field and in the community. Ideal candidates will have a background in anthropology and/or social science with a focus on public health, or in microbiology or epidemiology, such that they could complement the expertise of the other resident professors in public health and ethnobiology. The position is based in Costa Rica, and requires a commitment of 18 weeks in Costa Rica where 13 will be in the field and the rest in OTS offices during each of two (Spring and Fall). This is a full-time position with a required commitment of at least one year. Any questions about the position should be directed to undergradprogr...@ots.ac.crmailto:undergradprogr...@ots.ac.cr. We follow Duke University quality control in all aspects; henceforth, good teaching skills are a must. Qualifications: * Ph.D. in Anthropology, Public or International Health, Microbiology, or Epidemiology with professional research experience in the tropics * A strong interest in team teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration * A strong background in experimental design and statistical analysis in projects related to public health and ethnobiology * Experience in field-based education and hands-on experiential teaching a plus * Experience working in Latin America, especially in Costa Rica, a plus * Excellent bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills * Ability to work a flexible schedule and spend 16-18 weeks, twice a year, in Costa Rica * Comfortable with living in close quarters with students and faculty at field stations around Costa Rica Application deadline: Open enrollment. Anticipated start date: Until successful applicant found. To apply: Submit the following materials: cover letter describing your interest and fit for the position, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and 3 references. Electronic applications are preferred and may be submitted online via the OTS website: http://www.ots.ac.cr. Applications may also be sent electronically to rec...@ots.ac.crmailto:rec...@ots.ac.cr. Andrés Santana Graduate Education Department Organization for Tropical Studies San Pedro, Costa Rica. 676-2050 (506) 2524-0607 ext. 1511 Skype: andres.santana_otscro www.ots.ac.crhttp://www.ots.ac.cr/ twitter: @ots_tropicaleduhttps://twitter.com/ots_tropicaledu
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor – Global Change Ecology
Title: Assistant Professor – Global Change Ecology Location: Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Review Date: For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit additional materials by 15 December 2014. The position will open until a viable applicant pool is determined. Duties and Responsibilities: This position is a 12-month tenure-accruing appointment available in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the University of Florida. The appointment will be 40% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 60% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station). The successful candidate will develop an internationally recognized teaching and research program that addresses global change impacts on wildlife and biodiversity. Duties will include: (1) teaching an innovative, state-of-the-art undergraduate course that provides a foundation in the concepts and tools of global change ecology and its effects on behavior, ecology and population dynamics of wildlife; (2) teaching a graduate course that integrates quantitative, theoretical, and field approaches to address wildlife management and conservation in a global change context; and (3) developing and supporting a rigorous, internationally recognized research program focusing on how large-scale, natural and anthropogenic drivers of change (e.g., climate, sea-level rise, biological invasions, diseases, fire regimes, pollution, land-use transformation, human population growth and sociopolitical factors) affect wildlife diversity in Florida, the Southeastern US, and abroad. The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activities related to instruction, including teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, participating in curriculum revision and enhancement, seeking funding for the teaching program, supervising undergraduate and graduate research and creative work, publishing teaching-related scholarship, producing learning tools, and engaging in professional development activities related to teaching and advising. Faculty are encouraged to support and participate in the CALS Honors Program, distance education, and international education. Position assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the department. Because of the IFAS land-grant mission, all faculty are expected to be supportive of and engaged in all three mission areas—Research, Teaching and Extension—regardless of the assignment split specified in the position description. Qualifications: Candidates must possess a doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in wildlife biology, ecological or biological sciences, or related natural resources discipline; evidence of scholarship and depth of knowledge in global change ecology; experience and willingness working with resource agencies and stakeholders; and commitment to teach and inspire undergraduate and graduate students while promoting a diverse educational and professional work environment. Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability. Background Information: The University of Florida (http://www.ufl.edu) is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 50,000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (http://ifas.ufl.edu) includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (http://cals.ufl.edu), the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station (http://research.ifas.ufl.edu), the Florida Cooperative Extension Service (http://extension.ifas.ufl.edu), the College of Veterinary Medicine (http://www.vetmed.ufl.edu), the Florida Sea Grant program (http://www.flseagrant.org/ ), and encompasses 16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67 counties (counties operate and maintain). The School of Natural Resources and Environment is an interdisciplinary unit housed in IFAS and managed by several colleges on campus. IFAS employs over 2500 people, which includes approximately 900 faculty and 1200 support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s largest agricultural and
[ECOLOG-L] Seeking lemur-related organizations working in Madagascar!
Hello Everyone! I'm excited to announce a fantastic new project called the Lemur Conservation Network. This project is co-founded with Lynne Venart and created in partnership with Christoph Schwitzer and the Madagascar Section of the Primate Specialist Group of the IUCN. We tentatively plan to launch at the start of the new year. The Lemur Conservation Network will be an online network of organizations working to conserve Madagascars wildlife and wild places. It will serve as a funding guide for individuals (and potential donors) who want to support lemur conservation and the Lemur Action Plan (http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-26288351), and as a resource for organizations who want to promote their work in lemur conservation. The Lemur Conservation Network will advertise organizations free of charge; we will not collect fees and we do not take a percentage of donations. We are partnering with the web design firm The Art Monkey to build this site, who is donating their web and graphic design services because they are passionate about this cause. Eligible organizations should broadly meet the following criteria: 1) Undertaking work in Madagascar; 2) Implementing lemur-related programs/projects; 3) Registered as a non-profit or affiliated in some way with a non- profit organization. 4) Have the capability to receive online donations independent of our website. We will not be collecting donations through our website, but will direct donors to your existing donation website where they can donate directly to your organization. Organizations listed on the site will be exposed to a wide-range of donors across the globe who will be looking to donate specifically to lemur-related causes. Although we cannot guarantee that you will receive donations, it costs nothing to be listed on the website, and we are working hard to ensure that the website gets the sort of publicity that it deserves! If you're interested in being listed on the website, and your organization meets the criteria listed above, please contact me via email (kimeleanorreu...@gmail.com) for more information. Best regards, Kim Reuter
[ECOLOG-L] Position availble: PhD Research Chemist or Microbiologist Position studying soil carbon cycling
A GS-12 research chemist/microbiologist position is available at the USGS Menlo Park, CA, campus, conducting fundamental research on soil carbon cycling that supports the Climate and Land Use (CLU) RD program and externally funded USDA grant. The overarching goal is to study the interactions among mineral assemblages, microbial communities, and carbon forms that will ultimately inform next-generation carbon cycle models. The research will encompass lab and field studies and will employ a combination of spectroscopic, microbial, and isotopic techniques. Field studies will be focused on climo-chronosequences along the California coastal range near Santa Cruz and Mattole, CA. Laboratory studies will focus on constructed soil microcosms, and will involve the development and use of microbeam Raman and infrared (IR) techniques as well as isotope tracing to visualize the fate of carbon in the three dimensional structure of soil. For questions or more information please contact Mark Waldrop: mwald...@usgs.gov https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/387232400 Job announcement number PAC-2015-0119 Salary $82,275.00 to $106,955.00 / Per Year up to four years.
[ECOLOG-L] Lab Field Technician Position
This position, at the USGS Menlo Park, CA, campus, assists the Soil Ecology Lab and Soil Biogeochemistry group with fundamental research on soil carbon cycling. The overarching goal is to study the interactions among mineral assemblages, microbial communities, and carbon forms that will ultimately inform next-generation carbon cycle models. The incumbent will assist with lab and field studies that combine spectroscopic, microbial, and isotopic techniques. Field studies will be focused on climo-chronosequences along the California coastal range near Santa Cruz and Mattole, CA. Knowledge of soil science and/or geochemistry and experience in basic laboratory techniques is important. Experience with isotopes and/or spectroscopy is a plus. $37,443.00 to $48,682.00 / Per Year To apply to go: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/387231600 Job Announcement Number: PAC-2015-0116 Application deadline November 28th!
[ECOLOG-L] Kent State course-The City of Florence: Achieving Balance Between Architecture and Ecology
Kent State is pleased to offer a new course: The City of Florence: Achieving Balance Between Architecture and Ecology (BSCI 40195) at our magnificent facilities in Florence, Italy. Kent State University has been educating students in Florence for more than 40 years. Home to the program is the Palazzo dei Cerchi, a renovated 13th-century palace in the very heart of the city with the remarkable combination of medieval frescos and wireless Internet. Our campus also includes Palazzo Bartolini Baldelli, on the corner of Via dei Benci and Piazza Santa Croce, where a classroom balcony overlooks the historic Basilica of Santa Croce, burial site of Galileo and Michelangelo. We are accepting applications from guest students...details about the course are below and for more information please visit http://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/kent-state-florence-summer-institute. Guest students must complete a Guest Student Application, giving you temporary Kent State student status, and a Transcript Release Authorization, so a transcript will automatically be sent to your home institution. Both are simple forms, and there is no fee for either.go to: http://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/applying-kent-state-florence-summer-institute The City of Florence: Achieving Balance Between Architecture and Ecology Humans interact with their environment in a variety of ways while at the same time are dependent on the environment to meet their needs for drinking water, recreation, healthy air, etc. Humankind builds to provide shelter, create products, provide transportation, etc. When human populations are dense, predominant land use becomes urban. Design and construction of buildings, pathways, and public spaces impact the natural environment and create unique ecological interactions. In this course, students will learn with faculty from multiple academic units at Kent State about the interactions between ecology and design. We will consider questions such as: *Does use of green infrastructure enhance storm water management? *What role do invasive species play in urban ecosystem function? *How have views on interactions between the environment and the urban construct changed over time? * What impact have these interactions had on human populations? *What role does development play in pollution and disease? *What is the biodiversity of urban environments and how can design of spaces enhance it? Questions, such as these, will be considered in the context of the urban fabric and landscape of Florence, Italy. The historic center of this ancient city was built centuries before our current ideas of sustainability and is at the heart of a highly populated metropolitan area with over 1.5 million inhabitants. The Tuscany region where Florence is located includes significant agricultural activities and agritourism. The course will feature a variety of exciting field trips and opportunities to learn about ecology, disease, biodiversity, urban design, etc. in a unique setting. For more information, go to http://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/kent-state-florence-summer-institute. If you have questions please e mail me at ll...@kent.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] PhD student seeking funding advice for final year
Question regarding funding opportunities for PhD students close to completing their thesis I am an American PhD student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. I am currently in my 4th year and have completed my field work component. I have more work that needs to be completed in the laboratory, and therefore will need another year to finish my degree (that is currently unfunded). Do you have any suggestions regarding places to seek funding for students that are close to completing their degrees? I ask because the funding would need to cover primarily living expenses (stipend) and potentially pay for help from a summer assistant in the lab. (It has been hard to find funding with these stipulations.) My research is on environmental gradients around small streams, and the influence they have on terrestrial invertebrate diversity and ecosystem functioning. I am in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences. If you have any suggestions or require further information to give advice, please feel free to contact me. Thank you, Tonya Ramey tlrame...@gmail.com
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Station Manager, Ecology Research Center
Ecology Research Center (ERC): Station Manager to assist the Director with the daily operations of the ERC (~ 2 miles from Miami campus in Oxford); provide support for research and academic programs through the following: Coordinate, support, direct activities at the ERC, including day-to-day oversight of all activities programs; assure adherence to compliance w/ University, state, and federal laws, policies, and guidelines; hire supervise student workers to help maintain the ERC grounds; work w/ faculty and students to design, modify, and construct project-specific research structures specialized apparatus; maintain records of land use practices, visits by courses community groups, and ensure compatibility of various research other academic projects; ensure execution of yearly agricultural procedures (till, plant, chemical applications, harvest) in support of research land stewardship/income generation; perform or oversee maintenance repair of equipment including that used for research activities land stewardship/income generation such as heavy agricultural grounds-keeping machinery, trailers, boats, motors tools; tend to grounds develop the landscape consistent w/ current activities future plans; act as the primary liaison between University Physical Facilities and the ERC, including working w/ architects state inspectors to ensure that university standards and state codes are met; provide recommendations to the Director regarding the design, placement construction of structures/facilities; coordinate conduct outreach programs and tours for local schools, non-profit organizations community groups; assist the Director w/ other duties projects as assigned. Require: Associate's degree (biology, agriculture, natural resources, environmental sciences, or related fields); Experience (at least 6 months) w/ agricultural practices procedures, operation maintenance of heavy farm implements small engines used in research land maintenance activities; basic renovation/repair skills; Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective interactions w/ faculty researchers, graduate undergraduate students, contractors, physical facilities personnel the general public; Interest in field activities related to environmental sciences, land maintenance, terrestrial and/or aquatic sciences, hydrology, and inter-disciplinary research methods; Writing, communication, and supervisory skills; Independent self-motivated worker; Valid driver's license. Desire: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of field experience w/ ag practices procedures or a master's degree (biology, agriculture, natural resources, environmental sciences, or related fields); Experience supporting field research and/or teaching or public outreach; Knowledge of MU Physical Facilities, local vendors ag services; Commercial driver license (Class A or B); Experience in working w/ the public; Ohio Commercial Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certification; Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification. Submit letter of application (including statement of experience, scholarly and applied interests, and evidence of commitment to meaningful service in support of the Ecology Research Center), curriculum vitae or résumé, and three letters of recommendation to file:///www.miamiujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54066www.miamiujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54066. If applicant does not have access to letters of reference, they can be sent directly to david...@miamioh.edu. Questions about the position can be directed to search committee chair, Alan Cady (cad...@miamioh.edu). Questions about the application process can be directed to Chris Makaroff (makar...@miamioh.edu, 513-529-1234). Screening of applicants will begin December 3, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Miami University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer w/ smoke- and tobacco-free campuses, is committed to a multicultural environment strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans, individuals w/ disabilities. Miamis Annual Security Fire Safety Report w/ information on campus crime, fires, and safety may be found at: http://MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html. Hard copy available upon request. Employment will require a criminal background check according to University guidelines.
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Wildlife Management and Policy at UC Berkeley
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AND POLICY University of California, Berkeley The Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management (ESPM) in the College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in Wildlife Management and Policy with an expected start date of July 1, 2015. The successful recruit is expected to develop an internationally recognized research program on the effective management of wildlife. We embrace a broad definition of wildlife that includes wild-living aquatic and terrestrial animals. Possible areas of emphasis for this position would include: strategies to quantify and mitigate the impacts of human land-use or global change on wildlife populations, communities and habitats; management of harvested game and fish populations; formulation and assessment of wildlife management policies and practices; wildlife management in food or timber production systems; endangered species management and policy; wildlife and ecosystem services; human-wildlife interactions and conflict. Research in these or other areas may represent local, regional, and global scales and should make contributions to both basic and applied aspects of wildlife science. Deadline for applications is Dec 19, 2014 Full details on the position and application process are available at: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00608
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Fellowships in Marine Sciences, University of South Alabama
The Department of Marine Sciences at the University of South Alabama (USA) is seeking applicants for a PhD fellowship to start in fall 2015. Three additional fellowships are available to USA students through the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (www.disl.org). All Ph.D. fellowships include a full tuition waiver and stipend support of $20,000. Faculty research interests include all aspects of biological, chemical, physical, and fisheries oceanography. Research programs in marine fisheries, restoration, conservation and global change science include a strong component of marine and coastal resource management. The graduate program is administered through the Department of Marine Sciences on USAs main campus in Mobile, but most students and faculty are in residence at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, located approximately 35 miles south of Mobile. Applications for fall admission and fellowship support are due by February 1. Enrollment normally begins in the fall semester; however, spring admission will also be considered. The admissions committee makes initial recommendations by March 15 for fall semester enrollment. Applicants applying for a Ph.D. fellowship also must apply for admission to USA Marine Sciences doctoral program. Minimum requirements for admission are a baccalaureate degree in a discipline related to marine sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, geology, physics), a GPA of 3.0 (4.0 point system), and a GRE General Test score of 300. To apply see http://www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences/students.html. Further information on research and departmental resources can be found at www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences or www.disl.org. In addition to fellowship support, several Ph.D. and MS graduate research assistantships are also available through individual faculty members. All applicants are encouraged to contact potential faculty mentors during the application process (see http://www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences/faculty.html). General inquiries and specific questions about admissions or fellowships should be addressed to the departments Academic Counselor, Ms. Nancy Merrill at nmerr...@southalabama.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] Population/Statistical Ecologist faculty position at UMass-Amherst
*POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT* *DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION* *UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS---AMHERST* *Title:*Assistant Professor -- Population/Statistical Ecology *Appointment:*Academic Year (9-month) -- Tenure Track *Available:*Earliest appointment date is September 1, 2015 *Application:*Review of applications begins January 5, 2015. Search will continue until the position is filled. *The Position:*We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position with a 50% teaching, 40% research and 10% service load. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at ranks above assistant professor may receive consideration. The candidate is expected to develop independent and collaborative research programs that compete successfully for funding from state, federal and non-governmental organizations; build departmental and interdisciplinary collaborations with Environmental Conservation and Organismic Evolutionary Biology graduate programs; and develop an innovative teaching program that incorporates new initiatives in teaching and learning. Teaching responsibilities include: 1) undergraduate Statistics for Life Sciences general education course taught using Team Based Learning methods, 2) graduate-level course in Population and Community Ecology, and 3) graduate-level course in Statistical Ecology designed to contribute to an existing graduate-level sequence of courses in the design and analysis of ecological data. Successful applicants will be expected to supervise graduate students at the Master's and Ph.D. levels. *Qualifications:*The focus of this position is population and statistical ecology with an emphasis on applying modern statistical modeling approaches to the study of population dynamics and species-environment relationships with an emphasis on, but not limited to, land use/climate change impacts on terrestrial vertebrates. This person might have expertise in analysis of temporal and spatial population data, demographic modeling/metapopulation dynamics, quantification of spatial synchrony, modeling dispersion across the landscape, survival analysis and other related statistical techniques and will be encouraged to work with colleagues in the department to seek competitive funding on topics of mutual interest. The applicant should demonstrate: 1) effective collaborations with other ecologists on diverse ecological systems in which theoretical ideas are tested in a real-world context; 2) strength in the design and statistical analysis of ecological data;3) ability to establish close collaborations with state, federal, and NGO conservation agencies; 4) potential to attract external funding; and 5) excellence in written and verbal communication. Previous teaching experience at a university level is desirable. A doctoral degree in ecology or closely related field is required. *Salary:*Competitive and based on qualifications. ** *The Setting:*The Department of Environmental Conservation hosts a multi-disciplinary group of faculty with nationally ranked programs in Fish and Wildlife Conservation Biology, Forestry and Arboriculture, Water Resources Conservation, and Building and Construction Technology. Collaborative and close working relationships with the U. S. Forest Service, U. S. Geological Survey, and U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service are well established within the department, on campus, and in the area. Unifying themes across these programs include conservation of natural resources and energy and reconciliation of humans with the natural environment. We place special emphases on faculty-student interaction, interdisciplinary activities, and cooperation among faculty, and we share a fundamental commitment to teach and attract a diverse student body. The University is part of the Five-College Consortium in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, with excellent social, cultural, and recreational amenities in a town and rural setting. We are two hours from Boston and three hours from New York City. *To Apply:*Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching goals, and the names, addresses and contact information of three references to: **Kevin McGarigal, Chair** Population/Statistical Ecology Search Committee Department of Environmental Conservation, Holdsworth Hall University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA 01003 (413) 577-0655 or mcgarig...@eco.umass.edu mailto:mcgarig...@eco.umass.edu // /The university is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body.The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in
