[ECOLOG-L] USGS Sage-Grouse Wildlife Biologists (Term/'Post Doc')

[Mark Ricca]

Seeking wildlife biologists/ecologists with a strong applied research 
background in quantitative wildlife biology and ability to publish peer-
reviewed manuscripts. Successful applicants will join a large and 
exciting research team led by Dr. Peter Coates with the USGS Western 
Ecological Research Center that is primarily focused on ecological 
studies of Greater Sage-Grouse in the Great Basin and relationships with 
sagebrush ecosystems and anthropogenic stressors. Assigned tasks will 
require statistical analyses and development of manuscripts pertaining 
to sage-grouse habitat selection, spatial ecology, and demography. These 
will be 'post-doc' type position hired as GS-9/11 Term Wildlife 
Biologists, with a minimum duration of 13 months. Work will be primarily 
office based and located in Dixon, CA or Reno, NV. Dixon lies in the 
Sacramento Valley but falls within GSA cost-of living adjustment area 
for the San Francisco Bay area. Reno lies on the eastern flank of the 
Sierra Nevada approximately 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, and falls within 
standard GSA salary area. Exact start dates are negotiable and dependent 
release of the formal job announcement but ideally the successful 
candidates will begin work by late fall 2015. Relocation costs are not 
available.  

Applicants should possess a PhD (M.S. will be considered with 
appropriate career experience and publication record). Previous 
experience with sage-grouse is not entirely necessary, and we are 
seeking applicants with exceptional writing skills and strong analytical 
capabilities grounded in a foundation of ecology Applicants that possess 
a strong record of peer-reviewed publication, professional 
presentations, or successful grant acquisition are encouraged to apply. 
Desired analytical skills include expertise with maximum likelihood and 
Bayesian-based statistics, programming in platforms such as R, JAGS, 
WinBugs, R-Mark, ArcGIS, Python, and management of large datasets (e.g., 
GPS-PTT telemetry locations, vector and raster GIS data). Work is often 
conducted under short deadlines, so applicants should be flexible with 
work scheduling. Opportunities for limited field work may also arise, so 
applicants should be capable and comfortable with data collection in 
remote areas.

Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445130500. The 
announcement is open from 7/20 to 7/26. Please pay attention the 
following details in addition to those listed on the announcement:


1) Resume/CV must include:
- month and year of employment
- full-time or part-time (if part-time estimated hours worked per week)
- if employment is federal, list series and grade
- good description of the duties performed for related experience

2)  Be sure the course-work on transcripts clearly matches the basic 
education requirements 
(https://www2.usgs.gov/humancapital/sw/quals/0486.html). If necessary 
due to coarse name ambiguity, provide a list of specific courses that 
meet the requirements, and/or descriptions from course catalogs.

3) The announcement is only open to US citizens.

The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position 
will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without 
regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national 
origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or 
any other non-merit factors. This agency provides reasonable 
accommodation to applicants with disabilities.

[ECOLOG-L] Research assistanship position in Frog captivity breeding project in Peru

[Florencia Trama]

Dear Ecologers, 

 

Two research assistant positions to participate in a frog captivity breeding 
project in the Amazonian cloud forest of Oxapampa in Peru are open. 

 

We are collaborating with a team of researchers from the  
 Hoke lab at Colorado State University to study the 
development of hearing structures in frogs. We are comparing the hearing 
ability and differences in morphology in the ear structures of 12 species of 
toads in the genera Rhinella and Atelopus that are found in different regions 
Peru and Ecuador. In the coming years we will study the developmental processes 
that might lead to species differences in ear structures and hearing ability, 
and also the differences in gene expression that would guide those 
developmental differences using transcriptomics techniques in the laboratory at 
Colorado State University.

 

CDS   is the main home base for 
this project in Perú. In the study we are learning about the reproductive 
ecology of four important species. Because very little is known about these 
species, in addition to contributing to the overall study of hearing structures 
in toads, we are documenting important behaviors and species characteristics of 
these endemic amphibians.

 

The findings of this project will aid in the conservation of these very 
understudied species, and will also contribute to our overall understanding of 
the development of hearing and ears across all animals. The research team is 
also implementing exhibits at international museums focused on educating the 
public about the crisis of global amphibian declines and contributing to 
efforts to breed and reintroduce critically threatened frog species that are on 
the IUCN Red List.

 

Position 1. Native insect breeding development

 

The training involves developing/modifying and following protocols for local 
insect breeding. Experiments and field trips are included in the training. 
Activities include collecting insects, establishing optimal breeding conditions 
and taking care of the insects under this project. You will be working in our 
lab in Oxapampa, Peru and will share other intercultural activities with 
interns, assistants and volunteers in our center.

All collected data from the captivity breeding project will be entered into a 
database. Possible participation in peer review papers. 

Minimum stay: two months of training. 

 

Position 2. Frog captivity breeding development

 

The training involves developing/modifying and following protocols for frog 
captivity breeding activities. Experiments and field trips are included in the 
training. Activities include collecting frogs/tadpoles, establishing optimal 
breeding conditions and taking care of adults, tadpoles and metamorphous. 

All collected data from the captivity breeding project will be entered into a 
database. Possible participation in peer review papers.

Minimum stay: two months of training. 

 

 

 

Interest in amphibious and/or insects research is preferred. 

Assistants must be motivated, self directed and prepared for working during the 
day and some nights looking for frogs.  

 

Start date: to arrange with the assistant 

 

Cost of the program: $650 per month. It includes housing in a tent or shared 
room (depending availability), 3 meals and snacks, local transportation from 
Oxapampa-CDS-Oxapampa, supervision, training, field equipment, materials and 
the possibility of participation in  peer review articles. Taxes and wire fees 
not included. 

 

TO APPLY please contact Florencia Trama at infocds.p...@gmail.com or 
ftr...@centroneotropical.org 

We look forward to hear from you.

 

 



Ph.D. Florencia Trama

Centro de Capacitación en Conservación y Desarrollo Sostenible (CDS)

http://www.cds-peru.org/

  
http://www.centroneotropicalperu.org/CDSmain.htm 

https://www.facebook.com/ConservacionyDesarrolloSostenible

Oxapampa, Peru.

Phone +51989862698 or +51979771832

Skype: florenciatrama

 

 

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] Posting for listserv

[Autumn Amici]

Subject for announcement: "Call for photographer/videographer for ESA 2016
special session"

Hello,

We are looking for help from an experienced or semi-experienced
photographer and videographer to take photos and video during our special
session: Ecology on the Runway: An Eco-Fashion Show and Other
Non-Traditional Public Engagement Approaches at the Ecological Society of
America conference on August 8th, 2016.

Date and time: Monday, August 8, 2016 10:15AM-11:30AM
2016 Ecological Society of America meeting
Location: Grand Floridian Ballroom B Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center,
Florida, USA

We are hoping to find someone who will already be attending the meeting, or
who is in the Ft. Lauderdale area that has some experience with photography
and videography.

We can provide up to $100 for help on the Sunday (August 7th) prior to the
session and on Monday, August 8 from 8am to approximately 12pm. We will
provide the camera equipment.

Please contact special session co-organizer: Dr. Nalini Nadkarni at
nalini.nadka...@utah.edu or session volunteer coordinator: Autumn Amici at
autumnam...@gmail.com, if you are interested in helping.

Thank you so much,

-- 
Autumn Amici
PhD Candidate
The International Canopy Network Program Coordinator
Department of Biology
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
autumn.am...@utah.edu
autumnam...@gmail.com
http://autumnamici.weebly.com/
https://experiment.com/projects/who-s-up-there-effects-of-land-use-on-canopy-plants-in-cloud-forests-and-pastures-of-monteverde-costa-rica

[ECOLOG-L] Americorps/NYC City Service Corps Position --Wetlands Community Engagement Member

[Swadek, Rebecca (Parks)]

The City of New York Department of Parks & Recreation in partnership with 
Americorps is offering a 9 month position for a Wetlands Community Engagement 
Member from September 2016-June 2017.

The  Natural Resources Group (NRG) is a division within NYC Parks & Recreation 
(Parks) and is responsible for acquisition, protection, restoration, and 
management of remnant and restored natural areas within the nearly 29,000 acres 
of City parkland. NRG develops natural area management and restoration programs 
and provides technical research that aids in the protection of the City's 
natural resources.

The Corps Member will work closely with our Wetlands and Stewardship Teams to 
increase wetland related stewardship across the city, through an initial focus 
on two current projects: 1) Stream Characterization and Mapping, and 2) 
Community Wildfire Education

Essential Functions of Position:

* Develop and implement community outreach strategy and identify 
community stakeholders

* Plan, coordinate, and track volunteer mapping and stewardship events

* Recruit and train individuals and community groups for volunteer 
stewardship events at restored and existing wetlands throughout the city

* Participate in additional wetland stewardship events, which may 
include hedge-trimming, mechanical weed/invasives removal, debris clean-ups, 
and planting

* Assist with wetland-related field work, e.g. monitoring, vegetation 
and soil sampling, stream and wetland assessment

* Assist with data projects and quality control

* Assist with project coordination, planning, research, and monitoring 
at wetland field sites as needed

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of Member:

* Valid NYS driver's license

* Outgoing with a positive attitude and experience engaging volunteers

* Able to work independently and in a team

* Ability to work in challenging outdoor environments and weather 
conditions

* Has analytic, organizational, and writing skills

* Some knowledge of or interest in wetland and riparian ecology

* Interest in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related 
fields preferred

Please see the following link for more information about the program and to 
apply:
http://www.nycservice.org/initiatives/48

Please see the following link for the full posting:
http://www.nycservice.org/liberty/download/file/3258

Best regards,

Rebecca Swadek

[ECOLOG-L] Fwd: AGU Fall Meeting: How water limitation impacts ecosystems and catchments

[David Reed]

Dear Colleagues,

Please consider our new session on how water limitation impacts terrestrial
cycling of water, energy, and biogeochemicals.  We invite contributions
from both hydrological (catchment) and ecological perspectives.  We are
excited to hear from invited speakers Ben Poulter (NASA) and Mike Goulden
(UC Irvine).

You may find session details below or at
https://agu.confex.com/agu/fm16/preliminaryview.cgi/Session13596

and submit your abstract at
 http://fallmeeting.agu.org/2016/abstract-submissions/

B082:
The impacts of water limitation on terrestrial ecosystems and catchments:
integrating measurements and models across scales

*Session ID#: *13596
Session Description:
This session presents diverse methods to understand and predict impacts of
water limitation on terrestrial cycling of water, energy, and
biogeochemicals.  Global-scale studies suggest that water-limited regions
dominate the increasing trend of the terrestrial CO2 sink and the
interannual variability of atmospheric CO2, and that water limitation
affects most terrestrial biomes.  Research shows terrestrial processes are
increasingly sensitive to water due to vegetation change or CO2 fertilization,
while other work suggests nutrient constraints. Comparatively little is
known about water limitation of non-CO2 gases and other ecohydrological
processes.  We encourage submissions that show how combining models and
observations can represent processes across spatial scales (e.g. soil
collar, leaf, ecosystem, catchment, continent) or leverage longer-tem
datasets to address questions across times scales including: 1) fast
ecohydrological responses to weather, 2) interannual variability, 3)
response to extreme events, and 4) multi-year trends (e.g. in response to
changing temperature, precipitation patterns, or [CO2]).
Primary Convener:  *Joel Biederman*, Agricultural Research Service Tucson,
Tucson, AZ, United States
Convener:  *David E Reed*, University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison, WI,
United States

Cross-Listed:

   - H - Hydrology

Index Terms:

0414 Biogeochemical cycles, processes, and modeling

 [BIOGEOSCIENCES]
0426 Biosphere/atmosphere interactions

 [BIOGEOSCIENCES]
1812 Drought

 [HYDROLOGY]
1813 Eco-hydrology

 [HYDROLOGY]
Best Regards,

Joel Biederman
Associate Research Hydrologist
Southwest Watershed Research Center
USDA - Agricultural Research Service
EOS Research Spotlight

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Research Gate Profile 
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[ECOLOG-L] Ecology Internship at SCBI

[Ellery Ruther]

Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park provides the opportunity for one 
intern to gain experience with the study of wildlife biodiversity and 
conservation of native species on Virginia’s working landscapes. 
Virginia Working Landscapes (VWL) is a program of the Smithsonian 
Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) that focuses on biodiversity and 
landscape conservation through grassland and riparian research, 
education, and community engagement.Interns will assist with 
biodiversity surveys for the Changing Landscapes Initiative, as well as 
wood turtle surveys for a conservation project that is coordinated with 
the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. 

Through this internship, interns will:
•Learn and assist with field work, including detailed and accurate data 
collection for plant, pollinator, invasive plant, mammal, riparian 
surveys, and wood turtle population surveys.
•Learn data management skills and how to input data from recent surveys 
and manage large spreadsheets.
•Develop communications skills by assisting with outreach events and 
meetings with stakeholders, key conservation organizations and partners 
in the region.
•Learn technical skills and provide assistance using programs such as 
ArcGIS and Excel.

Qualifications:
•Knowledge and field experience with ecology and conservation issues is 
required.
•Ability to devote long hours in cold and wet conditions in remote field 
settings.
•Applicants with experience managing large datasets are especially 
encouraged to apply.
•Will take directions easily and work well with others, yet have the 
ability to work independently.

The internship is from 9/12/16-12/16/16, with the opportunity for 
extension. Stipend will be $700-$900/month based on qualifications. 
Deadline to apply is August 12th, 2016.

To apply, go to: https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html Select "New 
to SOLAA? Create Account Here" complete the information to create an 
account. Once you create your account and provide the information above, 
you will see a screen where you select the type of appointment you are 
interested in. You will select:
•Type of appointment: “Internship”
•Unit of interest: “National Zoological Park”
•Program: “National Zoological Park Internship Program”
•Project: “Virginia Working Landscapes”

For questions, please contact Ellery Ruther at ruth...@si.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Life: The Excitement of Biology 4(1) available - https://blaypublishers.com/2016/07/21/leb-41-2016/

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

-- 
Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD
blaypublishers.com

1. Positive experiences for authors of papers published in *LEB*
http://blaypublishers.com/testimonials/

2. Free examples of papers published in *LEB*:
http://blaypublishers.com/category/previous-issues/.

3. *Guidelines for Authors* and page charges of *LEB*:
http://blaypublishers.com/archives/ *.*

4. Want to subscribe to *LEB*? http://blaypublishers.com/subscriptions/


http://blayjorge.wordpress.com/
http://paleobiology.si.edu/staff/individuals/santiagoblay.cfm

[ECOLOG-L] SAPFLUXNET Database Call for Data

[Rafael Poyatos]

Dear all,

I would like to announce the start of the data contribution period for 
*SAPFLUXNET*, the first initiative to build a global database of sap 
flow measurements.


Some of you may already know about the project because you filled our 
preliminary data survey and we would like to thank you for providing 
your feedback. The results of this first data survey show that we can 
indeed achieve a global coverage: 
*http://sapfluxnet.creaf.cat/shiny/preliminary_dashboard/**

*
We encourage you to visit our website to find more information on the 
project
*http://sapfluxnet.creaf.cat/app* and to consider contributing with your 
data. The data collection period will be open at least until the end of 
2016. By the end of 2016, we will announce a first deadline for 
contributions; this deadline will probably be set to be around early 2017


We also provide some links below for an easier navigation through the 
key aspects of the data contribution:


*Why contribute to SAPFLUXNET?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Data-Policy

*Which are the data requirements?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Data-Requirements

*How can I contribute?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Data-Submission-Guidelines

*Where is the data upload form?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Data-Upload-Form
http://sapfluxnet.creaf.cat/app/uploadform/

*Where are the spreadsheet templates?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Templates

*Are there any example data sets?*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/Examples

*FAQs*
https://github.com/sapfluxnet/sapfluxnet-public/wiki/FAQs

Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the data 
contribution process using this email address: *sapflux...@creaf.uab.cat*


Best regards,

Rafael Poyatos,
on behalf of the *SAPFLUXNET* team

PS. In our efforts to maximise data contribution to the project, you may 
receive this information from various sources. Apologies for any 
inconvenience caused.


--
Rafael Poyatos López
CREAF Postdoctoral Researcher
r.poya...@creaf.uab.es
www.creaf.cat/en/personal/rafael-poyatos-lopez
---
Tel. +34 93 581 46 76
Campus UAB. Edifici C.
08193 Bellaterra (Barcelona)

[ECOLOG-L] USEPA post-doc research fellowship in Athens, Georgia

[Tom Purucker]

Hi All-
We have a post-doc opportunity in Athens, Georgia for an environmental
modeling research fellowship with the USEPA:
https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2382
Best,
Tom Purucker

Description:
A postdoctoral research training opportunities is currently available at
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA), Office of Research and
Development (ORD)/National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL). This
appointment will be served with the Computational Exposure Division (CED)
in Athens, Georgia.

This project applies quantitative analytical skills to evaluate the ability
of EPA environmental models to accurately predict aquatic exposure and
effects from chemicals at large spatial scales. The EPA uses submitted data
and computer models to integrate core science exposure processes in
multiple exposure media (e.g., air, surface water, ground water, soil,
sediment, biota). Collected data and models are used to estimate exposure
and effects at relevant biological (e.g., organism, population, community,
ecosystem) and spatial scales (e.g., field, site, watershed, regional,
national, global).

The research participant may develop and apply watershed models used by the
EPA over a large geographical area at a relatively small contiguous
watershed resolution with an emphasis on interoperability with other fate,
transport, exposure and effect models. The project could contribute to
model development, application, documentation and utilization of models
used by EPA for assessing risks from chemicals. Research activities may
include computer programming (Python, web scripting languages, and/or R),
numerical verification of model output, cloud-based database management,
creating modules for simulating population dynamics, model execution, model
Application Programming Interface (API) development and documentation,
spatio-temporal likelihood estimation and model selection based on level of
interest and skill set. The research participant will be exposed to team
programming skills in the context of modern scientific functional
programming approaches and leveraging a web programming technology stack
with a cloud computing implementation. Additional professional development
activities may include exposure to basic scientific hypothesis testing and
inferential processes in a computational context. This includes
implementing numerical experiments designed to evaluate the ability of EPA
models to effectively estimate chemical exposures and effects. These
algorithms are made available in modeling systems that provide predictive
capabilities for complex environmental exposures. The participant may also
participate in making them publicly available as web applications and
evaluating the ability of these models to effectively assess environmental
exposures and effects.

Eligibility:
Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in a science, technology,
engineering or mathematics field within five years of the desired starting
date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected
prior to the starting date.

The appointment is full-time for one year and may be renewed upon
recommendation of EPA and contingent on the availability of funds. The
participant will receive a monthly stipend. Funding may be made available
to reimburse the participant’s travel expenses to present the results of
his/her research at scientific conferences. No funding will be made
available to cover travel costs for pre-appointment visits, relocation
costs, tuition and fees, or participant’s health insurance. The participant
must show proof of health and medical insurance. The participant does not
become an EPA employee.

The mentor for this project is Tom Purucker (purucker@epa.gov),
applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] 3 tenure track positions in ecology at the University of Michigan

[Meghan Duffy]

The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of
Michigan seeks applicants for three assistant professor (tenure-track)
positions in ecology. These are university-year appointments with an
expected start date of September 1, 2017.

1. Ecosystem ecologist. We welcome applicants who study ecosystem processes
in any of the planet’s major ecosystems, including aquatic, terrestrial,
wild-land, managed and urban ecosystems. We are especially interested in
individuals who include field and experimental approaches in their research.
Areas of interest include, amongst others, biogeochemistry, carbon
sequestration, and the effects of environmental change on ecosystem pools
and fluxes.

2. Population/community ecologist. We welcome applicants who study processes
in any ecosystem or habitat type, including managed and urban systems. We
also encourage individuals interested in interdisciplinary research. Areas
of interest include, amongst others, mechanisms of population regulation;
causes of species extinctions; and maintenance of biodiversity, community
structure and ecosystem function under environmental change. Ideally,
candidates will have an empirical research program that bridges to
ecological theory.

3. Theoretical ecologist. We seek applicants who bring cutting-edge
theoretical, mathematical, and computational tools to the study of
ecological systems of any kind, including traditional fields such as
population dynamics and community assembly as well as emerging
subdisciplines such as urban ecology, macroecology, microbial ecology,
disease ecology and eco-immunology. Applicants with inter- and
trans-disciplinary interests and who integrate theoretical development with
empirical tests, whether alone or in collaboration, are especially
encouraged to apply. This position will be a joint appointment with the
University of Michigan Center for the Study of Complex Systems.

For all three positions, we are especially interested in individuals who
will leverage the facilities available at the University of Michigan,
including world class biodiversity collections, a local field research
facility (the Edwin S. George Reserve), and a large educational and research
facility in northern Michigan (the University of Michigan Biological Station).

EEB is committed to fostering ethnic and gender diversity throughout the
department, and is especially interested in candidates contributing to the
diversity and excellence of our academic community through their teaching,
research, and/or service. Review of applications will begin on September 1,
2016 (Ecosystem Ecologist), September 15, 2016 (Population/Community
Ecologist), and October 1, 2016 (Theoretical Ecologist) and will continue
until the positions are filled.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply and the University is
supportive of the needs of dual career couples. The University of Michigan
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Link for further details and to apply:
http://www.resources-eeb.lsa.umich.edu/search16/index.php

[ECOLOG-L] Webinar: Improve Your Regression with Modern Regression Analysis Techniques

[Lisa Solomon]

Improve Your Regression with Modern Regression Analysis Techniques

*Part 1: July 27 @ 10:00 am PDT: Linear, Nonlinear, 
Regularized, GPS, LARS, LASSO, Elastic Net, MARS(r)

*Part 2: August 10 @ 10am PDT: TreeNet(r) Gradient 
Boosting, RandomForests(r), ISLE(tm) and RuleLearner(r)



REGISTER NOW

*Alternative link:  
http://info.salford-systems.com/improve-your-regression

Can't make it? Sign up and receive the recording!



Abstract:

Join us for this two part webinar series on improving your regression using 
modern regression analysis techniques, presented by Senior Scientist, Mikhail 
Golovyna. In these webinars you will learn how to drastically improve 
predication accuracy in your regression with a new model that addresses common 
concerns such as missing values, interactions, and nonlinearities in your data.

We will demonstrate the techniques using real-world data sets and introduce the 
main concepts behind Leo Breiman's Random Forests and Jerome Friedman's GPS 
(Generalized PathSeeker(tm)), MARS(r) (Multivariate Adaptive Regression 
Splines), and Gradient Boosting.

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellow: Environmental DNA (eDNA)

[Jim Anderson]

Postdoctoral Fellow - Wildlife & Fisheries Biology (DFNR 16-0087)

The West Virginia University Research Corporation (WVURC) seeks to hire a 
Postdoctoral Fellow - Wildlife & Fisheries Biology for the Division of Forestry 
and Natural Resources at West Virginia University. This position supports the 
Appalachian Freshwater Initiative, an NSF EPSCoR funded project within the 
School of Natural Resources.  The incumbent will develop and test strategies to 
improve and streamline environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling and laboratory 
techniques for assessing amphibian, fish, and invertebrate assemblages in 
headwater Appalachian streams and wetlands.  Specifically, the incumbent will 
advance WVU capabilities in eDNA technology including sampling, handling, and 
storage, protocols; increasing reliability of survey and research methodology; 
and increasing efficiency of eDNA extraction and processing techniques.  The 
incumbent will perform primary data collection in the field and the lab on 
presence of wetland and aquatic organisms.  Substantial contributions to 
scholarly outputs including publications, presentations, and grant applications 
is expected.  This position will contribute to a multi-disciplinary and 
multi-institutional study designed to improve management of aquatic 
environments in West Virginia.

A PhD in wildlife, fisheries, ecology, genetics, or a similar field, and 
experience in contemporary eDNA techniques and sampling techniques for 
organisms in aquatic or wetland environments are required. Preference will be 
given to candidates with previous publications on vertebrate genetics.
Competitive salary and benefits offered. For a complete job description and to 
apply for this position, please visit http://hr.research.wvu.edu  and click on 
the "View Jobs" link. AA/EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/E-verify 
compliant employer

James T. Anderson, Ph.D.
Davis-Michael Professor Forestry and Natural Resources
Program Coordinator, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources
West Virginia University
(304) 293-3825 Office
http://wildlife.wvu.edu/

[ECOLOG-L] Job opportunity: Ecophysiology of Restoration, University of Western Australia

[Erik Veneklaas]

We are offering a 4-year postdoctoral research position at the University 
of Western Australia; please see 
http://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/496724/research-associatefellow-
restoration-ecophysiology-ref-496724
The position is part of a research and training center for mine-site 
restoration, which will involve four postdoctoral and at least 12 
postgraduate researchers, in a collaboration with researchers from Curtin 
University, The University of Western Australia and The Botanic Gardens 
and Parks Authority, as well as restoration practitioners from several 
mining industry partners. The successful applicant will do research on 
plant-soil-climate interactions, with a likely emphasis on water 
relations, aimed at enhancing restoration success.
To apply and for more information, please see 
http://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/496724/research-associatefellow-
restoration-ecophysiology-ref-496724
Enquiries: erik.venekl...@uwa.edu.au
Closing date is 10 August 2016.

Kind regards,
Erik Veneklaas

[ECOLOG-L] Tenure-track position in Plant Evolutionary Ecology at North Carolina State University

[William Hoffmann]

*PLANT EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGIST*

The Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at North Carolina State
University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in
Plant Evolutionary Ecology. This position is a 9-month, tenure-track
position with responsibilities divided between teaching and research. We
seek an individual who uses innovative approaches to understand the origins
and maintenance of biological diversity of plants in the context of current
critical challenges. Areas of emphasis may include evolutionary
genetics/genomics of adaptive traits, adaptation in response to stress and
environmental change, plant coevolution with insects, animals, or microbes,
and plant conservation within an evolutionary context. The study systems
can be in natural or human-dominated environments. Priority will be given
to candidates who address these questions with a multi-disciplinary
approach that combines laboratory, field, and bioinformatic tools. The
successful candidate will be expected to develop a productive, extramurally
funded research program that enhances and complements existing programs in
the department and college.


Initial teaching expectation will be 1-2 courses per year. Courses will
depend on the individual’s areas of expertise, but may include graduate and
undergraduate courses in Plant Evolutionary Ecology,
Ecological/Evolutionary Genomics, Plant Conservation Biology, Ecological
and Genetic Mechanisms of Evolutionary Adaptation, or Methods in Ecological
Research. Candidates will be expected to mentor graduate and undergraduate
students in research.


Candidates must have a PhD degree in plant biology or related discipline,
with expertise in plant evolutionary biology and a record of peer-reviewed
publications and scholarly accomplishments commensurate with experience.


To apply, please go to *https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/70635
*. Applicants should *attach to the
online application*: a CV and a statement of research and teaching interests.
In addition, applicants *should arrange for three letters of recommendation
to be sent to the committee. *Letters should be addressed to Dr. Thomas
Wentworth, Chair, Plant Evolutionary Ecology Search Committee, and mailed
or sent by email to: Plant Evolutionary Ecology Search Committee,
Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, North Carolina State University,
Raleigh, NC, 27695-7612 (email: cmfre...@ncsu.edu). Review of applications
will begin on Sept. 1, 2016.


*NC State is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women
and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. In
addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual
orientation or genetic information.*

[ECOLOG-L] VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FELINE MONITORING PROJECT - COSTA RICA

[Colin Garland]

Volunteer field assistants are needed for an on-going wild feline monitoring 
and conservation project at the Aula Global Biological Reserve, a remote 
private reserve located in the mountainous regions near Monteverde, Costa Rica. 
The Global Classroom has been conducting scientific studies focusing on 
documenting the movement and population density of cats (jaguar, puma, ocelot, 
margay, jaguarundi) within the reserve. Among other tasks, volunteers will be 
using camera traps, track pads, animal tracking techniques, and photography to 
gather information on local and transient cats within the reserve. Collected 
data will be entered into a database. 

  
Secondary work projects within our private biological reserve may include bird, 
mammal and reptile census and behavioral observations, trail maintenance, and 
orchid identification.  If volunteers are interested, upon discussion with the 
Aula Global Staff, they may conduct custom-built projects. 

The Aula Global 
volunteer project connects participants with some of the wildest, unspoiled 
tropical forests left in Costa Rica. Aula Global Reserve is not open to the 
general public so human activity within the reserve is at a minimum, allowing 
volunteers the unique opportunity to study unencumbered by tourist activity and 
restrictions placed upon many researchers studying in public reserves. 
 


No previous rain forest experience is necessary, but field assistants must be 
motivated, self directed and prepared for off trail hiking in rugged, wet 
conditions.  Trails at the reserve can be steep, muddy, and slippery.  Be 
prepared to hike up to 3 miles daily with a light day pack.  There are no roads 
to our research station so upon arrival, participants must be able to carry all 
their personal gear, and possibly a small amount of group gear (i.e. food, 
equipment) approximately one mile to the station.


 
FALL 2016:

Session 1: October 23rd - 29th - FOR WOMEN**

Session 2: October 30th - November 5th
Session 3: November 6th - 12th
 
**This session is specifically for women, led by women, to develop and share 
important field research skills and connect with other like-minded individuals. 
 All of our other sessions are open to everyone.
 
Cost is $450 per week and includes transportation from Monteverde to Aula 
Global Reserve, all food and lodging within the reserve, all technical 
equipment, animal tracking and other related workshops. A $200/session deposit 
is required to save your space. There is an additional conservation fee of 
$25/week. Please bring this amount with you in US dollars and it will be 
collected when entering the reserve. 


 
FOR MORE INFORMATION please visit http://ravenadventures.com/tropical-ecology/ 



 
TO APPLY please contact Kathy Leone at: ka...@ravenadventures.com

[ECOLOG-L] GRAD STUDENTS: Free ESA Membership when you join the Master Plant Science Team

[Teresa Mourad]

TO ALL GRADUATE STUDENTS

Would you like a chance to get involved and trained in K-12 outreach? Would you 
like to help stimulate an appreciation of science in tomorrow's scientists, 
without ever leaving your desk? The Ecological Society of America has teamed up 
with the Botanical Society of America for the 2016-2017 PlantingScience Master 
Plant Science Team (MPST) program.

Sponsored by the ESA Education Section, five selected students will receive:

* FREE 2017 ESA membership

* 50% off ESA 2017 Annual Meeting registration

* a Planting Science T-shirt!

The MPST is a great way for graduate students to lead in an online mentoring 
experience for middle and high school students. Your involvement will help 
support inquiry-based science in our schools. The overall time commitment is 
small, but the impact you make can be substantial.

More details can be found at: 
http://www.esa.org/esa/education-and-diversity/planting-science/

APPLY AT 
http://plantingscience.org
  by August 8, 2016 (Please note - ESA's deadline is earlier than the Planting 
Science.org deadline)

Questions? Contact the PlantingScience team: 
pst...@plantingscience.org


Current ESA membership not required.

Please pass this information on to others who might be interested.

Teresa
Teresa Mourad
Director, Education and Diversity Programs

Ecological Society of America
1990 M Street, NW Suite 700
Washington DC  20036
202.833.8773 x 234
202.833.8775 Fax

[ECOLOG-L] Technician position: Coastal Everglades fish ecology & recreational fisheries

[Jennifer Rehage]

Full time technician available at FIU, Miami: Everglades coastal fishes & 
recreational fisheries



Desired start date: September 1, 2016



Duration:1 year

(Likely extendable & possibility for turning position into a graduate degree if 
desired).



Salary:$30,000-$35,000/year depending on qualifications



Location:Rehage lab, http://myweb.fiu.edu/rehagej/

Earth & Environment Department

Southeast Environmental Research Center

Florida Coastal Everglades Long Term Ecological Research program 
(http://fcelter.fiu.edu/).

Florida International University, Miami, FL

About this position:  We seek a motivated technician with a passion for fish 
and recreational fisheries to help us sample in several fish studies in the 
coastal Everglades and Florida Bay. Primary duties include coordinating and 
executing field activities involving: 1) acoustic telemetry (Vemco) to track 
recreational fish (e.g., snook, tarpon, largemouth bass) movement and habitat 
use in response to environmental/hydrological drivers, 2) seining to examine 
nursery and prey dynamics, and 3) boat electrofishing, 4) snorkeling visual 
surveys and 5) BRUVs (Baited Remote Underwater Video Stations) to examine fish 
community dynamics and recreational fisheries in coastal mangrove habitats, and 
6) angling and working with anglers and fishing guides to participate in data 
collection.



Required qualifications:

  *   Passion for fish ecology and recreational fisheries, coastal habitats, 
and scientific inquiry and desire to join a productive and collaborative 
research team.
  *   Excellent boating skills and extensive experience boating (ability to 
operate small motor boats is a must).
  *   Extensive experience with fish sampling methods, angling, and fish 
ecology/fisheries field work.
  *   Excellent leadership, communication & organization skills to organize and 
lead field activities with our lab and project partners.
  *   Strong lab skills to conduct sample processing, data management, 
equipment maintenance, and assist with data analysis.
  *   Ability and willingness to work independently in arduous conditions in 
the field for long hours and at times involving backcountry camping while 
sampling.



 To apply:  Please email Dr. Jenn Rehage 
(reh...@fiu.edu) and please include the following 
materials: a) In your email, please tell us about yourself, research 
experience/interests, qualifications and why you are a good fit for this 
position.

 b) Please attach a CV with a list of 3 references.

 c) Please title email ‘Everglades fisheries technician 
position + your last name

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by Aug 15, 2016.



About our lab: We are an energetic team of fish ecologists interested in 
understanding how fishes respond to human and natural disturbance, and how 
these effects permeate through multiple ecological scales (from individual 
behavior to population and community dynamics and to human dimensions, such as 
implications for recreational fisheries). We are part of a highly collaborative 
south Florida research community, composed of scientists, and federal, state 
and private partners, all with the shared goal of understanding and forecasting 
coastal ecosystem resilience and responses to large-scale restoration efforts 
and climate change, and for us, our focus is on fish and the recreational 
fisheries they support.



About our university: FIU is a public research university in Miami with a 
highly diverse, vibrant, and growing student body located near the edge of the 
Everglades. Our multiple campuses serve over 50,000 students, placing FIU among 
the ten largest universities in the nation. FIU is Carnegie-designated as both 
a research university with the highest research activity and a 
community-engaged university. FIU leads the nation in granting bachelor’s 
degrees in the STEM fields to minority students, and is first in awarding STEM 
master’s degrees to Hispanics.



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J.S. Rehage, PhD
Associate Professor

Earth & Environment Department
Southeast Environmental Research Center
Florida International University
11200 SW 8th Street, AHC5 365
Miami, FL 33199
(305) 348-3804 office
(305) 348-0181 lab
(954) 873-2641 cell
reha...@fiu.edu
http://myweb.fiu.edu/rehagej/