[ECOLOG-L] Full time (limited term) Wetland Assistant/Botanist position in Salt Lake City

[Diane Menuz]

Position Description: 
The Utah Geological Survey seeks to hire a Wetlands Assistant / Botanist to 
plan and execute field research, lead wetland plant identification, and 
assist with data analysis and report writing. The incumbent will spend 
March through May preparing for field work, June through September in the 
field, and October through February identifying plant samples in the office 
and assisting with data analysis and report writing. Tasks in the spring 
will likely include helping develop a statistically valid study design, 
planning field logistics, and assisting with hiring summer interns. During 
the field season, the incumbent will oversee field logistics and 
participate in field work. Field work will take place in both front country 
and remote settings and typically require four 10+ hour days/week, but 
other schedules may sometimes be required, including some overnight field 
stays. The incumbent will lead all plant identification at field sites and 
will work with a team member to evaluate hydrologic, physical, and other 
components of wetland health. Tasks in the fall and winter will likely 
include data QA/QC, identifying dried plant specimen, data analysis, and 
report writing. 
The incumbent will work on a variety of wetland-related projects, but the 
main project will be focused on refinement of a wetland assessment 
protocol. The protocol will be tested with multiple groups of observers and 
at different times of the year to determine method robustness. The protocol 
may be refined throughout the field season depending on preliminary results 
and to ensure that it is simple enough to be used by a broad variety of 
stakeholders. 
The position is initially being offered for a 12-month term, but may be 
extended depending on funding. Applicants that are excited to come up with 
new project ideas and pursue funding with the assistance of the State 
Wetlands Coordinator are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Duties:
1. Prepare for field surveys by assisting with study design and preparing 
sampling plan. 
2. Serve as field project manager throughout the field season by planning 
logistics, taking responsibility for data accuracy and completeness, and 
serving as crew leader for seasonal technician. 
3. Aid in the collection of wetland condition data. Evaluate sites for the 
presence of stressors. Use landscape and local site data to evaluate 
hydrologic, physical, and biotic components of wetland health following set 
protocols with attention to detail. 
4. Reliably identify plants (both in field and with a microscope) and plant 
communities within Utah wetlands. Collect and prepare unknown plant 
specimens for later identification and storage. 
5. Assist with one or more of the following: data quality assurance/quality 
control; landscape analysis in ArcGIS; technical writing; data analysis. 
6. Other duties as needed. 

Required Qualifications: 
1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, biology, wetland 
science, or other related field. 
2. Strong plant identification skills, including ability to use dichotomous 
keys to identify difficult taxa such as Cyperaceae and Poaceae and three or 
more seasons of field experience in positions requiring identification of 
plants; one season can be substituted by plant taxonomy coursework. 
3. Ability to work independently and take a leadership role. Must have some 
previous leadership or project management experience. 
4. At least basic knowledge of statistical design and analysis relevant to 
aquatic resources or vegetation data. 
5. Experience with field work and willingness and ability to work long 
hours and unusual schedules and to tolerate extreme heat, rain, biting 
insects, and other field nuisances. 

Preferred Qualifications (successful applicants will likely have one or 
more of the following): 
1. Master’s degree in relevant subject. 
2. Familiarity with map making or more complex analysis in ArcGIS. 
3. Experience with plant identification in relevant systems (e.g., wetland 
plants, western plants). 
4. Training in watershed science, wetlands, or riparian systems. 
5. Strong technical writing skills. 
6. Experience with data management, particularly in Microsoft Access. 
7. Data analysis experience in the statistical program R. 

To apply, submit resume, cover letter, three references (with phone 
numbers), and a writing sample to Diane Menuz, State Wetland Coordinator, 
at the Utah Geological Survey, dme...@utah.gov. Please indicate your 
available start date. You may direct all questions to this email. 
Applications be reviewed starting January 23, but will be accepted until 
the position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] James Mark Baldwin: Evolutionary Biology - Environment (Baldwin Effect) and Psychology

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

Dear Colleagues:

A while ago, I requested information/images for a paper on the end of the
academic career (in the USA) of James Mark Baldwin. Eventually, research on
primary literature yielded enough that a paper resulted, herein freely
available.

http://www2.apa.org/pubs/journals/features/hop-a0033575.pdf

Thanks to those who provided constructive feedback, especially Dr. Inouye
with an image.

Cheers,

Jorge

Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD
blaypublishers.com

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[ECOLOG-L] JOB OPPORTUNITY- INVASIVE PLANT INVENTORY TECHNICIANS

[Stephanie Frederick]

JOB OPPORTUNITY 
INVASIVE PLANT INVENTORY TECHNICIAN – February-April 2017

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is currently hiring four 
(4) invasive plant technicians to work in the Southern Nevada District 
of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). 

Located in Ely, Nevada, ENLC is a non-profit conservation organization 
comprised of public, private, and non-profit partners dedicated to the 
restoration of the Western ecosystems through collaborative teamwork. 

The Southern Nevada BLM office is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the 
southern tip of Nevada. The Southern Nevada District encompasses 3 
million public land acres in Clark and Nye counties.  The area is within 
the Mojave Desert and is a blend of geologically diverse mountain ranges 
and wide valleys.  The Lake Mead Recreation area is just southeast of 
Las Vegas and the western side of the Vegas Valley is bracketed by Mount 
Charleston (Forest Service) and Red Rock Canyon (BLM).  Las Vegas is the 
largest city in Nevada with over 2 million residents in the valley. 
However, if one travels twenty miles outside the city in any direction 
they will find themselves in very remote and beautiful Mojave Desert 
country.

INVASIVE PLANT TECHNICIAN DUTIES: Field crews will work with ENLC’s 
staff ecologist and botanist in inventory and identification of invasive 
plants on public lands. Inventory duties include identifying invasive 
plant infestations, surveying, recording and managing data. The crews 
will be targeting their inventories on Sahara Mustard (Brassica 
tournefortii), Malta Starthistle (Centaurea melitensis), and Green 
Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum) infestations, however, crews will 
be responsible for recording all noxious weeds they identify as they are 
inventorying any given area.

All technicians will be responsible for driving large, 4-wheel drive 
pick-up trucks and hiking to and around inventory sites. Technicians are 
also required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
Technicians must be comfortable with truck camping in the backcountry 
for up to 4 days at a time and MUST be physically able to hike while 
wearing a backpack over rough and steep terrain. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Qualified applicants should have experience and/or 
education in invasive plant management, biological sciences, natural 
resources, plant identification or general plant taxonomy and the 
ability to follow directions and safety protocols. Applicants must be 
experienced with 4WD vehicles and should have a clean driving record for 
the past 3 years. Experience with utilizing GPS units and programs 
(Trimble units and ArcPad) are a plus.

SALARY: $14.50-$15.50/hour, depending on experience (plus $34/day per 
diem when camping)

SCHEDULE: Positions run from mid-February through April and follow a 10-
hour day/four-day work week. Crews will return to Las Vegas if they are 
working close to the city in the evenings, otherwise they will camp out 
near the inventory sites for up to four (4) days at a time.  

Crew members are responsible for their own housing while working on this 
project.

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and the contact 
information for at least three references to Julie Thompson at 
jthomp...@envlc.org. Materials should be emailed by January 20, 2017. 
Please put “S. NV Invasive Plant Technician” in the email subject line. 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Assistant or Associate Professor of Ecohydrology

[David Inouye]

The School of Natural Resources and the Environment (SNRE; 
http://snre.arizona.edu /) at the University of 
Arizona (UA) (http://www.arizona.edu/) seeks outstanding applicants for 
a tenure-eligible position in Ecohydrology at the rank of advanced 
Assistant or Associate Professor of Ecohydrology excited to join our 
growing interdisciplinary faculty and complement our existing research 
strengths. Successful applicants will be expected to continue their 
externally funded research program focused on interactions between the 
biosphere and the hydrological cycle, and to contribute to excellence in 
teaching and outreach within the School of Natural Resources and the 
Environment. We encourage applications from candidates with a strong 
physical science focus and research interests in one or more of the 
following areas: riparian systems, water supply and water quality, 
stream hydrology, applied geomorphology, ecophysiology, biometeorology, 
the soil-water-plant continuum, sustainability and conservation of water 
resources. This position offers the opportunity for applicants to engage 
in multiple exciting interdisciplinary initiatives including research 
made possible through the School’s partnerships with the Critical Zone 
Observatory Network, the Santa Rita Experimental Range, the Walnut Gulch 
Experimental Watershed, the Landscape Evolution Observatory at Biosphere 
2, the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON).


SNRE, has strong research, teaching and outreach programs in wildlife 
and fisheries ecology; conservation biology; eco-hydrology and watershed 
management; rangeland ecology, restoration, and management; global 
change ecology and management; and arid lands research. SNRE is also 
host to multiple cooperators from both the federal (the USGS Arizona 
Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, the USGS Sonoran Desert 
Research Station, the National Park Service Desert Southwest Cooperative 
Ecosystem Studies Unit, the USGS Southwest Climate Science Center, the 
National Phenology Network) and state (Game and Fish Dept., Dept. of 
Transportation, Dept. of Environmental Quality) agencies. Our 
cooperative extension personnel have strong connections to landowners 
throughout Arizona.


Diversity of thought, background, and experience powers our culture of 
innovation, success, and life-changing discovery. We welcome candidates 
who have the academic qualifications appropriate for the appointment at 
the rank of advanced assistant or associate professor and the ability to 
work effectively within a broadly diverse community of students and 
scholars.


Applications must include: a (i) cover letter, (ii) curriculum vitae, 
(iii) statement of research (2-3 pages) and teaching (2-3 pages) 
interests, and (iv) the names and contact information of 3-5 references. 
Within these materials we ask the applicant to explain how they will 
work to engage and support underrepresented groups in research and in 
the classroom. We also request that the candidate nominate two published 
articles that exemplify the current direction of their research. 
Applicants can apply online at https://uacareers.com/postings/15729.


Review of applications will commence February 3, 2017 and continue until 
a suitable candidate is found. Start date is negotiable.


Direct questions about the position to the chair of the search 
committee: David Moore, (davidjpmoore (at) email.arizona.edu).


David JP Moore

Associate Professor

School of Natural Resources and the Environment

ENR2 Bldg. N415

1064 E. Lowell Street

The University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ 85721

Office: N415

Phone: 520 621 9998

https://snre.arizona.edu/people/david-moore

http://djpmoore.tumblr.com 

https://twitter.com/DJPMoore

[ECOLOG-L] Michigan State University graduate student opportunities in carbon cycle science

[Ranjeet John]

The Michigan State University Department of Geography, Environment, and
Spatial Sciences and Center for Global Change and Earth Observation (CGCEO)
are pleased to announce at least two graduate student positions in
Socioecological carbon production in managed agricultural-forest landscapes.
Successful candidates will possess and demonstrate relevant interest and
skills in one or more of the following topics: (1) Bottom-up scaling of
landscape C fluxes from eddy covariance measurements; (2) Top-down estimates
of C fluxes from a land surface model (the Community Land Model); (3) land
cover remote sensing across multiple sensors; (4) socioecological analysis
of managed landscapes including life cycle analysis and structural equation
modeling.
Successful applicants will play a significant role in research funded by the
NASA Carbon Cycle Science program. This work focuses on understanding the
quantitative contributions of land cover change, specific management
practices, and climate changes to the social and physical C fluxes of
managed ecosystems, with an initial focus on the Kalamazoo River watershed
in Michigan. Strong candidates will have experience with collaborative
interdisciplinary work.
If you have questions about these positions please contact Dr. Jiquan Chen
(jqc...@msu.edu) and/or Dr. Kyla Dahlin (kdah...@msu.edu). For more
information about our groups check out the LEES Lab
(http://lees.geo.msu.edu/) and the ERSAM Lab (http://www.msu.edu/~kdahlin)
webpages.
Students will be expected to produce compelling scientific articles for
publication in peer-reviewed journals. These PhD in Geography positions are
fully funded for three years. This includes an annual stipend plus tuition
and fees and involves collaboration with researchers at MSU in the
Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences, the CGCEO, and
the Kellogg Biological Station. The ideal candidates should be highly
motivated individuals with strong interests in one or more of the above
topics. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to present the
results of their dissertation project at annual meetings and scientific
conferences. 
Preferred qualifications: MSc. degree in Geography, Ecology, or a related
field. Application deadline is February 1, 2017 (or until position is
filled). Starting date: Fall 2017 (Classes start on August 30, 2017).
Information about requirements and applying to the Geography program can be
found here: http://geo.msu.edu/graduate-information/apply/ and in the most
recent Graduate Handbook here:
http://geo.msu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Graduate-Handbook-2016-%E2%80%93-2017.pdf

MSU is an equal opportunity employer. The Department of Geography,
Environment, and Spatial Sciences, the CGCEO, the LEES Lab and the ERSAM Lab
are all committed to promoting diversity in research.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Assistant: Buck Island Sea Turtle Research Program 2017

[Code, Tessa]

*Buck Island Sea Turtle Research Program Research Assistant Vacancy
Announcement 2017*


Buck Island Reef National Monument (BIRNM), located on the island of St.
Croix, US Virgin Islands, is seeking applicants for the position of Sea
Turtle Research Assistant (intern) to conduct sea turtle research and
monitoring. This will be the 30th year of the Buck Island Sea Turtle
Research Program (BISTRP), a long-term monitoring, research, and
conservation project supported by the National Park Service (NPS), Buck
Island Reef National Monument. BIRNM is a nesting beach for hawksbill
(Eretmochelys imbricata), green (Chelonia mydas), leatherback
(Dermochelys coriacea),
and loggerhead (Caretta caretta) sea turtles.

This project will be up to 12 weeks in duration beginning in mid-July 2017
(applicants must state availability in their cover letter) and are expected
to stay the length of the project upon selection. This is a highly
competitive project that is physically and mentally intense, aimed at
individuals who want to make ecology/resource management their career.
Access to the island is by boat only, where there are minimal facilities.
Ability to navigate rugged terrain, work in adverse weather conditions, and
amongst biting insects and poisonous and spiny plants is essential. Shifts
last up to 12 hours and require interns to work effectively on a nocturnal
schedule. Interns must work equally effectively as a team and individually.

Interns will provide assistance to the NPS staff in the collection and
processing of field data. A mixture of methods will be used: night duty and
day patrols. Night duty focuses on working with animals during the laying
process. During this time, all nesting turtles will be encountered;
biometric data will be collected on turtles, physical data will be
collected on nest locations, and animals will be tagged (inconel and PIT).
Imperiled nests will be relocated to mitigate risk and increase hatch
success. Nests will be excavated to determine hatch success. Night work
will last in shifts up to 12 hours and will be labor intensive. Day patrols
will require accurate assessment of the previous night’s nesting activities
from tracks left in the sand alone. Nests that hatch will be excavated to
estimate hatching success and beach productivity. Throughout the project
interns will be required to perform data entry and equipment maintenance.

Interns are also responsible for weekly daytime monitoring of beaches at
The Buccaneer Hotel, their residence, recording activities using GPS.
Interns will also conduct outreach to hotel guests and will write a report
at season’s end summarizing turtle nesting activities at The Buccaneer
Hotel. In addition to BISTRP objectives, interns will provide assistance to
NPS staff and collaborators with a hawksbill hatchling genetics project and
aid in hatchling sampling and data collection. Interns may also participate
in the deployment of acoustic and satellite tags as part of directed
research to assess sea turtle movement. In addition, interns may have the
opportunity to conduct snorkel surveys for foraging sea turtles and/or
assist in sea turtle stranding response incidents.

Interns will receive two meals/day and lodging from The Buccaneer Hotel at
no cost to the interns. A small weekly stipend will be allotted to each
intern ($100), and travel costs will be covered by the NPS. Interns need to
seriously consider their finances before applying to these openings; it
will not be possible to work locally while conducting intern duties.

 Qualifications Required - *Must:*
·  Communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
·  *Have biology training/background*
·  Collect data and maintain records precisely according to standardized
protocol
·  Enter and analyze data (written and computer database format)
·  *Be in excellent physical shape*
·  Be able to persevere under stressful conditions
·  Work outdoors, day and night in isolated conditions, and in adverse
weather.
·  Walk in the sand up to 10 kilometers/night; climb rocks; stoop, kneel
and stand on soft substrate and in cramped conditions.
·  *Have a strong work ethic*
·  Be able to work all night and on weekends
·  Be able to lift and move heavy objects
·  Operate and maintain communications equipment properly (cell phone,
hand-held VHS radio, marine radio)
·  Be able to swim; crew a boat in open water conditions
·  *Have a valid US driver’s license*


To apply, send a cover letter stating your interest in and qualifications
for the project, a resume or CV summarizing your experience, and contact
information for three references to the email address below. The
document(s) you submit should include your last name and document type in
the file name. Email is preferred, but postal mail is accepted.* Deadline
for application: 30 Jan 2017, no applicants will be considered after this
date.*  If selected for interview you will be contacted by Feb 5th, *please
do not make follow up inquiries.*


Email: 

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship - High-elevation Appalachian Birds

[Christopher Rota]

Graduate Research Assistantship – Multi-species dynamics of Appalachian 
bird communities, School of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Fisheries 
Resources Program, West Virginia University

Description: The School of Natural Resources at West Virginia University 
is seeking a highly motivated graduate student at either the PhD or MS 
level to study multi-species dynamics of high-elevation Appalachian bird 
communities.  The student’s thesis or dissertation will evaluate the 
role of interspecific interactions, climate, and environmental 
conditions in shaping the distribution and temporal dynamics of 
Appalachian breeding birds.  The project will have a strong quantitative 
component, and the student should have an interest and aptitude in 
developing advanced quantitative skills.

Qualifications: Degree in wildlife science, ecology, zoology, or closely 
related field.  Candidates should have experience identifying breeding 
birds (preferably within the eastern US) by sound and sight.  Preference 
will be given to candidates experienced with generalized linear mixed 
models, particularly within a Bayesian context, though a demonstrated 
interest and aptitude in developing quantitative skills will go a long 
way.  Candidates must have a minimum 3.25 GPA.  Preference will be given 
to candidates who scored above the 50th percentile in both the 
quantitative and verbal components of the GRE.

Stipend: $16,536 (MS) or $19,848 (PhD), plus health insurance and 
university tuition waiver.

To Apply: Interested individuals should send a CV, cover letter, a 500-
word statement of purpose (why do you want to work on this project, your 
research interests, and long-term career goals), unofficial copy of 
transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references as 
a single PDF file to Dr. Christopher Rota at 
christopher.r...@mail.wvu.edu.  Explicitly state within your cover 
letter whether you are applying for the MS or PhD position.  Review of 
applications will begin the week of January 23, and the position will 
remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

[ECOLOG-L] REU - Environmental Science and Policy in the Nation’s Capital

[Gina Marie Wimp]

Environmental Science and Policy in the Nation’s Capital

An NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program at 
Georgetown University

Summer 2017

Georgetown University’s REU Site program in Environmental Science and 
Policy in the Nation’s Capital is seeking talented and engaged 
undergraduate students.  This ten-week program will bring a cohort of 
ten students to Washington, D.C. to conduct hands-on research in 
environmental science at Georgetown University and to take part in a 
mini-curriculum that builds research skills and also explores the 
intersections of science and public policy.  Participating research 
mentors have expertise in fields including ecology, conservation 
biology, evolutionary genetics, mathematical modeling, hydrology, 
statistics for environmental studies, and earth science.  See mentor 
research descriptions on the program web site.  Interested students are 
encouraged to contact potential mentors directly.

The 2017 program will run from May 31 - August 5.  Students will be 
housed on the Georgetown campus and will receive a $5250 stipend plus an 
allowance for food.  To be eligible, applicants must be U. S. citizens 
or permanent residents, full-time students as of August, 2017, and 
available to participate full-time during the program.  We are striving 
for a diverse group, so students from groups typically underrepresented 
in STEM fields are strongly encouraged to apply.

Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2017 and will be 
accepted on a continuing until all positions are filled.

For more information on the program and to apply, visit: 
http://reuenvscigeorgetown.weebly.com/

For inquiries, contact the program manager Dr. Manus Patten 
(mm...@georgetown.edu), the principal investigator Dr. Matthew B. 
Hamilton (matthew.hamil...@georgetown.edu), or co-principal investigator 
Dr. Martha Weiss (wei...@georgetown.edu).

[ECOLOG-L] Montana Conservation Corps is Hiring!!

[Nate Hess]

Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) has some great opportunities for you to 
be involved in a 25 year legacy of service! Join us as we improve our 
communities and landscapes for the future. 

After completing your term of service with MCC you will receive an 
AmeriCorps Education Award that you can apply to your mountain of 
student 
loan debt or even future schooling! 

Are you tomorrow's conservation leader? At MCC, you can be.

For Crew Members: http://mtcorps.org/join/field-crews/corpsmember

For Wildlands Restoration Team: http://mtcorps.org/join/field-
crews/wildlands-restoration-team

For Veterans Green Corps: http://mtcorps.org/join/vet-corpsmember

For Summer Crew Leader: http://mtcorps.org/join/field-crews/crew-leader

Happy Trails,

Nate Hess

Communications Coordinator | Montana Conservation Corps

206 N Grand Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715 | (406) 587-4475

[ECOLOG-L] Grad. Research Assist. in Environmental Science

[Joseph N. Boyer]

The Center for the Environment (CFE) at Plymouth State University (PSU) in 
NH is inviting applications for Graduate Research Assistantships in the 
environmental sciences.  CFE supports research across departments in areas 
such as watershed ecosystems, socio-ecological systems, environmental 
biology, biogeochemistry, hydrometeorology, stream hydrology, climate 
change resilience, ecological economics, limnology, lake paleoecology, 
landscape ecology, and land use planning. http://www.plymouth.edu/center-
for-the-environment/

Students often collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of faculty, 
students, and scientists from other academic, governmental, and non-
governmental organizations including organizations such as Hubbard Brook 
Experimental Forest, White Mountain National Forest, NH Department of 
Environmental Services, Appalachian Mountain Club, and the Squam Lakes 
Association.

The participating degree programs include Departments of Environmental 
Science & Policy (ESP), Biological Sciences (BIO), and Atmospheric Science 
& Chemistry (ASC).  Applications should be submitted to PSU’s Graduate 
Studies. http://www.plymouth.edu/graduate/

The GRA stipend and tuition support are supported through CFE but the MS 
degree resides in and is managed by the respective department. 

For more information about the MS in Environmental Science & Policy, please 
contact Program Coordinator, Shannon Rogers, shrog...@plymouth.edu. For 
more information about the MS in Biology, please contact Program 
Coordinator, Heather Doherty, hedohe...@plymouth.edu.  For more information 
about the MS in Applied Meteorology, please contact Program Coordinator, 
Eric Hoffman, ehoff...@plymouth.edu.

[ECOLOG-L] 2017 Summer Field Forestry/Biology/Ecology Internships

[Danielle Begley]

Position Announcement – Summer Field Forestry/Biology/Ecology 
Internships

8 Total Positions Available: 2 Crew Leads, 6 Technicians
Summer 2017 

Monday, May 15th* – Friday, August 11th
*Crew Leaders must be available the week of May 8th

Location: 4 positions in State College, PA and 4 positions in 
Coudersport, PA

Pay: Full time, 40hr/week appointment. Crew leaders – $12.50/hr; 
technicians – $11.50/hr. Housing is provided, along with access to a 
field vehicle. 

Duties: 

Technicians--Must be able to find, monument, and inventory permanent 
forest vegetation plots using GPS and other tools in central or northern 
Pennsylvania. Daily duties include navigation to remote parts of 
Pennsylvania state forest lands, hiking up to 2 miles with equipment, 
and collection of quality vegetation monitoring data—the identification, 
size class, and abundance of more than 100 species of overstory and 
understory plants—with a field PC.

Crew Leaders--In addition to performing the duties described above, crew 
leaders must be able to successfully manage and lead a vegetation 
monitoring crew while they perform daily duties. This includes daily 
planning of plot visits, assessing access routes and equipment needs, 
and management/archiving of collected data. 

Key qualifications: 

Technicians--At least two years toward a natural resources baccalaureate 
degree; demonstrated plant identification skills (as evidenced by a 
course in plant ID, such as dendrology, and/or field experience 
collecting vegetation data); ability to work independently and reliably 
without direct supervision in challenging field conditions; and 
possession of a valid driver’s license. 

Crew Leaders--Possession of a baccalaureate degree in natural resources 
or a related field; demonstrated plant identification skills (as 
evidenced by at least one year experience as field technician monitoring 
vegetation data); ability to supervise and manage field crews under 
difficult field conditions; possession of a valid driver’s license.

Questions: Contact Danielle Begley-Miller at dfb5...@psu.edu.

Application deadline: Applications reviewed as received.

To apply: Send a letter, résumé, transcripts, and contact information 
for three references (via email preferred) to Bobbi Joy Scovern. At 
least one reference should be able to comment on your plant 
identification skills. In your letter, please indicate if you would like 
to be considered for a crew leader position.

Email applications to:
Bobbi Joy Scovern, Administrative Support Assistant
Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
419 Forest Resources Building 
University Park, PA 16802 
Email: b...@psu.edu 
Phone: 814-865-4511

[ECOLOG-L] Part-Time C# Programmer Harvard Forest

[Laurie L. Chiasson]

Part-Time C# Programmer  - 15 hours/week

The Thompson Landscape Ecology lab at the Harvard Forest is seeking a part time 
C# 
programmer to modify portions of the LANDIS-II Forest Landscape Model. We use 
LANDIS 
to conduct landscape simulations of climate and land-use to assess their 
potential impact 
on forest ecosystems. Landis-ii code is freely available under an open-source 
license at 
GitHub.  We have several coding tasks that need to be accomplished during the 
next six 
months, and then may have other opportunities in to the future.   The 
programmer can be 
hired as either a part-time (~15hrs/week) employee of Harvard University or as 
a contractor 
(must be an established contractor).  We are based at the Harvard Forest in 
Petersham, 
which is about 30min from Amherst and 60 min from Cambridge.  The programmer 
will 
work closely with our team to test changes made to the model but we are 
flexible with 
regard to telecommuting.

The candidate must be able to work independently to meet deadlines without much 
supervision but also has the ability to work well with a team to present and 
test their work.   
The ideal candidate has an interest in using computer science and programming 
to further 
scientific research. This work will add functionality that is integral to 
future research with 
the LANDIS-II model.

Core Responsibilities:
-   Make requested changes to and create features for the LANDIS-II model 
using the C# 
programming language.
-   Work with the users to test the changes to the model and assess future 
modifications.
Requirements:
-   Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of C# programming language. 
-   Experience working with and modifying existing source code. 
-   Patience and a sense of humor in working with scientists who do not 
have 
conventional computer programming backgrounds! 
Preferred:
-   Experience working on Linux (specifically using Mono to implement C#) 
is ideal but 
not required.

Compensation:
-   Hourly wage commensurate with experience.
-   Up to 17 hours/week, with a flexible schedule.
-   Working from home is acceptable
-   Help improve a model that is at the cutting edge of ecological modeling

Please email your CV along with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are 
a good fit 
for this position to  Dr. Jonathan Thompson jtho...@fas.harvard.edu and/or Luca 
Morreale 
lmorre...@fas.harvard.edu
http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/employment

[ECOLOG-L] Hiring educators and researchers for summer 2017 (Hurricane Island, Maine)

[Rachel Kimpton]

The Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership is hiring for our 2017 
program
season! For complete and detailed job descriptions, please visit 
hurricaneisland.net/employment. Applications will be accepted through our 
online portal 
and review will begin February 1st and continue until the positions are filled. 

About Hurricane Island:
The Hurricane Island Center for Science & Leadership is a transformative 
learning 
community on Hurricane Island, a small island totaling 125 acres located 10 
miles off the 
coast of Maine in Penobscot Bay. We offer experiential science and leadership 
programs in 
STEM disciplines including marine biology & ecology, ocean monitoring & 
research, island 
ecology & botany, environmental studies, and sustainable design & technology. 
We 
encourage all participants to develop an ethic of environmental awareness and 
to discover 
what it takes to make a difference in the world - as students, scientists, 
citizens, and 
leaders.

Educators:
We are hiring for two (2) Science Educators for our 2017 season, from
late-April through mid-October.  Educators are responsible for developing and 
facilitating 
science curriculum for our programs.  Educators design curriculum to fulfill 
our summer 
programs and while working with teachers during the "shoulder" seasons (late 
spring and 
early fall).  Each Educator will be supervised by the Director of Education and 
will be 
responsible for mentoring a Teaching Assistant Intern during the summer months. 
   
Educators are based directly on Hurricane Island.  Applicants should have at 
least one year 
of teaching experience in inquiry-based and/or experiential education, 
particularly with 
middle and/or high school students in outdoor settings.  Room and board is 
provided on 
the island in addition to a competitive salary.

Internships:
Interns will have the opportunity to live and work in a residential community 
while 
practicing community building, leadership, and experiential education skills. 
There are 
opportunities to participate in rock climbing, hiking, sailing, conducting 
research, and field 
trips to local islands. We welcome applicants with a wide variety of specialty 
areas, 
including but not limited to science, leadership, climbing, sailing, 
navigation, art, and 
sustainability. Each intern will receive shared room and board while on 
Hurricane Island
for duration of the internship (June 18-August 19, 2017). Interns will also
receive a stipend, and the internship can be made to meet graduation 
requirements if 
necessary.

• Teaching Assistant Interns (2): The Teaching Assistant Interns will work 
closely with a 
mentor educator to help develop and deliver curriculum while receiving training 
in 
experiential education science education methods. Teaching Assistants will have 
a gradual 
introduction to the instruction of students, beginning with assisting in set 
up, planning, and 
student supervision as they take an increasingly greater role in actual 
instruction. The 
Assistants are expected to supervise students, including overnight supervision 
in our 
bunkhouse, and participate as a full member in our intentional community, 
assisting
in daily community tasks critical to island function (i.e., dish washing, 
cleaning bathrooms, 
composting, greeting island visitors, etc.). 
• Research Intern (1): The Research Intern will work closely with our Research 
Assistant on
our ongoing research initiatives including monitoring Atlantic Sea Scallop 
populations and
establishing and maintaining our aquaculture farm. Cold water dive experience is
necessary for this position and the Intern will split their time between being 
in the field, on
the island, and in the mainland office.
• Sustainable Food Systems and Garden Intern (1): The Sustainable Food Systems 
and
Garden Intern will be involved in maintaining our current gardens and new 
greenhouse and
help create a long term plan for sustainable food systems on the island. 
Additionally, they
will support our education programs, providing instruction to middle and high 
school
participants about our food systems and involving them in care and cultivation 
of our
gardens.

For more information or to submit an application, please visit 
hurricaneisland.net/employment or email j...@hurricaneisland.net.

[ECOLOG-L] SUMMER ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR/RESIDENT ADVISOR-Harvard Forest

[Laurie L. Chiasson]

HARVARD FOREST – HARVARD UNIVERSITY
PETERSHAM, MASSACHUSETTS

2017 SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM IN ECOLOGY
ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR/RESIDENT ADVISOR
 (13-week position available beginning May 15, 2017)

For thirteen weeks in May-August 2017, twenty college-age students will join 
dozens of 
visiting and staff scientists at Harvard Forest in researching the effects of 
natural and 
human disturbances on forest ecosystems.  The Program Assistant works closely 
with the 
Summer Program Coordinator in organizing the various educational components to 
the 
summer program.  S/he provides information, advising, support and discipline 
required to 
create a hospitable academic work environment. 

Duties and Responsibilities (work under the supervision of the Summer Program 
Coordinator)
Assistant Program Coordinator
Assist with student arrival and orientation (May 21st– 23th)
Inform students of Harvard Forest activities, policies, and expectations
Coordinate weekly evening workshops and seminars 
Work with Summer Program Coordinator to resolve student issues
Organize Summer Student Symposium in early-August
Work on various tasks as needed to facilitate summer research program   

Resident Advisor
Responsible for day-to-day activities related to the successful operation of a 
student 
residence
Hold weekly house meetings 
Plan, organize, and direct student committees (recycling, social activities, 
etc.)
Serve as advisor to student on matters concerning community development, 
conflict 
resolution and counseling

Required Skills, Training and Experience
Excellent listening, negotiation, organizational, and problem solving skills 
Strong communication (verbal and written) and computer skills, comfortable 
using email 
and list-serves 
Capable of performing a variety of tasks simultaneously
Work independently with moderate supervision
Previous experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse population 
preferred
Must have completed undergraduate degree as of Spring 2017


Time Commitment and Compensation
Compensation is $14.25/hour for 40 hours per week for 13 weeks (May 15 to 
August 11, 
2017).  The assistant has a private room, shared office space with computer and 
access to 
Forest vehicles.  The position requires on site residence (room and board 
provided) with 
weeknight and weekend work.

Application
Please send a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references 
to the 
address below. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 
Additional 
information about Harvard Forest and the summer program is available at 
http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu.   

For questions, please contact:

Manisha V. Patel, Summer Program Coordinator
Harvard Forest  
324 N. Main Street  
Petersham, MA  01366
  hfa...@fas.harvard.edu ; http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/
  NO PHONE CALLS, please.

[ECOLOG-L] Writing Retreat in Pocono Mountains

[Sarah Princiotta]

Save the date for a spring writing retreat to be held April 21-23, 2017 at
Lacawac Sanctuary and Biological Field Station in NE PA. Retreat is open to
graduate students, post-docs, and faculty members of any science
discipline.

Cost: $225 (includes registration, lodging, and meals)

Visit http://www.lacawac.org/writing-retreat.html or contact Sarah
Princiotta (sarah.princio...@lacawac.org) for more information.

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Vegetation Monitoring Crew Leads, Ely, NV

[Patrick Hellmann]

2017 SEASONAL VEGETATION MONITORING CREW LEADS

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is currently seeking crew
leads for our vegetation monitoring crews for the upcoming 2017 field
season. Located in Ely, Nevada, the ENLC is a non-profit conservation
organization comprised of public, private, and non-profit partners dedicated
to the restoration of Western ecosystems through collaborative teamwork. The
ENLC conducts a variety of vegetation/wildlife monitoring projects
throughout Nevada and surrounding states. We are requesting applications for
a minimum of one to three (1-3) vegetation monitoring crew leads to work out
of our main office in Ely, NV. 

VEGETATION MONITORING CREW LEAD DUTIES: Crew leads’ primary responsibility
will be to oversee and aid in the collection post-fire vegetation response
data in burned areas on public lands managed by the BLM as part of the
Emergency Stabilization and Rehabilitation (ES) program. Data collected
will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of post wildfire rehabilitation
treatments. Crew leads will be responsible for driving (in company vehicles)
and hiking to sampling locations, following rigorous sampling protocols for
data collection, data quality control, data entry, and aiding in the
preparation of technical reports.

Crew leads will also be responsible for direct supervision of their
technicians, ensuring that data is being collected efficiently and
accurately, facilitating communication between their crew and the ES
Coordinator, monitoring the condition of field equipment, and maintaining
and enforcing ENLC policies and safety standards in the field.

Field work will involve driving on and navigating backcountry dirt roads,
hiking and navigating potentially long distances off trail, establishing and
monitoring plots using the BLM’s Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM)
strategy, all while camping in the backcountry for 4-8 days at a time,
sometimes in adverse weather conditions.

Other duties include data entry using the Database for Inventory,
Monitoring, and Assessment (DIMA), collection of herbarium quality plant
specimens, identifying plants to species in both a field and office setting,
communicating effectively in a small crew setting, and operating safely in
sometimes harsh and stressful field conditions.

LOCATION: Ely is centrally located in the Great Basin and offers numerous
outdoor recreation opportunities. Hiking, backpacking, rock climbing,
bouldering, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, disc golf, fishing and
hunting opportunities abound near the town of 4,200 people. Over 20 separate
BLM and USFS designated wilderness areas occur within three hours of Ely,
and several national parks, including Great Basin (60 miles), Zion, Bryce
Canyon, Yosemite, and Grand Canyon National Parks, are located within a six
hour drive. In addition to outdoor opportunities, urban centers such as Salt
Lake City and Las Vegas are only a four hour drive. For outdoor enthusiasts
and adventure seekers, Ely is a perfect place to experience.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Applicants should have graduated from a program in
biological sciences, ecology, natural resources or a related field. The
ideal applicant will have at least two years of experience in plant
identification, operation of 4WD vehicles, GPS navigation, and field work in
remote areas. Previous experience in a leadership role and experience with
the BLM’s AIM protocol is highly desired. 

Applicants will be required to hike 2-10 miles a day while carrying a pack
with field equipment, and be comfortable with truck camping in the
backcountry for up to 8 days at a time in sometimes harsh weather conditions. 

COMPENSATION: $17-$18/hour depending on experience (plus $34/day per diem
when camping)

SCHEDULE:  Positions will begin in mid-April and continue through late
August to September as needed. Work will occur on an 8-days-on/6-days-off
schedule (10-hour days).  

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and the contact information
for at least three references to Patrick Hellmann at phellm...@envlc.org.
All materials should be emailed by February 24th, 2017. 

For more information, please visit our website (http://www.envlc.org) or
email any questions to Patrick Hellmann at phellm...@envlc.org.

[ECOLOG-L] CFP - Life Discovery - Doing Science Education conference

[Teresa Mourad]

4th Life Discovery - Doing Science Biology Education Conference

October 19-21, 2017

University of Oklahoma

www.esa.org/ldc



Conference Theme - Data: Discover, Investigate, Inform

The study of organisms presents myriad forms, visualizations, and uses of data 
that stimulate new questions and engender new understanding of life on earth.  
The 4th Life Discovery - Doing Science Biology Education Conference invites 
proposals that create environments and opportunities for learners to Discover, 
Investigate and Inform with Data. We are especially interested in proposals 
that: focus on bringing research data into the classroom, present 
classroom-ready data investigation tools, and that feature large datasets 
across space and time and that address the developmental needs of learners, and 
the socioeconomic and cultural relevance of data in biology.



Join us in this exciting conference with your best ideas!  We welcome your 
proposal for a  workshop or short presentation.  DEADLINE: JANUARY 15, 2017 
(extended)



Organized By:

Life Discovery Partners | l...@esa.org | 
202-833-8773 | www.esa.org/ldc

Ecological Society of America | Botanical Society of America

Society for the Study of Evolution | Society for Economic Botany


Teresa
Teresa Mourad
Director
Education and Diversity Programs

Join the nation's largest community of professional ecologists.
Become a member: www.esa.org/join

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Vegetation Monitoring Technicians, Ely, NV

[Patrick Hellmann]

2017 SEASONAL VEGETATION MONITORING TECHNICIANS

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is currently seeking
vegetation monitoring technicians for our upcoming 2017 field season.
Located in Ely, Nevada, the ENLC is a non-profit conservation organization
comprised of public, private, and non-profit partners dedicated to the
restoration of Western ecosystems through collaborative teamwork. The ENLC
conducts a variety of vegetation/wildlife monitoring projects throughout
Nevada and surrounding states. We are requesting applications for a minimum
of four to six (4-6) vegetation monitoring technicians to work out of our
main office in Ely, NV. 

VEGETATION MONITORING TECHNICIAN DUTIES: Field technicians’ primary
responsibility will be to collect post-fire vegetation response data in
burned areas on public lands managed by the BLM as part of the Emergency
Stabilization and Rehabilitation (ES) program. Data collected will be used
to evaluate the effectiveness of post wildfire rehabilitation treatments.
Technicians will be responsible for driving (in company vehicles) and hiking
to sampling locations, following rigorous sampling protocols for data
collection, data quality control and data entry. 

Field work will involve driving on and navigating backcountry dirt roads,
hiking and navigating potentially long distances off trail, establishing and
monitoring plots using the BLM’s Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM)
strategy, all while camping in the backcountry for 4-8 days at a time,
sometimes in adverse weather conditions.

Other duties include data entry using the Database for Inventory,
Monitoring, and Assessment (DIMA), collecting herbarium quality plant
specimens, identifying plants to species in both a field and office setting,
operating 4WD vehicles, communicating effectively in a small crew setting,
and operating safely in sometimes harsh and stressful field conditions.

LOCATION: Ely is centrally located in the Great Basin and offers numerous
outdoor recreation opportunities. Hiking, backpacking, rock climbing,
bouldering, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, disc golf, fishing and
hunting opportunities abound near the town of 4,200 people. Over 20 separate
BLM and USFS designated wilderness areas occur within three hours of Ely,
and several national parks, including Great Basin (60 miles), Zion, Bryce
Canyon, Yosemite, and Grand Canyon National Parks, are located within a six
hour drive. In addition to outdoor opportunities, urban centers such as Salt
Lake City and Las Vegas are only a four hour drive. For outdoor enthusiasts
and adventure seekers, Ely is a perfect place to experience.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Applicants should have graduated from a program in
biological sciences, ecology, natural resources or a related field. The
ideal applicant will have experience in plant identification and a general
knowledge of plant taxonomy. 

Applicants should be able to hike 2-10 miles a day while carrying a pack
with field equipment, and be comfortable with truck camping in the
backcountry for up to 8 days at a time in sometimes harsh weather
conditions. Preferred applicants will be experienced with 4WD vehicles, GPS
navigation, have had a clean driving record for the past 3 years, and are
passionate about the outdoors. 

COMPENSATION: $15-$16/hour depending on experience (plus $34/day per diem
when camping)

SCHEDULE:  Positions will begin in mid-April and continue through late
August to September as needed. Work will occur on an 8-days-on/6-days-off
schedule (10-hour days).  

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and the contact information
for at least three references to Patrick Hellmann at phellm...@envlc.org.
All materials should be emailed by February 24th, 2017. 

For more information, please visit our website (http://www.envlc.org) or
email any questions to Patrick Hellmann at phellm...@envlc.org

[ECOLOG-L] Teaching - Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship

[Danny Gustafson]

The Citadel Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship

The Citadel Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship program seeks to 
increase the presence of underrepresented minority groups among its Biology 
department faculty. The Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship is a 
competitive, teaching and research appointment for post-doctoral candidates 
interested in teaching at one of America's most distinctive liberal arts 
college and joining a vibrant campus community.  Applicants qualified to teach 
an upper level Physiology course will be given special consideration.

The Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship provides a collegial 
environment to talented candidates who are dedicated to teaching future 
generations of leaders.  The Citadel's student development model thrives on 
academic, military, physical and moral-ethical challenges in the preparation of 
principled leaders.
The Citadel's LEAD Plan 2018 strategic plan focuses on developing principled 
leaders in a globalized environment, enhancing the learning environment, 
developing the student population, and improving the facilities and 
technological support for the campus. Recruiting and retaining faculty from 
diverse backgrounds is an essential part of these efforts.

About the program:
Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship is an annual appointment of a 
9-month contract.  Successful candidates may renew for up to 4 years.  Fellows 
teach three courses per semester in the first year and receive faculty 
mentoring, participate in the student leadership development curriculum, and 
dedicate time for research.  If appointed for subsequent years, the teaching 
requirement increases to four per semester.  Funds will be available to attend 
professional development conferences.  The annual salary is $50,000.

How to Apply:
Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and 
contact information for three references.  Applications are considered as 
received through February 15, 2017.
http://careers.pageuppeople.com/743/cw/en-us/#/job/495222/the-citadel-teacherscholar-visiting-faculty-fellowship-biology


About The Citadel:

The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, is noted for its 
educational reputation as well as its rich history. Founded in 1842 in 
Charleston, the college has an undergraduate student body of about 2,300 
students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Another 1,000 students 
attend The Citadel Graduate College, a civilian evening program that offers 
undergraduate, graduate, and professional courses of study.
The Citadel is best known for its Corps of Cadets, which draws students from 
across the nation and a dozen countries. The men and women in the Corps live 
and study under a classical military system that makes leadership and character 
training an essential part of the educational experience. Approximately a third 
of graduating cadets accept military commissions.
The Citadel is organized into five academic schools: Business, Education, 
Engineering, Humanities and Social Science, and Science and Mathematics. 
Because of its focus on teaching, a noteworthy graduation rate, and strong 
alumni support, The Citadel rates highly in the annual U.S. News & World Report 
college rankings, earning the distinction of top public college in the South 
for the last five consecutive years.
Small class sizes, dedicated teaching faculty, talented researchers, and 
service to the Lowcountry community are distinguishing features of the college. 
In 2015, the Carnegie Foundation recognized The Citadel campus for its Civic 
Engagement activities and programs.

About Charleston:

The Citadel campus is located on the banks of the Ashley River in peninsular 
Charleston, a colonial seaport city known for its livability, friendliness and 
resilience. Charleston's architecture, museums, forts, gardens, beaches, 
sporting events, cultural festivals and cuisine contribute to its reputation as 
a beautiful place to visit and a wonderful place to live and work.


Danny J. Gustafson, Ph.D.
Professor of Plant Molecular Ecology,
Certified Senior Ecologist (ESA),
Department of Biology,
The Citadel,
Charleston, SC 29409
(843) 953-7876
danny.gustaf...@citadel.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Looking for help identifying diatoms from south central Pennsylvania, USA

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

Dear Colleagues:

I need help identifying freshwater diatoms from south central
 Pennsylvania, USA. If you wish to recommend someone(s), please send me
his/her name and a working email to me

blayjo...@gmail.com

Gratefully,

Jorge

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[ECOLOG-L] PhD scholarship and research project available on Tasmanian devils and facial tumour disease. University of Tasmania.

[Rodrigo Hamede Ross]

PhD scholarship and research project available on Tasmanian devils and facial 
tumour disease, School of Biological Sciences - University of Tasmania, 
Australia.

BACKGROUND / AIMS
Tasmanian devils are currently listed as Endangered due to a fatal 
transmissible cancer, devil facial tumour disease (DFTD). The disease was first 
observed 20 years ago and has been described as a rare transmissible 
cancer-cell line. However, a second and independently evolved transmissible 
cancer (known as DFT2) was recently discovered in south-eastern Tasmania. This 
provides a unique opportunity to evaluate local adaptations, epidemiological 
and evolutionary dynamics between two contemporary transmissible cancers.

The project integrates disease ecology, epidemiology and evolutionary biology 
to determine how individual-scale variations in tolerance to infection across 
tumour lineages affect host survival, reproductive output and their 
consequences for epidemiological processes. The project involves large field 
and lab work components as well as analyses of existing epidemiological and 
genetic data sets. The successful candidate will participate in research 
collaborations with an international team of researchers from Universities in 
Australia, United Kingdom and United States of America.

CLOSING DATE
Applications must be sent by March 3rd 2017. Project must start by June 30th 
2017.

APPLICATION PROCESS
To express your interest please email Dr Rodrigo Hamede 
(rkham...@utas.edu.au): (1) a statement of 
research interests / background, (2) academic transcripts and scores from your 
degree and (3) a CV with a minimum of three professional references (names and 
contact information).

For full project details visit the following link
http://www.utas.edu.au/research/degrees/available-phd-projects/phd-projects/faculty-of-science-engineering-and-technology/biological-sciences/learning-to-live-with-cancer-local-adaptations-to-transmissible-tumours-in-tasmanian-devils

Please contact Dr Rodrigo Hamede for further information 
(rkham...@utas.edu.au)
School of Biological Sciences - University of Tasmania



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School of Biological Sciences  |  University of Tasmania
Private Bag 55, Hobart  |  Tasmania 7001 | Australia
Ph: +61 3 62261890 | Fax +61 3 62262745 | Mob 0428394626
E: rkham...@utas.edu.au
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