[ECOLOG-L] PhD project on rock lobster movement in marine reserves

[Teri O'Meara]

Hi all,

We have a scholarship available to support a PhD student studying the
movement of rock lobster inside and outside the Leigh marine reserve. This
is part of the Oceans of Change initiative at the University of Auckland
and the student will be working as part of a larger group of researchers
studying both the ecology and physiology of lobster, with the broader aim
of improving the management of this important species.  The project will
involve SCUBA diving so experience in scientific diving is preferred.  See
below for more information.



Regards,

Dr Nick Shears

*Rutherford Discovery Fellow*/*Senior Lecturer*

Institute of Marine Science/Department of Statistics

University of Auckland

n.she...@auckland.ac.nz

+64 9 923 3608 <+64%209-923%203608> (x83608)

Skype: nickshears

www.marine.auckland.ac.nz/people/n-shears

A PhD scholarship is available through the Institute of Marine Science to
examine the movement, habitat and resource use of rock lobster
Jasus edwardsii in New Zealand’s oldest marine reserve. Rock lobster are
one of the most valuable seafood species in New Zealand and also play an
important role as predators in coastal ecosystems. Lobster populations in
the Leigh marine reserve have declined dramatically in recent years and
this project aims to understand the cause and ecological implications of
these declines. The research will primarily involve:

-Tagging and tracking lobster inside marine reserves to assess habitat and
resource use, and exposure to fishing on the boundary.
-Field surveys to investigate environmental and anthropogenic factors that
affect the population dynamics and health of lobster.
-Field and laboratory experiments to better understand the ecological role
of lobster coastal ecosystems.

The scholarship is available to international and domestic students, and
consists of a stipend of NZ$27,000 per annum (tax-free) and University of
Auckland PhD fees. The duration of the scholarship is three years with a
possible 6 months extension. Additional funding is also available for
research expenses and conference travel. Applicants for this project should
hold a first class MSc, honours degree, or equivalent. The project will
involve SCUBA diving so the applicant must have relevant experience
in scientific diving and preferably experience operating small boats. The
PhD position will be based at the Leigh Marine Laboratory (
www.marine.auckland.ac.nz), which has extensive seawater systems for
experiments and a range of boats providing ready access to the surrounding
coast.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, academic transcripts,
contact details of two academic referees and a cover letter that states why
the candidate is interested in the position and how their qualifications
and experience make them a good fit for the proposed research. Please email
Dr Nick Shears (n.she...@auckland.ac.nz) with completed applications and
for any additional information. Closing date for applications is 28th
February 2017 with the expectation of commencement of the PhD in May 2017.

[ECOLOG-L] Position Available: Interpretation, Education and Public Outreach Intern

[Amy Gladding]

http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG=2017-ACI-013

Working collaboratively with the Grand Canyon – Parashant National
Monument, the Great Basin Institute is recruiting one intern to assist with
environmental stewardship and historical preservation by spending time
working on projects such as invasives inventory, air quality monitoring and
the production of a variety of public education materials. These projects
will assist in the creation, promotion, facilitation and improvement of the
public’s understanding of natural, historic and cultural resources
significance, as well as recreational opportunities within the Monument.

The intern will be spending the majority of time on writing and researching
scientific and historic information to be used in the Parashant National
Monument Mobile Application. Other duties will include public events and
outreach, data entry, compiling information to be used in social media and
assisting with other natural and cultural resource projects.

Compensation:
o Living Allowance: $9,520.00
o AmeriCorps Education Award*: $2,199.92
o Student Loan Forbearance**
o Paid Interest Accrual**
o Housing not provided

* AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future
educational expenses.
** On qualifying federal student loans

Timeline:  Starts February 2017 or upon availability for five months

Location: St. George, UT. The Grand Canyon – Parashant National Monument is
located in the northwest corner of Arizona, bordering Nevada to the west
and near the southern border of Utah.




Qualifications:
o Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences preferred, such as: Natural Resources
Management, Environmental Resources, Environmental Education, or related
subject;
o Experience developing and implementing environmental education and
outreach programs;
o Motivated, self-starter who is detail oriented;
o Flexibility to handle competing and changing priorities;
o Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public in a variety of
forums;
o Ability to speak English and Spanish conversationally, desirable but not
required;
o Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments;
o Possess clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license; and
o Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal
resident alien status, (2) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education
Award (limit of four in a lifetime or the equivalent of two full-time
education awards), (3) pass National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW)
and federal criminal background checks, (4) Adhere to the rules,
regulations and code of conduct as specified in the Member Service
Agreement; and (5) Will not engage in any prohibited activities as listed
in the Member Service Agreement.

How to Apply:
Please visit our employment web page to apply directly through our online
portal:
http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG=2017-ACI-013

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal
employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage
women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to
all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information &
Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against
individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the
employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or
participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose
discrimination.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Ecological Data Specialist in Reno, NV

[Amy Gladding]

http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG=2017-RAP-026

The Great Basin Institute (GBI) seeks an Ecological Data Specialist to
support training, implementation, data management and QA/QC, and reporting
for GBI-wide projects and programs. Support of ecological monitoring will
be an emphasis, and a focus will be supporting field crews implementing the
Bureau of Land Management Assessment, Inventory and Monitoring (AIM)
strategy across multiple western states.  The AIM strategy, which is based
on statistically valid sampling design, is designed to collect field data
on rangeland indicators characterizing soil, vegetative, and hydrologic
resources to inform land management decisions and conservation actions.
Depending on the location, AIM data provide information concerning
conditions of greater sage-grouse and other sensitive species habitat, herd
management areas, grazing allotments, and renewable energy mitigation
sites. AIM data also provide information concerning recreation and travel
management, minerals development, and post-fire management. AIM datasets
are extensive and include qualitative indicators, detailed field notes,
geospatial information, and data from multiple quantitative methods.
Standardization in field methods promotes comparability of data among
district, state, regional, and landscape levels. To support the maintenance
and integrity of AIM and other ecological data and to support data
management needs across GBI, we are recruiting an Ecological Data
Specialist to coordinate with GBI and agency staff and to work
collaboratively to:

• Perform and improve upon the process of advanced quality control checks
of extensive Microsoft Access and other datasets;
• Ensure that field crews remain successfully calibrated on all protocols;
• Write technical reports summarizing data for partner agencies;
• Use ArcGIS to create maps that facilitate the interpretation of AIM and
other data, maintain geodatabases, and perform spatial analyses;
• Prepare and conduct formal and informal trainings remotely and in-person
on data management, QA/QC procedures, GIS basics, and navigation using a
GPS;
• Provide technical advice to crews on sampling protocols, database use,
equipment (i.e., field tablet computers, GPS devices, software use), and
implementation of the field season;
• Attend site visits to ensure crews are collecting data accurately and
efficiently;
• Act as liaison to agency staff and other project affiliates to coordinate
current and future projects;
• Support the planning and logistics of field crews; and
• Perform additional duties, as needed.

This is predominantly an office-based position in which extended periods of
time using a computer, talking on the phone, and attending meetings are
required.

Location: Based at GBI offices in Reno, NV. The “Biggest Little City in the
World”, Reno has an estimated population of just over 230,000; the greater
Reno-Sparks metropolitan area has a population of just over 435,000. The
city sits in a high desert at ca. 4,500 feet in elevation, at the foot of
the Sierra Nevada Mountains and along the Truckee River. Weather is mild,
but with a distinct four seasons. Reno offers easy access to world-class
outdoor recreation, with a 3- to 5-hour drive to Yosemite and Death Valley
National Parks, the Pacific Ocean, and California redwood forests. Closer
to home, Nevada boasts more natural hot springs than any other state in the
country, over 150 named mountain ranges, and 30 mountain peaks over 11,000
feet. In Reno, recreation and entertainment includes eight major ski
resorts within 2 hours of the city; fishing and boating on Lake Tahoe, the
Truckee River, and Pyramid Lake; minor league baseball with the Reno Aces
(the Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks); cultural festivals
throughout the summer along the banks of the Truckee River; and a small but
growing collection of craft microbreweries and micro-distilleries. For
more, visit http://www.movoto.com/reno-nv/moving-to-reno/

Compensation:
• $38,480 annual salary, DOE
• Paid Health/ Dental Insurance
• Personal and Sick Leave Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan

Timeline: Beginning in March 2017 and renewable annually depending on
funding and performance evaluation.

Qualifications:
• Degree with coursework and field experience related to natural resource
management, ecological statistics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
botany, soil science, biology, or a related field;
• Relevant or related field experience – knowledge of and/or experience in
sagebrush and desert ecosystems of the western United States preferred;
• Special attention will be given to applicants with experience working
with the BLM and/or rangeland management agencies;
• Understanding and proficiency in QA/QC of large databases as well as
using and developing SQL queries;
• Understanding of GIS theory and application, including experience with
ArcGIS 10.x to create maps and build and maintain 

[ECOLOG-L] Summer internship opportunties at Arizona Game and Fish Department

[Brisa Daniel]

The Arizona Game and Fish Department offers paid summer internship 
opportunities in cooperation with participating college and universities. This 
is an excellent opportunity for students interested in gaining hands on 
practical work experience while working with a diverse group of professionals 
in the fields of wildlife science, biological science, wildlife management, and 
many other professions within the Department.
What is the Arizona Game and Fish Department?
The Arizona Game & Fish Department is responsible for managing Arizona's fish 
and wildlife resource as an enduring public trust. In addition, the department 
is charged with promoting safe and responsible use of watercraft and 
off-highway vehicles. Funding is provided from the sale of licenses and 
permits; watercraft registration fees; federal excise taxes on firearms, 
fishing equipment, boats, and other sporting goods; state lottery revenues; 
donations on state income tax forms; and various contracts and grants. The 
Arizona Game and Fish Commission, whose five members are appointed by the 
governor, set department policy.
Internship guidelines & overview
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking students to work during the 
summer to perform duties in the area of wildlife management. Students will 
perform duties under close supervision.  Duties may include: collecting data, 
tracking, monitoring and counting animals, computer entry, developing 
educational materials, conducting creel surveys, fish sampling, habitat 
measurement, fish stocking, hiking, camping, swimming or working varied hours.  
Fieldwork may involve long days outdoors in extreme temperatures.
Student interns are hired on a temporary basis and paid an hourly rate of 
$11.00 (returning interns at $12.00). Interns are not benefit eligible and work 
at the discretion of the appointing authority. Interns may be employed until 
they no longer meet the program requirements or the department determines that 
the work is no longer required. Assignments are typically full-time (unless 
indicated by hiring supervisor) and generally last between 8 to 12 weeks.
Eligibility requirements
* Currently enrolled in curriculum leading towards a Bachelor's or higher level 
degree on a full time basis (usually 12 semester hours) and pursuing a major in 
Wildlife Biology or closely related field applicable to the internship 
opportunity (subject to verification)
* Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
* Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above
* Ability to pass a post-offer physical exam (if applicable)
* Valid driver's license (free of restrictions, if applicable)


Application & Selection Process

*Eligible students interested in summer employment must apply through 
www.azstatejobs.gov .  Click "Search for Jobs" and 
select "Game and Fish Department" from the agency dropdown.

*Students must submit a cover letter and resume in one document when 
applying.

*Students must outline in their cover letter, by priority and by hiring 
supervisor name, the internships they choose to apply for.  Students may select 
up to five internships to apply for.

*Students must attach unofficial transcripts of college coursework.
* Resumes must be submitted to the site no later than close date.

The anticipated start date for the internships is May 22, 2017.
For additional information on the internship program, contact Milani Barron, 
Staffing Manager at (623) 236-7319 mbar...@azgfd.gov 
, or Brisa Daniel, Staffing Analyst at (623) 236-7323 
bdan...@azgfd.gov.

[ECOLOG-L] Wetland Ecology Field Technicians in Colorado

[Joanna Lemly]

The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (www.cnhp.colostate.edu) seeks 
experienced field technicians for summer field projects in wetland 
ecology. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to enhance their 
field skills working within a variety of wetlands types across the 
Colorado. One field team of 2–4 technicians (1 Lead Technician and 1–3 
Field Technicians) will be hired to work on two separate projects. Half of 
the summer will be spend working at Great Sand National Park monitoring 
wetlands at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The remainder of 
the summer will be spent ground-thruthing fen wetlands mapped along 
Colorado state and federal highways.

To view full job description, visit: 
http://www.cnhp.colostate.edu/download/documents/jobs/WetlandEcologyAnnoun
cement2017.pdf

To apply, visit: http://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/41896.

[ECOLOG-L] MS position to study fire ecology of upland oak forests

[Heather D Alexander]

MS position to study fire ecology of upland oak forests

I am seeking a highly motivated MS graduate student to join the Forest and
Fire Ecology research group in the Department of Forestry within the College
of Forest Resources at Mississippi State University (Starkville, MS). 
Research in our lab focuses on understanding forest response to changing
disturbance regimes in a variety of forest ecosystems, including
Mississippi, Kentucky, Texas, and Siberia. The student will conduct
extensive field research investigating the influence of fire on upland oak
forest regeneration and consequences of forest compositional shifts on
resource availability and forest flammability at a variety of sites,
including Bowen Farm (MS) and Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest (KY).
The student will be appointed as a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) but
will act as a teaching assistant for an undergraduate course in Dendrology
and/or Ecology during two semesters. The student also will be expected to
assist other researchers in the lab with their projects.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in forestry, ecology, biology, or a
related field. Successful candidates must demonstrate an aptitude for
research, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail,
and ability to work independently. Prior experience in fieldwork related to
forest and ecosystem ecology is highly desired. Applicants must be in
excellent physical condition and capable of working long hours outdoors
exposed to harsh weather, biting insects, and thorny vegetation. The student
must have data analysis and scientific writing experience and a strong
desire to pursue these non-field related activities. Must also possess a
current and valid driver's license.

If interested, please email to Dr. Heather Alexander
(heather.alexan...@msstate.edu)  (1) a cover letter discussing interest in
the research, qualifications, and applicable background experience; (2) a
resume/CV; and (3) unofficial transcripts. Incomplete applications will not
be considered. Details on the full application process to the MSU Graduate
School can be found at http://www.grad.msstate.edu/prospective/. Financial
support is available for two years, starting in fall 2017, and includes a
stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance. Review of applications will
begin on February 24, 2017.

[ECOLOG-L] Masters of Science in Environmental Studies program - UNC-Wilmington

[James Rotenberg]

The University of North Carolina Wilmington is currently recruiting for the
fall 2017 cohort in the Masters of Science in Environmental Studies program.
The non-thesis program is an exciting, interdisciplinary curriculum focusing
on linking classroom experience with hands-on fieldwork, culminating in a
semester-long internship/practicum with an environmentally-related
organization. Our program is both challenging and rewarding, with a high
degree of collegiality among students and faculty.
 
MS concentrations are available in:
-Coastal Management
-Environmental Conservation and Management
-Marine and Coastal Education
-Environmental Education and Interpretation

An Individualized Concentration is also available for those who wish to
design their own curriculum in conjunction with faculty.

For more information, and a link to application materials: 
http://www.uncw.edu/evs/graduate_programs.html. 
Be sure to watch our short video about the program with student
testimonials:
http://catalogue.uncw.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=40=6798=5215

For more information about UNCW, feel free to see our University’s web site:
www.uncw.edu.
 
The deadline for fall 2017 priority application is March 15, and our regular
deadline is April 15, 2017. 

For questions or additional information, please feel free to contact me. 

Best wishes,

Dr. James A. Rotenberg
Graduate Program Coordinator
email: rotenbe...@uncw.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Smithsonian Institution Resident Plant Ecologist Position

[SUBSCRIBE ECOLOG-L Anonymous]

The Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute is looking for a broadly 
trained plant ecologist to be based at the facility in Front Royal 
Virginia for 4-6 months starting in May.  The ecologist would be 
responsible for mentoring interns whose projects involve forest or old 
field plants, assist citizen scientists with identification of plant 
species found in region, and conduct surveys of established plots in 
forest and fields at the research center. The plant ecologist would also 
examine past data for patterns in management impacts on field plant 
diversity as part of collaborative team of ecologists and statisticians.  
Required demonstrated experience with field sampling of native and 
invasive plants near the Blue Ridge region of Virginia, training of 
students or volunteers, and scientific writing and data analysis. This is 
a perfect opportunity for a recently finished or near-completed master’s 
student. Stipend or contract (depending on status) of $2500 - 3000 per 
month depending on experience.   Send CV and cover letter of interest to 
scbiecol...@si.edu before February 27.

[ECOLOG-L] Job-avian research technicians Wyoming

[Chris Kirol]

Job Description
The University of Waterloo’s Natural Gas Reclamation in the Sagebrush-
Steppe Project is seeking bird research technicians to assist with avian 
point counts, monitoring greater sage-grouse fitted with GPS backpack 
trackers, nest productivity monitoring (songbirds and sage-grouse), and 
vegetation sampling. The research will be conducted in large-scale natural 
gas reclamation areas in sagebrush habitat in the Powder River Basin, 
Wyoming. The objective of this component of the research is to better 
understand the response of sagebrush obligate birds to landscape scale 
habitat reclamation. 
Lodging will be provided in Buffalo or Sheridan, Wyoming. The work term 
will be from 01 May to approx. 31 August 2017 (exact end dates are 
somewhat flexible). 

Primary Duties
•   Conducting avian point-count surveys
•   Songbird nest searching and nest productivity monitoring
•   Greater sage-grouse monitoring and tracking
•   Microhabitat vegetation sampling
•   Data entry and data proofing
•   Operating 4x4 vehicles
•   Operating ATV’s 

Work will require long hours in the field in adverse weather condition, 
working alone and hiking long distances. Technicians must be able to work 
well with others, live side-by-side with coworkers and have good 
communication skills. 

Qualifications
•Completion or enrollment in, a college/university program in wildlife 
ecology/management, biology, zoology, or other natural resource related 
fields
•Have the ability to legibly record field data and enter data into a 
computer (Excel, Word, etc.)
•Understand the use of GPS equipment and basic navigation with a compass
•Have experience conducting field work
•Be willing to work long days ( > 8 hours) in the field and often 6 day 
weeks
•Valid full driver’s license
•First Aid and CPR training
•Previous work with songbirds and/or sage-grouse is a plus
•Knowledge of songbird bird identification is a plus
•Training or previous work using telemetry or tracking animals is a plus


Compensation
Technicians will be paid $1850 USD per month and housing will be provided. 
Technicians will be responsible for their own living expenses (e.g., 
food). 

How to apply
If you are interested in joining the project and spending the summer near 
the Bighorn Mountains in Wyoming, please email a cover letter, resume, and 
at least two professional references to cki...@uwaterloo.ca. The study 
area is ~ 30 miles east of Buffalo, Wyoming. Applications will be taken 
until 10 March 2017, or until the positions are filled. You can find 
project details at http://fedylab.uwaterloo.ca/.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Field Technicians (CA)

[Marissa Goodwin]

Position Description:

We are hiring field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental 
Forest. Teakettle is a 1300 ha old-growth, mixed-conifer forest 80 km 
east of Fresno, CA at 2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada. Duties will 
include, but are not limited to mapping forest structure and shrub cover 
using a surveyor’s total station, basic tree measurements, and assisting 
visiting scientists with their projects as needed. These projects may
include: basic soils work (coring, soil moisture, etc.), small mammal 
trapping, seedling inventories, understory plant surveys, soil 
respiration measurement, microclimate data collection and tree coring. 
Desired skills include plant identification, use of a total station, 
basic knowledge of tree measurements, and previous experience working as 
a crewmember. The facilities at Teakettle are rustic due to the remote 
location of the station. The cabin has solar power, bathrooms, kitchen 
and common space; individuals will spend the summer sleeping in tents. 
The nearest town for supplies is Shaver Lake, CA, approximately a 1-hour 
drive from the field station.

The pay is $14/hr. The field season will begin in mid-June and run 
through late August 2017. Transportation to the field location is the 
responsibility of the technician.

To apply please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/

Title:  Field Research Assistant   
Posting Number:  0837551  

The application deadline is February 26, 2017.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please 
email Marissa Goodwin at mjgood...@unm.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Field Technicians (CA)

[Marissa Goodwin]

Position Description:

We are hiring field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental 
Forest. Teakettle is a 1300 ha old-growth, mixed-conifer forest 80 km 
east of Fresno, CA at 2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada. Duties will 
include, but are not limited to mapping forest structure and shrub cover 
using a surveyor’s total station, basic tree measurements, and assisting 
visiting scientists with their projects as needed. These projects may 
include: basic soils work (coring, soil moisture, etc.), small mammal 
trapping, seedling inventories, understory plant surveys, soil 
respiration measurement, microclimate data collection and tree coring. 
Desired skills include plant identification, use of a total station, 
basic knowledge of tree measurements, and previous experience working as 
a crewmember. The facilities at Teakettle are rustic due to the remote 
location of the station. The cabin has solar power, bathrooms, kitchen 
and common space; individuals will spend the summer sleeping in tents. 
The nearest town for supplies is Shaver Lake, CA, approximately a 1-hour 
drive from the field station.

The pay is $14/hr. The field season will begin in mid-June and run 
through late August 2017. Transportation to the field location is the 
responsibility of the technician.

To apply please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/

Title:  Field Research Assistant   
Posting Number:  0837551  

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please 
email Marissa Goodwin at mjgood...@unm.edu

[ECOLOG-L] 3rd International Workshop on Trait-based approaches to Ocean Life (Registration open)

[Chris Lindemann]

Workshop on trait-based approaches to ocean life 20-23rd August 2017
https://traitbased.b.uib.no/
(please forward this email to others you think might be interested)

We are pleased to announce the third Workshop on trait-based approaches 
to ocean life, taking place from lunch Sunday 20th to lunch Wednesday 
23rd of August 2017. This event is on the verge to become tradition, and 
it is the essential place to be updated on state-of-the-art in this 
field. Previous meetings (listed below) have attracted a good mix of 
empiricists and theoreticians, and covered a wide range of organisms 
from microbes to whales, with a common interest in linking key traits to 
trade-offs, biodiversity and ocean ecosystem functioning.

Invited keynotes:
Zoe Finkel:
Macromolecular and elemental composition of microalgae

Oswald Schmitz:
The evolutionary ecology of ecosystem functioning: Functional traits, 
trophic interactions, and ecosystem nutrient cycling

Helmut Hillebrand:
Trait variability and environmental heterogeneity constrain community 
composition and ecosystem processes

Frede Thingstad and Selina Våge:
Can we constrain the “everything”  in “everything is everywhere”?

The programme and themes of the workshop is to a large extent formed by 
incoming contributions from participants.
The registration form includes the possibility to propose discussions 
and break-out sessions.

The registration is now open – submit your abstract here: 
https://skjemaker.app.uib.no/view.php?id=2965389

Deadline for registration is 31st of March. The registration fee is 
6500NOK/~750USD and includes single room, all meals, and the scientific 
program (5750NOK/~670USD in shared double room). Part of the fee (1000 
NOK) needs to be paid in April, the rest directly to the hotel at the 
meeting.

The venue this year is Solstrand Hotel, pleasantly located at the shore 
of a Norwegian fjord, only 30 km from the international Bergen airport 
and a similar distance from Bergen, Norway.

Welcome to everyone interested in trait-based approaches to ocean life!

On behalf of the Scientific Steering Committee,
Øyvind Fiksen
(organizer)


-
Scientific Steering Committee:  Ken Andersen (Technical University of 
Denmark), Andrew Barton (Scripps Institution of Oceanography and 
University of California, San Diego), Stephanie Dutkiewicz 
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Tatiana Rynearson (University 
of Rhode Island), Øyvind Fiksen (Organizer, University of Bergen and 
Hjort Centre for Marine Ecosystem Dynamics), Agostino Merico (Leibniz 
Center for Tropical Marine Ecology), Nicholas Record (Bigelow Laboratory 
for Ocean Science), Chris Lindemann (University of Bergen), Jorn 
Bruggeman (Plymouth Marine Lab)

Trait-based approaches to Ocean Life:
• 1st Workshop, Copenhagen, 2013
• 2nd Workshop, New Hampshire 2015
• 3rd Workshop, Bergen, Norway 20-23 of August 2017

‘The trait-based approach to ocean life is emerging as a novel framework 
for understanding the complexity, structure, and dynamics of marine 
ecosystems, but also their broader significance. Rather than considering 
species individually, organisms are characterized by essential traits 
that capture key aspects of diversity. Trait distributions in the ocean 
emerge through evolution and natural selection, and are mediated by the 
environment, biological interactions, anthropogenic drivers, and 
organism behavior. Because trait variations within and across 
communities lead to variation in the rates of crucial ecosystem 
functions such as carbon export, this mechanistic approach sheds light 
on how variability in the environment, including climate change, impacts 
marine ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, and associated feedbacks to 
climate and society.’

From Barton & al (2016). Report on the “Trait-based approaches to ocean 
life” scoping workshop.

[ECOLOG-L] Conservation and Landscape Change Analysis -- Postdoctoral Associate Position in southwestern Georgia

[Stribling Stuber]

JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER ICHAUWAY, INC.
CONSERVATION POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center at Ichauway invites 
applications for a postdoctoral associate position within the Center’s 
Conservation Program. The candidate should have a Ph.D., or have 
completed all necessary degree requirements prior to employment, in the 
subject area of: wildlife/wildlife ecology, forestry/ forest ecology, 
landscape ecology, or a related field.  Applicants should possess an 
understanding of forest and wildlife monitoring, and a functional 
knowledge of common land management practices utilized in southeastern 
forests. Familiarity with frequent fire ecosystems is desired.

The selected individual will work with the Conservation Ecologist and 
Conservation Wildlife Biologist in completing a “change analysis” 
utilizing data from the Jones Center’s long-term monitoring program.  
Analyses will include broad and localized changes in forest type, land 
use, forest composition, forest structure, and forest growth on a 
property-wide and ecological community scale. Additional analyses will 
investigate the relationship between land management and forest resource 
change. Many of the available data sets are extensive and have been 
collected for 20 + years. Successful completion of desired analyses will 
require experience in spatial analysis and modeling, aerial photography 
interpretation, management and manipulation of large datasets/databases, 
and well developed analytical skills. Results of these analyses will 
influence future land management and facilitate an update of the 
Center’s Natural Resource Management Plan. Further, publication and 
distribution of results could potentially impact management across the 
range of the longleaf pine ecosystem. There will be opportunities to 
address questions regarding the response of wildlife communities to 
landscape level changes, and the successful candidate will potentially 
engage with Center research staff to further explore opportunities for 
collaboration and integration of existing monitoring and research data. 

Secure funding is available for this position for a term of two years 
with the possibility of extension. Compensation includes 12 months of 
salary, excellent health care benefits and a 403b retirement program. 
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 

The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center is an independent 
institution supported by the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation.  The mission 
of the Jones Center is to understand, to demonstrate and to promote 
excellence in natural resource management and conservation on the 
landscape of the southeastern Coastal Plain of the United States.  The 
Center is located at Ichauway, a 29,000-acre ecological reserve in 
southwestern Georgia.  It has over 17,000 acres of mature, fire-
maintained longleaf pine forests, more than 3,000 acres of longleaf 
plantations for restoration, and thirteen miles of frontage along the 
Flint River.  Ichauway is managed by an experienced land management 
staff for conservation, research and education objectives. The Center 
cooperates with several regional research universities, as well as 
numerous state and federal natural resource agencies, and serves as a 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) site.  More information 
can be found at www.jonesctr.org.

Review of applications will begin February 13, 2017 and continue until 
filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three 
references with contact information by email to: j...@jonesctr.org, 
Subject line:  CONSERVATION POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE. For specific 
questions contact Dr. Steve Jack, Conservation Ecologist, or Mr. Brandon 
Rutledge, Conservation Wildlife Biologist, (229)734-4706 or by email:  
steve.j...@jonesctr.org,  brandon.rutle...@jonesctr.org. The Joseph W. 
Jones Ecological Research Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative 
Action/E-Verify employer.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the 
United States.

[ECOLOG-L] Senior Lab Tech position at Florida International University

[Joel Trexler]

The Southeast Environmental Research Center at Florida International
University is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician.

I'm looking fill to a position in my laboratory to assist with our studies
of fish and macroinvertebrate communities in the Everglades. These is a
full-time position with full State of Florida benefits (insurance and
retirement).  Starting salary range: $38,000 - $45,000 depending on
qualifications.

Please contact Joel Trexler (trexl...@fiu.edu) with any questions or apply
online at http://hr.fiu.edu/ and reference job opening ID # 512969.  The
position is open now for immediate start.  I will begin screening
applications on February 24, 2017.  For more information about our lab, go
to http://www.trexlerlab.com/

The successful candidate will serve as my laboratory manager, coordinating
laboratory and field work and assisting me with data analysis and writing of
technical reports and research papers for publication.  My preferred
candidate with have an M.S. in biology or environmental science with
documentation of significant training in quantitative ecology.  Programming
in R, SAS, or both, and ArcGIS are required for this position. 

Specific duties may include:
• Organizes and executes ecological field sampling program in the
Everglades. Processes samples of fish and macro invertebrates from the
Everglades. Enters data into computer spreadsheet. Conducts statistical
analyses with computer software and assists in writing reports.
• Performs research work in outdoor settings in South Florida; wading in
Everglades habitats to collect environmental samples and specimens.
• May be expected to drive boats and travel to field sites in a helicopter.
• Revises and approves laboratory and field procedures for the processing of
fish and other biological samples from the Everglades.
• Maintains database of aquatic animal data and assures the transfer of
laboratory data to funding agencies. Participates in and supervises sample
processing, data entry, and data QA/QC.
• Applies for and maintains adherence to all research and collecting permits
and other contracting requirements. Ensures IACUC and Environmental Health
and Safety compliance.
• Works with FIU's financial software for purchasing and receiving. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of
specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that
are logically related to the position.
• Must have a car and provide for personal transportation to work at
multiple FIU campuses.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal
Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

[ECOLOG-L] Summer plant biotech positions for STUDENTS (current and recent graduates) available in South Dakota

[Symstad, Amy]

The U.S. Geological Survey Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center is
seeking applicants for a total of five biological science technician
positions (emphasis on vegetation) in the northern Great Plains.  Three
positions will work on a rangeland assessment at Badlands National Park,
and two positions will participate in research on controlling invasive
annual brome grasses in two or more parks in South Dakota and Nebraska.

Only applicants who are 18 years or older and current students or recent
graduates (graduated within 12 months of the position’s end date,
Bachelor's or Master's level) are eligible for these positions.  Children
and spouses of current USGS employees are not eligible.

Pay ranges from $15.13-$20.96/hr, with duration of positions ranging from
~3 months (late May-mid August) to ~6 months (mid April - mid October),
depending on position.  All positions are full time (40 hr/week).

For details and information on how to apply, go to

http://wfscjobs.tamu.edu/jobs/biological-science-technician-plants-south-dakota-2/

and

http://wfscjobs.tamu.edu/jobs/biological-science-technician-plants-south-dakota/


Amy Symstad
Research Ecologist
U.S. Geological Survey
Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center
Wind Cave National Park, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385, Hot Springs, SD 57747
605-745-1191
asyms...@usgs.gov

[ECOLOG-L] JOB OPPORTUNITY: 2017 SEASONAL VEGETATION MONITORING TECHNICIANS

[Steph Frederick]

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is currently seeking five 
(5) vegetation monitoring technicians for the upcoming 2017 summer field 
season to work in the Elko, NV District of the Bureau of Land Management 
(BLM). 

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. 

Elko is located in the remote, northeastern corner of Nevada. The area 
has a unique blend of Northern Basin and Range and sage brush steppe 
attributes including beautiful expanses of sagebrush flats and many 
mountain ranges available for exploring and recreating. The rugged Ruby 
Mountains lie 20 miles to the southeast of Elko and offer unique hiking, 
backpacking, climbing, fishing and camping experiences. The city of Elko 
has a lively downtown area and hosts cultural events throughout the 
summer (including the International Basque festival, rodeos and the Ruby 
Mountain Relay). 

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

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Applicants should have graduated from a program in 
biological sciences, ecology, natural resources or other field or have 
prior working experience in natural resources. Experience in plant 
identification and a general knowledge of plant taxonomy is required. 
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 Microsoft 
Excel and Access, 4WD vehicles, GPS navigation, and have had a clean 
driving record for the past 3 years.

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

SCHEDULE:  Positions in the Elko District will begin in early May and 
continue through October (start and end dates may change based on 
weather conditions and work load). 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 Steph Frederick 
sfreder...@envlc.org. Materials must be emailed by Tuesday February 28, 
2017. For more information, please visit our website 
(http://www.envlc.org) or email Steph. Please include “Vegetation 
Monitoring Technician” in the email subject line.

[ECOLOG-L] JOB OPPORTUNITY: 2017 SEASONAL INVASIVE PLANT TECHNICIANS

[Steph Frederick]

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is currently seeking 
four(4) invasive plant technicians to work in the Elko, NV 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. 

Elko is located in the remote, northeastern corner of Nevada. The area 
has a unique blend of Northern Basin and Range and sage brush steppe 
attributes including beautiful expanses of sagebrush flats and many 
mountain ranges available for exploring and recreating. The rugged Ruby 
Mountains lie 20 miles to the southeast of Elko and offer unique hiking, 
backpacking, climbing, fishing and camping experiences. The city of Elko 
has a lively downtown area and hosts cultural events throughout the 
summer (including the International Basque festival, rodeos and the Ruby 
Mountain Relay).

INVASIVE PLANT TECHNICIAN DUTIES: Field crews will work with an 
experienced crew lead while assisting in inventory and management of 
invasive plants on public lands. Inventory duties include correctly 
identifying invasive plant species and infestations, surveying, 
recording and managing data. Invasive plant control will predominantly 
consist of herbicide application and manual control (hand pulling/hand 
tools). All technicians will be responsible for driving  large, federal 
pick-ups (often towing trailers), operating ATVs and UTVs and hiking to 
treatment/inventory sites. Technicians are also required to wear 
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Some PPE (neoprene 
gloves, etc) will be provided by the BLM, but closed-toed shoes and long 
pants must be provided by applicant. 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 40 lb. backpack sprayer 
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) and ATVs/UTVs is a plus.

SALARY: $14-16/hour, depending on experience (plus $34/day per diem when 
camping)

SCHEDULE: Positions run from early May through the end of September and 
follow a 10-hour day/four-day work week. Crews will generally return to 
Elko in the evenings, though camping near a project site for 4 days at a 
time will be required for up to two pay periods.  

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and the contact 
information for at least three references to Steph Frederick 
sfreder...@envlc.org. Materials must be emailed by Tuesday February 28, 
2017. For more information, please visit our website 
(http://www.envlc.org) or email Steph. Please include “Invasive Plant 
Technician” in the email subject line. 

[ECOLOG-L] PhD-position in Plant Ecology at Stockholm University on Plants, Insects & Microbes

[Ayco Tack]

Dear colleagues,

 

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD-student to join the long-term
research on the interactions between plants, insects & microbes.

 

For more information see the project description (below) and the following
link:

http://www.su.se/english/about/vacancies/vacancies-new-list?rmpage=job
 =2550=UK

 

and don’t hesitate to contact me directly by email, 

 

My best,

 

Ayco Tack

ayco.t...@su.se  

 

 

Project description

Plants interact with a large number of insects and microorganisms, including
pests like herbivores and pathogens, and mutualists like parasitoids and
mycorrhizal fungi. In both agricultural fields and natural communities these
microbe and insect species commonly co-occur on the same plant individual.
While we know how insects interact with insects, and microbes with microbes,
interkingdom interactions among plant-associated microbes and insects have
only rarely been investigated. To fill this gap, the current project
combines experimental and molecular approaches to gain a predictive
understanding of how direct and indirect interactions among insects and
microbes structure terrestrial plant-based communities. The project can be
subdivided into two modules. The student will first explore the role of
these interactions within a community context in a multi-factorial
greenhouse experiment, focusing on the food webs surrounding the plant
Plantago lanceolata and Bistorta vivipara. Next, the student will pinpoint
the plant-mediated interactions between microbes and insects by probing the
response of the plant – in terms of gene expression and defense-related
phytohormonal pathways – to microbe, insect and simultaneous attack.

 

 

___

Ayco Tack 
Assistant professor
Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences

Stockholm University
SE-106 91 Stockholm, Sweden
Visiting address: Svante Arrhenius Väg 20A, room N420
Phone: + 46-(0)8-163959
Mobile: + 46-(0)70-4942557
  ayco.t...@su.se

  www.plantmicrobeinsect.com
  www.su.se/profiles/atack

___

 

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] Urgent need for EcoEdDL Reviewers - Middle and High school resources

[Teresa Mourad]

Dear colleagues:

EcoEdDL welcomes teaching resources for middle school - 
high school audiences and has just received a number of submissions. We are in 
urgent need of reviewers for these resources. Please sign up here by February 
17, 2017: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EcoEdPeerReviewer

Please note that you will need to have an EcoEdDL account during the sign up 
process.

Reviewers will work with Dr. Jennifer Doherty, University of Washington, 
EcoEdDL's K12 Resource Editor.

Qualifications for Peer Reviewers for Middle School and High School Teaching 
Resources

*Expertise in any field of Ecology

*Are a Ph.D. candidate or have completed Ph.D or Masters in Ecology, 
Environmental Sciences or Environmental Education or related field (e.g., 
Science Ed with Ecology emphasis in your work)

*Experience teaching in the K12 classroom or curriculum development of 
K12 materials

All reviewers should be familiar with Active Learning pedagogies such as those 
used in the Teaching Issues and Experiments in Ecology collection: 
http://tiee.esa.org/teach/teach_glossary.html
All K12 resource reviewers will need to become familiar with the Next 
Generation Science Standards (NGSS) before reviewing resources. 
http://www.nextgenscience.org/

If you are not familiar with NGSS, we can provide some guidance.

Peer Review Commitment:

*Create free EcoEdDL user account

*Peer Reviewers are invited to review up to 2 resources per year.

*On average, the review process takes 1 - 2 hours

*Ability to complete reviews within 2 weeks

Thank you for your interest and support.


Teresa Mourad
Director, Education and Diversity Programs

4th Life Discovery - Doing Science Education Conference
Data: Discover, Investigate, Inform
CFP for Education Share Fair Roundtables is now open.
www.esa.org/ldc

ESA Office of Education and Diversity 
Programs

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

[ECOLOG-L] Science Communications Internship

[Gustafson, Dan]

Smithsonian Bicoastal Science Communications Internship
Stipend: $500/week
Time: 18 weeks (April-August or May-September 2017)
Start Date: Flexible, between April 1 and May 15
Location: Edgewater, Md. and Tiburon, Calif.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Description:
Gain hands-on experience with environmental communication on both sides of 
America! The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center is seeking an intern to 
work for 18 weeks, from April through August, covering the work of SERC 
researchers in Maryland and California. The intern will start at SERC's 
Chesapeake Bay headquarters in the spring, getting training in SERC science 
communications. In the summer, the intern will travel to San Francisco Bay to 
cover the work of SERC marine biologists in California for the remaining 10 
weeks. Travel funds from Maryland to California are included.

* The intern will learn multiple facets of SERC communications, gaining 
experience in science writing, social media and Web design.

* The intern will learn to interview scientists, shadowing them in the 
field and translating complex research into smart, exciting articles.

* The intern will summarize her/his accomplishments in a public seminar 
at the end of the project period under the supervision of the communications 
coordinator.

* The intern will gain professional development by attending monthly 
meetings on the National Mall with the other Smithsonian public information 
officers.

Spring (Part I): Chesapeake Bay
The intern will spend the first eight weeks at SERC's headquarters in 
Edgewater, Md. There, the intern will interview SERC scientists in the field 
and the lab and write about their work. This first part of the internship will 
introduce the intern to the main features of SERC science communications: 
writing articles for the SERC Shorelines blog, 
preparing posts for SERC's social media and assisting in the production of 
SERC's quarterly newsletter On The Edge, under the mentorship of SERC science 
writer Kristen Minogue.
Summer (Part II): San Francisco Bay
For the final 10 weeks, the intern will work in California, with the Tiburon 
section of SERC's Marine Invasions Research 
Lab. SERC's Tiburon branch 
is hosted at the Romberg Tiburon 
Center, a marine field station of 
San Francisco State University. SERC marine biologists in Tiburon work in San 
Francisco Bay and traverse the Pacific Coast studying invasive species, oyster 
restoration and other critical conservation issues. There, the intern will 
cover the work of SERC's West Coast scientists while exploring and developing 
communication strategies within the Pacific market. During the California part 
of the internship, the intern will work under the onsite supervision of 
research ecologist Andrew Chang and correspond with Kristen Minogue via Skype.
Pre-Requisites:
Strong scientific background (natural sciences coursework; not required to be a 
science major) and skill writing about science for a nonscientific audience. 
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) required; 
familiarity with photo editing software, Wordpress and HTML a plus.
To apply:
Send a cover letter, resume with references (name, title and contact 
information) and unofficial transcript to 
sciencewritingint...@si.edu by 11:59 PST 
February 15, 2017. One to three published or unpublished writing samples 
explaining science for general readers are also essential to include for the 
application to be considered. For more information visit http://serc.si.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Internships Available - Shark Research & Conservation Program @ University of Miami

[Hammerschlag, Neil]

Dear List

The University of Miami's Shark Research & Conservation Program are seeking 
motivated students to apply for summer research internships.

Internship details and application can be found 
here:http://sharkresearch.rsmas.miami.edu/participate/summer-research-internships

Science & Conservation: The research mission of this internship will be to 
assess the ecology and biology of shark in relation to urbanization and climate 
stressors. Research activities will include shark abundance surveys, tagging 
and tracking as well as physiological sampling and associated laboratory 
analyses.

Internship opportunities: The Project provides immersive internships for 
students to gain research training and engage in scientific inquiry through 
participation with University of Miami scientists and staff. Participation 
involves scientifically sound practices and measurable outcomes in marine 
conservation biology.

Sea & Lab: Each research internship will be two weeks in duration, composed of 
both boat-based and laboratory research work at the University of Miami. The 
first week will primarily involve boat-based research and the second week will 
be primarily devoted to laboratory work.



Dates

There are two dates to choose from for the summer research internship:

Session 1  |  May 30 – June 9   Session 
2 |  June 19 – June 30

Application can be found 
here:http://sharkresearch.rsmas.miami.edu/participate/summer-research-internships


--

Neil Hammerschlag, Ph.D. 

Research Assistant Professor
Rosenstiel Marine School (RSMAS) | Abess Center (CESP)
Predator Ecology Lab | Shark Research & Conservation Program (SRC)
University of Miami

e: nhammersch...@rsmas.miami.edu
o: 305.421.4356 | c: 305.951.6577 | t: 
@DrNeilHammer

Lab Website: 
SharkTagging.com

[ECOLOG-L] Job opening: Climate scientist at UCS

[Julia Petipas]

Hello Ecologgers,

Hoping someone on this list or one of your colleagues might find this new 
opening at the Union of Concerned Scientists to be of interest.

Washington, DC
Climate Scientist, Union of Concerned Scientists
http://www.ucsusa.org/about/jobs-ucs#climscientist

Are you concerned about the new Administration and Congress' attempts to 
undermine climate science and programs in federal agencies? Do you believe 
sound science provides an essential under-pinning for effective policies to 
reduce and respond to climate change? We are seeking a PhD climate scientist to 
conduct and communicate policy-relevant research, and to support our efforts to 
defend and promote climate science and policies. The ideal candidate will have 
exceptional writing and communication skills.


Julia

Julia Petipas
Human Resources Partner
Union of Concerned Scientists |  Cambridge MA USA

The Union of Concerned Scientists puts rigorous, independent science to work to 
solve our planet's most pressing problems. Joining with citizens across the 
country, we combine technical analysis and effective advocacy to create 
innovative, practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.

www.ucsusa.org | Check out our open 
jobs and learn about our 
internships program.