[ECOLOG-L] MS Assistantship

[Mohammad Bataineh]

Hi All,

I need your help in passing the word and distributing the attached MS. 
Assistantship widely. If you know of any interested students please pass on my 
contact info. Thank you in advance.

Position #: 2018-003

M.S. Assistantship: Assessing forest health status of reforested bottomland 
hardwood

The School of Forestry & Natural Resources at the University of Arkansas at 
Monticello is seeking applicants for a M.S. Assistantship available beginning 
January 2, 2018. The assistantship is half time and carries an annual stipend 
of $15,000

Project: Wetlands provide many ecosystem services and functions including flood 
attenuation, erosion control, and wildlife habitat. As part of a 
multi-disciplinary research project, the student will evaluate current 
on-the-ground conditions of reforested wetland reserve easement stands 
established by the Natural Resource Conservation Service to restore these 
important ecosystems. The student will use existing or develop a variety of 
rapid assessment techniques including tree- and stand-health indices to 
determine how well those ecosystems meet desired ecological conditions and 
functions. Student’s thesis may focus on compositional diversity and effect of 
invasive species within these stands, compare structural heterogeneity and 
complexity among various watersheds, or focus on development of a silvicultural 
decision-support system for managing these stands. This is an opportunity to 
work closely with representatives from multiple conservation agencies to 
develop and refine management recommendations and assessment tools (including 
development of field guides) for our restored bottomland hardwood forests.

Requirements: Applicants must have a 2.7 overall undergraduate GPA or 3.0 GPA 
in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate courses and satisfactory GRE 
scores. A B.S. degree in a natural resources-related field is also required. 
Applicants must have a valid U.S. driver’s license or obtain the same within 60 
days of starting employment. Overnight travel is required as well as the 
ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Location and Facilities: The School of Forestry & Natural Resources is located 
in Monticello, Arkansas in the southeastern portion of the state. The Arkansas 
Forest Resources Center is also headquartered here, and is administered by the 
University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. The Arkansas Forest 
Resources Center is the research and extension arm for forest-based programs 
within the State. Additionally, the USFS Arkansas Forestry Sciences Lab is 
located at the School. The School and Center maintain several state-of-the-art 
laboratories (hydrology, soil, quantitative analysis, silviculture, wildlife 
ecology & management) available for graduate research and education.

Application & Additional Information: Graduate program and application 
information can be found at http://www.uamont.edu/sfnr. Applicants must be 
admitted to the University of Arkansas at Monticello and apply to the School of 
Forestry & Natural Resources before they can be considered for an 
assistantship. Applicants must submit all GRE scores, official transcripts, a 
statement of interests, and three letters of recommendation. Please indicate 
the position number above on all application materials and inquiries. For 
additional information, please contact:

Mohammad Bataineh
Phone: (870) 460-1449
Email: batai...@uamont.edu

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[ECOLOG-L] Laboratory Technician Position

[Teri O'Meara]

Laboratory Technician Position available at the Leigh Marine Laboratory in
New Zealand

Live and work in a stunning coastal town on the shores of NZs oldest Marine
Reserve
Enjoy a role with plenty of variety and autonomy
Contribute to cutting edge marine research and have a real impact

Your impact

As Laboratory Technician based at the Leigh Campus, reporting to the
Business Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day
to day laboratory operations and provide research support for the Institute
of Marine Science. You will become part of a passionate and innovative team
and proactively support undergraduates with laboratory requirements,
maintain laboratory equipment and machines and ensure safety and regulatory
requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include:

Manage the day to day operations of the laboratory with a focus on health
and safety
Ensure reliable and efficient procedures are in place for the use of
laboratory equipment
Induct and train staff and students on the use of the laboratory –
including safety, compliance and fire regulations
Provide technical support with marine research
Ensure chemicals, consumables and equipment are available
Respond to ad-hoc requests as and when required

Your background

To be successful in this role you will have proven experience managing a
laboratory and maintaining laboratory equipment, ideally holding a relevant
qualification or experience in Biochemistry or Environmental Chemistry. You
will be experienced in developing and documenting laboratory techniques and
processes and can influence others to follow regulatory requirements. You
will have a passion and interest in marine science and enjoy supporting
research that contributes to the protection and understanding of the marine
environment.

Skills and Experience:

Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
Ability to maintain chemical registers and adhere to standards
Experience with the design and running of experiments
Analytical skillset – able to analyse results and make conclusions from data
Background in Chemistry and experimental techniques
Ability to influence without authority
Computer literate – experience with Microsoft Office suite

About us

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's world-ranked university,
founded in 1883 we are New Zealand’s pre-eminent research-led institution.
The Institute of Marine Science (IMS) brings together the wide range of
expertise and facilities at The University of Auckland to work towards
improving our understanding of the marine environment. The Leigh Campus,
positioned right next to New Zealand’s oldest marine reserve (Goat Island),
offers a field research base with access to a wide range of unspoiled
marine habitats.

Why work for us?

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment
through flexible employment practices and a culture that encourages and
supports staff to reach their full potential. We offer a competitive
salary, five weeks’ annual leave per year, and over 300 different career
development courses. In addition, the University offers a company
superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, childcare and a number of
other subsidies on internal and external services. For more information
please visit: Career development and benefits.

Apply

Applications close Sunday 27 August 2017. All applications must be made
online.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of
Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe,
inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services
for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTI, equity groups, parenting support and
flexible work go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

https://www.seek.co.nz/job/34124591?type=standard=
97afc7f8ef2d95beee3ab92bd2f57d0c-9536282


https://www.opportunities.auckland.ac.nz/psp/ps/
EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?languageCd=ENG

[ECOLOG-L] Tree Canopy Conference: Green Infrastructure in the Urbanized Environment

[Morris Arboretum of The University of Pennsylvania]

Date and Location:
Friday, October 13, 2017
8:30AM - 5:00PM
Haverford College, Stokes Hall Auditorium

Green Infrastructure in the Urbanized Environment 

These are challenging times for the communities responsible for 
maintaining a healthy tree canopy. There seems to be an alarming spread 
of blights, infestations, and extreme weather affecting our trees 
resulting in a diminishing tree canopy. Leafy, arching canopies of elm, 
ash, oak, and London plane trees over our streets and parks are 
declining. As park, municipal, and college campus managers we must adapt 
and learn from other professionals who will be sharing their successful 
tree canopy strategies with us during this day-long conference.

Featured Speakers:
Jill Jonnes, author of Urban Forests: A Natural History of Trees and 
People will discuss the Americans—presidents, plant explorers, 
visionaries, citizen activists, scientists, nurserymen, and tree nerds—
who passionately promoted the greening of our cities

Jennifer Greenfeld, Assistant Commissioner for Forestry, Horticulture, 
and Natural Resources New York City Department of Parks and Precreation 
will discuss New York City’s Million Tree Program, an ambitious program 
to plant and care for 1 million new trees in 10 years

Leslie Brandt, Climate Change Specialist, from the USDA Forest Service 
will consider expanding the urban forest canopy cover and how that is a 
key strategy for reducing the impacts of climate change. Learn about a 
three-step framework for assessing urban forest vulnerability.

Andrew Schenk, Nursery Manager at Sam Brown’s Nursery will focus on 
nursery production techniques and what we can do to help establish 
nursery grown plants in the landscape.

Authors Catriona Briger, Edward S. Barnard and Morris Arboretum F. Otto 
Haas Executive Director, Paul Meyer will provide an overview of a new 
tree field guide for Philadelphia and the surrounding Delaware Valley 
and will discuss underused, successful trees that have the potential to 
increase the diversity of Philadelphia’s urban forest.

Please follow the link below for registration information:
https://online.morrisarboretum.org/canopy

[ECOLOG-L] JOB: Science Writer and Communications Specialist

[Steven Profaizer]

Position: Science Writer and Communications Specialist
Organization: Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences
Location: East Boothbay, Maine
Posting link: https://www.bigelow.org/about/careers.html#scs-2017-1

Overview:

This new position is an exciting opportunity for you to help communicate the 
wonder and 
importance of cutting-edge ocean research to non-scientific audiences.

Bigelow Laboratory is a nonprofit research institute that studies the life at 
the base of food 
webs in the ocean. Most of these organisms are microscopic in size, but they 
have a 
massive influence on the health of our oceans and our planet. Our scientists 
conduct 
research in every ocean and bring what they learn back to our state-of-the-art 
laboratory 
in East Boothbay, Maine.

In this science communications role, you would work closely with the director 
of 
communications, research staff, and advancement team to create engaging content 
in 
support of Bigelow Laboratory’s expanding communications strategies.

Excellent science writing ability, attention to detail, critical thinking, 
creativity, strong work 
ethic, and interpersonal skills will be key to success. You would report to the 
director of 
communications. Your focus would be on content creation, primarily writing. 
However, as 
the second member of a small communications team, you would need to be flexible 
and 
ready to fully apply yourself to any assigned task.

Responsibilities:

Primary: Use in-person interviews and written scientific materials to generate 
accurate, 
compelling communications for non-scientific audiences
– Write content for printed and electronic communications, such as Bigelow 
Laboratory’s 
Transect magazine, annual report, and email newsletter
– Write press releases and assist with media relations efforts
– Generate social media content and contribute to the strategy behind it
– Create and update promotional materials that help build new partnerships and 
inspire 
generous philanthropy
– Proofread and edit text, making suggestions for alignment with strategic 
messages, 
clarity, and resonance with target audiences
– Write and edit website content

Secondary: Support Bigelow Laboratory communications through a wide range of 
creative 
and administrative efforts
– Organize and run outreach and education events, such as our annual open 
house, Café 
Sci series, and occasional lab tours
– Create electronic communications, such as marketing emails and PowerPoint 
presentations, that are effective and meet established brand standards
– Create and update the design of some materials using Adobe Creative Cloud
– Conduct research in support of our communications strategy and contribute to 
its 
ongoing evolution
– Organize communications resources, create documentation, and manage supply of 
promotional items and materials
– Take and edit high-quality photos and videos

Requirements:

To be qualified for this opportunity, you must have:
– Demonstrated ability to write engaging and accurate science content for 
non-scientific 
audiences
– Two to five years of relevant work experience; however, recent master’s 
graduates with 
exceptional skills and experience will also be considered
– Excellent computer and organizational skills
– Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field

Additionally, it would be beneficial if you have:
– A great eye for graphic design
– Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Illustrator
– Significant experience with website content and design
– Demonstrated ability to take and edit high-quality photos and videos

Apply:

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is a nonprofit marine research institute 
with an 
international reputation for excellence that spans more than 40 years. This 
position is 
located at our state-of-the-art research and education campus, which sits along 
Maine’s 
stunning coastline in East Boothbay. It is a full-time, permanent position that 
offers 
competitive compensation commensurate with experience and a full benefits 
package.

If you are interested in this position and feel your experience aligns with the 
responsibilities and requirements outlined above, we strongly encourage you to 
consider 
joining our team. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and three writing 
samples you 
feel are most relevant to this position: 
https://blos.wufoo.com/forms/w1wwkouf10m98ck/

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please 
apply by 
September 5. If the position is posted on Bigelow Laboratory’s career page, we 
are still 
accepting and actively reviewing applications: 
https://www.bigelow.org/about/careers.html#scs-2017-1

Bigelow Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Dryland Hydrology, Erosion, and Restoration Post Doc

[CRS Jobs]

Dryland Hydrology, Erosion, and Restoration Post Doc

Job Description:
The post-doctoral research associate is responsible for overseeing 
erosion field measurements (wind tunnel, rain fall simulator, silt 
fences, passive dust traps, and others) at biological soil crust 
restoration experiments (Jornada Experimental Range and Hill
Air Force Range) and grazing experiments (Grand Junction, CO).
The position will be located in the USGS offices in Moab, UT. Moab is a 
small town offering a variety of outdoor adventures, and more 
information about Moab can be found at www.discovermoab.com.

This position requires expertise in field methods, lab methods, and 
modelling approaches to understanding erosion processes in dryland 
ecosystems. The incumbent will work closely with project scientists and 
USGS staff in project planning, data collection and analysis, and 
reporting results. The incumbent will have four general classes of major 
duties: 1) lead field and lab data collection, 2) implement existing 
soil erosion models, 3) data preparation and analysis, and 4)
preparation of reports & scientific papers. Field work involves heavy 
exertion; withstanding both extreme heat and potential hypothermia 
conditions; climbing; walking over rough, rocky, or uneven terrain; 
lifting and carrying equipment and supplies; long hours; driving a 4WD 
vehicle on unimproved roads.

This is a 40-hour a week appointment with flexibility to allow for 
extensive field work periods.

Salary and start date: Salary is $49,000/year. A start date of  
fall/early winter 2017 is preferred. Application: If you are interested, 
please send a CV to Nichole Barger (nichole.bar...@colorado.edu) and 
Mike Duniway (mduni...@usgs.gov).

[ECOLOG-L] Intro Biology textbooks in USA, especially eastern USA (1920's-early 1960's)?

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

Dear Colleagues:

Is there an easy way to know what were the most used Intro. Biology college
textbooks used in the USA? Can that answer be narrowed by time and/or
geographical areas?

If you have a constructive response, please feel free to email them to me at

blayjo...@gmail.com

Gratefully,

Jorge

Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD
blaypublishers.com

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

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

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[ECOLOG-L] Asst Prof in Geospatial Science - UBC

[Jennifer Williams]

The Department of Geography at The University of British Columbia (UBC),
Vancouver campus invites applications for a tenure-track position at the
rank of Assistant Professor in Geospatial Science.

We seek an individual with demonstrated research excellence at the
intersection of GIScience and the environmental sciences, with the capacity
to make significant contributions to the department’s teaching programs in
Geographical Sciences and Environment & Sustainability. The successful
candidate will be expected to maintain a world- class program of research,
publishing, graduate and undergraduate teaching, and to participate fully in
graduate and postdoctoral supervision, departmental service, events and
initiatives. The Department places a premium on innovative research, and the
ability to contribute to collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives in
GIScience, spatial data visualization, and the geospatial sciences, bridging
fields within the department and across campus. For more information
about our department, go to: http://www.geog.ubc.ca/.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or provide solid indication of imminent
completion) in the geographical, environmental or related sciences.
Post-doctoral experience would be an asset.

Applicants must apply through the UBC faculty careers website,
http://www.hr.ubc.ca/jobs/faculty.php?job_id=27303 (Job ID: 27303), and be
prepared to upload (in the following order): a cover letter or letter of
application; a curriculum vitae that lists the names and contact information
for at least three potential referees from whom confidential letters of
assessment can be obtained; a statement of current and future research
interests that highlights the innovative aspects of their work at the 
intersection of GIScience and the environmental sciences; a statement
identifying their contributions, or potential contributions, to diversity,
along with their ability to work with a culturally international student
body; a publication sample; and a statement of teaching interests along with
summary evidence of teaching effectiveness. The closing date for
applications is September 18, 2017. Only complete applications will be
considered by the search committee. Questions may be directed to the chair
of the search committee, Dr. Jamie Peck, jamie.p...@ubc.ca.

The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2018. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is subject to
final budgetary approval.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and
diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been
underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of
groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C.
Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital
or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or
Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;
however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

[ECOLOG-L] 25-29 September: Online Multivariate Course with PC-ORD

[Jeri Peck]

--
Multivariate Analysis for Community Ecologists using PC-ORD versions 6-7

One-week (4 hrs/day) live online training:

25-29 September, 10:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00 EDT daily

Data preparation, constrained ordination (WA, polar, CCA, RDA, Fuzzy Set
Ordination), free ordination (PCA, NMS), clustering, group testing (MRPP,
PerMANOVA), and association assessment tools (Mantel Test, Fourth Corner
Analysis).

More information about this course can be found at: 
http://ecosystems.psu.edu/research/labs/silviculture/pc-ord

For registration details, questions, or the mailing list, contact 
Jeri Peck at Penn State:  pe...@psu.edu
http://ecosystems.psu.edu/directory/jep26 

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[ECOLOG-L] Stable Isotope Laboratory Manager, Pittsuburgh PA

[Emily Elliott]

Dear ECOLOG community,
I wanted to bring to your attention the opening below for a Stable Isotope 
Laboratory Manager at the University of Pittsburgh .  Please forward this 
opportunity to qualified individuals.  Come work with us- we are great 
people and do interesting stuff!
Thank you!
Emily

We invite applications for a full-time Research Specialist/Laboratory 
Manager position for the Stable Isotope Laboratory for Earth and 
Environmental Science Research at the University of Pittsburgh in the 
Department of Geology & Environmental Science.  This facility currently 
houses two IsoPrime mass spectrometers (one dedicated continuous flow and 
one dedicated dual inlet instrument) and associated peripheral devices 
(Trace Gas, EuroVector TC/EA, Multi-Prep, and Gilson autosamplers).  
Primary research objectives include the application of innovative stable 
isotope tracers (N, O, C, S) of hydrological-atmospheric-biological 
interactions, and reactive nitrogen isotope tracers in environmental 
systems. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  1) the 
operation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation; 2) the training and 
supervision of students, laboratory assistants, and other users; 3) data 
reduction, maintenance of laboratory quality control and sample tracking 
databases; 4) cost center operations including external customer 
correspondence, invoicing, and reporting; and 5) oversight and assistance 
with sample preparation.  Additionally, preference will be given to 
candidates with experience conducting nitrate isotope analyses using 
the “microbial denitrifier method”. 
 
The successful candidate will have, at a minimum, a B.S. degree in 
geosciences or a related field, and 3 years experience with light stable 
isotope ratio mass spectrometers and peripherals.  Candidates with a 
graduate degree in a relevant discipline and at least 3 years experience 
with multiple preparation devices will be given preference.  Successful 
candidates will be highly motivated, attentive to detail, and possess 
excellent organizational skills.  The position is available immediately and 
will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.

It should be noted that Pittsburgh was recently named “American’s Most 
Livable City” by the Places Rated Almanac, boasts a low cost of living, a 
stunning cityscape, and is home to a number of world-class museums and a 
thriving arts scene.  The city is also located within a short drive of the 
rolling hills and forests of the Laurel Highlands and Allegheny Mountains.

To formally apply to position number 0127251, go to www.pitt.edu and click 
the “Employment” link in the left column, and then “Staff Opportunities”.
In addition, a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information 
for three references should be sent by email to Cynthia Niznik, Department 
Administrator, at niz...@pitt.edu.  Interested candidates should contact 
Dr. Emily Elliott (eelli...@pitt.edu) for further information.



Emily M. Elliott, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Geology & Environmental Science
University of Pittsburgh
502 SRCC
4107 O'Hara Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15260
 
ph:  412/624-8882
eelli...@pitt.edu
http://www.pitt.edu/~eelliott   

[ECOLOG-L] Predator-Prey Interactions Gordon Conference: Registration now open

[David Inouye]

Third Gordon Research Conference on Predator-Prey Interactions

January 28 - February 2, 2018, Ventura, California

http://www.grc.org/programs.aspx?id=16781

2018 Theme:"Scaling Across Space and Time"

Gordon Research Conferences are recognized as the “world's premier 
scientific conferences”, where leading investigators from around the 
globe meet biennially for a full week of intense discussion of the 
frontier research in their field. We have an outstanding list of 
confirmed speakers and contributors (below). Our meeting is capped at 
200 people, and filling up fast… so please register soon!


The neurobiology of responses to risk in individual prey can, when 
aggregated across a population, profoundly affect surrounding 
ecosystems. Similarly, researchers are increasingly aware of how quickly 
selection and epigenetic forces can shift prey phenotypes and alter 
future interactions with predators. In both cases, the connections 
between small-scale (within an individual or at a single point in time) 
and large-scale (across ecosystems or generations) processes illustrate 
how exploring the 'linkage map' of predator-prey interactions across 
scales can identify new fields of research and synergize the 
collaborations necessary to address them. We have targeted the most 
exciting advances in predator-prey work across multiple fields, with 
each speaker agreeing to share their latest unpublished findings. In 
order to encourage active participation from everyone at the conference, 
all attendees are strongly encouraged to present a poster on their work.


The complete program is available, along with further details concerning 
registration, at our website (http://www.grc.org/programs.aspx?id=16781).


Sessions and Confirmed Speakers

Predator-prey interactions in the field and lab

Joel Berger, Caroline Blanchard (speakers)

Jacqueline Blundell & Evan Preisser (discussion leaders)

Evolutionary underpinnings of predator-prey interactions

John Orrock, Catherine Matassa, Robyn Crook, Robby Stoks (speakers)

Sonny Bleicher (discussion leader)

Predators at the landscape level

Elizabeth Madin, Trisha Atwood, Stephanie Periquet

Shelby Rinehart (discussion leader)

Prey responses to predator cues

Ted Stankowich, Grant Brown, William Resetarits, Mark Berry

Adam Crane (discussion leader)

Neural responses to predators

Gwyneth Card, Rupshi Mitra, Cornelius Gross

Newton Canteras (discussion leader)

Neurobiology of fear

Ken Lukowiak, Arun Asok, Gal Richter-Levin, Marta Moita

Wen Han Tong (discussion leader)

Carnivores in natural and managed landscapes

Doug Smith, Justin Suraci, Mathew Crowther

Rebecca Selden (discussion leader)

Transgenerational impacts of stress

Tracy Langkilde, Michael Sheriff, Brian Dias, Regina Sullivan

Michael Clinchy (discussion leader)

Past, present, and future directions in fear and predator-prey research

James Estes, Liana Zanette

Maud Ferrari & Ajai Vyas (discussion leaders)


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Many thanks - I've posted several times to Ecolog, and never had this 
problem before! Best wishes -



Evan


--
Evan Preisser, Professor & Chair
Dept. of Biological Sciences, University of Rhode Island
9 E. Alumni Ave., Kingston RI 02881 USA
(401) 874-2120; preis...@uri.edu ; 
http://web.uri.edu/preisserlab

[ECOLOG-L] Two-year Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Urban Agriculture

[Gaston Small]

The Biology Department at the University of St. Thomas (Saint Paul, MN) invites 
applicants 
for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in urban agriculture.  This 100% 
research 
position is funded by a National Science Foundation grant for a period of two 
years, and is 
a unique opportunity to help develop a new research field.  The project focuses 
on 
quantifying rates of nutrient recycling and loss from compost application in 
urban gardens, 
and includes outreach aimed at reducing urban food insecurity.  Duties will 
include 
conducting field research and laboratory analyses, supervising teams of 
undergraduate 
researchers, analyzing and interpreting data, presenting findings at scientific 
meetings, 
and publishing results in refereed journals.  

 Candidates must have a Ph.D. in place by the date of hire.  The successful 
candidate will 
have a background in agroecology, urban ecology, soil science, hydrology, 
biogeochemistry, or a related field.  We are particularly looking for someone 
who is 
creative and thinks systematically, and who is eager to explore how urban 
agriculture can 
contribute to sustainability of urban ecosystems.  Excellent oral and written 
communication skills with documented ability to serve as a lead author in 
publishing 
manuscripts is required.  Experience mentoring undergraduate researchers is 
desired. 
 
To view details of the position and apply, go to https://staffemployment-
stthomas.icims.com/jobs/2978/postdoctoral-research-associate-%28urban-
agriculture%29/job.  Attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae.  Arrange to 
have three 
professional reference letters sent to gaston.sm...@stthomas.edu.  Review of 
applications 
will begin on September 1 and continue until the position is filled.  
Anticipated start date is 
late 2017 or early 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Extension Assistant Professor -- Sustainable Fisheries & Coastal Resilience

[Allison Roy]

Extension Assistant Professor
Sustainable Fisheries & Coastal Resilience
Gloucester Marine Station
University of Massachusetts Amherst

The Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of 
Massachusetts Amherst (http://eco.umass.edu/) seeks talented applicants 
for a permanent 12-month, non-tenure-track appointment as Extension 
Assistant Professor in Sustainable Fisheries & Coastal Resilience. This 
faculty will be based at the UMass Gloucester Marine Station in close 
proximity to North Shore communities and State, Federal and non-
governmental collaborators. Earliest appointment date is October 2, 
2017.

Candidates should understand the critical link between applied research 
and extension in fulfilling the mission of a land grant institution (see 
https://ag.umass.edu/extension-outreach). The candidate is expected to 
develop and lead outreach and extension programming in the broad fields 
of community resilience, and adaptation-related actions to mitigate 
impacts of changing fisheries and/or natural hazards in coastal 
Massachusetts communities. Examples of relevant foci include, but are 
not limited to: (1) development of sustainable harvesting practices for 
commercial fisheries stocks, (2) integration of new fisheries products 
into the supply chain, (3) socioeconomic impacts of a changing 
environment, (4) coastal conservation and habitat restoration, (5) 
adaptation to sea-level change and other climate-related impacts, (6) 
community engagement in emerging coastal issues, such as wind energy, 
and (7) improving the integration of marine science into K-12 classrooms 
through development of curricula incorporating research and modern 
technologies.

High priority will be given to the overall originality and promise of 
the candidate's work in engaging local and regional partners, rather 
than to the sub-area of specialization. We expect the candidate to help 
lead development of the UMass Gloucester Marine Research Station towards 
a vibrant multi-disciplinary research and teaching platform; develop a 
collaborative research program that meets the needs of local, state, 
federal and non-governmental organizations; and engage graduate and 
undergraduate students in projects with direct application to coastal 
and marine resource management and planning. Thus, experience in 
extension or related activities that emphasize personal relations, team-
building, inter-organizational collaboration and leadership will be 
great assets. 

Teaching responsibilities will include 2 courses per year in marine 
science and conservation focused on the candidate's area(s) of 
expertise. Successful applicants will serve, as do all other faculty, as 
a mentor to students and be expected to supervise graduate students at 
the Master's and Ph.D. levels, as well as undergraduates in the Honors 
College and the Five College Coastal and Marine Sciences Programs and 
through the development of internship opportunities.

Requirements:
Candidates should have a Masters degree with a minimum of 10 years of 
relevant professional experience or a Ph.D. degree in coastal 
environmental management, fisheries or marine sciences, or closely 
related field. The applicant's experience should demonstrate strengths 
in one or more fields related to marine fisheries, coastal hazards 
management, coastal and marine planning, climate adaptation, or marine 
science education. The position will require working with diverse local 
community officials and residents, an ability to work across 
disciplinary lines, and experience attracting external funding. 

A critical aspect of the position will be the role of liaison between 
UMass Amherst and local community partners. Thus, the candidate must 
demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication skills. 
Previous teaching and research experience at a university level is 
desirable, as is experience in boat operation and management.  There 
will be a strong preference for candidates with experiences in Extension 
and Community outreach.

About the University:
UMass Amherst is part of the Five College Consortium in the beautiful 
Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, with excellent social, cultural 
and recreational amenities in a town and rural setting. We are 2 hours 
from Boston, 3 hours from New York City, and 4.5 hours from Montreal.

The Department of Environmental Conservation hosts a vibrant, multi-
disciplinary, learning community where faculty and students are deeply 
committed to solving the complex, global challenges of environmental 
sustainability.  In addition to our well-developed teaching and research 
programs in marine fisheries, marine spatial planning, and climate 
change ecology, we have very close working relationships with the 
National Marine Fisheries Service, MA Division of Marine Fisheries, U. 
S. Geological Survey, and U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Further, the 
UMass Center for Agriculture, Food & the Environment (CAFE) is the home 
to 

[ECOLOG-L] Eco-immunologist, Assistant Professor, Tenure track, California State University, Fresno

[Paul Crosbie]

California State University, Fresno
College of Science and Mathematics
Biology
Vacancy # 13292

http://www.fresnostate.edu/csm/

Ecoimmunologist
Assistant Professor
California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus 
on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong 
learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community 
involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We 
nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the 
campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the 
University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, 
staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic 
backgrounds. For information on the University's commitment and 
dedication to creating a university known for its integrity, civility, 
equity, respect and ethical behavior, please visit: 
http://www.fresnostate.edu/academics/diversity

Available for Academic Year: 2018/2019.
Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution 
(HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving
Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community 
Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the
Advancement of Teaching. Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure 
through the University's Probationary Plan Process.
Salary placement depends upon academic preparation and professional 
experience. California State University, Fresno is a vibrant and growing 
campus. When necessary, the University may decide to make more than one
faculty appointment from a single search.

Position Summary:
The successful candidate will be broadly trained with expertise in host 
immunological response to pathogens or parasite exposure in diverse 
ecological settings and in the evolutionary biology of immune responses. 
Applicants should use integrative approaches that may include molecular, 
cellular, and physiological methods to characterize host immune 
responses, hormonal modulation of immune responses, parasite/pathogen 
manipulation of host behavior, physiology or life history evolution. 
Candidates that utilize field-based and/or laboratory-based 
investigations using non-model systems are encouraged to apply. Specific 
teaching assignments will depend on the candidate's expertise and 
departmental needs, but will include immunology and graduate courses in 
the candidate’s area of expertise. The successful candidate will be 
expected to develop a research program that involves both undergraduate 
and graduate students and pursue the external funding necessary to 
maintain a successful research effort. Faculty members are also expected 
to engage in service activities at all levels of the university and 
provide academic and professional advice to students.

Overview:
The Department of Biology features faculty with research strengths in 
molecular systematics, ecology and evolutionary biology, physiology, 
molecular genetics, cellular and developmental biology, and 
microbiology, with whom the successful candidate can collaborate. In 
addition, an ecoimmunologist with interests in the evolution of immune 
systems could develop opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations 
with chemistry, mathematics, and computer science faculty within the 
College of Science and Mathematics and other colleges within the 
University. The College also has access to the instrumentation
and resources of the Jordan Research Building including those to 
facilitate genomic studies.

Required Education:
An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in ecoimmunology, immunology, physiology, 
evolutionary biology, microbiology, or ecology (but must demonstrate 
extensive knowledge of immunology), or any relevant biological field is 
required for appointment to this tenure track position. Strong 
preference will be given to candidates with productive postdoctoral 
experience.

Required Experience:
1) Evidence of publications in scholarly journals,
2) Evidence of presentations at scholarly meetings, and/or grant 
submissions,
3) Evidence of teaching preparedness and,
4) Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with 
faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and 
socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:
1) Experience in the study of immunological responses of various 
organisms;
2) Experience teaching, advising, and working with undergraduate and 
graduate students;
3) Productive postdoctoral research or experience;
4) A publication record that is commensurate with the candidate’s 
experience; and
5) Ability to obtain national level funding for research.

Application Procedures:
Individuals interested in being considered for this position should 
submit an online application and attach the following supporting 
documents: 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV, 3) a statement of current and 
future research, 4) a statement of teaching philosophy, 5) a list of 
five references.

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor Position — Plant Field Biologist at Middlebury College

[Allen, David N.]

PLANT FIELD BIOLOGIST AT MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE. The Department of Biology invites 
applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor 
of Biology with a focus in plant field biology, beginning in fall 2018. 
Applicants should have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience or its equivalent as 
well as demonstrated commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. 
The successful candidate is expected to be able to teach at the introductory 
level (ecology and evolution), upper level plant biology, biological statistics 
and experimental design, and an upper level discipline-specific course. The 
candidate will also occasionally contribute to Middlebury’s First Year Seminar 
Program and Winter Term course offerings. The successful candidate is expected 
to establish an active research program in a supportive, research-active 
environment. Evidence of enthusiasm for evidence-based pedagogy, mentoring, and 
advising a diverse population of students is essential.

Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated 
commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity 
Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to 
foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied 
educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body. 
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications 
electronically.  Email and paper applications will not be accepted.  At 
Middlebury, we strive to make our campus a respectful, engaged community that 
embraces difference, with all the complexity and individuality each person 
brings. In your application materials we encourage you to address how your 
teaching, scholarship, mentorship and/or community service might support our 
commitment to diversity and inclusion.  Through Interfolio, submit a letter of 
application addressed to Dr. Sallie Sheldon, Plant Biologist Search Committee 
Chair, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, sample 
of scholarly work, and three confidential letters of recommendation, at least 
two of which speak to teaching ability.  More information is available at  
http://apply.interfolio.com/43057 and http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/bio.  
Applications for this position will be accepted starting on August 7, 2017, and 
all application materials must be received by October 6, 2017.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check.  
Information on our background check policy can be found here: 
http://go.middlebury.edu/backgroundchecks

[ECOLOG-L] Special journal issue - Recent Progress in River Biogeochemistry Research

[Yi-jun Xu]

Dear Colleagues,

We would like to draw your attention to a special issue of Water "Recent 
Progress in River Biogeochemistry Research" 
(http://www.mdpi.com/journal/water/special_issues/river_biogeochemistry), for 
which we are currently requesting submissions. The special issue is being 
guest-edited by

Deadline for the submission of contributions: May 31, 2018

Guest Editors:
Y. Jun Xu, Louisiana State University, USA
Laodong Guo, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA
Jerome Gaillardet, Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris, France
Houjie Wang, Ocean University of China, China

Water (IF: 1.832, http://www.mdpi.com/journal/water) is an open access journal 
and has a rapid review and publication process. All submissions will be peer 
reviewed according to Water guidelines. When submitting manuscripts, please 
choose "Recent Progress in River Biogeochemistry Research" from "Special Issue".

--
Y. Jun Xu, Ph.D.
Professor of Hydrology and Water Resources
School of Renewable Natural Resources
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
Phone: 225-578-4168; Email: y...@lsu.edu
http://www.rnr.lsu.edu/hydrology/
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Y_Xu2

[ECOLOG-L] Young conservationists are struggling to make it

[Erik Hoffner]

Hi ECOLOGgers, thought you'd be interested in this, at Mongabay we
interviewed young people trying to get a career in conservation started,
and they report that it's tough out there: "Nika Levikov swore she would
never work as a waitress again. But, today — with a master’s degree in
conservation science from Imperial College London — she’s taking orders,
delivering drinks, and cleaning tables to support herself..."

*A rich person’s profession? Young conservationists struggle to make it*


   - *Mongabay interviewed young conservationists about their experiences
   launching their careers.*
   - *Many of them related similar stories of having to reconsider their
   career choice as a result of the conservation sector’s tight job market,
   high educational and experience requirements, and often-temporary
   entry-level jobs.*
   - *To meet prospective employers’ demands for experience, many graduates
   become stuck in full-time unpaid internships or long-term volunteering.*
   - *As a result of these trends, the field of conservation may be
   hemorrhaging passionate, qualified, and innovative young people.*

https://news.mongabay.com/2017/08/a-rich-persons-profession-
young-conservationists-struggle-to-make-it/

Luckily some do make it, but it does make you wonder what the conservation
movement needs to do in order to have a vital next generation.

Erik

--

Editor and Content Strategist
Mongabay.com

[ECOLOG-L] OTS Graduate Field Courses for 2018

[Andrés Santana Mora]

Hello all,

I wanted to let you know about the courses we will be offering this coming 
winter and summer (dry  and wet season respectively in Costa Rica). I greatly 
appreciate any help distributing this information.

Field Ecology: Skills for Science and 
Beyond
Field Ecology: Skills for Science and Beyond is an intensive, four-week course 
in tropical ecology that will challenge you in every way. At its heart lie the 
highly regarded OTS "field problems", which engage students in the fast-paced 
formulation of research questions, experimental design, data collection, 
analysis, oral presentations, and written papers. Students will take away 
advanced skills in research design, data analysis, writing, science 
communication, and collaborative research.

When: Dec 28, 2017 - Jan 23, 2018
Duration: 4 weeks
Accreditation: 4  credits
Deadline: Oct 13, 2017
Language: English
Link to the course site: 
http://education.tropicalstudies.org/en/education/graduate-opportunities/programs/field-ecology-skills-for-science-and-beyond.html

Multimedia Science 
Storytelling
We believe in bringing the beautiful stories behind science/scientists to the 
world! Effective science communication achieves the goal of knowledge transfer. 
But great science communication captures the imagination and inspires. Great 
science communication takes advantage of one of the oldest human traditions - 
storytelling!

Where: OTS Stations in Costa Rica, La Selva, Las Cruces.
When: Jan 9 - Jan 20, 2018
Duration: 2 weeks
Accreditation: 2 credits
Language: English
Deadline: Oct 6, 2017
Link to the course site: 
http://education.tropicalstudies.org/en/education/graduate-opportunities/programs/multimedia-science-storytelling.html

Tropical Landscape 
Conservation
In this intensive and practical course, students will gain knowledge about 
anthropologic and natural factors, which interact to produce, restore, and 
conserve landscapes. Students will apply those concepts on real conservation 
issues, like reclamation of wetlands and unused agro-forestry areas, linking 
them with urban realms; in this process, we will interact with local 
communities, scientists, conservation officers, politicians and NGOs.

Where: OTS La Selva Research Station.
When: Jan 15 - 31, 2018
Duration: 3 weeks
Accreditation: 2 credits
Language: English
Deadline: Oct 6, 2017
Link to the course site: 
http://education.tropicalstudies.org/en/education/graduate-opportunities/programs/tropical-landscape-conservation.html

Tropical Plant 
Systematics
Offered in even-numbered years, this course emphasizes a strong conceptual 
foundation in phylogenetic systematics in an intensive field setting. The 
course travels to diverse habitats around Costa Rica, from cloud forest and 
paramo to tropical dry forest and Atlantic lowland rain forest.
Program Details

Where: OTS Stations in Costa Rica, La Selva, Las Cruces, Palo Verde. Cuerici, 
San Jose Herbaria.
When: Jun 6 - Jul 9, 2018
Duration: 5 weeks
Accreditation: 6 credits
Language: English
Deadline: February 3, 2018
Link to the course site: 
http://education.tropicalstudies.org/en/education/graduate-opportunities/programs/tropical-plant-systematics.html


Thanks,


Andres Santana, M.Sc.
Graduate Program Coordinator - Costa Rican Office
(506) 25240607 ext. 1511 - 
http://www.tropicalstudies.org
Skype: andres.santana_otscro / twitter: @ots_tropicaledu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Director - Scandinavia - Natural History Museum Oslo

[José Cerca de Oliveira]

Dear ECOLOGers,

The Natural History Museum in Oslo is looking for a research director.

The museum has about 150 employees, organized in 5 sections, and for 2017
had a total budget of 160 million NOK. Approx. 40 million NOK are related
to research projects. The research section consists of 7 research groups.

Details and contacts can be found in:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/139659/research-director

​
-- 

josecercadeoliveira.org


"There is grandeur in this view of life, (...) from so simple a
beginning endless forms most beautiful and most wonderful have been,
and are being, evolved."

   Charles Darwin, The Origin of Species (1859)



" (...) in order to bind down material nature under the inquisition of
reason, and force from her, as by torture, unequivocal answers to
prepared and preconceived questions (...) "


   Samuel Coleridge, The Friend (Series of Essays; 1812) -
Referring to scientific practices performed by  Humphry Davy.

[ECOLOG-L] graduate student openings in plant evolutionary ecology

[cdorm c]

The Shefferson lab at the University of Tokyo is recruiting graduate
students at both the MS and PhD levels with interests in plant evolutionary
ecology, for entry into the Graduate Program in Environmental Sciences
(GPES, online at http://gpes.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/) in Sept 2018. We specialize
in evolutionary demography and plant/microbial evolution, with particular
interests in rapid evolution and eco-evolutionary dynamics. We are
particularly hoping to recruit students to work on the following funded
research projects:

1)*Deep demography*: Demographic patterns are strongly influenced by
both evolutionary history and geography, but a mechanistic understanding of
these relationships is still lacking. We hope to unravel it using a number
of large-scale projects focused on herbaceous perennial plant species.

2)*Evolutionary origins of plant-microbial symbiosis*: We seek to
understand the first steps in the evolutionary process leading to the
development of widespread symbioses, such as the mycorrhiza.

3)*Eco-evolutionary impacts of individual history*: We hope to
understand how long-term experience influences evolutionary processes,
particularly at the micro-evolutionary scale.

In addition to these projects, we seek students generally interested in the
following topics:

1)Micro-evolutionary interactions between symbiosis and population
dynamics, with a focus on the mycorrhiza.

2)The micro- and macro-evolution of senescence-related life history
patterns and life history costs, with a focus on herbaceous plants and
terrestrial fungi.

3)Interactions between community structure and phylogeny at differing
timescales, with a focus on the mycorrhiza.

4)Eco-evolutionary impacts of conservation problems and associated
management.

Students applying to work in the lab may focus on these topics, or choose
other research themes in plant and microbial evolutionary ecology. Research
methods typically involve *in situ* monitoring and experimentation,
combined with modeling and analysis based in R and/or C++. We typically
work with plants and their symbiotic microbes, and students should
generally be interested in these study organisms. The Shefferson lab has
active field sites in the Japan, USA, and Estonia, and also regularly
conducts field work in China, Central America, and Western and Central
Europe.



The Shefferson lab is located within the University of Tokyo, Komaba
Campus. U Tokyo is home to some of the finest scientists in Japan,
including ecologists and evolutionary biologists, and more Nobel laureates
than you can shake a stick at. Komaba in particular has a particularly
large community of ecologists and evolutionary biologists working on
plants, animals, and fungi. The GPES program conducts all graduate
education in English, although students have the opportunity to learn
Japanese and take courses from throughout the U Tokyo curriculum. Our
campus is only 15 minutes’ walk from Shibuya, one of the most vibrant parts
of Tokyo.



Applications to join the lab MUST be received by *24 November 2017*, and
students MUST INCLUDE a current, official GRE transcript. Please note that
GRE scores are only valid for 5 years, so students with transcripts older
than this need to re-take the GRE. Applicants with high scores, high
grades, and strong recommendations will be considered for a competitive,
full-ride scholarship.



If interested, please contact me at, and please also explore the Shefferson
lab website:



E-mail：cd...@g.ecc.u-tokyo.ac.jp

HTML: www.sheffersonlab.com



-- 
New book on the Evolution of Senescence in the Tree of Life
http://tinyurl.com/SenescenceBook

---
Dr. Richard P. Shefferson
Associate Professor
Organization for Programs on Environmental Sciences
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
University of Tokyo
3-8-1 Komaba
Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8902, Japan

リチャードシェファーソン 准教授
東京大学総合文化研究科国際環境学教育機構
153-8902 東京都目黒区駒場 3-8-1 (新6号館209A号室）

E-mail:cd...@g.ecc.u-tokyo.ac.jp 
Tel: +81-3-5465-7235
Fax: +81-3-5465-7236

Web: www.sheffersonlab.com

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Lab Technician in soil microbial ecology at Colorado State University

[Matthew Wallenstein]

*Research Associate I Colorado State University *

*Wallenstein Lab*

The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory seeks an ambitious, curious, and
organized research associate to assist with soil ecology laboratory and
field work. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing a
broad range of molecular and soil ecology lab analyses. This may include,
but not be limited to, soil sieving, soil DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR,
preparing samples for Sanger and high-throughput sequencing, enzyme assays,
soil fractionation procedures, stable isotopes, preparing chemical reagents
and solutions, and preparing and analyzing samples for a suite of chemical
analyses.

The candidate will also perform greenhouse work and fieldwork, which will
include maintaining greenhouse experiments and field trials, planting,
plant care, soil sampling, and sample preservation.

To apply and view a full announcement, please visit
http://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/48756 by August 27, 2017.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final
candidates.