[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Ecological Genomics deadline extended

[Adrienne Kovach]

Postdoctoral Researcher – Ecological Genomics & Bioinformatics 
University of New Hampshire

A postdoctoral position in Ecological Genomics & Bioinformatics is available at 
the University of New Hampshire, as part of a large, collaborative NSF-funded 
EPSCoR Track-2FEC research and training program in the genomic ecology of 
coastal organisms and genome-phenome relationships in the wild. The 
postdoctoral scientist will conduct assembly of genomes and transcriptomes and 
analysis of genomic and transcriptomic data to identify signatures of selection 
and the genomic architecture of adaptation in a tidal marsh bird study system. 

The work will be conducted in Adrienne Kovach’s lab at the University of New 
Hampshire, in close collaboration with Kelley Thomas of the UNH Hubbard Center 
for Genome Studies and Benjamin King at the University of Maine. The postdoc 
will also work in collaboration with a diverse team of investigators, graduate 
students, and undergraduate students at the Universities of New Hampshire and 
Maine studying the ecological genomics and eco-evolutionary feedbacks of 
adaptation in tidal marsh birds. Because of the highly collaborative nature of 
this project, there will be opportunities for the postdoc to travel between the 
two institutions and to gain mentorship from faculty at both institutions. 

The successful candidate must have a strong background in evolutionary ecology, 
population genetics, genomics and bioinformatics, with preference to those with 
project-relevant experiences and interest (e.g., avian systems, natural 
populations, coastal systems, adaptation to environmental gradients). Desired 
computational skills include data processing in a command-line environment and 
programming in at least one scripting language (e.g., R, Python). Additional 
desired qualifications include laboratory bench skills, quantitative skills and 
excellent communication and writing skills. Consistent with our program scope, 
we are especially interested in candidates who show promise to engage 
intellectually across the diverse scales of genomes, phenomes, and 
environmental feedbacks, to advance a more integrated understanding of 
adaptation in nature. We are also seeking a candidate who will engage 
collaboratively with team members and participate in broader programmatic 
activities, including mentoring of junior researchers.  In turn, the postdoc 
will receive extensive mentoring, career development training, and professional 
opportunities, in alignment with a personal career development plan.

Preferred Start Date:  January 2019 (negotiable) 

Terms of employment:  Salary of $48,000, health insurance, and other benefits 
are included.  The position is for an initial 2-year period, with the potential 
for extension if deemed appropriate. Applicants must have completed all Ph.D. 
degree requirements prior to the start of the appointment

Application:  submit names and contact information for three references, a CV, 
and a 2-page statement of your research experience and interests.  The 
statement should further address how this position would advance your career 
goals and describe your experiences with and vision for collaborative science, 
including your commitment to diversity and inclusion.  To apply, send the 
requested materials to Dr. Adrienne Kovach at the University of New Hampshire 
at akov...@unh.edu. Review of applications will begin November 30, 2018 and 
continue on a rolling basis until position is filled.  Remote (e.g., phone or 
Zoom) and an on-campus interview and presentation will be required of 
short-listed finalists.

The University of New Hampshire and the Department of Natural Resources and the 
Environment are home to a vibrant community of productive researchers with a 
strong commitment to student success (see 
http://www.unh.edu/unhtoday/2017/03/excellence-ecology for recent accolades).  
Located in the town of Durham, UNH is a beautiful campus surrounded by forest 
and natural landscapes.  Only 30 minutes from the sea and less than 2 hours 
from the White Mountains, outdoor and other recreational activities abound, 
including right on campus. 

The University of New Hampshire is a public institution with a long-standing 
commitment to equal opportunity for all. It is an EEO/AA employer and does not 
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, 
veteran's status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital 
status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, 
its programs, services, or activities. Please contact the Affirmative Action 
and Equity Office, Thompson Hall 305, 105 Main Street, Durham, NH 03824-3547 at 
603-862-2930 (voice), TTY: (603) 862-1527 • Relay NH: 7-1-1, or 
affirmaction.equ...@unh.edu with questions or concerns. 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Spatiotemporal Scales of Phenotypic and Genomic Adaptation

[Adrienne Kovach]

Postdoctoral Researcher – Spatiotemporal Scales of Phenotypic and Genomic 
Adaptation
University of Maine

As part of a new, collaborative NSF funded EPSCoR Track-2FEC research and 
training program in the genomic ecology of coastal organisms and genome-phenome 
relationships in the wild, the University of Maine seeks to hire a postdoctoral 
researcher who will develop and conduct meta-analyses on the spatial and 
temporal scales of phenotypic and genomic evolution in the wild.  The postdoc 
will conduct meta-analyses based on existing and new evolutionary rates 
databases to understand important spatial aspects of phenotypic divergence from 
microgeographic to global scales.  This work will be conducted in the labs of 
Drs. Michael Kinnison and Brian Olsen, in collaboration with a diverse team of 
investigators, graduate students, and undergraduate students studying the 
ecological genomics and eco-evolutionary feedbacks of adaptation in tidal marsh 
birds.  Additional collaborators will include EPSCoR partners at the University 
of New Hampshire and international collaborators at McGill University (Quebec). 
 The successful candidate must have a strong background in evolutionary ecology 
and strong quantitative skills, with preference to those with demonstrated 
experience with meta-analyses or analysis and visualization of complex 
datasets.  Consistent with our program scope and to advance an integrated 
understanding of adaptation in nature, we are especially interested in 
candidates who show promise to engage intellectually across the diverse scales 
of genomes, phenomes, and environmental feedbacks.  The postdoc will be 
expected to participate in broader programmatic activities, including mentoring 
of junior researchers.  In turn, the postdoc will receive extensive mentoring, 
career development training, and professional opportunities, in alignment with 
a personal career development plan.

Start Date:  January 2019 (Negotiable)
Terms of employment:  Salary of $48,000, health insurance, and other benefits 
are included.  The position is for an initial 2-year period.  Applicants must 
have completed all Ph.D. degree requirements prior to the start of the 
appointment. 
Application:  Submit names and contact information for three references, a CV, 
and a 2-page statement of your research experience and interests.  The 
statement should address how this position would advance your career goals and 
describe your experiences with and vision for collaborative science, including 
your commitment to diversity and inclusion.  

To apply, send the requested materials to Dr. Michael Kinnison, Professor of 
Evolutionary Applications, at the University of Maine at mkinni...@maine.edu 
and Dr. Brian Olsen, Associate Professor, School of Biology and Ecology, at the 
University of Maine at brian.ol...@maine.edu.  Review of applications will 
begin November 30, 2018 and continue on a rolling basis until filled.  Remote 
(e.g., phone or Zoom) and an on-campus interview and presentation will be 
required of short-listed finalists.

The University of Maine System is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate 
on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including 
transgender status and gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, 
age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, 
education, and all other programs and activities. Please contact the Director 
of Equal Opportunity, 101 N. Stevens Hall, Orono, ME 04469 at 207-581-1226 
(voice), TTY 711 (Maine Relay System), or equal.opportun...@maine.edu with 
questions or concerns. 

[ECOLOG-L] PhD student position

[Lev Yampolsky]

A PhD position is available at East Tennessee State University to study
life-history, biochemistry, and physiology of an emerging model organism
Daphnia (Crustacea: Cladocera) in context of aging and longevity. This is
a collaborative project with Prof. Marc Kirschner's lab at Harvard Medical
School and possibilities exist for research visits and other collaborative
work with the Harvard Daphnia team. Questions to be addressed include
structural and physiological changes that accompany senescence and their
reversal during asexual oogenesis, mechanisms of caloric restriction and
epigenetic effects on longevity, and trade-offs between longevity and
other life-history parameters.

East Tennessee State University is located in a spectacular area of
Appalachian mountains which provides excellent opportunities for hiking,
boating, hunting, skiing etc. The Department of Biological sciences
consists of 17 faculty and several adjuncts with research interests
ranging from ornithology to aquatic biology to plant biochemistry and
everything in between. We strive to offer a vibrant, diverse, and
encouraging academic environment.

Position starts in the Fall of 2019; BS in biology or related field is
expected by the start date.

Please contact Lev Yampolsky  with questions about this
position and Daphnia longevity project. Apply at
https://www.etsu.edu/gradstud.

Preferred date for application is March 1, 2019, but applications will be
considered until the position is filled.




--
Lev Yampolsky

Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
East Tennessee State University
Box 70703
Johnson City TN 37614-1710
Cell 423-676-7489
Office/lab 423-439-4359
Fax423-439-5958

[ECOLOG-L] PhD positions - Energy, Environment and Society

[Jodi Brandt]

Position Title: PhD graduate students – Energy, Environment and Society

Position summary:

The Human-Environment Systems research group at Boise State University will be 
accepting a cohort of four PhD students for a team-based research project 
focused at the intersection of energy, environment and society in the western 
United States. There is an increasing demand for energy in the western US as 
population and industry grows. The overarching goal of the project is to 
identify solutions for safe and reliable energy production and delivery without 
compromising environmental integrity, ecosystem services, or societal 
well-being.  

Potential major advisors and research areas include: 

Jodi Brandt - jodibra...@boisestate.edu: How has the energy sector influenced 
land use and land cover change in the American West? Where is population growth 
and land use change most likely to occur in the future? What are optimal land 
use decisions for maximizing biodiversity and ecosystem services? 

Neil Carter - neilcar...@boisestate.edu: Assessing and spatially predicting 
impacts of energy development on wildlife across individual, population, and 
community levels. Methods for integrating information on wildlife and their 
habitats into decision-support tools, such as online dynamic maps. 

John Gardner - jgard...@boisestate.edu: How can local communication networks 
make the grid more resilient and allow for better integration of renewable and 
distributed energy resources?  What motivates individuals to alter their energy 
use to achieve broader goals?

Nancy Glenn - nancygl...@boisestate.edu: Remote sensing in both urban and rural 
environments for optimizing energy development and natural resources. 

Vicken Hillis - vickenhil...@boisestate.edu: Mechanisms of individual and 
collective decision making in the transition to renewable energy. Role of 
social identity and environmental values in the optimal siting of energy 
infrastructure. Diffusion and resilience in multiplex social-infrastructural 
networks.

Kelly Hopping - kellyhopp...@boisestate.edu: Interactions between rural 
livelihoods, ecosystems, and energy development in the context of global 
change. The role of green roofs in meeting environmental and energy goals.

In addition to their major advisor, the students will have the opportunity to 
work with other HES faculty, diverse faculty across the Boise State campus, and 
our partners in National Laboratories.

The students can use a number of approaches including, but not limited to, 
experimental manipulation, scenario or other computational modeling, remote 
sensing, Geographic Information Systems, network analysis, and stakeholder 
participation. 

Depending on the emphasis of the project, the graduate students can enter 
different programs including Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (PhD), 
Geosciences (PhD), or Computing (PhD). Funding (stipend, tuition, and health 
insurance) is available for up to four years and may be provided by both 
Research and Teaching Assistantships. 

Boise State University provides a number of benefits, including: excellent 
technical facilities; the opportunity to conduct both basic and applied 
research; work in interdisciplinary teams; access to national and international 
research and conservation networks; a vibrant region with a high quality of 
life and exciting career opportunities.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor of Science or Arts (B.S. or B.A.) in Biology, Conservation, Ecology, 
Geography, Engineering, Geosciences, or related field.
Strong quantitative skills, including proficiency using R and ArcGIS, or other 
statistical and geospatial software.
Experience and interest working in collaborative teams. 

Preferred qualifications:

•   Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology, Computer Science, Conservation, 
Ecology, Geography, Engineering, Geosciences, or related field.
Experience with biophysical models, modeling biodiversity and/or wildlife 
dynamics, and/or collecting, compiling, and analyzing large datasets.
Experience evaluating energy and infrastructure networks. 
•   Demonstrated research success through peer-reviewed publications

Application instructions:

Please submit a cover letter indicating which of the topics listed above, or 
other related topics, you would be interested in pursuing, how your experience 
and skills would enable you to be successful in a team-based, interdisciplinary 
project, and the faculty advisor you are interested in working with. Attach a 
Curriculum Vitae that includes employment history (including dates of 
employment) and three professional references with contact information, and 
transcripts (unofficial is fine). 

Required documents should be emailed to the major advisor that you are 
interested to work with. In the subject line of the email, put: PhD position - 
Energy, Environment and Society.

Boise State University embraces and welcomes diversity in its faculty, student 
body, and staff. 

[ECOLOG-L] NOMINATE YOUR STUDENT FOR THE ESA-USGS Cooperative Summer Internship Program

[Teresa Mourad]

ESA-USGS Cooperative Summer Internship 
Program
Deadline for Nominations: November 30, 2018

The Ecological Society of America is pleased to announce a partnership with the 
US Geological Survey to offer summer internships to outstanding field-trained 
undergraduate ecology majors.

The agency is seeking to create a pathway whereby students with excellent 
training in biological field methods can be nominated and apply for summer 
internships at USGS, modeled after a similar partnership with the National 
Association of Geoscience Teachers. The agency is now seeking to expand the 
program to students trained in biological or ecological field methods. The USGS 
is the science arm of the Department of the Interior. The agency has 8,000 
employees across all states and territories and mission areas in ecosystems, 
environmental health, water, and climate, as well as the traditional geologic 
areas like natural hazards, energy, geology, and minerals.

The ESA-USGS Cooperative Summer Internship Program is ready to receive 
nominations of 1 or 2 
students who have 
completed your field course or program within the past 6 months (additional 
criteria apply).

You are invited to submit information about your course or program and to 
nominate your student/s.  Your participation allows students trained in 
biological or ecological field methods to be hired by the USGS at available 
field, laboratory, or office related scientific positions throughout the 
country in 2019.  If you allow, information about your course or program will 
also be posted on our website as a service to the community- especially to 
students and parents seeking information on programs relevant to ecology.

Criteria for Eligible Students and Qualifying Field Training Courses or 
Programs Apply. Please see details at 
http://www.esa.org/nextgencareers/usgsfieldinternships

Thank you so much for your support. We look forward to your submission.



Teresa Mourad
Director, Education and Diversity Programs
Ecological Society of America

CALL FOR PROPOSALS for Education Share Fair
5th Life Discovery - Doing Science Education Conference
March 21-23, 2019
Microbiomes to Ecosystems: Evolution and Biodiversity across Scale, Space, and 
Time
www.esa.org/ldc



1990 M St NW Ste 700
Washington DC 20036
Tel: 202-833-8773 x 234 | Fax: 202-833-8775
ter...@esa.org

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate student openings

[Griffis-Kyle, Kerry]

Texas Tech University is recruiting students for an online interdisciplinary 
Professional Science Master’s Program (PSM). You can choose to specialize in 
Natural Resources Management or in Environmental Sustainability. 
https://www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool/Programs/psm/ProgramOverview.php 

Become part of the solution to our growing environmental challenges in natural 
resources and the environment for our local, regional, national, and global 
communities. This degree prepares students to help organizations better manage 
their natural resources, strive for sustainability, and to comply with 
environmental regulations. You’ll gain knowledge to recommend and implement 
practical solutions to the world’s environmental problems.

A PSM degree has been called the “MBA for scientists.” It’s an innovative 
degree designed to allow students to pursue advanced training in science, while 
simultaneously developing highly-valued business skills. A PSM degree can 
prepare students for associated science careers in business, government, or 
nonprofit organizations, where workforce needs are increasing. This 
interdisciplinary degree offers core coursework in natural resources and policy 
through the Department of Natural Resources Management, and core coursework in 
sustainability and ecology through the Department of Biological Sciences. This 
coursework is then combined with electives to tailor the degree to a student’s 
interests. These courses are taken along with a business component that 
emphasizes communication, leadership, strategic planning, marketing, and 
sustainable business practices. The program culminates in an internship or 
capstone project, so the student gains experience in applying their coursework 
in real world situations to address complex problems.

This distance program is designed to be flexible and to accommodate those with 
full time jobs looking for career advancement as well as full time students 
preparing to begin their careers. Courses can be taken entirely at a distance 
or on the Texas Tech Campus. 

Application Materials and Requirements:
• Transcripts from a 4 year undergraduate degree
• A minimum 3.0 in the last 90 credits of coursework
• Statement of interest summarizing your education, employment history, 
long-term career goals, and how this degree program will help (1-2 pg)
• GRE Scores: optional
• International students must also have a TOEFL score of 80 or above. This is 
an online program that does not require residency and therefore cannot be used 
to obtain a student visa.

Contact Dr. Kerry Griffis-Kyle if you are interested in the Natural Resources 
Track: kerry.griffis-k...@ttu.edu (email is preferred)
Contact Dr. Deborah Carr if you are interested in the Environmental 
Sustainability Track: deborah.c...@ttu.edu 

(Currently the website says we accept students in the fall semester, but we can 
be flexible about the starting semester)

[ECOLOG-L] Call for Papers- Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conference

[WCNR HDNR Pathways]

Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conference and Training
September 22nd-26th, 2019
YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park CO
sites.warnercnr.colostate.edu/pathways



Call for Papers!

It is a pleasure to invite you to the Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of 
Wildlife Conference and Training, organized by The Department of Human 
Dimensions of Natural Resources at Colorado State University and the Human 
Dimensions Branch of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The conference will 
take place at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado from September 
22nd-26th, 2019.

About the Conference
Pathways is an international conference and training program focused on 
bringing together practitioners and researchers to discuss the myriad of issues 
that arise when humans and wildlife struggle to coexist sustainably. Since its 
inaugural launch in 2008, Pathways has gained a reputation as being one of the 
leading conferences on the human dimensions of wildlife management in the 
world, regularly attracting scientists from across +30 different countries and 
practitioners from both agencies and NGOs. Now on its 8th iteration, Pathways 
will return to its flagship location in Estes Park Colorado for the 2019 
conference and training.

Special Sessions and Plenaries
We are excited to announce that the 2019 conference will include a special, 
2-hour Plenary Symposium on the hot topic of Wolf Reintroduction in Colorado. 
The following talks have been confirmed:


  *   Introducing the Idea of Wolf Reintroduction in Colorado
Speaker: Mike Phillips, Rocky Mountain Wolf Project

  *   The Other Side of the Table: Concerns with Wolf Reintroduction
  *   Lessons Learning from Working on the Ground with Ranchers on Wolf 
Management
  *   Social-Psychological Perspectives on Wolf Reintroduction
  *   Economic Perspectives on Wolf Reintroduction


Conference Theme
The overall theme for the 2019 conference and training is Transient or 
Transformative: Does Human Dimensions Matter? With this theme we hope to take 
reflective step back to assess where Human Dimensions stands in its integration 
into management policy, whether we have achieved our desired goals…and if 
not—how do we?

Topics of Interest
Special consideration will be given to abstracts concerning the following 
topics of interest:


  *   Predator Control
  *   Trophy Hunting
  *   Wolf Reintroduction

Other topics of interest include:


  *   The Impact of Human Dimensions in Wildlife Management
  *   Social Science Integration into Conservation Management
  *   Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Re-Engagement
  *   Managing Stakeholder Expectations and Engagement Process
  *   Human Dimensions Communication and Education
  *   Managing Human-Wildlife Conflict
  *   Managing Endangered Species
  *   Coupled Socio-Ecological Systems
  *   Institutional, Governance and Legal Requirements for Human-Wildlife 
Coexistence and Management of Recreational Fisheries

Guide for Authors
The deadline to submit Organized Sessions/Symposia (90 and 120-minute format) 
is February 15th. The deadline to submit Individual Abstracts and Posters is 
March 15th, 2019. Authors are limited to one submission, though can be listed 
as a non-presenting co-author on an unlimited number of other submissions. The 
word limit per abstract is <300 words.

To submit your abstract, please click on the following link:
https://pathways2019.exordo.com

Important Dates
Organized Session Deadline: February 15th, 2019
Individual Abstract/Poster Deadline: March 15th, 2019
Notification of Acceptance: May 1st, 2019
Deadline for Final Submission of Revised Papers: May 22nd, 2019

Organizing Committee
Conference Co-Chairs—
Michael J. Manfredo
Professor and Head, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Colorado State University

Jerry Vaske
Professor, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Colorado State University

Natalie Sexton
Human Dimensions Branch Chief
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
National Wildlife Refuge System
Natural Resource Program Center

Conference Director—
Claire M. Nitsche
Event Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Colorado State University

Conference Organizer—
Wesley White
Communications Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of 
Natural Resources
Colorado State University

For any enquires regarding the program, please contact 
claire.nits...@colostate.edu.
For all general inquiries, please contact 
wcnr_hdnr_pathw...@mail.colostate.edu.

We look forward to seeing you at the Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of 
Wildlife Conference and Training Program!


Best Regards,

Claire M. Nitsche
Conference Director, Pathways 2019
Event Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Colorado State University

[ECOLOG-L] Waterbird Internships (3) at San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory

[Max Tarjan]

The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is seeking three interns to 
assist with waterbird projects. Two full-time Waterbird Interns will assist 
with waterbird field studies.  One part-time Colonial Waterbird Intern will 
assist with the Colonial Waterbird Project. Please see below for details of 
each position.

WATERBIRD INTERNSHIPS (2)

The two waterbird internships will begin in January 2019 with a 3-month 
commitment with the possibility for extension depending on project availability 
and intern performance.  The internships will be based in Milpitas, CA.  The 
interns will receive training and mentorship from SFBBO staff and will develop 
their skills in waterbird survey techniques and data management. The interns 
will be assisting with surveys at managed ponds in support of the South Bay 
Salt Pond Restoration Project (www.southbayrestoration.org). The interns may 
assist with additional projects in the Waterbird Program, including SFBBO’s 
California Gull Research and Monitoring, Colonial Waterbird Nest Monitoring, 
and Avian Disease Prevention programs 
(https://www.sfbbo.org/avian-science.html). 

Key Responsibilities:
•   Conduct waterbird surveys and water quality sampling at South Bay ponds 
•   Conduct gull counts and behavioral survey at local landfills
•   Work with SFBBO staff, partner agencies, and volunteers to coordinate 
field work
•   Enter, proof, and manage data collected
•   Assist with equipment maintenance and other SFBBO projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:
•   Coursework toward a degree in biology, ecology, or related field
•   Familiarity with waterbird species of the San Francisco Bay (including 
shorebirds, waterfowl and gulls)
•   Good physical condition and enthusiasm for long days in the field
•   Willingness to tolerate harsh field conditions (mud, sun, dust, salt 
spray)
•   Willingness to work irregular hours including early mornings, evenings 
and some weekends
•   Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail
•   Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable personal 
vehicle
•   Ability to navigate and orient using maps 
•   Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•   Effective oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
•   Recently completed BA/BS in biology, ecology, or related field 
•   Excellent waterbird identification skills
•   Off-road driving experience (SFBBO truck provided for off-road driving)
•   Solid computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Access and 
Excel
•   Experience conducting field work in the San Francisco Bay

Compensation:   Applicants should be students or recent graduates (within the 
last year) with a degree in wildlife biology, environmental science or a 
related field.  This is a full-time internship position.  A stipend of 
$125/week will be provided.  Shared housing may be available at the Don Edwards 
San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Fremont, CA for non-residents.  
An SFBBO vehicle or reimbursement for use of a personal vehicle will be 
available for pre-approved, work-related travel.  SFBBO will provide most field 
gear, including a spotting scope.


COLONIAL WATERBIRD INTERNSHIP (1)

The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is seeking a part-time intern to 
assist with the Colonial Waterbird Project.  The internship will begin January 
1, 2019 and extend through August 31, 2019.  The internship will be based in 
Milpitas, CA, although many tasks can be completed remotely.  The intern will 
receive training and mentorship from SFBBO staff and will develop their skills 
in data management, volunteer management, and waterbird survey techniques. The 
intern’s primary role will be managing volunteers, data entry, and maintaining 
a database for the Colonial Waterbird Monitoring Project, a citizen science 
project. The intern may also assist with SFBBO’s California Gull Research and 
Monitoring and Avian Disease Prevention programs 
(https://www.sfbbo.org/avian-science.html). 

Key Responsibilities:
•   Manage volunteer site assignments and respond to inquiries
•   Enter, proof, and manage colonial waterbird data collected by citizen 
scientists
•   Prepare short summary reports of colonial waterbird data for local 
organizations
•   Prepare training materials for citizen scientists and plan or 
participate in outreach events
•   Conduct gull counts in the field during breeding season
•   Assist with surveys to collect dead, diseased, and injured birds in 
South Bay sloughs as part of an effort to prevent avian botulism outbreaks
•   Work with SFBBO staff, partner agencies, and volunteers to coordinate 
field work
•   Assist with other SFBBO projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:
•   Coursework toward a degree in biology, ecology, or related field
•   Solid computer skills and experience with 

[ECOLOG-L] Please help make fieldwork safer for Ecologists

[David Anderson]

Ecologgers,

We kindly ask for a few minutes of your time to answer a simple survey that
is part of a larger effort to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity
of ecological field workers, while helping us learn more about the natural
world. The survey will take just a few minutes to complete. This is an
international effort, with the survey available in English, Spanish,
French, and Portuguese, and being shared throughout the world. Your help
would be greatly appreciated. The survey closes on Tuesday, November 20,
and if you have already taken the survey, please disregard this email.

Many thanks for your input,

David L. Anderson
The Peregrine Fund & Boise State University

Link to survey:
https://boisestate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0VA85tnGiMS7akd

[ECOLOG-L] AmeriCorps Restoration Team Members Wanted in Northern Nevada

[Amy Gladding]

POSITION TITLE: AmeriCorps Restoration Team Member
STATUS: Half Time, 900-hour term from February 19, 2018 to August 22, 2019
NUMBER OF POSITINS AVAILABLE: 20
REPORTS TO: AmeriCorps Program Manager
POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None
LOCATION: Yerington, NV

BACKGROUND: Established in 2014, the Walker Basin Conservancy (WBC) is leading 
the effort to restore and maintain Walker Lake while protecting agricultural, 
environmental and recreational interests in the Walker Basin 
(www.walkerbasin.org). The nascent and dynamic 
nature of the WBC and its diverse management obligations provide unique 
opportunities to develop operations from the ground level up, working closely 
with staff who are passionate about their mission.
The WBC currently manages thousands of acres of land and assets on multiple 
properties in the Walker Basin.  Land planning activities are underway and 
focus on assessing public use opportunities, conservation values, long term 
land ownership and stewardship, active and passive revegetation and restoration 
activities.
JOB PURPOSE: The Restoration Team Members will serve alongside other members 
and WBC Conservation Technicians conducting primarily invasive species removal 
and native plant re-vegetation within the Walker River Basin. Members may also 
work on recreational trail construction, sign installation, and fence 
construction. Members will work in conjunction with other WBC field staff, 
providing on the ground support to larger project operations.
A working knowledge of, or a desire to learn more about, desert plant ecology 
and ecological restoration, nursery or horticultural practices, or agricultural 
systems and irrigation equipment is essential. The Restoration Team Members 
should also have a sincere interest in expanding their knowledge of Great Basin 
Desert ecology, restoration practices, the flora and fauna of Nevada, and 
agricultural methods and equipment.

Members will serve in an outdoor setting and will sometimes be required to camp 
in the field for the duration of the tour. Camping will generally be in areas 
with at least primitive road access for crew vehicles, but the camping sites 
will usually be undeveloped backcountry sites. Both camp and project sites will 
generally not have access to potable water, restroom facilities, or cellphone 
signals, and members will be expected to follow Leave No Trace principals in 
camp and on project. Project work will frequently require hiking over rough 
terrain while carrying tools and equipment.

LOCATION: Yerington, Nevada is a beautiful rural farming community located 
approximately 95 miles south of Reno, NV in the foothills of the eastern Sierra 
mountains. Yerington is small but growing with about 3,100 residents. 
Established in 1907, the city has heritage and deep roots in agriculture, 
mining, railroads, and gaming. Some of the nearby attractions, activities and 
recreational opportunities include:

  *   Camping, biking, hiking, backpacking
  *   Fishing, hunting and boating and OHV trails
  *   Flat and white-water boating (1 hour away)
  *   Rock Hounding and climbing
  *   Ghost Town Exploration
  *   Ski Resorts (1.5-2 hours away)
  *   Lake Tahoe (1.5 hours away)
  *   Lahontan Reservoir (30 minutes away)
  *   Walker Lake (45 minutes away)
  *   Topaz Reservoir (45 minutes away)

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Primary Functions:

* Under the guidance of a WBC Technician, utilizing hand tools, 
backpack sprayers, and ATV mounted sprayers to conduct invasive plant removal 
and control.

* Under the guidance of a WBC Technician, utilizing hand and power 
tools to conduct native plant re-vegetation and restoration.

* Under the guidance of a WBC Technician, utilizing hand and power 
tools to conduct road decommissioning, recreation trail construction, and 
sign/fence installation.

* Communicating effectively and professionally with other members, WBC 
staff, agency partners, and the public.
Secondary Functions:

* Assisting with the management and supervision of community volunteers 
on WBC conservation projects.

* Uploading field data into databases and compiling reports to inform 
future management plans.

* Assisting with the inventory, maintenance, and repair of WBC tools 
and equipment.

Qualifications

  *   Willingness and ability to work outside in unpredictable weather 
conditions, including extreme temperatures, independently or as part of a team.
  *   Willingness and ability to camp in undeveloped, primitive conditions for 
multiple days.
  *   Willingness and ability to work irregular hours, such as starting early 
or working more days with shorter hours, in accordance with project specific 
requirements and conditions.
  *   Ability to bend and crouch for long periods of time and occasionally lift 
heavy loads or equipment.
  *   Ability to uses hand and power tools, operate motor vehicles, and 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: faculty position in sustainable agriculture

[David Inouye]

We are hiring for an assistant prof position in “sustainable agriculture”

Here is the link to the posting:

https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/91423 



Mary Barbercheck
516 ASI Building
Department of Entomology
Penn State University
University Park, PA 1680! 2
Tel. (814) 863-2982
FAX (814) 865-3048
me...@psu.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Opportunity: Ecophysiology of plant invasions

[Alex Ebert]

2019 Postdoctoral Opportunity: Ecophysiology of plant invasions

We seek a postdoctoral associate for an NSF-supported project comparing leaf 
function in native and invasive plant populations in the Eastern U.S., France, 
and Japan. Specific research objectives of the postdoc involve field gas 
exchange measurements and lab chemical analysis for populations in northern 
Japan, including two field seasons of residency in Sendai (2019, 2020). 
Off-season lab assays will be conducted in Syracuse, NY. The project includes 
mentoring and collaborative opportunities with students and faculty in Amiens, 
France, in addition to those at Syracuse and Sendai. 

The position is available as early as April 2019, and includes two years of 
salary support (annual minimum $47,476), including full benefits. A PhD in 
ecology, plant biology, or related discipline is required. Preferred 
qualifications include: 1) evidence of strong quantitative and writing skills; 
2) experience with leaf gas exchange measurements and chemical analyses; 3) 
relevant field experience and taxonomic skills. 

To apply: Online applications are accepted until January 31, 2019 at 
http://www.sujobopps.com/postings/76567, including a letter of interest, 
curriculum vitae and the names and full contact information of three potential 
references. For additional information contact Jason at frid...@syr.edu.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Pollinator Ecology Postdoctoral Scholar, Research Associate

[David Inouye]

Link to Job on Job Website: https://psu.jobs/job/84238
Job Title: Pollinator Ecology Postdoctoral Scholar, Research Associate
Department: Entomology

Announce Start Date: 11/16/2018
Please submit applications by Dec 20, 2018 for full consideration

Penn State’s Department of Entomology and Center for Pollinator Research 
seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar, Research Associate to contribute to a 
USDA-NIFA-AFRI and Foundation for Food and Agricultural Research funded 
project to model the effect of land use pattern, environmental 
conditions, and management practices on honey bee and wild bee health. 
The selected Associate will work with collaborators who are developing 
longitudinal data sets of honey bee colony weight (obtained from 
automated scales), parasite levels, overwintering survival, as well as 
wild bee abundance and diversity, and will have the opportunity to 
develop new data sets through field studies and/or citizen science 
partnerships. The Associate will also work closely with collaborators at 
University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment and with a 
software company designing a decision support tool. Responsibilities 
include quantifying landscape-level variation in land management 
practices and environmental conditions and evaluating how these impact 
managed and wild bee health metrics, in the context of different bee 
management practices. We envision that the Postdoc will develop 
process-based or statistical modeling approaches that integrate 
landscape and bee management practice that can inform a decision support 
tool that the research team is developing for beekeepers and wild bee 
conservationists. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent 
doctorate in an appropriate field and be able to provide evidence that 
all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. prior to the 
effective date of hire. The candidate should have excellent written and 
oral communication skills, the ability to collaborate with and 
coordinate the efforts of a large team of researchers from different 
institutions, and a track record of publishing his/her work in 
scientific journals and presenting to broad audiences. The candidate 
should also have strong quantitative and computational skills, knowledge 
of spatial datasets and competence in R, Matlab, python or similar 
statistical and modeling languages. Experience with multivariate 
modeling, machine learning, and time series modeling is also desirable. 
It is preferred, but not essential that the candidate have experience 
with managed and/or wild bee ecology and preference will be given to 
candidates with a Ph.D. in Entomology, Ecology, or related field. 
Candidates should submit their applications by December 20, 2018 for 
full consideration. Applications, including cover letter, CV, and 
contact information for three references, should be submitted. Review of 
applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position 
is filled. The position will begin in February 2019. This is a fixed 
term appointment, funded for one one-year from date of hire, with 
excellent possibility of refunding. For more information, please contact 
Christina Grozinger, Distinguished Professor of Entomology and Director 
of the Center for Pollinator Research, Penn State University, 
cm...@psu.edu .

[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Student Position (PhD): Beneficial insects and ecosystem services,in agricultural landscapes

[David Inouye]

*Graduate Student Position (PhD): Beneficial insects and ecosystem services
in agricultural landscapes*

A PhD level position is available in the Department of Entomology,
University of Manitoba. Students with interests in beneficial insects,
landscape ecology, and/or ecosystem services are encouraged to apply. The
successful applicant will lead a project studying the effects of flowering
cover crops and/or perennial flowering habitat on beneficial insects,
pollination and biological control in organic farming systems.

The successful applicant will have a strong background in entomology, plant
science, and/or agroecology. The student will work closely with a team of
entomologists and plant scientists at the University of Manitoba. Primary
supervision will be in the Gibbs and Costamagna Labs in the Department of
Entomology. The Gibbs Lab’s research focus is in wild bee ecology and
systematics and the Costamagna Lab has expertise in landscape ecology and
predator-prey interactions.

*Qualifications. *Masters’ degree  in Entomology, Ecology, or related
field. Direct entry from a Bachelor’s will be considered for students of
exceptional academic ability and experience in field ecology, agriculture,
insect identification, flowering plants, and/or GIS. Valid driver’s license
is required.

*Anticipated start date: *January/May, 2019

*To apply: *Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae
and contact information for three references to:

Dr. Jason Gibbs, jason.gi...@umanitoba.ca 


The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity
within its community and especially welcomes applications from women,
racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous peoples, persons with
disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others
who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and
permanent residents will be given priority.





Jason Gibbs, PhD

Assistant Professor

Curator, J. B. Wallis / R. E. Roughley Museum of Entomology

Department of Entomology

University of Manitoba

12 Dafoe Road

Entomology Bldg. Rm. 213

Winnipeg, MB, Canada

R3T 2N2

[ECOLOG-L] 2019 AIBS Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award

[David Inouye]

*Call for Applications:
2019 AIBS Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award*

Please share this announcement with interested graduate students
Each year, the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) 
recognizes graduate students in the biological sciences who are 
demonstrating an interest and aptitude for working at the intersection 
of science and policy.


Recipients of the AIBS Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award receive:

 * *A trip to Washington, DC*, to participate in the AIBS Congressional
   Visits Day, an annual event where scientists meet with lawmakers to
   advocate for federal investment in the biological sciences, with a
   primary focus on the National Science Foundation. The event will be
   held on March 18-20, 2019. Domestic travel and hotel expenses are
   paid for the winners.
 * *Policy and communications training*, including information on the
   legislative process and trends in federal science funding, and how
   to engage with policymakers and the news media.
 * *Meetings with lawmakers* to discuss the importance of federal
   investment in the biological sciences.
 * *A one-year AIBS membership*, including a subscription to the
   journal /BioScience/ and a copy of "Communicating Science: A Primer
   for Working with the Media."

The 2019 award is open to U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents 
enrolled in a graduate degree program in the biological sciences, 
science education, or a closely allied field. Applicants should have a 
demonstrated interest in and commitment to science policy and/or science 
education policy. Prior recipients, including Honorable Mentions, are 
not eligible for the award.



The deadline to apply is January 14, 2019.
Learn more 

[ECOLOG-L] 2019 Torrey Botanical Society Grants Competition

[Jenna Dorey]

Each year, the Torrey Botanical Society offers five grant competitions. The 
grants provide funds to support graduate and undergraduate student research, 
undergraduate and graduate student training, and symposia. A wide range of 
botanical subjects are eligible for support. Complete application instructions 
are available at: http://www.torreybotanical.org/grants-awards/


The grant competitions are:

1) Torrey Botanical Society Graduate Student Research Fellowship. The Society 
will award three grants in this competition ($2,500, $1,500 and $1,000).

2) Torrey Botanical Society Undergraduate Student Research Fellowship. The 
Society will award three grants in this competition ($1,500, $1,000 and $500).

3) Torrey Botanical Society Undergraduate and Graduate Student Training 
Fellowship ($1000).

4) Torrey Botanical Society Andrew M. Greller Graduate Student Research Award 
for the Conservation of Local Flora and Ecosystems ($1,000).

5) Torrey Botanical Society Symposium Award ($1,000).


The deadline for all applications is JANUARY 15, 2019: awards will be announced 
by April 1.

 
Please direct any inquiries to aber...@ccny.cuny.edu 
Subject line: Torrey Award

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Help with reaching out to potential graduate advisers

[Kathe Todd-Brown]

Toni,

I found it useful in my grad school search to email professors asking if
they have heard of someone with an opening in their lab that matched my
interests and background, and then email those referrals, and so on. If
someone has funding/space in their lab they will generally jump in on their
own and say "Why _I_ happen to have a space that seems to match your
interests!". But this also gives them a way to be helpful (and most
scientists WANT to help) if they don't happen to have funding support
themselves. I think I went through three or four 'links' in the referral
chain before someone suggested I apply to their lab. Be patient and have
someone (preferably an academic) you trust read over an email draft to make
sure you are setting the right tone.

I had a somewhat unusual situation; I was looking to change fields from my
undergrad and grad program, a low undergrad GPA, and had a very specific
idea of what I wanted to do. The standard application pipeline had not
worked for me at all (I sent out 2 years of applications prior), and I knew
I needed someone to pull my application out of the pile and say "Pick THIS
one".

Good luck!
-Kathe

On Thu, Nov 15, 2018 at 8:31 AM Emily Moran  wrote:

> Hi Toni.
>
> From a faculty member’s point of view, the “Sounds great. If you get your
> own funding for that, I’d love to have you in my lab” response means “I
> don’t currently have a grant that would support a student doing that kind
> of work”.   When I say something like this, it is to give the student a
> heads-up that I might not say yes - even if there application is good -
> because I would find it unethical to accept a student if I didn’t think
> there would be financial resources available to support them through the
> whole graduate program (though I usually try to explain that more clearly).
>
> Now, that doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t apply.  Many (though not
> all) graduate schools will give admitted students a guarantee of 4-6 years
> of funding from a combination of teaching, grant-funded research
> assistantships, and individual fellowships.  If that support guarantee is
> forthcoming, especially if you are offered a fellowship by the school, the
> faculty member is more likely to ultimately say yes.
>
> Also, they may be trying to encourage you to apply for a predoctoral
> fellowship.  There are a number of opportunities out there for a student to
> secure some funding at the time they are applying to graduate schools, and
> having such a fellowship of course makes you a much more attractive
> candidate.  What you could do is tell the faculty member that you are
> working on a proposal for such a fellowship that links up with their
> research area, and ask if they would be willing to take a look at it.
>
> Emily Moran
> UC Merced
>
> > On Nov 13, 2018, at 4:31 PM, Heiler Christian Meek 
> wrote:
> >
> > Hi, Toni,
> >
> >   I'm also applying to graduate schools and am not a PI, but I will tell
> you what has worked for me. I emailed a lot of professors, and many did not
> reply. However, some did and seem very serious about having me in their
> labs. I ended up with four very good prospects after emailing at least 15
> PIs. You just have to keep emailing and not be too hard on yourself when
> you don't get a reply. The professors who do not email back may simply not
> need a student for this term.
> >
> > Rather than being specific, I gave several general interest topics that
> I would like to pursue in my emails, tailored to the professors' research
> interests. I am open to studying several different areas, but I only
> mentioned the areas in each email that pertained to that particular
> professor's research interests. Like I said, I am in the same position that
> you are in, but I wanted to try and help by offering the best advice I
> have. I wish you all the best in your graduate school search, and I hope
> you have a wonderful rest of the day!
> >
> > -- Heiler
>
>

[ECOLOG-L] AGU Hydrology Student Subcommittee Pop-Up Sessions: Call for Abstracts

[Frederick Cheng]

The AGU Hydrology Section Student Subcommittee (H3S) is running a series of pop-up talks at the AGU Fall meeting this year! These talks are a great opportunity for students and early career researchers to speak about various topics and network with fellow students! These sessions are comprised of short 5-minute lightning talks on the following topics:

The role of the 21st century scientist
Bridging science and policy for change
Hydrology, community engagement and public good
Frontiers in hydrology: the next big ideas in water research
Social dimensions in geosciences

Abstract submissions are free and due on 18 November 2018. These pop-up sessions will not count towards the one 1st author rule at the Fall Meeting. You do not need to be affiliated with H3S or the Hydrology Section to participate. Find out more at, and submit your abstracts at: https://fallmeeting.agu.org/2018/students/events/pop-up-talks/ Faculty advisors: Encourage your students to submit an abstract or participate! H3S is always looking for new ideas and people!  Hope to see you all at the Fall Meeting, The AGU Hydrology Section Student Subcommittee (H3S)

[ECOLOG-L] First comprehensive list of non-native species established in 3 major regions of the U.S.

[Simpson, Annie]

Dear Ecolog-ers:

I'm pleased to announce the publication of the USGS Open-File Report,
"First comprehensive list of non-native species established in three major
regions of the United States," its accompanying dataset, and other related
documents.

This publication is a result of six years of collaborative research among
three USGS Science Centers and my USGS program, and work to update and
improve the U.S. non-native species list is ongoing.

Here are the associated DOIs:
*Report:*
https://doi.org/10.3133/ofr20181156
*Data:*
https://doi.org/10.5066/P9E5K160

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions, especially
corrections, or additions. Please return to the dataset's ScienceBase page
 often
(where the dataset resides), because at this time we are updating the list
in an ongoing way and will post the latest versions there (the next version
is coming soon).

And finally, many thanks to my numerous collaborators and contributors, but
especially co-authors Meghan C. Eyler, Matt Cannister, Reko Libby, Natasha
Kozlowski, Elizabeth Sellers, and Gerald Guala.

Annie Simpson, biologist & information scientist
asimp...@usgs.gov
+1 703 648 4281 desk
http://orcid.org/-0001-8338-5134
BISON project (http://bison.usgs.gov)
EcoScience Synthesis Branch
Science Analytics and Synthesis Program
U.S. Geological Survey, MS 302
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, Virginia  20192

[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor of EcologyDepartment of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology

[Matthew Weand]

Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor of EcologyDepartment of 
Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal BiologyKennesaw State University is now 
accepting applications for a nine-month, tenure track Assistant Professor, 
Associate Professor, or Professor of Ecology faculty position in the Department 
of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology which begins August 2019. 
Responsibilities will include teaching, scholarship, and service in the area of 
Ecology. An earned doctorate in biology, ecology, or related disciplines or the 
foreign equivalent is required.

For more than 50 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its 
entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. Offering campuses in Marietta 
and Kennesaw, the university is located just north of Atlanta and combines a 
suburban setting with access to one of the country’s most dynamic cities. As 
Georgia’s third-largest university, Kennesaw State offers more than 100 
undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral 
programs. Designated by the Board of Regents of the University System of 
Georgia as a comprehensive university, Kennesaw State is committed to becoming 
a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and 
research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional and national level.

For a full description of this position, application deadlines, and application 
procedures, visit
https://facultyjobs.kennesaw.edu.

Kennesaw State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is an 
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the 
basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual 
orientation, and/or veteran status. Georgia is an Open Records state.

[ECOLOG-L] 2-min survey: Please complete by 11/28 if interested in venomous snake safety and handling

[Williams, Jennifer]

Please share this link with others who might be interested in venomous
snake safety and handling. Details are provided in the link. Thanks!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RK6LQPJ

Jen Williams, Ph.D.

National Federal Coordinator for Partners in Amphibian and Reptile
Conservation

970-267-2159 (O), 352-568-5903 (C)

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Help with reaching out to potential graduate advisers

[Emily Moran]

Hi Toni.

From a faculty member’s point of view, the “Sounds great. If you get your own 
funding for that, I’d love to have you in my lab” response means “I don’t 
currently have a grant that would support a student doing that kind of work”.   
When I say something like this, it is to give the student a heads-up that I 
might not say yes - even if there application is good - because I would find it 
unethical to accept a student if I didn’t think there would be financial 
resources available to support them through the whole graduate program (though 
I usually try to explain that more clearly).

Now, that doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t apply.  Many (though not all) 
graduate schools will give admitted students a guarantee of 4-6 years of 
funding from a combination of teaching, grant-funded research assistantships, 
and individual fellowships.  If that support guarantee is forthcoming, 
especially if you are offered a fellowship by the school, the faculty member is 
more likely to ultimately say yes.  

Also, they may be trying to encourage you to apply for a predoctoral 
fellowship.  There are a number of opportunities out there for a student to 
secure some funding at the time they are applying to graduate schools, and 
having such a fellowship of course makes you a much more attractive candidate.  
What you could do is tell the faculty member that you are working on a proposal 
for such a fellowship that links up with their research area, and ask if they 
would be willing to take a look at it.

Emily Moran 
UC Merced

> On Nov 13, 2018, at 4:31 PM, Heiler Christian Meek  wrote:
> 
> Hi, Toni,
> 
>   I'm also applying to graduate schools and am not a PI, but I will tell you 
> what has worked for me. I emailed a lot of professors, and many did not 
> reply. However, some did and seem very serious about having me in their labs. 
> I ended up with four very good prospects after emailing at least 15 PIs. You 
> just have to keep emailing and not be too hard on yourself when you don't get 
> a reply. The professors who do not email back may simply not need a student 
> for this term. 
> 
> Rather than being specific, I gave several general interest topics that I 
> would like to pursue in my emails, tailored to the professors' research 
> interests. I am open to studying several different areas, but I only 
> mentioned the areas in each email that pertained to that particular 
> professor's research interests. Like I said, I am in the same position that 
> you are in, but I wanted to try and help by offering the best advice I have. 
> I wish you all the best in your graduate school search, and I hope you have a 
> wonderful rest of the day!
> 
> -- Heiler 

[ECOLOG-L] Transmitting Science course Intro to Evolutionary Quantitative Genetics, April 8-12

[Soledad De Esteban Trvigno]

Dear Colleagues,Registration is open for Transmitting Science course “Introduction to Evolutionary Quantitative Genetics”Instructors: Dr. Erik Postma (University of Exeter, UK) and Dr. Jesús Martínez-Padilla (Universidad de Oviedo, Spain).Dates: April 8th-12th, 2019, Barcelona (Spain)Place: Capellades, Barcelona (Spain).More information: http://bit.ly/transmitting-science-course-quantitative-genetics or writing to cour...@transmittingscience.orgQuantitative genetics uses the phenotypic resemblance among related individuals to infer the role of genes and the environment in shaping phenotypic variation.By simultaneously using the resemblance among all individuals in the pedigree, these methods provide more precise and accurate estimates of genetic and non-genetic variance components (heritabilities and genetic correlations). Furthermore, they allow for the estimation of individual-level genetic effects (breeding values), and thereby the inference of evolution.In this course we will cover everything from basic quantitative genetic theory and statistics to advanced mixed model-based approaches. You will learn how to estimate genetic variances and covariances in wild and captive populations, and how to test for evolutionary change.Along the way, you will be exposed to the main software packages, and the R packages MCMCglmm and ASReml-R in particular, and you will learn about their strengths and weaknesses.You are strongly encouraged to bring your own data (if you have it), which you will be able to work on during the course and which will allow you to put the theory into practice.With best regardsSoleSoledad De Esteban-Trivigno, PhDScientific DirectorTransmitting Sciencewww.transmittingscience.org