[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Small mammal project assistant (disease ecology)
Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection, and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning, late afternoon, and occasional weekend hours are required. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment may begin immediately, with an end date of approximately November 14, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until August 10, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18002-I, "Mouse- mast Project". Review of applications will begin upon receipt.
[ECOLOG-L] Public Health Project Assistant "The Tick Project" Opportunity Available at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following position: Title: Public Health Project Assistant - "The Tick Project" Job Description: Research the effects of tick management interventions on the risk of tick- borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include conducting phone surveys of study participants, tracking reports of tick encounters and tick- borne diseases, secure management of participant medical information, and creating GIS maps of field sites. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail, self-motivation, and experience working with the public are mandatory. Prior experience with ESRI ArcGIS software is desirable but not required. Employment: Employment begins by March 7, with an end date of approximately November 23, 2018. Position is seasonal and full-time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment screening and background check successfully. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18005-I "The Tick Project". The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Project Assistant Positions Available at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is accepting applications for the following positions: 1) The Lyme-Climate Project Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 6) Job Description: Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, preparing and maintaining field equipment and field sites, assessing and recording tick survival, and programming, downloading and managing data from dataloggers. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology are mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment to begin between March 12 and April 30, with an end date of approximately October 31, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18004-I "The Lyme- Climate Project". 2) The Tick Project Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 13) Job Description: Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, tick identification, live-trapping small mammals, gathering data and entering data on tick encounters with local residents, coordinating with local residents to collect field data and deploying wildlife cameras. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail, self-motivation, and experience in field ecology are mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment may begin as early as March 12 or as late as May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. Onsite or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18003-I "The Tick Project". 3) Mouse-mast Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 4) Job Description: Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection, and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning, late afternoon, and occasional weekend hours are required. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment may begin as early as April 1 or as late as mid May, with an end date of approximately November 14, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Project Assistant Positions Available at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is accepting applications for the following positions: 1) The Lyme-Climate Project Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 6) Job Description: Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, preparing and maintaining field equipment and field sites, assessing and recording tick survival, and programming, downloading and managing data from dataloggers. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology are mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment to begin between March 12 and April 30, with an end date of approximately October 31, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/w... and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18004-I "The Lyme-Climate Project". 2) The Tick Project Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 13) Job Description: Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, tick identification, live-trapping small mammals, gathering data and entering data on tick encounters with local residents, coordinating with local residents to collect field data and deploying wildlife cameras. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail, self-motivation, and experience in field ecology are mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment may begin as early as March 12 or as late as May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. Onsite or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18003-I "The Tick Project". 3) Mouse-mast Seasonal Project Assistant (up to 4) Job Description: Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection, and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning, late afternoon, and occasional weekend hours are required. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Qualifications: Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment: Employment may begin as early as April 1 or as late as mid May, with an end date of approximately November 14, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2018 or until filled. To Apply: Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc & Research Support Opportunities Available at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY is accepting applications for the following positions: 1) Postdoctoral Research Associate - PostDoc III Document Analysis Duties: The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies seeks a full time postdoctoral research scientist to conduct research urban green infrastructure (GI) in a multi-city study of green infrastructure planning and policy. The ideal candidate will have expertise in document analysis, green infrastructure planning, advanced statistics and GIS analysis skills. The applicant should be comfortable with social science methods, explicitly including methods for document analysis, to work as a member of a team of postdocs and senior scientists to examine how green infrastructure is perceived, planned, and initiated in multiple US cities. The successful applicant must be adept at working with multiple researchers from a range of disciplinary backgrounds in urban ecology, including geographers, landscape and urban planners, biophysical scientists, and environmental educators. Strong organizational, communication and writing skills are also required for coordinating research, database management, and input from collaborators in the green infrastructure research program. Team members are Joshua Ginsberg, Steward Pickett, Emma Rosi, and Shannon LaDeau at the Cary Institute, Timon McPhearson at the Cary Institute and the New School University, Mary Cadenasso at the University of California Davis, Peter Groffman at the Advanced Science Research Center of the City University of New York, and Morgan Grove at the USDA Forest Service. The applicant will also collaborate with other closely related research projects at the institution including the NSF Urban Resilience to Extreme Weather-related Events Sustainability Research Network (URExSRN.net) and the Baltimore Ecosystem Study LTER. Duration: This position is full time for one year, subject to renewal for a second year. The position includes salary plus benefits. Start date is flexible but early spring 2018 is preferred. Location: Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY Qualifications: PhD in urban planning, ecology, geography, environmental science, or related social sciences. The applicant should be fluent in R or other statistical software and have experience in document analysis and familiarity with green infrastructure research, in particular in urban environments. Competitive candidates will have multiple publications in academic journals. This is an exempt, benefitted position. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Finalist candidates must successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check. Closing date: January 15, 2018 or when the position is filled. Originator: Dr. Steward Pickett and Dr. Timon McPhearson To apply: Please complete an online application at http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a cover letter which includes Job Code 170331-I, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. 2) Postdoctoral Research Associate - GI PostDoc II Neighborhood Perceptions of Green Infrastructure Duties: The Cary Institute seeks a full time postdoctoral researcher to conduct research on perceptions of green infrastructure by residents of contrasting neighborhoods in Baltimore, MD. In particular, the research will focus on perceptions about green infrastructure, and whether those perceptions relate to social, demographic, and spatial characteristics of neighborhoods as well as to the design purpose of the infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have expertise with social-ecological approaches to urban systems, including the development and conduct of semi-structured interviews, as well as community assessments based on Photo Voice. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams, familiar with interview design, conduct, and analysis. Strong organizational, communication and writing skills are also required for coordinating research, database management, and input from collaborators in the green infrastructure research program. The project will require collaborative work to relate the interview and Photo Voice data with standard socio-demographic data as well as with a high resolution and novel land cover classification to be employed by the project. Team members are Joshua Ginsberg, Steward Pickett, Emma Rosi, and Shannon LaDeau at the Cary Institute, Timon McPhearson at the Cary Institute and the New School University, Mary Cadenasso at the University of California Davis, Peter Groffman at the Advanced Science Research Center of the City University of New York, and Morgan Grove at the USDA Forest Service. The applicant will also collaborate with other closely related research projects at the institution, including the NSF Urban
[ECOLOG-L] Data-focused Research Specialist Opportunity - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
The Tick Project (www.tickproject.org) is a multi-year, large-scale research project aimed at reducing the incidence of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases at the neighborhood scale. We seek a Data-focused Research Specialist to be filled at the Assistant, Associate, or Senior Research Specialist level. The Data-focused Research Specialist will work with the Animal-focused and Human-focused Research Specialists, as well as with other project personnel, to maintain, explore, and analyze all data from the project. Data will include demographic information on vertebrate animals and ticks, tick infection prevalence, human encounters with ticks and incidence of tick-borne disease, land use/land cover (GIS), images from wildlife cameras, and human behaviors relevant to tick-borne disease. Experience in data analysis and visualization, client management software (e.g., Salesforce), epidemiology, population biology, and/or medical anthropology, and a Bachelors degree, are highly desirable. A Master's degree is required for the Senior Research Specialist level. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. This is a full-time, exempt, benefitted position. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Finalist candidates will be subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check. To apply, visit our website at http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-are/jobs and complete our online job application. Please submit one document that includes a cover letter, resume and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references. Include job code 17030-I in your correspondence. This position will report directly to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld, Distinguished Senior Scientist at the Cary Institute and Dr. Felicia Keesing, David and Rosalie Rose Distinguished Professor at Bard College and Adjunct Scientist at the Cary Institute. Review of applications will begin on 21 September and continue until position is filled. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Project Assistant Opportunity at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Inc.
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Inc., Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following, Seasonal Project Assistant position: Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. This position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin mid to late September 2017, with an end date of approximately May 30, 2018. Position is full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Posting is open until August 18th, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs. Include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers,and email addresses of three professional references. Please include 17026-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Inc., Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following, Seasonal Project Assistant position: Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New Yorks Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina.This position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin mid to late September 2017, with an end date of approximately May 30, 2018. Position is full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Posting is open until August 18th, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-are/jobs. Include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Please include 17026-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Project Assistant Opportunity At Cary Institute Of Ecosystem Studies
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for a Seasonal Project Assistant to assist in studies of the ecology of the Hudson River. This position reports to Dr. Stuart Findlay. Desired dates of employment are approximately May 15th through September 15, 2017. Duties include considerable fieldwork on boats and along shore or wetlands of the Hudson River, as well as data entry and collection and processing of zebra mussels, other invertebrates and water samples. To qualify, candidates must be comfortable working in and around the water and handling sample equipment weighing up to 75 pounds; experience with boats and training in limnology and invertebrate zoology also helpful. Finalist candidate will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check. Position is hourly, non-exempt and non-benefitted. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until March 24, 2017 or until filled. Onsite housing may be available. Consideration of applications will begin immediately. Visit our website a http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-are/jobs and complete our online job application. Please attach one document which includes a cover letter, resume and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references. Include job code 17012-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT CARY INSTITUTE OF ECOSYSTEM STUDIES
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following, Seasonal Project Assistant positions: Seasonal Project Assistants “Tick-Climate Project” (up to 6): Job Number: 17003-I Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between March 15 and May 1, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full-time, 35 hours per week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on March 2, 2017. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17003-I “Tick- Climate Project”. Seasonal Project Assistants “The Tick Project” (up to 12): Job Number: 17004-I Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, live-trapping small mammals, gathering and entering data on tick encounters with local residents and cases of tick-borne disease, deploying and maintaining wildlife cameras. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between April 1 and May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment screening and background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on March 2, 2017. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17004-I “The Tick Project”. All Project Assistants will report to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Tick Project & Tick Climate Project Assistant Opportunities Available at Cary Institute
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following, Seasonal Project Assistant positions: Seasonal Project Assistants “Tick-Climate Project” (up to 6): Job Number: 17003-I Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between March 15 and May 1, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017.Jobs are full-time, 35 hours per week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2017. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17003-I “Tick- Climate Project”. Seasonal Project Assistants “The Tick Project” (up to 12): Job Number #17004-I Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, live-trapping small mammals, gathering and entering data on tick encounters with local residents and cases of tick-borne disease, deploying and maintaining wildlife cameras. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between April 1 and May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment screening and background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2017. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17004-I “The Tick Project”. All Project Assistants will report to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] PROJECT ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT CARY INSTITUTE OF ECOSYSTEM STUDIES
Two Project Assistant positions are available at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Both pertain to The Tick Project (www.tickproject.org), which is developing and testing a new approach to reducing the incidence of tick-borne disease in residential neighborhoods. Position 1 (17007-I) assists the Human Subjects Research Specialist with community relations. This Project Assistant will assist with research that focuses on human exposure to ticks and tick-borne pathogens. Duties will include recruiting and interacting with study participants from residential neighborhoods, addressing questions and concerns of study participants, collecting information on behaviors relevant to human exposure to tick- borne disease, and interacting with regional and national health agencies to collect and maintain epidemiological data. Experience in medical anthropology or sociology, or epidemiology, and a Bachelors degree, are required. Position 2 (17008-I) assists the Human Subject Research Specialist and is responsible for strict compliance of tick-control activities and methodologies. This Project Assistant will be the primary liaison between the Cary Institute’s Tick Project scientific personnel and the management and employees of the pest control company contracted to deploy the experimental tick control activities. The Project Assistant will maintain quality control of the preparation, delivery, and application of tick- control interventions, maintain the double-blind study design, accompany pest control personnel during their visits to study neighborhoods, address questions and concerns of residents whose properties are being treated, and maintain meticulous records of all interactions between pest control personnel, Tick Project personnel, and study participants. Experience in medical anthropology or sociology, or epidemiology, and a Bachelors degree, are required. For both positions, employment is to begin between March 1 and March 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate witheducation and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2017. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Please submit job application via http http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies-Project Assistant Opportunities
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY, is accepting applications for the following, Seasonal Project Assistant positions reporting to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld: Seasonal Project Assistants “Mouse-mast Project” (up to 3): Job Number: 17002-I Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection,and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning and late afternoon hours are required. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment can begin as early as April 1 or as late as mid May, with an end date of approximately November 14, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment screening and background check successfully. On-site housing is available. Posting is open until February 15, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17002-I “Mouse- mast Project”. Seasonal Project Assistants “Tick-Climate Project” (up to 6): Job Number: 17003-I Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between March 15 and May 1, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment screening and background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Posting is open until February 15, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17003-I “Climate- Tick Project”. Seasonal Project Assistants “The Tick Project” (up to 12): Job Reference #17004-I Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, live-trapping small mammals, gathering and entering data on tick encounters with local residents and cases of tick-borne disease, deploying and maintaining wildlife cameras. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between April 1 and May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment screening and background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. Posting is open until February 15, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17004-I “The Tick Project”. All Project Assistants will report to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies-Project Assistant Opportunities
Two Project Assistant positions are available at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Both pertain to The Tick Project (www.tickproject.org), which is developing and testing a new approach to reducing the incidence of tick-borne disease in residential neighborhoods. Position 1 (17007-I) assists the Human Subjects Research Specialist with community relations. This Project Assistant will assist with research that focuses on human exposure to ticks and tick-borne pathogens. Duties will include recruiting and interacting with study participants from residential neighborhoods, addressing questions and concerns of study participants, collecting information on behaviors relevant to human exposure to tick- borne disease, and interacting with regional and national health agencies to collect and maintain epidemiological data. Experience in medical anthropology or sociology, or epidemiology, and a Bachelors degree, are required. Position 2 (17008-I) assists the Human Subject Research Specialist and is responsible for strict compliance of tick-control activities and methodologies. This Project Assistant will be the primary liaison between the Cary Institute’s Tick Project scientific personnel and the management and employees of the pest control company contracted to deploy the experimental tick control activities. The Project Assistant will maintain quality control of the preparation, delivery, and application of tick- control interventions, maintain the double-blind study design, accompany pest control personnel during their visits to study neighborhoods, address questions and concerns of residents whose properties are being treated, and maintain meticulous records of all interactions between pest control personnel, Tick Project personnel, and study participants. Experience in medical anthropology or sociology, or epidemiology, and a Bachelors degree, are required. For both positions, employment is to begin between March 1 and March 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. On-site or nearby housing is available. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Postings are open until February 15, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Positions report to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld.
[ECOLOG-L] Cary Institute Seeking Seasonal Project Assistants
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY is accepting applications for the following positions: SEASONAL PROJECT ASSISTANTS - "Mouse-mast Project" Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection, and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning and late afternoon hours are required. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment can begin as early as April 1 or as late as mid May, with an end date of approximately November 14, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing is available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Reference 17002-I "Mouse-mast Project". SEASONAL PROJECT ASSISTANTS - "Tick-Climate Project" Research the effects of weather and climate on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites between northern New York and North Carolina. Duties include maintaining lab colonies of mice and ticks, establishing and maintaining field plots with ticks, assessing and recording tick survival, and downloading data from dataloggers. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between March 15 and May 1, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing is available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17003-I "Tick-Climate Project". SEASONAL PROJECT ASSISTANTS - "The Tick Project" Research the effects of tick management interventions on the survival and behavior of blacklegged ticks and risk of tick-borne disease in people. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley, with travel to sites throughout Dutchess County, New York. Duties include sampling and collecting ticks in suburban neighborhoods, live-trapping small mammals, gathering and entering data on tick encounters with local residents and cases of tick-borne disease, deploying and maintaining wildlife cameras. Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is mandatory. Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable. Employment to begin between April 1 and May 15, with an end date of approximately September 30, 2017. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. On-site or nearby housing is available. Finalist candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre- employment driving background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Posting is open until February 12, 2017 or until filled. Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we- are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 17004-I "The Tick Project". The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, NY
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Opportunity at Cary Institute
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is recruiting a Postdoctoral Associate to work with an exciting new, multi-institutional, interdisciplinary research project—the Urban Resilience Sustainability Research Network—focused on resilience of cities in the face of extreme events. Postdoctoral Associates will be based at the Cary Institute with a focus on Baltimore, but will work with a large network of researchers from 8 other cities Hermosillo (Sonora, Mexico), Miami FL, New York NY, Phoenix AZ, Portland OR, San Juan PR, Syracuse NY, and Valdivia (Chile). Postdoc will participate in synthesis of social, ecological, and technological data to investigate how extreme events influence urban ecosystems and future sustainability. For example, a research project may include the drought of record for Baltimore where we have data on the hydrologic, biogeochemical and social responses to the drought. Synthesis of these diverse datasets will shed light on how urban systems respond to extreme events. Preferred candidates will have expertise in hydrology and biogeochemistry of urban ecosystems and synthesis. Expertise in GIS or modeling would also be desirable. The postdoctoral researcher will have opportunities to develop independent lines of research in the context of the funded project. Additional qualifications include: Ph.D. in Ecology, Environmental Science and/or Engineering, Sustainability Science or related field required. Competence in hydrology, biogeochemistry, GIS or modeling is highly desirable. This is a salaried, exempt, benefitted position for one year with possible extension. Final candidates will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment screening and background check. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Closing date to apply is July 1, 2016 or until filled. Start date is August 1, 2016 (flexible.) To apply, visit our website at http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-are/jobs and complete our online job application. Please attach one document which includes a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references. Please include job code 15028-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, race, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Lab-Data Manager Opportunity at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Lab-Data Manager Opportunity at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies We are seeking a full time data and laboratory manager to support research activities in computational ecology of zoonotic diseases. Main duties will include the collection and curation of data from diverse sources including published literature, the web, and existing repositories and online databases. This main task will require some programming proficiency (R preferred). Additional duties include standardizing metadata across curated data files, and managing multiple data streams from distinct collaborative projects. The applicant should possess previous training in the biological sciences, and research experience with infectious diseases and ecology is preferred. In addition to R programming experience, proficiency with ArcGIS (or equivalent open access software) is desirable. The successful candidate will be collaborative with good verbal and written communication skills; detail- oriented; and enjoy a high degree of independence. This position offers the opportunity to engage in ongoing lab research projects, and to develop independent side projects exploring questions related to infectious disease. This is a fully benefitted position for one year, subject to annual renewal contingent on performance and available funding. The final candidate will be required to successfully complete a post- offer, pre-employment screening and background check. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. To apply, visit our website at www.caryinstitute/who-we-are/jobs and complete our online job application. Interested applicants should send a 1-page cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications for the position, and the contact info for 3 references. Please include job code 16022-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Lab/Data Manager Opportunity at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Lab/Data Manager Opportunity at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies We are seeking a full time data and laboratory manager to support research activities in computational ecology of zoonotic diseases. Main duties will include the collection and curation of data from diverse sources including published literature, the web, and existing repositories and online databases. This main task will require some programming proficiency (R preferred). Additional duties include standardizing metadata across curated data files, and managing multiple data streams from distinct collaborative projects. The applicant should possess previous training in the biological sciences, and research experience with infectious diseases and ecology is preferred. In addition to R programming experience, proficiency with ArcGIS (or equivalent open access software) is desirable. The successful candidate will be collaborative with good verbal and written communication skills; detail- oriented; and enjoy a high degree of independence. This position offers the opportunity to engage in ongoing lab research projects, and to develop independent side projects exploring questions related to infectious disease. This is a fully benefitted position for one year, subject to annual renewal contingent on performance and available funding. The final candidate will be required to successfully complete a post- offer, pre-employment screening and background check. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. To apply, visit our website at www.caryinstitute/who we are/jobs and complete our online job application. Interested applicants should send a 1-page cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications for the position, and the contact info for 3 references. Please include job code 16022-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Grants Manager/Compliance Officer Vacancy
Grants Manager/Compliance Officer The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies located in Millbrook, NY, is seeking a dynamic professional to manage all phases of pre- and post-award grants and contracts administration including grant related compliance. You must be knowledgeable across the range of externally sponsored research activities, including: grant proposal development, proposal submission, grant agreements and contracts. Broad familiarity with a range of federal, state, and private grant-making programs is a necessity, as is knowledge of the associated regulatory environment, including FFATA requirement, FARs, IRB and IACUC regulations, conflict of interest regulations and responsible conduct in research training. You will represent the Institute in annual A133 audit and other federal agency reviews. Familiarity with spreadsheets and database management is essential and some knowledge of accounting and journal entries would be a plus. Familiarity with FASTLANE, Grants.gov and Research.gov is required. Demonstrated knowledge and application of federal regulations including OMB Circulars and federal agency guidelines is critical. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years related experience. Certified Research Administrator (C.R.A.) status is preferred. Prior work in a higher education financial or research administration, and a commitment to environmental issues, are all a plus. A strong candidate would value teamwork and collaboration, possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the research community, take initiative, solve problems, and support organizational change. Visit our website at www.caryinstitute/who we are/jobs and complete our online job application. Please attach one document which includes a cover letter, resume and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references. Include job code 15010-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Project Assistant - Soil Microbial Ecology Research
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is seeking a Seasonal Project Assistant to work full time hours from May 11th to August 21, 2015, possibly longer. The work will be performed primarily in Millbrook, NY, with one trip to Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest in New Hampshire for one week in July. Duties include laboratory work associated with soil microbial ecology research (90%), including soil assays and Gas Chromatography. Field work at Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest will include soil, water and gas sampling of field plots. Applicants must have the ability to carry a heavy backpack through rough terrain, and be willing to work in adverse weather conditions. Qualifications include coursework and/or experience in any area of environmental science. Coursework and/or experience in soil science desired. Experience in soil microbial laboratory techniques a plus. This is an hourly, non-benefitted position. Salary is commensurate with experience. The closing date to apply is May 1, 2015 or until position is filled. Visit our website at www.caryinstitute/who we are/jobs and complete our online job application. Please attach one document which includes a cover letter, resume and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references.Include job code 15009-I in your correspondence. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Research Specialist Position Available - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is seeking a full time Assistant Research Specialist to provide support for research activities in computational ecology of infectious disease. Main duties will include the collection and curation of data from diverse sources including published literature, the web, and existing repositories and online databases; standardizing metadata across curated data files; and preparing tables for integration into relational databases.The individual will work in the laboratory of Dr. Barbara Han, Millbrook, NY. This position is full time for one year, subject to annual renewal, and includes salary plus benefits. Start date is flexible. Qualifications require a bachelor's degree in biological, physical, or computer sciences. The applicant should possess previous training in biological or information sciences, and previous research experience in infectious disease/ecology is preferred. Experience with R,SQL, ArcGIS, or WordPress/Dreamweaver is also desirable but not required. Applications will be accepted until December 21, 2014 or until filled. To apply, please complete an online application at www.caryinstitute.org under the Jobs section. Include a cover letter summarizing your qualifications, resume, and the names and full contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references. Reference job code 14024-I in your correspondence. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER—MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
[ECOLOG-L] pOSITION IN AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM SCIENCE
Position in Aquatic Ecosystem Science As the first in an anticipated series of new hires, the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies (formerly the Institute of Ecosystem Studies) seeks to hire an aquatic ecologist at the level of Assistant or Associate Scientist. Candidates should have a history of publication in top scientific journals and a proven track record in securing research funding. The new hire will be expected to interact strongly with our largely ecosystem-oriented current staff (http://www.caryinstitute.org/science- program/our-scientists). Ecologists studying the factors influencing persistence of aquatic biodiversity, biogeochemical function and/or management of aquatic ecosystems in the face of climate change, watershed and urban development, and species invasions are particularly encouraged to apply. The Cary Institute has a tradition of encouraging long-term studies and we expect the successful candidate to strengthen the Institute in one or more of the following thematic areas: large-river ecology, urban ecosystems, biogeochemistry and land-water interactions. The Cary Institute, an independent research and education organization, is located on a 2000-acre (810 hectare) research forest in the Hudson River Valley of New York. Over 50 collaborating Ph. D. scientists, and 14 full time scientists, investigate the functioning of all kinds of ecosystems (including forests, fresh waters, and cities) and human interactions with these ecosystems. Institute scientists often are actively involved in outreach, management, and policy activities to apply their science to the real world. We seek individuals who can join this team and establish interdisciplinary collaborations that extend the Institute’s work. Visit us at: http://www.caryinstitute.org We will begin to review applications for these positions on 1 February 2015, with the anticipation of a start date early in 2016. To apply, please visit www.caryinstitute org and complete the online application available under the “Jobs” section. Please include your curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and goals, and the names and full contact information of three professional references. Please reference Job Code 14025-I in your correspondence. Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, Females, Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Position in Aquatic Ecosystem Science
Position in Aquatic Ecosystem Science As the first in an anticipated series of new hires, the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies (formerly the Institute of Ecosystem Studies) seeks to hire an aquatic ecologist at the level of Assistant or Associate Scientist. Candidates should have a history of publication in top scientific journals and a proven track record in securing research funding. The new hire will be expected to interact strongly with our largely ecosystem-oriented current staff (http://www.caryinstitute.org/science- program/our-scientists). Ecologists studying the factors influencing persistence of aquatic biodiversity, biogeochemical function and/or management of aquatic ecosystems in the face of climate change, watershed and urban development, and species invasions are particularly encouraged to apply. The Cary Institute has a tradition of encouraging long-term studies and we expect the successful candidate to strengthen the Institute in one or more of the following thematic areas: large-river ecology, urban ecosystems, biogeochemistry and land-water interactions. The Cary Institute, an independent research and education organization, is located on a 2000-acre (810 hectare) research forest in the Hudson River Valley of New York. Over 50 collaborating Ph. D. scientists, and 14 full time scientists, investigate the functioning of all kinds of ecosystems (including forests, fresh waters, and cities) and human interactions with these ecosystems. Institute scientists often are actively involved in outreach, management, and policy activities to apply their science to the real world. We seek individuals who can join this team and establish interdisciplinary collaborations that extend the Institute’s work. Visit us at: http://www.caryinstitute.org We will begin to review applications for these positions on 1 February 2015, with the anticipation of a start date early in 2016. To apply, please visit www.caryinstitute org and complete the online application available under the “Jobs” section. Please include your curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and goals, and the names and full contact information of three professional references. Please reference Job Code 14025-I in your correspondence. Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, Females, Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Coastal SEES Project
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research on effects of stream restoration on metabolism and nutrient cycling in urban streams. This position is part of a Coastal Sustainability research project addressing how interactions between social and biophysical factors converge to create opportunities for restoration and revitalization. Research will involve a mixture of stream metabolism and nutrient uptake measurements and multidisciplinary data synthesis and analysis. The position will be jointly supervised by Drs. Emma J. Rosi- Marshall and Peter M. Groffman. There will also be opportunities to develop research in the context of the Baltimore Long-Term Ecological Research project. Ph.D. in limnology, ecosystem ecology or related field required. Competence in analytical biogeochemistry techniques and metabolism modeling highly desirable. Visit www.caryinstitute.org and apply online in the “Jobs” section. Include a cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references by September 30, 2014, to Human Resources, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, P.O. Box AB, Millbrook, New York 12545 . Please reference Job Code 14012-I. Questions about the position can be directed to Emma Rosi-Marshall (rosimarsha...@caryinstitute.org) or Peter Groffman (groffm...@caryinstitute.org.) The Cary Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled Encouraged to Apply
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Associate Position Available at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Position #: 14011-I Date: 23 April, 2014 TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate DURATION: Full –time, benefitted position, estimated start date July 1, 2014, for approx 1.5+year term SALARY: Commensurate with experience DUTIES: We are recruiting a Postdoctoral Associate to join a collaborative, graduate training project—The GLEON Graduate Student Fellowship Program (GLEON FP). The GLEON FP will engage diverse graduate students and researchers from multiple disciplines, as well as the Global Lake Ecological Observatory Network (GLEON). The program's primary goal is to train a cohort of graduate students in network science: the mechanics of handling and synthesizing high frequency data as well as tools for conducting network science across cultures. Another primary responsibility of the Postdoctoral Associate will be to help design and lead—along with domain experts, and an advisory team—graduate student workshops. It is anticipated that the postdoctoral associate will lead research and subsequent publication(s) on an aspect of this work commensurate with interests and experience. The individual will work with Principal Investigators Drs. K. Weathers (Cary Institute), and P. Hanson (University of Wisconsin, Madison). BACKGROUND: A Ph.D. in ecosystem science, information or team science, science education, or related interdisciplinary area; excellent communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills; enthusiasm for analysis and interpretation of high frequency data and/or organizational psychology; programming experience, especially R, is required. Duties will be performed primarily in Wisconsin, with occasional visits to Millbrook, NY. Successful candidate will be flexible to travel as needed for workshops. CLOSING DATE: May 2, 2014 or until filled ORIGINATOR: Dr. Kathleen C. Weathers TO APPLY: Please send CV, statement of research accomplishments and interests, representative publications, and the names and full contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. 14011-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Minorities//Females /Veterans/Disabled Encourged To Apply Position #: 14011-I Date: 23 April, 2014 TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate DURATION: Full time, benefitted position, estimated start date July 1, 2014, for approx 1.5+year term SALARY: Commensurate with experience DUTIES: We are recruiting a Postdoctoral Associate to join a collaborative, graduate training projectThe GLEON Graduate Student Fellowship Program (GLEON FP). The GLEON FP will engage diverse graduate students and researchers from multiple disciplines, as well as the Global Lake Ecological Observatory Network (GLEON). The program's primary goal is to train a cohort of graduate students in network science: the mechanics of handling and synthesizing high frequency data as well as tools for conducting network science across cultures. Another primary responsibility of the Postdoctoral Associate will be to help design and leadalong with domain experts, and an advisory teamgraduate student workshops. It is anticipated that the postdoctoral associate will lead research and subsequent publication(s) on an aspect of this work commensurate with interests and experience. The individual will work with Principal Investigators Drs. K. Weathers (Cary Institute), and P. Hanson (Univers! ity of Wisconsin, Madison). BACKGROUND: A Ph.D. in ecosystem science, information or team science, science education, or related interdisciplinary area; excellent communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills; enthusiasm for analysis and interpretation of high frequency data and/or organizational psychology; programming experience, especially R, is required. Duties will be performed primarily in Wisconsin, with occasional visits to Millbrook, NY. Successful candidate will be flexible to travel as needed for workshops. CLOSING DATE: May 2, 2014 or until filled ORIGINATOR: Dr. Kathleen C. Weathers TO APPLY: Please send CV, statement of research accomplishments and interests, representative publications, and the names and full contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. 14011-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Minorities//Females /Veterans/Disabled Encourged To Apply
[ECOLOG-L] Projects Assistants - Ecology of the Hudson River
Summer Project Assistant (2 Positions): Job Reference #14006-I. Assist in studies of the ecology of the Hudson River. Duties include considerable fieldwork on boats and along shores of the Hudson River, as well as data entry and collection and processing of samples of zebra mussels and other invertebrates. Must be comfortable working in and around the water and handling heavy sampling equipment; experience with boats and training in limnology and invertebrate zoology also helpful. Desired dates of employment are approximately May 15 for one position and June 1 for the other position to September 15, 2014. On-site housing is available. Position reports to Dr. David L. Strayer. To apply, send cover letter (INDICATING JOB REFERENCE NUMBER), resume with educational background and relevant course work, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references,to the attention of Human Resources, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies,PO Box AB, 2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook, NY 12545,or e-mail to j...@caryinstitute.org.
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Project Assistants -Cary Instiute of Ecosystem Studies
Work with a team researching the interchange of nutrients between vegetation and soil in the forests of the White Mountains, New Hampshire. Duties include laying out field research plots, digging pits for soil sampling and processing soil and vegetation samples. Requires strenuous outdoor work. Base of operations will be at the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest in West Thornton, NH, where on-site housing is available. The project supervisor is Dr. Gary M. Lovett. This position is hourly and non-benefitted with a schedule of Monday -Friday, approximately 35 hours per week. The duration of the position is approximately June 1- August 15, 2014, with extension into the fall possible. Wages will be commensurate with experience. Qualifications for the position include experience with outdoor ecological field work, with some college courses in ecology, forestry, soil science or environmental science preferred. To apply, please email a brief cover letter, a resume, and the names and full contact information (including telephone numbers and email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. # 14005-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org Application closing date is March 7, 2014 or until position is filled. EOE/M/F/D/V
[ECOLOG-L] PT Program Assist.in Ed. – Urban Ecosystem Ed.
PT Opening - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies TITLE: Program Assistant in Education – Urban Ecosystem Education LOCATION: Baltimore, MD DURATION: 15 hours per week. Start date immediately. End date one year from start. Must be available during school day hours (8am-4pm, M-F). Continuation beyond one year contingent on availability of grant funds and performance. SALARY: Commensurate with experience DUTIES: 1) Assist in providing classroom support for teachers participating in the Baltimore Partnership for Environmental Science Literacy Teachers’ Institute and the Students Restoring Urban Streams program (50%). Access to personal transportation required. 2) Assemble and format data sets, lessons and other resources for posting on-line for teacher and student use (25%). 3) Assist in developing and delivering professional development programs to middle and high school teachers (15%). 4) Additional administrative duties as needed such as completing inventory of supplies, database updates, meeting attendance, etc. (10%) Duties may change depending on the needs of the ecology education program. BACKGROUND: Bachelor’s degree in ecology, science education or related field required, Master’s degree preferred. At least two years experience in science education. Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with Maryland State Education standards. CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2014 or when position is filled. ORIGINATOR: Bess Caplan TO APPLY: To apply, please send a letter of application, resume, writing sample and the names and full contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. #14002-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org For more information, please contact Bess Caplan at capl...@caryinstitute.org or 410-455-1863, www.beslter.org EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Researcher at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Postdoc Opening at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Date: December 12, 2013 TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate DURATION: Full-time. One year position with possible extension. DUTIES: Postdoctoral Researcher sought to conduct research on the influence of urban stressors on stream ecosystem function. The postdoc will be based at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY and will conduct research at the Baltimore Ecosystem Study LTER site and in artificial streams. BACKGROUND: Ph.D. in stream ecology, limnology, microbial ecology or ecotoxicology or related field required. Competence in areas of biogeochemistry, ecosystem metabolism, and/or microbial ecology is highly desirable. CLOSING DATE: Dec 31, 2013 ORIGINATOR: Dr. Emma J. Rosi-Marshall TO APPLY: To apply, please send a brief cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref.: 13021-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER—MIN/FEM/VET/DISAB
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher in Forest Biogeochemistry at Cary Institute
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN FOREST BIOGEOCEMISTRY AT CARY INSTITUTE DURATION: Full-time beginning approximately February 1, 2014. One year position with extension to a second year depending on performance. DUTIES: Postdoctoral Researcher sought to conduct research on soil carbon and nitrogen cycling and ecosystem succession. The position will be based at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY. The field site for the project is the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest in West Thornton, NH. The position will require frequent trips to the field site in New Hampshire and strenuous field work in a mountainous location. BACKGROUND: Ph.D. in forest ecology, forest soils or related field required. Competence in soil chemistry, plant chemistry and stable isotope techniques highly desirable. CLOSING DATE: October 25, 2013 or until filled ORIGINATOR: Dr. Gary M. Lovett TO APPLY: To apply, please send a brief cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. # 13019-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org EOE/AA Employer
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher
Date: October 8, 2013 TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate DURATION: Full-time beginning approximately February 1, 2014. One year position with extension to a second year depending on performance. DUTIES: Postdoctoral Researcher sought to conduct research on soil carbon and nitrogen cycling and ecosystem succession. The position will be based at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY. The field site for the project is the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest in West Thornton, NH. The position will require frequent trips to the field site in New Hampshire and strenuous field work in a mountainous location. BACKGROUND: Ph.D. in forest ecology, forest soils or related field required. Competence in soil chemistry, plant chemistry and stable isotope techniques highly desirable. CLOSING DATE: October 25, 2013 or until filled ORIGINATOR: Dr. Gary M. Lovett TO APPLY: To apply, please send a brief cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. # 13019-I P.O. Box AB Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org EOE/AA Employer
[ECOLOG-L] Program Assistant in Education-Urban Ecosystem Ed.
Position #: 13008-I Date: April 29, 2013 POSITION AVAILABLE TITLE: Program Assistant in Education – Urban Ecosystem Education LOCATION: Baltimore, MD DURATION: 15 Hours per week. Start date September 1, 2013. End Date August 31st, 2014. Candidate must have flexibility as specific breakdown of hours will change each week. Continuation beyond one year contingent on availability of grant funds and performance. SALARY: Commensurate with experience DUTIES: 1) Assist in providing classroom support for teacher participating in the Baltimore Partnership for Environmental Science Literacy 2013-2014 Teachers’ Institute (75%). Access to personal transportation required. 2) Assist in developing and delivering professional development programs to middle and high school teachers (15%) 3) Additional administrative duties as needed such as completing inventory of supplies,database updates, meeting attendance, etc. (10%) Duties may change depending on the needs of the ecology education program. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in ecology, science education or related field required, Master’s degree preferred. At least two years experience in science education. Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with Maryland State Education standards. CLOSING DATE: May 20, 2013 or when position is filled. ORIGINATOR: Dr. Alan R. Berkowitz TO APPLY: To apply, please email a brief cover letter, indicating position number, a resume, and the names and full contact information (including telephone numbers and email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. # 13008-I P.O. Box AB, Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org For more information, please contact Bess Caplan at capl...@caryinstitute.org or 410-448-5663 ext. 125. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER MIN/FEM/VET/DISAB
[ECOLOG-L] Job Posting-Microbiology Project Assistant
Laboratory and Field work associated with soil microbial ecology research. Field activities (approx. 5% time) will include soil, water and gas sampling of field plots. Applicants must have the ability to carry a heavy backpack through rough terrain, and be willing to work in adverse weather conditions. Laboratory tasks (95% time) include soil microbial assays, data entry, and some gas chromatography work. Experience with these tasks is not required but attention to detail when performing repetitive tasks is a must. Position #: 13006-I Date: April 9, 2013 POSITION AVAILABLE TITLE: Summer Project Assistant PURPOSE:Research into Nitrogen and Carbon dynamics in urban ecosystems as well as the northern hardwood forests. LOCATION: Work will primarily be laboratory work at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY, but also may include some field work at the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest in New Hampshire. Travel to New Hampshire may be required 1-2 times for 3-5 days at a time. DURATION: April, 2013 August (closing date is flexible) SALARY: Commensurate with experience DUTIES: Laboratory and Field work associated with soil microbial ecology research. Field activities (approx. 5% time) will include soil, water and gas sampling of field plots. Applicants must have the ability to carry a heavy backpack through rough terrain, and be willing to work in adverse weather conditions. Laboratory tasks (95% time) include soil microbial assays, data entry, and some gas chromatography work. Experience with these tasks is not required but attention to detail when performing repetitive tasks is a must. QUALIFICATIONS: Coursework and/or experience in any area of environmental science. Coursework and/or experience in soil science desired. Experience in soil microbial laboratory techniques a plus. CLOSING DATE: April 23, 2013 or until position is filled ORIGINATOR: Lisa Martel TO APPLY: To apply, please email a brief cover letter, indicating position number, a resume, and the names and full contact information (including telephone numbers and email addresses) for three professional references to: Human Resources Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Job Ref. # 13006-I P.O. Box AB, Millbrook, New York 12545 E-mail: j...@caryinstitute.org AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER MIN/FEM/VET/DISAB
