[ECOLOG-L] Wetland Mapper- Salt Lake City

[Diane Menuz]

Title:  Wetlands Mapper
Work Location: Utah Geological Survey, Salt Lake City, UT
Pay Rate:  $17-23/hour, plus benefits
Closing Date: Applications will be evaluated starting February 12, but 
  will be accepted until the position is filled.
Start Date: No later than April 2 

Position Description:  The Utah Geological Survey seeks to hire a Lead 
Wetland Mapper to carry out wetland mapping projects in the state. The 
incumbent will be trained by the outgoing Wetlands Mapper and then 
independently lead all aspects of mapping projects, including digitizing 
and classifying wetland polygons, collecting field validation data, 
writing mapping report, and managing grants.  The incumbent will also 
spend approximately three weeks per year maintaining a network of 
wetland piezometers in a remote location in western Utah. The incumbent 
will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues on other 
wetland-related research projects and to pursue funding for new projects 
that match the incumbent’s interests and skills. Work will primarily be 
conducted in the office with occasional day trips and overnights stays 
in the field.

Duties
•   Use photo interpretation techniques to identify and classify 
wetlands and other habitats using the Cowardin classification system.
•   Apply knowledge of wetland soils, plants, and hydrology to 
field-verify wetland maps.
•   Work with USFWS personnel to integrate mapping data and mapping 
report into the National Wetlands Inventory.
•   Engage with stakeholders to determine priority areas for new 
mapping projects and to seek new funding opportunities.
•   Train and supervise technicians to assist with mapping projects.
•   Maintain network of wetland piezometers and download piezometer 
data.
•   Collaborate with colleagues on other wetland-related research 
projects.

Qualifications:
•   Completion of a bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, 
geography, geology, or related field. Master’s preferred. 
•   Extensive experience with a variety of functions in GIS, such as 
the editor, topology, and spatial analyst tools. 
•   Prior experience digitizing natural resource features from 
aerial imagery. Prior experience with digitizing wetlands or with the 
National Wetland Inventory mapping preferred.
•   Familiarity with wetland classification schemes such as 
Cowardin, hydrogeomorphic, and LLWW (landscape position, landform, water 
flow path, and waterbody type).
•   Knowledge of wetland hydrology, vegetation, soils, and wildlife 
habitat to assist with preparing mapping report and for completing field 
validation surveys.
•   Ability to work independently and take a leadership role. Must 
have previous leadership or project management experience. 
•   Strong writing skills. Grant writing experience preferred.
•   Ability to build relationships and communicate project goals and 
results effectively with stakeholders including local, state, and 
federal agencies. Experience with obtaining external funding preferred. 
•   Experience with field work and willingness to occasionally work 
long hours and unusual schedules in the field.

This position is a Schedule TL (Time Limited) position. Employees in 
this position serve at the pleasure of the appointing officer in an at 
will status. The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of 
benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as 
well as a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link 
for detailed information: http://statejobs.utah.gov/jobseeker/?
linkClicked=Benefits

To apply, submit resume, cover letter, three references (with phone 
numbers), and a report or other product from a GIS project you have 
developed to Diane Menuz, State Wetland Coordinator, at the Utah 
Geological Survey, dme...@utah.gov.  Please indicate your available 
start date. You may direct all questions to this email. 

[ECOLOG-L] Wetland Technician- Salt Lake City

[Diane Menuz]

Title:  Wetland Technician 
Work Location:Utah Geological Survey, Salt Lake City, UT
Pay Rate: $14/hour 
Closing Date:   February 11, 2018 
Employment Period: June through November

Position Description:  The Utah Geological Survey seeks to hire a 
seasonal Wetland Technician to participate in wetland condition 
research. The incumbent will help collect data used to inform local and 
state land managers about wetland resources and advance knowledge about 
wetlands in the state. Surveys will be conducted in teams of two and 
will involve evaluating hydrologic, physical, and biotic components of 
wetland health during rapid site assessments. The Wetland Technician 
will be trained on identifying hydric soil and wetland hydrology 
indicators and on collecting water quality data with handheld meters and 
will then conduct this work independently with limited supervision. 
Sampling will be conducted in both front country and remote settings in 
the Bear River watershed. During the field season (approximately mid-
June through mid-September), work will typically consist of four 10+ 
hour days per week, with some overnight travel required. In the fall, 
the incumbent will assist with a variety of projects, including data 
entry/data checking and digitizing aerial imagery in ArcGIS. The 
position is based out of Salt Lake City and housing is not provided. 
This position is a great opportunity to visit seldom-seen parts of Utah 
and to develop expertise in a variety of wetlands and aquatic systems in 
the state.

Qualifications:
1.  Completion of a bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, geology, 
wetland science, or related field.
2.  At least one season of field experience or demonstrated ability 
to conduct work outdoors.  
3.  Ability to work independently with guidance and ability to 
collect data accurately and with attention to detail.
4.  Experience with ArcGIS, especially map making and digitizing 
features from aerial imagery.
5.  Willingness and ability to work long hours and unusual schedules 
(including overnights), travel extensively, drive a State of Utah 
vehicle, hike moderate distances through occasionally rough terrain, and 
tolerate exposure to extreme heat, rain, biting insects, and other field 
nuisances.
6.  Preference given to applicants with field experience or 
coursework in any of the following: wetland systems; soil profiles; 
hydric soil indicators; water quality sample collection.

To apply, submit resume, cover letter, three references (with phone 
numbers), and available start date to Diane Menuz at the Utah Geological 
Survey, dme...@utah.gov.  You may direct all questions to this email. 

[ECOLOG-L] Student Opportunities - 2018 Summer Programs at Mountain Lake Biological Station

[Nagy, Eric S. (esn8n)]

2018 MLBS Summer 
Programs


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2018 Summer Programs at Mountain Lake Biological Station
Field-based courses are UVA Summer Session classes offered by 
nationally-recruited faculty, and offered at the undergraduate and graduate 
level. Our NSF REU undergraduate research internship program is now in its 26th 
year.






Field Courses

Field Biology of Fishes
Summer Session I: May 21-June 15
Field Herpetology
Summer Session I: May 28-June 15
Wildlife Disease Ecology
Summer Session II: June 18-July 6
Stream Ecology
Summer Session III: July 16-August 3

Financial aid is available.
MLBS courses are field-intensive, research-based experiences. Courses earn 3 
UVA Biology credits. Non-college students are welcome to enroll.




Learn More and 
Apply




mlbs.org


Research Experiences for Undergraduates (NSF-REU)

Become a National Science Foundation REU. Join undergraduates from around the 
country for a unique 10-week learning and living research experience in the 
southern Appalachians. Students conduct independent research in field ecology, 
evolution, behavior, and physiology under the supervision of resident 
scientists. REUs are internships that include all station costs, travel, and a 
$5,500 stipend.

Program dates:  May 28 - August 3
Application deadline:  February 20







Learn More and 
Apply

[ECOLOG-L] Climate Change REU Internship Program at SERC

[Gustafson, Dan]

The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) in Edgewater, Maryland 
offers undergraduate and beginning graduate students a unique opportunity to 
gain hand-on experience in the fields of environmental research and education. 
The program enables students to work on specific projects while getting 
experience in valuable lab techniques all under the direction of the Center's 
professional staff. The program is tailored to provide the maximum educational 
benefit to each participant.



SERC is focused on understanding the causes and consequences of environmental 
change for marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems. Interns at SERC 
conduct independent projects over 12-16 weeks utilizing our 2,650 acre research 
site on the shores of Chesapeake Bay to provide novel insights into some of the 
most profound  issues challenging our world today, including habitat loss, 
climate change, and invasive species. The Smithsonian Environmental Research 
Center has maintained an REU site since 2001 and those students sponsored have 
used our professional-training programs as a stepping stone to pursue advanced 
careers in the environmental sciences.



How to Apply



Application to the SERC Internship Program consists of on-line registration,

Student copy of transcripts, personal essay, CV or resume, and two letters of 
recommendation using the Smithsonian On-line Academic Appointment (SOLAA)

https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public



Application deadlines are listed below:

Summer (May-August): Deadline is February 15th





For more information please visit our web site

https://serc.si.edu/pro_training/internships/projectmenu.aspx



Or email: sercint...@si.edu



The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Students from under-represented groups or institutions lacking research 
facilities or research opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.

However, all other interested students are encouraged to apply.


Daniel E Gustafson, Jr.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Professional Training Coordinator
647 Contees Wharf Rd
Edgewater, MD.  21037
443-482-2217
gustafs...@si.edu
www.serc.si.edu

[ECOLOG-L] SERC Bicoastal Science Communications Internship

[Gustafson, Dan]

Stipend: $550/week
Duration: 18 weeks (May/June to September/October 2018)
Start Date: Flexible, between May 14 and June 11
Location: Edgewater, Md. and Tiburon, Calif.
Description:
Gain hands-on experience with environmental communication on both sides of the 
United States! The Smithsonian Environmental Research 
Center (SERC) is the Smithsonian's headquarters for 
coastal research, with scientists who study climate change, invasive species, 
conservation and other environmental issues shaping the 21st century. SERC is 
seeking a communications intern to work for 18 weeks, from summer through 
mid-autumn, covering the work of SERC scientists in Maryland and California. 
The intern will start at SERC's Chesapeake Bay headquarters in Maryland, 
receiving training in SERC science communications. After six weeks, the intern 
will travel to San Francisco Bay to cover the work of SERC marine biologists in 
California for the remaining 12 weeks. Travel funds from Maryland to California 
are included. This internship is open to undergraduate students, master's 
students, and recent graduates up to one year after graduation.
Part I: Chesapeake Bay
The intern will spend the first six weeks at SERC's headquarters in Edgewater, 
Md. Here, the intern will interview SERC scientists in the field and the lab 
and write about their work. This first part of the internship will introduce 
the intern to the main features of SERC science communications: writing 
articles for the SERC Shorelines blog, preparing posts 
for SERC's social media and assisting with the production of SERC's quarterly 
newsletter On The Edge, under 
the mentorship of SERC science writer Kristen Minogue.
Part II: San Francisco Bay (SERC-West)
For the final 12 weeks, the intern will work in California, with the Tiburon 
section of SERC's Marine Invasions Research 
Lab.  SERC's Tiburon branch 
(a.k.a. "SERC-West") is hosted at 
the Estuary & Ocean Science Center, a marine 
field station at San Francisco State University's Romberg Tiburon Campus. The 
marine biologists of SERC-West work in San Francisco Bay and traverse the 
Pacific Coast studying invasive species, oyster restoration and other critical 
conservation issues. While in California, the intern will cover the work of 
SERC's West Coast scientists while exploring and developing communication 
strategies within the Pacific market. During the California part of the 
internship, the intern will work under the onsite supervision of research 
ecologist Andrew Chang and correspond regularly with Kristen Minogue via video 
conferencing.
Desired Qualifications:
Strong scientific background (natural sciences coursework; not required to be a 
science major) and skill writing about science for a nonscientific audience. 
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) required; 
familiarity with photo and video editing software, Wordpress and HTML a plus.
To apply:
Send a cover letter, resume with references (name, title and contact 
information) and unofficial transcript(s) to 
sciencewritingint...@si.edu by 11:59 PST 
Monday, February 19, 2018. One to three published or unpublished writing 
samples explaining science for general readers are also essential to include 
for the application to be considered. For more information, visit 
http://serc.si.edu. Questions? Send an email to SERC Science Writer Kristen 
Minogue at sciencewritingint...@si.edu.

[ECOLOG-L] JOB: Woodpecker field assistants in Oregon

[Rivers, James]

WOODPECKER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed from 30 April-31 July 2018 for a 
large-scale study assessing how woodpecker demographic rates vary relative to 
wildfire and forest management activities. This work is being conducted in the 
lab of Dr. Jim Rivers at Oregon State University 
(http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/) and will take place in the 
rugged and scenic Crater Lake area of Oregon, an area of exceptional woodpecker 
diversity. Field work will consist of early mornings, hiking alone in difficult 
terrain, and working long days under challenging field conditions (cold, rain, 
intense sun, loose rock, hazard trees), including some weekends. Primary duties 
will consist of conducting call playback surveys, locating and monitoring of 
woodpecker nests, climbing nest trees, using radio telemetry to measure 
juvenile survival (Black-backed Woodpecker only), surveying vegetation, 
undertaking regular data entry, and assisting with additional project-related 
duties as needed. Salary range is $2000-$2300/month based on prior experience; 
free US Forest Service housing and project-related transportation are also 
provided.

Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience with (1) bird 
identification by sight and sound, (2) nest-searching, (3) bird handling, (4) 
tracking tag attachment, and (5) VHF radio telemetry to quantify movement and 
habitat use; prior experience with woodpeckers is desirable but not necessary. 
They will also be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be in top physical 
condition, be able to work harmoniously in a group living situation, have a 
valid driver's license and clean driving record, and be able to maintain a 
positive disposition under difficult conditions.

To Apply: Email a single document that consists of (1) a cover letter outlining 
qualifications for the position, (2) a resume, and (3) the name, email, and 
phone number of 3 references to Dr. Jim Rivers (EM: 
jim.riversoregonstate.edu) with "2018 Woodpecker Field Assistant Position" 
in the subject line. Positions will be filled as qualified applications are 
received.


James W. Rivers, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
214 Richardson Hall
Forest Ecosystems & Society
Oregon State University
Corvallis OR 97331-5752

Phone: 541-737-6581
Forest Animal Ecology Lab
Oregon Marbled Murrelet Project **NEW**

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Aquatic Plant Ecologist, Associate/Assistant Professor AA19029 Minnesota State University, Mankato

[Matthew Kaproth]

Position Information
• PRF Number: AA19029
• Position Title: Aquatic Plant Ecologist, Associate/Assistant Professor
• Department: Biological Sciences
• Opening Date: 12/11/2017
• Application Deadline: Priority consideration given to applications
received by January 24, 2018
• Date of Appointment: August 20, 2018
• Select one: Tenure-Track (Probationary* IFO)
• Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mankato

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach General Ecology (BIOL 215). Teach General Biology (BIOL
106). Teach Plant Ecology (lecture and lab; BIOL 443). Teach one other
upper-division course: Wetlands, Lake Ecology, or personal area of 
expertise (lecture and lab) or as assigned depending on qualifications
and departmental need.
• Develop externally funded research program that involves
undergraduate and graduate students, effectively contributing to the
professional development of students.
• Participate in professional organizations and serve on
departmental and university committees.
• Contribute to student growth through academic advising and
mentoring student research projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Doctorate or ABD in biology or related area with a dissertation
focused on plant ecology. (If ABD, degree to be conferred on an official
transcript and received in Human Resources by August 20, 2018.)
• Majority of research publications focused on aquatic plant
ecology or wetland plant ecology.
• Experience in one of the following: community ecology, aquatic
ecology, or population biology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Demonstrated ability for research and scholarly activity in
community ecology.
• Teaching experience in college courses similar to those listed
in the responsibilities.
• Post-doctoral experience.
• Ability to continue professional development and participate in
university and community service activities, events, or committees.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Feasibility of research/scholarly activity within the available
resources at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and
learning environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a comprehensive university of
16,000 students located at the bend of the Minnesota River, 85 miles
southwest of the Twin Cities. The Department of Biological Sciences has
900 undergraduate students pursuing BS degrees in Biology, Medical
Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology, and Environmental Science and 45
graduate students seeking MS degrees in Biology and Environmental
Sciences. The Department currently has over 20 tenure-track faculty.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be
found at: http://www.mnsu.edu.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: To apply for this position, please continue the
process via this website or directly at:
http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/vacancy/jobopp.html. A complete online
application will include the following attachments. Incomplete
applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your undergraduate and graduate
programs
• A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy
• A one-page statement of your research and scholarly interests

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dr. Matthew Kaproth, Chair, Search Screening Committee
Department of Biological Sciences
242 Trafton Science Center South
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-2786
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: matthew.kapr...@mnsu.edu

*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining
agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found
at: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/bargaining.html.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety
Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a
rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State's
vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
HUMAN RESOURCES IS LOCATED AT:
336 Wigley Administration Center
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-2015 Job #00936

AQUATIC PLANT ECOLOGIST, ASSOCIATE/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (AA19029)
Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to
diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its
underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans and
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance
with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to
accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation
of a disability during the application and/or interview process should
be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529
or 711 (MRS/TTY). This Vacancy Notice is available in alternative format
upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota
State 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at the University of Queensland

[Richard Fuller]

Hi folks,

This is a final call to early career researchers in the Biological Sciences.
We are keen to hear from exceptional early career researchers with a strong
publication record interested in developing a fellowship application to be
hosted at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia. Up to 200
Australian Research Council DECRA fellowships
(http://www.arc.gov.au/discovery-early-career-researcher-award) will be
awarded nationally in this round, and the fellowship covers salary for three
years, and up to AUD $40,000 per annum in project operating funds. People
awarded their PhD after March 2013 (or earlier if there have been allowable
career interruptions) are eligible to apply.

One or more academic staff members at the School of Biological Sciences
(https://www.biology.uq.edu.au) will help selected candidates put
applications together. Academics across the School conduct research in
evolution, global change biology, ecology, aquaculture, behaviour,
physiology, entomology, zoology, botany, genomics, development and
conservation biology. World-class infrastructure, proximity to stunning
habitats and biodiversity, and our tropical-subtropical location contribute
to our unique working environment.

If you are interested in exploring options further, please enquire directly
to Professor Richard Fuller on r.ful...@uq.edu.au by 26th January 2018.

Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science 
School of Biological Sciences
University of Queensland
Brisbane
Australia

Read about our work at: http://www.fullerlab.org
Like our lab on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fullerlab
eBird Profile: http://ebird.org/ebird/profile/Mjg0NTY3
Blog on my Brisbane Big Year: https://www.fullerlab.org/category/blog/
Twitter: @RichFullerUQ

Latest paper: Genetic surrogates in conservation planning – PNAS –
http://www.pnas.org/content/114/48/12755.abstract

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Fellowship Competition - Tropical forest phenology and productivity

[Stephanie Pau]

Florida State University’s Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) to 
enhance 
diversity in academia.

Apply to work with Dr. Stephanie Pau (FSU Geography) on the phenology and 
productivity 
of tropical forests using thermal imaging (project description below) through 
FSU’s 
Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) competition. 

http://opda.fsu.edu/fellowships-and-awards/postdoctoral-fellowships-and-stipend-
support/provost-postdoctoral-fellowship

Fellowships will provide two years of salary support (including health 
insurance and fringe 
benefits) plus a small grants award (up to $20,000) for training related 
expenses. Fellows 
will be selected based on their track record and potential synergy with their 
research 
mentor. Review of applications will start March 1, 2018 and will continue until 
all positions 
are filled. 

Interested applicants for the project below should contact Stephanie Pau 
(s...@fsu.edu) 
before applying. This is a collaborative project with researchers from Oregon 
State 
University, Princeton University, and the Smithsonian Tropical Research 
Institute, and 
there are opportunities to network with a diverse group of scholars. 

Project description: 

The vulnerability of tropical forests to climate change is globally significant 
because these 
habitats are hyper-diverse, and store and cycle large amounts of carbon. Forest 
canopy 
temperatures depart considerably from air temperatures, sometimes by as much as 
air 
temperatures are projected to increase by the end of this century; yet canopy 
temperatures are rarely considered in climate change analyses. Preliminary 
results from 
near-continuous thermal imaging and eddy covariance estimates from a tropical 
forest in 
Panama show that canopy temperatures reached a maximum of ~34 °C, and exceeded 
maximum air temperatures by as much as 7 °C. Gross primary productivity (GPP) – 
which 
represents the gross rate of carbon fixed by the forest during photosynthesis – 
was 
highest at a canopy temperature of ~31 °C, above which declines in GPP 
occurred. 
Although future warming is projected to be greater in high latitude regions, 
these results 
show that tropical forest productivity is highly sensitive to small changes in 
temperature. 

This postdoctoral researcher would continue work on understanding the thermal 
environment of the tropical forest canopy in Panama. New directions for future 
work could 
address: 1) how water stress affects canopy temperatures and resulting GPP, 2) 
the 
different sensitivities of diverse species in the canopy and how leaf-level 
processes scale 
up to the whole canopy, 3) how phenological patterns and seasonal changes in 
leaf 
development and demography constrain GPP, and/or 4) integration and scaling 
with 
satellite remote sensing data. 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement- Laukahi Hawaii Plant Conservation Network Coordinator

[Matthew Keir]

Aloha!

Laukahi: The Hawai‘i Plant Conservation Network is seeking a new
Coordinator.

Laukahi is a nonprofit entity that operates under guidance from an elected
Advisory Council and employs a Network Coordinator to lead the planning,
fundraising, project development, coordination, and collaborative work of
the Hawaiʻi Plant Conservation Network.

Title: Laukahi Network Coordinator
Type: Full-time
Compensation : Minimum annual salary of $60,000 with full benefits
Location : H.L. Lyon Arboretum, O‘ahu, Hawai‘i, occasional travel required
Employer : The Hawaiʻi Conservation Alliance Foundation
Application Deadline : Review of applications will start on February 19,
2018
Application Instructions : Email cover letter, résumé, & contact
information for 3 references: su...@hawaii.edu
Please see the full job announcement here:
http://laukahi.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Laukahi-Network-Coordinator_20180119.pdf

Thank you,

-- 
Matthew Keir

[ECOLOG-L] Animal Endocrinology Internship

[Lavin, Shana]

Hello,

Please share this internship opportunity with students and recent grads.
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/lake-buena-vista/animal-programs-animal-endocrinology-internship-fall-2018/391/6911090

Thanks!
Shana

Shāna R. Lavin, M.S., Ph.D.
Research Manager
Disney's Animal Kingdom, Animals, Science and Environment
shana.la...@disney.com

“The reason to trust science is that it doesn’t trust itself.” �D Brian Nosek, 
Ph.D., co-founder and director of the Center of Open Science

[ECOLOG-L] Touching the Void: Hydrology community bands together to launch first multi-university graduate course

[Elizabeth Tran]

Touching the Void: Hydrology community bands together to launch first 
multi-university graduate course

CUAHSI partners with six universities nationwide to offer new topics in 
hydrology research.

Cambridge, Mass. - The first Virtual University was piloted in the Fall 
semester by six major universities across the U.S.

Undergraduate students have access to a wide-range of in-person and online 
courses, but graduate students have few to no online options. This is 
especially the case for graduate students in hydrology. To fill this void, the 
Consortium of Universities for the Advancement of Hydrologic Science, Inc. 
(CUAHSI) stepped in and launched the CUAHSI Virtual University in Fall 2017.

The CUAHSI Virtual University is a national online course, consisting of a 
diverse set of 4-week modules on highly specialized hydrology topics on recent 
research advances, including coastal hydrogeology, ecohydrology of groundwater 
dependent ecosystems, and use of drones and remote sensing applications. CUAHSI 
partnered with six universities for the Virtual University: Michigan State 
University, University at Buffalo, University of California-Santa Barbara, 
University of Delaware, University of Nevada-Reno, and University of 
Wisconsin-Madison.

The Virtual University is the brainchild of Dr. Steven Loheide, an Associate 
Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison 
and a Director on CUAHSI's Board.

"With the virtual university model, students from each university can learn the 
most up-to-date content from leading faculty around the country who are 
developing the science they teach in their modules," Loheide, said. "This puts 
a broad array of research breakthroughs of today into the hands of the 
hydrologists of tomorrow much sooner than is possible with non-collaborative 
models of graduate education where these new and emerging ideas have to work 
their way into the textbooks."

Forty-five students from across the participating universities registered for 
the pilot course. Each student enrolled in modules of their choosing, and 
received course credit at their home university, which facilitated 
collaborations between instructors and students at different universities. "I 
thought it was really valuable and instructive to collaborate with and hear 
perspectives of other students from across the country who are working in very 
different systems from those we generally tend to work in at my home 
institution," said Christine Albano, a student from the University of 
Nevada-Reno.

CUAHSI plans to continue the Virtual University in Fall 2018, expanding to 
eight modules.

"CUAHSI is pleased to be able to support the water-science community through 
this unique educational service," said Dr. Jerad Bales, Executive Director of 
CUAHSI.

For more information on the Virtual University, please visit 
www.cuahsi.org.

#

The Consortium of Universities for the Advancement of Hydrologic Science 
(CUAHSI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with the mission to advance water science by 
strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration, to empower the water-science 
community by providing critical infrastructure, and to promote education in the 
water sciences at all levels. For more information, please visit 
https://www.cuahsi.org/
Contacts:

Elizabeth Tran
CUAHSI
et...@cuahsi.org
339-933-4132

Dr. Steven Loheide
University of Wisconsin-Madison
lohe...@wisc.edu
608-265-5277

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in Fish Ecology available

[Benjamin Walther]

A PhD position in the field of fish ecology is available in the lab of 
Dr. Benjamin Walther at Texas A University - Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC). 
 The position will start in Fall 2018. Research topics are flexible, but 
would generally fall within current lab interests, including: fish 
migration, habitat use and trophic dynamics; hypoxia effects on fishes; 
otolith chemistry and stable isotopes; and carbonate chemistry.

The PhD position will be supported through the Marine Biology degree program at 
TAMU-CC.  Information about this program is online at 
http://marinebiology.tamucc.edu/

Interested students should send:  (1) a CV, (2) copies of unofficial 
transcripts and (3) a cover letter describing experience, potential 
research interests, and general career goals to Dr. Benjamin Walther at 
benjamin.walt...@tamucc.edu by MARCH 1st 2018

ABOUT THE LAB:  We conduct research on a variety of topics related to 
fish ecology, migration, habitat use and population connectivity. This 
work generally focuses on using the “natural tag” properties of 
carbonate hard parts such as otoliths in marine and diadromous fishes to 
examine patterns of migration, dispersal, and life history dynamics of 
species with mobile phases.  This field has grown exponentially in the 
past couple of decades, yet significant unknowns remain about highly 
migratory or dispersive species, particularly in the marine environment. 
Otolith chemistry has the potential to reveal key information about 
identity and movement patterns that is essential for the effective 
management of exploited species and ecosystems. 

We are located at Texas A University - Corpus Christi in the 
Department of Life Sciences. We collaborate with the Texas Parks and 
Wildlife CCA Marine Development Center in Corpus Christi, TX. We also 
work closely with members of the University of Texas Jackson School of 
Geosciences, which houses an array of analytical instruments including 
laser ablation ICP-MS (multiple and single collectors), TIMS, and 
isotope ratio mass spectrometers.

Further information about the Walther Lab can be found online at:
www.sites.google.com/site/waltherfishlab

[ECOLOG-L] Summer REU position in plant disease ecology - Univ. of Florida

[Amy Kendig]

The Flory Lab (florylab.com) at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville, 
FL is seeking a 
highly motivated undergraduate for a Research Experience for Undergraduates 
(REU) 
position for summer 2018. This position is part of a larger research project 
funded by the 
NSF/USDA/NIH Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Disease program aimed at 
understanding how plant pathogens might mediate the long-term outcome of 
interactions 
between an invasive grass (stiltgrass) and native plant species. With the help 
of mentors, 
the REU student will develop an independent project, acquiring skills in 
question 
formulation, experimental design and execution, data analysis, and science 
communication. The experiment associated with this position will involve 
inoculating 
invasive and native plants with fungal pathogens and tracking their performance 
over time. 
The REU student will work closely with Amy Kendig, a postdoc in the Flory lab, 
and Luke 
Flory, one of the project principal investigators, and will interact with other 
UF researchers 
involved in the project. 

Applicants must be enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program with an 
anticipated 
graduation date after September 2018, and must be a U.S. citizen or permanent 
resident. 
The ideal candidate will be interested in pursuing a graduate degree or career 
in ecology, 
evolution, environmental science, or biology following graduation. 

The REU position is 10-12 weeks in duration during summer 2018 with a flexible 
start date 
and a stipend of $497/week. 

To apply, send the following to Amy Kendig at aeken...@gmail.com (if possible 
combined 
as a single Word or PDF file):
1. A brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, interest in the 
position, and 
career goals (maximum one page, single spaced)
2. A resume or CV
3. Undergraduate transcript (official or unofficial)
4. Contact information for two references (faculty members are preferred)

Please email Amy with any questions. Review of applications will begin 
immediately, with a 
final submission date of March 15, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] The contribution of predators and scavengers to human well-being

[Christopher O'Bryan]

Hi everyone,

I'm excited to share our new paper: "The contribution of predators and 
scavengers to human 
well-being" by Eve 
McDonald-Madden, James Watson, Hawthorne Beyer, Alex Braczkowski, Neil Carter, 
and myself. The paper was just published in Nature Ecology & Evolution​.

In summary: Predators and scavengers are frequently persecuted for their 
negative effects on property, livestock and human life. Research has shown that 
these species play important regulatory roles in intact ecosystems including 
regulating herbivore and mesopredator populations that in turn affect floral, 
soil and hydrological systems. Yet predators and scavengers receive 
surprisingly little recognition for their benefits to humans in the landscapes 
they share. We review these benefits, highlighting the most recent studies that 
have documented their positive effects across a range of environments. Indeed, 
the benefits of predators and scavengers can be far reaching, affecting human 
health and well-being through disease mitigation, agricultural production and 
waste-disposal services. As many predators and scavengers are in a state of 
rapid decline, we argue that researchers must work in concert with the media, 
managers and policymakers to highlight benefits of these species and the need 
to ensure their long-term conservation. Furthermore, instead of assessing the 
costs of predators and scavengers only in economic terms, it is critical to 
recognize their beneficial contributions to human health and well-being. Given 
the ever-expanding human footprint, it is essential that we construct 
conservation solutions that allow a wide variety of species to persist in 
shared landscapes. Identifying, evaluating and communicating the benefits 
provided by species that are often considered problem animals is an important 
step for establishing tolerance in these shared spaces.

​It would be amazing if you could help tweet and share within your networks.

The link for the paper is here: 
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41559-017-0421-2

The link for my video interview about the paper is here: 
https://vimeo.com/251588350/4d1e9ac23b


Sincerely,

Chris O'Bryan
Green Fire Science



Christopher J O’Bryan
PhD Student | School of Earth and Environmental Sciences
The University of Queensland
Email: c.obr...@uq.edu.au | Fax: 07 3365 6899
Post: Room 504, Level 5, Chamberlain Building , University of Queensland 
Brisbane Australia 4072
sees.uq.edu.au | 
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[ECOLOG-L] Everglades Foundation Internship

[David Inouye]

Dear Colleagues,

The Everglades Foundation is accepting applications from juniors, 
seniors, and recent graduates for the John Marshall Everglades 
Internship. During this 8-week (May 17^th – July 13^th , 2018) 
undergraduate internship program, qualified students will learn about 
the Everglades ecosystem, history, water management issues, policies, 
and educational outreach related to Everglades restoration. Interns will 
go on site visits to: major restoration sites, water management 
structures, effected natural areas, and local Everglades education 
centers. They will grow their professional networks while meeting with 
scientists, stakeholders, policy makers, and educators who are 
participating in the most comprehensive restoration project in the 
world. Interns select from one of four categories for their capstone 
projects: policy & advocacy, science & engineering, education, and 
marketing communications & public relations.


Interns will receive a small stipend and housing.

The Everglades Foundation is dedicated to protecting and restoring 
America’s Everglades. This unique ecosystem provides economic, 
recreational and life-sustaining benefits to the millions of people in 
Florida who depend on its future health. Through the advancement of 
scientifically sound and achievable solutions, the Foundation seeks to 
reverse the damage inflicted on the ecosystem and provide policymakers 
and the public with an honest and credible resource to help guide 
decision-making on complex restoration issues.


Please pass this announcement along to any interested undergraduate 
students. The internship would be of interest to students studying: 
environmental policy, advocacy, environmental studies, biology/ecology, 
marketing communications, public relations,  science communications, 
environmental engineering, hydrology, ecological economics, 
environmental education, ecosystem conservation, etc.



We are accepting applications through February 1st, 2018.

For more information about the program and how to apply, please see our 
website: http://www.evergladesfoundation.org/opportunities/internships/ 



Kindly,

--
*Kristie Wendelberger, PhD
**Outdoor Education and Outreach Coordinator*
18001 Old Cutler Road, Suite 625
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Office: 305.251.0001 
Mobile: 305-281-3061 
kwendelber...@evergladesfoundation.org 

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Field Forestry/Biology/Ecology Internships (6)

[Danielle Begley-Miller]

6 Total Positions Available (Summer 2018)
Monday, May 14th – Friday, August 10th**
**with possible extension through Friday, August 17th

Location: 3 positions in State College, PA and 3 positions in 
Coudersport, PA

Pay: Full time, 40hr/week appointment. $11.50/hr. Housing is provided, 
along with access to a field vehicle. 

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

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

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

Application deadline: Applications reviewed as received.

To apply: Send a letter, résumé, transcripts, and contact information 
for three references (via email preferred) to Bobbi Joy Scovern. At 
least one reference should be able to comment on your plant 
identification skills.

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

[ECOLOG-L] Summer Field Forestry/Biology/Ecology Crew Lead Positions (2)

[Danielle Begley-Miller]

2 Positions Available (Summer 2018)
Wednesday, May 9th – Friday, August 10th**
**with possible extension through Friday, August 17th 

Location: 1 position in State College, PA; 1 position in Coudersport, PA

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

Description: These positions are part of a long-term vegetation 
monitoring project assessing the effects of white-tailed deer browsing 
and other factors on understory plant community composition and tree 
regeneration (http://ecosystems.psu.edu/research/projects/deer). We are 
also advertising for an incoming PhD student to work on the project 
under the direction of Marc McDill and Kim Steiner in the Ecosystem 
Science and Management Department at Penn State University. The PhD 
candidate will focus on oak regeneration in central Pennsylvania. The 
State College crew leader position would ideally be filled by the 
incoming student. 

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

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

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

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

Application deadline: Applications reviewed as received.

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

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

[ECOLOG-L] Call for Nominations: GEOAquaWatch Steering Committee

[Merrie Beth Neely]

AquaWatch, the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) initiative is developing and 
building the global capacity and utility of Earth Observation-derived water 
quality data, products and information to support effective monitoring, 
management and decision making. The Management Committee is currently seeking 
nominations to serve on the GEO AquaWatch Steering Committee.

The Steering Committee provides guidance, recommendations, and opportunities 
for engagement in the water quality community Serving on the Steering Committee 
will provide an opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders 
in remote sensing and in-situ water quality, aquatic and estuarine management, 
aquatic and estuarine policy and sustainable development, and to identify 
priorities and projects that link water quality observation providers with 
users.

This call seeks individuals from diverse backgrounds and expertise within the 
water quality community including governmental agencies; academia; industry 
representatives; and non-governmental-, non-profit-, and 
intergovernmental-organizations. A variety of stakeholder perspectives is 
sought from the data production to the end users.

THE FULL ANNOUNCEMENT CAN BE FOUND AT: https://www.geoaquawatch.org/news-events/

If you are interested in nominating a member to the GEO AquaWatch Steering 
Committee, please send the name and contact information of your nominee along 
with and brief statement on the nominee’s experience and expertise relevant to 
GEO Aquawatch to i...@geoaquawatch.org with the subject line “Nomination for 
GEO AquaWatch Steering Committee” before January 31, 2018. Self-nominations are 
welcome.

Merrie Beth Neely, PhD PMP

[ECOLOG-L] PhD opportunity in quantitative ecology at Rice

[Tom Miller]

The Miller Lab at Rice University in Houston, TX is recruiting a PhD student 
to begin in Fall 2018. Research in the lab focuses on demography, dispersal, 
population dynamics, and species interactions, primarily in plant and insect 
systems. We blend theoretical and mathematical approaches with experiments 
in the field, greenhouse, and laboratory. 
Learn more about our research here (http://www.owlnet.rice.edu/~tm9/) and 
about the Rice EEB graduate program here 
(http://biosciences.rice.edu/EEB_GradAdmissions.aspx). The successful 
student will be expected to develop independent PhD research in line with 
the themes of the lab. Preferred applicants will have research interests 
that may include plant population biology, mutualism/symbiosis, demographic 
modeling, theoretical ecology, and statistics. A Bachelor's degree in 
Biology, Ecology, or related fields, including research experience, is 
required. 

Graduate students and faculty in the Rice EEB program form an engaged, 
dynamic, supportive, and highly interactive community of scholars excited 
about ecological discovery. The lab, department, and institution value a 
diverse student body; students whose backgrounds are under-represented in 
STEM are particularly encouraged to apply. 

For consideration, send a statement of interest and CV to 
tom.mil...@rice.edu before January 26, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] MS GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS AT VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY

[Lisa Rodrigues]

The Department of Geography & the Environment at Villanova University is 
accepting Fall 2018 enrollments for our Master of Science in 
Environmental Science program.  Our faculty specialize in ecosystem 
studies that span the coastal and inland environments, with on-going 
research projects throughout the United States, in particular the 
northeast region, and around the world.  Our program uniquely offers the 
opportunity to develop geospatial technical skills that are highly 
marketable and sought-after by employers.   We have thesis and non-
thesis options, that can be completed within two years or part-time by 
working professionals. For more information, please see our website and 
contact Ms. Kathleen Cooper (kathleen.f.coo...@villanova.edu), Program 
Coordinator for more information. 

On-Going Research Projects:
https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/geoenv/academicprograms/Grad
ute_Programs/ResearchAreas.html

MSES Program:
https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/geoenv/academicprograms/Grad
ute_Programs.html

To be considered for competitive graduate fellowships (including tuition 
+ a 9-month stipend for two years), please submit all application 
materials by March 1, 2018.




Lisa J Rodrigues
Associate Professor & Graduate Program Director
Geography & the Environment
Villanova University
800 Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085
610-519-7534
lisa.rodrig...@villanova.edu
Mendel Hall G67H

[ECOLOG-L] REU Program, U. Kansas

[Foster, Bryan Latimer]

The Models in Ecology, Evolution and Systematics Research Experiences for 
Undergraduates (REU) Program at The University of Kansas is now accepting 
applications.  The NSF-funded program will occur over ten weeks this summer 
(May 20-July 26, 2018) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.  
In the program, students will participate in mentored, independent research.  
Students will receive a stipend, room and board, and course credit.

Projects available include, but are not limited to, theoretical disease 
ecology, biogeography of social spiders, butterfly genomics, lizard speciation, 
soil ecology, prairie communities, systematics of tapeworms, and insect 
behavior.

Applications are encouraged from biology majors and mathematics (or computer 
science) majors with an interest in biology.  Students must be in good academic 
standing and enrolled at a community college, college or university.  Members 
of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  Students must be 
United States citizens or permanent residents.  More information, including 
available projects, and an online application form are available at 
http://eebreu.ku.edu and inquiries should be directed to 
eeb...@ku.edu. The application deadline is February 15, 
2018, but late applications will be considered.

Drs. Jennifer Gleason and Deborah Smith, Program directors
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Kansas

[ECOLOG-L] REU Program, The University of Kansas

[Foster, Bryan Latimer]

The Models in Ecology, Evolution and Systematics Research Experiences for 
Undergraduates (REU) Program at The University of Kansas is now accepting 
applications.  The NSF-funded program will occur over ten weeks this summer 
(May 20-July 26, 2018) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.  
In the program, students will participate in mentored, independent research.  
Students will receive a stipend, room and board, and course credit.

Projects available include, but are not limited to, theoretical disease 
ecology, biogeography of social spiders, butterfly genomics, lizard speciation, 
soil ecology, prairie communities, systematics of tapeworms, and insect 
behavior.

Applications are encouraged from biology majors and mathematics (or computer 
science) majors with an interest in biology.  Students must be in good academic 
standing and enrolled at a community college, college or university.  Members 
of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  Students must be 
United States citizens or permanent residents.  More information, including 
available projects, and an online application form are available at 
http://eebreu.ku.edu and inquiries should be directed to 
eeb...@ku.edu. The application deadline is February 15, 
2018, but late applications will be considered.

Drs. Jennifer Gleason and Deborah Smith, Program directors
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Kansas



Bryan L. Foster
Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Senior Scientist, Kansas Biological Survey
The University of Kansas, Higuchi Hall

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: California Conservation Science, UCLA

[David Inouye]

The UCLA La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science invites 
applications for its annual Postdoctoral Fellowship in California 
Conservation Science. Consistent with our mission, we seek one or two 
postdoctoral scholars who simultaneously conduct innovative research and 
interface with the conservation and management agencies that direct and 
lead California conservation. For our 2018 competition, we are 
specifically seeking one, or possibly two postdoctoral candidates who 
will lead a broad, conservation genomics analysis of multiple 
co-distributed species across Los Angeles and Southern California. Our 
goal for this targeted call is to determine such issues as the 
contribution of protected lands to the conservation of genetic 
diversity, the ability of species to traverse the urban landscape of Los 
Angeles and surrounding regions, and genetic resilience to future 
climate change. Work on any taxa can be appropriate. We are particularly 
interested in fellows who develop a taxonomically broad, multi-species 
approach to comparative landscape genomics. The fellows will be 
co-funded by the La Kretz Center and the UCLA Sustainable LA Grand 
Challenge , working 
together to conduct molecular lab work and GIS-intensive analyses. We 
will consider candidates who have recently completed their PhD, or will 
have completed it by summer, 2018.


For more information, download the full PostDoc Announcement 
.



Best,
--
William Wei Zou
Administrative Assistant | La Kretz Center for California Conservation 
Science

z...@g.ucla.edu  | 424-610-6110