[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: complex systems analysis

2015-06-10 Thread David Inouye
Search: We are looking to hire a post-doctoral researcher with a strong quantitative, (bio)statistical, and/or epidemiological background to integrate several databases for complex systems analysis. Project Description: We have recently received a 2-3 year research grant to study the

[ECOLOG-L] Fwd: Kokua Alert - DAR Administrator position re-opened!

2015-06-10 Thread David Duffy
This is a chance to really make a difference for the marine environment of Hawaii, leading the state aquatic resource management program. Not an easy job except maybe for the right person. *AQUA**TIC RESOURCES* PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR, EM-07 Aquatic Resources Division (Downtown, O‘ahu) Closing

[ECOLOG-L] Environmental 'Omics Synthesis Conference 2015 - DEADLINE EXTENDED

2015-06-10 Thread Daniel Barker
THIRD INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL 'OMICS SYNTHESIS CONFERENCE - IEOS2015 University of St Andrews 6-8 July 2015 http://environmentalomics.org/ieos2015 DEADLINE for registration and abstract submission (talk/poster): EXTENDED to 12 June 2015 DEADLINE for application for postgraduate student

[ECOLOG-L] European PhD defenses

2015-06-10 Thread Gary Grossman
I have been an evaluator for both a French PhD and a tenure (habilitacion) review. In both cases the approach was similar to those described. The proceedings, except for the committee deliberations, are open to the public, the candidate gives a long presentation, the committee asks questions and

[ECOLOG-L] Tropical Bird Ecology Field Course

2015-06-10 Thread Peter Lahanas
FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT 2015 SUMMER COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT (July 15-Aug 9) FIELD COURSE IN TROPICAL AVIAN ECOLOGY (TAE C-15) COURSE LOCATION: Bocas del Toro Biological Station, Boca del Drago, Isla Colon, Republic of Panama. The biological station is located on a hill facing the Caribbean Sea.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] humorous papers

2015-06-10 Thread Viorel Popescu
check this one out: Lozier, J. D., P. Aniello, and M. J. Hickerson. Predicting the distribution of Sasquatch in western North America: anything goes with ecological niche modelling. Journal of Biogeography 36.9 (2009): 1623- 1627. Cheers, Viorel Viorel D. Popescu Simon Fraser University

[ECOLOG-L] Volunteers for the 35th anniversary event of the 1980 eruption this coming July 26-Aug 1st

2015-06-10 Thread Andres Holz
Dear Botanists and Plant Ecologists , We are seeking plant enthusiasts that would like to assist in gathering post-eruption field measurements at the Mount St. Helens volcano, Washington State. This activity is part of the 35th anniversary event of the 1980 eruption this coming July 26-Aug

[ECOLOG-L] Fellowship: The Data Incubator

2015-06-10 Thread David Inouye
I am writing to announce a fellowship opportunity for your PhD students, postdocs, and young faculty. We have had a great experience with fellows with a Ecological Biology background and would love to extend this opportunity to more folks with that background. I would be extremely grateful

[ECOLOG-L] How best to respond to reviewers

2015-06-10 Thread David Inouye
From a note in the latest issue of Nature: Comments from referees reviewing a paper can sometimes be less than polite, making it tempting for authors to send equally rude replies. But a trio of recent blog posts emphasizes the importance of professional, constructive responses from authors.

[ECOLOG-L] Science and democracy program assistant position

2015-06-10 Thread Michael Halpern
HI folks, I'm hiring an entry level program assistant position to support our work strengthening the role that science plays in American democracy. Please share with interested individuals - we're looking for as diverse a candidate pool as possible.

[ECOLOG-L] Image analysis software for counting

2015-06-10 Thread Becca Maher
Dear Coral list, I am analysing images of long term monitoring quadrat photos for evidence of barnacles on a species of *Orbicella.* Any suggestions for image-analysis software that allows me to place a point on each of the bore holes (more than 100 on some colonies) and count the total points?

[ECOLOG-L] Research Laboratory Manager Technician position at Franklin Marshall College

2015-06-10 Thread Paul Harnik
The Department of Earth and Environment at Franklin and Marshall College invites applications for a Research Laboratory Manager and Technician. This person will actively participate in technical support of the teaching and research programs of faculty and students, and provide expertise in

[ECOLOG-L] Post-doc: Urban Evolutionary Ecology (University of Toronto - Mississauga)

2015-06-10 Thread Marc Johnson
Post-Doctoral Position in Urban Evolutionary Ecology - University of Toronto at Mississauga (with Profs. Marc Johnson and Deep Saini) We are seeking applications for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to study Urban Evolutionary Ecology in the Department of Biology

[ECOLOG-L] New tracking method for marked insects

2015-06-10 Thread Moshe Gish
Hi All, I would like to draw your attention to a new technique for tracking fluorescently marked organisms from significant distances (at night). The technique uses powerful, handheld, wide-beam purple laser, conventional fluorescent marking (e.g. fluorescent powder) and specially designed