[ECOLOG-L] Project Coordinator Position at University of Illinois at Springfield
I am seeking a project coordinator to contribute to conservation and recovery of threaten and endangered wildlife species in Illinois. The project coordinator will take the direction and guidance from the principal investigator and be in charge of field supervision, data acquisition, management and analysis, proposal development, as well as independent research and writing for publications as instructed. The project coordinator will be of an important research and coordinating role in implementing and evaluating the recovery actions for threatened and endangered species, including osprey and Franklin's ground squirrel, in the state of Illinois. Successful candidate must have a M.S. degree in environmental science, wildlife, biology, or related field by December 31, 2014. Candidate should have a minimum of two seasons of directly related field or professional experience. Experiences working with mammals and birds of prey, trapping, PIT-tagging, radio-tracking, maintaining field equipment, chainsaw operation, and prescribed burns are preferred. Experiences with database management, writing reports and journal articles, statistical analysis, and presenting at scientific meetings are also preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS 10.1 or above, GPS, and statistical software packages is highly desirable. Experience in R or Python programming a plus. Successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Candidate must have a commitment to high level of work quality, attention to detail, and field personnel and equipment safety. The individual must be willing to travel, have and maintain a valid driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions for long hours. The work requires the ability to lift loads which may exceed 50 pounds, to traverse outdoor terrain on foot without mechanical assistance, and to negotiate a variety of natural obstacles while carrying or transporting equipment. This is a full-time, grant-supported visiting academic professional position. Start date is flexible, but preference will be given to those who can start as soon as possible and no later than March 1. The duration of the position ends on June 30, 2017, with possibility of extension based on funding. The continuation of the position also depends on satisfactory performance. Starting salary is $30,000 per year, with full benefits and annual salary increase. To apply, please email the following to Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at tti...@uis.edumailto:tti...@uis.edu as soon as possible. Review of applications will begin shortly until the position is filled. 1. Cover letter addressing background and extent of qualifications. 2. Resume, including contact information for three references. 3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable). Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D. Department of Environmental Studies University of Illinois at Springfield Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 206-7876 tti...@uis.edumailto:tti...@uis.edu
[ECOLOG-L] M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Wildlife Dispersal, University of Illinois at Springfield
I am recruiting a MS-level graduate student in Environmental Science to study dispersal and movement patterns of juvenile Franklin's ground squirrels in fragmented landscapes in central Illinois. The graduate research assistantship will be available for two years with a June 1, 2015 start date. The assistantship will provide tuition waiver, a stipend for the spring and fall semesters, summer income as a field technician, and research support. The candidate must have the following qualifications: 1. Background in ecology. 2. Strong writing skills and quantitative skills. 3. Coursework and extensive use of Geographic Information Systems and statistics. 4. Extensive field experience in PIT-tagging, radio-tracking, and GPS technology. 5. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail. 6. Experience in or willingness to study dispersal and landscape occupancy. Interested applicants should email the following to Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at tti...@uis.edu as soon as possible, preferably no later than February 1. 1. Cover letter addressing background, extent of qualifications, and research interest. 2. Resume, including contact information for three references. 3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable). Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal application to the graduate research assistantship program which has a deadline of March 15. Please do not hesitate to contact me at tti...@uis.edu if you have questions. Tih-Fen Ting Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Studies University of Illinois at Springfield Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 206-7876 tti...@uis.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Nezara viridula in particular countries in Asia
Dear colleagues, One more help request about Southern green stink bug Nezara viridula (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) (I cannot say that there were many replies to my previous help request, but still). I have records from most countries in Asia, but not for these ones: - Armenia, - Bhutan, - Kazakhstan, - Kyrgyzstan, - Maldives, - Mongolia, - Oman, - Qatar, - Tajikistan, - Turkmenistan, - United Arab Emirates, - Uzbekistan. Can anyone please confirm (with references) that Nezara viridula is (or is not) known in any of these countries? Thank you for help in advance! All the best, Dmitry - Dmitry Musolin, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Department of Forest Protection and Game Management Director of Department of Advanced Training and Graduate Studies Saint Petersburg State Forest Technical University Institutskiy per., 5, St. Petersburg, 194021, RUSSIA Tel.: +7(812)-670-92-82 (office), +7-921-325-91-86 (mobile) http://www.bio.vsu.ru/heteroptera/heteropterists_musolin.html www.zin.ru/Animalia/Coleoptera/eng/musolin.htm
[ECOLOG-L] Professor of Ecology - The University of Hong Kong
Dear ECOLOGgers; The Ecology Biodiversity group at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has an exciting opportunity to recruit a new member at the rank of Professor. Our group is nested within the School of Biological Sciences, which consists of 4 strategic research areas. As you will see from the formal announcement below, this is an open position to be filled by a qualified candidate in ANY of the four SRAs, including Ecology Biodiversity. Therefore, we seek candidates who are looking to capitalize on the opportunity to work in one of the most ecologically interesting areas in the world and find Hong Kong and Southeast Asia an exciting venue to stage their science. We are a dynamic and international group of faculty on a trajectory of rapid growth. We have hired 6 new faculty members in the last 2 years. In addition to state of the art facilities in the School of Biological Sciences on HKU’s main campus, faculty can conduct research at the Swire Institute of Marine Science, located at the Cape d’Aguilar Marine Reserve, the Kadoorie Institute and Hong Kong's Global Forest Observatory at Tai Po Kau. We welcome applications from qualified ecological and evolutionary biologists who will complement our existing strengths in terrestrial and marine ecology. We especially welcome candidates who will enrich the diversity of our group. Interested applicants are welcome to contact any member of our group to discuss this opportunity further. (http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ecology/staff.htm http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ecology/staff.htm). Please note, this is an unofficial announcement. The following is the official announcement from the University: http://jobs.hku.hk/jd.php?id=201401237 http://jobs.hku.hk/jd.php?id=201401237 The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Hong Kong invites applications for the appointment of Professor with an expected starting date of July 1, 2015. Candidates from all fields in biological sciences are encouraged to apply, but must have a strong publication record and must be able to contribute strongly to one of the following Strategic Research Areas: Ecology Endocrinology Food Safety and Food for Health Plant Evolution and Adaptation More information about the School and the Stretegic Research Areas can be found here: http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ http://www.biosch.hku.hk/. The University of Hong Kong is located near the centre of a dynamic city with a high diversity of peoples, cultures, and cuisines. Hong Kong is an international hub in close proximity to China and Southeast Asia, such that the appointee can feasibly conduct research in ecosystems both within and outside of Hong Kong. The position is first offered on a three-year term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure during the second three-year contract. For exceptionally outstanding candidates, appointment can be made with tenure. A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. For enquiries about the existing research activities and the specific job requirements, please write to Professor Rudolf Wu, Director of the School of Biological Sciences (rudol...@hku.hk mailto:rudol...@hku.hkmailto:rudol...@hku.hk mailto:rudol...@hku.hk). Interested applicants should submit a completed application form, together with a full C.V., a research plan, and a statement on teaching philosophy to sc...@hku.hk mailto:sc...@hku.hkmailto:sc...@hku.hk mailto:sc...@hku.hk. Please indicate the reference number (201401237) in the subject of the e-mail. Application forms (341/) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/ http://jobs.hku.hk/. Application closes January 31, 2015. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result. ~ David M. Baker, Ph.D. Assistant Professor The Swire Institute of Marine Science, School of Biological Sciences Department of Earth Science The University of Hong Kong Kadoorie Biological Sciences Building Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, PRC
[ECOLOG-L] Internships, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
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 a registration form, transcripts, personal essay, CV or resume, and two letters of recommendation using the Smithsonian On-line Academic Appointment (SOLAA) system at: https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/solaahome.htmlhttps://solaa.si.edu/solaa/solaahome.html Application deadline listed below: Summer (May-August): Deadline is February 1st For more information please visit our web site at http://www.serc.si.edu/pro_training/index.aspxwww.serc.si.edu/pro_training/index.aspx Or email: mailto:sercint...@si.edusercint...@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 Volunteer Coordinator PO Box 28 647 Contees Wharf Rd Edgewater, MD. 21037 443-482-2217 mailto:gustafs...@si.edugustafs...@si.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Summer research internship, undergraduate/graduate, Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
JUG BAY WETLANDS SANCTUARY: UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE SUMMER RESEARCH INTERNSHIP Application Deadline: February 27th, 2015. Term of Internship: Approximately 12 weeks: May August, 20155. Exact start and end time of internship will vary depending on research project and intern's availability. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview by March 16th, 2015. Financial Support:The Friends of Jug Bay will provide a $4,000 stipend. Offsite housing is available at no cost. Application Requirements: 1.A short proposal based on one of four specified research topics 2.One-page resume 3.Copies of unofficial transcripts 4.Two letters of recommendation 2015 Research Topics 1. Forest understory as a response to deer management 2. Linking accurate elevations to plant communities in a tidal freshwater wetland 3. Population status and breeding ecology of Prothonotary Warbler 4. Historical land use at Jug Bay Internship details available at: http://www.jugbay.org/http://www.jugbay.org/ Or http://www.friendsofjugbay.org/http://www.friendsofjugbay.org/ Send completed applications to Dr. Patricia Delgado at: mailto:rpdel...@aacounty.orgrpdel...@aacounty.org
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor of Rangeland and Forest Watershed Management - University of Wyoming
Assistant Professor of Rangeland and Forest Watershed Management (position number 1097), University of Wyoming The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management (ESM; http://www.uwyo.edu/esm/) of the University of Wyoming is recruiting a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Rangeland and Forest Watershed Management with a 45% Teaching, 45% Research, and 10% Service appointment. ESM is an interdisciplinary department, offering degrees in Soil Science, Entomology, Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management, and Agroecology, and several undergraduate minors including Forest Resources and Reclamation and Restoration Ecology. We are seeking a candidate for the Rangeland and Forest Watershed Management position that will integrate applied and basic research in rangeland and forest watersheds. The incumbent will have the opportunity to pursue research that bridges rangeland and forest management and hydrologic science. We seek candidates who investigate processes and feedbacks in rangeland and forest systems and their response to management. Research in this area is essential to effective multiple use management in systems that face an uncertain future due to natural and anthropogenic disturbances such as drought, climate change, insects and disease, energy exploration and development, and agricultural diversions. Candidates for this position are sought who have expertise in 1)applied field-based research and spatial analysis, and 2) stakeholder engagement. Required qualifications are an earned PhD at the time of hire in watershed or rangeland management, rangeland ecology, forest ecology, or a closely related area, demonstrated research productivity in the form of peer-refereed journal publications, and demonstrated ability for effective teaching. Preferred qualifications are postdoctoral or post-PhD research experience in watershed-related studies, a research focus on applied, spatial and field-based watershed management in rangeland or forest systems, experience in grantsmanship, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively with natural resource agencies, and demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, students, and staff. We are targeting an applicant who works productively in collaborative and interdisciplinary teams, is able to communicate research findings to a wide range of audiences, and conducts research in field-based science directed toward extensive land management with linkages to water resources, restoration ecology, and ecosystem function. Research will address rangeland and forest management and restoration issues in watersheds with an emphasis on plant-soil-water interactions at the watershed scale. The successful candidate will address processes underlying watershed responses to anthropogenic and climatic disturbances to provide compelling insights that enhance the impact of applied rangeland and forest research. The incumbent will teach 2 undergraduate courses (Wildland Watershed Management [REWM 4700] and Forest Management [RNEW 2100]) as well as a graduate course in their area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to advise undergraduate students and mentor graduate students. The service component includes outreach to State and Federal natural resource agencies, industry, agriculture, and energy sectors in the state. The incumbent will have a rich research and teaching environment and be able to engage with water resources faculty, the Wyoming Center for Environmental Hydrology and Geophysics (WyCEHG), Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources (ENR), Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center (WRRC), Program in Ecology (PiE), and School of Energy Resources (SER) at the University of Wyoming. To apply, send a CV, statement of research interests, statement of teaching interests, and contact information for three references as a single PDF document via email to the ESM Departmental Office Associate, Sarah Kauer Rangeland and Forest Watershed Management Position (ska...@uwyo.edu). Please direct questions specific to the position or search process to the search committee chair, Dr. Jeff Beck, Dept. of Ecosystem Science and Management, University of Wyoming, at jlb...@uwyo.edu. Review of applications will begin on February 12, 2015 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of ~32,000 in the Rocky Mountains. Located in a high mountain valley between the Laramie and Snowy Range Mountains, Laramie is immediately accessible to public lands providing a diversity of opportunities for summer and winter outdoor recreation. The community provides the advantages of a major university and a distinctive identity as an important city in the state. Laramie is 1-3 hours away from Colorado’s major cities, university communities along the Front Range, and a major international airport.
[ECOLOG-L] Tropical Coastal Ecology Position Available Immediately in Panama
Resident Lecturer in Tropical Coastal Ecology (PANAMA) Program Objective: The central theme of The School for Field Studies (SFS) Panama study abroad program is islands as a delicate system, with emphasis on the resources of Panama's spectacular coastal and marine environments. Students will explore several key interfaces: human and natural systems, terrestrial and marine ecosystems, and conservation and development. The goal of this undergraduate study abroad program is to assess the state of the archipelago's fragile natural habitats, define the main environmental issues, and understand the community goals in natural resource management. Our ultimate goal is to help islanders maintain balance and harmony between people and nature in this fragile ecosystem. Course Overview: The Tropical Coastal Ecology is a course that will provide fundamental knowledge necessary to understand the main ecological processes and interactions in a fragile marine island ecosystem. Basic ecological principles will be paired with field observation and measurement to understand the interdependencies of species, populations, communities and ecosystems in the coastal and marine environment, and with particular attention to the management of resources and environments for consumptive and non-consumptive use. Our studies will focus on the benthic, neritic, and on-shore coastal environments of Bocas del Toro with emphasis on coral reef, seagrass, and beach and intertidal zone, and mangrove habitats. Coastal terrestrial environments, such as swamps, streams and forest will also be considered for their interactions with the marine environment. We will also study the biology, ecology and behavior of important marine and coastal species in the area. These include the leatherback and hawksbill sea turtles, reef fish, lobster, and marine mammals. Finally, we will consider the impact of anthropogenic disturbance and global climate change to the fragile island ecosystem and the habitats and species upon which the livelihood and well-being of island residents depends. The successful candidate will provide high quality, modern and experiential teaching in critical environmental issues in an interdisciplinary curriculum and participate fully in the implementation of the program's research plan that addresses these issues. The publication of research results is critical. The successful candidate will work closely with the other program lecturers to deliver an interdisciplinary program through education and research in a field setting. Each lecturer is expected to provide high quality, inquiry-based teaching and will lead students in Directed Research projects defined in the program's research plan. Applicants are encouraged to review the course syllabi and programs descriptions on the SFS website: www.fieldstudies.org/panama Resident Lecturer - Duties and Responsibilities: Program 1. Teaching * As part of an interdisciplinary teaching team, teach one course and co-teach 1/3 of a second course on undergraduate research (minimum 67 lecture hours per semester) * Plan, revise, and effectively deliver a challenging, problem-based interdisciplinary curriculum * Organize lectures and prepare course materials in a timely and professional manner * Adhere to the daily academic schedule * Prepare, administer, and grade assignments, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations * Supervise and mentor up to 8 students in Directed Research projects * Actively support and counsel students on academic issues * Maintain records of lectures, exams, quizzes, readings, field experiences and homework assignments 2. Research * Conduct designated research according to the program's research plan * Identify appropriate components of the program's research plan suitable for student Directed Research projects * Prepare research results for clients and partners and for publication and conference presentations * Assist in the creation and implementation of program research policies, priorities, budgets as required * Follow data management, record keeping, and reporting systems * Present research findings at local and international conferences (budget dependent) 3. Administration * Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review and analysis following students' departure * Participate in training activities for new program staff prior to and during the program, particularly interns * Participate in and lead parts of the orientation and re-entry components of the program presented to students at the beginning and end of each program period * In cooperation with other program staff, provide day-to-day coordination of interns as delegated by the program director * Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems * Participate in preparation of the final reports,
[ECOLOG-L] North Star Science Technology Satellite Transmitter Grant Program
Hello all, Please circulate this far and wide! I especially need help getting this news to colleagues in Africa, Asia and Australasia/Oceania. So, if you are a member of list servers covering these regions, please forward this announcement on to them and let me know that you have done so (directly, please, NOT by responding to the list!). Thanks for your help in publicizing this opportunity. NORTH STAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSMITTER GRANT PROGRAM - North Star Science and Technology, LLC and American Bird Conservancy announce the 9th bi-annual North Star Science and Technology Transmitter Grant Program. In the spirit of giving back to the research community that they serve, North Star will award a total of eight (8) battery-powered or solar powered satellite transmitters (Argos Platform Transmitter Terminals (PTTs), GPS or Doppler, to 1-3 recipients (8 PTTs to one project or 4 PTTs to each of two projects, or 4 to one, 2 to one, and 2 to another). PTTs are powerful, cutting-edge tools for the study of bird migration that greatly extend the range over which individual birds can be tracked. Research that contributes to our knowledge of avian biology and that provides data useful for bird conservation, particularly of threatened species, will receive preference in the selection process. American Bird Conservancy (http://www.abcbirds.org) will handle the proposal submission process, review proposals, and select the winning projects. Please see http://www.northstarst.com/grant-program/programm-announcement/ for more information and proposal guidelines. Deadline for proposals is March 13, 2015. Applications and any further questions about the program can be directed to George E. Wallace, American Bird Conservancy (EM: gwall...@abcbirds.org; PH: 540-253-5780; FX: 540-253-5782). George E. Wallace, PhD Vice President, Oceans Islands Division American Bird Conservancy 4249 Loudoun Avenue P.O. Box 249 The Plains, VA 20198 USA Tel: 540-253-5780 Fax: 540-253-5782 E-mail: gwall...@abcbirds.org On the web at: www.abcbirds.org
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Students Conference ConforWest 2015 last chance to submit January 15th
Submission Form: http://goo.gl/forms/4fJstTTeWf Hello, The abstract submission deadline for CONFORWest 2015 has been extended! We’ve had a lot of responses, but there are still spaces open. Submit your abstract by January 15th, 2015 to secure your spot! CONFORWest 2015 will be held from February 5-8, 2015 at Friday Harbor Labs, located on beautiful San Juan Island in Washington State. There has been some interest from people who would like to attend but not necessarily present. We welcome submissions from everyone, even those who may not have a set thesis project or any results. We do, however, encourage you to present a poster or give an informal talk on some of the ideas or concepts you would like to focus on in your studies, present your proposal or even present work you have done in the past. If you still don't want to present anything we would ask you to still submit a statement of research interest/background and why you would like to attend. Please also answer the other applicable questions in the submission guidelines, as you would for an abstract submission. CONFORWest is an annual conference for graduate students, who are studying environmental sciences, forestry, and other natural resource management fields (including social sciences and humanities). It is organized by graduate students from northwestern North America, who hope to provide a unique and comfortable forum for discussing future challenges in resource management fields, while building networks with peers. We hope to expose graduate students to varying perspectives on environmental and forestry research from outside their disciplines and to encourage meaningful dialogue between students of different research backgrounds. Please, distribute among grad students. This is the sixth version of the conference and we want to keep it solid. Sincerely, The CONFORWest 2015 organizing committee
[ECOLOG-L] Job - Biological Field Technician UMCES Appalachian Laboratory, Frostburg, MD
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Appalachian Laboratory seeks a Biological Field Technician who will join a field sampling crew to collect biological, chemical, and physical data for stream assessment throughout the state of Maryland using Maryland Biological Stream Survey (MBSS) protocols and participate in other field data collection as assigned. This is a contractual position to begin Feb 25th, 2015 and continue to early September 2015, or later, depending on available work. Primary duties include: collecting and processing biological and chemical samples, conducting backpack electrofishing, and identifying captured organisms to species. Only candidates with previous field sampling experience will be considered for this position and candidates must be able to pass a fish identification certification examination. This position requires frequent work outdoors while traversing rough terrain with packs weighing up to 50lbs. Traveling long distances, overnight stays, irregular work schedules, and long hours will be required. Expected work weeks generally range from 35-55 hours per week, but will vary based on stream conditions and available work. Preferred Skills and Experience: Ability to identify the fishes, crayfishes, reptiles, and amphibians of Maryland to species. Coursework in ichthyology, herpetology, hydrology, and stream ecology. Experience in stream geomorphology assessment. Familiarity with backpack electrofishing, GPS units, benthic macro-invertebrate sampling, and map and compass navigation. Ability to adhere to sampling protocols and accurately record data. Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Ability to work well with others and treat other crew members and members of the public with respect. Ability to work independently and efficiently to complete assigned tasks. This is an hourly contingent status position with a starting rate of $13.00 per hour. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply. To apply, please send cover letter and resume by January 21st to: (electronic submissions preferred) Jason Cessna UMCES Appalachian Laboratory 301 Braddock Road. Frostburg, MD 21532 jces...@umces.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Webinar - TODAY! National Flood Interoperability Experiment
Join us TODAY, Wednesday, January 7th at 3:00 pm ET for the next webinar in the National Flood Interoperability Experiment series. This webinar will provide details regarding the NFIE Summer Institute including program themes, schedule, and application process. Connect to the webinar using the following: Wednesday, January 7th at 3:00 pm ET http://cuahsi.adobeconnect.com/cyberseminar/ US (Toll): 1-719-325-2630tel:1-719-325-2630 US (Toll Free): 1-855-747-8824tel:1-855-747-8824 Participant Passcode: 237 988 9581 For additional information, and to view previously recorded webinars, visit www.cuahsi.org/NFIEhttp://www.cuahsi.org/NFIE Questions? Contact ecl...@cuahsi.orgmailto:ecl...@cuahsi.org The academic community, coordinated by CUAHSI, is being invited by the National Weather Service and its partner federal agencies to participate in a National Flood Interoperability Experiment (NFIE) to help build a new high resolution, near real-time hydrologic simulation and forecasting model for the United States. This opportunity is created through the opening of a new National Water Center on the Tuscaloosa campus of the University of Alabama, which is to become the national center for river flow forecasting. The intent is to establish a research partnership with the academic community that will sustain innovation into the future. Join us TODAY, Wednesday, January 7th to learn more about this exciting new initiative!
[ECOLOG-L] Migratory Bird Resources
Migratory Bird Resources Explore this collection of information and multimedia about migrating birds on the Encyclopedia of Life. http://eol.org/collections/105714 About the Encyclopedia of Life (EOL) Our mission is to increase awareness and understanding of living nature through an Encyclopedia of Life that gathers, generates, and shares knowledge in an open, freely accessible and trusted digital resource. Encyclopedia of Life Harvard University Museum of Comparative Zoology 26 Oxford Street Cambridge, MA 02138 USA
[ECOLOG-L] Undergraduate Summer Research Program-Harvard Forest
The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology is an opportunity for students to participate in 11 weeks of mentored, paid, independent research focusing on the effects of natural and human disturbances on forest ecosystems, including global climate change, hurricanes, forest harvest, changing wildlife dynamics, and invasive species. Researchers come from many disciplines, and specific projects center on population and community ecology, paleoecology, land-use history, aquatic ecology, biochemistry, soil science, ecophysiology, and atmosphere-biosphere exchanges. We are now accepting applications for the 2015 summer program with a strict application deadline of Friday, February 6, 2015, 11:59PM EST. 2015 Summer Program Dates Monday, May 25 - Friday, August 7, 2015 • Stipend of $5500 for the 11-week session • Free furnished housing • Free full meal plan • Travel reimbursement for one round trip to the Harvard Forest campus in Petersham MA(federal grant restrictions apply) How to Apply: Online http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/other-tags/reu
[ECOLOG-L] Grad assistantship in geography/ecology at U. Nevada Reno
I anticipate bringing on a new graduate student (funded by an assistantship) for Fall 2015 at the University of Nevada, Reno (http://www.unr.edu). There are several active and overlapping projects that a new student could participate in; these involve avian landscape ecology and physiology, the American pika, remote sensing, GIS, climate change, and microclimatology. However, a new student could also develop a project along her/his own interests. A diverse set of skills and backgrounds could be useful, but most of our work involves coding (R, Python, IDL, Matlab), statistics/modeling, and geoprocessing (remote sensing, GIS). Some LCB members are conservation/ecologically oriented, while others are more towards hydrology and climate science. All are spatial. All are good lab-mates. If you are interested, please send an e-mail [subject: grad application] to talbright [at] unr.edu and attach 1) a cv/resume, 2) unofficial transcripts/GRE scores, and 3) a one page letter letting me know your interests, goals, and key qualifications. Please send me materials by 11 Jan, so I can provide feedback giving you time to submit a full application to the university by 1 Feb. Currently the Lab of Conservation Biogeography (https://lcbatunr.wordpress.com) consists of 3 masters students, 2 PhD students, a postdoc, and me, Professor Tom Albright. I can advise students in the Geography Masters and PhD programs (http://www.unr.edu/geography) and in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology PhD Program (http://www.unr.edu/eecb). We have collaborations at several other universities and government agencies and field sites in Nevada and Arizona. Most likely, initial funding will come from a TAship ($1650 monthly stipend, tuition paid, other benefits (incl. health plan)) however opportunities for fellowships and research funding will be pursued. Current students have been supported fellowships and grants funded by NASA, NSF, LCC, and other sources. TAs for Masters students are typically offered 2 years and for PhD students are offered for 3 years. Life in Reno is very good with an affordable cost of living and many opportunities for outdoor (and indoor) recreation. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thomas P. Albright Assistant Professor Laboratory for Conservation Biogeography Department of Geography Program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology University of Nevada, Reno 104A (office)/209 (lab) Mackay Science Hall - Mailstop 0154 Reno, NV 89557-0154 office: +1 775-784-6673 | lab: +1 775-784-6671 | fax: +1 775-784-1058 e-mail: talbri...@unr.edu | Twitter: @AlbrightLCB http://wolfweb.unr.edu/~talbright/LCB
[ECOLOG-L] FW: Seeking U.S. nominations for GEO-6 (deadline January 19)
Subject: Federal register notice for US nominations for GEO -6 Governments, along with other stakeholder groups, have been invited to nominate experts to participate in the GEO–6 assessment. The Department of State is coordinating the recommendation of experts to the United Nations Environment Programme for GEO–6. The purpose of GEO–6 is to provide a comprehensive, integrated, and scientifically credible global environmental assessment to support decision-making processes. Candidates may be nominated directly at http://hqweb.unep.org/dewa/dewa_mvc_vb/form/Default.aspx?param1=geo6param2=berlin. For nominations to be considered within the U.S. government nomination process, they must also be submitted electronically to the United States Department of State, Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues (matusza...@state.gov and latha...@state.gov), which is coordinating the U.S. government nominations. DATES: Nominations should be received no later than January 19, 2015. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John Matuszak of the Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues, U.S. Department of State, is serving as the coordinator of this nomination process. Mr. Matuszak can be reached at email matusza...@state.gov, or telephone 1–202–647–9278. Please copy Michael Latham at email latha...@state.gov, or telephone 1–201–647–1126.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc at Los Alamos on Tropical Forest Mortality
Postdoctoral fellowship in climate impacts on tropical forests at Los Alamos National Laboratory. Summary: A postdoctoral position is available within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Division to explore patterns of tree mortality in tropical forests and their potential impact on the tropical forest carbon cycle. Using large-scale and long-term plot data, the successful candidate will test hypotheses on climatic, environmental, and functional mechanisms driving spatial and temporal variation in tropical tree mortality. The successful applicant will work with long-term inventory datasets that span the tropics, and will work as part of a team of empirical and modeling focused researchers. The project is part of an innovative, multi-institutional effort (Next Generation Ecosystem Experiment-Tropics) focused on determining the fate of tropical forests as climate changes. Required skills include experience analyzing and interpreting large datasets, demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, effective written and oral communication skills, willingness to work in a team environment, and a Ph.D. pending or received within the last five years. Desired skills include knowledge of physiological, ecosystem, population, or community ecology and programming in R, matlab or Python. We encourage applicants who can work across disciplines and draw upon large and unique data sets to study linkages between large-scale climate and forest processes. For more information or to apply For details of postdoc benefits and life at LANL, please see http://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/postdoc-program/. Please send a resume and a short statement of your future research goals to Nate McDowell (mcdow...@lanl.gov, http://climateresearch.lanl.gov/). Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious J. Robert Oppenheimer, Richard P. Feynman or Frederick Reines Fellowships. For general information about LANL’s postdoctoral program please refer to the above Postdoctoral Program page.
[ECOLOG-L] BES Symposium - Demography Beyond the Population - March 24-26, 2015
Registration and abstract submission is open for the British Ecological Society Symposium Demography Beyond the Population to be held in Sheffield, UK March 24-26, 2015. Preceding workshops will be offered on March 23. The symposium and preceding workshops aim to highlight the emerging role of demographic tools as bridges across ecological, spatial, and temporal scales. Specific themes include evolutionary demography, environmental and physiological drivers of population dynamics, communities and coexistence, species ranges and spread, conservation and global change, and methodological advances. Registration and information can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/bes-beyond-demog *Preceeding Workshops* offered on March 23: --Advanced applications of matrix population models: age-x-stage (and related) demographic models -Hal Caswell --Integral projection models (IPMs) in population ecology and evolutionary biology -IPMpack Team --Demographic, equilibrium and evolutionary analysis of structured population models with continuous development: a general methodology and software package -André M. de Roos --Bayesian Survival Trajectory Analysis in R using BaSTA -Fernando Colchero and Owen Jones Organizers: Alden Griffith (agrif...@wellesley.edu), Rob Salguero-Gómez, Cory Merow, Sean McMahon, Jessica Metcalf, Dylan Childs. Speakers: Yvonne Buckley Hal Caswell Elizabeth Crone Johan Ehrlén Stephen Ellner Jordan Golubov Alden Griffith Dave Hodgson Eelke Jongejans Sean McMahon Cory Merow Jessica Metcalf Maria del Carmen Mandujano Arpat Ozgul Drew Purves Mark Rees Rob Salguero-Gómez Frank Schurr Shripad Tuljapukar Maria Uriarte Full URL: http://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/events/current_future_meetings/d emography-beyond-the-population-bes-annual-symposium/
[ECOLOG-L] Support Available for Activities at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
*Support Available for Activities at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis *March 1, 2015 is the deadline for requests for support for Working Groups, Investigative Workshops, Sabbaticals, and Short-term Visitors for activities beginning fall/winter 2015 at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS). All areas of research at the interface of biology and mathematics will be considered, but we are especially interested in activities expanding beyond the areas of research supported to date. Potential organizers of activities in areas of molecular biology, cell biology, network biology, immunology and systems biology are particularly encouraged to submit requests for support of Working Groups or Investigative Workshops. NIMBioS, located at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, is an NSF-sponsored initiative to foster interdisciplinary research at the interface between mathematical and biological sciences. The institute's mission is to cultivate cross-disciplinary approaches in mathematical biology and to develop a cadre of researchers who address fundamental and applied biological problems in creative ways. Additional support for NIMBioS comes from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. More details are posted at http://www.nimbios.org *Related Links:* NIMBioS Working Groups http://www.nimbios.org/workinggroups/ NIMBioS Investigative Workshops http://www.nimbios.org/workshops/ Postdoctoral Fellowships http://www.nimbios.org/postdocs/ Sabbaticals http://www.nimbios.org/visitors/sabbatical Short-term Visits http://www.nimbios.org/visitors/ * Catherine Crawley, Ph.D. Communications Manager National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) University of Tennessee 1122 Volunteer Blvd, Ste. 106 Knoxville, TN 37996 e ccraw...@nimbios.org mailto:ccraw...@nimbios.org t +1 865 974 9350 tel:+1%20865%20974%209350 f +1 865 974 9461 tel:+1%20865%20974%209461 http://www.nimbios.org http://www.facebook.com/nimbios http://twitter.com/nimbios To receive email notifications of blog updates, click here http://www.nimbios.org/wordpress/subscribe2updates/ http://www.nimbios.org/wordpress/subscribe2updates/ To subscribe to our bi-monthly newsletter, click here http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001RgvbKVLa7a4Psoj8H7c43A%3D%3D
[ECOLOG-L] Job Posting: Wetland (404) Specialist = MO
Missouri Department of Transportation - Environmental Section Application Deadline: 1/22/2015 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Number of Positions: 2 Human Resources: (573) 751-2923 Job Post ID: 7514 Job Summary: --- Environmental Specialist - Safety Sensitive (Wetland Specialist) --- The environmental specialist - safety sensitive performs routine entry-level activities in regard to assisting the environmental studies unit in an effort to comply with environmental regulations. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision. --- Intermediate Environmental Specialist - Safety Sensitive (Wetland Specialist) --- The intermediate environmental specialist - safety sensitive performs varied and moderately complex activities with regard to ensuring that assigned projects comply with federal and state environmental regulations. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision. --- Senior Environmental Specialist - Safety Sensitive (Wetland Specialist) --- The senior environmental specialist - safety sensitive performs varied and complex activities with regard to ensuring department compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision. Special Working Conditions/Job Characteristics: --- Environmental Specialist - Safety Sensitive (Wetland Specialist) --- Preferred experience and/or knowledge of wetland delineation, Section 404 permitting, and wetland/stream mitigation plan development. This position will be responsible for wetland specialist duties. Additional work experience in either of the following areas is desirable: permit compliance relating to Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) regulation; performing fieldwork, preparation of Biological Assessments, and conducting consultations with the USFWS regarding species protected by the Endangered Species Act. Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials since the position is responsible for assisting with winter operations. Job requires regular, statewide or out-of-state, overnight travel. Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions. Please see links for more details: https://www6.modot.mo.gov/eHrJobsWeb/joapdf.pdf?id=7514display=internet http://www.modot.org/jobs/
