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Fwd: ECOLOG-L Digest - 1 Feb 2009 to 2 Feb 2009 (#2009-34)
Another great ecolog listing if you're on the job hunt.
Chris Hohnholt
School of Forest Resources & Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University
906 487-2417
forest.mtu.edu
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There are 17 messages totalling 781 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Ecosystems and agronomy Definit ion of agroecosystem Re: [ECOLO G-L] The
Role of Ecosystem (mana gement) in Climate Change Adapt ation”
2. Postdoctoral position in conservation and invasion ecology at the
University of Bern, Switzerland
3. Job: Wetland plant ecologist
4. Job Announcement: Biological Sci. Tech. (Amphibians) GS-0404-08
5. Postdoc Position - Evolutionary Theory/ Mathematical Biology
6. MS assistantships - restoration ecology
7. ESA SEEDS 2009 Field Trip Opportunity for Undergraduate
8. Tacoma Power looking for seasonal employees April-Sept. 2009
9. Summer field crew leader - Wisconsin forest dynamics
10. Volunteer Field Assistants Needed-Columbian Ground Squirrels in Canada
11. Restoration Ecology/Conservation Biology Internships
12. Postdoctoral Associate for large-scale coastal ecosystem flooding
experiment
13. REU Program in Integrated Ecology at Bradley University
14. Summer REU: Biofuels
15. February 26 is ESA's abstract deadline for contributed oral and poster
presentations at Annual Meeting
16. Snowy Plover Internship CORRECTION
17. REU Program in Ecological Genetics at Texas A&M
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Date: Sun, 1 Feb 2009 21:50:57 -0800
From: Wayne Tyson <landrest@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Ecosystems and agronomy Definit ion of agroecosystem Re: [ECOLO G-L] The Role of Ecosystem (mana gement) in Climate Change Adapt ation=?utf-8?Q?=E2=80=9D?=
Honorable Forum:
David referred me to Wikipedia for a definition of "agroecosystem." I read
it and I don't like it. Can anyone tell me why I should or shouldn't? Can
anyone come up with a better definition?
WT
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From: "Wayne Tyson" <landrest@xxxxxxx>
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Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2009 11:55 AM
Subject: Ecosystems and agronomy Definition Re: [ECOLOG-L] The Role of
Ecosystem (management) in Climate Change Adaptation”
> Would anyone please define "agro-ecosystems" for me?
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> Thanks,
> WT
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> From: "Tingem Munang" <munangrichmusa@xxxxxxxxx>
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> Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2009 11:13 PM
> Subject: [ECOLOG-L] The Role of Ecosystem (management) in Climate Change
> Adaptation”
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> Colleagues,
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> Greetings
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> I will be designing and teaching on “The Role of Ecosystem (management) in
> Climate Change Adaptation”. I am searching for material/publications on
> this.
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> I would be extremely grateful for any suggestions for good readings.
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> In addition, if any of you have any papers that you would be willing to
> share that would also be very helpful.
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> Thanks in advance for your time!
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> R. M. Tingem, Ph.D.
> Research Scientist - Agro-Ecosystems
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 07:43:38 -0500
From: =?ISO-8859-1?Q?Mark_van_Kleunen?= <vkleunen@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Postdoctoral position in conservation and invasion ecology at the University of Bern, Switzerland
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoc to work in a project on
determinants of invasiveness and rarity of plants.
The work will involve meta-analysis of existing studies, and field and
garden experiments on a large number of confamilial groups, each including
an invasive alien species, a non-invasive alien species, a common native
species, a species that has been rare for a long time and a species that has
become rare recently.
The position will be with Prof. Dr Markus Fischer and Dr Mark van Kleunen in
the Plant Ecology group at the Institute of Plant Sciences of the University
of Bern (http://www.botany.unibe.ch/planteco/index.php), Switzerland.
We offer a stimulating research environment in a beautiful city close to the
Alps. In addition to projects on invasive and rare plants, our group is
involved in projects on evolutionary and molecular plant ecology, plant
population biology and community ecology. The position is funded by the NCCR
Plant Survival, and will be for a period of 2.5 years, starting 1 April 2009.
Requirements for the position include a PhD in biology, a proven record of
research, experience with large experiments, a driver�s license and strong
statistical skills.
For more information on this position and research in our lab contact Mark
van Kleunen at vkleunen@xxxxxxxxxxxx or Markus Fischer at
markus.fischer@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Applicants should e-mail a short statement of research interests, curriculum
vitae, and contact details of three references to both Mark van Kleunen at
vkleunen@xxxxxxxxxxxx and Markus Fischer at markus.fischer@xxxxxxxxxxxxx In
addition, they should also apply through the NCCR homepage
(http://www2.unine.ch/nccr/page26549.html). The application deadline is 22
February 2009.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 09:31:03 -0500
From: =?ISO-8859-1?Q?=3D=3FISO-8859-1=3FQ=3FErik=5FNoonburg=3F=3D?=
<noonburg@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Job: Wetland plant ecologist
WETLAND PLANT ECOLOGIST
The Department of Biological Sciences, Florida Atlantic University, invites
applications for a tenure track Assistant Professorship in Wetland Plant
Ecology at the Davie campus. The Department has BS and MS programs in
Biological Sciences, and participates in College-wide programs for a PhD in
Integrative Biology and MS in Environmental Sciences. FAU is embarking on a
new Everglades research partnership with several state and federal agencies;
the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a major
contribution to the partnership and the Environmental Sciences Program
www.science.fau.edu/biology/envirosci. We seek an individual with a strong
background in wetland ecosystems and plant biology. Possible areas of
specialty may include invasive species biology, plant community dynamics,
physiological ecology, disturbance ecology, and issues related to climate
change. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous,
extramurally funded research program, take advantage of a new 3,000-sq. ft.
modern greenhouse/headhouse, to interact productively with faculty in
ongoing research of South Florida ecosystems, and to contribute as
appropriate to advisory service. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant
discipline, demonstrated potential for establishing programs of funded
research, and clear promise of excellent teaching. Teaching will include
contributions to the undergraduate and graduate programs in the areas of
botany and environmental science.
Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and
research interests, copies of up to three representative publications, and
names and contact information of three references to: Search Committee for
Wetland Plant Ecologist, Department of Biological Sciences, 2912 College
Ave., Florida Atlantic University, Davie, Fl 33314. Search committee chair:
Dr. John Baldwin; jbaldwin@xxxxxxx 954-236-1151.
Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed beginning
February 5, 2009. Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal
Access/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 10:58:22 -0500
From: Evan H Grant <ehgrant@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Job Announcement: Biological Sci. Tech. (Amphibians) GS-0404-08
Job Announcement: Biological Science Technician GS-0404-08
USGS PATUXENT WILDLIFE RESEARCH CENTER
The U.S. Geological Survey?s Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative=20
Northeast program will be hiring full time biological science technician=20
to support research in amphibian populations in the northeastern United=20
States. This is a term position: to be filled for a term of one year,=20
renewable for up to three years. The technician will be a member of a=20
science team conducting amphibian surveys at National Parks and National=20
Wildlife Refuges in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia (e.g.=20
C&O Canal National Historic Park, Patuxent Research Refuge, Prince William =
Forest Park, Rock Creek Park, and Shenandoah National Park). Field work=20
involves identifying, catching, measuring, and marking amphibians, and=20
collecting water quality and environmental data. The technician will be=20
required to conduct field surveys using techniques including visual=20
encounter surveys, dip netting, stream transect searches, temporary=20
removal sampling, and conducting a mark-recapture study using visual=20
implant elastomer. All fieldwork will be conducted as part of teams of=20
2-3 people, so a demonstrated ability and desire to work effectively with=20
a group is imperative.
In addition, the technician provides support for the ARMI lead researcher=20
by completing data processing (data entry and quality control). The=20
technician creates summaries, and conducts preliminary analyses as=20
directed by supervisory researchers. The technician also completes=20
graphical presentations of field and laboratory data as needed for=20
publication and other presentations. The position also requires database=20
and website management.
Previous field experience with amphibians common in the Northeast US is=20
highly recommended. The position requires the use of GPS units, digital=20
cameras, and computer software for data entry and presentation (e.g.=20
Microsoft Excel, Access). The successful applicant may also be asked to=20
mark amphibians with injectable florescent elastomer. Most of the work is =
outdoors, sometimes under harsh or hot conditions or in rain. The=20
position requires good physical condition, as the job requires long hours=20
in the field (including some night-time surveys) and hiking with up to 25=20
pounds of equipment. Some overnight travel may be required.=20
The position will be located at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in=20
Laurel, MD, and will be advertised at the GS-08 level.
Please apply for the position through the usajobs.gov website, search=20
under position # ER-2009-0132.
For more information contact:
Evan Grant (ehgrant@xxxxxxxx; preferred)
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
12100 Beech Forest Road
Laurel, Maryland 20708-4038
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 10:09:45 -0500
From: Troy Day <tday@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Postdoc Position - Evolutionary Theory/ Mathematical Biology
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Evolutionary Theory/Mathematical Biology
Applications are sought from outstanding researchers for a 2-year postdoctoral position in
evolutionary theory, working in the lab of Dr. Troy Day in the Departments of Mathematics and
Statistics and the Department of Biology at Queen�s University (www.mast.queensu.ca/~tday).
The specific research topic is open, with current projects in the lab focusing on developing
theory for kin selection and spatial models of evolution, host/parasite epidemiology and
(co)evolution, evolutionary immunopathology, genomic imprinting and nongenetic inheritance,
and coral bleaching. The successful applicant will be free to conduct research in any of these or
other related areas of interest. Ideally the position will be taken up by Sept. 1, 2009 but there is
some flexibility in start date. Salary will be C$40,000 per year.
Information about the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the Department of Biology, and
Queen�s University can be found at www.mast.queensu.ca, http://biology.queensu.ca and
www.queensu.ca respectively.
To apply, send a current CV and a statement of research interest to Troy Day via email
(tday@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx). Please include the names of 2-3 potential referees, but applicants need
not solicit reference letters at this stage. Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2009
and continue until the position is filled.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 11:35:48 -0500
From: Tim Nuttle <nuttle@xxxxxxx>
Subject: MS assistantships - restoration ecology
I invite applicants for graduate assistantships in my lab at in the
Biology Department at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
(http://www.iup.edu/biology), the largest university in the PA State
System of Higher Education.
A description of possible projects can be found on my website
(http://nsm1.nsm.iup.edu/nuttle/).
I am especially seeking applicants for the following projects:
1. Restoration and reforestation of reclaimed surface mines.
2. Impacts of forest change on birds.
Interested individuals should send a CV and unofficial transcripts to me
(nuttle@xxxxxxx). Successful applicants will receive a tuition waiver
and stipend (about $12,000 per year).
--
Tim Nuttle, PhD
Assistant Professor, Ecology
Department of Biology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
114 Weyandt Hall
Indiana, PA 15705
http://nsm1.nsm.iup.edu/nuttle/
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 12:45:14 -0500
From: =?windows-1252?Q?Erin_Vinson?= <erin@xxxxxxx>
Subject: ESA SEEDS 2009 Field Trip Opportunity for Undergraduate
The Ecological Society of America�s SEEDS (Strategies for Ecology
Education, Diversity, and Sustainability) program is pleased to announce
its Spring 2009 Field Trip. Student Field Trips meet the SEEDS mission by
providing exciting opportunities for underrepresented undergraduate
students to explore their interest in ecology. Field trips allow students
to spend four to seven days at an ecologically significant site, such as a
field station, research laboratory, or national park, learning about the
science of ecology, exploring career options, and seeing the practical
applications of ecology.
The 2009 SEEDS Spring Field Trip will take place from June 7-13 at the
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) in Crested Butte, Colorado.
This field trip provides a unique opportunity for students to learn from,
and perhaps contribute to, scientific research programs taking place at
the research station.
For more information about SEEDS field trips and to apply for the Spring
2009 field trip, please visit us online at
http://www.esa.org/seeds/fieldtrips/. All applications for this field
trip must be received by midnight on February 23, 2009.
Please contact Erin Vinson at erin@xxxxxxx or 202-833-8773 with any
questions.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 09:42:29 -0800
From: "Sergeant, Chris" <CSergeant@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Tacoma Power looking for seasonal employees April-Sept. 2009
Hi All,
Please see the link and job description below for a seasonal position
with Tacoma Power. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable
experience in fisheries, especially if you are interested in working
with salmon.
Potential applicants should feel free to email or call me with
questions.
Sincerely,
Chris Sergeant | Tacoma Power
Office: (253) 502-8137 | Cell: (425) 829-1321
Fax: (253) 502-8396 | www.tacomapower.com
csergeant@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
***
https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/psmfc/PublicJobs/controller.cf
m?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10441&esid=az
Tacoma Power is looking for motivated, upbeat individuals for this
seasonal, approximately six-month position from April 2009 to September
2009. Successful applicants will be working on a three-person crew
collecting juvenile salmon migrating within the Cowlitz River
Hydroelectric Project. Fish will be transported downstream of the
Project to continue their seaward migration. These fish collection
activities supplement the ongoing work at Cowlitz Falls Dam, where
Tacoma Power and Lewis County Public Utility District are working to
improve the dam's downstream fish collection system.
The three-person crew will operate and maintain several fish collection
gears, including beach seines, Merwin traps, and inclined plane traps.
The crew will also be responsible for transporting fish to the Cowlitz
Salmon Hatchery six to seven days per week, where fish will reside for
one to two days before leaving the facility and migrating downstream.
Other various duties such as assisting with evaluations of the
downstream transport program and other studies will be required as they
arise at both the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery and Cowlitz Falls Dam. This
job provides ideal experience for those pursuing a career in aquatic and
fisheries sciences. The work takes place in a beautiful setting and will
expose employees to one of Washington State's most popular river
destinations.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 13:06:29 -0500
From: "=?iso-8859-1?Q?Sarah_E._Johnson?=" <sejohnson7@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Summer field crew leader - Wisconsin forest dynamics
The Waller lab at UW-Madison seeks someone knowledgeable in temperate
forest understory plant identification to lead a summer field crew in
southern Wisconsin. We prefer to hire an individual with student status
in the fall, but will also consider non-students with the skills we are
looking for. Please pass this along to those that may be qualified.
JOB DESCRIPTION: We seek an enthusiastic person skilled in plant
identification of herbs, shrubs, and trees of North America with some
prior fieldwork experience. This person will lead a crew of 2-3 people in
the collection of data on vegetation composition, plant traits, and
earthworm abundance in Wisconsin forests. The position will be based in
Madison (housing not provided) but will require travel, including some
overnight stays away from Madison. On average the position will be 3-4
days a week in the field and 1-2 days in the lab. The applicant should
hold a driver's license with a good record. Start and end dates are
negotiable. Pay ranges from $9 - $12 an hour based on experience. For
more information on work in the Waller lab see
http://www.botany.wisc.edu/waller/
TO APPLY: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact
information for two references to Kathryn Amatangelo (kamatang@xxxxxxxxx).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 12:46:44 -0500
From: =?windows-1252?Q?Jeff_Lane?= <Jeff.Lane@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Volunteer Field Assistants Needed-Columbian Ground Squirrels in Canada
Field Assistants Required
Columbian ground squirrels
Sheep River Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada
We are looking for 3 volunteers to assist with fieldwork from April 01 to
May 15, 2009, with the possibility of extension to July 15. The project
investigates the evolutionary ecology of Columbian ground squirrels. As a
member of the study, assistants will be involved with monitoring the
phenology (when animals emerge from hibernation), reproduction and
survival of individuals. Fieldwork will involve live-trapping and handling
of animals, behavioural observation and assistance with the measurement of
physiological (metabolism) traits on free-ranging animals. This is an
excellent opportunity to gain experience working with a collaborative
research team on a long-term study of a wild mammal. All fieldwork is
carried out in the spectacular Rocky Mountains of western Alberta, Canada.
We will be staying at the University of Calgary�s field station in Sheep
River Provincial Park, Alberta. You will interact with other researchers
working with ground squirrels on a diversity of projects in behavioural
and population ecology. Additionally, the field station is home to a
number of other researchers working on a variety of projects, ranging from
insects to large mammals.
Food and accommodation costs are covered as are travel costs to the field
station.
Training will be provided and no experience is necessary, but candidates
should have an interest in ecology and evolutionary biology, enjoy the
outdoors and be optimistic.
If you wish to apply for a post then please send a CV with a cover letter
and contact details of three references (with e-mail address) to Jeff Lane
(contact info below), by February 28, 2009.
Contact: Dr. Jeffrey Lane
E-mail: Jeff.Lane@xxxxxxxx
Institute of Evolutionary Biology
Kings Buildings
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh
EH9 3JT
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 13:53:04 -0500
From: =?ISO-8859-1?Q?Institute_for_Applied_Ecology?= <robm@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Restoration Ecology/Conservation Biology Internships
Institute for Applied Ecology
Dedicated to native ecosystem conservation, research, and education
________________________________________
PO Box 2855, Corvallis OR 97339-2855
phone: 541-753-3099 fax: 541-753-3098
Restoration Ecology and Conservation Biology Paid Internships
The Institute for Applied Ecology (www.appliedeco.org) will be hiring up to
nine interns this summer for field work and related activities. Our paid
positions are intended to provide field experience to individuals
considering conservation biology or restoration ecology as a career.
Internships are partially supported by the Native Plant Society of Oregon,
and interns are encouraged to write short articles for the NPSO Bulletin.
PRAIRIE RESTORATION RESEARCH: (3 positions) Interns will help on a large
scale research project studying prairie restoration methods in Oregon,
Washington, and British Columbia. Field work will involve botanical
surveys, soil sampling, and other ecological measurements. Applicants with
plant identification skills are particularly encouraged to apply.
Approximately 65% of the work is conducted out-of-town/overnight (mostly in
Washington). Applicants MUST be able to start mid-April. Internships are
10 weeks with the potential for an extension.
CONSERVATION RESEARCH (3 positions): Interns will work on a variety of
projects throughout the summer including rare plant habitat surveys,
threatened and endangered species research and monitoring, and invasive
species research throughout the state of Oregon. Approximately 50% of the
work is conducted out-of-town/overnight (accommodations include both hotels
and primitive camping sites). Applicants MUST be able to start by the second
week of May, with preference to those who can start in mid- to late-April.
Internships will last 12 weeks, with the potential for an extension.
PRAIRIE SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN (2-3 positions) Interns will
complete habitat assessments on public and private lands in Benton County,
OR. Fieldwork (daytrips from Corvallis) will include general botanical
survey and surveys for threatened and endangered plant species. Applicants
with plant identification skills or familiarity with Willamette Valley flora
are encouraged to apply. Applicants MUST be able to start by the first week
of May, with preference to those who can start in mid- to late-April.
Position will run through early July.
We encourage you to visit our website, www.appliedeco.org for more
information on these projects.
Qualifications:
�Interest in conservation biology, restoration ecology, botany
�Plant identification and ecological research skills (or enthusiastic
willingness to learn)
�Attention to detail
�Ability to work long hours in hot, dry and cold, wet conditions with
exposure to poison oak
�Ability to hike up to 3 miles carrying a 30 pound pack and work in a
bent-over/kneeling/sitting position for long periods of time
Compensation: $9.00/hr plus travel expenses associated with overnight field
work (food and lodging). Housing in Corvallis is not provided.
To Apply: Applications must be emailed to jobs@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx no later than
Monday, February 17, 2009. Include a letter of interest stating when you
would be available to start work (this is a MUST) and which project(s) you
would prefer, resume, transcripts (unofficial is fine), and two letters of
recommendation. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Non-U.S.
residents must also include a copy of their work visa. Applications will be
considered upon receipt.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 14:21:57 -0500
From: =?windows-1252?Q?Jeffrey_Chambers?= <chambers@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Postdoctoral Associate for large-scale coastal ecosystem flooding experiment
Postdoctoral Associate for large-scale coastal ecosystem flooding
experiment
The Division of Earth and Ecological Sciences at Tulane University is
seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to help lead a DOE-funded Gulf Coast
ecosystem sea level rise and storm surge experiment. The experiment will
utilize large enclosures, ecophysiological sensors, and advanced command
and control systems, to manipulate water height and salinity levels and
test hypotheses associated with marsh and coastal forest response to
climate change. Highly motivated individuals interested in playing a key
role in developing a large-scale experimental manipulation study are
encouraged to apply. Research experience with one or more of the following
is desired: wetlands science, field ecology, ecophysiological studies, data
acquisition and control, environmental sensors, and computer programming.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in ecological or earth sciences, or a related
discipline, and the appointment will be for two years with an anticipated
start date of March 2009 (flexible). Applicants should send an email with
a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests, and names and contact
information for three referees, with the title �NICCR experiment postdoc�
to Dr. Jeffrey Chambers chambers@xxxxxxxxxxx Review of applications will be
carried out in early February. Tulane University is an equal employment
opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to excellence through
diversity.
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:39:13 -0500
From: =?iso-8859-1?Q?Sherri_morris?= <sjmorris@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: REU Program in Integrated Ecology at Bradley University
Please encourage your students to apply.
**********************
REU Program in Integrated Ecology
Bradley University's Biology Department is recruiting six undergraduate
students to participate in a 10-week intensive summer research experience
in integrated ecology. From June 8 - August 14, 2009, participants will
work in collaborative research teams and will gain experience in molecular,
physiological, organismal, community and ecosystem approaches to address
real environmental problems along the Illinois River Corridor. Previous
research has included forest and wetland ecology, invasive species, river
ecosystem health, and the effects of land-use change on soil and plants.
Participants will receive training in techniques necessary to carry out
their research, as well as engage in weekly talks about broader scientific
topics and ethical practices. Projects will culminate in a final report
and presentation of results at an end-of-summer scientific colloquium.
Students will receive a $3,500 fellowship stipend, $1,000 food stipend,
free on-campus housing, and travel funds. Minority and female students are
strongly encouraged to apply.
The program is funded through the National Science Foundation's Research
Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. We especially encourage
applications from underrepresented minorities and from students from 2-year
institutions. All participants must be U.S. Citizens or permanent
residents, and must be planning to enroll as an undergraduate in an
accredited college or university in the fall of 2009.
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 2, 2009.
Successful applicants will be notified on or before April 3, 2009.
Applications are available at
http://www.bradley.edu/academics/las/bio/research/underGrad.shtml
Questions may be directed to Dustin Hermann at dherrmann@xxxxxxxxxxx
Dr. Sherri Morris
Biology Department
Bradley University
1501 W. Bradley Avenue
Peoria IL 61625
(309) 677-3016 (office)
(309) 677-3558 (fax)
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:52:28 -0500
From: Gwen Pearson <pearso78@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Summer REU: Biofuels
Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center Undergraduate Fellowships
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services from Bioenergy Cropping Systems
Six positions for Summer 2009
http://www.kbs.msu.edu/reu/biofuelreu.php
These summer fellowships will give you an opportunity to conduct full-
time research under the supervision of faculty. In addition to
working with a mentor on an individual research project, students
participate in weekly discussions focusing on environmental,
ecological, and economic implications of alternative biofuel practices.
Compensation:
* $3700 stipend, plus free room and board; $450 to cover travel
Application Deadline: March 2nd, 2009
Full details of research project topics and application forms online:
http://www.kbs.msu.edu/reu/biofuelreu.php
Come and learn at beautiful Kellogg Biological Station this Summer!
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Gwen Pearson, PhD
Assistant Director for Education and Outreach
Kellogg Biological Station
http://www.kbs.msu.edu
pearso78@xxxxxxxxxxx
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:23:51 -0500
From: =?windows-1252?Q?Aleta_Wiley?= <aleta@xxxxxxx>
Subject: February 26 is ESA's abstract deadline for contributed oral and poster presentations at Annual Meeting
Call for Contributed Oral and Poster Abstracts
94th ESA Annual Meeting
Albuquerque, New Mexico
August 2 - 7, 2009
Deadline for Submission: February 26, 2009
We invite submission of abstracts for contributed oral and poster
presentations at the 2009 ESA Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held
August 2-7, 2009, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the Albuquerque
Convention Center. Abstracts that address the meeting theme, �Ecological
Knowledge and a Global Sustainable Society�, are especially encouraged,
but submissions may address any aspect of ecology and its applications. We
also welcome submissions reporting interdisciplinary work, that address
communication with broad audiences, or that explore ways of teaching
ecology at any level.
Please note that invited speakers for Symposia and Organized Oral Sessions
should not submit their abstracts until they receive specific instructions
by email in late January. These abstracts will still be due on February
26, 2009.
Contributed oral presentations are allotted 15 minutes plus 5 minutes for
questions, and will be placed in thematic sessions scheduled Monday
afternoon through Friday morning. By submitting an abstract, it is
expected that authors will be available during any of these time slots.
Contributed poster presentations are placed in late afternoon poster
sessions scheduled Monday through Thursday afternoon. Posters should be
hung all day preceding their session, and authors are expected to present
their posters during the entire 90 minute poster session.
For more information and to begin the submission process, please go to
http://esa.org/albuquerque/call_abstracts.php.
If you have any questions, please contact Program Assistant Aleta Wiley
(Aleta@xxxxxxx) or Program Chair Scott Franklin (Scott.Franklin@xxxxxxxx).
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:42:16 -0500
From: =?windows-1252?Q?=3D=3Fwindows-1252=3FQ=3FLacey=5FHughey=3F=3D?=
<muddycutter2000@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Snowy Plover Internship CORRECTION
Looking for an enthusiastic intern to assist plover biologists at POINT
REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE, CA with:
�Snowy Plover nest monitoring
�Educational outreach
�Nest exclosure construction and maintenance
Intern will work 8 to 10 hour days, 3-5 days per week. Candidate must be
in good physical condition and able to walk on the beach up to 10 miles
per day carrying a 20 pound pack. Approximate start and end dates are:
March 16, 2009-September 16, 2009. Position is unpaid.
For more information, please contact:
Lacey Hughey
lacey_hughey@xxxxxxx
(415) 464-5100 X 5910
-OR-
Natalie Gates
natalie_gates@xxxxxxx
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 18:47:32 -0600
From: Raul F Medina <rfmedina@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: REU Program in Ecological Genetics at Texas A&M
Please encourage any undergraduate student with interest in Ecological Genetics to apply,
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Dear Undergraduate Student,
The department of Entomology at Texas A&M University is recruiting undergraduate students to participate in a 10-week intensive summer research experience. We are the only Entomology Department in the nation that hosts NSF-REU students. If you are selected for this program you will be funded to go to Texas A&M University for ten weeks to complete a research project and to interact with other NSF-REU students in the Department and in the University. We will cover your airfare from and to your US city of origin, pay for your lodging, and living expenses and pay also for you to present your data at a national meeting this year.
As part of the NSF-REU effort, I will host one student in my laboratory this summer. My research interests center on the role of predators and parasitoids in the regulation of herbivore insect populations and, in particular, how host-plants influence these interactions. My current research focuses on population genetic aspects of insect herbivores and their natural enemies. One of the research lines in my laboratory involves the study of the evolution of host ranges in parasitoid and hyperparasitoid species. Projects involving specialist and generalist parasitoids of Lepidoptera in Maryland, Northern Italy and in Finland are allowing us to increase our knowledge on the influence of host-range in the population dynamics of parasitoids and hyperparasitoid species. The NSF-REU student joining our lab this summer is expected to contribute to this project by finding out if the population structure of parasitoid species differs between generalist and specialist parasitoids co-occu!
rring in the same geographic areas. We hypothesize that specialist parasitoids will present a more structured population than generalist parasitoids. The NSF-REU student that joins our lab will learn to extract DNA, to do PCRs, and to use population genetic and molecular analysis software to analyze her/his data. The results obtained by the student will be presented in a poster at the Entomological Society of America meeting in Indianapolis at the end of the year.
The NSF-REU program is funded through the National Science Foundation's Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented minorities and from students from 2-year institutions. All participants must be U.S. Citizens or permanent residents, and must be planning to enroll as an undergraduate in an accredited college or university in the fall of 2009.
If you are interested please send me an email with your CV and a one page statement of purpose to:
Dr. Raul F. Medina: rfmedina@xxxxxxxx
or call me at the number below if you have any questions.
I hope to hear from you soon
Cheers
Raul
Raul F. Medina
Assistant Professor
Texas A&M University
Department of Entomology
College Station TX 77843-2475
USA
Phone: (979) 845-8304
Fax: (979) 845-6305
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