From: Mark_Miller@UT.BLM.GOV Subject: Botany Jobs Three positions in botany / ecology have been announced by the Bureau of Land Management, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Kanab, Utah. For information, see the websites posted below: 1. Biological Technician, Botany, http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/textjobs/IL1341.HTM 2. Lead Vegetation Management Specialist, http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/textjobs/DD0572.HTM 3. Science Program Administrator, http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/textjobs/DD5046.HTM ********************************************************* Mark E. Miller Bureau of Land Management Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument 180 W. 300 N. Kanab, UT 84741 tele: 435-644-4325 fax: 435-644-4350 email: Mark_Miller@ut.blm.gov ********************************************************* ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2000 15:11:42 -0400 From: "Bohlen, Patrick"Subject: Research Assitantship in Ecosystem Ecology Research Assistantship in Ecosystem Ecology Archbold Biological Station, Lake Placid, Florida A research assistantship will be available starting October 1, 2000 at the MacArthur Agro-Ecology Research Center, a division of Archbold Biological Station in south central Florida. The center is the site of cooperative research between Archbold, the University of Florida and the South Florida Water Management District. The research assistant will assist with ecosystem research in the wetlands, grasslands and varied communities typical of a working cattle ranch in south-central Florida. Current areas of emphasis include a large-scale experiment investigating the influence of cattle management and land use on surface water nutrients, soil nutrient dynamics, and other ecological characteristics of subtropical grazing lands. Another newly funded project will investigate cycling of N and P in seasonal wetlands, storage of N, P and C in wetland sediments and effects of grazing on wetland productivity. The successful applicant must have a B.S or M.S. in ecology, biogeochemistry, soil science or related field. Familiarity with field methods for sampling vegetation and soils and laboratory techniques for measuring nutrient cycling characteristics, such as N mineralization, denitrification, microbial biomass, or soil organic matter is desirable. The position involves rigorous fieldwork under natural conditions typical of south-central Florida. The appointment includes a competitive salary, health benefits, and participation in a retirement program after the first year. Review of applications will begin August 15 and continue until the position is filled. To apply send a CV or resume, a letter of intent including relevant research or educational experience, copies of undergraduate and any graduate transcripts, and contact information for three references to: Dr. Patrick J. Bohlen, MacArthur Agro-ecology Research Center, 300 Buck Island Ranch Road, Lake Placid, FL 33852. Further information on the program can be obtained by contacting Dr. Bohlen at (863) 699-0242 (e-mail pbohlen@archbold-station.org) or at our website http://www.archbold-station.org/ABS/maerc/maerc.htm. Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. ------------------------------