Date:    Fri, 8 May 1998 08:20:04 -0600
From:    Andy Parsons 
Subject: Research Associate position (nematology)

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory (NREL) has a full-time position
available as a research associate in the Soil Nematode Ecology Laboratory
(http://www.nrel.colostate.edu/soiladeni.html/archive/zemussel.htm). Research projects are focused on
elucidating the function of nematode biodiversity in managed and unmanaged
systems (for example, Antarctic dry valleys, Shortgrass Steppe Long Term
Ecological Research site, and agricultural systems in Colorado).

Duties and Responsibilities. Designing procedures for field sampling of
different nematode species, identification and enumeration of microscopic
soil and plant nematodes, extracting nematodes by the appropriate
techniques, analyzing chemical and physical properties of soils, using
image analysis for characterization of species, and establishing and
maintaining nematode cultures. Laboratory management: scheduling tasks,
maintaining and inventorying equipment, developing and writing up operating
procedures, responsibility for lab safety and cleanliness, supervision of
student workers. Perform fieldwork, field experiments and participate in
special projects as needed. Must be able to work as a team member.

Minimum Qualifications. B.S. degree in natural or agricultural science.
Solid field experience necessary. Demonstrated knowledge of soil field data
collection and survey techniques. Experience with microbiological-type
sterile techniques, handling chemicals, and microscope proficiency. Data
entry and computing proficiency.

Desired. Two years research experience in a laboratory environment.
Familiarity with Macintosh computers and software, especially Excel and
Word.

Salary. $21,000-$26,000/12 months depending on experience. Closing date for
applications June 12, 1998.

Position dependent on funding. Starting date August 1, 1998.

To apply. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and
phone numbers of three references to Andy Parsons, NREL, Colorado State
University, Ft. Collins, CO 80523-1499.

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age,
color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran
status or disability, or handicap. The University complies with the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of
the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's
Readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,
as amended, American Disabilities Act of 1990, and all civil rights laws of
the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment and
admission shall be extended to all persons and the University shall promote
equal opportunity and treatment through a positive and continuing
affirmative action program. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in
101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado State University in
meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women,
and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so
identify themselves.



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Andy Parsons, NREL, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1499
                Tel +1 970 491 1098 | Fax +1 970 491 1965
              andy@NREL.ColoState.EDU | aparsons@lternet.edu
                 http://www.nrel.colostate.edu:8080/~andyhtml/archive/zemussel.htm
                    http://www.nrel.colostate.edu/soil/~andyhtml/archive/zemussel.htm

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Date:    Thu, 7 May 1998 15:14:05 -0600
From:    Weixing.Tan@GPRC.AB.CA
Subject: Job in Forestry

JOB VACANCY

Bachelor of Applied Forest Resource
Management Program
Department of Science and Technology
Grande Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada

Position:
Full-time Forestry Instructor
/Industry Liaison Coordinator

Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in one or more of the following
areas: timber harvesting, mensuration, forest
management and policy, forest fire management,
is the minimum requirement. Relevant industry
experience and excellent communication and people skills are
highly desirable. Individuals with a PhD in
forestry and teaching experience are preferred.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include teaching and taking care
of industry liaison for the program.

Application:
Submit your resume including names
of 3 references by 4:30 p.m.
May 29, 1998 to:

     Human Resources
     Grande Prairie Regional College
     10726 - 106 Avenue, Grande
     Prairie AB   T8V 4C4    FAX#:
     (403) 539-2854

The selection process will begin as soon as we receive
qualified applications and will continue until the
position is filled.

The position will begin
August 15, 1998 and is renewable
subject to favorable evaluation.

Grande Prairie Regional College
offers an attractive remuneration
package.

For information on Grande Prairie
Regional College visit our Internet
Homepage at http://www.gprc.ab.ca.ate.edu/soil/~andyhtml/archive/zemussel.htm
Applications are currently not
accepted through the Internet.

We thank all applicants for their
interest.  Only those applicants who
are under consideration will be
contacted.

Located in Northwestern Alberta, the
City of Grande Prairie is a dynamic,
growing community of 31,000 people.
As a regional centre for education,
agriculture, oil and gas, and forest
industries, the City has an
intimate, friendly atmosphere,
offering exceptional cultural and
recreational facilities and
services.

Grande Prairie Regional College is a
student-focused institution,
providing career, technical,
university transfer and degree
completion programs, as well as a
wide variety of non-credit programs
to both full- and part-time
students.  Our Graduates have
established our reputation for
excellence in these programs.  As a
cultural, business and educational
centre of Northwestern Alberta,
Grande Prairie offers exceptional
facilities and services.
Dr. Weixing Tan
Forestry Instructor
Department of Science & Technology
Grande Prairie Regional College
10726 - 106 Ave., Grande Prairie
Alberta  T8A 4C4  Canada
Phone:  403-539-2793
Fax:      403-539-2732
E-mail: weixing.tan@gprc.ab.ca