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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 4 Jan 2001 to 5 Jan 2001
There are 6 messages totalling 403 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Field work in stream surveying #2
2. Field work in stream surveying
3. Graduate Assistantships in Forest Certification/Sustainable Forestry
Policy
4. job announcement for summer field assistants on cowbird study in NY
5. Research Priorities in Tropical Biology
6. Graduate Studies in Ecology at Sonoma State University
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 18:18:38 -0800
From: "Anderson, Justin" <Justin.Anderson@ORST.EDU>
Subject: Field work in stream surveying #2
HYDROLOGY - STREAM RESEARCH
(2 positions)
Location: H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, Cascade Mountains, central
Oregon.
Job Description:
This project will examine stream-groundwater interactions in mountain
streams. The focus of the summer field work will be to survey streams to
identify geomorphic controls on stream-groundwater interactions: Channel
segments of stream channels will be surveyed with an autolevel and stadia
rod, and mapped, to identify topographic and geomorphic structures that
drive stream-groundwater interactions.
Successful applicants will: 1) be in excellent physical condition, and able
to carry heavy loads over rough and slippery terrain; 2) have an
understanding of basic research techniques; 3) be enthusiastic, responsible
and self motivated; 4) able to work independently or in groups; 5)
Preference given to those with prior experience in field work, surveying and
classes or work experience in hydrology, geomorphology or stream ecology.
Dates of employment:
Mid June - September (flexible to accommodate school schedules).
Salary: $8.50-11.00/hour depending on education and experience. Housing will
be provided at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest. Additional information
on the HJA is available via the internet at http://www.cof.orst.edu/lter/
To apply: send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and the names and
numbers of three references to:
Justin Anderson
Department of Forest Science
321 Richardson Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331
Justin.Anderson@orst.edu
541-737-6592
Deadline for application: March 7, 2001.
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 20:47:04 -0800
From: Wayne Tyson <landrest@UTM.NET>
Subject: Re: Field work in stream surveying
I don't open attachments. I didn't know they were allowed.
WT
At 11:14 AM 01/04/2001 -0800, Anderson, Justin wrote:
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Date: Fri, 5 Jan 2001 01:03:02 -0600
From: Benjamin Cashore <cashobw@AUBURN.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Assistantships in Forest Certification/Sustainable Forestr
Policy
****PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY****
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS IN
FOREST CERTIFICATION/SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY POLICY
SCHOOL OF FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE SCIENCES, AUBURN UNIVERSITY
The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences (SFWS), Auburn University, is
offering two graduate assistantship(s) in forest policy, one at the MS and
one at the PhD level. The successful applicants will join a
multi-disciplinary team of researchers who are comparing sustainable
forestry certification (eco-labeling) politics and policies in select
regions and countries.
Salaries and research support are highly competitive. Current annual stipend
levels are $13,100 for the MS and $15,300 for the Ph.D. A full tuition
waiver will also be granted to successful applicants (including both out of
state tuition, and in-state tuition currently at $3,860 per year). Financial
support comes from US and Canadian competitive granting agencies, as well as
the Forest Policy Center at Auburn University and the SFWS' Center for
Forest Sustainability.
The start date is for the summer or fall of 2001. Applicants should have
research and/or field experience in some aspect of natural resource policy
and must have demonstrated superior scholarly abilities. A degree or
expertise in political science, forestry, natural resources management, law,
economics, political geography, sociology, or other related discipline is
required. Applicants should have an interest/background in qualitative
research methods and/or survey research. Excellent English writing skills
are essential. Proficiency in other languages where the student proposes to
conduct case study research is also required. The project has particular
need for someone with an interest/experience in Sweden and Finland, but
expertise/interest in other countries' certification politics are also
welcomed.
The overall goal of the research project is to explore how international and
domestic market-based environmental policy instruments mediate and direct
sustainable forestry concerns within an increasingly globalized economy. In
this context, project researchers are focusing on how eco-labeling programs
gain and maintain "legitimacy" in different regions/countries, divergence
among cases, and the processes through which transnational actors and
institutions influence domestic policy-making.
Application Process:
Applicants must send a CV, covering letter outlining their research
interests, academic and professional backgrounds, and the names and contact
numbers of three references to:
Dr. Ben Cashore, Assistant Professor, School of Forestry and Wildlife
Sciences, Auburn University, AL, USA 36849-5418; tel: 334 844-1078; fax: 334
844-1084; e-mail: cashobw@auburn.edu. Applications will be reviewed upon
receipt and will continue until candidates are chosen. Applications received
by March 5th, 20001 will be guaranteed consideration.
Further information:
The School of Forestry and Wildlife Science at Auburn University is a
leading center of sustainable forestry policy analysis in the United States.
The Forest Policy Center's inaugural conference on globalization and forest
policy is being held next March 25-26th in Atlanta. The FPC's task is to
expand forest policy analysis from public lands, to include private lands,
private firm decision-making processes and economic globalization. In
addition, the School recently created a research-focused multi-disciplinary
Center for Forest Sustainability, designed to address holistically the
biological, social and economic factors related to building a sustainable
society.
Interested parties may also visit web sites:
http://www.forestry.auburn.edu/cashore/
http://www.forestry.auburn.edu/forestpolicycenter
http://www.forestry.auburn.edu/sustainability/
http://sofserv.forestry.auburn.edu/forestpolicycenter/working-p.htm
Auburn University is an EO/AA Employer; applications from minorities and
women are encouraged. The award is conditional upon the student being
admitted to graduate study at Auburn University.
****PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY****
Ben Cashore
Assistant Professor
School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences
108 M. White Smith Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849-5418
334 844-1078 (Voice)
334 844-1084 (Fax)
http://www.forestry.auburn.edu/cashore/
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Date: Fri, 5 Jan 2001 13:47:10 -0500
From: Caldwell Hahn <chahn@DELLNET.COM>
Subject: job announcement for summer field assistants on cowbird study in NY
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Date: Fri, 5 Jan 2001 14:23:15 -0600
From: "David B. Clark" <dbclark@SLOTH.OTS.AC.CR>
Subject: Research Priorities in Tropical Biology
The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) is a non-profit consortium of
58 universities and research institutions from the United States, Latin
America and Australia. OTS' mission is to provide leadership in education,
research and the responsible use of natural resources in the tropics. As
Vice Chair for Research for OTS, one of my charges is to help identify
critical research priorities in tropical biology, and to make
recommendations as to how OTS can most effectively address them.
I am lucky to interact with a diverse and talented group of colleagues
within OTS who are helping consider these issues. However, we are
interested in obtaining a much broader view of what the community of
tropical scientists consider to be the cutting-edge issues for the near
future. So, I am asking for a few minutes of your time to quickly answer
the following question: What do you consider to be the greatest research
priorities and opportunities in tropical biology for the 21st century?
I welcome as much input as you care to give, but even a couple of sentences
or phrases would be very useful. I will collate the answers and distribute
a summary of the responses via a web-accessible medium.
Thank you in advance for your input into this evaluation of research
priorities for tropical biology.
Sincerely,
David B. Clark
Vice Chair for Research
O.T.S.
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David B. Clark
Research Professor
Department of Biology
U. Missouri-St. Louis
and
Forest Ecologist
La Selva Biological Station
COSTA RICA (residence)
Tel. (506) 766-6565 ext. 146, Fax. (506) 766-6535
Paper mail:
La Selva Biological Station - O.T.S., Interlink 341
Box 02-5635, Miami, FL 33102-5635, USA
Courier mail (UPS, FedEx, DHL):
O.T.S., Frente Centro Comercial "Los Colegios"
Moravia, COSTA RICA, Tel. 506-240-6696
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Date: Fri, 5 Jan 2001 13:58:32 -0800
From: "J. Hall Cushman" <cushman@SONOMA.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Studies in Ecology at Sonoma State University
Graduate Studies in Community Ecology & Conservation Biology at
Sonoma State University
A research assistantship is available to pursue a master's degree in
community ecology and conservation biology at Sonoma State University
in northern California. The successful applicant will be part of an
active research lab and work on one of two long-term projects. The
first is funded by the National Science Foundation and explores the
influence of mammalian herbivores (black-tailed deer, jackrabbits and
meadow voles) on plant community structure and ecosystem dynamics.
Applied components of this project include the effects of deer
herbivory on oak regeneration and the role of native herbivores in
controlling the success of invasive plant species. The second
project is funded by the California Department of Fish and Game and
evaluates the influence of a non-native disturbance agent (feral
pigs) on grassland plant communities. Both projects use long-term
field experiments to address broad conceptual questions in basic and
applied ecology.
Interested and qualified individuals should contact Dr. Hall Cushman
via email (cushman@sonoma.edu). They should also prepare an
application for graduate study in the Department of Biology at Sonoma
State University. Applications are due on January 31, 2001. Please
see the department website for background on the faculty and
procedures for applying to the graduate program
(www.sonoma.edu/biology/).
______________________________________________________________________
J. Hall Cushman, Associate Professor
Department of Biology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
707/664-2142 (office)
707/664-2512 (lab)
707/664-3012 (fax)
cushman@sonoma.edu
http://www.sonoma.edu/people/cushman/
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To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 3 Jan 2001 to 4 Jan 2001
There are 8 messages totalling 959 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Assistant Director / Faculty Position in Environmental Studies
2. Position announcement for Chair, Department of Biology
3. Watershed Modeler
4. Tree Rings and People, Davos, Switzerland, September 22-26, 2001
5. Position announcement for Developmental Biologist/ Environmental
Physiologist
6. Graduate Assistantships Available
7. Field work in stream surveying
8. Asst. Prof., Conservation Biology
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 08:49:57 -0500
From: John Halfman <halfman@HWS.EDU>
Subject: Assistant Director / Faculty Position in Environmental Studies
Please take some time to distribute / post this notice where interest=
ed
parties may find it.
Thanks,
John Halfman
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Hobart and William Smith Colleges, private coordinate liberal arts
colleges in the Finger Lakes region of upstate of New York, seek a
faculty colleague to be the Assistant Director of our rapidly expandi=
ng
Environmental Studies Program. This person must demonstrate the
potential to become an outstanding teacher with a commitment to
involving undergraduate students in his/her research in an area, whic=
h
complements our strengths and takes advantage of the local/regional
environment. Teaching responsibilities include an
introductory/interdisciplinary course, a new group Senior Integrative
Experience course, and possibly other courses in the candidate=92s fi=
eld
of expertise. Administrative duties include oversight and developmen=
t
of the program=92s academic advising, student internships, high-schoo=
l
outreach programs, and summer student research programs. This is a
fulltime non tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor leve=
l,
beginning July 1, 2001.
For further information about our program and faculty, see our web si=
te:
www.hws.edu/ACA/progs/envstud
The Colleges actively seek to increase the diversity among their facu=
lty
and welcome applications from women, minorities and other
under-represented groups. We do not discriminate on the grounds of
race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age,
disability, veteran=92s status or sexual orientation.
Applicants are to send a letter of application and curriculum vitae a=
nd
arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent (e-mail
applications will not be considered). Review of applications will be=
gin
on March 1st.
All correspondence should be sent to:
John D. Halfman, Director
Environmental Studies Program
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Geneva, NY 14456
VOICE: 315-781-3819
FAX: 315-781-3860
E-MAIL: Halfman@hws.edu
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 10:42:56 -0500
From: bill peterjohn <bpj@WVU.EDU>
Subject: Position announcement for Chair, Department of Biology
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
Chair, Department of Biology
Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Chair,
starting July 1, 2001. The Department of Biology seeks an individual with
strong interpersonal skills and proven administrative talent. The
applicant should have credentials qualifying for appointment at the rank of
Associate or Full Professor; the ability to manage the diverse programs of
the Department of Biology; and, a commitment to excellence in the areas of
administration, teaching and research. He or she should enthusiastically
represent the Department of Biology to the University, alumni, relevant
external groups and the public at large. Preference will be given to
candidates who can demonstrate a strong funding history with government
and/or private agencies.
West Virginia University is the land-grant, Doctoral/Research
Universities-Extensive institution in the State of West Virginia, enrolling
22,000 students. The Department of Biology's faculty teach and conduct
basic and applied research in Cellular and Molecular Biology and
Environmental Biology. Educational programs
include doctoral, masters and undergraduate students. The University is
located in Morgantown, a community with a population of about 50,000.
Morgantown has a large federal research presence, diverse cultural and
recreational opportunities, excellent medical facilities, and a favorable
location with ready access to Pittsburgh, PA and Washington, DC. Several
recent publications have rated Morgantown one of the best small cities in
the U.S. based on the quality of life including its schools.
Applicants should provide a letter of application, a vita and, telephone
and email addresses of five references. Applications, nominations and
inquiries should be sent to Dr. William L. MacDonald, Chair of the Biology
Search Committee, 201 Woodburn Hall, West Virginia University, PO Box 6286,
Morgantown, WV 26506-6286(macd@wvu.edu). Screening of applicants will
begin on December 15, 2000 and continue until the position is filled.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Minorities, disabled, and women candidates are urged to apply.
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 08:38:56 -0800
From: Lizabeth Bowen <lbowen@UCDAVIS.EDU>
Subject: Watershed Modeler
UC Davis Job Opportunity
Open Until Filled but no later than 02-25-01 This position is located in:
John Muir Institute of the Environment at the University of California at
Davis. Working hours: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm. The John Muir Institute of
the Environment is a center of excellence for research and outreach programs
on the Davis campus related to California's biological and physical
environment. Its focus is on the integrated management of ecosystems, and
its central mission will be to improve the scientific basis for making
decisions on environmental issues, both natural and human, through the
application of research.Responsibilities: Prepare general designs and
detailed specifications from which program and/or models will be written or
modified; design and/or code new programs and/or modifications, development,
configuration, analysis, maintenance, and documentation of customized
computer applications, including utilization of software packages;
installation and testing of software packages requiring standard techniques;
coding, testing, and debugging of routine applications. Assist users in
setting up equipment such as terminals, computers, graphics equipment and
printers; routinely convert files; run downloading programs; and
troubleshoot network hardware and software. Define and analyze problems for
clients in various functional areas. Prepare detailed work plans for
implementing solutions. Assist in defining and analyzing problems for
clients in various functional areas; effect system or network-oriented
solutions.Requirements: In depth knowledge and experience with UNIX, C++,
and interpretation of source code in other Languages. Experience with GRASS
GIC, ArcInfo and/or ARC View preferred. Experience in macro programming of
geographic information systems. Knowledge of a variety of computer
networking concepts, topologies, communications protocols, standards for
multimedia (graphics and sound) hardware and monitoring. Demonstrated
experience with basic UNIX system administration. Ability to work
independently. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication
skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to work at a computer terminal for
long periods of time. Position requires lifting computer equipment weighing
up to 50 lbs. Conditions of Employment: Work flexible or occasional overtime
as needed by project priorities. Available for occasional travel/training
activities.
For more information or to submit an electronic application, contact
Jennifer Nickell:
janickell@ucdavis.edu
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 16:46:24 +0100
From: Paolo Cherubini <paolo.cherubini@WSL.CH>
Subject: Tree Rings and People, Davos, Switzerland, September 22-26, 2001
International Conference on the Future of Dendrochronology
"Tree Rings and People"
Davos, Switzerland, September 22-26, 2001
Call for Papers
More than 200 scientists from 40 countries have already expressed their
interest for the conference! We are sure that with your active
participation it will be a fruitful event, and a very good opportunity to
communicate science, and to discuss about the future of tree-ring research.
The scope of the conference is to discuss about future applications of
tree-ring science. The conference will provide indications of the future
direction that dendrochronology might take. What is the future of tree-ring
research? Is "dendrochronology" only a synonymous of "tree-ring research"?
Is it just a set of tools and techniques applied in different fields of
science? or is it a well-defined field of science in itself? Has
dendrochronology developed into a multi-disciplinary research area? What
kind of tasks will tree-ring researchers undertake in the future?
In order to promote discussion, the conference will have a special format
and structure. For each of six topics:
o two invited speakers will present key lectures on the state-of-the-art
and the needs of research.
o Current research results can be presented as posters, that additionally
can be introduced by a short oral poster presentation.
o A panel discussion (colloquium) with five panelers and the participation
of the audience, moderated by a panelist, will discuss the lectures and
future perspectives in basic and applied tree-ring research.
A final discussion (led by the International Advisory Board) with a Press
Conference will summarize the needs of research.
The URL: http://www.wsl.ch/forest/dendro2001/ will provide you with further
information about the conference and proceedings
Best wishes,
Paolo Cherubini, Mich=E8le Kaennel Dobbertin, Otto U. Br=E4ker
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**
Dr. Paolo Cherubini
The Conference Secretariat
"Tree Rings and People"
an International Conference on the Future of Dendrochronology
http://www.wsl.ch/forest/dendro2001/
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Paolo Cherubini, Ph.D.
Long-term Forest Ecosystem Research,
Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL
Zuercherstrasse 111,
CH-8903 Birmensdorf
Switzerland
office: private: Rotachstrasse, 36
voice: ++41 / 1 / 739 2 278 CH-8003 ZURICH
fax: ++41 / 1 / 739 2 215 voice: ++41 / 1 / 451 59 07
e-mail: paolo.cherubini@wsl.ch telefonino: ++39 / 347 / 36 49 9 49
http://www.wsl.ch/staff/paolo.cherubini/welcome-en.ehtml
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 10:43:06 -0500
From: bill peterjohn <bpj@WVU.EDU>
Subject: Position announcement for Developmental Biologist/ Environmental
Physiologist
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
Developmental Biologist/ Environmental Physiologist
The Department of Biology at West Virginia University invites applications
for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the broad
areas of Developmental Biology or Environmental Physiology, to begin in
Fall 2001.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded
research program in his or her research area, to teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in their area of expertise, and mentor undergraduate and
graduate students.
West Virginia University is West Virginia's land-grant university, home to
25,000 students. Situated in Morgantown the University is part of an
excellent community offering an outstanding public school system, good
recreational opportunities, excellent housing choices and a relaxed
lifestyle.
To apply, please send: curriculum vitae, the names of three references,
three representative manuscripts and a short statement of teaching and
research interests to:
Marc Kantorow
Chair of the Developmental/Environmental Physiologist Search Committee
Department of Biology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 26506
Inquiries may be directed to mkantoro@wvu.edu. Review of applications will
begin January 15, 2000. More information on West Virginia University and
the Department of Biology may be obtained at URL www.wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications
from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 13:19:32 -0500
From: {Frank Day} <fday@ODU.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Assistantships Available
POSITIONS OPEN ?
TWO GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS: ELEVATED CO2 STUDY AT KENNEDY SPA=
CE
CENTER
Two research assistantships will be available starting as early as May
2001. The successful applicants will conduct research on the effects of=
elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide on plants, primarily the root syste=
ms.
The research project is being conducted at Kennedy Space Center in Flor=
ida.
Work will primarily involve digitizing images of fine roots using the
minirhizotron technology and extracting and analyzing root/soil cores f=
rom
the experimental chambers. The students would be expected to develop th=
eir
master's thesis or doctoral dissertation around the research. The stipe=
nds
are $ 14,000 per year plus tuition waivers for doctoral students.
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT ON LTER SITE
A summer research assistantship will be available beginning with the
2001/2002 academic year. The successful applicant will conduct research=
on
plant community dynamics (e.g. responses to nitrogen fertilization or r=
oot
dynamics using the minirhizotron technology) on coastal barrier islands=
as
part of the Virginia Coast Reserve LTER project. The position will be
available for at least 5 summers and could be combined with a teaching
assistantship for a complete financial aid package. The successful
applicant would be expected to develop their master's thesis or doctora=
l
dissertation around the research. The total financial aid package would=
be
$ 14,000 per year plus tuition waivers for doctoral students.
If interested in any of these positions, submit a resume with cover let=
ter
(include GPA and names of 3 references) to Dr. Frank P. Day, Dept. of
Biological Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529. Teleph=
one
(757-683-4198); e-mail (fday@odu.edu); office (308 MGB).
Frank P. Day, Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone: 757-683-4198
FAX: 757-683-5283
E-mail: fday@odu.edu=
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 11:14:53 -0800
From: "Anderson, Justin" <Justin.Anderson@ORST.EDU>
Subject: Field work in stream surveying
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Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 12:11:21 -0800
From: John Bishop <bishop@VANCOUVER.WSU.EDU>
Subject: Asst. Prof., Conservation Biology
Dear Colleagues,
The following advertisement appeared in the November 17 issue of
Science. Washington State University's School of Biological Sciences seeks
to fill an assistant professorship in conservation biology, to be housed on
the WSU-Vancouver campus. Deadline for applications is Jan. 26, 2001.
WSU-Vancouver faculty have a balance of research and instruction
similar to that on the main campus. We have just moved into a new 60,000
sq. ft. life sciences & engineering building that features greenhouses,
controlled environment rooms, and other state of the art facilities. Our
360 acre campus is situated near Portland, the Columbia River, and the
south Cascades. We have a high-quality faculty, and regular interaction
with our colleagues on the main campus as well as at other nearby
institutions such as OSU and PSU. Only upper-division undergraduate and
masters level courses are offered at WSU-V, class sizes tend to be small
and often feature highly-motivated "non-traditional" students. We expect
to add several additional faculty over the next several years.
We are also searching for an Animal Physiologist (see web page).
Feel free to contact me if you have questions.
John Bishop
NOTICE OF VACANCY CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
Washington State University Vancouver
TITLE AND DESCRIPTION: Faculty position in the School of Biological
Sciences. Tenure track, 9 month faculty appointment at the assistant rank
beginning August, 2001. Located at the Vancouver Campus of Washington
State University.
WSU Vancouver offers both undergraduate and graduate programs and is
expected to double its student body (currently 1,500) and faculty in the
next five years, with science and engineering as areas of emphasis.
Research expectations and teaching loads are consistent across the four WSU
campuses; WSU, a Tier I research institution, offers competitive salaries
and start-up packages. WSU Vancouver is located across the Columbia River
from Portland, OR and offers significant opportunities for research, a
variety of neighbor institutions and agencies for collaboration, and
excellent quality of life. For more information about the Science program
at WSU-V see: www.vancouver.wsu.edu/programs/sci/default.htm. For
information about the School of Biological Sciences see:
http://www.sci.wsu.edu/sbs/.
DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS: We seek applicants with strong conceptual and
experimental emphases in any area of Conservation Biology, whose research
interests complement that of current WSUV faculty. The successful candidate
will develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program and teach
graduate and upper-division undergraduate courses in biology and
environmental science.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. is required by the start date.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong publication and external funding record,
excellence in teaching, and interest in Pacific NW systems are desired.
APPLICATION: Send two copies of: a curriculum vitae, up to three reprints,
cover letter summarizing research and teaching interests, and name,
address, phone and e-mail of three references to: Dr. John Bishop,
Washington State University Vancouver, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave.,
Vancouver, WA 98686-9600. bishop@vancouver.wsu.edu; phone: 360-546-9630;
fax: 360-546-9037). Applications should be postmarked by January 26, 2001.
Washington State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
educator and employer.
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John Bishop
Assistant Professor Ph: 360 546-9612
School of Biological Sciences Fx: 360 546-9037
Washington State University - Vancouver
www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/bishop/home-long.html
WSU-V Science Program:
http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/programs/sci/default.htm
Mailing Address:
Washington State University
14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave
Vancouver, WA 98686 USA
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John Bishop
Assistant Professor Ph: 360 546-9612
School of Biological Sciences Fx: 360 546-9064 (NEW!)
Washington State University - Vancouver
www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/bishop/home-long.html
WSU-V Science Program:
http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/programs/sci/default.htm
Mailing Address:
Washington State University
14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave
Vancouver, WA 98686 USA
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To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 2 Jan 2001 to 3 Jan 2001
There are 5 messages totalling 325 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Assistant Professorship - Environmental Science
2. Invasive Plant Conference for the Upper Midwest
3. Fwd: summer intern announcement for ECOLOG-L
4. job -- please post
5. Job: USGS Carbon-cycle Research, Woods Hole, MA
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Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 09:30:26 -0500
From: Peter Schulze <pschulze@AUSTINC.EDU>
Subject: Assistant Professorship - Environmental Science
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST. Austin College, a selective liberal arts
institution, seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor
position beginning August 2001. Ph.D. required. Applicants should be
committed to liberal arts education and research with undergraduates, and
should be enthusiastic about joining a thriving, broadly-interdisciplinary
environmental studies program. While the research specialty is open, the
ideal candidate would bridge environmental chemistry and environmental
biology and could offer mid- and upper-level environmental science courses
that would be of interest to both biology and chemistry majors. Send
letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three
letters of reference, and one-page descriptions of teaching philosophy and
research interests to Michael Imhoff, Vice President for Academic Affairs,
Austin College, Sherman, TX 75090-4440. Review of applications begins
January 20, 2001. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For more
information consult http://artemis.austinc.edu/acad/envstud/EnvStudies/
Peter Schulze, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Director, Center for Environmental Studies
Austin College
Sherman, TX 75090 USA
Voice 903/813-2284
Fax 903/813-2420
pschulze@austinc.edu
http://artemis.austinc.edu/acad/bio/pschulze/schulze.htm
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Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 08:46:26 -0600
From: Gretchen Meyer <gmeyer@UWM.EDU>
Subject: Invasive Plant Conference for the Upper Midwest
> Conference Posting :: Please forgive us for multiple or cross-postings
..
>
> Plants out of Place:
> Invasive Plant Conference for the Upper Midwest
> March 1-2, 2001
> Ramada Inn - Eau Claire, WI
>
> You are invited to attend the first Plants out of Place: Invasive Plant
> Conference for the Upper Midwest and have the opportunity to share
> current information and methods for dealing with invasive plants in
> forests, grasslands, and wetlands in the Upper Midwest, as well as
> participate in the organizational meeting for the Wisconsin Invasive Pl
nt
> Council.
>
> Schedule of Events:
>
> Wisconsin Invasive Plant Council Organizational Meeting - Thursday Marc
> 1, 2001, 12 pm to 6 pm
> Organizational meeting for land managers, researchers, landowners
> and educators for developing a membership based network to
> coordinate statewide activities dealing with invasive plants.
>
> Evening Reception and Poster Session - Thursday March 1, 2001, 6 pm to
> pm
> View research posters, educational and nonprofit displays,
> management tools, commercial vendors and more while you mingle
> with conference attendees. Food and refreshments will be served.
>
> Plants out of Place Conference - Friday March 2, 2001, 8:30 am to 6 pm
> Plenary session to address invasive plant issues facing
> theUpper Midwest region.
> Morning concurrent sessions by habitat:
> - Forests
> - Wetlands, lakes, streams
> - Grasslands, savannas, barrens
> Afternoon concurrent sessions:
> - Control
> - Laws & policy issues
> - Education
> - Partnerships & finding funding & labor
> Registration
> Invasive Plant Council Organizational Meeting: $10.00
> Evening Social and Poster Session: $15.00
> Plants out of Place Conference: $40.00 Individual; $20.00
> Registered student
> All fees include all conference sessions, written materials
> and refreshment breaks.
>
> Pre-registration must be received by February 15, 2001.
> Walk-in registration will be accepted but will be charged an
> additional $5.00 handling fee for
> March 1 events and an additional $10.00 fee for the
> March 2 event.
>
> Send completed registration forms, available by request or
> at our conference website, and registration fees to:
> River Country Resource Conservation & Development Council
> 1101 W. Clairemont Avenue, Suite 1C
> Eau Claire, WI 54701
>
> Your involvement in the conference:
> - Interested in volunteering to help in some way? Contact Laura
> Herman at 715-365-8984.
> - Do you have some weeding tools you have devised that you could
> display? Contact Steve Swenson at 608-355-0279.
> - Do you have an educational project or belong to an organization
> that would like to have an exhibit? Contact Rebecca Christoffel at
> 608-256-8264.
> - If you are interested in being a financial sponsor, please contact
> Dave Blumer at 715-837-1739.
>
> Hotel Accommodations
> Contact the Ramada Inn at (715) 834-3181.
> Mention registration code 2084 to receive conference lodging
> rate.
>
> Associated Meetings in Eau Claire this Week
> The Prairie Enthusiasts Banquet and Conference: March 2-3,
> 2001
> The Wisconsin Chapter of the Wildlife Society: February
> 28-March 1, 2001
> The Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association Meeting: March 1,
> 2001
>
>
> For More Information and Registration Form
> Visit conference website at: http://www.plantsoutofplace.org
> Questions? Contact us at (715) 834-9672 or (608) 267-5066
>
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Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 11:51:18 -0500
From: Robb Turner <rsturner@UTK.EDU>
Subject: Fwd: summer intern announcement for ECOLOG-L
Ecolog-l Moderators:
Below is an announcement for student summer internships with
JIEE/SAMAB that we hope you can run on the Ecolog list. Please edit as you
need/see fit. You could also copy the page off our web site
http://samab.org/Opps/opps.html. If you have any questions, please contact
e
at rsturner@utk.edu or
865-974-4585.
Thank you,
Robert S. Turner
SAMAB/JIEE
ESA mbr 5400
*********
Summer Internships in Environmental Research and Decision Making:
The Southern Appalachian Man and the Biosphere (SAMAB) Program and the Joint
Institute for Energy and Environment (JIEE) are sponsoring a ten-week
summer internship program to run from June 4 through August 10, 2001. The
program is open to advanced undergraduate and graduate students in public
policy and administration, environmental science, planning, natural
resource management, business, decision research, and related fields.
SAMAB/JIEE will place selected students with environmental decision
makers around the Southern Appalachian region. Host organizations/mentors
will include federal, state, and municipal governments; small and large
businesses; and non-governmental organizations. Interns will develop
individualized projects with their host organization around one or more
environmental-decision issues, observing and studying the decision-making
process and its context. The interns will gather periodically for seminars
on environmental research and decision making, rotating so that each
mentor/host organization leads one presentation reflecting their
perspective on decision making.
Interns will be paid a stipend and be provided a work place, work
experience, and mentoring by the organization in which they are placed.
They will be responsible for their own housing and board. (SAMAB/JIEE
and the host organizations will assist in locating appropriate housing,
which may include university housing.)
Applicants should send a short resume, one-page statement of career
interests and goals, and a copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
by March 1 to Ms. Susan Schexnayder at the address below. We will match the
interests of the intern and the host organization as closely as possible,
and expect to notify those interns selected by March 31. For further
information visit our web sites (http://samab.org and http://www.jiee.org),
or contact Ms. Susan Schexnayder or Dr. Robert Turner.
SAMAB promotes the enhancement of environmental health, economic use, and
cultural values across the Southern Appalachians. JIEE and SAMAB are
administered through the University of Tennessee, an EO/AA employer
dedicated to workplace diversity.
Southern Appalachian Man and the Biosphere (SAMAB)
Joint Institute for Energy and Environment
314 Conference Center Building
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-4138
865-974-3939, 865-974-4609 (fax)
schexnayder@utk.edu or rsturner@utk.edu
http://samab.org
http://www.jiee.org>
Robert S. (Robb) Turner, PhD
Executive Director
Southern Appalachian Man and the Biosphere (SAMAB)
314 UT Conference Center
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-4138
865-974-4585
865-974-4609 (fax)
rtt@ornl.gov or rsturner@utk.edu or samab@utk.edu
http://samab.org
Promoting environmental health, economic use, and cultural values across the
Southern Appalachians
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Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 15:36:47 -0500
From: Harbin Li <lih@COFC.EDU>
Subject: job -- please post
*** EARLY ALERT ***
USDA Forest Service Center for Forested Wetlands Research at Charleston of
South Carolina is anticipated to have a permanent position open for a
computer programmer. We are looking for someone (1) who has a computer
science background with special interested in ecological applications or
(2) who has an ecological modeling background with required computer skills.
The primary roles that a computer programmer may play in our research
program are: developing, modifying, validating, and troubleshooting
ecological models (process-based, spatial, dynamics). Major duties are: (1)
to develop new and maintain existing models; (2) to review, produce, and
format models in accordance with documentation standards; (3) to conduct
model testing to correct errors in logic through troubleshooting,
upgrading, and debugging; (4) to prepare test plans for model validation;
and (5) to run simulations for research projects.
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
1. Proficiency in C, C++, and FORTRAN is required; familiarity with Visual
C++, Visual Basic, Microsoft Access, or HTML is favorable.
2. Skills in model development, testing, and validation are required;
3. Some knowledge of systems administration is expected.
Anyone who is interested in the job should contact Dr. Harbin Li via email
(lih@cofc.edu) or phone (843-727-4271 x106) for more information.
Harbin Li, Ph. D.
Center for Forested Wetlands Research
USDA Forest Service Southern Research Station
2730 Savannah Highway Tel: 843-727-4271 x106
Charleston, SC 29414, USA FAX: 843-727-4152
Internet: lih@cofc.edu FS-Email: hli@fs.fed.us
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Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 17:33:55 -0500
From: "Eric T. Sundquist" <esundqui@USGS.GOV>
Subject: Job: USGS Carbon-cycle Research, Woods Hole, MA
U.S. Geological Survey
Physical Scientist (GS-1301-7 or GS-1301-9)
Carbon-cycle research
Woods Hole, MA
The U.S. Geological Survey in Woods Hole, MA, invites applications for a
physical scientist who will have primary responsibility for day-to-day
laboratory, field, and data management activities of a carbon-cycle
research project. This work is inherently interdisciplinary, and
involves extensive cooperation with other USGS research projects, other
Federal agencies, and non-government researchers.
Typical assignments will include:
- Maintaining an ongoing program of field sampling and measurements
contributing to studies of carbon fluxes, primarily in forest settings.
Analytical facilities include gas chromatographs, infrared gas
analyzers, soil and meteorological monitoring instruments, and some
equipment that is not commercially available.
- Conducting field and laboratory studies to evaluate the accuracy and
precision of sampling and measurement techniques.
- Maintaining a database of project results.
- Using and, when necessary, modifying computer programs necessary for
the automation of procedures, transfer of data, and interpretation of
results.
- Managing day-to-day laboratory, equipment, and supply needs for the
project.
- Maintaining equipment, facilities, procedures, and documentation in
compliance with applicable safety regulations.
- Training co-workers in the sampling and measurement methods and other
procedures used by the project.
- Assisting in the technical presentation and publication of results.
- Operating a motor vehicle.
The successful candidate will assume a two-year term position with
possibility of conversion to a permanent position at the end of the
term.
Starting salary will be between $29,308 and $46,603 per annum depending
on qualifications.
A full job description, list of qualifications, and directions for
applying can be found at the USGS Online Automated Recruitment System
(OARS) website, located at http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/index.html. The
job announcement numbers are USGS-2001-0527 for the GS-7 (bachelor=92s
degree) level and USGS-2001-0555 for the GS-9 (master=92s degree) level.
The completed application (including resume AND completion of
application questions) MUST be received online via the OARS website
BEFORE midnight Eastern Time on the closing data of the announcement,
January 11, 2001. U.S. citizenship is required. The U.S. Geological
Survey is an equal opportunity employer.
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To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 1 Jan 2001 to 2 Jan 2001
There are 9 messages totalling 735 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Eastern Snow Conference
2. Great Lakes Trading Network Website
3. Job: Research Internships in Marine Ecology on the Coast of Maine
4. postdoctoral fellowship available
5. NABS 2001 - Stable Isotope Session - Final call for abstracts
6. M.S. fire ecology opportunity
7. 2001 REU Program. Univ. of Kansas
8. Graduate RA's
9. 2001 DISL Internship Announcement
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Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2001 16:36:58 -0500
From: "E. Ann Poole" <eann@JUNO.COM>
Subject: Eastern Snow Conference
Please excuse cross-postings. Ann
E. Ann Poole, Ecologist & Environmental Planner
SBE, CAGE 1QFD5
~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~
- Helping Communities Meet the Challenges of Growth -
~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~ ~*~
Dear Snow and Ice Enthusiast:
I wish to call your attention to the following -
58TH ANNUAL EASTERN SNOW CONFERENCE CALL FOR PAPERS
"Snow & Ice: Principles, Processes, Management and Use"
OTTAWA, CANADA 14-17 May 2001
*Announcement of the 58th Annual Eastern Snow Conference*
The Eastern Snow Conference (ESC) will meet with the Canadian Geophysical
Union (CGU) in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 14-17 May 2001. This meeting will
include joint sessions with the CGU-Hydrology Section and Committee on
River Ice in the Environment and is co-sponsored by the International
Glaciological Society. The scientific program is open to theoretical,
experimental, and operational studies of snow, ice and winter hydrology.
The theme this year is "Snow and Ice: Principles, Processes, Management
and
Use", marking 20 years since the publication of the Handbook of Snow:
Principles, Processes, Management and Use. The Invited Paper will be
given
by Professor Julian Dowdeswell, Bristol Glaciology Centre, University of
Bristol, England headlining a Working Session on Arctic Glaciers. There
are
also sessions on
*Cold Season Hydrology*,
*Snow & Ice Processes*,
*Snow & Ice Hydrometeorology*,
*Arctic Cryosphere*,
*Snow-Vegetation Interactions*,
*Snow Biology* and
*Snow & Ice: Hydrology and Management*.
There is also a varied social programme including an ice-breaker, an ESC
evening with the CGU Hydrology Section at an Ottawa pub, and the Banquet
with CGU in the Parliament Buildings.
*This is likely to be the premiere snow and ice meeting anywhere in 2001,
so to be eligible to submit a paper and to get your copy of the
proceedings, make sure to join the ESC when registering for the joint
ESC/CGU meeting!*
See our website http://www.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/CRYSYS/esc/ for details on
how
to register.
*Call for Papers*
You are invited to submit an abstract of 150-300 words by 19 February
2001
via email to the Programme Chair - specify oral or poster presentation.
See the website http://www.acs.ucalgary.ca/~cguconf/Abstract.html for
abstract submission format. Submissions for ESC should be in Word 'Rich
Text Format'. ESC Programme Chair:
Dr. John Pomeroy
Centre for Glaciology
Inst. of Geography and Earth Sciences
Univ. of Wales,
Aberystwyth, Wales, UK SY23 3DB
E-mail: John.Pomeroy@aber.ac.uk
*Publication of Papers*
All session papers from those who have joined ESC in 2001 can be
published
in the 58th Annual Proceedings of the Eastern Snow Conference. In
addition,
Hydrological Processes (HP) will publish refereed papers from the
meeting.
The subject matter of these papers must fit within the scope of the
journal. If you would like your paper to be considered for journal
publication, please indicate this on your abstract and submit four copies
of your paper to the ESC/HP editor by 1 April 2001. For more
information,
contact the ESC & HP editor:
Ms. Janet Hardy
ERDC-CRREL
72 Lyme Road
Hanover, NH 03755-129 USA
Email: jhardy@crrel.usace.army.mil
We invite you to submit an abstract for this major ESC meeting by 19 Feb.
2001.
Updated information on the meeting can be viewed at:
http://www.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/CRYSYS/esc/
The 58th ESC Executive hopes that this meeting will be of interest to you
and provide an enjoyable venue for snow, ice and cold regions scientists,
students, specialists and managers to meet.
Yours truly
John Pomeroy
58th ESC Programme Chair
on behalf of the 2000-2001 Executive:
Past President: Dorothy Hall (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)
President: Mary Albert (CRREL)
Vice-President (Program Chair): John Pomeroy (Centre for Glaciology,
Univ.
of Wales, Aberystwyth)
Secretary-Treasurer (Canada): Miles Ecclestone (Trent University)
Secretary-Treasurer (U.S.A.): Austin Hogan
Editor: Janet Hardy (CRREL)
Co-Editor: John Pomeroy (Centre for Glaciology, Univ. of Wales,
Aberystwyth)
Steering Committee:
Austin Hogan (Chair)
Jim Buttle
Max Perchanok
Ken Rancourt
Research Committee:
Andrew Klein (Chair) (Dept. of Geography, Texas A & M)
Dave Milburn
Richard Chisholm
Jim Craigin
Webmaster: Ross Brown (Meteorological Service of Canada)
http://www.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/CRYSYS/esc/
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 10:10:38 -0800
From: News at GLTN <news@GLTN.ORG>
Subject: Great Lakes Trading Network Website
The Great Lakes Trading Network is excited to announce that their new
website is up and running at http://www.gltn.org . Here you will find
all of the latest information on water quality trading and ecosystem
markets. Please e-mail info@gltn.org for more information on the GLTN.
Happy New Year!
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 10:44:28 -0500
From: Gregory Welch <Gregory_Welch@UMIT.MAINE.EDU>
Subject: Job: Research Internships in Marine Ecology on the Coast of Maine
Research Internships in Marine Ecology on the Coast of Maine
We intend to hire 7 interns to assist subtidal research on the
ecology of American lobsters and green sea urchins in the Gulf of
Maine. Our research for both species explores what controls their
distribution and abundance. Specifically our work involves larval
ecology, post-settlement processes and agents of mortality acting on
juvenile and adult individuals. Research is conducted from ships and
under water via scuba diving. It is strongly interdisciplanary and
involves basic ecological research that is also critical for marine
conservation and management. For example we are studying
fishery-induced alternate stable states of marine communities within
no-fishing marine protected areas compared to heavily fished control
areas. Our program is a good way to learn about marine ecology and
resource management at an active marine laboratory on the coast of
Maine.
At least 5 of the 7 interns must be SCUBA divers, however there are two
non-diving positions also available. Interns live and work at the
University of Maine's marine laboratory, the Darling Marine Center (
http://server.dmc.maine.edu/ ) which is a field-station located along
the Damariscotta River estuary in beautiful mid-coast Maine. We pay
interns monthly stipends and cover housing costs at the Darling Marine
Center.
Positions available:
Two experienced cold-water divers are needed at the beginning of March
to start a sea urchin reseeding experiment. They will remain through
the summer and possibly through October to work on other projects
including urchin larval and benthic ecology and benthic lobster
studies. Application deadline: 7 February 2001.
One diver is needed in April to study sea urchin larval ecology and
will be needed to stay through October to assist with benthic urchin
and lobster projects. Application deadline: 28 February 2001.
One diver is needed in the beginning of May to track urchin settlement
and will remain through October to work on benthic urchin and lobster
projects. Application deadline 30 March 2001.
Several interns are needed for June through August with an opportunity
for one of these to remain through October. These positions are for
diving and nondiving interns to work on larval and benthic lobsters and
on a variety of lab, boat and field based projects. Application
deadline 30 March 2001.
Further details are given with the application materials.
Perspective interns should request applications via e-mail via:
Steneck_Lab_Internships@umit.maine.edu
Application deadlines for positions starting in May and June will be
included in the requested application packet.
Hiring will be determined 3 to 4 weeks after the closing dates.
For further information e-mail:
Steneck_Lab_Internships@umit.maine.edu
If you cannot email, send a self-addressed, stamped, business-size
envelope to:
2001 STENECK INTERN PROGRAM
C/O JOHN VAVRINEC AND AMANDA LELAND
DARLING MARINE CENTER
193 CLARKS COVE RD
WALPOLE, ME 04573
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 12:37:57 -0500
From: Peter Abrams <abrams@ZOO.UTORONTO.CA>
Subject: postdoctoral fellowship available
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ecology/Evolution and Modeling of Fisheries at
Toronto
A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Zoology
at the University of Toronto to work with a group of scientists who are
applying life history theory to the management of recreational fisheries.
The project will involve developing dynamic optimization models of energy
acquisition, growth, and reproduction for several species of freshwater
fish in Ontario, Canada. It will also involve incorporating these
theoretical results into a broader, generalized food-web model for several
focal fish species. The successful applicant will work in collaboration
with a number of faculty members at the University of Toronto (Peter
Abrams, Nicholas Collins, Troy Day, Donald Jackson and Locke Rowe) as well
as researchers at the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (Bryan
Henderson, Nigel Lester, and Brian Shuter). Experience with ecological and
life history modeling, including dynamic optimization methods, and computer
programming and simulation modeling is an asset. Salary is competitive and
is dependent upon experience. This project represents an opportunity to
work on a complex problem with theoreticians, experimentalists and resource
managers.
Starting date is flexible but preferably between April 2001 and November 200
.
Applicants should send a C.V., a short description of research interests,
and names and contact information for three potential referees. Applicants
should also indicate the date they will be available to begin the position.
Materials should be sent to: Dr. Peter Abrams, Department of Zoology,
University of Toronto, 25 Harbord St., Toronto, M5S 3G5, Canada (email
abrams@zoo.utoronto.ca; fax 416-978-8532).
Applications should be postmarked no later than March 1, 2001.
Peter Abrams
Professor of Zoology
University of Toronto
25 Harbord St.
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3G5
Canada
416-978-1014
fax 416-978-8532
abrams@zoo.utoronto.ca
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 16:19:18 -0400
From: Rick Doucett <rrdoucet@UNB.CA>
Subject: NABS 2001 - Stable Isotope Session - Final call for abstracts
Dear Colleagues,
This is a final reminder that abstracts are due 05 January 2001 for the
upcoming special session on "Stable Isotopes in Aquatic Ecology" at the
49th Annual Meeting of the North American Benthological Society (NABS) in
La Crosse, Wisconsin (03-08 June 2001). Abstracts must be submitted
electronically, and also forwarded to the session chairs by email. Please
consult the NABS web site (http://www.benthos.org/Meeting/) for more
information concerning the conference, the special session, and for details
on submitting abstracts. The session promises to be an enlightening
venue, as the current list of invited speakers includes: Bruce Peterson
(Woods Hole), Brian Fry (Louisiana State), Carol Kendall (USGS), Gilbert
Cabana (UQTR), Stuart Bunn (Griffith University), Brian Kennedy (University
of Michigan), and Len Wassenaar (Environment Canada).
Hope to see you there.
Cheers,
Rick and Jill
rrdoucet@unb.ca
J.Lancaster@ed.ac.uk
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Rick Doucett (PhD), NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellow,
Stable Isotope Laboratory, Department of Biology,
University of New Brunswick, Bag service# 45111,
Loring Bailey Hall, Bailey Drive,
Fredericton, NB, E3B 6E1, CANADA,
tel: (506) 453-4594 fax: (506) 453-3583,
e-mail: rrdoucet@unb.ca
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 12:55:06 -0700
From: Pete Fule' <pete.fule@NAU.EDU>
Subject: M.S. fire ecology opportunity
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Two graduate research assistantships leading to the M.S. degree in Fo=
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Arizona University, supporting research projects on landscape-scale f=
ire=20
patterns. Students will apply fire behavior and ecological simulatio=
n=20
models to forecast future changes under alternative climate and treat=
ment=20
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northern Arizona. Experience or interest in computer simulation mode=
ling,=20
geographic information systems, remote sensing, fire ecology, and fie=
ld=20
skills would be helpful. Starting date is on or near May 1, 2001. T=
he=20
M.S. stipend is $12,500 per year and includes an out-of-state tuition=
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July 1, 2001.
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, (520)=20
523-1463]. For information on the ERI, visit www.eri.nau.edu. For=
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information on the School of Forestry and application materials, visi=
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is March 15, 2001.
Peter Ful=E9
Ecological Restoration Institute
Northern Arizona University
P.O. Box 15018
Flagstaff, AZ 86011 USA
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Northern Arizona University, supporting research projects on
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systems, remote sensing, fire ecology, and field skills would be
helpful. Starting date is on or near May 1, 2001. The M.S=
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 15:48:54 -0800
From: Bryan Foster <bfoster@EAGLE.CC.UKANS.EDU>
Subject: 2001 REU Program. Univ. of Kansas
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at University of Kansas
will (pending funding from NSF) be setting up a "Research Experiences for
Undergraduates" program in summer 2001. The proposed program includes an
individual research experience with a faculty mentor, weekly seminars and
research tours, and a research symposium. We also anticipate sending
students to a national scientific meeting and there will be international
research experiences available in some areas. For more details and an
application form, please see http://www.ukans.edu/~reu/. The contact person
for the program is Dr. Helen Alexander, h-alexander@ukans.edu.
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Helen M. Alexander office: 7006 Haworth
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology telephone: 785-864-3221
University of Kansas email: h-alexander@ukans.edu
Lawrence, KS 66045-2106 fax 785-864-5321
____________________________________________
Bryan L. Foster, Assistant Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas 66045-2106
Phone: 785-864-4361
bfoster@eagle.cc.ukans.edu
http://www.ukans.edu/~eeb/Main/foster.htm
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 17:33:38 -0500
From: Tim Mousseau <mousseau@SC.EDU>
Subject: Graduate RA's
Graduate Research Assistantships (Ph.D. or M.S.)
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences
Texas A&M University
Responsibilities: The research project is a collaborative effort
between Texas A&M University (J. R. Gold, D. M. Gatlin, and W. H. Neill)
and the University of South Carolina (T. A. Mousseau) and involves
utilization of hypervariable DNA markers (microsatellites) to (i) assess
genetic contribution(s) to marine survival of hatchery-produced red drum
(a fish), and (ii) estimate the additive genetic component (narrow sense
heritability) of three traits (growth rate, thermal, tolerance, and
marginal metabolic scope) of critical importance to red drum culture.
The project will provide the basis for a thesis or dissertation for two
graduate students.
Qualifications: Successful applicants (Ph. D. or M.S. level) should
possess competitive academic records and scores on graduate record
examinations. Experience in molecular and/or quantitative genetics,
biochemistry, and/or physiology would be useful but is not required.
The ability to work independently and collaboratively is essential.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to receive training in
one or more of the above areas.
Salary: Stipends for graduate research assistantships are set by the
department and range from $12,900 - 13,500 in the initial year. Full
health-care benefits for the individual and his/her immediate family are
included. The project has a three-year timeline.
Closing: Until suitable candidates are found. The positions will open
1 June, 2001.
Contact: To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, unofficial
copies of transcripts and GRE scores, and names of three references to:
Dr. J. R. Gold, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences, Texas A&M
University, College Station, Texas 77843-2258. Inquiries can be made to
goldfish@tamu.edu. Texas A&M University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer. Information about
graduate programs at TAMU and USC can be found at
http://wfscnet.tamu.edu and http://zebra.biol.sc.edu/biology,
respectively.
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Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2001 15:31:55 -0600
From: Tricia Spitzer <tspitzer@COBALT.DISL.ORG>
Subject: 2001 DISL Internship Announcement
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conduct research on several projects that evaluate the response of =
seagrass ecosystems to different types of human-induced stress. These =
projects focus on the effects of nutrient enrichment, overfishing =
(removal of top predators) and habitat fragmentation.
Research will be based at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab in the Mobile Bay =
area of the Northern Gulf Coast. The interns will work closely with =
Professor Ken Heck, Research Associate Tricia Spitzer, Post Doctoral =
Fellow Per Moksnes and graduate students.
We are looking for interns for both summer and fall seasons. The =
duration of the internship is about 3 months. Summer interns will start =
on May 7, 2001 and continue through August 3, 2001. The fall interns =
will start on August 6, 2001 and continue through November 16, 2001. You =
may apply for both seasons if you wish.
Duties and responsibilities - This internship will be field intensive at =
times. Field research will include monthly faunal sampling, measurements =
of primary production, water column sampling and maintenance of field =
enclosures. Applicants should have their own snorkel gear and wet suit. =
Interns will be involved in maintenance of experiments and sample =
processing. In addition, interns will receive training in sample =
identification and analytical instrumentation. There will be seminars =
from visiting scientists and discussion groups on current topics in =
marine science.
We are seeking people who are enthusiastic about marine ecology, and may =
be considering marine science as an occupation. This job requires long =
days of physically demanding field work, and long hours sorting samples =
in the lab. Experience (although not necessary), as well as enthusiasm =
about marine research, are important aspects of a rewarding internship. =
This is a great opportunity for hands-on training in the field.=20
Stipend - A weekly stipend of $100 and a room and board allowance =
($150/week) will be provided.=20
Eligibility - Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in marine =
programs, or with marine experience are preferred. This internship is =
available only to U.S. and Canadian citizens.
For Applications and Additional information - To request an application =
form email Tricia Spitzer at tspitzer@disl.org or send a self addressed =
envelope to:
Ms. Tricia Spitzer
2001 Summer (or Fall) Intern Program
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
For those of you who prefer to receive the application via email, the =
Application form will be in a Word97 format or PDF (Adobe Acrobat) =
Format. If you cannot read Word97 or PDF formats, please email us with =
your fax number and we will fax the application to you.
Application Deadline is: March 23, 2001
We will notify interns by: April 6, 2001
Visit our Web Page to learn about the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and to view =
Dr. K.L. Heck's research profile (see Undergraduate & Graduate Programs, =
Our Faculty) at http://www.disl.org.
***Note: This fellowship is separate from the NSF REU program that is =
offered at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and requires a separate =
application form !
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TRICIA SPITZER
DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB
101 BIENVILLE BLVD
DAUPHIN ISLAND, AL 36528
(334) 861- 7551 (OFFICE)
(334) 861- 7540 (FAX)
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 30 Dec 2000 to 1 Jan 2001
There are 2 messages totalling 84 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Decomposition research
2. New Belize Tropical Education NGO Website
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Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2001 08:28:32 -0800
From: Heidi Hillhouse <asalufa@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: Decomposition research
I'm working on a decomposition research project, and
could use some advice. This project is being done
near Lincoln, Nebraska looking at decomposition of
grassland and woodland species by tissue type. I have
1250 litter bags filled and ready to put out to begin
the project, but I've come up with a dilemma. It took
much longer than expected to prepare the bags, and
I've long since missed the original deadline for
getting the bags in the field. The question is if I
should start the project now or wait until next fall.
Right now there is a foot of snow on the ground, and
no sign of it melting any time soon. I could try to
dig down to get the bags to soil level, but I don't
think I can do so evenly. Because of this, I'm
worried that the soluble materials will be lost
disproportionatly quickly because they will still be
leaching out, but the snow will block the biotic
factors that cause or accelerate decomposition in the
other tissues. If I wait until next fall, this
problem should be eliminated, but the weather
variability year to year may cause different results
depending on the precipitation rates and temperature.
If anyone has experiance with this type of problem,
I'd appreicate any insite you could provide!
Thank you,
Heidi Hillhouse
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Date: Sun, 31 Dec 2000 19:05:43 -0600
From: Rebecca Forkner <biorfork@JINX.UMSL.EDU>
Subject: New Belize Tropical Education NGO Website
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BFREE DEBUTS WEB SITE:
BFREE (Belize Foundation for Research and Environmental Education) is
pleased to announce its new Web site available at:
http://www.bfreebelize.org. The site contains information about BFREE, its
educational programs, research opportunities, internships, and a myriad of
maps and photos depicting BFREE's facility and the adjacent Bladen Nature
Reserve of Southern Belize.. We encourage students, researchers, and anyone
interested in tropical ecosystem conservation to visit the Web site and
inform others about its incarnation.
BFREE is a nonprofit organization (located in the Maya Mountains of
Southern Belize) whose facility has been in operation since 1995. BFREE's
mission is the continued preservation, study, and conservation of the
Bladen Nature Reserve (BNR), one of the last remaining pristine rainforests
in the world. For more information, visit the Web site and/or contact us
at: bfree@btl.net.
Happy New Year!
Jacob and Kelly Marlin, Managing Directors
Bellize Foundation for Research and Environmental Education (BFREE)
P.O. Box 129
Punta Gorda
Belize
CENTRAL AMERICA
Tel: 011 (501) 612065
bfree@btl.net
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