Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 22 May 2001 to 23 May 2001
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There are 14 messages totalling 785 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Analytical tools and techniques for managing natural resource
2. Martyred Mapmaker Myth: Washington Post Story
3. Fw: Exec. Director Job
4. New graphing software for Macintosh
5. 2001 Training Workshops
6. Postdoc vacancy, plant-insect-fungi interactions
7. Job openings
8. Job: Research Technician: Mycorrhizae and Biogeochemistry
9. arson destroys Populus genetic research at Univ. of WA and an OR nurser
10. arson destroys Populus genetic research at Univ. of WA and an OR
nursery (2)
11. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
12. Looking for a reviewer for StatSoft Neural Networks program
13. Jobs: 2 with WA State Dept. Natural Resources
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 12:21:32 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Analytical tools and techniques for managing natural resource
Dear Colleague,
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resource management. I shall greatly appreciate it, if you could suggest
analytical tools and techniques for managing natural resource that could
go into the curriculum of the course.
Thanks & Regards
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D D BHUJANG RAO
Policy Analysis Division
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 08:18:16 -0400
From: Brad Robbins <robbins@MOTE.ORG>
Subject: Re: Martyred Mapmaker Myth: Washington Post Story
Bob,
As a former federal scientist (I was trained by the U.S. EPA as both a
Contract Administrator and a Work Assignment Manager for Contract
Management), I've been following the ANWR story with some interest. As has
been stated previously on this list, contracts are very specific and
contractors are not supposed to work outside the scope of the contract. It
seems clear that Thomas not only did this but was allowed too. Perhaps
discipline action is warranted for the project officer who didn't keep a
close eye on what the contractor was doing. The contractor too is liable
because an employee was performing duties beyond the contract scope. Members
of the list should also know that contract employees can not be fired by
anyone other than the contractor. It is illegal for a federal employee
(caveat: agencies other than the EPA may have different rules that I am
unaware of) to recommend either the hiring or firing of a contract employee.
I suspect that Thomas was fired for a multitude of reasons (e.g. failure to
keep track of his time, working beyond his job description, perhaps
insubordination).
I'm curious how you know that the Washington Post reporter (see link below)
is "inexperienced" or that the story is "old news?" I've read the material
posted on the PEER web page (see link below) and was amused by the hyperbole
and conspiracy rhetoric. I would be very surprised if the federal government
could plan, enact, and keep a conspiracy quiet. The government is simply too
big and there are too many employees that wouldn't stand for it.
I also would like to see some documentation that the current administration
has set a trend of "short-funding" and creating an atmosphere that makes it
"difficult for scientists who work in the environmental fields" beyond what
is the standard operating procedure (ask a federal scientists whether their
funding is ever not being threatened). Your post sounds as if you have an ax
to grind or a political agenda. I agree with you that we "must seek
the truth no matter what its bias."
Finally, those who believe that Cheney is running the show are
underestimating Bush. I suspect it is also a mistake to believe that Bush or
Cheney or any other politician is out to poison our kids (arsenic in the
water) or kill our grandparents, or numerous other scary things one
political party loves to talk about. The truth (of which there are usually
many but in this case, only one) is that a politician's agenda is to be
re-elected. No more, no less. If between election cycles they pass some
meaningful legislation, great. If not, we can only hope that the legislation
that is passed won't cost us too much either in freedoms or money.
Brad Robbins, Ph.D.
Mote Marine Laboratory
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are mine (although I suspect they
are shared by some) and do not reflect the official position of MML.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A53125-2001May20.html
http://www.peer.org
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 10:42:49 -0400
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Fw: Exec. Director Job
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sue Senecah" <ssenecah@MAILBOX.SYR.EDU>
To: <ENVST-L@LISTSERV.BROWN.EDU>
Sent: Tuesday, May 22, 2001 7:31 PM
Subject: Exec. Director Job
Executive Director Job Description
The Executive Director leads a statewide, not-for-profit conservation
organization dedicated to protecting and advocating for New York's parks
and to helping communities create and sustain new kinds of parks such as
greenways, rail-trails, and heritage areas. Key components of this
highly
diversified leadership position include: strategic planning, program
development, development and implementation of short- and long-range
objectives, organization building, financial management, fund raising,
personnel management, communication of NYPCA goals and vision, and
cultivation of cooperative partnerships with governmental, non-profit,
and
business organizations. Reports to Board of Directors. Includes regular
travel within state. Competitive salary and benefit package.
Education/Experience/Knowledge
Bachelor's degree; advanced degree in related field a plus
At least three years of relevant management experience demonstrating
ability to lead, motivate, set objectives, attain results, manage
finances
and direct staff
Knowledge of conservation issues, government relations, fund raising,
and
non-profit management
Demonstrated commitment to conservation
Responsibilities and Required Skills
Leadership and Management
Broad management and leadership responsibility, including recruiting,
retaining, and managing high quality and effective staff
Formulate, implement, and evaluate policies and long-term programs
Independent decision-making, including those which have broad
organizational impact
Flexibility in dealing with emerging opportunities and challenges
Overall responsibility for financial management of organization,
including budget preparation
Ensuring that programmatic commitments and financial requirements are
met
Fundraising
Working with a part-time development officer, identify, cultivate, and
solicit donors; obtain government, foundation, and corporate grants and
contracts; and oversee membership program
Communication and Inter-personal
Persuasively communicate, orally and in writing, organization's image,
vision, goals, and objectives to donors, decision makers, legislators,
the
public, partners, and colleagues
Cultivate constructive and effective relationships internally and
externally
Foster an environment of creativity and professional growth
Website: www.nypca.org
Submit letter of interest and resume to: Search Committee
New York Parks and Conservation Association
29 Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
Organizational Description
New York Parks and Conservation Association (NYPCA) is a statewide,
non-profit, citizens' organization dedicated to protecting and
advocating
for New York's parks and promoting the creation of new kinds of parks
such
as greenways and rail and canal trails.
As New York's only statewide parks advocate, NYPCA works to educate the
public and policy makers about key park issues through our newsletter,
web
site, and other forums. NYPCA was the impetus behind the Rockefeller
Institute of Government's comprehensive 1993 report on the state of New
York's parks.
Through its Greenways and Rail-Trails New York program, NYPCA empowers
communities by helping them identify, plan, and develop greenways and
community trails; organizes efforts where there is no organized
constituency; and encourages regional and statewide greenway planning.
NYPCA has established a statewide greenways database and information
clearinghouse; published a poster/map which presents a vision for a
network
of greenways and community trails throughout the state; publishes a
newsletter which features news from multi-use trails around the state;
and
provides other key informational and promotional materials. In 2000,
NYPCA
organized the first statewide greenway and community trail conference,
which drew more than 200 greenway and trail advocates to Syracuse. In
addition to providing technical assistance to many local groups, NYPCA
has
been the incubator for several major greenway and trail projects, each
of
which eventually became an independent organization.
As a partner in the Canalway Trail Partnership, NYPCA is working with
communities to create a continuous 524-mile trail along New York's
historic
canal system. To promote the Canalway Trail, the historic Erie Canal
corridor and bicycle tourism, NYPCA organizes Cycling the Erie Canal, an
eight-day bicycle tour from Buffalo to Albany.
Founded by a small group of park advocates in 1985, NYPCA now has over
2500
members, a staff of six, and an annual budget of $600,000.
Website: www.nypca.org
5/2/01Admin/board/EDoranizationdescription
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 09:32:23 +0200
From: Martin =?iso-8859-1?Q?K=F6chy?= <martin.koechy@GMX.NET>
Subject: New graphing software for Macintosh
Dear Ecologgers,
I have come across a new software for producing graphs. If you find
CricketGraph III a mixed blessing compared to the original
CricketGraph and DeltaGraph offering too many choices, then you might
like WhizGraph. It's simple and elegant and very Mac. The
PICT-export, however, does not seem to work 100%. It is shareware, so
you can try it out. The homepage is http://www.deepgreen.de
Martin
--
Martin K=F6chy, PhD Tel.:+46-73-964 9399 http://home.wtal.de/koechy/resear
ch
Institutionen f=F6r milj=F6analys | Department of Environmental Assessment
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet | Swedish University of Agricultural Science
s
Box 7050 / 750 07 UPPSALA / SUEDE*SWEDEN
http://www.ma.slu.se - Tel. +46-18-67 1000x - Fax: +46-18-67 3156
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 08:40:08 -0500
From: Holly Nelson <holly_nelson@USGS.GOV>
Subject: 2001 Training Workshops
2001 TRAINING WORKSHOPS
U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
NATIONAL WETLAND RESEARCH CENTER &
MID-CONTINENT MAPPING CENTER
IN COOPERATION WITH THE
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE
700 CAJUNDOME BLVD.
LAFAYETTE, LA. 70506-3154 PHONE (337) 266-8699
TRAINING/WORKSHOP FACILITY IS THE NWRC-ANNEX
CONTACT: pat_o'neil@usgs.gov WEBSITE: http://www.nwrc.usgs.go=
v
The U.S. Geological Survey of the Department of the Interior is present=
ing
a series of topical workshops pertaining to mapping, vegetation,
photo-interpretation, remote sensing and Geographical Information Syste=
ms.
The workshops are part of an effort to exchange information and provide=
access to spatial technologies developed at the center for natural reso=
urce
survey. The workshops are available to the general public educators, s=
tate
and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international
community is also greatly encouraged. Workshop participants are eligib=
le
to receive continuing education units (CEU's) for a fee of $10 in addit=
ion
to the standard registration expense.
Most of the workshops are 3 days long, creating compact presentation of=
materials. No previous experience in any of the topical workshop is
assumed, except for advanced workshops. Appropriate handouts, photos,
maps, and other forms of distributed materials are provided to the work=
shop
participants. Some workshops will have scheduled field exercises.
Hands-on exercises are utilized to involve workshop participation.
Specialized workshop topics and transient workshops can be arranged bas=
ed
upon consultation and number of workshop participants. Scheduled works=
hops
are subject to change. Please contact the workshop coordinator at the
listed phone number for workshop information.
February 6-8 Introduction to National Wetlands Classificati=
on
System
March 13-15 Introduction to Desktop GIS (ArcView) for Natu=
ral
Resources
April 24-26 Hydric Soils and Wetland Delineations
May 12 WETMAAP (Wetland Education through Maps and Aerial
Photography)
June 13 Introduction to Geospatial Control Information for
Natural Resources
June 19-21 Introduction to Desktop GIS (ArcView) for Natu=
ral
Resources
June 20-21 Introduction to the Identification of Wetland
Forest Trees
July 17-18 Metadata for Geospatial Data
August 14-16 Introduction to Desktop GIS (ArcView) for Natu=
ral
Resources
September 18-20 Introduction to GPS for Natural Resources
October 24-26 Introduction to Wetland Remote Sensing and Map=
ping
October 29-31 Advanced Wetland Photo-Interpretation
December 4-6 Introduction to Desktop GIS (ArcView) for Natu=
ral
Resources
=
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 14:05:43 +1200
From: Jon Sullivan <SullivanJ@LANDCARE.CRI.NZ>
Subject: Postdoc vacancy, plant-insect-fungi interactions
TWO YEAR POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
Landcare Research, Auckland, New Zealand
A two-year postdoc is available with the title, 'Where kingdoms meet:
exploring the direct and indirect impacts of herbivorous insects and
plant pathogenic fungi on each other, and on the plant hosts that
they share.'
This ecological project will examine the interactions between an
environmental weed called mist flower (Ageratina riparia, Asteraceae)
and the two agents that were recently introduced to New Zealand for
its biological control: a white smut fungus (Entyloma ageratinae) and
a gall fly (Procecidochares alani). This work promises to be one of
the first studies that describe and quantify how fungal plant
pathogens and insect herbivores compete and interact to alter plant
performance and plant population dynamics. It will combine laboratory
trials, field studies, and modelling of mist flower and its
biocontrol agents to illuminate the basic mechanisms and consequences
of inter-kingdom interactions.
The fellowship is for two years and the position would be based in
Mt. Albert, Auckland, New Zealand. Landcare Research is New Zealand's
largest terrestrial environmental research organisation (400 staff)
with a clearly defined scientific purpose: to make a difference for a
truly clean, green New Zealand. For further information on Landcare
Research, check out our website (www.landcare.cri.nz).
For further details on the project science, salary, and working
conditions, please contact
Jane Frohlich, Landcare Research, Private Bag 92170, Auckland, New
Zealand, tel. 64-9-815-4200, fax. 64-9-849-7093, e-mail:
FrohlichJ@landcare.cri.nz
To apply, please send a full CV, a list of three professional
references (including contact information), and one page or less
describing how your skills would benefit the proposed research to
Andrew van Herpt (Human Resources Advisor) via email
(vanherpta@landcare.cri.nz) or via post (Landcare Research, PO Box
69, Lincoln 8152, New Zealand).
Applications close on 22 June 2001.
--
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
Jon Sullivan
Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research
Private Bag 92170
Auckland
New Zealand
tel: (64) 9-815-4200 ext. 7222
fax: (64) 9-849-7093
email: SullivanJ@landcare.cri.nz
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 10:23:33 -0700
From: Nancy Mager <nmager@BIO2.EDU>
Subject: Job openings
Research Technician
Columbia University's Biosphere 2 Center
Under general supervision of Associate Research Scientist, the
successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks in the area of
plant science research. Minimum qualifications include knowledge of
plant ecophysiology, degree preferred; experience in calibration and
use of LiCors 6400s, 6262s and 6200s, database management and
compilation skills; previous experience conducting phenological
measurements. Programming knowledge and knowledge of statistical
software packages preferred. Qualified candidates send resume to:
Human Resources Manager, Biosphere 2 Center, Inc., P.O. Box 689,
Oracle, AZ 85623. Biosphere 2 Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Research Specialist
Columbia University's Biosphere 2 Center
The successful candidate will be responsible primarily for the
maintenance of the Rainforest Biome of Biosphere 2 for global change
research. This will include vegetation management and monitoring,
climate control protocols, and sensor installation/ maintenance. The
successful candidate will also have opportunity to participate in
experimental research on tropical rainforests' responses to climate
changes and to mentor undergraduate research projects. He or she
should be able to work and conduct measurements/sampling in hot and
humid environments. Minimum requirements include a BS or equivalent
in Horticulture, Botanical Gardens Management, Ecology, or related
field, the ability to work at heights in the rainforest canopy, and
good communication skills. Previous experience of managing
ecosystems and/or botanical collections especially in a research
environment is preferred, but not required.
Applications are accepted immediately until the position is filled.
Applications should include a CV and names of three references to
Human Resources, Biosphere 2 Center, 32540 S. Biosphere Rd., Oracle,
AZ 85623 or email resume to hrdata@bio2.edu
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
Nancy Mager
Columbia University
Biosphere 2 Center
32540 S. Biosphere Rd.
Oracle, AZ 85623
Phone: (520) 896-6408
Fax: (520) 896-6214
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 14:30:26 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Research Technician: Mycorrhizae and Biogeochemistry
Research Technician (#553158): Mycorrhizae and Biogeochemistry
Official posting is located at
http://www.nau.edu/hr/jobs/index.html
The Ecosystem Ecology Laboratory in the Department of Biological
Sciences has a 1-year position available for a Research Technician to
conduct research on the influence of mycorrhizae on fine root
decomposition and soil carbon processing. We are particularly interested
in candidates with past experience in analytical chemistry and
ecological research, particularly in mycorrhizal ecology and soil
biogeochemistry. The primary duties of the position will include sorting
roots by mycorrhizal infection status; analyzing samples for various
carbon constituents (lignin, chitin, phenolic and others) and nutrient
contents; constructing experimental microcosms to monitor mass loss, gas
exchange, and soil nutrient transformations, conducting field
experiments, and conducting stable isotope analyses. Applicants must
have a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, or related field, and some
research experience. Interested applicants should send a job application
form, statement of career goals, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of
recommendation to NAU Human Resources.
Application forms can be acquired at
http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~hr/Home/NAU_Jobs/Job_Applications/index.php
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
PO Box 4113
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-4113
(520) 523-2223
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 15:43:23 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: arson destroys Populus genetic research at Univ. of WA and an OR
nursery
Please consider posting these news links to the ESA ECOLOG community. These
links are two stories about arson being used to destroy _Populus_ genetic
research at the University of Washington, as well as an Oregon tree nursery.
Although no one has yet claimed responsibility for the fire, the ELF signed
one of the targeted buildings in Oregon.
http://seattlep-i.nwsource.com/local/24095_fire22.shtml
http://www.nytimes.com/2001/05/23/science/23TREE.html
It is *bitterly* ironic that the targeted lab @ UW did not participate in
any gene manipulation experiments. Dr. Bradshaw uses molecular techniques to
do gene mapping in _Populus_ (as well as Mimulus, I think), but does not
apply this data to 'genetically engineer' trees. I am a recent Ph.D.
graduate of the UW College of Forestry Ecosystem Science program. To my
understanding, Dr. Bradshaw uses classic breeding techniques (apply pollen x
to flower y) and surveys the parental, F1 and F2 populations to learn what
genetic patterns are correlated with morphological features (leaf flush,
branch number, etc.) and to identify the chromosomal locations of gene
groups associated with these traits. Using molecular techniques for this
purpose is NOT the same as genetically engineering trees. That the arson
group misunderstood this point is testimony to their lack of scientific
understanding. I would forward a link to Toby Bradshaw's website for further
reading (and a better explanation of his work than I can provide from
memory) but the server burned in the fire and the link is down,
understandably.
Moreover, the arsonists targeted one of the few building on the UW campus
that was a leader in participating in restoration ecology efforts (as well
as basic ecology and plant science)! It is undoubtedly a tragedy, a great
loss to the other faculty, students and staff whose labs and offices were
burned, and a loss to science.
This sad story should perhaps be a "heads up" for those in the ECOLOG
membership who use molecular techniques to study organisms. Also, this
story provides an example of terrorist tactics of intimidation. To repeat a
NYT quote by Dr. Steve Strauss, plant geneticist at Oregon State University,
whose own research was vandalized in March: "I don't call them ecoterrorists
anymore. They don't deserve the `eco.' They're terrorists against science."
--
Kim J. Brown, Ph.D.
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University
p.o. box 1000
61 Route 9W
Palisades NY 10964-8000
Phone: (845) 365-8401
Fax: (845) 365-8150
Email: kjbrown@ldeo.columbia.edu
Web: http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/~kjbrown
>>>>>>>>>>> New Address as of 1 Sept,
001 <<<<<<<<<<<<
Environmental and Plant Biology, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701-2979
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 15:48:38 -0400
From: Judith Weis <jweis@ANDROMEDA.RUTGERS.EDU>
Subject: Re: arson destroys Populus genetic research at Univ. of WA and an O
nursery
These arsonists must be close relatives of the "animal rights" people who
also destroy research projects in the name of something...
1880's: "There's lots of good fish in the sea" W.S. Gilbert
1990's: Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss,
and pollution. \ \
\ \ \
- - _ - \ \ \ \ ----\
- _ - \
- - ( O \
_ - -_ __ /
- - /
-/// _ ______ ___/
/// /
Judith S. Weis Department of Biological Sciences
Rutgers Univ. Newark NJ 07102 jweis@andromeda.rutgers.edu
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 16:00:34 -0400
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Research Assistant
Company: Wildlife Habitat Council
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3841
Title: Natural Resources Director
Company: City of Fort Collins, Natural Resources Dept.
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3840
Title: Environmental GIS Specialist
Company: RECON
Location: San Diego, California
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3839
Title: Civil Engineer
Company: ZAPATA ENGINEERING
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3838
Title: Executive Director
Company: New York Parks and Conservation Association
Location: Albany, New York
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3837
Title: CEQA/NEPA Project Manager
Company: FUTURES
Location: Multiple Locations, California
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3828
Title: Senior Fisheries Biologist
Company: FUTURES
Location: Sacramento, California
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3827
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 14:29:06 -0700
From: "D. Mckenzie" <dmck@U.WASHINGTON.EDU>
Subject: Re: arson destroys Populus genetic research at Univ. of WA and an O
nursery
It should be pointed out that the perpetrator(s) of this latest fire has
not been identified. In the past, the Earth Liberation Front has been
quick to claim responsibility for their "work", so it's entirely possible
that they had nothing to do with this sabotage.
_______________________________________________________________________
DON MCKENZIE
Research Ecologist
College of Forest Resources, Box 352100
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195
206.543.2789
dmck@u.washington.edu
_______________________________________________________________________
On Wed, 23 May 2001, Judith Weis wrote:
> These arsonists must be close relatives of the "animal rights" people w
o
> also destroy research projects in the name of something...
>
> 1880's: "There's lots of good fish in the sea" W.S. Gilbert
> 1990's: Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss,
> and pollution. \ \
> \ \ \
> - - _ - \ \ \ \ ----\
> - _ - \
> - - ( O \
> _ - -_ __ /
> - - /
> -/// _ ______ ___/
> /// /
> Judith S. Weis Department of Biological Sciences
> Rutgers Univ. Newark NJ 07102 jweis@andromeda.rutgers.edu
>
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 17:53:11 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Looking for a reviewer for StatSoft Neural Networks program
I have a review copy of this program, for Windows. If you're interested in
reviewing it for the Technological Tools column of the Bulletin of the ESA,
let me know.
Dr. David W. Inouye
Department of Biology
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-4415
301-405-6946; FAX 301-314-9358
di5@umail.umd.edu
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Date: Wed, 23 May 2001 21:24:47 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Jobs: 2 with WA State Dept. Natural Resources
Good afternoon. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is
currently recruiting for manager and scientist candidates for the
following positions:
Forest Practices Adaptive Management Director
Closes June 1, 2001
Salary up to $62,232/annually
For more info: http://www.wa.gov/dop/bulletins/010521dnr.htm
Natural Resource Scientist (Forest economics, forest biometrics, forest
ecology, silviculture)
Closes June 14, 2001
Salary $3,776-$4,836 /monthly
For more info go to: www.wa.gov/dnr/jobs/6.14.1nrscientist.htm=20
Kayci Brand
Recruiting Team
Employee Services Division
Department of Natural Resources
360-902-1651
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 21 May 2001 to 22 May 2001
To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Status: R
There are 18 messages totalling 936 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Martryed Mapmaker Myth: Washington Post Story (2)
2. How many fishes are there?
3. ordination programs. (2)
4. emetics and/or stomach flushing (passerines)
5. Wetlands Ecologist
6. MS opportunity
7. International Symposium on Emulating Natural Forest Disturbances: Conce
ts
and Applications
8. Jobs:Forest Practices Adaptive Management Director, Natural Resource
Scientist; in WA
9. Early Birds and Worms
10. seeking a position
11. Position Announcement
12. faculty position - watershed hydrology
13. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
14. Fw: Photo Interpreter Position
15. biodiversity manual for environmental educators in the tropics
16. No HTML please
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 09:14:28 -0400
From: Alison Gillespie <Alison@ESA.ORG>
Subject: Re: Martryed Mapmaker Myth: Washington Post Story
Bob: =20
Please don't mistake the phrase "fleshes out" in my first message to mean =
"tells the truth." =20
We just got to hear from more of the players this time... but it is always =
best to keep in mind that we hear all news stories through the reporters =
ear... and I believe that one should always read everything with a grain =
of salt and a strong sense of skepticism. Still, one should keep reading.
I just thought people might find the story interesting. =20
Alison
___________________
Alison Gillespie
Public Affairs Officer
Ecological Society of America
1707 H Street NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006
202-833-8773 ext 211
alison@esa.org
fax: 202-833-8775=20
http://esa.sdsc.edu
>>> "Bob Parcelles,Jr." <rjparcelles@YAHOO.COM> 05/21/01 07:2
PM >>>
--- Alison Gillespie <Alison@ESA.ORG> wrote:
I thought that some of you might like to know that
the Washington Post ran =3D
a front page story today on Ian Thomas, the USGS
mapmaker we heard so much =3D
earlier this year on the listserver.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A53125-2001May20.html=20
Interesting reading... it fleshes out more of the
story that those that
have been written in the past couple of months.
-Alison
---------------------------------------------------------------------------=
-----
---------------Allison
and all,
This 'rebutttal" is old news by a very inexperienced
reporter. All of his myths have been debunked. Any
one involved in science can surely see the trend in
this administation to short -fund and otherwise make
it difficult for scientists who work in the
environmental fields. The Cheney White House (you
better believe it ) talks about getting the facts and
"making decisions based on science". But the
scientists used are usually on the big business
payroll. Government scientists and consultants (I am
one) are givern narrow parameters. We need basic as
well as apllied science and applied science must seek
the truth no matter what its bias.
Bob Parcelles, Jr.
RJP Associates
Pinellas Park, FL
TRY THESE LINKS FOR THE REST OF THE STORY...
http://www.peer.org=20
or this one for large graphics and maps:
http://www.peer.org/anwr=20
=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D
Bob Parcelles, Jr
Pinellas Park, FL
RJP Associates <rjpassociates@yahoo.com>
rjparcelles@yahoo.com=20
http://rainforest.care2.com/welcome?w=3D976131876=20
"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your =
life."-
Confucius
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Date: Mon, 21 May 2001 21:22:13 -0800
From: Toshihide Hamazaki <toshihide_hamazaki@FISHGAME.STATE.AK.US>
Subject: How many fishes are there?
Thank you for replies.
I have received several responses that favor either A or C.
The point of this question is what to do with efforts data? When efforts
for all the 4 samples were equal, all calculations A, B, and C would result
in identical number.
Missing piece of information (probably unobtainable) is relative proportion
of each cpue event (say, pij for day i period j) over 2days (48 hours).
Total Salmon = 48*(p11*10 + p12*2.5 + p21*1.5 + p22*80)
Is there information to estimate pij?
Researcher A ASSUMES that differences in efforts has no information for pij,
and put each cpue event has equal weight of 0.25.
Total Salmon = 48*0.25*[10+2.5+1.5+80] = 1128
Researchers B and C ASSUME that differences in efforts would provide some
information for pij, or pij is equal to relative proportion of effort, such
that p11 = 1/(1+2+4+0.5), p12 = 2/(1+2+4+0.5), p21 = 4/(1+2+4+0.5), and p22
= 0.5/(1+2+4+0.5) for C that results in 390.4, and p11 = 1/(1+2), p12 =
2/(1+2), p21 = 4/(4+0.5), and p22 = 0.5/(4+0.5) for B that results in 365.3.
Since we do not know the true pij, all/none of them are correct. It's
matter of which assumption is closer to biology of the population being
surveyed.
Point is that every calculation has implicit assumptions, and that by
changing assumption different estimation would be generated from the same
data. (And of course, differences in assumption would generate different
variance estimates.)
BTW: All the numbers were created to make calculation easy and differences
of estimate clear. Needless to say, in real survey, we have more samples
across the time and other information are collected, but still problems of
unequal efforts remain.
This problem is not limited to fish. You could replace fish to # of species,
and hours to survey area, then this quiz becomes an estimation of species
richness problem.
I found that estimation of population is very significant for management but
under appreciated. You hardly get enough samples to estimate (in some cases,
it is technically impossible to sample), and every sampling method carries
has biases. I resolve myself that some inaccurate estimate is better than no
estimate for management.
Again here is the quiz.
*************************************************************************
A group of researchers want to know how many salmons run up a river over a
season. To estimate, they set a gillnet twice a day for several hours and
counted the number of fish caught. The data looks like this:
Day period # of fish hours cpue
caught gillnet (#fish/hours)
was set
1 1 10 1 10
1 2 5 2 2.5
2 1 6 4 1.5
2 2 40 0.5 80
Based on the data total number of salmons over 2 days were estimated.
However, each researchers used different estimation methods.
Researcher A estimated
Total salmon = 24*(mean cpue for day 1)+ 24*(mean cpue for day 2)
= 24*[(10+2.5)/2]+24*[(1.5+80)/2] = 1128
Researcher B estimated
Total salmon = 24*(mean cpue for day 1)+ 24*(mean cpue for day 2)
= 24*[(10+5)/(1+2)]+24*[(6+40)/(4+0.5)] = 365.3
Researcher C estimated
Total salmon = 24*2*(mean cpue for 2 days)
= 24*2*[(10+5+6+40)/(1+2+4+0.5)] = 390.4
Whose estimate is correct?
************************************************************************
Toshihide Hamazaki / Hamachan
Alaska Department of Fish & Game
Commercial Fisheries Division
333 Raspberry Rd.
Anchorage Alaska 99518
Ph: 907-267-2158
Fax: 907-267-2442
e-mail: toshihide_hamazaki@fishgame.state.ak.us
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 08:29:24 +0200
From: Gidi Ne'eman <gneeman@RESEARCH.HAIFA.AC.IL>
Subject: Re: ordination programs.
Dear all,
Mike Plamer wrote:
"Since classification of vegetation is inherently subjective and arbitrary,
just use whichever results from whichever technique you find most useful and
interpretable - but don't fall into the 'reification' trap of assuming that
vegetation classes have any sort of objective reality".
I completely agree with that. However, CANOCO can show you the connections
among the distribution of species and environmental factors (if you have
monitored them in the field), and this is not subjective but of ecological
importance. This point is the strong power of CANOCO.If you study a musti-
species system with many different environmental factors, no bilateral or
multilateral correlation system will give you a general view, while CANOCO
will do it.
Gidi
*******************************************************************
Dr. Gidi Ne'eman
Head Department of Biology, University of Haifa at Oranim,
Tivon 36006, ISRAEL
Phone +972 4 9838820, +972 4 9838819, Fax +972 4 9832167
E-mail: gneeman@research.haifa.ac.il
Homepage:
http://web.macam98.ac.il/~biology
http://web.macam98.ac.il/~gidi
*******************************************************************
Ecology, biogeography and management of Pinus halepensis and P. Brutia
forest ecosystems in the Mediterranean basin, Edited by Gidi Ne'eman & Louis
Trabaud. http://www.backhuys.com
*******************************************************************
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 01:40:56 EDT
From: "David C. Bostock" <David.C.Bostock@DARTMOUTH.EDU>
Subject: emetics and/or stomach flushing (passerines)
Hello,
I am studying resource limitation in an urbanized landscape in passerine bir
s
and next spring and summer (2002) I hope to obtain information on what my bi
ds
are actually eating. Because fecal samples will not provide the resolution o
detail I require, I will be relying on one or both of emetics or stomach
flushing. Since I have no experience with either of these, I am hoping that
there someone out there (ideally in the Northeast, but I can travel) who is
using or has used these methods and is in a position to spend some time this
summer helping/teaching me. I would, of course, be willing to spend time on
ny
project you are working on, and if necessary, can pay my way in terms of foo
and lodging. I have plenty of experience with mist-nets and handling, and
basically all aspects of most bird field studies. I am free from mid-June on
Please contact me by email at david.bostock@dartmouth.edu.
Thanks,
David Bostock
Department of Biological Sciences
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH 03755
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 16:44:23 -0000
From: Grace Bottitta <gracebottitta@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Wetlands Ecologist
Position Announcement
Wetlands Ecologist
Ducks Unlimited, Inc. the world's leading wetland and waterfowl conservation
organization, is seeking qualified candidates for a Wetlands Ecologist at
its National Headquarters in Memphis, TN. DU's mission is to fulfill the
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Ducks Unlimited is launching new initiatives for carbon sequestration in
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and waterfowl research. We are seeking an individual with proven skills in
wetland ecology to help support these new and expanding programs.
Successful applicants must have a minimum of a master's degree; preferably
in wetlands ecology or similar discipline. Candidates must have excellent
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a member of a diverse team. Preference will be given to candidates with
experience in conservation and research fund raising and well-developed
analytical skills.
Duties will include assisting senior conservation and research staff with
ongoing and developing programs, assistance in analyzing and summarizing
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public of conservation and research programs, and participation in local and
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Please send a resume, a letter of interest addressing the specific
qualifications, and a list of three references to Dr. Keith McKnight, Ducks
Unlimited, Inc., One Waterfowl Way, Memphis, TN 38120 or email
kmcknight@ducks.org.
Deadline for submission of materials is 31 July 2000.
Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 12:51:46 -0400
From: Peter Paton <ppaton@URI.EDU>
Subject: MS opportunity
M.S. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP STUDYING POND-BREEDING AMPHIBIANS: The
successful applicant will monitor amphibian community structure and
metapopulation dynamics at vernal ponds in forested and anthropogenic
landscapes in Rhode Island. I seek an enthusiastic individual who can work
independently, supervise field assistants, has strong quantitative and
writing skills, and enjoys fieldwork. Applicants should possess a B.S. in
wildlife biology, ecology, or closely related field, and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Stipend is $15,000 per year plus a tuition waiver. Starting date will be
Fall semester, 2001. Please send a letter of interest, resume, photocopy of
transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references to: DR.
PETER PATON, Department of Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode
Island, Kingston RI 02881 (EM: ppaton@uri.edu; voice 401-874-2986; fax:
401-874-4561). Closing date 25 June 2001
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 11:49:53 -0400
From: "Perera, Ajith (MNR)" <ajith.perera@MNR.GOV.ON.CA>
Subject: International Symposium on Emulating Natural Forest Disturbances:
Concepts and Applications
> International Symposium on Emulating Natural Forest Disturbances: Conce
ts
> and Applications
>
Sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, IUFRO
Landscape Ecology WP, and the Canadian Society of Landscape Ecology and
Management
> May 13-14, 2002
> Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
>
> This symposium will synthesize the state of knowledge of ENFD in North
> America. Invited speakers will discuss the theory and concepts behind
> predicting natural forest disturbances, present policy perspectives fro
a
> variety of jurisdictions, examine the feasibility and consequences of
> implementing ENFD policies, and present case studies from across North
> America.
>
> The intended target audience is diverse; it includes forest policymaker
,
> forest managers, forest industry, NGO personnel, scientists, and studen
s.
>
>
> Topics to be addressed include:
>
> Ecological principles of ENFD
> Methods of predicting natural forest disturbances
> Principles and practices of predicting forest fire regimes
> Principles and practices of predicting forest pest disturbances
> ENFD policies in Canada, the United States, and Europe
> Ecological consequences of ENFD policies
> Socio-economic consequences of ENFD
> Conservationist stakeholder expectations of ENFD
> Forest industry expectations of ENFD
> Case studies of research on applications of ENFD from Canada, the Unite
> States, and Europe
>
> You are invited to participate in the symposium, and present your resea
ch
> at the poster session. Posters should address case studies of research
n
> various aspects of ENFD, including applications, feasibility, policies,
or
> consequences.
>
> For more information, visit
> http://www.landscape-ecology.com/Eng/eng_enfd.htm,
> http://forestry.mtu.edu/lees/iufro/page6.html or, e-mail
> information.ofri@mnr.gov.on.ca.
>
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 13:39:42 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Jobs:Forest Practices Adaptive Management Director,
Natural Resource Scientist; in WA
Good afternoon. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is =
currently for manager and scientist candidates for the following positions:=
Forest Practices Adaptive Management Director
Closes June 1, 2001
Salary up to $62,232/annually
visit DNR web site for more info: http://www.wa.gov/dop/bulletins/010521dnr=
htm
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Closes June 14, 2001
Salary $3,776-$4,836 /monthly
For more info go to: www.wa.gov/dnr/jobs/6.14.1nrscientist.htm=20
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 09:25:27 -0500
From: MICHAEL W PALMER <carex@OSUUNX.UCC.OKSTATE.EDU>
Subject: Re: ordination programs.
On Tue, 22 May 2001, Gidi Ne'eman wrote:
> Dear all,
>
> Mike Plamer wrote:
> "Since classification of vegetation is inherently subjective and arbitr
ry,
> just use whichever results from whichever technique you find most usefu
and
> interpretable - but don't fall into the 'reification' trap of assuming
hat
> vegetation classes have any sort of objective reality".
>
> I completely agree with that. However, CANOCO can show you the connecti
ns
> among the distribution of species and environmental factors (if you hav
> monitored them in the field), and this is not subjective but of ecologi
al
> importance. This point is the strong power of CANOCO.If you study a mus
i-
> species system with many different environmental factors, no bilateral
r
> multilateral correlation system will give you a general view, while CAN
CO
> will do it.
Thanks for agreeing! And I agree with you. But please note that the
original question was about TWINSPAN; CCA is a direct gradient analysis
and not a classification technique.
A minor quibble (and I suspect you will agree with me): CANOCO is a
software package that does CCA and many other techniques. Likewise, a
number of other software packages perform CCA. Thus, synonymizing CANOCO
with CCA is not accurate (and while CANOCO is the leading program for CCA,
this has the unintentional effect of slighting authors of other software).
--Mike
>
> Gidi
>
> *******************************************************************
> Dr. Gidi Ne'eman
> Head Department of Biology, University of Haifa at Oranim,
> Tivon 36006, ISRAEL
> Phone +972 4 9838820, +972 4 9838819, Fax +972 4 9832167
> E-mail: gneeman@research.haifa.ac.il
> Homepage:
> http://web.macam98.ac.il/~biology
> http://web.macam98.ac.il/~gidi
> *******************************************************************
> Ecology, biogeography and management of Pinus halepensis and P. Brutia
> forest ecosystems in the Mediterranean basin, Edited by Gidi Ne'eman &
ouis
> Trabaud. http://www.backhuys.com
> *******************************************************************
>
>
>
________________________________________
Michael W. Palmer
Department of Botany 104 LSE
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK 74078 USA
carex@osuunx.ucc.okstate.edu
Office phone: 405-744-7717 FAX: 405-744-7074
ordination web page: www.okstate.edu/artsci/botany/ordinate
________________________________________
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Date: Mon, 21 May 2001 11:01:57 -0500
From: Jonathan Haskett <jhaskett@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject: Re: Martryed Mapmaker Myth: Washington Post Story
Mr. Thomas "infractions" seem to be either inadvertant or deemed wrong in
retrospect. His "previous trouble" appears to have been that he found
elevation information about Korea and China in an *English* library and
that NIMA subsequently objected to this. If it was freely available in this
forgein library how is Mr. Thomas supposed to know that NIMA considers it
sensitive? Ex post facto this is presented in the news account as Mr.
Thomas having gotten into trouble before. One might more reasonably
question why NIMA allowed such sensitive information to be circulated
internationally. In the article however, this incident is used to tar Mr.
Thomas as a "problem" employee with a history of infractions. Mr. Thomas
made lots and lots of maps about all sorts of things. Other than USGS
difficulty in keeping him sufficiently busy this did not seem to be a
problem until it came to ANWR material. Then he was sacked. The USGS has a
legitimate point in saying that the Alaska office had more current
information and far more expertise in dealing with this very senistive
issue. Further the USGS has a legitimate point in wanting to be careful as
to what data it puts out with its imperatur on this subject. However, in
light of its pervious indifference to Mr. Thomas' action a proportional
response would have been to:
a) Show him the most up-to-date ANWR caribou information that the agency
was in fact presenting.
b) Direct him to remove his own material which was apparently not as
current or extensive.
c) Allow his contract to run the 3 remaining weeks it had on it, and then
not rehire him after adequate notification, based on their difficulty in
keeping him sufficiently busy.
Instead they abruptly fired him, in a manner which gives the appearance of
panic. The slant of the Post article appears more interested in "debunking"
than in an even-handed evaluation.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Haskett
University of Maryland
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 09:48:52 -0400
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 13:25:45 -0500
From: Mark Hilton <mark_hilton@USGS.GOV>
Subject: Position Announcement
Dear Members:
Please disseminate this position announcmeent to friends and collegues.
Regards,
Mark D. Hilton
NWRC Program Manager
Johnson Controls Inc.
USGS National Wetlands Research Center
700 Cajundome Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337)266-8565 or
(337)266-8829
(337)266-8595 FAX
****************************************************************************
***
*************************************************
Position Announcement
Posting Date: 22 May 01
Closing Date: When Filled
General Biologist II
Johnson Controls World Services Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a
full-time General Biologist II to perform contract work with the National
Wetlands Research Center in Lafayette, Louisiana. We are seeking an
ecologist with a MS degree in ecology/biology or related field to work on a
project assessing the ecological effects of fire on US Fish and Wildlife
Service Refuges in Texas. This project is a partnership between the US
Geological Survey (USGS) and US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and is
expected to be a multi-year study. Habitats that will be studied in this
first phase of the program will be coastal tallgrass prairie and wetlands
along the Texas coast. The individual will be located at the National
Wetlands Research Center in the heart of Cajun country in Lafayette,
Louisiana and will be part of a team of scientists working on ecological
fire effects. Experience in some aspect of fire ecology, landscape
ecology, invasive species, and/or plant ecology is required for this
position. The individual will work as part of a scientific team and needs
to enjoy working closely with other scientists, as well as USFWS personnel.
Johnson Controls offers an excellent benefits package including healthcare,
dental, vision, 401(k) and other employee selected options.
Please submit resumes (including name, address, and phone numbers) for
consideration to:
Johnson Controls World Services Inc.
National Wetland Research Center
700 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70506
Fax: (318)266-8595
E-mail: Mark_Hilton@usgs.gov
Please send letters, faxes, or e-mail messages only
Johnson Controls Inc. is promotes a Drug-Free Workplace and is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and the disabled are encourage to
apply.
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 13:32:42 -0500
From: Brian R Lockhart <blockh1@LSU.EDU>
Subject: faculty position - watershed hydrology
Apologizes for cross-posting.
Position Announcement
Watershed Hydrology
School of Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries
Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center and
College of Agriculture, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
Rank: Assistant Professor (12 month, tenure-track)
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Watershed Hydrology or closely related field with
emphasis on renewable natural resources. Experience in soils, landscape
ecology, and spatial technologies desirable. Research experience in the
relationship of watershed hydrology to natural resource management is
essential; area of specialization is flexible, but experience with water
and hydrology issues in coastal marshes, streams and lakes, and/or upland
and bottomland forests is preferred. Teaching experience is highly
desirable; must be able to effectively communicate with undergraduate and
graduate students, clientele groups, and professionals in the field of
watershed hydrology.
Nature of Work: Responsibilities will include development of an
ecologically-oriented, externally funded research program dealing with
watershed hydrology in the lower and mid-South region of the United States,
including the Gulf Coast marshes. Candidate must work effectively with
state, federal, and private organizations, obtain research grants, conduct
basic and applied research, publish findings in a variety of outlets,
participate in university committees, advise graduate students, and teach
undergraduate and graduate courses. The School offers a stimulating
research environment, a strong graduate program, considerable resources to
establish a research program, and is recognized as one of the leading
institutions in North America for scholarly activity in the field of
natural resource management. Teaching duties will include undergraduate
and graduate courses, depending on expertise, and development of a graduate
course in area of specialty.
Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Benefits include retirement system, earned annual and sick
leave, University holidays, and optional group hospitalization and life
insurance.
Date Available: November 1, 2001 or until a suitable candidate is
identified.
Application Deadline: August 15, 2001 or until a suitable candidate is
selected.
Application Procedure: Send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae,
reprints, and at least three letters of reference to:
Chair, Watershed Hydrology Search Committee
School of Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries
Louisiana State University
227 FWF Building
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803
The LSU System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 16:00:32 -0400
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Social Science Post-Doc, Natural Resources
Company: USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station
Location: Portland, Oregon
For more information click below:
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Title: Sociologist
Company: USDA Forest Service
Location: Ogden, Utah or Boise, Idaho
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http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=3819
Title: GIS / Water Resource Technician - Summer Positio
Company: Conservation Halton
Location: Burlington, ON, Canada
For more information click below:
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Title: Supervisory Librarian IV/Infoterra #EPADC10
Company: ASRC Aerospace Corp. / US EPA
Location: Washington, DC
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Title: Librarian (Public Access/Controlled Vocabulary) #E
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 16:46:49 -0500
From: Shannon Menard <shannon_menard@ABI.ORG>
Subject: Fw: Photo Interpreter Position
I am forwarding this job announcement for a photo interpreter position
located in Lacrosse, WI and working in Glacier National Park.
Please direct questions to the contact person listed on the websites and in
the job description. Thank you.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin D Hop" <kevin_hop@usgs.gov>
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2001 11:28 AM
Subject: Photo Interpreter Position
> Hello all,
>
> I would appreciate any networking of the attached Photo Inerpreter
> position.
> Please forward to anyone who might be interested, and to anyone who mig
t
> further distribute this job announcement.
>
> The announcement can also be viewed at the following web sites:
> http://www.ecojobs.com/conservationjobs.htm#3
> http://www.uwlax.edu/vacancies/02RSC01-0615.html
>
> FYI, this position is for vegetation mapping of Glacier NP.
> Thanks so much for any assistance you can provide.
>
> Kevin D. Hop
> Team Leader - NPS / NWR Vegetation Mapping
> Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center
> U.S. Geological Survey
> (608) 783-7550 ext 46
> kevin_hop@usgs.gov
>
>
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Shannon Menard, Ph.D. <shannon_menard@abi.org>
Senior Regional Ecologist--Midwest Region, US
Association for Biodiversity Information--Minneapolis Office
1313 5th Street, SE, Suite 314
Minneapolis, MN 55414
TEL: 612-331-0710; FAX: 612-331-0770
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 20:28:57 -0400
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: biodiversity manual for environmental educators in the tropics
Interpreting Biodiversity: A Manual for Environmental Educators in the
Tropics (1999, AMNH) is available from the American Museum of Natural
History's Center for Biodiversity and Conservation. The manual outlines the
basic building blocks for an interpretive program on biodiversity,
including principles of exhibit design, interpretive presentations,
community outreach programs, and evaluation. The 186 page illustrated
manual is available in English, French, and Spanish. For information
contact biodiversity@amnh.org or go to
http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/publ/publ.html to download or order.
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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 19:53:19 -0400
From: Oliver Kilian <oliver@CENTTEL.COM>
Subject: No HTML please
Hi
Several months ago the issue fo message format was raised. I'd like to
resurrect the point. For the sake of brevity/clarity, as well as saving
bandwidth, CPU cycles, download time, etc..., I'm re-affirming my position
that postings shouldn't come out looking like this:
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> <P>Does anyone know of any research positions available from now
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Not all e-mail programs around the globe can interpret fancy e-mails, and
those that can aren't always configured to render them. By limiting oneself
to plain text, every sender can be assured of sending a clear message to
everyone on the list.
Oliver K. Reichl
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