Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 6 Nov 2001 to 7 Nov 2001
There are 13 messages totalling 675 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
2. Doctoral research position
3. parsimony
4. Intern position - please do not apply to me
5. Computer hardware and networking program for natural resource managers,
in
India
6. compensatory/additive mortality papers
7. Tenure track position in field biology/environmental science at Drake
University
8. Tulane Doctoral Research Fellowships
9. DISCOUNTED HOTEL REGISTRATION EXTENDED for NCSE NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON
SCIENCE, POLICY AND THE ENVIRONMENT December 5-7
10. Job Announcement - Wetland Ecologist, Kirkland, Wa, USA
11. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
12. M.S. OR PH.D. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP
13. Fwd: Job Announcement REVISED - Wetland Ecologist, Kirkland, Wa, USA
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 22:40:35 EST
From: Bob Arnebeck <RArnebeck@AOL.COM>
Subject: Re: activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
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Since this thread seemed to arise out of my poorly received jeremiads agains
"bio-pollution," let me suggest that "activism" has become an integral part
of the role of the modern ecologists because of the way ecologists define
nature. Because of the way you are structuring ecology, you really have no
choice.
Take zebra mussels and the larger issue of exotic or alien species. There is
no political controversy about zebra mussels. No one is advocating their
spread. From my perspective what happened was that, with no opposition from
any interest group, ecologists helped lead a campaign of education which, it
was hoped would limit the spread of the what was identified as a pest. That
campaign continues and in part informs the program of research being carried
out on zebra mussels.
I've lived with zebra mussels for nine years and their impact has been far
less than predicted by scientists. My outboard engine intake has not been
fouled; my dock has not been encrusted with their sharp shells. Changing
water levels and ice scour has kept them in check. In my limited experience
they have not had much effect on my fishing success (primarily perch, rock
bass, and sunnies.) Native clams have suffered. The water is clearer and
cleaner. I humbly suggest they can in no way be defined as a pollutant.
However regrettable the introduction of alien species are, however
regrettable extinctions are, and however laudable bio-diversity might be, I
personally can't go down to the river at my door with a feeling that I am
being in some way cheated of what ecologists might define as what should be
true experience of the river. I do view manmade pollution as a cheat, don't
cotton to jet skis and would prefer to see the St. Lawrence Seaway shutdown.
I guess the point is, when you reorder nature in a way that suggests that
everything has its place, you risk creating an imaginary world that doesn't
exist. Then you can't escape masking the contradiction by being an activist
and an advocate.
Bob Arnebeck
Wellesley Island, NY
members.aol.com/BeaveReality
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<HTML><FONT FACE=arial,helvetica><FONT SIZE=2>Since this
hread seemed to arise
out of my poorly received jeremiads against "bio-pollution," let me suggest
that "activism" has become an integral part of the role of the modern
ecologists because of the way ecologists define nature. Because of the way
ou
are structuring ecology, you really have no choice.
<BR>
<BR>Take zebra mussels and the larger issue of exotic or alien species
There is
no political controversy about zebra mussels. No one is advocating their
spread. From my perspective what happened was that, with no opposition from
any
interest group, ecologists helped lead a campaign of education which, it wa
hoped would limit the spread of the what was identified as a pest. That
campaign continues and in part informs the program of research being carrie
out on zebra mussels.
<BR>
<BR>I've lived with zebra mussels for nine years and their impact has
een far
less than predicted by scientists. My outboard engine intake has not been
fouled; my dock has not been encrusted with their sharp shells. Changing wa
er
levels and ice scour has kept them in check. In my limited experience they
ave
not had much effect on my fishing success (primarily perch, rock bass, and
sunnies.) Native clams have suffered. The water is clearer and cleaner. I
humbly suggest they can in no way be defined as a pollutant.
<BR>
<BR>However regrettable the introduction of alien species are, however
regrettable extinctions are, and however laudable bio-diversity might be, I
personally can't go down to the river at my door with a feeling that I am b
ing
in some way cheated of what ecologists might define as what should be a tru
experience of the river. I do view manmade pollution as a cheat, don't cott
n
to jet skis and would prefer to see the St. Lawrence Seaway shutdown.
<BR>
<BR>I guess the point is, when you reorder nature in a way that sugges
s that
everything has its place, you risk creating an imaginary world that doesn't
exist. Then you can't escape masking the contradiction by being an activist
and
an advocate.
<BR>
<BR>Bob Arnebeck
<BR>Wellesley Island, NY
<BR>members.aol.com/BeaveReality</FONT></HTML>
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 22:18:12 -0500
From: Daniel Stover <dstover@WVU.EDU>
Subject: Doctoral research position
Greetings,
My name is Daniel Stover and I am writing in hopes of finding a
doctoral graduate research position for the fall of 2002. Currently,
I am completing my MS in Environmental Plant Biology here at West
Virginia University. A large portion of my thesis has evolved around
the fundamentals of ecological genetics and a need to better
understand root dynamics and changes in morphology in the wetland
plant Juncus effusus. I have utilized a number of methods including
rhizotrons and computer imaging software (MacRHIZO) to accomplish
these tasks. With graduation approaching fast, I have decided that I
would like to continue my studies and work on a dissertation in the
area of root dynamics as a function of environmental change.
I would appreciate any responses or leads to programs that would
allow me the opportunity to continue my work in plant root biology.
I can be reached at the following contact info:
Dan Stover
123A Brooks Hall
WVU, Dept of Biology
Morgantown, WV 26506
304-293-5201 ext 2524
dstover@wvu.edu
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Daniel B. Stover
West Virginia University
Department of Biology
Environmental Plant Biology
123A Brooks Hall
Morgantown, WV 26506
304-293-5201 ext. 2524
dstover@wvu.edu
http://www.as.wvu.edu/biology/graduate/grads/dstover.html
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 20:36:15 -0500
From: Agki Strodon <agkistrodon@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject: Re: parsimony
I don't have the specific references right in front of me (I'm repaneling
the den and all the books and papers are irretrievable at the moment) but
you might look at the "African Eve" work on mitochondrial DNA sequences and
the dinosaur-bird connection using morphological data. In the former,
parsimony figured as a critical concept in a molecular evolutionary context
and in the latter, cladistic analysis also relied on the principle. Both
sides use it.
You might want to discuss, at the start of the lecture, the historical
context of parsimonious explanation and relate it to its "founder", William
of Occam.
Jim Sutton
----- Original Message -----
From: Malia Somerville <somervil@YAHOO.COM>
To: <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2001 10:15 AM
Subject: parsimony
> Looking for ideas...
>
> I have to teach a 1 hour class on parsimony as it
> relates to evolution. I'm looking for good examples
> to demonstrate the concept and references to current
> work or research in this area.
>
> The students are upper level undergraduates and some
> graduates (masters level).
>
> Any thoughts, suggestions, advice, etc. would be
> appreciated.
>
> Malia Somerville
> American University
> somervil@yahoo.com
>
> __________________________________________________
> Do You Yahoo!?
> Find a job, post your resume.
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 12:24:20 +0000
From: Grace Bottitta <gracebottitta@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Intern position - please do not apply to me
Great Lakes/Atlantic Regional Office
Ducks Unlimited, Inc
Intern Position
The Great Lakes/Atlantic Regional Office of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is seeking
qualified candidates for an intern position. This position will support the
Great Lakes Mallard study currently being conducted (see
www.ducks.org/mallardtrax for detailed information about the study). Part
of the year, the intern will be conducting fieldwork. The intern must be
willing to work in the field in the Great Lakes States to support field
staff (while conducting field work, housing is provided). For the balance
of the year, the intern will participate in a variety of activities: such
as coordinating pre-season preparation, data management, and public
outreach.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelors degree, have a
strong background in waterfowl and/or wetlands issues, and be available for
employment January 1st 2002. The individual must have demonstrated ability
to work independently as well as a part of a team. Additionally, strong
written and oral communication skills are necessary.
This full-time, one-year intern position will be located at Ducks Unlimited,
Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The position will pay a stipend of $1300 per
month. Please send a resume, a letter describing your qualifications, and a
list of at least three references to Tina Yerkes, Great Lakes/Atlantic
Regional Office, Ducks Unlimited, Inc, 331 Metty Dr, Suite 4, Ann Arbor, MI
48103 or email tyerkes@ducks.org
Deadline for submission of materials is 3 December 2001
Ducks Unlimited, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer
_________________________________________________________________
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 19:48:19 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Computer hardware and networking program for natural resource manag
rs,
in India
>The Indian Instutute of Forest Management is Organizing a 3 day Managem
nt
>Development Programme on 'Computer Hardware and Networking for Natural
>Resource Managers' from the 10-12 December 2001. This course will prov
de
>NR Managers with an opportunity to know about computer hardware and
>Networks . It will be very useful for individuals , forest offers who a
e
>managing forest computing esatblishments , NGO's and any one interested
in
>Hardware .
>
>
>You can get all details about this programme at the following website :
>
> http://www.iifm.org/hard.html
>
>In case you have any queries, please forward them to Dr. Chinmaya S.
>Rathore at csr@iifm.org
>
>If you know someone who will be interested in this progremme, we will b
>grateful if you can pass this on to them.
>
>
>________________________________________
>Dr. Chinmaya S. Rathore
>Associate Professor
>Faculty of Applied Computer Technology
>Indian Institute of Forest Management
>PO Box 357 , Bhopal , MP India
>
>
>IIFM Phone and Voice messages : +91-755-775716,773799 extension 332
>Phone Computer Centre : +91-755-763924
>
>Fax : +91 -755-772878
>
>Visit us at http://www.iifm.org
>
Dr. Yogesh Dubey
Assistant Professor (EIA)
Faculty of Applied Computer Technology
Indian Institute of Forest Management
PO Box 357 , Bhopal , MP India
Phone: +91-755-775716,773799
Fax : +91 -755-772878
Visit us at http://www.iifm.org
--------------------------------------------------------------
Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal, India
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 14:23:25 +0500
From: Ken M Convery <kconvery@VT.EDU>
Subject: compensatory/additive mortality papers
Greetings!
For a graduate level discussion session, I'm looking for a paper on
compensatory/additive mortality. Wondering if anybody out there has any
favorites, or can recommend a study that has significantly affected thought
on the subject.
Many thanks,
Ken Convery
Graduate Research Assistant
Dept of Biology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24060
kconvery@vt.edu
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 13:18:43 -0600
From: Thomas Rosburg <thomas.rosburg@DRAKE.EDU>
Subject: Tenure track position in field biology/environmental science at Dra
e
University
Pending final budget approval, Drake University seeks applicants for a
tenure-track assistant professor position in field-oriented environmental
science. Ph.D. preferred or strong ABD candidates considered. The
successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary undergraduate
Environmental Science and Policy program within a liberal arts setting.
Research and teaching abilities in one or more of the following areas
desired: ecology, conservation biology, environmental geology, natural
resource management, field-oriented environmental policy. Interdisciplinary
experience preferred. Applicants should submit a letter of application,
current curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three
letters of recommendation. Mail to: Daniel Spencer, Director, Environmental
Science and Policy Program, Drake University, Des Moines, IA 50311.
Daniel.Spencer@drake.edu [Application deadline: January 31, 2002.] Drake
University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 12:24:15 -0600
From: Hank Bart <hank@PLATO.MUSEUM.TULANE.EDU>
Subject: Tulane Doctoral Research Fellowships
Doctoral Research Fellowships in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Tulane
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) of Tulane
University is again seeking applicants for two four-year doctoral research
fellowships beginning Fall 2002. Applicants should have an undergraduate
GPA of at least 3.4 on a scale of 4.0, and a combined GRE (verbal and
quantitative tests) of at least 1300, although exceptions to these
standards may be made under special circumstances. Fellows may pursue
research with any EEB faculty member in either the graduate program in
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB, http://www.tulane.edu/~eeob/) or the
interdisciplinary graduate program in Earth and Ecosystem Sciences
(http://www.tulane.edu/~iees/#education). Information on the research
interests of EEB faculty may be viewed at
http://www.tulane.edu/~eeob/Personnel/fac_staff_index.htm. The fellowships
carry 12-month, four-year stipends of $16,000-18,000 per year, plus a full
tuition waiver and a professional travel allowance of $500 per year. The
fellowships are funded by the Louisiana Board of Regents of Higher
Education, which requires fellows to participate in limited activities
designed to enhance the interest of elementary or secondary school students
in science. It is our strong desire to award at least one of these
fellowships to a minority candidate and/or to individuals who will consider
future employment in the State of Louisiana.
Applicants for these fellowships must apply for admission to the Tulane
Graduate School (http://www.tulane.edu/~gradprog/grad98/appage.htm).
Please mention in your application that you wish to be considered for a BOR
Graduate Fellowship. Applications should include a statement of research
interests. Potential students are expected to communicate with their
intended faculty advisor by the time of the application. Eligibility is
limited to U.S. citizens. The deadline for receipt of application materials
is 1 February 2002.
Henry L. Bart, Jr.
Director and Curator of Fishes
Tulane Museum of Natural History
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
504-394-1711 (voice)
504-394-5045 (fax)
http://www.museum.tulane.edu/museum/reshank.html
Associate Professor,
Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology
310 Dinwiddie Hall, New Orleans LA 70118
504-862-8283 (voice)
504-862-8706 (fax)
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 10:40:36 -0500
From: Kevin Hutton <khutton@NCSEONLINE.ORG>
Subject: DISCOUNTED HOTEL REGISTRATION EXTENDED for NCSE NATIONAL CONFERENCE
ON
SCIENCE, POLICY AND THE ENVIRONMENT December 5-7
DISCOUNTED HOTEL REGISTRATION EXTENDED for NCSE NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON
SCIENCE, POLICY AND THE ENVIRONMENT December 5-7
The special rate for NCSE Conference attendees to stay at the
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the nights of December 5, 6 and 7. All reservations are subject to the
District of Columbia's 14.5% room tax.
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If you encounter (or have encountered) any problem with
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For information about the National Conference on Science, Policy and the
Environment, see http://www.cnie.org/NCSEconference/2001conference/
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 15:07:57 -0800
From: Jennifer Rea-Smith <Jreasmith@PARAMETRIX.COM>
Subject: Job Announcement - Wetland Ecologist, Kirkland, Wa, USA
ecolog-l@umdd.umd.edu=20
WETLAND ECOLOGIST (#K109)
Parametrix, Inc., a leading engineering/environmental consulting and =
architectural firm, is seeking a full-time mid-level WETLAND ECOLOGIST in =
its Kirkland, WA office. The successful candidate will perform scientific =
environmental studies and ecological evaluations in the field and office. =
Responsibilities include wetland delineation, impact assessment, permitting=
and regulatory compliance, data analysis and interpretation, and working =
with a diversity of technical staff to prepare high quality technical =
reports. Education and technical knowledge is required in one of the =
following disciplines: botany, soil science, aquatic ecology or plant =
ecology. Familiarity with the flora of the Pacific Northwest and plant =
identification skills are highly desirable. Qualified candidates will =
have a Bachelor of Science degree, Master of Science preferred, 2+ years =
related work experience, and a strong ecological background. We are =
seeking highly motivated candidates with the ability to work independently,=
and with excellent writing and communication skills. Candidates with =
wetland consulting experience preferred.
Parametrix is an employee-owned firm with a successful 32-year history, =
and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. In addition, =
Parametrix offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, a 401(k) plan, and =
Incentive Pay Program. Qualified applicants please email or fax your =
resume and salary requirements to:
careeropportunities@parametrix.com
Parametrix, Inc.
Consultants in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and Architecture
www.parametrix.com
Fax: 253-276-0046
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 16:00:40 -0500
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Project Manager/Senior Scientist or Associate Scie
Company: Breedlove, Dennis & Associates, Inc.
Location: Winter Park, Florida
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4773
Title: Senior Air Quality Scientist/Engineer/Programmer
Company: Air Sciences Inc.
Location: Portland, Oregon
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4772
Title: Atmospheric Dispersion Modeler
Company: Air Sciences Inc.
Location: Lakewood, Colorado
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4771
Title: Executive Director
Company: Riverbend Environmental Education Center
Location: Gladwyne, Pennsylvania
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4770
Title: Wildlife Division Director
Company: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Portland
Location: Portland, Oregon
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4769
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 17:33:27 -0400
From: Yong Wang <ywang01@AAMU.EDU>
Subject: M.S. OR PH.D. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP
M.S. OR PH.D. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP. Alabama A&M University (AAMU),
investigating relationships between the responses of avian communities and
forest management practices. This is a cooperative research of AAMU,
Southern Research Station of USDA Forest Service, and the Mead-Westvaco
Corporation. The student needs to actively interact with USDA scientists,
industry managers, and the faculty. We will experimentally manipulate the
forest stands (simulating silvicultural prescriptions) and will evaluate
the effects of such manipulation on the forest characteristics and their
relationships with birds (breeding and migrating). The study sites are
located in the southern most region of the Appalachian forests in northern
Alabama. Point counts and mist-nets will be used to quantify the bird
species. Requires bird identification (sight, song, and call) and mist
netting skills (will train). Must be able to work in mountain terrain with
other organisms (e.g., snakes, mosquitoes, and ticks). Researches of other
wildlife species (e.g., bats, amphibians, or reptiles) are also
possible. Ph.D. candidate are welcome to develop a research project of
his/her own interest in conjunction with the project. Applications will be
reviewed as they are received, and the position will be open until a
suitable candidate is found. The starting date is flexible, with the
possibility to start as soon as possible. The candidate will be supported
on a Research Assistantship (12 months) and an out-of-state tuition
support. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, a
resume (with bird skills, interests, and experience), copies of transcripts
and GRE scores (verbal and quantitative), and the names and phone numbers
of 3 references to: DR. YONG WANG, Center for Forestry and Ecology, Alabama
A&M University, Normal, AL 35762; (256) 858-4229; ywang01@aamu.edu.
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Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 15:49:55 -0800
From: Jennifer Rea-Smith <Jreasmith@PARAMETRIX.COM>
Subject: Fwd: Job Announcement REVISED - Wetland Ecologist, Kirkland, Wa, US
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Please disregard the previous job announcement for WETLAND ECOLOGIST =
(#K109). The correct job announcement is listed below. Sorry for any =
inconvenience this has caused.
SENIOR WETLAND ECOLOGIST (#K115)
Parametrix, Inc., a leading engineering/environmental consulting and =
architectural firm, is seeking a full-time mid-level SENIOR WETLAND =
ECOLOGIST in its Kirkland, WA office. The successful candidate will =
perform scientific environmental studies and ecological evaluations in the =
field and office as a task manager on a variety of projects. Responsibilit=
ies include wetland delineation, impact assessment, permitting and =
regulatory compliance, data analysis and interpretation, and working with =
a diversity of technical staff to prepare high quality technical reports. =
Education and technical knowledge is required in one or more of the =
following disciplines: botany, soil science, aquatic ecology or plant =
ecology. Familiarity with the flora of the Pacific Northwest and plant =
identification skills required. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor =
of Science degree, Master of Science preferred, 5+ years related work =
experience, and a strong ecological background. We are seeking highly =
motivated candidates with the ability to work independently, and with =
excellent writing and communication skills. Candidates with wetland =
consulting or local regulatory agency experience preferred.
Parametrix is an employee-owned firm with a successful 32-year history, =
and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. In addition, =
Parametrix offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, a 401(k) plan, and =
Incentive Pay Program. Qualified applicants please email or fax your =
resume and salary requirements to:
careeropportunities@parametrix.com
Parametrix, Inc.
Consultants in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and Architecture
www.parametrix.com
Fax: 253-276-0046
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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Subject: Job Announcement - Wetland Ecologist, Kirkland, Wa, USA
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WETLAND ECOLOGIST (#K109)
Parametrix, Inc., a leading engineering/environmental consulting and =
architectural firm, is seeking a full-time mid-level WETLAND ECOLOGIST in =
its Kirkland, WA office. The successful candidate will perform scientific =
environmental studies and ecological evaluations in the field and office. =
Responsibilities include wetland delineation, impact assessment, permitting=
and regulatory compliance, data analysis and interpretation, and working =
with a diversity of technical staff to prepare high quality technical =
reports. Education and technical knowledge is required in one of the =
following disciplines: botany, soil science, aquatic ecology or plant =
ecology. Familiarity with the flora of the Pacific Northwest and plant =
identification skills are highly desirable. Qualified candidates will =
have a Bachelor of Science degree, Master of Science preferred, 2+ years =
related work experience, and a strong ecological background. We are =
seeking highly motivated candidates with the ability to work independently,=
and with excellent writing and communication skills. Candidates with =
wetland consulting experience preferred.
Parametrix is an employee-owned firm with a successful 32-year history, =
and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. In addition, =
Parametrix offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, a 401(k) plan, and =
Incentive Pay Program. Qualified applicants please email or fax your =
resume and salary requirements to:
careeropportunities@parametrix.com
Parametrix, Inc.
Consultants in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and Architecture
www.parametrix.com
Fax: 253-276-0046
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 5 Nov 2001 to 6 Nov 2001
There are 18 messages totalling 1113 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Faculty Position - Plant/Algal Evolutionary Biology
2. activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad (2)
3. Job: vertebrate biology, University of Toronto
4. Job: Wildlife or conservation biology, University of Toronto
5. Question on NMDS etc. (2)
6. distrubance of bats
7. parsimony
8. Job: environmental sciences / biodiversity, Univ. of Zurich
9. Zoology Department Chair position
10. Job: Asst. Biologist, Bighorn Institute
11. Job: Training Coordinator, Smithsonian MAB program
12. JOB: SHORT-TERM SUMMER HELP AT SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE
13. Graduate Teaching/Research Associateship in Forest Ecology/Forest
Ecosystem Restoration at Ohio State
14. US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Award
15. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
16. Linking Basic and Applied Ecology??
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 23:17:18 -0800
From: "Andrew J. Bohonak" <bohonak@SCIENCES.SDSU.EDU>
Subject: Faculty Position - Plant/Algal Evolutionary Biology
============================================================
FACULTY POSITION IN PLANT/ALGAL EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/facjobs/plant-algal.html
============================================================
The Department of Biology at San Diego State University offers a
tenure-track position in its Evolutionary Biology program area, to
begin as early as fall 2002 at the Assistant Professor level in
Plant/Algal Evolutionary Biology. Desirable research interests
include any area of the evolutionary biology of land plants or algal
groups, such as population/quantitative genetics, natural selection,
speciation, reproductive biology, systematics, or integrative
anatomy, development, or biomechanics. Teaching will include a course
in plant biology, team-teaching in general biology courses, and a
graduate course in an area of expertise.
Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. and an active research
program. Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Expectations include
interaction with a diverse student body and with an active group of
faculty interested in broad questions in evolutionary biology.
The Evolutionary Biology program area of the Department of Biology
offers a research-oriented master's program. A joint-doctoral program
in evolutionary biology is currently being pursued. Evidence of
research productivity is essential. The successful candidate will be
expected to maintain an externally-funded research program that
includes participation of both undergraduate and graduate students.
The Evolutionary Biology program area currently includes nine faculty
with teaching and research interests in phylogenetic systematics,
morphological and molecular evolution, population and ecological
genetics, speciation, vertebrate paleontology, conservation biology,
and biogeography and evolution of mammals, lizards, snakes, birds,
insects, spiders, freshwater invertebrates, and plants. An herbarium
and collections of vertebrates and insects are maintained on campus.
Excellent regional collections are also available at the San Diego
Museum of Natural History and the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.
SDSU has three field stations with a combined total area of over
6,000 acres. Well-equipped computer facilities, growth chamber
facilities, histological equipment, electron microscope facilities,
and extensive individual and shared equipment for molecular analyses
(DNA, RNA and protein) are maintained by the department.
Teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels is an important
responsibility of the faculty at SDSU. Candidates for this position
will be evaluated on the basis of their willingness and ability to
contribute to the teaching program as well as their desire and
prospects for developing a strong research program.
Send curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests,
three representative publications, and have three letters of
recommendation sent to:
Plant/Algal Evolutionary Biology Search Committee
Department of Biology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 92182-4614
Review and initial selection of applications will begin December 1,
2001 and will continue until the position has been filled. Interviews
are currently expected to begin February 2002.
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Title IX Employer and does not
discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age or disability.
This information is also available at
http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/facjobs/plant-algal.html
============================================================
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 08:07:05 -0500
From: "Beth A. Kaplin" <bkaplin@ANTIOCHNE.EDU>
Subject: Re: activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
jchrist@sharpshin.com writes:
>I am, for one, very glad that Condors were not permitted to "die with
>dignity".
>Stay objective, stay sensible.
What made this the "objective point of view?
Just curious-
I think I am glad we tried to do what we could to save the condors, but I
do not see this as "the objective" point of view. I can see merits to
both viewpoints, both have some sensibility and come from a place of
passion in each person who holds those beliefs (oops, we are not supposed
to be passionate are we!).
Thanks,
Beth Kaplin
Beth A. Kaplin, Ph.D.
Department of Environmental Studies
Director, Center for Tropical Ecology & Conservation
Antioch New England Graduate School
40 Avon St.
Keene, NH 03431-3516
603-357-3122
Home: 6817 Westminster West Rd.
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 869-2060
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:49:38 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: vertebrate biology, University of Toronto
1) Vertebrate Biology
University of Toronto at Scarborough
The Division of Life Sciences at the University of Toronto at Scarborough
seeks a candidate for a new position in Vertebrate Biology. This is a
tenure-stream position at the level of Assistant Professor. Applicants
must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent), and preferably some postdoctoral
experience. The successful candidate will be provided with significant
start-up funds, and will be expected to secure external research support
and to establish an active research laboratory with graduate students. The
primary teaching responsibility will be in Human Physiology and Anatomy and
is part of a standard teaching load of 1.5 full course equivalents per
year. This and other courses will contribute to a proposed new programme
in Human Biology and to the major and specialist programmes in Biological
Sciences. For information on research and teaching strengths in the
Division, please consult the Divisional website:
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~lifesci/index.html
Interested applicants should submit a complete curriculum vitae (that
should include individual statements of research and teaching interests)
and a copy of recent reprints, and arrange to have three letters of
recommendation (including comments on teaching ability, publications and
research potential) sent from the referees. All materials should be
addressed to: Professor John H. Youson, Chair, Division of Life Sciences,
University of Toronto at Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough,
Ontario, MlC lA4. Closing date for applications is January 30, 2002.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. The position will be
effective July 1, 2002.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group
members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of
sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further
diversification of ideas.
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:50:07 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Wildlife or conservation biology, University of Toronto
Wildlife or Conservation Biology
University of Toronto at Scarborough
The Division of Life Sciences at the University of Toronto at Scarborough
seeks a candidate for a new position in Wildlife or Conservation Biology.
This is a tenure-stream position at the level of Assistant Professor.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent), and preferably some
postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate will be provided with
significant start-up funds, and will be expected to secure external
research support and to establish an active research laboratory. Teaching
responsibilities will comprise a standard load of 1.5 full course
equivalents per year in courses that contribute to proposed new co-op and
non-co-op programmes in Conservation Biology and to the major and
specialist programmes in Biological Sciences. Preference will be given to
those whose work integrates ecology, behaviour, or evolution with
conservation biology. For information on research and teaching strengths in
the Division, please consult the Divisional website:
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~lifesci/index.html
Interested applicants should submit a complete curriculum vitae (that
should include individual statements of research and teaching interests)
and a copy of recent reprints, and arrange to have three letters of
recommendation (including comments on teaching ability, publications and
research potential) sent from the referees. All materials should be
addressed to: Professor John H. Youson, Chair, Division of Life Sciences,
University of Toronto at Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough,
Ontario, MlC lA4. Closing date for applications is January 15, 2002.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. The position will be
effective July 1, 2002.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group
members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of
sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further
diversification of ideas.
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 08:40:02 -0500
From: Cynthia D Huebner/NE/USDAFS <chuebner@FS.FED.US>
Subject: Re: Question on NMDS etc.
Thanks Eric. I think I have been won over and will be using NMS in
conjunction with other ordination techniques, despite some pretty
convincing arguments by other critics.
Cindy
Cynthia D. Huebner, Ph.D.
Research Botanist
Disturbance Ecology and Management of Oak-Dominated Forests
USDA Forest Service
Northeastern Research Station
180 Canfield St.
Morgantown, WV 26505-3180
Telephone: 304-285-1582
Fax: 304-285-1505
E-mail: chuebner@fs.fed.us
"Eric B. Peterson"
<peterson@GOVMAIL.ST To: ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD
EDU
ATE.NV.US> cc:
Sent by: "Ecological Subject: Re: Question on
NMDS etc.
Society of America:
grants, jobs, news"
<ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.E
DU>
11/05/01 03:07 PM
Please respond to
"Eric B. Peterson"
I sent a similar message to this one directly to Cynthia, but perhaps it
would be useful to distill it for the listserv...
Not knowing what the magnitude of the differences is between the
Ordinations, there are several characters of NMS that can make different
runs result in (slightly) different ordinations even with good data.
* The rotation of the ordination has nothing to do with the final stress
(as was noted by Michele Sacardi). Thus two runs ending in identical
minimum stress values can look very different at first glance. You can
often get them to look pretty similar by rotating and/or flipping the
ordination, which is totally acceptable with NMS.
* Cynthia mentioned differences in r2 value from correlating
environmental variables with the ordinations. The correlations are
specifically with the axes. Two identical ordinations but with
different rotations will thus give different different r2 values. The
user needs to decide how to best deal with rotation to make the
appropriate correlations.
* I'm not a multivariate expert and am not certain exactly how this will
manifest, but NMS and the stress measure involve ranking rather than
absolute measurements. So I *think* that two ordinations that have the
exact same final stress (found the same minimum) and have been rotated
to match will still show slight differences. Like one is a 'jittered'
version of the other. This could result in slight differences in r2
values. But this differences should be small enough to be irrelevant.
(it would be interesting to see confidence intervals applied to
correlations: when we say r2=0.65 shouldn't we really be saying
0.60<r2<0.70 ?)
NMS is very different in concept from ordination methods like CCA or
DCA. But don't let that scare you off; it is often much more
appropriate and reliable for community analyses.
And yes, asking those questions on ORDNEWS would be a good idea!
--
Eric Peterson, Ph.D.
Plant/Landscape Ecologist (and Lichenologist)
Nevada Natural Heritage Program
1550 E. College Pkwy Suite 145
Carson City, NV 89706-7921
Voice: (775) 687-4245 FAX: 687-1288
http://www.state.nv.us/nvnhp/
alternate email: ecomodeler@yahoo.com
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 09:19:36 -0500
From: "Debra K. Andreadis" <andreadisd@DENISON.EDU>
Subject: Re: distrubance of bats
I seem to have deleted the original message, but the sender could take a
look at:
Lacki, Michael J. 2000. Effect of trail users at a maternity roost of
rafinesque's big-eared bats. Journal of Cave and Karst Studies 62(3):
163-168.
It discusses the abandonment of a nesting cave when the trail in the
area was cleared of debris during the nesting season.
Another study:
Shirley, M. D. F. et al. 2001. Assessing the impact of a music festival
on the emergence behaviour of a breeding colony of Daubenton's bats
(Myotis daubentonii). Journal of Zoology (London) 254(3): 367-373.
Found that the timing of nightly flight of bats was changed due to an
annual musical festival event, but that numbers did not seem to
decrease.
There are several other studies out there, and if the original poster of
the question would like to contact me, I can give them more information.
Debby Andreadis
Dave McNeely wrote:
>
> This reply seems brief and possibly misleading. Don't state and federa
> projects have to take into consideration bat colonies, especially
> threatened and endangered species. Aren't the requirements based on
> knowledge that construction indeed does disturb and disrupt colonies?
>
> Dave McNeely
>
> Alan Hicks wrote:
>
> >Hello,
> >
> >You inquired about information concerning disturbance by constructi
n =
> >activity of summer colonies of bats.
> >
> >I know of no such studies , nor have I heard of any problems along
hose =
> >lines.
> >
> >Al Hicks
> >
>
> --
> David L. McNeely, Ph.D.
> Professor of Biology
> P.O. Box 1500
> Langston University
> Langston, OK 73050
>
> Telephone (405) 466-6025
> Email dlmcneely@lunet.edu
> Web page http://www.lunet.edu/mcneely
>
> "Are we there yet?"
> Source unknown
--
Debra Andreadis
Science Liaison/Reference Librarian
William Howard Doane Library
Denison University
P.O. Box L
Granville, Ohio 43023
Phone: (740) 587-5653
Fax: (740) 587-6285
E-mail: andreadisd@denison.edu
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 07:57:40 -0700
From: Mike Kearsley <mike.kearsley@NAU.EDU>
Subject: Re: Question on NMDS etc.
Eric Peterson (<peterson@GOVMAIL.STATE.NV.US>) wrote:
..
** Cynthia mentioned differences in r2 value from correlating
*environmental variables with the ordinations. The correlations are
*specifically with the axes. Two identical ordinations but with
*different rotations will thus give different different r2 values. The
*user needs to decide how to best deal with rotation to make the
*appropriate correlations...
An equally likely source of this variability in correlations is the
presence of wandering points (Minchin's "rogue" points) in the
configuration. The final location of sparsely filled samples will not have
a large effect the final stress of a configuration. It will, however, have
a strong effect on the correlation of environmental measures with the axis
scores of samples in the configuration.
Mike
mike.kearsley@nau.edu
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 07:15:27 -0800
From: Malia Somerville <somervil@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: parsimony
Looking for ideas...
I have to teach a 1 hour class on parsimony as it
relates to evolution. I'm looking for good examples
to demonstrate the concept and references to current
work or research in this area.
The students are upper level undergraduates and some
graduates (masters level).
Any thoughts, suggestions, advice, etc. would be
appreciated.
Malia Somerville
American University
somervil@yahoo.com
__________________________________________________
Do You Yahoo!?
Find a job, post your resume.
http://careers.yahoo.com
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:54:25 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: environmental sciences / biodiversity, Univ. of Zurich
The Faculty of Science (Mathematisch-naturwissenschaftliche Fakult=E4t)
of the University of Zurich, Switzerland, invites applications for
the position of an
Assistant Professor in
Environmental Sciences / Biodiversity
(tenure track)
The successful candidate should develop an internationally recognized
research programme on the relationship between biodiversity and
ecosystem/landscape processes. Preferably, the emphasis should be on
the spatial distribution of individuals and species, their
interactions with each other and with environmental factors. A strong
interest in experimental approaches combined with a solid background
in ecological theory and spatial modelling is expected. Research
results should be applicable to problems such as species invasion and
extinction or effects of biodiversity loss at landscape scales. The
professorship and its staff will teach courses such as spatial
analysis or environmental assessment in an interdisciplinary
environmental studies programme and lead MSc/PhD projects. The
successful candidate is expected to teach in German at the latest
after three years. Participation in interdisciplinary research
projects, which integrate biodiversity analysis from the genetic to
the ecosystem level with physical geography and geo-informatics, is
particularly welcome.
Please submit a detailed curriculum vitae including information on
teaching experience, a statement of research interests, a list of
publications and three recent publications before January 1, 2002 to
Prof. Dr. K. Brassel, Dekan der Mathematisch-naturwissenschaftlichen
=46akult=E4t der Universit=E4t Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190, CH- 8057
Zurich. At the same time please submit your CV and list of
publications in a single file to jobsmnf@zuv.unizh.ch.
=46or further information, please consult our website at
http://www.unizh.ch/uwinst or contact Prof. Bernhard Schmid,
E-mail: bschmid@uwinst.unizh.ch, Tel. ++41-1-635 5205,
Institut f=FCr Umweltwissenschaften, Winterthurerstrasse 190, CH-8057 Z=FCri
ch.
--
DR. BERNHARD SCHMID, PROFESSOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Institut fuer Umweltwissenschaften
Univ. Zuerich
Winterthurerstr. 190 Tel.: ++41 (0)1 635 5205
CH-8057 Zuerich FAX: ++41 (0)1 635 5711
Switzerland/Schweiz http://www.unizh.ch/uwinst/
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 09:24:34 -0800
From: james christian <jchrist@SHARPSHIN.COM>
Subject: Re: activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
"Beth A. Kaplin" wrote:
I think I am glad we tried to do what we could to save the condors, but I
do not see this as "the objective" point of view.
Hi Beth,
I should have been more clear. I only said 'stay objective' because a previ
us
poster had made a good argument for biologists to remain objective
despite the political nature of some of their findings. I actually only spo
e
up because someone else had brought up a story about David Brower
inspiring a collection of restoration biologists. David Brower did some gre
t
things for conservation but in my opinion he did very little for
California Condors. He and other tried to turn the bird into a symbol of
wilderness and something that should not be tampered with. In the process
the activists hampered (the Audubon Society was complicate here too) the
conservation of the species, a task that would have been far easier if the
effort had begun earlier (the San Diego Zoo wanted to breed them in the 1950
but was stopped by public concern )
I only brought this up because I felt like it is a reminder of the volatile
nature of ecological politics and the dangerous ground it can place
biologists in. I am just a research tech but in my experience working with
endangered birds (condors, murrelets, yellow-billed cuckoos, aplomado
falcons) I have seen many instances of biologists bowing unnecessarily to pu
lic
pressure. With that said I absolutely believe scientists should be
passionate about their work. Why else do it ? Being an activist is absolut
ly
fine too. I think most of us are activists even if we wouldn't
describe ourselves as such. The difference is that the opinions of biologis
s
should be swayed by properly formulated findings rather than the
evening news. Hope that clarifies. Give my best to Putney.
cheers,,
James Christian | San Francisco
Research Technician | Wildlife Cinematographer
James M. Christian
http://www.james-christian.com
Wildlife Film Discussion Forum
http://www.sharpshin.com
415 - 771 - 4350
I, a stranger and afraid, in a world I never made.
-A.E.Housman
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul.
-Emily Dickinson
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 15:28:42 -0600
From: Caryn Vaughn <cvaughn@OU.EDU>
Subject: Zoology Department Chair position
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Oklahoma invites applications and nominations for Department Chair. We
seek an individual who will provide leadership in a large, diverse and
growing department composed of 34 faculty members (with several open and
new lines anticipated in the next three years), 12 staff, and about 50
graduate students working in a wide array of specialties. The
department also serves over 450 undergraduate Zoology majors. Core
areas of research emphasis exist within the broad fields of Behavioral
Neuroscience & Comparative Physiology; Evolution, Ecology & Behavior;
and Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology.
As an academic department, Zoology has close ties with three organized
research units: the Oklahoma Biological Survey, the Sam Noble Oklahoma
Museum of Natural History, and the University of Oklahoma Biological
Station. In addition, many opportunities for collaborative research and
instruction exist through the Department of Botany and Microbiology, the
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and the Noble Electron
Microscopy Laboratory. The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences
Center is in nearby Oklahoma City, a metropolitan area of over 1
million. Norman (population 95,700) is a city of tree-lined streets near
the Canadian River in central Oklahoma. Various natural areas are found
within a 125-mile radius of Norman, including shortgrass to tallgrass
prairie, Ozark to cypress forests, streams and lakes.
We seek an integrative scientist with an internationally recognized and
active research program who is knowledgeable about current issues
pertinent to the three research areas outlined above and who has
administrative experience. Teaching will consist of one course per
academic year.
Applicants should send statements of research interests, administrative
experience and philosophy; curriculum vitae; representative reprints;
and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and four letters from
references, at least one of whom can address the candidate's
administrative skills, to: Chair Search Committee, Department of
Zoology, University of Oklahoma, 730 Van Vleet Oval, Room 314, Norman,
Oklahoma 73019. The Search Committee will begin screening applicants on
15 January 2002 and applications will be accepted until the position is
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 17:02:25 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Asst. Biologist, Bighorn Institute
Assistant Biologist Position
Bighorn Institute, Palm Desert, CA
Bighorn Institute (www.BighornInstitute.org) is a non-profit research and
conservation organization established in 1982, and located in Palm Desert,
CA. Our research is focused on the recovery of Peninsular bighorn sheep,
which were federally listed as endangered in 1998. We maintain a captive
breeding herd of Peninsular bighorn for population augmentation and conduct
ongoing field studies of free-ranging bighorn.
JOB DESCRIPTION: A dedicated individual with excellent writing and computer
skills and an interest in field work is needed immediately to fill the
position of assistant biologist. The position is full time permanent and
will be approximately 50% office work and 50% field work. Responsibilities
would include, but not be limited to frequent letter writing, data entry,
writing grant proposals and reports, writing newsletter articles,
correspondence with members, general public, and resource agencies, tracking
radiocollared bighorn via foot and fixed wing aircraft, caring for the
captive herd. Cleaning and some maintenance work are expected.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: B.S. or B.A. in biological sciences or related field.
Excellent writing skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Access are
required. The successful applicant must be in good physical condition and be
able to hike in a harsh desert environment where summer temperatures
frequently exceed 110 F. Applicant must be willing to work long hours and
perform a wide variety of tasks. A positive attitude and the ability to wor
independently as well as in team situations are essential.
SALARY: Starting salary $ 2,000 per month or commensurate with experience.
Minimum hours 6 am - 5:30 pm 5 days/week. Weekend work is expected.
Benefits include health insurance after 6 months, 1 week paid vacation after
1 year, and a retirement plan at 1 year.
CLOSING DATE: November 20, 2000 or until filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, send or fax a cover letter, resume, list o
3 references (address, phone number, and email address if applicable),
transcripts and a writing sample to: Jim DeForge, Executive Director,
Bighorn Institute P.O. Box 262, Palm Desert, CA 92261. Fax: (760)
340-3987. No phone calls please. Email inquiries may be addressed to the
attention of Aimee at BI@BighornInstitute.org. Selected applicants will be
contacted for a phone interview followed by a personal interview for final
candidates.
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:51:41 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Training Coordinator, Smithsonian MAB program
The Smithsonian Institution's Monitoring and Assessment of Biodiversity
Program (MAB) is announcing the position of Training Coordinator, to be
responsible for coordination of MAB's international courses and other
aspects of the educational activities related to our program (see
attachment). We are requesting that you post this job announcement on
your Listserver.
We do appreciate your support for this endeavor.
Sincerely,
Olga
Olga H. MacBryde
Education Specialist
MAB Program
E-mail: ohm@ic.si.edu
Smithsonian Education
S. Dillon Ripley Center, Suite 3123
1100 Jefferson Dr., SW
Washington, DC 20560-0705
Tel: 202-357-4793
Fax: 202-786-2557
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 12:43:44 -0500
From: "P. Charles Goebel" <goebel.11@OSU.EDU>
Subject: JOB: SHORT-TERM SUMMER HELP AT SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHO
E
<html>
<b>SHORT-TERM SUMMER HELP AT SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL
LAKESHORE<br><br>
</b>A short-term field assistant is needed to help with an ecological
research project examining the habitat of managed open lands for
grassland and forest bird species at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National
Lakeshore located in the northern Lower Peninsula along Lake
Michigan. Undergraduate students in botany, plant biology, and
related fields with an interest in ecology are encouraged to apply and
will gain hands-on experience establishing research plots, sampling
vegetation, and collecting/analyzing soil samples. there may also
be opportunities to assist with avian surveys. <br><br>
Pay is $10/hr for a total of 4 to 6 weeks (40 hours a week) starting in
early June, 2002, with the possibility of being extended for another 4 to
6 week period; housing in the park is provided. <br><br>
For more information, please contact:<br><br>
Dr. Charles Goebel<br>
School of Natural Resources<br>
Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC)<br>
The Ohio State University<br>
1680 Madison Avenue<br>
Wooster, OH 44691-4096<br><br>
Phone: 330.263.3789<br>
Fax: 330.263.3658<br>
E-mail: goebel.11@osu.edu<br>
Web:
<a href="http://snr.osu.edu/research/goebel/web/index.htm"
eudora="autourl">http://snr.osu.edu/research/goebel/web/index.htm<br>
</a></html>
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 12:49:15 -0500
From: "P. Charles Goebel" <goebel.11@OSU.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Teaching/Research Associateship in Forest Ecology/Forest
Ecosystem Restoration at Ohio State
<html>
<b>Graduate Teaching/Research Associateship<br>
Forest Ecology/Forest Ecosystem Restoration<br>
School of Natural Resources - The Ohio State University<br><br>
</b>A graduate teaching/research associateship (M.S.) will be availabl
,
beginning the summer or fall of 2002, to pursue research in forest
ecology/forest restoration ecology at the School of Natural Resources,
The Ohio State University
(<a href=3D"http://snr.osu.edu/" eudora=3D"autourl">http://snr.osu.edu<
/a>).
Possible research topics include, but are not limited to: 1) forest
ecology, 2) forest ecosystem restoration, or 3) riparian ecology and
restoration in both forested and agricultural settings. Additionally, the
candidate is also expected to assist in the teaching of one or more of
the core undergraduate forestry courses: <i>Biology and Identification
of
Woody Forest Plants, Forest Ecosystems</i> or <i>Silviculture<
/i>. The
position will be based both at The Ohio State University Main Campus in
Columbus and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center
(OARDC) in Wooster, Ohio, located approximately 80 miles northeast of
Columbus. Coursework will be completed at the main campus in Columbus,
and depending on the research project, the prospective graduate student
may either continue to reside in Columbus or move to the OARDC campus
once coursework is completed.<br><br>
Highly motivated individuals with superior academic credentials and
strong communication skills are encouraged to apply. Field experience is
desirable. The associate<s>s</s>hip is a 12-month, half-time app
intment
and currently provides a competitive stipend and complete tuition and
fees waiver. Renewal for a second year is dependent upon performance and
funding. Application deadline is January 15, 2002.<br><br>
If interested, send preliminary e-mail or letter of inquiry, describing
research interests and academic qualifications, to either Dr. P. Charles
Goebel or Dr. David M. Hix at the addresses below:<br><br>
<b>Dr. P. Charles Goebel<br>
</b>School of Natural Resources<br>
OARDC<br>
The Ohio State University <br>
1680 Madison Avenue <br>
Wooster, OH 44691 <br>
330-263-3789 (phone) <br>
330-263-3658 (fax) <br>
<font color=3D"#0000FF"><u>goebel.11@osu.edu</u></font>
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eudora=3D"autourl">http://snr.osu.edu/research/goebel/web/index.htm<b
><br>
</a><b>Dr. David M. Hix<br>
</b>School of Natural Resources<br>
The Ohio State University <br>
2021 Coffey Road <br>
Columbus, OH 43210 <br>
614-292-1394 (phone) <br>
614-292-7432 (fax) <br>
<font color=3D"#0000FF"><u>hix.6@osu.edu</u></font> <
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 13:39:17 -0500
From: Sam Riffell <riffells@MSU.EDU>
Subject: US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Award
Foreign Scholar Travel Award
United States Regional Association -- International Association for
Landscape Ecology
for the 17th Annual Symposium of Landscape Ecology, University of
Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA on April 23-27, 2002.
Web page: http://www.calmit.unl.edu/usiale2002/
Purpose: The United States Regional Association of the International
Association for Landscape Ecology (US-IALE) has a program to support
attendance at the annual meeting by landscape ecologists from foreign
countries to foster international exchange about advances in landscape
ecology.
FTSA Announcement Web Page: http://www.msu.edu/~riffells/fsta.htm
Conference Web Page: http://www.calmit.unl.edu/usiale2002/
The Award: We anticipate awarding 5 of Foreign Scholar Travel Awards
(FSTA). Recipients will receive US$1,000 at the Annual Meeting and a
waiver of registration fees. It is the recipient's responsibility to
make all transportation arrangements and cover all transportation and
lodging costs associated with participating in the meeting.
Eligibility:
1. Applicants must not be US citizens or reside in the United States.
Foreign students studying in the United States are ineligible to apply.
2. Applications from citizens of G7 countries (France, US, Britain,
Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada) will not be accepted.
3. Previous recipients of US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Awards are
ineligible.
4. Applicants must submit a paper or poster presentation for the 2002
conference through the conference web page
(http://www.calmit.unl.edu/usiale2002/). Applicants whose abstract is
not accepted will not be eligible for the award.
Selection Criteria:
1. Scientific merit and application to landscape ecology. We will
favor applicants who demonstrate that their research (i) advances the
scientific basis of landscape ecology, and/or (ii) the application of
landscape ecology for natural resource protection or management. New and
established landscape ecologists are encouraged to apply.
2. Financial need. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need
and show that without FTSA support, they would not be able to attend the
Conference.
3. Professional development. Applicants must demonstrate that attending
the US IALE Conference will represent a significant professional
opportunity for developing their expertise in landscape ecology and
establishing working relationships with landscape ecologists from other
countries. We will favor applicants in earlier stages of career
development.
4. Geographical representation. Selection will be made to maximize the
number of countries and regions represented.
5. Clarity of English and expression.
How To Apply:
All application materials must be in English.
Detailed submission instructions are at: www.msu.edu/~riffells/fsta.htm
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A complete application
contains the following:
1. Name, Institution, Email address, Postal Address, Citizenship
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Title and abstract of the paper or poster you will present at the
Conference.
4. A summary of your research (500 words maximum) explaining how your
research extends the scientific basis or application of landscape
ecology (see Selection Criteria listed above).
5. Statement on what you hope to gain from attending the US IALE
Conference (200 words maximum).
6. An explanation (200 words maximum) of why you need financial
assistance to attend the conference (see Selection Criteria listed
above).
Application materials may be submitted by email to: riffells@msu.edu, or
by post (please include disk copy) to Sam Riffell, Center for
Integrative Studies, 100 North Kedzie Lab, Michigan State University,
East Lansing, MI 48824
Acceptable formats include Microsoft Word, Wordperfect, Rich Text Format
and pdf.
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE DEADLINE DATE OF 15
JANUARY 2002.
Other relevant deadlines include: abstracts for the Conference must be
submitted by 14 December 2001 and the deadline for pre-registration is
5 March 2002 (see the US IALE Conference web page below for more
details).
Awards will be announced on or before 1 March, 2002.
For More Information:
FTSA Announcement Page: www.msu.edu/~riffells/ftsa.htm
U.S. IALE: www.usiale.org
U.S. IALE 2002 Annual Conference: www.calmit.unl.edu/usiale2002/
Other questions -- email us at riffells@msu.edu
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USIALE Foreign Scholars Travel Award Committee
Members: Sam Riffell (Committee Chair, Michigan State University); Peter
August (University of Rhode Island), John Bissonette (Utah State
University), Sarah Gergel (National Center for Ecological Analysis and
Synthesis), Russell Watkins (3001, Inc.), Jianguo Wu (Arizona State
University). Ex Officio Members: Virginia Dale (Oak Ridge National
Laboratory), Phil Townsend (University of Maryland)
--
Sam Riffell, Ph. D
Visiting Assistant Professor
Center for Integrative Studies - Biology
100 North Kedzie
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan 48824
Homepage: http://www.msu.edu/~riffells/
Email: riffells@msu.edu
Phone: 517-432-9664
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:00:39 -0500
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Wildlife Biologist
Company: Rocky Mountain Research Station, USDA Forest Service
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4767
Title: Qualified writers for environmental reference
Company: World Environments: Environmental Issues Around the World
Location:
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Location: Londonderry, New Hampshire
For more information click below:
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Title: Executive Director
Company: Otsego Land Trust
Location: Cooperstown, New York
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Title: Executive Director
Company: Otsego Land Trust
Location: Cooperstown, New York
For more information click below:
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Title: Conservation Field Director
Company: Earthwatch Institute
Location: , Washington
For more information click below:
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Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 14:33:53 -0500
From: Jeff Hollister <jeff@EDC.URI.EDU>
Subject: Linking Basic and Applied Ecology??
Howdy all,
IA recent discussion about basic and applied ecology and how one
influences (or should influence) the other has peaked my interest the
subject. =20
I did a quick lit search on it and found very little so I thought I'd
pose a general question to the list.
Does anyone know of good articles/books on the importance of both basic
and applied ecology and the linkages between the two?
Respond directly to me and I will post a summary of the repsonses.
Thanks,
Jeff Hollister =20
*******************************************************
Jeffrey W. Hollister
Environmental Data Center
Department of Natural Resources Science
University of Rhode Island
1 Greenhouse Road
Kingston, RI 02881
(401)874 5054
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To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 4 Nov 2001 to 5 Nov 2001
There are 14 messages totalling 905 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Conference Announcement: Invasive exotic plant symposium -- Annapolis,
MD
Jan 16
2. Job: vegetation ecologist, Durham NC
3. plant ecology RA (Florida)
4. seasonal flux in Atta? (2)
5. distrubance of bats (2)
6. Job - Asst Monument Mgr, Bio Sciences
7. Question on NMDS etc.
8. activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
9. Tampa Bay Manatee Watch Internships Available (7)
10. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
11. Lake Baikal Field Trip
12. Tulane Graduate Research Fellowships
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 09:20:30 -0500
From: Cynthia D Huebner/NE/USDAFS <chuebner@FS.FED.US>
Subject: Conference Announcement: Invasive exotic plant symposium -- Annapo
is,
MD Jan 16
The 13th Annual USDA Interagency Research Forum on Gypsy Moth and Other
Invasive Species will include a 2 hour symposium entitled, "Invasive Plants
and Their Impacts on Forest Ecosystems." The forum is scheduled January 15
--18, 2002 at Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis, MD. The Invasive Exotic
Plant Species Symposium is scheduled for Jan 16. The speakers and
tentative titles for the Invasive Exotic Plant Species Symposium include:
Joan Ehrenfeld, Rutgers University; "Soil Properties and Exotic Plant
Invasions: A two Way Street."
Brian McCarthy, Ohio University; "The Ecology of of Garlic Mustard in
Eastern Hardwood Forests."
Scott Meiners, Eastern Illinois University; "Exotic Plant Invasions in
Successional Systems: the Utility of a Long Term Approach."
Wayne Zipperer, NE Research Station, Syracuse, NY; "The Role of Exotic
Plant Species in Urban and Urbanizing Landscapes."
Other topics at the research forum include, sudden oak death, hemlock
woolly adelgid, exotic pest detection and monitoring, asian longhorned
beetle, gypsy moth, and risk assessment.
Please see http://www.fs.fed.us/ne/morgantown/4557/forum2002 for
registration information and updated information on topics, speakers and
times.
Cynthia D. Huebner, Ph.D.
Research Botanist
Disturbance Ecology and Management of Oak-Dominated Forests
USDA Forest Service
Northeastern Research Station
180 Canfield St.
Morgantown, WV 26505-3180
Telephone: 304-285-1582
Fax: 304-285-1505
E-mail: chuebner@fs.fed.us
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 08:52:33 -0700
From: "David W. Inouye" <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: vegetation ecologist, Durham NC
JOB TITLE: Regional Ecologist, NatureServe
SUPERVISOR: Senior Regional Ecologist (Southern U.S.)
LOCATION: Durham, North Carolina
DATE POSTED: October 18, 2001
CLOSING DATE: November 16, 2001
PREPARER: Milo Pyne
INSTITUTIONAL BACKGROUND
NatureServe is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing an
providing knowledge about the world's natural diversity. Working in
partnership with its member programs - 75 independent natural heritage
programs and conservation data centers that gather scientific information on
rare plants and animals and ecosystems in the United States, Latin America,
and Canada - NatureServe is a leading source for the biodiversity
information that is essential for effective conservation action.
NatureServe was formed in July 1999 as the Association for
Biodiversity Information when The Nature Conservancy and the Natural
Heritage Network jointly established an independent organization to advance
the application of biodiversity information to conservation. NatureServe
uses staff expertise and scientific methods that reflect more than 25 years
of experience, research, and development to address biodiversity information
needs at regional, national, and international levels.
NatureServe offers a results-oriented and collaborative workplace
where a common mission provides focus and excitement and where staff are
empowered to take ownership of projects and mission success. Benefits
include a 401k savings and retirement plan; health, dental and vision
insurance; short and long-term disability; annual and sick leave; and life
insurance.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Regional Vegetation Ecologist works to develop, use, and train
others in the development and use of the United States National Vegetation
Classification for conservation applications in the southeastern United
States (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana,
Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and
Virginia). Primary activities include 1) development and application of
standard methods for ecological sampling inventory and classification, 2)
support and facilitation of Heritage inventory and classification of
ecological communities, 3) support and facilitation of the management of
ecological data, 4) mapping of ecological units, 5) qualitative and
quantitative analysis and description of vegetation types, 6) management of
information on ecological communities, and 7) interpretation of the
vegetation classification and community data for conservation planning and
management.
This work will be done in partnership with state natural heritage
programs and conservation data centers, the central ecology program of
NatureServe, The Nature Conservancy, and federal agencies (in particular the
USDA Forest Service, the National Park Service, the U. S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, and others). The Regional Vegetation Ecologist provides technical
support, as needed, to Natural Heritage Programs and other partners for the
purposes of incorporating information on ecological communities in all
conservation planning efforts. In addition, s/he will work with federal and
state agencies, the academic community, and private sources to foster
collaboration and secure financial support for community ecology projects.
S/he is supervised by the Senior Regional Ecologist (Southern U.
S.).
DUTIES:
1. Develops portions of the National Vegetation Classification,
using qualitative and quantitative methods, field observations, published
literature, field survey reports, and personal communications, in
coordination with Natural Heritage Programs, other regional ecology staff,
federal agencies, and academic researchers. This classification work will be
variously structured around federal land units, states, and ecoregions.
2. Researches and writes descriptions of classification units accor
ing to standard guidelines and formats.
3. Provides training, assistance, interpretation, and support in th
use of ecological information for conservation planning to partners and
cooperators, including Natural Heritage Programs, Nature Conservancy Field
Offices, USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, Department of Defense,
GAP Analysis programs, academic researchers, and others.
4. Works with state natural heritage programs and CDC's to ensure
that inventories of ecological communities are strategically being conducted
for the purposes of filling critical data gaps and identifying high quality,
representative examples of these communities for conservation action.
5. Develops, supervises, and coordinates projects, such as communit
inventories, vegetation mapping, and conservation planning efforts.
Supervises short term, contract, and project staff, as needed.
ENTRANCE REQUIRMENTS:
1. Master's or Ph.D. in Ecology, specifically in the area of Plant
Ecology, Botany or a closely related field, and experience in the
classification and description of vegetation; or equivalent training and
experience.
2. Knowledge of the plant species composition, environmental
characteristics, and distribution of the vegetation communities of the
southeastern United States. Experience in the collection of structural,
compositional, and environmental information on vegetation communities in a
variety of systems. Experience in plant taxonomy and the ability to field
identify most plant species encountered in sampling. Familiarity with aerial
photography interpretation, interpretation of other resources such as soils
and geology maps desirable. Experience in substantial parts of the
southeastern United States is desirable.
3. Experience with biodiversity inventory, data management, and
conservation planning activities in the context of Natural Heritage Programs
(or CDCs) highly desirable.
4. Familiarity with standard office software for word processing,
spreadsheets, database management, and presentation graphics, preferably
Microsoft Office software; and with Windows 95/98/2000-based systems.
Experience with ArcView or other GIS software desirable.
5. Experience with manipulation, management, and mulitvariate
analysis of quantitative ecological data and familiarity with PC-ORD 4.x or
other similar statistical packages.
6. Record of setting and meeting productive work goals and
deadlines, and ability to complete projects requiring exacting attention to
detail.
7. Ability to work under a variety of situations, including a)
independently and b) cooperatively in tightly- and loosely-integrated teams.
8. Ability to communicate well in person and in writing to a wide
variety of cooperators and partners, including Natural Heritage Programs,
The Nature Conservancy, federal agencies, and academic researchers.
9. Ability and willingness to travel.
10. Commitment to the preservation of biological and ecological
diversity.
SEND RESUME TO:
Milo Pyne
NatureServe
6114 Fayetteville Road, Suite 109
Durham, NC 27713-6284
Fax: (919) 484-7357
E-mail: milo_pyne@abi.org
NATURESERVE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
*******************************************************************
Rickie White, Jr.
Regional Vegetation Ecologist, ABI
(Effective in November, ABI will be known as NatureServe)
6114 Fayetteville Road, Suite 109, Durham, NC 27713
phone: 919-484-7857 x140 fax:919-484-7357
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 11:58:00 -0500
From: "Menges, Eric" <EMenges@ARCHBOLD-STATION.ORG>
Subject: plant ecology RA (Florida)
POSITION AVAILABLE - TEMPORARY RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN PLANT ECOLOGY
Archbold Biological Station, Lake Placid, Florida
Available January 2002.
We seek a motivated, experienced plant ecologist for a research assistant's
position in the Plant Ecology Laboratory of Eric Menges at Archbold
Biological Station. This is a full time but temporary position, running
from early January through March or April 2002 (10-16 weeks).
The position involves an investigation of the reproductive biology of two
federally-listed endangered plant species (Ziziphus celata and Prunus
geniculata). Duties include hand pollination of flowers, repeated surveys
of marked flowers to determine reproductive phenology, data collection and
entry, and lab work including DNA extractions and epiflorescent microscopy.
The applicant should have a BA or BS in ecology, botany, or a related field,
experience in field work, computer and data handling experience, an ability
to work both independently and as part of a research team, willingness to
work with chemicals and stains used in epiflorescent microscopy and DNA
extraction protocols, and a willingness to travel daily among research sites
within a 50 mile long corridor. The workday occasionally exceeds 8 hours
and some weekend work may be required. Applicant should be flexible,
conscientious and adaptable. Knowledge of plant breeding systems and
reproductive biology, DNA extraction techniques, and epiflorescent
microscopy is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits include room and board, a salary of $8 per hour, 2 paid holidays,
and health/ disability insurance. The RA will be working with plant
ecologists at Archbold and at Bok Tower Gardens and will have ample
opportunity to interact with other ecologists at Archbold. The Plant Lab
consists of 5 full time scientists together with a variable number of
interns, graduate students, and collaborators and is a stimulating and
enjoyable workplace.
Archbold is devoted to research, conservation, and education and is
particularly strong in demography, conservation biology, fire ecology, and
behavioral ecology. Archbold's 5000-acre natural area has outstanding
examples of central Florida ecosystems and unique species. We also work
within a network of protected areas in the region.
Applications are due by December 10, 2001. Send a letter summarizing
experience and qualifications, a CV or resume, lists of courses and grades,
and names, phone numbers, and email addresses for 3 references. Email
applications are welcome. Prospective applicants will find more information
on Archbold at archbold-station.org.
Applications and inquiries should be addressed to:
Carl Weekley
Archbold Biological Station
PO Box 2057
Lake Placid, FL 3382
weekley@archbold-station.org
Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from
women and minorities.
Dr. Eric S. Menges
Archbold Biological Station
PO Box 2057 packages: 123 Main Dr.
Lake Placid, FL 33862 Venus, FL 33960
phone: 863-465-2571 ext. 235 or 234
fax: 863-699-1927
email: emenges@archbold-station.org
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 11:46:07 -0600
From: "J. M. Aguiar" <steelshard@TAMU.EDU>
Subject: seasonal flux in Atta?
I have a question for anyone who's familiar with leafcutter ants in
the genus Atta, especially those reaching up into lower-temperate
regions like Texas.
Our student group has been watching a large Atta mound in a
semi-natural park, surrounded by several hundred acres of mosaic
secondary habitat. We only discovered it earlier this year, and all
indications were that it was thriving.
Just this weekend, though, we checked in and found it covered with
small herbs and fungus, nary an ant to be found and clear disrepair all
around. We're not sure if the community has died, gone dormant or
simply moved on. If anyone is familiar with seasonal patterns of
activity and occupation in leafcutter ants, or can recommend someone who
is, we'd be much obliged. Thanks!
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 12:10:52 -0500
From: Alan Hicks <achicks@GW.DEC.STATE.NY.US>
Subject: distrubance of bats
Hello,
You inquired about information concerning disturbance by construction =
activity of summer colonies of bats.
I know of no such studies , nor have I heard of any problems along those =
lines.
Al Hicks
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 10:29:40 -0700
From: "Mark E. Miller" <Mark_Miller@UT.BLM.GOV>
Subject: Job - Asst Monument Mgr, Bio Sciences
The Bureau of Land Management, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument,
has a vacancy for Assistant Monument Manager, Biological Sciences Division.
This position is being advertised concurrently under announcement UT--02-17
for persons with federal employment status and announcement DD123070 for
all U.S. citizens.
UT-02-17
Assistant Monument Manager, Biological Sciences
GS-301-12/13
Kanab UT
Opens: 11/05/01 Closes: 12/05/01
Open to Status Applicants
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/jobs/IY1351.htm
DD123070
Assistant Monument Manager, Biological Sciences
GS-301-12/13
Kanab UT
Opens: 10/31/01 Closes: 11/28/01
Open to All U.S. Citizens
Nonstatus applicants should read the instructions in How to Apply and send
their applications directly to the Office of Personnel Management in
Denver.
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/jobs/VV0621.htm
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-
Mark E. Miller, Ph.D.
Ecologist
Bureau of Land Management
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
180 W. 300 N.
Kanab, UT 84741
tele: 435-644-4325
fax: 435-644-4350
email: Mark_Miller@blm.gov
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 12:59:51 -0600
From: Dave McNeely <dlmcneely@LUNET.EDU>
Subject: Re: distrubance of bats
This reply seems brief and possibly misleading. Don't state and federal
projects have to take into consideration bat colonies, especially
threatened and endangered species. Aren't the requirements based on
knowledge that construction indeed does disturb and disrupt colonies?
Dave McNeely
Alan Hicks wrote:
>Hello,
>
>You inquired about information concerning disturbance by construction =
>activity of summer colonies of bats.
>
>I know of no such studies , nor have I heard of any problems along those
=
>lines.
>
>Al Hicks
>
--
David L. McNeely, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
P.O. Box 1500
Langston University
Langston, OK 73050
Telephone (405) 466-6025
Email dlmcneely@lunet.edu
Web page http://www.lunet.edu/mcneely
"Are we there yet?"
Source unknown
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 13:05:52 -0600
From: Dave McNeely <dlmcneely@LUNET.EDU>
Subject: Re: seasonal flux in Atta?
When I was in Brownsville, Texas I monitored a colony of _Atta_ over
several years in the Old Brownsville City Cemetery (part of my general
ecology course teaching). The colony was (is?) very large, having
mounds scattered over much of the cemetery (or perhaps it was several
separate colonies). The mounds were less well cared for in winter
(which is minimal at Brownsville) than at other seasons. Some large
mounds also did not reappear in the same locations following periods of
disrepair. Ant activity was correlated with weather -- being reduced
during periods of dry weather and during periods of cool weather
compared to damp, warm periods. I believe that the colony relocated its
surface entrances and thus its mounds following periods of reduced activity.
Hope this helps.
J. M. Aguiar wrote:
> I have a question for anyone who's familiar with leafcutter ants in
>the genus Atta, especially those reaching up into lower-temperate
>regions like Texas.
>
> Our student group has been watching a large Atta mound in a
>semi-natural park, surrounded by several hundred acres of mosaic
>secondary habitat. We only discovered it earlier this year, and all
>indications were that it was thriving.
>
> Just this weekend, though, we checked in and found it covered with
>small herbs and fungus, nary an ant to be found and clear disrepair all
>around. We're not sure if the community has died, gone dormant or
>simply moved on. If anyone is familiar with seasonal patterns of
>activity and occupation in leafcutter ants, or can recommend someone who
>is, we'd be much obliged. Thanks!
>
--
David L. McNeely, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
P.O. Box 1500
Langston University
Langston, OK 73050
Telephone (405) 466-6025
Email dlmcneely@lunet.edu
Web page http://www.lunet.edu/mcneely
"Are we there yet?"
Source unknown
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 12:07:26 -0800
From: "Eric B. Peterson" <peterson@GOVMAIL.STATE.NV.US>
Subject: Re: Question on NMDS etc.
I sent a similar message to this one directly to Cynthia, but perhaps it
would be useful to distill it for the listserv...
Not knowing what the magnitude of the differences is between the
Ordinations, there are several characters of NMS that can make different
runs result in (slightly) different ordinations even with good data.
* The rotation of the ordination has nothing to do with the final stress
(as was noted by Michele Sacardi). Thus two runs ending in identical
minimum stress values can look very different at first glance. You can
often get them to look pretty similar by rotating and/or flipping the
ordination, which is totally acceptable with NMS.
* Cynthia mentioned differences in r2 value from correlating
environmental variables with the ordinations. The correlations are
specifically with the axes. Two identical ordinations but with
different rotations will thus give different different r2 values. The
user needs to decide how to best deal with rotation to make the
appropriate correlations.
* I'm not a multivariate expert and am not certain exactly how this will
manifest, but NMS and the stress measure involve ranking rather than
absolute measurements. So I *think* that two ordinations that have the
exact same final stress (found the same minimum) and have been rotated
to match will still show slight differences. Like one is a 'jittered'
version of the other. This could result in slight differences in r2
values. But this differences should be small enough to be irrelevant.
(it would be interesting to see confidence intervals applied to
correlations: when we say r2=0.65 shouldn't we really be saying
0.60<r2<0.70 ?)
NMS is very different in concept from ordination methods like CCA or
DCA. But don't let that scare you off; it is often much more
appropriate and reliable for community analyses.
And yes, asking those questions on ORDNEWS would be a good idea!
--
Eric Peterson, Ph.D.
Plant/Landscape Ecologist (and Lichenologist)
Nevada Natural Heritage Program
1550 E. College Pkwy Suite 145
Carson City, NV 89706-7921
Voice: (775) 687-4245 FAX: 687-1288
http://www.state.nv.us/nvnhp/
alternate email: ecomodeler@yahoo.com
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 14:07:29 -0700
From: James Christian <jchrist@SHARPSHIN.COM>
Subject: Re: activist or scientist? Musings of an undergrad
I would also like to note the incendiary words of David Brower when he spoke
about
the capture of the last California Condors. He pleaded that the last wild b
rds
be left alone,
- that they be allowed to "Die with Dignity".
If Biologists had bowed to the public pressure placed by those "environmenta
activists"
who blamed the decline of the species on radio telemetry and the biologists
themselves,
the species would be long gone.
I am, for one, very glad that Condors were not permitted to "die with digni
y".
Stay objective, stay sensible.
Cheers, James Christian
Robert Taylor wrote:
> > I understand the tension between activism and science and...
> > Adversaries can always find (buy?) someone to tout science in favo
of their
> > particular view. "Biostitution" is the word sometimes used for th
s in my
> > field.
> > ...The rule we use is to present the
> > science -- using factual information as much as possible, along w
th our
> > science-based opinions on what these facts mean. But we stop shor
of
taking
> > sides on a particular issue...
>
> This reminds me of a debate that consumed the Society for Ecological
> Restoration (SER) back in 1992. David Brower was a keynote speaker at o
r
> national conference in Orlando and delivered a brilliant, incendiary
> speech ending with an appeal for SER to assume a more activist stance a
d,
> in particular, to endorse a certain obviously superior design alternati
e
> for a certain big riparian restoration project in central Florida. And
n
> general, to get out of the ivory tower and start fighting the good figh
> to save the Earth. Many, especially the younger of our members, were
> fired up and ready to do just this.
>
> There was an extended soul searching discussion about what SER was real
y
> about and how we could most effectively advance our mission. Some folks
> were especially worried about the possibility that if we made any speci
ic
> policy recommendations in any context, detractors might use it as a clu
> against us in court to yank our non-profit organization tax status, whi
h
> did in fact happen to the Sierra Club under David Brower's tenure.
>
> Finally the board of directors voted to adopt a stance very much like w
at
> you described above: SER's strength was said to lie in a public percept
on
> that it was providing unbiased scientific and technical opinion on the
> feasibility of projects and methods. Thus SER would strive to offer
> even-handed technical opinion of feasibility of alternatives but would
> never advocate any particular course of action on any particular public
> works project. That continues to be the sober conventional wisdom about
> how scientists can most effectively influence public policy. It is
> probably true as far as it goes.
>
> > ...and let our facts and opinions speak for themselves.
>
> Facts do not- cannot- speak for themselves. Only people can speak them
o
> other people. In America, the more money those people have the more oth
r
> people will hear them speak. Lots of good, even-handed scientific opini
n
> on public policy is completely ignored because it is not good for
> business, or some favored political agenda. Scientific opinion that can
ot
> be ignored is often systematically disparaged, marginalized and refuted
by
> any means necessary. Witness the public debate on global warming and th
> persistent disinformation campaigns run by the fossil fuels industry.
> Public policy is determined by businesses, lobbyists and other groups w
th
> no restrictions on their participation in shaping public policy, but
> current rules of engagement apparently require scientists to tie one
> (two?) hands behind their backs when they try to influence policy. The
> conventional wisdom says that may not change any time soon. So be it.
>
> > ...There are plenty of advocacy groups out there that can take the
> > next step and make the specific policy recommendations...
>
> And they are all non-profits that are up against much better funded
> industry groups. In the SER's discussions, folks noted that every
> scientist who cares should be a member of some advocacy groups and
> participate strenuously through them. And they should wear their sober,
> even-handed scientists hat when participating in SER. I think that's a
> pretty good idea. There's not one environmental advocacy group out ther
> that doesn't need more support, more volunteers, more credible scientis
s
> on its board and committees, right now, today. If you care about
> environmental issues, it's not enough to completely leave the fight to
> others.
>
> OTOH, when push comes to shove the paid guns detracting scientific opin
on
> that opposes valuable business interests will conduct smear campaigns
> against scientists by any means necessary. One could argue that being
> member of an advocacy group could make one's scientific reputation more
> vulnerable to smearing, but if they need to to win a point, they'll sme
r
> you any way they have to. Rachel Carson was relentlessly and very
> personally smeared after writing 'Silent Spring.' Remember the guy who
> made the caribou habitat map of the ANWR and was smeared in the press (
or
> lack on anything better) as a, "sloppy shaver!?!" But a scientist of
> conscience really has to participate on any levels that seem like they
> could be effective. For my money, to choose to not be an activist out o
> fear that one might become the object of a smear campaign is to concede
> the fight without once stepping into the ring. If the environmental gro
ps
> had enough support, they could counter the smear tactics and prevail in
> the fight for environmentally sound public policy.
>
> Robert Taylor
> Biogeography Lab
> University of California, Santa Barbara
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 15:45:52 -0500
From: "Argo, Emily" <Emily.Argo@FWC.STATE.FL.US>
Subject: Tampa Bay Manatee Watch Internships Available (7)
Manatee Internships Available
In cooperation with the Manatee Awareness Coalition (MAC) and the Tampa Bay
Estuary Program, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (St.
Petersburg, Florida) and Tampa BayWatch, Inc. seek 7 interns to work on a
Tampa Bay manatee program from January - March 2002 and 7 to work June -
August 2002.
Tampa Bay Manatee Watch is a potentially precedent setting research study
and educational program designed to protect manatees and promote stewardship
of Tampa Bay. Interns participate in three main components:
1) Manatee/boater interaction research to assess the effectiveness of
educational efforts,
2) Boater education on the water aboard a specially designed pontoon boat,
and
3) Boater education on shore at area boat ramps, marinas, and festivals.
The research project is a 3-year manatee/boater interaction study. There
are three 10-week sampling sessions each year (summer, fall, and winter).
Observers use spotting scopes and binoculars to collect information
describing boater activity at two study areas in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Boater education is targeted at actual Bay users. Interns and volunteers
provide users with free educational boater kits and easy techniques to
protect manatees and seagrass habitat. They also talk with the community at
boat ramps, marinas, festivals, and on Tampa Bay aboard a specially designed
pontoon boats. We are currently accepting applications for the January -
March 2002 and the June - August 2002 sampling sessions.
Manatee Watch Research Project Assistants (FWC)
Five positions are available for each 10-week sampling session. Junior and
senior college students and recent graduates are eligible. Interns work
approximately 35-40 hours per week (Tuesday -Saturday) and are required to
commit to the full sampling period, plus training. Interns serve as "site
captains" at one of five locations and are responsible for data collection,
entry, and verification, equipment maintenance, and volunteer support.
Although the manatee/boater interaction study is the primary focus, interns
will participate in manatee photo-identification and other manatee-related
programs.
Manatee Watch Coordinator Assistants (Tampa BayWatch, Inc.)
Two positions are available for each 10-week sampling session (longer
internships may be possible). Interns will assist the Manatee Watch
Coordinator with all aspects of the program. Interns will work both in the
field and in the office. Interns work approximately 35-40 hours per week and
are required to commit to the full sampling period, plus training. Interns
should expect to work Tuesday -Saturday and some weeknights during the
sampling session. Interns must be friendly, with an open attitude since both
positions will speak publicly, recruit volunteers, and interact frequently
with the public.
The Education Assistant Intern will primarily assist with the educational
program. The interns will spend a minimum of three days in a busy office.
Office tasks include: developing and preparing materials for boater
education, writing and publishing the community newsletter, scheduling
training sessions, preparing the volunteer calendars, tracking
administrative information, and fielding program questions by phone.
Fieldwork includes (primarily) boater education with occasional research
project fieldwork. The Research Assistant Intern will assist the research
program. Fieldwork includes providing back up to the line-of-sight surveys
and conducting community volunteer visits during scheduled field days. In
the office, the intern will enter boater education information data and
track volunteer hours for the research project.
Qualifications: Interns should have some research field experience, be
computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Access97 or
Access2000, and be proficient in the use of a 35-mm camera, various filters
and lenses. Small watercraft and spotting scope experience are desirable,
but not necessary. In addition, interns must be able to stand for up to
3-hours in harsh weather conditions (sun/wind/water), able to carry
approximately 50 lbs. over a sandy terrain, swim, and have a valid driver's
license. These positions are unpaid, housing is not provided, and interns
must have or find transportation to FMRI and/or Tampa BayWatch, Inc. While
these internships are not paid positions, they are excellent resume
builders. In addition, interns will participate in scientific research and
other manatee-related projects, meet other marine scientists, and polish
public speaking and writing skills while participating in an innovative
environmental education program that may change manatee protection
strategies state-wide.
Please send internship application including project interest (Manatee
Watch), transcripts, cover letter, references, and E-mail address to:
Mr. Bill Arnold
FWC/FMRI
100 8th Ave. SE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3095
727-896-8626
Additional information about FWC' s manatee programs and internships may be
found at www.floridamarine.org.
__________________________________________
Emily L. Argo
Manatee Biologist
FL Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
Florida Marine Research Institute
(727) 896-8626 ext1960
Emily.Argo@fwc.state.fl.us
www.floridamarine.org
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 16:00:38 -0500
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Senior Residential Energy Efficiency Consultant
Company: ICF Consulting Group, Inc.
Location: Houston, Texas
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4760
Title: New Product Development/Technical Service Manager
Company: Horizon Organic Dairy
Location: Boulder, Colorado
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4759
Title: Executive Director
Company: Bay Area Ridge Trail Association
Location: San Francisco, California
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4758
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Date: Sun, 4 Nov 2001 18:59:09 -0500
From: Lev Yampolsky <yampolsk@ACCESS.ETSU.EDU>
Subject: Lake Baikal Field Trip
East Tennessee State University offers a field trip to the
deepest, the oldest and the largest lake on Earth - Lake Baikal in
Siberia, Russia. Baikal is home for one of world=D5s most diverse end=
emic
faunas, which includes crustaceans, fishes, sponges, mollusks,
land-locked seals and many others. Unique diving and birding
opportunities. Led by experts in invertebrates (Dr. L. Yampolsky) and
birds (Dr. F. Alsop). Approximate dates are July 15 to August 3, 2002
(17-19 days).
Estimated cost of the trip: ETSU students and non-ETSU student=
s
enrolled in the course - $1,600 (plus regular tuition). Individuals n=
ot
taking the course - $2,000.
Please contact Lev Yampolsky (423-439-4359; yampolsk@etsu.edu)=
or
Fred Alsop (423-439-6838; alsopf@etsu.edu) as soon as possible. Initi=
al
deadline for enrollment - Dec 15 ($200 deposit required before you ca=
n
enroll in the course). Class size is VERY limited, act soon to enroll=
!
More details on
http://www.etsu.edu/biology/Yampolsky/Baikal.htm
--
Lev Yampolsky
Department of Biological Sciences
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City TN 37614-1710
Phone 423-439-4359
Fax 423-439-5958
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Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 14:55:37 -0600
From: Hank Bart <hank@PLATO.MUSEUM.TULANE.EDU>
Subject: Tulane Graduate Research Fellowships
Doctoral Fellowships in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Tulane
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) of Tulane
University seeks applicants for two four-year doctoral fellowships
beginning Fall 2002. Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of at
least 3.4 on a scale of 4.0, and a combined GRE (verbal and quantitative
tests) of at least 1300, although exceptions to these standards may be made
under special circumstances. Fellows may pursue research with any EEB
faculty member in either the graduate program in Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology (EEB, http://www.tulane.edu/~eeob/) or the interdisciplinary
graduate program in Earth and Ecosystem Sciences
(http://www.tulane.edu/~iees/#education). Information on the research
interests of EEB faculty may be viewed at
http://www.tulane.edu/~eeob/Personnel/fac_staff_index.htm. The fellowships
carry 12-month, four-year stipends of $16,000-18,000 per year, plus a full
tuition waiver and a professional travel allowance of $500 per year. The
fellowships are funded by the Louisiana Board of Regents of Higher
Education, which requires fellows to participate in limited activities
designed to enhance the interest of elementary or secondary school students
in science. It is our strong desire to award at least one of these
fellowships to a minority candidate and/or to individuals who will consider
future employment in the State of Louisiana.
Applicants for these fellowships must apply for admission to the Tulane
Graduate School (http://www.tulane.edu/~gradprog/grad98/appage.htm).
Please mention in your application that you wish to be considered for a BOR
Graduate Fellowship. Applications should include a statement of research
interests. Potential students are expected to communicate with their
intended faculty advisor by the time of the application. Eligibility is
limited to U.S. citizens. The deadline for receipt of application materials
is 1 February 2002.
Henry L. Bart, Jr.
Director and Curator of Fishes
Tulane Museum of Natural History
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
504-394-1711 (voice)
504-394-5045 (fax)
http://www.museum.tulane.edu/museum/reshank.html
Associate Professor,
Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology
310 Dinwiddie Hall, New Orleans LA 70118
504-862-8283 (voice)
504-862-8706 (fax)
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