Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 22 Jan 2002 to 23 Jan 2002 (#2002-23)
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There are 20 messages totalling 1020 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Use of Animal Movements Extension in literature?
2. ecology in two-year colleges (2)
3. Re. Ecologists (2)
4. Two Positions: Stewardship Ecologists with the Tennessee Natural Areas
Program
5. Graduate Research Assistantships: Environmental Science
6. Grad Assistantship at MTU
7. Job Opening: Bioblitz Coordinator
8. PNAS 22 January 2002; Vol. 99, No. 2
9. Job: entomologist, Papua New Guinea
10. Environment and political instability (2)
11. Position Announcement (2)
12. jobs--mammalian and avian movement dynamics
13. Science and Outdoor Ed.
14. Phycologist/applied microbial ecologist
15. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
16. [ECOLOG] postdoctoral research associate
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 18:25:00 -0800
From: Arvind Bhuta <bhutaaa@ALTAVISTA.COM>
Subject: Use of Animal Movements Extension in literature?
Hello everyone,
I was curious if anyone knows of any literature out there that cites the Ani
al Movements Extension for use in Arcview 3.X in their research. If so woul
you all be willing to send me the listing where the research was published.
THANKS in advance!!
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 14:00:22 +0800
From: Torrey Moss <belmont124@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: ecology in two-year colleges
The problem with ecology is that it's FUN. How can it be serious science if
you get to be outside all day playing in the dirt? During my college years,
I took every "ecology anything" class and loved every single one. (Environm
ntal Economics was rather dry but the professor was great.) Now I work for
nature center. Are there jobs out there? Yes. Do they pay well? Not nec
ssarily, but money is not the measure of all things.
The counselors are probably taking the strictly utilitarian view of "Will it
transfer?" They don't care so much if the course is interesting, if it will
spark further scientific study, if it will make the students better global c
tizens, or even if it will lead to gainful employment. Students who go on t
four-year institutions need every single class to count. Any new class wil
have trouble getting established, unless it already fits in somewhere.
Do ecology students need a solid grounding in basic science? You bet. Ecol
gy is one of the few branches of study that requires a generalist's approach
A geneticist, for example, can become obscenely specialized, but an ecolog
st needs to understand how hydrology relates to the soil profile relates to
lant physiology relates to predator-prey dynamics relates to weather cycles
elates to ... well, everything. When the world is your lab, all factors mus
be taken into account.
Should everyone have some ecological training? Undoubtedly, yes. If people
don't understand the problems, how will they ever care about finding solutio
s? But then, most people (well, Americans) are under-educated about the rea
issues. They know the plots of all the Simpsons episodes but not what thei
senators are doing or what triggers a "smog alert".
My local community college offers a couple very good eco-type classes (taugh
, incidently, by the center's former education director), and they always se
m to be well attended. I don't know if they lead into advanced classes at s
ate universities or fulfill distribution requirements or are just for fun.
A really good class will do all three.)
And many apologies for how long this turned out to be. Personally, I think
cience ought to be stressed as soon as toddlers start asking "why", but that
s a whole 'nother essay. :-)
Respectfully,
Torrey Moss
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Kalamazoo, Michigan
-----Original Message (excerpt)-----
From: Richard Brugam <rbrugam@SIUE.EDU>
I deal with junior college transfer students all of the time. I suspect tha
the reason high school advisors do not suggest a junior college ecology cou
se is that these early students need to be mastering the basics of science.
(in resonse to this)
Arcologic@AOL.COM wrote (in part):
On the flip-side, my daughter heads the biology department at a community co
lege in southern California. She is trying to launch a new course this seme
ter, a beginning class in ecology. She says the school counselors are telli
g the students not to take it, I suppose because they think there are few jo
prospects in ecology.
--
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 08:42:29 -0500
From: eann@JUNO.COM
Subject: Re: Re. Ecologists
Stan,
My undergrad degree (BS environmental science) required an equal number
of base credits in three disciplines: biology (inc.ing ecology), geology,
and chemistry. A student could then 'specialize' within any of those
disciplines by adding credits in one. I'd estimate half the ES students
took the biology track, 1/3 the chem track, and the remaining
piggy-backed their general eds and followed two tracks. Of the
two-trackers, half were bio-chem. The other half bio-geol (myself
included).
At that time, geology was a tough sell with biology students. My guess
is that's because there weren't many courses offered where the student
can declare the credits as either 'bio' or 'geol' as there are 'bio' or
'chem'.
Ann
E. Ann Poole, MS, NH#WSA-5
Ecologist and Environmental Planner
Concord, NH
1997 - 2002 5 years of Service
"Helping Communities Meet the Challenges of Growth"
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On Tue, 22 Jan 2002 12:52:46 -0800 Stan Rowe <stanrowe@NETIDEA.COM>
writes:
> There's plenty of
> plant
> and animal biologists aiming to be ecologists. There's insufficient
> plant
> and animal earth-scientists aiming to be ecologists.
>
> Stan
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 08:46:45 -0600
From: David Lincicome <David.Lincicome@STATE.TN.US>
Subject: Two Positions: Stewardship Ecologists with the Tennessee Natural
Areas Program
Please Post:
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
with the
TENNESSEE STATE NATURAL AREAS PROGRAM
The Tennessee Division of Natural Heritage, Department of Environment and =
Conservation, has two employment opportunities for State Natural Areas =
Stewardship Ecologists. These positions are classified as an Environmental=
Specialist 3. The salary range for Environmental Specialist 3 is $2,335 =
to $3,732 monthly. Qualifications are attached for your review, and are =
also available from the Tennessee Department of Personnel's web-site at =
http://www.state.tn.us/personnel/specs/72922.pdf?^CSpCommand.currRowNumber=
=3D1 . The State of Tennessee employment application is available by =
contacting the Tennessee Department of Personnel (DOP) at 615/741-4841, or =
is also available at http://www.state.tn.us/personnel/appform.pdf. =20
The positions will be supervised by the State Natural Areas Program =
Administrator in Nashville, and will function as the West Tennessee =
Regional Stewardship Ecologist working out of the department's Jackson =
Environmental Assistance Center, and the Southeast Tennessee Regional =
Stewardship Ecologist working out of the department's Chattanooga =
Environmental Assistance Center. The incumbents will be responsible for =
the administration and management of west Tennessee and southeast =
Tennessee state natural areas, respectively. For additional information =
about the Tennessee State Natural Areas Program, you may visit our Website =
at http://www.state.tn.us/environment/nh .
Applicants should possess an understanding of the concepts and practices =
of conservation biology with an ability to initiate and complete site =
design planning and stewardship actions for state natural areas. Such =
activities may involve strenuous work in remote locations, and may require =
the use of manual and power tools and equipment. The candidate should =
have excellent verbal and written communication skills to successfully =
facilitate coordination of stewardship activities with other state, =
federal and local government agencies and non-profit organizations. The =
position requires the ability to provide education and outreach programs =
to the general public, conservation organizations, and other agencies. =
The candidate should have excellent technical and professional skills to =
coordinate cooperative management activities with professional land =
managers and private landowners. An understanding of the natural heritage =
network and methodology is helpful. Good botanical and zoological skills, =
and an understanding of the concepts of natural community classification =
are desirable. Additionally, the west Tennessee Stewardship Ecologist =
candidate should possess an understanding of wetland systems and functions.=
Interested applicants should submit an original employment application, =
with a copy of their college transcript, to the DOP at the address =
indicated on the application. Additionally, a copy of the application and =
a current resume should also be sent to the Division of Natural Heritage =
at the address below. On the application form, please specify the job =
titles of Environment Specialist 3 and Environment Specialist 1. The =
Environment Specialist 1 classification may be used if a successful =
candidate is not produced from the Environmental Specialist 3 register. =
The Environmental Specialist 1 requires a written test as part of the =
application process. The Department of Personnel's Classification =
Specifications for Environmental Specialist 1, including education and =
experience requirements, can be viewed at=20
http://www.state.tn.us/personnel/specs/72921.pdf .
Feel free to contact us at (615) 532-0431, if you have any questions about =
the position. The State of Tennessee is an equal opportunity, equal =
access, and affirmative action employer.
Original Application and copy of college transcripts to:
Tennessee Department of Personnel=20
Application Services Division
First Floor, James K. Polk Building
505 Deaderick Street
Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0635
Copy of Application, and Resume to:
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
Division of Natural Heritage
401 Church Street, 14th Floor, L&C Tower
Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0447
STATE OF TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL
CLASS SPECIFICATION
Job Specification for ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 3*=20
EEO Code: 7 Analyst: SE Effective Date: APRIL 1, 1995=20
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, is responsible for professional =
environmental program work of considerable difficulty; and performs =
related work as required.=20
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: This is the advanced working level in the =
Environmental Specialist sub series. An employee in this class performs a =
full range of complex environmental compliance inspection, problem =
identification, and enforcement duties in an environmental regulatory, =
assistance, or sanitation division. An employee in this class may =
supervise one subordinate environmental professional. This class is =
flexibly staffed with and differs from Environmental Specialist 1 in that =
an incumbent of the latter functions at the entry level. This class =
differs from Environmental Specialist 4 in that an incumbent of the latter =
functions as a first line supervisor of at least two environmental =
professionals.=20
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES=20
1. Independently performs environmental compliance monitoring and =
inspection duties in a specific program specialty area such as air =
pollution, water pollution, water supply, ground water, superfund, solid =
waste management, environmental sanitation, or Department of Energy =
Oversight.=20
2. Enforces established environmental standards, laws, rules, regulations, =
and administrative policies and procedures.=20
3. Determines permit worthiness by reviewing and evaluating information =
acquired by site inspections and other informative sources used for =
determining minimum environmental compliance of established standards.=20
4. Investigates complaints; develops corrective recommendations for =
identified problems and initiates legal action to effect compliance of =
established standards.=20
5. Provides consultative, technical, or educational services to industry, =
municipalities, counties, individuals, or groups in the necessity and =
methodology of enhancing environmental health standards, practices, and =
safety.=20
6. Performs special evaluation studies of environmental pollution and its =
socio-economics effects; assists in developing standards and prepares =
reports of findings.=20
7. Performs environmental monitoring work including sampling and evaluation=
of pollutants to determine environmental standards compliance.=20
8. Provides technical expertise in handling disasters involving nuclear, =
transportation, and industrial accidents as well as natural catastrophes.=
=20
9. Maintains records and prepares operating records and reports.
Class Specification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS=20
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or =
university with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, =
chemistry, geology, physics, or other acceptable field and two years of =
full-time professional environmental program work.=20
Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time environmenta=
l program experience may substitute for the required education, on a =
year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Graduate coursework in environmen=
tal science, biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or other acceptable =
field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year =
basis, to a maximum of one year (24 semester hours is equivalent to one =
year).
OR=20
Two years full-time professional environmental program work with the State =
of Tennessee.=20
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: A valid motor vehicle operator's license =
may be required for some positions.=20
EXAMINATION METHOD: Education and Experience, 100%, for Career Service =
positions determined by appointing authority for Executive Service =
position.=20
Division of Natural Heritage, 14th Floor L&C Tower, 401 Church Street, =
Nashville TN 37243-0447 Phone 615/532-0431
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 08:59:58 -0600
From: mvavrek@VM.CC.LATECH.EDU
Subject: Graduate Research Assistantships: Environmental Science
Graduate Research Assistantships: Environmental Science
Dependent upon funding, three M.S. assistantships may be available to study
vegetative response (mvavrek@latech.edu), invertebrate response
(Hhunt@latech.edu), and role of fungi (colgan@latech.edu) in the
bioremediation of upland crude oil spills. Studies will begin 8/02 or
earlier, stipend $13,000/year, out-of-state tuition waiver, technician
assistants provided. Open only to those with a BS in Environmental
Science, GPA > 3.0, and US residency. Contact Dr. Howard Hunt, School of
Biological Sciences, Louisiana Tech University, PO Box 3179, Ruston, LA
(318 235-4573).
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<
<<<<<<<<<<<<
Milan C. Vavrek
Coordinator, Environmental Science Program
School of Biological Sciences
Louisiana Tech University
P.O. Box 3179
Ruston, LA 71272-0001
Phone: 318 257-4573
FAX: 318 257-4574
mvavrek@latech.edu
http://www.ans.latech.edu/homes/mvavrek/
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:14:41 -0500
From: Linda Nagel <lmnagel@MTU.EDU>
Subject: Grad Assistantship at MTU
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP
School of Forestry and Wood Products
Michigan Technological University
A Ph.D. research assistantship is available for a student interested in
forest ecology and/or silviculture at the School of Forestry and Wood
Products, Michigan Technological University. The research will focus on
one of the following: (1) impacts on growth and yield of alternative
silvicultural techniques in northern hardwoods, or (2) production dynamics
and carbon storage potential of single- and mixed-species stands in the
northern Great Lakes Region. The position will begin in August 2002, or
sooner. Desirable qualifications include a B.S. or M.S. in forestry,
biological sciences, or a closely related discipline. The position
includes tuition, fees, and a competitive stipend based on qualifications
(stipends start at $15,075 per year). Applicants should send a letter of
interest, resume, transcripts, GRE scores, and names, phone numbers, and
e-mail addresses of 3 references to:
Dr. Linda Nagel
School of Forestry and Wood Products
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49931
For additional information, contact lmnagel@mtu.edu or call 906-487-2812.
Michigan Tech is located near some of the most spectacular natural areas in
the eastern United States that boasts unparalleled outdoor recreational
opportunities (http://forestry.mtu.edu).
************************************
Linda M. Nagel
Assistant Professor
School of Forestry and Wood Products
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931-1295
Phone: (906) 487-2812
FAX: (906) 487-2915
lmnagel@mtu.edu
http://forestry.mtu.edu
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:53:23 -0500
From: Doug Pearsall <dpearsall@TNC.ORG>
Subject: Job Opening: Bioblitz Coordinator
JOB DESCRIPTION--Please Post
JOB TITLE: BIOBLITZ COORDINATOR (short-term position)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Nature Conservancy is planning to conduct two 'Bioblitzes' at Camp
Owasippe, a critical 4,500-acre parcel in the White River-Blue Lakes Barrens
landscape. The purpose of the blitzes will be to utilize volunteer
scientists and naturalists to gather critical ecological and inventory data
to inform conservation planning and management of the Camp.
The Bioblitz Coordinator will work with conservation and science staff and
volunteers to research and gather data relating to the creation of
conservation plans for the White River-Blue Lakes Barrens landscape. This
will include logistics, organization, and recruitment of volunteer scientist
teams; collecting, assembling, and analyzing field data submitted by
volunteer teams; collection of supplemental data in the field; producing
maps using GIS software; making presentations; and producing a final report
including management and monitoring recommendations.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
* Bachelor's degree in biology, plant ecology, natural resources management
or related field and two years related work experience or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
* Ability to organize time and manage diverse activities. Meet deadlines.
* Ability to assemble and organize scientific data, to make analyses and
prepare reports of findings.
* Knowledge and experience with regional flora and fauna and ecosystems
* Ability to evaluate habitat conditions and collect and process specimens
* Experience with statistical analysis of natural communities and a variety
of environmental data on ecological communities
* Knowledge of natural systems and the management techniques used to
maintain them.
* Familiarity with GIS, including ability to utilize data to create
appropriate maps.
* Experience with project management.
COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:
* Coordinate a project with several variables, set realistic deadlines and
manage a timeframe.
* Resolve routine problems independently, consulting with supervisor to
develop plans for resolution of complex or unusual problems.
* Analyze and evaluate data and information from various sources, making
recommendations and compiling reports.
* Ability to compile and organize scientific data with attention to detail.
DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:
* Work independently without requiring detailed management review of general
work.
* Prioritize work independently, exercise judgement. Work affords
significant opportunity to act independently on assigned tasks.
* Consult with supervisor to address any issues that may affect the work of
others or the program as a whole.
RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT -FINANCIAL & SUPERVISORY:
* Financial responsibility may include working within a budget to complete
projects
* May need to gain cooperation from individuals or groups over whom there is
no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals.
* May supervise volunteers, interns, or temporary staff.
* May participate in or lead work groups.
* Purchase equipment and supplies as provided for in budget, in consultation
with supervisor.
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
* Excellent speaking and writing ability, especially the ability to write
cogently on complex technical or scientific matters.
* Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation
software.
* Ability to simplify and explain complex scientific data to general
audiences
* Work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people, including
scientists, preserve staff, and others, providing and obtaining needed
information.
* Function productively as a member or leader of a work team.
* Provide a variety of information to staff and others, contributing to
conservation projects and assisting workflow throughout the organization.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
* Willingness to work long hours in an isolated setting.
* Valid driver's license, safe driving record.
* Ability to perform tasks requiring physical exertion, outdoors, in all
weather conditions and on difficult and sometimes hazardous terrain.
Employment Dates: May 1 through September 1, 2002; dates adjustable.
Closing Date: February 20, 2002
Contact: Send cover letter and resume to:
Bioblitz Coordinator
The Nature Conservancy
2840 East Grand River Ave., Suite 5
East Lansing, MI 48823
E-mail: michigan@tnc.org
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 11:09:34 -0500
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: PNAS 22 January 2002; Vol. 99, No. 2
Ecological pork: Novel resources and the trophic reorganization of an
ecosystem
Robert T. Paine and Daniel E. Schindler
PNAS 2002;99 554-555
http://www.pnas.org/cgi/content/full/99/2/554
Chemical warfare from an ecological perspective
Richard E. Lenski and Margaret A. Riley
PNAS 2002;99 556-558
http://www.pnas.org/cgi/content/full/99/2/556
>From the Cover: Golden eagles, feral pigs, and insular carnivores: How
exotic species turn native predators into prey
Gary W. Roemer, C. Josh Donlan, and Franck Courchamp
PNAS 2002;99 791-796
http://www.pnas.org/cgi/content/abstract/99/2/791
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:07:41 -0500
From: kbp@DUKE.EDU
Subject: Re: ecology in two-year colleges
Community colleges are great places to explore your interests before
racking up the student loans at a university. I was planning on law school
until I took environmental biology at a two-year college. After two weeks
the world was spared another lawyer. Besides, ecology is such an important
subject for everyone, especially for the large percentage of community
college students who don't go on to a 4-year school. I think its a terribly
important class at a junior college. As for transferable credits, well, I
had to take Art History instead of Zoology to get my Zoology AA. Such is
the way of the bureaucracy.
Ken Pierce
Landscape Ecology Laboratory
Duke University
> (in resonse to this)
> Arcologic@AOL.COM wrote (in part):
>
> On the flip-side, my daughter heads the biology department at a communi
y
> college in southern California. She is trying to launch a new course
> this semester, a beginning class in ecology. She says the school
> counselors are telling the students not to take it, I suppose because
> they think there are few job prospects in ecology. --
>
>
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 21:06:04 +0200
From: David Inouye <di5@UMAIL.UMD.EDU>
Subject: Job: entomologist, Papua New Guinea
We are looking for a biologist to study the ecology of herbivorous insects
and their host plants in Papua New Guinea. This study is part of a long-term
research project by the Institute of Entomology & University of South
Bohemia (Czech Republic), Smithsonian Institution, the University of
Minnesota (USA) and Sussex University (UK). More information on the PNG
project is available from our website http://www.entu.cas.cz/png/index.html
The successfull candidate will stay at our field station in Madang (Papua
New Guinea) from September 2002 to August 2003. We are looking for a highly
motivated biologist (entomology, ecology) capable of independent research
work, with good command of English, and management skills. Experience from
field work in the tropics is welcome. Travel to and from the US, living
expenses in PNG, and a small stipend are provided. The candidate can enroll
to Ph.D. programme at the University of Minnesota or the University of South
Bohemia, but the position is also suitable for a postdoctoral candidate or
an exceptional B.Sc. or M.Sc. student. Please send enquiries to
novotny@entu.cas.cz. The deadline for applications (including a cover
letter, c.v. and three letters of recommendation) is March 31, 2002.
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*************************************
Vojtech Novotny
Institute of Entomology
Branisovska 31
CZ 370 05 Ceske Budejovice
Czech Republic
e-mail novotny@entu.cas.cz
Phone +420 38 7775362
Fax +420 38 5300354
Parataxonomist Training Center, Papua New Guinea
http://www.entu.cas.cz/png/index.html
Ecological research in Papua New Guinea:
http://www.bishopmuseum.org/bishop/natsci/ng/ngecol.html
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:32:57 -0600
From: Puja Batra <batrapuj@MSU.EDU>
Subject: Re: Environment and political instability
Norman Meyers has written some articles/ books about growing refugee
populations resulting from environmental degradation.
--pb
At 10:28 AM 1/22/02 -0500, Chris Norment wrote:
>Dear Ecolog Subscribers -
>
>Does anyone have any suggestions as to recent references that discuss
>the relationship between environmental degradation, political/social
>instability, and terrorism? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
>Chris
>
>
>
>--
>Christopher Norment, Ph.D.
>Associate Professor
>Department of Biological Sciences
>SUNY Brockport
>Brockport, NY 14420
>PHONE: (716) 395-5748
>FAX: (716) 395-2741
>e-mail: cnorment@brockport.edu
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 12:33:44 -0500
From: Human Resources <humanres@MBL.EDU>
Subject: Position Announcement
POSTDOCTORAL SCIENTIST [PDS FISH]
The Ecosystems Center
Full-Time, Exempt
The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking
applicants for a full-time Postdoctoral Scientist for an ongoing arctic
stream studies position.
DUTIES: The successful candidate will participate in long-term ecological
research on fish in arctic tundra stream ecosystems at Toolik Field Station
in northern Alaska and laboratory and writing work in Woods Hole,
Massachusetts. Field activities in Alaska will include maintaining
long-term experiments and coordinating fish sampling. Other activities
include PIT tagging fish, measuring metabolism of fish, maintaining weirs
in the river, sampling physical parameters in streams, collection and
analysis of water samples and benthic invertebrate samples. Activities in
Woods Hole will include gut and insect analyses, data analysis, writing
manuscripts and reports and logistical planning.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Ph.D. in Aquatic Biology or Fish
Ecology. Experience with statistical analyses, database management,
spreadsheet and graphics programs required. Experience with long-term
tagging programs, ecosystems modeling and fly fishing would be very
beneficial. Scientific writing skills are a must.
CONDITIONS: Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous
physical activity (e.g., working long hours outside in potentially severe
weather, carrying >40lbs. pack across uneven terrain, hiking many miles p
r
day across tundra) and be prepared to live in an isolated setting with
harsh environmental conditions.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until a suitable candidate is identified.
Please send your resume, copy of transcripts, names, address, telephone
numbers and email address, if available of three references to: Marine
Biological Laboratory, ATTN: Human Resources reference code [PDS FISH], 7
MBL Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543-1015; email resume@mbl.edu.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Non-smoking workplace.
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 12:34:34 -0500
From: Human Resources <humanres@MBL.EDU>
Subject: Position Announcement
RESEARCH ASSISTANT II [RAII FISH]
The Ecosystems Center
Full-Time, Grade 11, Exempt
The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking
applicants for a full-time Research Assistant II for an ongoing arctic
stream studies position.
DUTIES: The successful candidate will participate in long-term ecological
research on fish in arctic tundra stream ecosystems at Toolik Field Station
in northern Alaska and laboratory and writing work in Woods Hole,
Massachusetts. Field activities in Alaska will include maintaining
long-term experiments and coordinating fish sampling. Other activities
include PIT tagging fish, measuring metabolism of fish, maintaining weirs
in the river, sampling physical parameters in streams, collection and
analysis of water samples and benthic invertebrate samples. Activities in
Woods Hole will include gut and insect analyses, data analysis, writing
manuscripts and reports and logistical planning.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: MS in Aquatic Biology, Ecology or Chemistry
or BA/BS in Aquatic Biology, Ecology or Chemistry with at least three
additional years of relevant experience. Experience with statistical
analyses, database management, spreadsheet programs and graphics programs a
plus. Experience with long-term tagging programs, ecosystem modeling and
fly fishing would be very beneficial. Scientific writing skills are a
must. The successful candidate will be expected to schedule own work.
CONDITIONS: Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous
physical activity (e.g., working long hours outside in potentially severe
weather, carrying >40lbs. pack across uneven terrain, hiking many miles p
r
day across tundra) and be prepared to live in an isolated setting with
harsh environmental conditions.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until a suitable candidate is identified.
Please send your resume, copy of transcripts, names, address, telephone
numbers and email address, if available of three references to: Marine
Biological Laboratory, ATTN: Human Resources reference code [RAII FISH], 7
MBL Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543-1015; email resume@mbl.edu.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Non-smoking workplace.
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 13:11:13 -0500
From: Dennis Albert <ALBERTD@MICHIGAN.GOV>
Subject: Re: Re. Ecologists
Stan,
I agree strongly that it is important for all biologists to better understan
the earth sciences, which is often critically important for more complete u
derstanding and management of the ecosystems that provide the habitat for or
anisms. But, from my experience, it is a far easier task to get the public
nd politicians to recognize a species (especially if it is fuzzy or at least
not a plant) and its vulnerability or importance, than it is to educate them
to identify and understand the importance of a geomorphic or bedrock feature
soil, or heaven forbid as climatic characteristic. Once a person or group
nderstands the threat to a species, it is often easy to then link that speci
s or, forgive the term, plant community, to the larger geographic ecosystem.
My experience is that once the relationship of the living organism(s) to th
non-living geographic ecosystem is established, many human organisms are ab
e to see the previously invisible ecosystem and strive to sustain!
it in a viable form. I think that ecologists may need to use all opportuni
ies available to educate the public to the critical importance of ecosystems
even if that means stooping so low as to use living organisms to get the pu
lic's interest.
Hope all goes well with you, Stan. Your work has been and remains an inspir
tion to many of us who strive to be ecologists.
Dennis Albert
>>> Stan Rowe <stanrowe@NETIDEA.COM> 01/22/02 03:52PM >>
>
Hello All,
The responses to the question of "useful ecologists" touches on the subject
of "useful textbooks" raised a short time ago. E.O. Wilson encourages
ecologists to help preserve biodiversity because he's a biologist. If he
was a landscape ecologist he'd be advising more realistically, "preserve
ecosystem diversity." What's needed for the latter is not more training in
biology but more in the earth sciences: geology, geomorphology, pedology,
climatology.
Organisms are saved or slaughtered according to what humankind does to the
geographic ecosystems in which they are embedded. There's plenty of plant
and animal biologists aiming to be ecologists. There's insufficient plant
and animal earth-scientists aiming to be ecologists.
Stan
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 15:07:57 -0600
From: lpowell3@UNLNOTES.UNL.EDU
Subject: jobs--mammalian and avian movement dynamics
PLEASE REPLY TO CHRISTINA KOCER, BELOW:
FIELD ASSISTANTS (1-2) needed May 15 to August 9 for breeding bird and
mammalian predator research in the Rainwater Basin Wetlands in
south-central
Nebraska. Study will look at the effects of agricultural land use and
management decisions on the dynamics of animal populations. Duties will
include predator ground surveys, mammal live trapping, raccoon radio
telemetry
and avian nest searches. Other possibilities include mist netting and
avian
radio telemetry. Preference will be given to applicants with previous
field
and radio telemetry experience. Salary is paid on an hourly basis,
approximately $1400/month and housing is provided. Must be enthusiastic
and
hard working. Study site located within driving distance from Lincoln as
well
as various recreation areas.
INTERNS (1-2) also needed for at least a 10 week period from May 15 to
August
9. Stipend of $100 a week and housing will be provided. Applicant must
have
an interest in wildlife ecology and a strong work ethic but no experience
is
required. Class credit may be arranged.
Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information (including
e-mail)
for 3 references to CHRISTINA KOCER, 202 NRH, School of Natural Resource
Sciences, University of Nebraska, Lincoln NE 68583-0819 by March 1 (ph:
402.472.0508; FAX: 402.472.2946; e-mail: ckocer1@bigred.unl.edu)
Larkin A. Powell
School of Natural Resource Sciences
202 Natural Resources Hall
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE 68583-0819
PHN: 402.472.6825
FAX: 402.472.2946
lpowell3@unl.edu
http://snrs.unl.edu/powell
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 15:47:51 -0500
From: James Bell <brbell01@MAIL.DAVIDSON.ALUMLINK.COM>
Subject: Science and Outdoor Ed.
I am currently seeking employment in a program which combines a legitamate s
ience curriculum with outdoor education for teens. Could someone suggest a
ew? Does such a program exist?
Bruce
-----------------------------
J. Bruce Bell
PO Box 29
Keswick, VA 22947
(434) 979-5920
brbell01@davidson.alumlink.com
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 15:33:52 -0500
From: Susan Newman <snewman@SFWMD.GOV>
Subject: Phycologist/applied microbial ecologist
PHYCOLOGIST/APPLIED MICROBIAL ECOLOGIST -Senior Environmental Scientist,
Everglades Division, Watershed Management Department.
The Everglades Division seeks an phycologist/ applied microbial
ecologist to join a multi-disciplinary team conducting research to
support restoration of the Florida Everglades, one of the most ambitious
restoration projects in the world. This position will enhance our
understanding of the role of periphyton in freshwater Everglades
wetlands. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory and field
research examining microbially-mediated nutrient cycling and the
response of periphyton communities to hydrologic and nutrient changes.
The candidate will also have opportunities to analyze existing data on
periphyton responses to phosphorus enrichment. Prefer Ph.D. in
phycology, biogeochemistry, limnology, ecology, microbiology or related
field. Microbial processes, aquatic chemistry, statistics, and strong
oral and written communication skills are required. Salary range
$46,072-80,267. Application deadline 02/10/02.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter of research
interests, resume, names and contact information for three (3)
references. Include the Job Reference Number 201362 in your application.
Applications should be submitted to:
6520 Human Resources
South Florida Water Management District
P.O. Box 24680
West Palm Beach, FL 33416-4680
Or via email: hrproweb@sfwmd.gov
Please send a courtesy copy of submittal to Dr. Sue Newman, 4440
Everglades Division, P.O. Box 24680, West Palm Beach, Florida
33416-4680, email: snewman@sfwmd.gov.
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 16:00:02 -0500
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Staff Attorney
Company: PETA/People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5186
Title: Environmental Specialist
Company: DevTech Systems, Inc.
Location: Washington, DC
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5185
Title: Program Associate (Outreach), Environmental Inform
Company: DevTech Systems, Inc.
Location: Washington, DC
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5184
Title: Junior Expert, Eco-Procurement Programme and Eco-E
Company: International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)
Location: Freiburg, Germany
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5183
Title: Data Entry Specialist / Mail Clerk
Company: Earthwatch Institute
Location: Maynard, Massachusetts
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5182
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 16:26:03 -0500
From: dongq@FIU.EDU
Subject: Re: Environment and political instability
The following (and their cited literature) touches or covers the topic, at
least partially,
1. Lubchenco, J. 1998. Entering the century of the environment: a new
social contract for science. Science 279: 491-497.
2. Statement by 110 Nobel Laureates on the occasion of the one-hundredth
anniversary of the Nobel
Prize. http://www.utoronto.ca/jpolanyi/nobelstatement/
3. A number of publications of WorldWatch Institute. www.worldwatch.org
qd
At 11:32 AM 1/23/02, Puja Batra wrote:
>Norman Meyers has written some articles/ books about growing refugee
>populations resulting from environmental degradation.
>
>--pb
>
>
>At 10:28 AM 1/22/02 -0500, Chris Norment wrote:
> >Dear Ecolog Subscribers -
> >
> >Does anyone have any suggestions as to recent references that discu
s
> >the relationship between environmental degradation, political/socia
> >instability, and terrorism? Any help would be much appreciated. Tha
ks.
> >Chris
> >
> >
> >
> >--
> >Christopher Norment, Ph.D.
> >Associate Professor
> >Department of Biological Sciences
> >SUNY Brockport
> >Brockport, NY 14420
> >PHONE: (716) 395-5748
> >FAX: (716) 395-2741
> >e-mail: cnorment@brockport.edu
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Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 17:40:56 -0600
From: Karen Ann Garrett <kgarrett@KSU.EDU>
Subject: [ECOLOG] postdoctoral research associate
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Project
A postdoctoral research associate is sought to participate in an
NSF-funded project considering the effects of environmental variation on
plant disease in the tallgrass prairie. Much of the research will be
conducted at Konza Prairie Biological Station (www.ksu.edu/konza), an NSF
LTER site near Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas. For more
information about the project, contact Karen Garrett (kgarrett@ksu.edu).
The starting date is April 5, 2002, negotiable. The current position will
run for 1.5 years, renewable upon satisfactory progress and continued
funding.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Biology, or related field is required.
Experience with projects such as the following is desirable: field
research in agricultural and/or prairie systems, studies of soil
ecology/microorganisms, data analysis using SAS or comparable statistical
programs, simulation modeling of biological systems, molecular analyses of
populations, and work in collaboration with research teams. Management
experience is also desirable.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will have responsibility for fieldwork at Konza
Prairie Biological Station, for laboratory analyses of pathogen isolates,
for greenhouse management of prairie plants, for data analysis using
statistical software packages, and for management and mentoring of
undergraduate students.
Salary: $30,000/year. Benefits package includes group health and life
insurance plans, workers' compensation, the Kansas Board of Regents'
retirement plan, vacation and sick leave, and other benefits.
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 11, 2002, until a successful
applicant is identified.
Application Procedure: Those interested in this position should submit a
letter of application, curriculum vita, up to two relevant reprints,
academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable), and the
names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three professional
references to:
Dr. Karen Garrett
Department of Plant Pathology
4024 Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-5502
FAX: 785-532-5692
email: kgarrett@ksu.edu
Kansas State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 21 Jan 2002 to 22 Jan 2002 (#2002-22)
To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU>
Status: R
There are 15 messages totalling 678 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Need some facts to aid the cause
2. Grassland Bird Research Technicians Needed
3. Job: Univ. of AK, program coordinator
4. Looking for transition or flow chart software
5. Canada Lynx Technicians Needed
6. Environment and political instability (2)
7. The George Reserve Deer Herd
8. Graduate Teaching Assistantship (Biology, BBQ, & the Blues in Memphis)
9. Advanced Conservation GIS Course
10. GIS and Remote Sensing Course
11. Re. Ecologists
12. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
13. Amphibian Research Technician Position Available
14. Aquatics Asst. Region Manger Recruitment
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Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 20:42:36 -0600
From: Richard Brugam <rbrugam@SIUE.EDU>
Subject: Re: Need some facts to aid the cause
Dear Mr. Rogers and Ecologers:
I deal with junior college transfer students all of the time. I
suspect that the reason high school advisors do not suggest a junior
college ecology course is that these early students need to be mastering
the basics of science. To be able to make a contribution to biology the
students need a year of introductory biology (where they should get a
small dose of ecology), a year of inorganic chemistry and a year of
organic chemistry. That introductory biology course should cover the
diversity of living things and ecology, but it should also cover the
basics of molecular biology. It is nice that beginning biology students
are interested in ecology. An elective course in the subject would be
good, but it cannot replace the basic science that first and second year
biology students need to know. A well-trained ecologist must first
learn the basics of biological science.
A case could be made that a student who is interested in a career i
ecology should not take any ecology courses before his or her junior
year. Perhaps a more important case can be made that all of those other
folks who are heading towards careers in business, law, or the arts
should have a rigorous, science-based ecology course early in their
careers so that they have an idea of the environmental problems that we
face. Those are the folks who need your daughter's course. I think the
students who already have their sights set on a career in ecology should
learn to be scientists first. As a side note, I will be teaching my
first ecology course for non-majors during fall semester 2002. I have
been teaching a junior-level ecology course for biology majors for 22
years.
I hope this helps you. I am afraid that it will inflame controversy
n
ecolog.
Yours truly,
Dick Brugam
Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, Illinois
Arcologic@AOL.COM wrote:
>
> Friends,
>
> I just finished reading THE DIVERSITY OF LIFE by Edward O. Wilson (Nort
n,
> 1993). I was deeply moved by the book. Prof. Wilson presents the view
near
> the end of the book that sources of funding for projects to protect
> biodiversity in far-away places are steadily growing and have or will
> outstrip the available supply of trained ecologists to do the work. He
says
> the world needs, and can use, a lot more ecologists.
>
> On the flip-side, my daughter heads the biology department at a communi
y
> college in southern California. She is trying to launch a new course t
is
> semester, a beginning class in ecology. She says the school counselors
are
> telling the students not to take it, I suppose because they think there
are
> few job prospects in ecology.
>
> I know the world desperately needs more people that at least understand
> ecology issues. My daughter could use some practical help with those
> counselors. Are there plenty of jobs for ecologists? Can anyone out t
ere
> give me an update?
>
> My suggestion to her was to schedule a public lecture this week, so she
can
> show people what a wonderfully interesting subject ecology can be. How
about
> some more suggestions?
>
> Ernie Rogers
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Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 16:04:57 -0600
From: "Farrand, D T." <FarrandD@MISSOURI.EDU>
Subject: Grassland Bird Research Technicians Needed
RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (6) - Needed for grassland bird research in northeast
Missouri (3 months, May 15 - August 7). Study will compare bird use, bird
productivity, nest predator use, and nest predation rates in strip and block
grassland habitats on private lands. Duties will include transect surveys,
predator surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, and vegetation sampling.
Preference will be given to applicants with previous field experience, bird
identification skills (by sight and song), and/or track identification
skills. Applicants must be enthusiastic, hard working, willing to work
irregular hours beginning pre-dawn, able to operate manual transmission
vehicles, and possess a valid driver's license. Ability to work both
independently and with others is essential. Salary is approximately $1450
per month. Positions will be based out of Columbia, MO. Housing is not
provided. TO APPLY: please send letter of interest, resume, and contact info
for 3 professional references to Todd Farrand at FarrandD@missouri.edu, OR
302 Anheuser-Busch Nat. Res. Bldg., University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo
65211-7240. For more information, e-mail the above address or call (573)
884-7474.
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 09:35:24 +0200
From: David Inouye <di5@UMAIL.UMD.EDU>
Subject: Job: Univ. of AK, program coordinator
Assistant Professor
Program Coordinator in Regional Resilience and Adaptation
A Graduate Training Program to foster ecological, economic, and cultural
sustainability
The University of Alaska seeks applications for a position as Assistant
Professor and Program Coordinator to participate in developing and
directing a graduate-training program in Regional Resilience and
Adaptation. This interdisciplinary program will train graduate students in
regional studies that foster ecological, economic, and cultural
sustainability. The position is a term-funded (non-tenure-track) faculty
appointment at the assistant-professor level. The primary responsibility of
the person in this position is to facilitate the training of graduate
students in Regional Resilience and Adaptation. The program coordinator
will work with the program director and steering committee to design
courses, seminars, and research opportunities for graduate students in the
program and will work with students to facilitate interdisciplinary
communication and research. Duties include coordination of instruction,
developing a seminar series, arrangement of research internships, and
building partnerships with Alaska Native organizations, businesses, and
management agencies. The successful applicant is encouraged to engage in
research on regional resilience and adaptation or on interdisciplinary
education. This may be accomplished by working collaboratively with
students and through the design and development of the educational program.
An exciting component of the job will be collaborating with other faculty
members in the program to define the science that underlies regional
resilience and adaptation in the face of directional changes in many of the
controlling factors. The program is described in detail at
http://www.regional-resilience.uaf.edu. Address inquiries to F. Stuart
Chapin, III (terry.chapin@uaf.edu). Application forms are available at
http://www.uaf.edu/uafhr/jobs/index.html.
The position requires a PhD (or equivalent experience) plus training or
research experience in at least two of the following fields: ecology,
economics, anthropology, political science, environmental sciences,
resource management, education, or related fields. Teaching experience and
research experience in northern regions (or in other regions with regional
issues similar to those of Alaska) are desirable.
Applications should include a statement of interest, curriculum vitae,
description of interdisciplinary training and interest, publication list,
and the names and contact information of four professional references.
Please send these materials to:
UAF Human Resources
P.O. box 757860
University of Alaska
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7860
Applications will be received until March 1, 2002 or until the position is
filled. Ethnic minority candidates and other under-represented groups are
particularly encouraged to apply.
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 08:18:32 -0500
From: "Michael S. Batcher" <mbatcher@NETHEAVEN.COM>
Subject: Looking for transition or flow chart software
I have data on land cover for two time periods and am interested in
assessing change in land cover graphically. Up to now, I have been drawing a
flow chart indicating change. So, for example, what percentage of cover type
#1 in year x became cover type 2 in year y. Is there any free or low cost
software that anyone would recommend to help me create, either a flow chart
of changes or some other, easily understandable graphic, to indicate such
changes. I have over 20 cover types in each time period, so, this is a
significant task to do manually. Also, I would like to be able to combine
certain types and look at those kinds of changes (e.g., wetlands, forests,
etc.). So, being able to do some data exploration would be great. I want to
be able to present the results to both scientists and non-scientists --
hence my desire to find some graphical method of presentation and analysis.
Thanks in advance.
Michael S. Batcher, M.S., A.I.C.P.
Consulting Ecologist and Environmental Planner
1907 Buskirk-West Hoosick Rd.
Buskirk, NY 12028
Phone: (518) 686-5868
Fax: (518) 686-1802
email: mbatcher@netheaven.com
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 14:01:39 GMT
From: cburdett@NRRI.UMN.EDU
Subject: Canada Lynx Technicians Needed
CANADA LYNX SURVEY TECHNICIANS - The Natural Resources Research Institute
(NRRI) of the University of Minnesota needs field technicians to install and
monitor lynx detection stations in the northern Minnesota. The surveys will
begin in mid- to late- February and run approximately 6 weeks. Duties will
include the installation and monitoring of survey stations and the collectio
of vegetation data. Excellent land navigation abilities with map, compass,
nd
GPS are critical. Previous field experience, ability to work independently,
and reliable vehicle (mileage reimbursed) are required. Good physical
condition and an ability to snowshoe several miles per day off-trail are als
necessary. Experience operating snowmobiles preferred. Housing will be
provided. Some possibility for part-time positions with alternating weeks o
f
throughout the 6 week survey period. Pay rate is $8/hr with a $10/day per
diem for each day spent in the field. Some overtime work (and pay) likely.
Send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references
ASAP to CHRIS BURDETT, Natural Resources Research Institute, Center for Wate
and the Environment, 5013 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, MN 55811. Initial
inquiries and additional information requests regarding these positions can
e
directed via email (cburdett@nrri.umn.edu) although hard copies of applicati
n
packet are preferred.
---------------------------------------------
Natural Resources Research Institute
http://www.nrri.umn.edu
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 10:28:01 -0500
From: Chris Norment <cnorment@BROCKPORT.EDU>
Subject: Environment and political instability
Dear Ecolog Subscribers -
Does anyone have any suggestions as to recent references that discuss
the relationship between environmental degradation, political/social
instability, and terrorism? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Chris
--
Christopher Norment, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
SUNY Brockport
Brockport, NY 14420
PHONE: (716) 395-5748
FAX: (716) 395-2741
e-mail: cnorment@brockport.edu
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 09:24:03 -0500
From: Andrea Herbert <AHerbert@BLACKBURNPRESS.COM>
Subject: The George Reserve Deer Herd
Dear ECOLOG-L member,
This is to inform you that the book:
The George Reserve Deer Herd
By Dale R. McCullough
will shortly be available again from The Blackburn Press.
This book, first published over 20 years ago, has become a classic in the
fields of wildlife biology and management, offering important techniques and
philosophical perspectives on large animal population ecology.
In this book, author Dale R. McCullough both reassessed the results of
previous studies done on a population of deer at the Edwin S. George
Reserve-a two-square-mile fenced area in southeastern Michigan-and reported
on his own studies. The growth of the deer population in the Reserve became
a landmark in wildlife management after six white-tailed deer introduced to
the Reserve in 1928 increased to 160 deer six years later, to the
astonishment of wildlife managers. McCullough's studies centered on the
relationship of population density to birth and survival of offspring. His
empirical population model, derived from his experiments, is compared to
traditional models used in ecology.
For more information, point your browser to:
http://www.blackburnpress.com/georresdeerh.html
The Blackburn Press is interested in hearing of other titles we might
consider returning to print. Your suggestions are welcome.
Thank you.
Andrea Herbert
The Blackburn Press
Publishers of classic scientific and technical books
P.O.Box 287, Caldwell, N.J. 07006
973-228-7077 Fax: 973-228-7276
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 12:31:10 -0800
From: "Stephan J. Schoech" <sschoech@MEMPHIS.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Teaching Assistantship (Biology, BBQ, & the Blues in Memph
s)
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP for a student to pursue the Ph.D. degree =
is available in the laboratory of Dr. Stephan J. Schoech at the =
Department of Biology, University of Memphis Dr. Schoech's research =
interests are at the interface between physiology and behavior and have =
primarily focused on the reproductive endocrinology of the cooperatively =
breeding Florida Scrub-Jay (for a more detailed statement of research =
interests and partial list of publications see =
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~biology/sschoech.html). There is the =
possibility of Research Assistantship funding for some portion of the =
student's graduate career, however, this is dependent upon 1) continued =
funding of Dr. Schoech's research and 2) whether the student's research =
compliments that of the funded project. Dr. Schoech's current NSF funded =
project is "Timing of Reproduction: Nutrition-Endocrine Interactions" =
(for project description see =
http://www.nsf.gov/cgi_bin/showaward?award=3D9983201). Interested =
individuals can find more information on graduate study in biology at =
the University of Memphis at =
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~biology/#Grad. Students that remain in =
good standing are guaranteed support for six years with a stipend of =
$14,500 and tuition waiver. Submit a cover letter detailing relevant =
background and a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, and complete =
contact information (include e-mail address and telephone number) for =
three references. Send applications to Dr. Steve Schoech, Department of =
Biology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152 For further =
information contact Dr. Schoech directly (EM: sschoech@memphis.edu or =
Telephone: 901.678.2327).
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Stephan J. Schoech
University of Memphis
Department of Biology
Memphis, TN 38152
Email: sschoech@memphis.edu
WebPage: http://www.people.memphis.edu/~biology/sschoech.html
Telephone: (901) 678-2327 (office)
(901) 678-2661 (lab) =20
Facsimile: (901) 678-4746
"Faith may be defined briefly as an illogical belief in the occurrence =
of the improbable...."
H.L. Mencken
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 20:33:48 +0000
From: "CRC GIS Lab, Smithsonian" <crcgis@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Advanced Conservation GIS Course
The Smithsonian Conservation and Research Center is offering the following
advanced Conservation GIS and Remote Sensing Course this fall.
Advanced GIS & Remote Sensing:
Measuring Landcover Change and its Impact on Endangered Species
March 11 - 15, 2001
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This one-week advanced GIS and remote sensing course provides
conservationists with an opportunity to learn how GIS and remote sensing can
be used to assess the conservation status of endangered species. Each
participant will be provided with their own desktop computer for all lab
exercises. During the hands-on exercises participants will use the Internet,
ArcView, ArcView Spatial Analyst, ERDAS Imagine, Fragstats, and other
spatial analysis programs. Instructors will lead participants step-by-step
through the process of:
* conduct a regional conservation assessment using GIS to determine critical
conservation areas for an endangered species
* acquiring multi-date satellite imagery to quantify land cover change and
to map the extent of the remaining habitat
* using landscape analysis to determine optimal landscape configurations for
conserving the endangered species.
TRAINING LOCATION
The course will be taught at the National Zoological Park's Conservation and
Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia. The Center is located at the
north entrance of the Shenandoah Park approximately 70 miles west of
Washington, D.C. Pick-up from Washington Dulles Airport can be arranged.
Participants will be housed at the CRC and meals provided at the CRC's
Conference Center. All computer labs will be taught at the Center's Spatial
Analysis Lab. The lab is equipped with various PC's, a GPS Base station,
two digitizers, and color plotters and printers.
Visit the following web address for more details and registration
information.
http://www.si.edu/crc/tp/tp.htm
Contact:
Natalie Marioni
crcgis@hotmail.com
1500 Remount Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-635-6535 (GIS Lab)
540-635-6506 (FAX)
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 20:35:23 +0000
From: "CRC GIS Lab, Smithsonian" <crcgis@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: GIS and Remote Sensing Course
The Smithsonian Conservation and Research Center is offering the following
course this fall:
GIS & REMOTE SENSING FOR WILDLIFE MANAGERS
An Introduction to the use of Geographic Information Systems &
Remote Sensing in Conservation and Wildlife Management
March 4 - 8, 2001
Increasingly, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing - the
mapping of features using imagery acquired either from an aircraft or a
satellite - have become important tools for decision making and the applied
management of natural resources. Many federal agencies and NGO's rely on
GIS and satellite data for their work and are starting to produce their own
spatial databases. However, there are few training opportunities for
wildlife managers to learn the application of GIS in everyday management
situations. We are offering a course for wildlife managers that will
provide hands-on experience for the collection of data, GIS analysis of the
data, and map making.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This short course will provide wildlife managers with a working knowledge
about the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote
Sensing to the monitoring and management of wildlife and forest vegetation.
Exercises in establishing locations with a Global Positioning System (GPS),
data input into a GIS, and spatial analysis techniques for GIS will provide
hands-on and real world experience during the course. Based on examples
about habitat selection in songbirds and white-tailed deer, course
participants will learn how to:
* Collect GIS data in the field using survey techniques and GPS.
* Differentially correct GPS data.
* Input GPS data into GIS.
* Input field data into GIS.
* Use GIS for management of large data sets from multiple sources.
* Design and perform analysis using GIS data and spatial analysis
techniques.
* Integrate data with ancillary data, such as satellite imagery, aerial
photography, and State Agency databases.
TRAINING LOCATION
The course will be taught at the National Zoological Park's Conservation and
Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia. The Center is located at the
north entrance of the Shenandoah Park approximately 70 miles west of
Washington, D.C. Pick-up from Washington Dulles Airport can be arranged.
Participants will be housed at the CRC and meals provided at the CRC's
Conference Center. All computer labs will be taught at the Center's Spatial
Analysis Lab. The lab is equipped with various PC's, a GPS Base station,
two digitizers, and color plotters and printers.
Visit the web address below for more details and registration information.
The CRC will also be offering an Advanced Course in Conservation GIS and
Remote Sensing.
Information on this course is also available on the following web address:
http://www.si.edu/crc/tp/tp.htm
Contact:
Natalie Marioni
1500 Remount Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-635-6535 (GIS Lab)
540-635-6506 (FAX)
(crcgis@hotmail.com)
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 12:52:46 -0800
From: Stan Rowe <stanrowe@NETIDEA.COM>
Subject: Re. Ecologists
Hello All,
The responses to the question of "useful ecologists" touches on the subject
of "useful textbooks" raised a short time ago. E.O. Wilson encourages
ecologists to help preserve biodiversity because he's a biologist. If he
was a landscape ecologist he'd be advising more realistically, "preserve
ecosystem diversity." What's needed for the latter is not more training in
biology but more in the earth sciences: geology, geomorphology, pedology,
climatology.
Organisms are saved or slaughtered according to what humankind does to the
geographic ecosystems in which they are embedded. There's plenty of plant
and animal biologists aiming to be ecologists. There's insufficient plant
and animal earth-scientists aiming to be ecologists.
Stan
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 17:26:59 -0500
From: Whitman Miller <miller@SERC.SI.EDU>
Subject: Re: Environment and political instability
Dear Chris Norment,
While I don't know of any recent journal articles on this subject, Jared
Diamond wrote and an interesting op/ed piece in the Washington Post on
January 13, 2002 entitled "Why We Must Feed the Hands that Could Bite Us"
that explores how addressing public health, family planning, and widespread
environmental degradation might go a long way toward preventing the rise of
terrorism. The url is included below.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A34805-2002Jan12.html
Whitman Miller
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A34805-2002Jan12.html
Chris Norment wrote:
> Dear Ecolog Subscribers -
>
> Does anyone have any suggestions as to recent references that discuss
> the relationship between environmental degradation, political/social
> instability, and terrorism? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
> Chris
>
> --
> Christopher Norment, Ph.D.
> Associate Professor
> Department of Biological Sciences
> SUNY Brockport
> Brockport, NY 14420
> PHONE: (716) 395-5748
> FAX: (716) 395-2741
> e-mail: cnorment@brockport.edu
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 16:00:59 -0500
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Plant Ecologist
Company: Adkins Arboretum
Location: Ridgely, Maryland
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5181
Title: Commercial Lighting Design Specialist
Company: ICF Consulting Group, Inc.
Location: Rhode Island or Massachusetts
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5180
Title: Energy Analyst/Program Manager
Company: ICF Consulting Group, Inc.
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5179
Title: Environmental Law Clerk
Company: Land and Water Fund of the Rockies
Location: Colorado, Idaho or Utah
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5178
Title: Editorial Interns
Company: Living on Earth
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=5177
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 15:58:28 -0500
From: Kendra Cipollini <kcipollini@TNC.ORG>
Subject: Amphibian Research Technician Position Available
-----Original Message-----
From: Christopher Rowe
Sent: Mon 1/21/2002 11:14 AM
To: John B French; Bill Dunson; Christine Bridges; Don Sparling; Dr.
Michael C. Newman; Fred_Pinkney@fws.gov; Kendra Lentz; Salice,
Christopher J Mr ORISE; Stephen Rehner; Walter J Sadinski
Cc:
Subject: position available, please forward
I've attached an ad for a technician for a project I'm initiating (see
below). I'd sure appreciate it if you could forward it to potentially
interested
folks. Thanks.
chris
--
Christopher L. Rowe
Assistant Professor
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
Chesapeake Biological Laboratory
PO Box 38
Solomons, MD 20688
(410) 326-7227 Office
(410) 326-7404 Lab
(410) 326-7341 FAX
website: www.cbl.umces.edu
Research technician position available: We seek an enthusiastic and
hard-working individual for field-based studies of narrow mouth toads on
the Savannah River Site, SC. Responsibilities will include field
collections of adults, preparation and maintenance of in-field
experiments with embryos and larvae, and laboratory measurements of
physiological traits in larvae and adults. The project will require
extensive field work, usually at night and in wet conditions. We thus
seek an individual who is eager to work independently under such
circumstances. This one-year position begins in March, 2001, or when a
suitable candidate is found (prior to May, 2001). Salary is
commensurate with experience. Send duplicate resumes to: William
Hopkins, Savannah River Ecology Laboratory, Drawer E, Aiken, SC, 29802
(Hopkins@srel.edu), and Christopher Rowe, Chesapeake Biological
Laboratory, PO Box 38, Solomons, MD, 20688 (Rowe@cbl.umces.edu).
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Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 14:21:11 -0800
From: JODY HOUSER <jody.houser@WADNR.GOV>
Subject: Aquatics Asst. Region Manger Recruitment
Please pass this on to your professional networks and post on free website.
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is seeking a profession
l to manager state-owned aquatic lands within the Orca Straits District. Sal
ry range: $56,575-$64,536 annually. Application deadline: received by Feb. 6
2002. Please see this link for required application instructions and qualif
cations at http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/bulletins/current/mgmtcurrent/0102
8dnr.htm or contact Jody Houser at 360-9020-1134.
Jody Houser
Department of Natural Resources
Employee Services Division
360-902-1134
jody.houser@wadnr.gov
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