Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 24 Nov 2002 to 25 Nov 2002 (#2002-300)
There are 11 messages totalling 792 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. M.S. Assistantship
2. research assistant in plant ecology
3. Western Section of The Wildlife Society 2003 Annual Conference
4. unbalanced design in non-parametric ANOVA
5. Fw: Harvard Magazine: The Great Global Experiment
6. Fw: ebbTIDE 11.22.02 - a) climate b) forest policy
7. US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Awards
8. stats ques from B Garcia
9. Graduate studies in regional sustainability
10. Career opportunity in Norway
11. SEEDS Program Internship- Education Intern Program
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 13:59:03 -0600
From: Jim Mueller <jmueller@SULROSS.EDU>
Subject: M.S. Assistantship
Position: M.S. Assistantship
Location: West Texas
Project Description: Mammal survey of Amistad National Recreation Area
Duties: Student will be in charge of all aspects of a mammal inventory at
Amistad National Recreation Area. Specimens will be obtained through
trapping, photography, and other means. Preparation of museum vouchers will
be required.
Qualifications: B.S. in biological sciences with at least one course in
mammalogy; ability to work independently under adverse (extreme heat and
humidity) conditions; good writing skills, ability to swim, ability to
navigate small craft; prefer candidate with at least a 3.0 GPA and 1,000 GRE
(verbal + quantitative)
Benefits: Full health insurance, out-of-state tuition waiver
Salary: $10,000/year ($777.77/mo for Jan-May and Sep-Dec, $1,000/mo for
Jun-Aug)
Starting Date: 6 January 2003
To apply, send a letter of application via e-mail. Be certain to address
the listed qualifications, include the names and contact information (e-mail
addresses and phone numbers) of three references including the last two
supervisors, and attach a resume showing employment history, relevant
education, and skills.
Contact: Dr. James M. Mueller, Department of Biology, Sul Ross State
University, Alpine, TX 79832; jmueller@sulross.edu; phone 915-837-8084, fax
208-275-6991.
For information on Sul Ross State University, visit www.sulross.edu.
For information on the area, visit www.alpinetexas.com.
For information on Amistad National Recreation Area, visit
www.nps.gov/amis/home.htm
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 15:43:42 -0500
From: "Menges, Eric" <EMenges@ARCHBOLD-STATION.ORG>
Subject: research assistant in plant ecology
> POSITION AVAILABLE - TEMPORARY RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN PLANT ECOLOGY
> Archbold Biological Station, Lake Placid, Florida
> Available January 2003.
>
> 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 positio
,
> running from late January through late June 2003 (20-22 weeks).
>
> The position involves an investigation of the reproductive biology of
> several federally-listed endangered plant species (Crotalaria avonensis
> Polygala lewtonii, Prunus geniculata, Ziziphus celata and perhaps other
).
> Duties include hand pollination of flowers, repeated surveys of marked
> flowers to determine reproductive phenology, demographic data collectio
,
> data collection and entry, and lab work (perhaps including DNA
> extractions). The applicant should have a BA or BS in ecology, botany,
r
> 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 used in DNA extractio
> protocols, and a willingness to travel daily among research sites withi
a
> 50 mile long corridor. The workday occasionally exceeds 8 hours and so
e
> weekend work may be required. Applicant should be flexible, conscienti
us
> and adaptable. Knowledge of plant breeding systems, reproductive biolo
y,
> ecology and DNA extraction techniques is advantageous but not essential
>
> Benefits include room and board, a salary of $8-10 per hour (depending
on
> experience), and two paid holidays. The RA will be working with plant
> ecologists at Archbold and at Historic Bok Sanctuary and will have ampl
> opportunity to interact with other ecologists at Archbold. The Plant La
> 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,
nd
> 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 January 7, 2003. 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 encouraged. Prospective applicants will find mor
> 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
> cweekley@archbold-station.org
>
> Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications f
om
> women and minorities.
>
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 07:23:16 -1000
From: Bill Standley <standleyb@WILDLIFER.COM>
Subject: Western Section of The Wildlife Society 2003 Annual Conference
The Western Section of The Wildlife Society
2003 Annual Conference
February 27-March 1, 2003
Irvine, California
Featuring Jack Ward Thomas and John Wiens
In the plenary session, preeminent wildlife professionals from several
different settings will describe their own career opportunities and
successes, as well as their challenges; limitations; and, possibly,
failures. In so doing, they will also provide guidance on the proper
boundaries of professional conduct in their particular field. The goal of
the plenary session is to bring together biologists working within the full
spectrum of wildlife biology to identify critical recurring issues of
professional conduct and ethics and foster among them greater understanding
and respect.
SPECIAL WORKSHOPS
Reviewing the Boundaries of Professional Conduct
Scott Osborn, California Department of Fish and Game, Eureka, CA
(scotto@northcoast.com) and Lowell Diller, Simpson Resource Company, Korbel,
CA (ldiller@simpson.com)
The Wildlife Society Certification Workshop
Cynthia S. Graves, California Department of Fish and Game, Sacramento, CA
(CGraves@dfg.ca.gov)
Ecology and Management of Invasive Species
Jim Woollett, US Department of Energy, Livermore, CA (woollett1@llnl.gov)
Concurrent sessions will follow the Plenary Session and Workshops.
More details and an online registration form are available on the
"Meetings/Workshops" page of the Western Section TWS web site at
http://www.tws-west.org.
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 10:21:36 +0000
From: mark smits <lycopoda@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: unbalanced design in non-parametric ANOVA
it is not necessary to have the same number of replicates to perform an KW
test. Find some tables with values for different n-values.
See for example:
Alexander & Quade, 1968. On the kruskal-Wallis three sample H-statistic.
Inst. of Stat. Mimeo Series No. 602. Dept. of bio-statistics, Chapel Hill,
North Carolina.
Mark
>
>hello,
>
>I am investigating differences in basal area among stands of different a
e
>in
>a post-clearcut chronosequence of forests in Nova Scotia, Canada. Due to
>the
>rarity of mid-successional clearcuts on the landscape that have not been
>thinned, I have an unbalanced design with a greater number of unlogged
>"control" stands than mid-aged clearcuts (25 - 45 years). My data do no
>meet
>the assumptions required for a 1-way ANOVA and thus I plan to employ a
>non-parametric Kruskal-wallis test to test for differences in basal area
>among
>stands of different age. My question is how to deal with the unbalanced
>design. Should i throw away the extra replicates so that i have an equal
>number of stands in each age class. Are there other alternatives to deal
>with
>an unbalanced design when using a non-parametric 1-way ANOVA.
>
>thank you.
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Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 21:49:07 -0500
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Fw: Harvard Magazine: The Great Global Experiment
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ned Ford" <Ned.Ford@fuse.net>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2002 2:31 AM
Subject: Harvard Magazine: The Great Global Experiment
I have only read part of this, but it is a massive and current
description of the state of knowledge about climate change in a forum
that Congress ought to pay attention to. The first clip is my
selection, the rest is how it came to me. This could galvanize the
academic community if it gets enough attention.
- Ned
"If you took all the peat in Canada and Russia and turned it into CO2"
by burning, Wofsy says, "you would double the amount of CO2 in the
atmosphere. It took 5,000 years to make it, but it doesn't take
much to get rid of it," because it can catch fire. Intense
conflagrations burn all of the dried peat in a forest. "Usually, just a
foot or so of peat is dry enough to burn, but if all two meters dry out
as climate warming trends continue," he cautions, "the full accumulation
could be released to the atmosphere over
perhaps 50 years."
The Great Global Experiment
As climate change accelerates, how will we adapt to a changed earth?
by Jonathan Shaw
During a recent Alaska study cruise cosponsored by the Harvard Museum of
Natural History, James J. McCarthy stopped at several islands with small
native communities-Little Diomede, for example, with 150 inhabitants. At
each village, McCarthy asked the elders if climate had changed in their
lifetimes. In one village after another, he relates, "They said, 'Well,
my
grandfather said the ice used to come in November, and now it doesn't
come
until January.'" Wherever he went, the story was the same: "My
grandfather
said it used to leave in June. Now it goes out in March."
//snip//
For more go to: http://www.harvard-magazine.com/on-line/1102195.html
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Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 21:39:29 -0500
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Fw: ebbTIDE 11.22.02 - a) climate b) forest policy
----- Original Message -----
From: <editor@tidepool.org>
[CLIMATE]
MORE WARMING, LESS WATER
According to a new study sponsored by the US Department of Energy,
snowpack in the Cascade mountains will drop by more than half by 2050
thanks to global warming.
That's bad news for more than just the ski resorts. Snowpack is how much
of the West gets its water and power. The loss of water will also hit
salmon hard, particularly given how the Bonneville Power Administration
gives fish the short end of the stick when electricity prices increase.
The study -- to be published in an upcoming edition of the journal
Climate Change, anticipates major impacts for the Columbia Basin over
the next half-century. The scientists that conducted the study say they
used one of the most conservative computer models -- thus the results
could be worse than predicted.
"You'd like there to be some good news in there somewhere, but
unfortunately there is not," Scripps Institution of Oceanography
research marine physicist Tim Barnett told AP. "You can have hydropower
or you can have salmon, but you probably can't have both," Barnett told
the Tacoma News Tribune.
|>| SOURCE US Department of Energy Office of Science
http://www.er.doe.gov/
|>| BEST READS
Oregonian: Warming study forecasts skimpy Cascades snowpack
http://www.oregonlive.com/news/oregonian/index.ssf?/xml/story.ssf/html_s
tandard.xsl?/base/front_page/10378837754150.xml
Seattle P-I Study: Warming Will Deplete Water
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/national/apscience_story.asp?category=1501
&slug=Warming%20and%20the%20West
Seattle P-I: Experts Debate Global Warming
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/national/apscience_story.asp?category=1501
&slug=Global%20Warming
Tacoma News Tribune: Global warming to hit rivers hard, analysis finds
http://www.tribnet.com/news/story/2182530p-2260189c.html
|>| READ ALL THIS WEEK'S CLIMATE CHANGE NEWS
http://www.tidepool.org/subjects/id.artshow.cfm?category=climate
|>| READ ALL THIS WEEK'S WATER NEWS
http://www.tidepool.org/subjects/id.artshow.cfm?category=water
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[FOREST]
WILDFIRES, THINNING, SURVEYS, SWAPS
Three newspapers, three good in-depth reports on three different forest
policy issues this week.
The Tacoma News Tribune went out into the Gifford Pinchot National
Forest with biologists conducting species surveys. The species
surveys -- required under the Northwest Forest Plan all but ended most
timber sales in the 1.4 million acre forest in Southwest Washington. But
now the White House has unveiled a plan to scrap the requirement for
species surveys in an effort to increase timber production.
The TNT's Susan Gordon looked at the impacts of Survey and Manage, its
affect on timber towns that once depended on National Forest logging, as
well as the possible implications of removing the Survey and Manage
requirement.
The Eugene Register Guard: Took a closer look at the controversy
surrounding so called "replacement volume" timber sales on federal lands
in Oregon. Timber sales in the Willamette, Umpqua and Rouge River
national forests were offered up in exchange for timber sales canceled
in the Coast Range to protect the endangered marbled murrelet.
Environmentalists argue that the Forest Service offered up old growth
forest in exchange for younger sales canceled in the Siuslaw National
Forest. Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Peter DeFazio side with forest
activists and conservation groups in opposing the sales -- slated to be
cut in 2003.
The Oregon Natural Resource Council and others want the Forest Service
to focus timber sales on cutting crowded second growth plantations
rather than valuable old growth habitat. Indeed thinning crowded second
growth stands is not only less controversial, but is also good for the
health and habitat development of the forest. Forest thinning is also a
way to reduce wildfire risk.
The Roseburg News Review: Speaking of forest thinning. Southwest Oregon
was home to the largest forest fires in state history last summer.
Indeed, President Bush chose this location to announce his new Healthy
Forest Initiative of subsidizing fire prevention projects with increased
timber sales. This week the News Review ran a series examining the
history and future of federal wildfire policy as well as the competing
constituencies that underfunded federal land managers have to cater to
in balancing forest ecology, fire management and timber harvests.
|>| BEST READS
Tacoma News Tribune: In the Gifford Pinchot: Ecosystem comes first
http://www.tribnet.com/news/local/story/2151751p-2237637c.html
Eugene Register Guard: Replacement sales include too much old growth,
critics say
http://www.registerguard.com/news/2002/11/16/1a.replacementtrees.1116.ht
ml
News-Review: Thinning our Forests: A News-Review Special Series
http://www.oregonnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?Site=NR&Date=20021117&Ca
tegory=NEWS&ArtNo=111170004&Ref=AR
|>| READ ALL THIS WEEK'S FOREST NEWS
http://www.tidepool.org/subjects/id.artshow.cfm?category=forest
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 09:10:26 -0500
From: "Dr. Sam Riffell" <riffells@MSU.EDU>
Subject: US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Awards
U.S. - IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Award
for the 18th Annual Symposium of Landscape Ecology
Banff, Alberta, Canada
2 - 6 April 2003
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 and to
foster international exchange about advances in landscape ecology.
THE AWARD
We anticipate awarding multiple Foreign Scholar Travel Awards (FSTA).
Recipients will receive US$1,000 at the Annual Meeting. 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 citizens or current residents of the United
States or Canada. Foreign students studying in the United States or
Canada are ineligible to apply.
2. Applications from citizens of G7 countries (France, US, Britain,
Germany, Japan, Italy) will not be accepted.
3. Previous recipients of US-IALE Foreign Scholar Travel Awards are
ineligible.
4. Applicants must simultaneously submit a abstract for a paper or
poster presentation at the 2003 conference. You must submit your
abstract to the conference organizers by 6 December 2002. Eligibility
for the FSTA is contingent upon acceptance by the conference program
committee.
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. Applicants currently studying or residing in G7 countries
must demonstrate the extent to which they have pursued travel funding
from their host institution.
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 may favor applicants in earlier stages of career
development and applicants who have not previously studied in the US or
Canada.
4. Geographical representation. Selection may 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. 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. The abstract should also be independently submitted to the
conference organizers.
4. A summary of your research (750 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 professionally 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).
DEADLINES
Submit your abstract to the conference organizers by 6 December 2002 at
the conference website.
Submit your FSTA application materials to the address below by 6
December 2002.
Submit FSTA application materials by email to: riffells@msu.edu, or by
post (please include disk copy) to Sam Riffell, Department of Zoology,
203 Natural Science Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing,
MI 48824
Acceptable formats include Microsoft Word, Wordperfect, Rich Text Format
and pdf.
Awards will be announced on or before 1 March, 2003.
MORE INFORMATION
U.S. IALE: www.usiale.org
Foreign Scholar Travel Award: www.msu.edu/~riffells/fsta2003.htm
2003 Annual Conference: www.zoo.utoronto.ca/US-IALE_2003/
Other questions -- email us at riffells@msu.edu
U.S. IALE FOREIGN SCHOLAR 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: Eric Gustafson (USDA Forest Service),
Mary Santelmann (Oregon State University).
--
Sam Riffell, Ph. D
Visiting Assistant Professor
Department of Zoology
203 Natural Science Building
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan 48824
Homepage: http://www.msu.edu/~riffells/
Email: riffells@msu.edu
Phone: 517-353-9283
FAX: 517-432-2789
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 10:06:26 -0800
From: Jay Bancroft <jsbancroft@PW.ARS.USDA.GOV>
Subject: Re: stats ques from B Garcia
You seem to have daily distributions. Unless you have many reps of the 2
larvae treatments you will have little power based on height. I have to
ask if you think this behavior might be adaptive for temperature,
predation, or foraging and if you might use some more direct test. The
reviewer in me says you will have little room for
discussion/extrapolation. You may find they behave unexpectedly based on
a logical idea about natural history. Anyway, the distribution of low
denisty (2 indiv) makes distribution comparison tough. You might do the
repeated measure comparison on means, but at best, your 2nd order metric
might be total distance between larvae.
Good luck,
Jay
Jay Bancroft http://jsb95003.tripod.com/
"Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2002 11:42:00 -0800
From: Bibiana Garcia <bibianica@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: Statistics question
I reared larvae in low density (2 individuals) and high density (20
individuals) conditions from the second instar until pupation (about 40
days). I reared the larvae on artificial trees ( each tree was either
low-density or high-density), with food at the top and shelter
structures at the bottom. Each day, I recorded the position of the
larvae on the trees at night and during the day. Obviously, the
measurements were made on the same individuals each time (but I did not
mark the larvae, so I did not know which were which--I only knew if they
belonged to a low- or high-density tree). Also, through the course of
the experiment I lost several individuals due to mortality.
I am interested in knowing if the position of larvae on the tree at
night and during the day is different between high- and low-density
groups. I also want to know if stage of development (instar, which I
also recorded) has anything to do with position on the tree, either at
night or during the day."
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 10:14:07 -0900
From: "C.D. Shock" <fncds1@UAF.EDU>
Subject: Graduate studies in regional sustainability
The Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) Program
at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
http://www.regional-resilience.uaf.edu
Target date for applications February 1, 2003
Applications will continue to be considered after that date
The University of Alaska Fairbanks offers a graduate training program in
Regional Resilience and Adaptation (RR&A) to train scholars, policy-makers,
and managers to address issues of regional sustainability in an integrated
fashion. This program prepares students to address a major challenge facing
humanity: To sustain the desirable features of Earth's ecosystems and
society at a time of rapid changes in all of the major forces that shape
their structure and functioning. The program provides training at the PhD
and Masters level. It integrates the tools and approaches of ecology,
economics, anthropology, climate dynamics, philosophy, and community and
regional development in a systems framework to understand the functioning of
regional systems. Our underlying assumptions are: The major problems facing
the world must be addressed at the regional scale, and no solution is
tenable unless it is ecologically, economically, and culturally sustainable.
The program emphasizes high-latitude ecosystems, where current management
issues require an application of the integrated understanding of these
disciplines. This approach is, however, equally applicable to all developing
and developed nations, and we welcome students who seek to apply this
training to any region of the globe.
The RR&A program provides training at the PhD and Masters levels. Our goal
is to educate a new generation of scholars, policy makers, and managers to
integrate the perspectives of natural and social sciences in addressing both
the basic understanding of regional systems and the application of this
understanding to management issues. The program provides training to
graduate students from the University of Alaska and to graduate students at
other universities who wish to enroll for one year of intensive course work
in Regional Resilience and Adaptation at the University of Alaska. We
provide course work and a seminar program that integrates ecology,
economics, political science, and anthropology in a systems-modeling
framework. We also provide faculty mentorship and internships in areas
outside each student's parent discipline. The RR&A program is associated
with numerous research programs at the University of Alaska and in state and
federal agencies. These research programs provide interdisciplinary research
opportunities for RR&A students. The program emphasizes cross-cultural
communication through heavy involvement with the Alaskan Native American
community and with managers, businesses, and conservation groups.
We offer NSF-funded fellowships to PhD candidates entering the program.
Additional funding is available to both PhD and Masters students through
participating departments. A detailed description of the program and
application forms are available at or by contacting F. Stuart Chapin, III
(terry.chapin@uaf.edu) at the Institute of Arctic Biology, University of
Alaska, Fairbanks, AK 99775. February 1 is the target date for reviewing
applications to the RR&A program, although applications received after that
date will also receive consideration.
We strongly encourage applications from ethnic minorities and other
under-represented groups.
Terry Chapin
Institute of Arctic Biology
University of Alaska
Fairbanks, AK 99775
Tel. 907-474-7922; home 907-455-6408
Fax 907-474-6967; home fax 907-455-6409
email: terry.chapin@uaf.edu
http://www.faculty.uaf.edu/fffsc/
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 06:38:56 -0500
From: Sigrid Brynestad <Sigrid.Brynestad@DNV.COM>
Subject: Career opportunity in Norway
Career opportunities for scientists with experience related to risk
analysis of biological systems
Det Norske Veritas, based in Høvik, Norway.
Application deadline 9. December 2002
DNV is an independent foundation that is a leading international provider
of services for managing risk and with an objective of safeguarding life,
property and the environment. DNV is confident that these issues will
become increasingly prominent within the biotechnology sector and has
therefore established a biotechnology research program to explore what
role DNV can play in this field.
The Biotechnology program in DNV Strategic Research is committed to
developing a systematic approach to risk analysis and risk management for
the biotechnology sector. Currently we are focused on environmental risks
posed by genetically modified organisms and the biological risks related
to food. We are in the process of recruiting enthusiastic scientists or
engineers who have the ability to develop models that can be applied to
quantitative risk analysis. You should be a self-motivated team player and
have a proven track record in modelling, environmental risk analysis or
food production/processing. A university degree is required. A good
working knowledge of English is essential.
Environmental risks of GMOs
Systematic ecological modelling is one of the approaches DNV biotechnology
is employing to develop biotechnology risk management methodologies. The
aim of the current project is to identify and model scientific parameters
that are relevant to the environmental risks posed by GM plants. The
ultimate goal is to provide models that incorporate quantifiable
information that can be used for the risk analysis of GMOs, and thereby
provide tools for more certain decision making.
The ideal candidate has experience with modelling of environmental
systems, and an interest in the challenges presented by genetically
modified organisms.
Contact person: Stephen McAdam (+47 67 57 94 02) or stephen.mcadam@dnv.com
Food Risk
Securing food safety through the ^Ófarm-to-fork approach^Ô is a major
priority in Europe and in Norway, evident through the establishment of The
European Food Safety Agency and the equivalent organisation in Norway
(^ÓMattilsynet^Ô). The planned risk-based food safety regulation will be a
challenge as there are no standardised risk assessment methods for
evaluating food safety processes. The biotech group^Òs goal is to develop
risk assessment tools that will assist decision-makers in determining the
best way to ensure food safety.
The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of industrial food production
and knowledge of the risks involved and/or strong biological risk
modelling skills. It is an advantage if you have an established European
network and have an understanding of EU regulations and legislations.
Contact person: Sigrid Brynestad (+47 67 57 91 92) or
sigrid.brynestad@dnv.com
Contact regarding both positions and DNV: Pål Bergan (+47 67 57 75 55) or
paal.bergan @dnv.com
Send written applications to:
Det Norske Veritas
at. AN Personal att. Biotech
Veritasvein 1
1322 Høvik
Norway
e-mail applications to: an.humanresources@dnv.com
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 12:08:57 -0500
From: Zycherman <Dara@ESA.ORG>
Subject: SEEDS Program Internship- Education Intern Program
The Ecological Society of America's Education Intern Program
The Education Department of the Ecological Society of America (ESA),
North America's leading professional society of ecologists, offers the
SEEDS Program Internship.
Position Descriptions and Responsibilities
The SEEDS Program Intern will work with a variety of aspects of the
Strategies for Ecology Education, Development and Sustainability (SEEDS)
Program which serves to increase the number of underrepresented
minorities in the field of ecology. Responsibilities may include
assisting with the development of a network of ecology chapters at
minority-serving institutions, identifying summer research experiences
to link minority institutions with research ecologists, preparing Annual
Meeting travel awards, fieldtrip planning, disseminating information to
potential SEEDS participants, and helping to maintain the SEEDS website.
Activities will depend upon the ability and interest of each intern and
the need of ESA.
Schedule and Commitment
For a three month commitment, ESA will offer a $2,000 stipend.
Starting and ending dates are flexible. Please indicate your
availability when applying.
Both internships are offered three times a year according to the
schedule below.
Internship Dates (Approximate) Application Deadline
Fall September 1 - December 1 August 15
Spring February 1 - May 1 January
15
Summer June 1 - September 1 May 15
Qualifications
College undergraduates and recent college graduates are welcome to
apply. Interests and background may include: ecology, biology,
education, and minority programs (SEEDS Program). The internships
require a high degree of motivation, initiative, maturity, and
responsibility. Experience in web design and the ability to
conceptually organize information, text and graphics a plus.
College Credit
The Ecological Society of America will cooperate with
universities/colleges that offer credit for intern programs. However, it
is the student's responsibility to make all the arrangements for
receiving academic credit.
How To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional/academic
references. Only candidates selected for an interview will be
contacted. Finalists will be interviewed in person or by phone.
Please send completed applications to:
Internship Coordinator
Education Office
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1400 Spring Street, Suite 330
Silver Spring , MD 20910-2749
fax 301-588-4693
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*If sending via email, please write "General Education Internship
Application" or "SEEDS Program Internship Application" in the subject
box of the message.
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 25 Nov 2002 to 26 Nov 2002 (#2002-301)
There are 13 messages totalling 593 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. riparian vs. upland diversity
2. Postdoctoral Position - Limnology/Aquatic Ecology (2)
3. Postdoctoral Positions - Aquatic/Community Ecology
4. gw: Crops suffer as climate changes
5. Field Tech position available
6. large wood in stream restoration
7. faculty position - molecular ecologist
8. Toxicological and mark-recapture data wanted
9. Assistant Professor of Wildlife Biology position
10. Cytocrome P450 basal activity
11. graduate assistantship amphibians
12. Diversity Along River Lengths
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 19:13:32 -0700
From: Mark Dixon <Mark.Dixon@ASU.EDU>
Subject: riparian vs. upland diversity
Dear ECOLOGGERS:
As part of a seminar in riparian ecology, we are looking for papers that
compare species diversity and/or richness in riparian areas vs. non-riparian
areas. The goal of our survey is to determine how much evidence there is fo
the conventional wisdom that riparian areas are more diverse. We are lookin
for information on all faunal groups (including birds, mammals, herps,
insects, microbes, etc.) and plants. I am particularly interested in
studies or data that can be used to address this question for vascular
plants.
Any ideas? We have found a few plant papers that look pretty good, includin
some of Stohlgren's work and a new paper by Suzuki in Forest Ecology and
Management. Otherwise, direct comparisons seem a little hard to come
by. Studies on birds seem to be more plentiful.
Any suggestions would be most appreciated.
Regards,
Mark Dixon
Department of Plant Biology
Arizona State University
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 23:09:50 -0500
From: Jan Ciborowski <cibor@SERVER.UWINDSOR.CA>
Subject: Postdoctoral Position - Limnology/Aquatic Ecology
Postdoctoral Position in Limnology/Aquatic Ecology
TROPHIC STATUS OF LAKE ERIE
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
A postdoctoral position is available for a limnologist/aquatic ecologist to
participate in a collaborative, multiuniversity project. The successful
candidate will coordinate, synthesize and interpret data from a
multi-investigator study investigating factors affecting energy flow and
nutrient dynamics at the base of the Lake Erie food web, with special
reference to recent changes observed in Lake Erie's phosphorus, chlorophyll
and oxygen budgets.
Responsibilities: The postdoctoral fellow with work with the team of
principal investigators to assess and integrate the database generated by
field work conducted during the 2002 sampling season. Projects conducted by
23 investigators are evaluating 6 groups of hypotheses relating to purported
changes in the Lake Erie ecosystem over the last 5 years.
Qualifications: Doctorate degree in limnology, aquatic ecology or a related
environmental field with strong integrative and/or quantitative skills.
Strong and effective speaking and writing abilities. Interests in
quantitative ecological approaches to testing hypotheses, modelling, and/or
experience with data base management are especially desirable.
Location: Position will be based at the University of Windsor, Ontario.
Possibility of summer field work conducted from research vessels or small
boats on Lake Erie.
Term: One year, with potential for renewal, beginning as soon as January 200
.
Salary: Currently $32,000/yr.
Contact: Send a statement of research interests, current curriculum vitae
documenting appropriate knowledge, skills, and experience, and the names,
telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 referees to:
Dr. Jan J.H. Ciborowski
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor Ontario, Canada
N9B 3P4
cibor@uwindsor.ca
Closing date: Until filled. Review of applications will begin 15 December 20
2.
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 23:10:06 -0500
From: Jan Ciborowski <cibor@SERVER.UWINDSOR.CA>
Subject: Postdoctoral Positions - Aquatic/Community Ecology
Postdoctoral Positions in Aquatic/Community Ecology
MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHES AS ENVIRONMENTAL INDICATORS
AT GREAT LAKES COASTAL MARGINS
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
One or two postdoctoral positions are available for field-oriented
population or community ecologists to participate in a collaborative 4-year
project. The goal of the Great Lakes Environmental Indicators (GLEI) study
is to evaluate and integrate indicators across multiple spatial scales.
Complete project information is available at http://glei.nrri.umn.edu. We
are using a multi-tiered sampling and modeling strategy, integrating data
collected at regional scales via satellite imagery, local scales via aerial
photographs, and site scales via field sampling to identify indicators at
each scale that reflect critical ecosystem process or state variables.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate with work with the team of
principal investigators to
compile existing data sets, coordinate and integrate new data, and develop
indicators of
environmental conditions applicable across the Great Lakes basin. In
summer, responsibilities will include coordinating and leading field teams
on extended (10-d) sampling trips.
Qualifications: Doctorate degree with specialization in aquatic ecology,
limnology, fisheries research, and/or invertebrate biology/aquatic
entomology, or a related field. Interests in quantitative ecological
approaches to testing hypotheses, and/or experience with data base
management are especially desirable. Strong field skills, an ability to work
well in a cooperative environment, and familiarity with operating powered
boats on open water are essential. Excellent written and spoken (English)
communication skills are also essential. Candidates must be willing and able
to travel in the US for up to two weeks at a time.
Location: Position will be based at the University of Windsor, Ontario.
Summer field work will entail synoptic surveys of multiple shoreline and
nearshore reaches across the US Great Lakes.
Term: One year minimum, renewable, beginning as soon as January 2003.
Salary: Currently $32,000/yr.
Contact: Send a statement of research interests, current curriculum vitae
documenting appropriate knowledge, skills, and experience, and the names,
telephone numbers, and
e-mail addresses of 3 references who can substantiate experience and skills,
to:
Dr. Jan J.H. Ciborowski
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor Ontario, Canada
N9B 3P4
cibor@uwindsor.ca
Closing date: Until filled. Review of applications will begin 15 December 2
02.
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Jan J.H. Ciborowski Tel.: (519) 253-3000 ext. 2725
Dept. of Biological Sciences Fax: (519) 971-3609
University of Windsor e-mail: cibor@uwindsor.ca
Windsor, ON, CANADA, N9B 3P4
CoDirector, Lake Erie Millennium Plan
Visit the web page at http://www.uwindsor.ca/erie2001
Biological Sciences web page: http://www.cs.uwindsor.ca/units/bio/index.htm
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 08:06:58 -0500
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: gw: Crops suffer as climate changes
Crops suffer as climate changes
Total annual precipitation and extreme precipitation events, like
blizzards and tropical storms, are steadily on the increase. As the
climate changes, precipitation will increase even more. Over the next 30
years crop damage could double in the nation's Corn Belt, adding an
additional $3 billion a year to the cost of agriculture.
The team who made the finding includes researchers from NASA's
Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS), the GISS office at Columbia
University, the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National
Laboratory, and the nonprofit organization Environmental Defense. The
researchers modified a widely used crop model called CERES-Maize to
simulate crop yields under projected future climate conditions of higher
precipitation. They have recently published their findings in the
journal Global Environmental Change.
http://enews.lbl.gov/Science-Articles/Archive/EETD-climate-change.html
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 21:13:03 -0500
From: Zach Felix <zachfelix@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Field Tech position available
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 20:24:59 -0700
From: slnvp <slnvp@CC.USU.EDU>
Subject: large wood in stream restoration
We are continuing to look for information about the use of large wood in
stream restoration in Northeastern North America, especially the mixed
deciduous-coniferous forests of the Great Lakes region. This is part of a
doctoral research project evaluating landscape-scale geomorphic controls on
large wood in streams, and the incorporation of large-scale considerations i
stream restoration planning and implementation.
If you have information on the following questions your input would be
appreciated:
1.) To what extent is large wood used to mimic naturally occurring jams in
restoration of Northeastern North American streams? How are decisions made
about the type of wood to use (size, species, and shape) and where to place
it?
2.) How helpful do you consider scientific literature to be for stream
restoration decisions involving large wood? To what extent do you think
scientific literature is consulted during planning for large wood restoratio
to streams?
Thank you,
Arthur Morris
MORRIS.591@osu.edu
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 08:26:52 -0500
From: Jill Leonard <jileonar@NMU.EDU>
Subject: faculty position - molecular ecologist
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Biology Faculty Position
Northern Michigan University invites applications to fill a faculty position
at the level of Assistant Professor in Biology beginning August 2003. The p
sition requires a Ph.D. and is tenure-earning. Preference will be given to i
dividuals with demonstrated teaching experience. Successful applicants will
be expected to establish an active research program involving undergraduate
nd graduate students.
Molecular Ecologist
Ecologist with expertise in population genetics and molecular biology whose
esearch will focus on local species. Teaching responsibilities include intr
ductory cell/molecular biology, conservation biology, ecology and introducto
y biology. Other teaching duties may include evolution, population genetics
and courses in area of specialization.
Application review begins February 3, 2003 and continues until the position
s filled. Send curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research philoso
hy, and names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three ref
rences to: Chair, Molecular Ecologist Search Committee, Department of Biolog
, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855-5341; (906)227-2310 (voice);
email biology@nmu.edu; http://www.nmu.edu/biology.
NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPL
YER AND IS STRONGLY COMMITTED TO INCREASING THE DIVERSITY OF ITS FACULTY
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Dr. Jill B.K. Leonard
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Ave.
Marquette, MI 49855 USA
jileonar@nmu.edu
phone 906-227-1619
fax 906-227-1063
http://www.nmu.edu/biology/Jill/jill_leonard.htm
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 12:13:25 -0500
From: Masami Fujiwara <fujiwara@LIFESCI.UCSB.EDU>
Subject: Toxicological and mark-recapture data wanted
I am writing a couple of methodology/modelling papers to be submitted to
journals. In the papers, I would like to include some additional examples
(i.e. more data). I am wondering if any of you are aware of the data of the
following types:
1) Individual mark-recapture data with weight/length of individuals
recorded at each captured occasion.
2) Individual mark-recapture data with location of individuals recorded
at each captured occasion.
3) Data from toxicological dose-response experimental studies in which
measurements on (a) respiration, (b) reproductive output, (c) survival, and
(d) individual growth (or at least any three of the four) are taken.
Please send any responses to this message directly to me
"fujiwara@lifesci.ucsb.edu". If you have any of the above data, please
contact me. We can discuss more details. If you know where I may be able
to obtain such data, please also let me know.
Thank you
Masami Fujiwara
fujiwara@lifesci.ucsb.edu
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Masami Fujiwara
Dept. of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93117
http://www.fujiwara.us
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 10:39:54 -0600
From: Walter Dodds <wkdodds@KSU.EDU>
Subject: Assistant Professor of Wildlife Biology position
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
WILDLIFE BIOLOGY
The Division of Biology at Kansas State University invites
applications for a tenure-track, nine-month position at the
Assistant Professor level, beginning in the 2003/2004
academic year. We seek individuals who will establish a
strong, extramurally funded research program in wildlife
biology. The area of research expertise is broadly defined
under terrestrial vertebrate ecology or management that will
compliment current research strengths in the Division. A
Ph.D. or equivalent is required, and postdoctoral training and
teaching experience are desirable. The position includes a
competitive salary and start-up package.
The appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate
and graduate teaching, with particular emphasis on our
undergraduate wildlife and fisheries curriculum. Examples of
courses that may be taught include: Wildlife Conservation
and Wildlife Management Techniques.
A strong group of highly collaborative faculty members with
research interests related to wildlife biology are active within
the Division. Relevant researchers have active programs in
vertebrate ecology, conservation and population biology,
community ecology and ecosystem ecology; for more
information on faculty research interests see
http://www.ksu.edu/biology. The Division of Biology is a
large and diverse unit with an excellent record of research
productivity and funding. In the past year, Division faculty
members attracted over $6 million in extramural research
support. Relevant faculty members are also found in the
Kansas Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit within
the Division and other administrative entities on campus.
Kansas State University (http://www.ksu.edu) is located in
the city of Manhattan (http://www.core.manhattan.ks.us), a
pleasant community of about 50,000 individuals in the Flint
Hills of north central Kansas, 2 hours from Kansas City. The
Konza Prairie Biological Station
(http://www.konza.ksu.edu) is a tallgrass prairie reserve that
is the site of an NSF-funded long-term ecological research
program. Konza is 6 miles from the University and provides
numerous opportunities for ecologically-oriented research
activities.
Applicants should submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae,
brief statement of research and teaching experience and goals,
representative research publications, and have three letters of
reference sent to:
Chair; Wildlife Search Committee; Division of Biology;
Kansas State University; 323 Ackert Hall; Manhattan, KS
66506-4901. Review of applications will begin on 3 February
2003 and will continue until the position is filled. KSU is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and
encourages diversity among its employees.
\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/
Walter Dodds
Division of Biology
Kansas State University
232 Ackert Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506
USA
wkdodds@ksu.edu
phone (785) 532-6998 fax (785) 532-6653
http://www.ksu.edu/doddslab/
Learn more about the Kansas State University
Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometry Laboratory
by visiting our webpage at:
http://www.ksu.edu/simsl
/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 16:09:34 +0100
From: Francesco Ricciardi <fricc@LIBERO.IT>
Subject: Cytocrome P450 basal activity
(SORRY FOR CROSS-POSTINGS)
Dear subscribers,
I'm looking for some references or advices, because I'm trying to evaluate
the basal activity of cytocrome P450 in freshwater molluscs in a biomarker
study for a biomonitoring program of organochlorine pollution in some
italian freshwater ecosystems. I have some difficulties in finding a "blank"
site, so at the moment I'm using some animals mantained in aquaria for about
1 month, but I'm not sure that the basal activity I found is the same I can
find in the wild.
Any advice will be very appreciated!
Thanks
Francesco
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 15:28:47 -0500
From: Jan Ciborowski <cibor@SERVER.UWINDSOR.CA>
Subject: Postdoctoral Position - Limnology/Aquatic Ecology
Postdoctoral Position in Limnology/Aquatic Ecology
TROPHIC STATUS OF LAKE ERIE
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
A postdoctoral position is available for a limnologist/aquatic ecologist to
participate in a collaborative, multiuniversity project. The successful
candidate will coordinate, synthesize and interpret data from a
multi-investigator study investigating factors affecting energy flow and
nutrient dynamics at the base of the Lake Erie food web, with special
reference to recent changes observed in Lake Erie's phosphorus, chlorophyll
and oxygen budgets.
Responsibilities: The postdoctoral fellow with work with the team of
principal investigators to assess and integrate the database generated by
field work conducted during the 2002 sampling season. Projects conducted by
23 investigators are evaluating 6 groups of hypotheses relating to purported
changes in the Lake Erie ecosystem over the last 5 years.
Qualifications: Doctorate degree in limnology, aquatic ecology or a related
environmental field with strong integrative and/or quantitative skills.
Strong and effective speaking and writing abilities. Interests in
quantitative ecological approaches to testing hypotheses, modelling, and/or
experience with data base management are especially desirable.
Location: Position will be based at the University of Windsor, Ontario.
Possibility of summer field work conducted from research vessels or small
boats on Lake Erie.
Term: One year, with potential for renewal, beginning as soon as January 200
.
Salary: Currently $32,000/yr.
Contact: Send a statement of research interests, current curriculum vitae
documenting appropriate knowledge, skills, and experience, and the names,
telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 referees to:
Dr. Jan J.H. Ciborowski
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor Ontario, Canada
N9B 3P4
cibor@uwindsor.ca
Closing date: Until filled. Review of applications will begin 15 December 20
2.
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Jan J.H. Ciborowski Tel.: (519) 253-3000 ext. 2725
Dept. of Biological Sciences Fax: (519) 971-3609
University of Windsor e-mail: cibor@uwindsor.ca
Windsor, ON, CANADA, N9B 3P4
CoDirector, Lake Erie Millennium Plan
Visit the web page at http://www.uwindsor.ca/erie2001
Biological Sciences web page: http://www.cs.uwindsor.ca/units/bio/index.htm
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 15:05:42 -0500
From: Carola Haas <cahaas@VT.EDU>
Subject: graduate assistantship amphibians
SHORT NOTICE! M.S. level graduate assistantship to work on amphibians in an
industrial forest landscape will be available starting Jan 2003.
Prospective students should submit applications by 11 December 2002
and be available to move to Blacksburg, Virginia, in order to start
classes on 13 January 2002. Field work will be on a private research
forest in central West Virginia as part of a larger study on the
effects of harvest intensity on wildlife populations. The student
would be responsible for collecting data on relative abundance of
amphibians across an 11,000 acre area of managed forest. In addition,
the student will conduct a focused mark-recapture study of
terrestrial salamanders to obtain estimates of population density and
immigration on several small plots. Skills navigating across
mountainous terrain as well as training and supervising a field crew
are essential. Position requires field work on rainy nights as well
as during the day. Student would be supported on a research
assistantship one year and a teaching assistantship (9 months) for
the second year. Stipend is approximately $15,000/year and includes
tuition but not fees.
Online graduate applications are available at
http://www.grads.vt.edu/homeapply.html. Information about our
department is available at
http://www.cnr.vt.edu/fisheries/wwwmain.html .
Supervisors would be Drs. Marcella Kelly and Carola Haas, Department
of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, Mail Code 0321, Virginia Tech,
Blacksburg, VA 24061. For further information contact Carola Haas
at cahaas@vt.edu, 540-231-9269.
--
Carola A. Haas
Associate Professor, Wildlife Ecology
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
MC 0321
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061
540-231-9269 direct phone
540-231-7580 fax
cahaas@vt.edu
http://www.cnr.vt.edu/fisheries/wwwmain.html
--
Carola A. Haas
Associate Professor, Wildlife Ecology
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
MC 0321
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061
540-231-9269 direct phone
540-231-7580 fax
cahaas@vt.edu
http://www.cnr.vt.edu/fisheries/wwwmain.html
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 18:03:29 -0500
From: Robert Dunn <termiteland@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Diversity Along River Lengths
Hello,
As part of a study analyzing the mechanisms governing patterns of species
diversity along rivers, we are looking for papers that examine the richness
of a variety of taxa along entire river lengths. We have been able to find
many studies for riparian plants, but relatively few for other taxa. We are
particularly interested in looking at aquatic invertebrates, but need data
for
entire river lengths (most of the studies we have found to date focus only
on parts of rivers). We are interested to know of any studies of
aquatic invertebrates, particularly insects, along entire river lengths
anywhere in
the world. We would also be interested in studies of fish, algae, or aquatic
plants, whether they be papers, reports or research in progress.
We appreciate any and all suggestions. We are also conducting extensive
literature searches, but since this project spans several different fields
we
are likely to miss things.
Best Wishes,
Robert Dunn
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Connecticut, Storrs
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 26 Nov 2002 to 27 Nov 2002 (#2002-302)
There are 13 messages totalling 682 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Job: Land Trust Exec Director
2. Kleinhans Fellowship, Rainforest Alliance
3. wiregrass PCR
4. Position available - Range & Wildlife Management Specialist
5. Web site about Cladocera
6. Biological Soil Crusts
7. Predicting Invasions of Nonindigenous Plants and Plant Pests
8. PhD assistantship
9. job posting for Ecolog-L
10. Job: new ending date for post-doc, ecosystems/fire ecologist
11. fellowships available
12. Field Assistants needed (Feb 2003)
13. Fwd: Faculty position: Plant Physiologist
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 22:22:34 -0800
From: Julian Meisler <jmeisler@PON.NET>
Subject: Job: Land Trust Exec Director
Please respond to Larry Coons, Interim Executive Director.
lcoons@solanolandtrust.org
Solano Land Trust invites your application for an opening in the position of
Executive Director.
Position Description
The ideal candidate would have all these attributes -- the finalist will be
selected by the Board on the basis of the best match of skills available
from the candidates to meet the facilitator, collaborator and
consensus-builder needs of the organization.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Coordinate Land Trust fund-raising activities. Identify and solicit
major donations and grants from individuals, businesses, foundations and
governmental agencies.
2. Coordinate financial management responsibilities of the organization,
write grant applications and administer grant contracts.
3. Develop annual budgets and financial projections and assist Board in
development of long range strategic plans, policies and priorities.
4. Supervise all Land Trust personnel and volunteers.
5. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with landowners,
farming organizations, state and local officials, regulatory agencies and
land preservation and environmental organizations.
6. Develop and disseminate public information, including newsletters,
brochures, video, slide or other graphic formats concerning Land Trust
activities.
7. Initiate and maintain contact with property owners to explain program of
Land Trust and land preservation options.
8. Negotiate both agricultural and conservation easements, land gifts,
bequests, options to buy, purchase and sales of property to the Land Trust,
taking into account appropriate financing, taxation, legal and governmental
considerations.
9. Coordinate Board meetings, keep Board members informed of Land Trust
activities, and implement Board direction and policies.
10. Coordinate open space planning with other local and regional agencies
and units of government.
11. Administer lands and assets held by the Land Trust in accordance with
Board direction and policies.
Experience and Personal Requirements
A. Candidates must be committed to natural resource protection and other
open space concepts and purposes of the Land Trust, be self-directed and
have personal qualities to meet with, gain the trust of, and work
effectively with a wide variety of people including a diverse Board of
Directors, prospective donors, governments officials, corporate managers,
real estate developers, a variety of landowners, and the general public.
B. Candidates must have a high level of skill and experience in fund
development and fund raising, preferably with a successful non-profit
organization. Knowledge of personal financial planning and of tax aspects
of charitable giving is desirable.
C. Candidates should have experience in nonprofit administration, budgeting,
accounting and bookkeeping.
D. Candidates should have skill in organizational development as well as]
board and advisory committee recruitment and development.
E. Candidates should have experience in writing, public speaking, and a
working knowledge of real estate acquisitions and conservation easements.
F. College education is required. Graduate or professional level of
education in natural resource management, agriculture, politics, planning,
real estate, law or business is desirable.
G. Candidates must be available in the evenings and weekends for meetings
and conferences, must have a dependable vehicle, and be willing to attend
regional and out of state conferences.
H. Experience with personal participation in community organizations is
desirable.
Background of the Solano Land Trust
Solano Land Trust (SLT) is a non-profit, public benefit land trust
incorporated in 1986. There have been two prior Executive Directors during
this period of time. SLT's mission is to preserve permanently and protect
farmlands, open space, wetlands and wildlife habitat. It is governed by a
twelve-member board of directors, man-aged by a nine full and part-time
person staff, and actively supported by over 150 volunteers. Total holdings
in fee include 6,400 acres, easements 4,000
acres, and other managed lands. Key properties include the Jepson Prairie
vernal pool pre-serve, Rush Ranch, in Suisun Marsh, Lynch Canyon, King/Swett
Ranch and, most recently, the McCormack/Anderson Ranches which recently
closed with a 3800-acre conservation easement. These properties are located
throughout Solano County.
SLT is the only land trust located in Solano County. It is unique among
land trusts in that it was established as a result of litigation among open
space advocates, land developers, and a municipal government. The creation
of SLT has forced prior adversaries to work together because resolution of
litigation required that SLT's Board of Directors represent all sides of
land use issues. Also, SLT is one of only two land trusts in California
which receives Mello-Roos taxes levied on new
construction for acquisition and protection of farmlands and open space.
The FY-2001/02 operating revenues were $800,000.
Solano County has a rapidly growing population and serves as the gateway
between the Central Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. The population
is 400,000 with 90% of the population located in the seven incorporated
cities. The land area of the County is approximately 500,000 acres. The
County has a vibrant agricultural economy and significant open space lands
that provide a variety of benefits, such as wildlife habitat and community
separators. Very little of this
property is protected, and there is no county- wide open space program.
SLT and our partners have built a coalition of farmers, ranchers,
conservationists, business and local governments. The continuing goal of
SLT is to increase the institutional capacity and financial resources to
protect more open space lands throughout the County.
After a two-year effort, an Agricultural Conservation Easement Plan has been
developed and approved. The final report of the Agricultural Conservation
Easement Plan is available for review on our website
www.solanolandtrust.org.
Related notes: The compensation package includes a salary range starting at
$62,000 with the range currently under review by the Board of Directors.
Pam Muick, the former Executive Director, has become the Executive Director
of the California Native Plant Society in Sacramento. The Interim Executive
Director is not a candidate for the position.
The listing for the position will remain open until filled; however, the
Board will begin interviewing qualified candidates as soon as applications
and resumes are received.
For additional information, please contact
Larry Coons, Interim Executive Director
Telephone # 707-432-0150,
Fax # 707432-0151, or
E-mail address lcoons@solanolandtrust.org>
or mail to
Solano Land Trust
744 Empire Street, Suite 112
P. O. Box 115, Fairfield, California 94533
www.solanolandtrust.org
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 17:34:11 -0500
From: Volker Bahn <lochapoka@WEB.DE>
Subject: Kleinhans Fellowship, Rainforest Alliance
Please do not reply to sender. I'm just posting this for Rainforest =
Alliance. See contact info below.
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Kleinhans Fellowship, Rainforest Alliance
Research in Tropical Non-Timber Forest Products
**Applications due by January 1, 2003**
The Kleinhans Fellowship supports research to better understand and =
improve
the impacts of non-timber forest product (NTFP) harvest and marketing on
rural livelihoods and tropical forest ecosystems. A successful =
application
will outline the need for research, its potential applications and its
likely impact on local communities and forest ecosystems.
Examples of potential research topics include:
=B7 the development of new markets for NTFPs, and/or the expansion of =
existing
markets;
=B7 the development of Best Management Practices for commercial NTFPs;
=B7 the impacts of NTFP harvests and/or their commercialization on rural
livelihoods, biodiversity or land tenure;
=B7 means of integrating NTFP harvests and timber forest management.
The Fellow will be expected to submit quarterly progress reports =
throughout
the duration of the fellowship, and a paper suitable for publication in =
a
peer-reviewed journal when the fellowship is completed. Fellows are also
expected to summarize and disseminate project results in the local =
language
to communities in and around the study area.
Geographic Focus:
The Kleinhans Fellowship research area is restricted to Latin America.
Applications for projects conducted in the Peten region of Guatemala or
Southern Mexico are especially encouraged.
Eligibility:
Applications for any tropical forest type are eligible. The successful
applicant will have a master's degree in forestry, ecology, botany,
environmental science or an appropriate related field. Doctoral =
candidates
or post-doctoral researchers are preferred. Applicants may substitute
relevant experience for degrees.
Award Amount:
The fellowship provides a grant of $15,000 (US) per year, for two years.
Please note that the Fellowship will not subsidize academic tuition and
fees, nor will it cover costs of purchasing transport vehicles, or
unnecessary or unreasonable equipment.
Selection:
Each application will be judged on the merits of the proposal, the
feasibility of the plan and the qualifications of the candidate. Judging =
is
conducted by a panel of forestry and botany experts and tropical
conservationists. The following are some of questions the committee will
consider:
=B7 Can the research be carried out as proposed?
=B7 Does the investigator appear to have the necessary skills and =
experience
to bring the research to a fruitful conclusion?
=B7 Is the proposal practical and is it for a project that can =
eventually have
commercial potential?
=B7 Will the research help provide a livelihood for communities in and =
around
tropical forests without causing destruction of the forests?
=B7 If the research is site-specific, can the methodology be adapted and
applied by people in other countries?
=B7 Is the project new and entrepreneurial?
=B7 Will the research be useful to someone with no business experience =
and
with little or
no venture capital?
Application Format:
There is no official application form. Completed applications must =
include
the following (in English):
=B7 A proposal that cannot exceed seven typed pages in length. Proposal =
should
include an abstract, a review of the relevant literature, detailed
methodology, and a discussion of the project's practical applications;
=B7 A budget;
=B7 A copy of the candidate's curriculum vitae or resume;
=B7 Two letters of recommendation;
=B7 A list of past, current and potential funding sources for both the
applicant and the project.
Applicants are required to submit their completed application in digital
(electronic) form by email to Deanna Newsom at dnewsom@ra.org or by =
regular
mail to:
Kleinhans Fellowship 2003
Rainforest Alliance
665 Broadway, Suite 500
New York, NY 10012
USA
Please do not fax applications. Please do not send videos. Photos, maps =
and
other visual materials are encouraged but cannot be returned.
Schedule: Applications must be received before January 1, 2003. A =
decision
will be made by May 1, 2003.
_________________________________________________________________________=
___
The Rainforest Alliance is an international non-profit organization =
based in
New York City.
For more information:
Rainforest Alliance homepage
http://www.rainforest-alliance.org
Kleinhans Fellowship homepage
http://www.rainforest-alliance.org/programs/research/kleinhans.html
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 11:19:35 -0500
From: Dexter Sowell <dsowell@VIRGINIA.EDU>
Subject: wiregrass PCR
To all,
Does anybody know someone who has amplified non-coding regions of
chloroplast, mitochondria, or nuclear DNA from wiregrass (Aristida stricta,
A. beyrichiana), or other Arisitda species? I was hoping that someone out
there might have primers designed for these species.
Dexter
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 08:14:37 -0800
From: Jennifer Joo <JJoo@PER.LACITY.ORG>
Subject: Position available - Range & Wildlife Management Specialist
The City of Los Angeles currently has openings for their Range & Wildlife Ma
agement Specialist position.
Location: Mono Basin & Owens Valley, CA
RESPONSIBILITIES:
A Range and Wildlife Management Specialist performs environmental analyses,
esearch, surveys, investigations and studies in the management of a range an
wildlife program for the Owens Valley and Mono Basin region; analyzes grazi
g systems; makes recommendations to insure that land and water resources are
used in a manner consistent with sound ecological and range management pract
ces; conducts forage inventories and vegetation monitoring program; studies
he distribution, habits and classification of wildlife; provides technical g
idance and assistance in the preparation of environmental impact reports and
other environmental reports; cooperates with federal, state and local agenci
s in the improvement, management and protection of wildlife and range on Cit
-owned property; and does related work.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a degree in range
management, plant or animal ecology, biology, watershed management, soil sci
nce, fisheries biology, or comparable field of study, AND one year of profes
ional experience or field coursework in any of the above fields.
2. Possession of a Master's degree in range management, plant or animal ecol
gy, biology, watershed management, soil science, fisheries biology, or compa
able field of study may be substituted for the required experience.
SALARY: $4191-6739 monthly. Excellent benefits.
Applications will only be accepted on the City application form. The City a
plication and further information about this position are available on the C
ty's Personnel website, http://www.lacity.org/per/. Applications may be sub
itted online or mailed to the following address:
PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Applicant Services, Room 100
700 E. Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 847-9240
TDD (213) 847-9267
The application filing period for this position will remain open until suffi
ient applications have been received. The filing period may close at any ti
e after December 12, 2002 without prior notice.
Jennifer Joo
Recruitment Analyst
City of Los Angeles
Personnel Department
Room 100, 700 E. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-5356
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 12:21:27 -0500
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Web site about Cladocera
15. theWaterFlea
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/~ucfagls/index.htm
This Web site provides an introduction to the cladocera -- the microscopic
crustaceans abundant in lakes and ponds. Created by Gavin Simpson, a PhD
student at University College London, this Web site is intended as "a source
of information for anyone interested in lake ecology or palaeolimnology, and
as a training tool for those who want to learn the art of cladoceran
analysis for palaeolimnological investigations." A work-in-progress, this
site has recently added an introduction to the cladocera, a bibliography,
and a search tool. The completed site will cover water flea adaptations,
anatomy, behavioral ecology, distribution, life history, and more. The site
currently includes two protocols for using water fleas in the lab. [RS]
>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Sc
ut
Project 1994-2002. http://scout.wisc.edu/
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 12:21:35 -0500
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Biological Soil Crusts
17. Biological Soil Crusts [.pdf]
http://www.soilcrust.org/
Biological soil crust probably isn't the first thing that springs to mind
when snapping that photo of the Delicate Arch at Arches National Park.
However, without the algae, mosses, cyanobacteria, and other tiny organisms
that inhabit the surface of desert soils, places like Arches and other arid
environments would be quite different. The US Geological Survey provides an
online guide to biological soil crusts in this easy-to-navigate Web site.
Crust 101 contains a detailed introduction to soil crust ecology, and the
Advanced feature offers an extensive technical reference. The Web site also
includes a photo gallery, list of related references, and a short list of
links. This site is also reviewed in the November 27, 2002 _Scout Report_.
[RS]
>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Sc
ut
Project 1994-2002. http://scout.wisc.edu/
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 12:21:15 -0500
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Predicting Invasions of Nonindigenous Plants and Plant Pests
1. Predicting Invasions of Nonindigenous Plants and Plant Pests [.pdf]
http://www.nap.edu/books/0309082641/html/
This Web site contains the free book _Predicting Invasions of Nonindigenous
Plants and Plant Pests_ provided by the National Academies Press. Compiled
by the US Board on Life Sciences and the Board on Agriculture and Natural
Resources, this 194-page book explores the difficulties in predicting the
immigration and impact of exotic species. Researchers active in this field
may find this free resource of use. [RS]
>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Sc
ut
Project 1994-2002. http://scout.wisc.edu/
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 09:50:12 -0700
From: Tom Kolb <Tom.Kolb@NAU.EDU>
Subject: PhD assistantship
PhD Assistantship available in Forest Ecology in Paul Beier's lab at
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, for research on the 3-trophic
level interaction among avian predators, forest insects, and growth of
ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. We will test the hypothesis that
insectivorous birds increase the growth of ponderosa pine and Gambel oak by
reducing the numbers of phytophagous insects. Approximate Dates: 15 August
2003-14 August 2007. The full project proposal (12 pages) is available at
http://www.for.nau.edu/research/pb1/. Support includes a stipend of $14,500
per year, a partial tuition waiver, health insurance, and an operations
budget of $3,000 per year for each of 4 years. Please send letter of
interest, resume, photocopy of transcripts, GRE scores, and contact
information for 3 references to Paul Beier, School of Forestry, Northern
Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ 86004-5018. Voice 928-523-9341.
Paul.Beier@nau.edu
Thomas E. Kolb, Ph.D.
Professor of Forest Ecophysiology
Coordinator of Graduate Studies
School of Forestry
Box 15018
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Tel: 928 523 7491 NOTE NEW AREA CODE
FAX: 928 523 1080
email:tom.kolb@nau.edu
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 10:22:19 -0700
From: "T. W. Swetnam" <tswetnam@LTRR.ARIZONA.EDU>
Subject: job posting for Ecolog-L
To Listserve manager: Please post the following job announcement on the
Ecolog-L listerve. Let me know if you need additional information.
Sincerely, Tom Swetnam
********************************************
Dr. Thomas W. Swetnam
Director & Professor of Dendrochronology
Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721
(520) 621-2112 office
(520) 621-8229 fax
tswetnam@ltrr.arizona.edu
LTRR: www.ltrr.arizona.edu
TWS: http://tree.ltrr.arizona.edu/~tswetnam/
********************************************
Valles Caldera National Preserve
Preserve Scientist
The Valles Caldera Trust was established by an Act of Congress in 2000 as a
wholly owned government corporation to manage the 89,000 acre Valles Caldera
National Preserve in New Mexico as an experiment in land management. The
Trust is creating a place-based Preserve Scientist position as part of the
Executive Team to adaptively manage and coordinate all research, inventory
and monitoring activities on the Preserve, and to actively conduct related
research. For a full position description, visit the website at
www.vallescaldera.gov
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 13:43:11 -0500
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: new ending date for post-doc, ecosystems/fire ecologist
REVISED - New ending date: FACULTY RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, POST-DOC
(Ecosystems/Fire Ecologist), 12-month, 0.75 FTE, fixed term, starting date
1/1/03. Requirements: PhD in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or natural
resources field. Research of the ecosystem response to prescribed fire at
the Lava Beds National Monument. Field work done in remote areas which
involves moving across rocky and sometimes steep terrain during all seasons
and weather conditions. Required application materials: letter addressing
your qualifications and aspirations related to job, professional resume,
and list of 3 references including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses,
and copy of college transcripts (please reference Log 001-2051) to Jan
Cyrus, Department of Fisheries & Wildlife, 104 Nash Hall, Corvallis, OR
97331-3803. For full consideration, application materials should be
received by 12/15/02. For a complete announcement see
http://oregonstate.edu/admin/hr/jobs/. OSU IS AN AA/EOE.
Jan Cyrus
Administrative Manager
Fisheries & Wildlife
Oregon State University
104 Nash Hall
541/737-1936
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 13:36:16 -0700
From: Linda Williams <LINDA.WILLIAMS@ASU.EDU>
Subject: fellowships available
ASU's IGERT in Urban Ecology has fellowships available for Academic Year
2003/2004. The main objective of this NSF-sponsored program is to educate a
new kind of research scientist who is broader, more flexible, more
collaborative, and more adept at linking issues in the life, earth, and
social sciences than heretofore. This will be year 4 and 5 of the program.
IGERT Fellows will be funded for two years by stipend, pending satisfactory
progress through their doctoral program. An additional year(s) support may
be available through departmental teaching assistantships, College of
Liberal Arts and Sciences teaching assistantships, CAP LTER research
assistantships, and internships in the public or private sectors. Only US
Citizens or Permanent Residents may be considered for IGERT funding.
Application deadline is Feb 1, 2003, however, applicant must be accepted
into a PhD program at ASU to qualify. For More information, e-mail
linda.williams@asu.edu <mailto:linda.williams@asu.edu> .
Linda Williams
Executive Assistant, Center for Environmental Studies
and Sr. Program Coordinator IGERT
Arizona State University
PO Box 873211
Tempe AZ 85287-3211
Phone: 480-965-0867 Fax: 480-965-8087
linda.williams@asu.edu
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 13:38:03 -0700
From: Andrea Litt <arlitt@AG.ARIZONA.EDU>
Subject: Field Assistants needed (Feb 2003)
Field Assistants Needed (February 2003)
------------------------------------
Field assistants are needed to collect small mammal and invertebrate data
for a research project investigating the effects of fire and a nonnative
grass in semi-desert grasslands at Fort Huachuca Military Reservation in
southeastern Arizona. These are full-time positions lasting approximately
5 weeks beginning early February 2003 and pay $8.50/hour. Study plots are
located at approximately 4,400-4,900 feet elevation. Field housing (in
Sierra Vista, AZ), transportation between the field housing and the study
plots, and occasional transportation between Tucson and Fort Huachuca will
be provided.
Duties:
- Trap small mammals and invertebrates on established study plots at Fort
Huachuca.
- Accurately collect and record data on captured small mammals (e.g.,
species identification, body measurements, sex determination).
- Process captured invertebrate specimens and accurately record data.
- Work long hours in adverse field conditions (e.g., beginning early in the
morning, in extreme weather conditions, etc.), alone and/or as part of a
team, with an irregular work schedule.
- Employees will be trained and required to follow hantavirus safety
precautions.
- Assist with some computer data entry and/or proofing.
For more information, please contact Andrea Litt
(arlitt@ag.arizona.edu). To apply, please send your resume and references
via email (arlitt@ag.arizona.edu) or mail (address listed below).
Andrea R. Litt
University of Arizona
School of Renewable Natural Resources
104 Biological Sciences East
Tucson, AZ 85721
arlitt@ag.arizona.edu
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Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 12:58:52 -0800
From: Kristina Ernest <ErnestK@CWU.EDU>
Subject: Fwd: Faculty position: Plant Physiologist
PLANT PHYSIOLOGIST -- BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
CONTRACT TYPE The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications f
r a full-time (9 month academic appointment), tenure-track position for a bo
anist specializing in plant physiology.
RESPONSIBILITIES The candidate should be prepared to teach botany cla
ses and participate in general biology offerings for majors and non-majors.
Experience in applied plant science would be a bonus. We are looking for a
andidate that has the potential to forge links between our department's stre
gths in the areas of ecology and molecular biology. A normal teaching load
is two courses with lab each quarter (an average of 12 contact hours). Rese
rch involving undergraduate or masters students is expected; continued schol
rly activity is required, as are advising and other service activities.
QUALIFICATIONS Required: - Broad academic background in botany
- Ph.D. in appropriate discipline
- Research experience in plant physiology
- Commitment to excellence in teaching
- Commitment to the development of a research program suitable for the i
volvement of students
Preferred: - A botanical specialization, in addition to plant physiology s
ch as plant pathology, plant anatomy, horticultural techniques or some other
area.
- Prior teaching experience
- Interests in Pacific Northwest biological research problems
RANK Assistant or Associate Professor
SALARY RANGE TBD
STARTING DATE September 16, 2003
INQUIRIES AND Screening will begin on December 9, 2002 and continue until
candidate is
APPLICATIONS selected. A complete application consists of: a letter of
pplication, statements addressing teaching and research philosophies and int
rests, a curriculum vita, photocopies of all academic transcripts, and names
(including address, phone, fax, and email) of 3 references (at least one of
hom can comment on teaching ability).
Direct inquiries and applications to:
Dr. Linda A. Raubeson Telephone: (509) 963-27
4
Botanist Search Committee Fax: (509
963-2730
Department of Biological Sciences Email: raub
son@cwu.edu
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7537
This position is contingent upon funding in the 2003-2005 biennial b
dget.
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY is a comprehensive state university which serv
s more than 8500 students, 1000 of which are enrolled in Extended Degree Cen
ers located in the Seattle/Tacoma area.
The main campus is located in Ellensburg, a community of 15,400 that enjoys
ne of the finest living environments of the Pacific Northwest. In the shado
of the Cascade Mountains and only minutes from the Wenatchee National Fores
, Ellensburg is situated in the Kittitas Valley, an agricultural region 110
iles east of Seattle, the cultural center of Washington State. Programs are
offered through the College of Education and Professional Studies, College o
Arts and Humanities, College of the Sciences, and the College of Business.
For in-depth information about Central Washington University please see our
eb page at http://www.cwu.edu.
Central Washington University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, T
tle IX Institution. The university has a strong commitment to the principle
of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates incl
ding women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and persons
of disability. Persons of disability may request accommodation during the a
plication and/or interview process through Disability Support Services. Pho
e: 509 963-2171. TDD: 509 963-2143.
********************************************
Kristina A. Ernest, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Phone: 509-963-2805
FAX: 509-963-2730
E-mail: ernestk@cwu.edu
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