Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 1 Jan 2003 to 2 Jan 2003 (#2003-2) There are 8 messages totalling 368 lines in this issue. Topics of the day: 1. USEPA-ORD Global Change Postdoctoral Research Position 2. Field Research Assistant Positions - NRRI/U of Minn. 3. Job posting: Marine Scientist 4. 2 position announcements 5. Harvard University-Harvard Forest - 2 Research Assistant Positions 6. Senior Position in Landscape/Ecosystem Ecology 7. help for a graduate student 8. Tropical Ecology - Research Experience for Undergraduates ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 08:08:21 -0500 From: Jeff Frithsen <Frithsen.Jeff@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV> Subject: USEPA-ORD Global Change Postdoctoral Research Position Global Change Postdoctoral Research Position U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Research and Development Washington, DC The National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) within the U.S. EPA's Office of Research and Development (ORD) seeks immediate applications for a postdoctoral research position within the Agency's Global Change Research Program. NCEA's Global Change Research Program is focused on conducting assessments of the potential consequences of global change (particularly climate variability and change), identifying sources of uncertainty associated with those assessments, understanding the human dimensions of global change (as human activities influence and respond to global change), and evaluating adaptation options to improve society's ability to effectively respond to the risks and opportunities presented by global change. Our assessments activities are focused in four main areas: air quality, water quality, human health, and ecological condition. We seek a person with a strong multi-disciplinary background to become part of the collaborative team working to conduct policy-relevant, timely assessments. Successful candidates will also have strong research backgrounds in one of the four main focus areas. Preferred candidates will have demonstrated experience working in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative work environment. NCEA serves as the USEPA national resource center for human health and ecological risk assessment and occupies a critical position between laboratory/field researchers and environmental decision-makers. NCEA's non-laboratory, postdoctoral research positions are ideal for scientists interested in the conducting ecological risk assessments to support development of environmental science policies and risk management approaches. The postdoctoral position is a three-year, federal government, term appointment located in Washington, DC. The current salary range is approximately $43,000 to $74,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Selected candidates receive a full benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. within the past five years and must be U.S. citizens. To apply for NCEA post-doctoral positions, please send a letter of interest outlining your research focus, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to: Dr. Jeffrey B. Frithsen, National Center for Environmental Assessment (8601D), ATTN: NCEA Post-Doctoral Positions, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, D.C. 20460. Applications will be received and evaluated on an ongoing basis. The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Post Doc Announcement, January 2003 Jeffrey B. Frithsen, Ph.D. Special Assistant for Ecology National Center for Environmental Assessment Office of Research and Development (8601-D) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20460 202-564-3323 (voice phone) 202-565-0066 (fax); 202-565-0061 (alt. fax) 410-336-8535 (cell phone) frithsen.jeff@epa.gov (email) Physical and Overnight Delivery Address: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Suite 400 808 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-3910 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 09:17:40 -0800 From: Jim Lind <jlind@NRRI.UMN.EDU> Subject: Field Research Assistant Positions - NRRI/U of Minn. FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (4) are needed, May 25 to mid-July, to complete surveys of breeding birds in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. Daily duties include conducting point counts, marking survey locations, data entry, and vegetatio sampling. Qualified applicants must be able to identify Midwestern birds by sound and ight and have excellent hearing. Applicants must pass a standardized bird song test nd a hearing test. Other requirements include: the physical ability and desire t work long hours alone in the field, a high tolerance for biting bugs (mosquitoes, blac flies, and ticks), orienteering and GPS experience, and a driver's license. Sites are ocated in rugged, remote, and sometimes unpleasant wet spots. $2,000/mo.+ per diem; housing, transportation, equipment, and training provided. Send letter of i terest, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to JIM LIND, Natural Resources Research Institute, 5013 Miller Tr nk Hwy., Duluth, MN 55811 or e-mail to jlind@nrri.umn.edu. Open until filled. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 07:53:55 -0500 From: "James T. Carlton" <jcarlton@WILLIAMS.EDU> Subject: Job posting: Marine Scientist <bold>Assistant Professor of Marine Science/Oceanographer </bold>Applications are invited for Assistant Professor of Marine Science at Williams-Mystic, the Maritime Studies Program of Williams College and Mystic Seaport, Mystic, Connecticut, beginning the fall 2003 academic year. Duties include teaching oceanography, supervising undergraduate research projects in marine science, participating in field seminars (including offshore waters and the Pacific coast), and maintaining a research program. Initial appointment is for two years, renewable thereafter. Ph.D. or ABD in oceanography required; experience teaching in off-campus programs preferred. Send resume, statements of teaching and research interests, and names, addresses, and emails of three references by January 24, 2003 to: Dr. James T. Carlton, Williams-Mystic Program, P. O. Box 6000, Mystic CT 06355-0990 (FAX 860-572-5329, www.williamsmystic.org). As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Williams College especially encourages applications from women and minority candidates. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 10:15:53 -0800 From: "Cyrus, Jan" <jan.cyrus@ORST.EDU> Subject: 2 position announcements SEASONAL FACULTY RESEARCH ASSISTANT, fixed-term, 1.0 FTE.; Maximum of 21 pos tions for field crews to do research for spotted owls. Crew leader: M.S. or hD. Degree in wildlife, forestry, or closely related field; Crew members: M nimum of BS, with preference given to wildlife, forestry, or closely related field, eligibility for Wildlife Society Certification and familiarity/experi nce working with owls preferred. Preferred qualifications for both positions include a demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. The study areas are located in various locations in Oregon and Washington, depen ing on the location housing may be available. The work is physically strenu us, employee will navigate over steep, rugged mountainous terrain in some ca es using state vehicles, working varying time schedules throughout the seaso . A complete position announcement can be seen at http://oregonstate.edu/ad in/hr/jobs/ , or you can call 541/737-1936 for a printed copy. F! or full consideration, applications should be received by January 23, 2003. A completed application must consist of: 1) a letter of application: indi ating project preference and ranking the order of interest for applicants in erested in being considered for more than one study area (letter should also address your qualifications as they relate to the specific duties described) 2) a professional resume; 3) a COPY of your university transcripts; and 4) a list of three references, with telephone numbers, who are familiar with the applicant's professional qualifications. Submit to Jan Cyrus, Oregon C operative Wildlife Research Unit, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Oreg n State University, 104 Nash, Corvallis, OR 97331-3803. OSU is an AA/EOE. SEASONAL FACULTY RESEARCH ASSISTANT, fixed-term, 1.0 FTE, starting date 2/24 03. Overall duties include: conducting surveys and research on red tree vole nests; tree climbing to confirm activity in nests located from ground survey ; capturing, handling, and radio-collaring; night and day radio-telemetry; m intaining accurate field notes, caring for field equipment (especially climb ng gear) and OSU vehicles; entering and summarizing data; determining vegeta ion characteristics, floristics, and physiography; collecting and analyzing ecal material from the nest. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrabl commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Application letter address ng your qualifications and aspirations related to job, resume, list of 3 ref rences including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses, and a copy of colle e transcripts to Jan Cyrus, Department of Fisheries & Wildlife, 104 Nash Hal , Corvallis, OR 97331-3803. For full consideration, application m! aterials should be received by 1/23/03. For a complete announcement see ht p://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 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 13:19:19 -0500 From: Edythe Ellin <ellin@FAS.HARVARD.EDU> Subject: Harvard University-Harvard Forest - 2 Research Assistant Positions HARVARD FOREST - HARVARD UNIVERSITY Petersham, Massachusetts 2 Research Assistant Positions - Soil/Ecosystems The Research Assistants (RAs) will have day-to-day responsibility to perform and coordinate a broad range of experimental and observational research on the effects of the introduced hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae) on ecosystem structure and function. Both positions involve laboratory work, extensive travel to field sites in CT and MA, and data entry and processing. RAs will be required to make independent assessments of data quality and experimental results, and will work with the principal investigator (PI) to design future studies and experiments. These are grant-funded positions for two years with strong possibility of extension. Duties Harvard Forest. Works on multi-scale project investigating the response of ecosystem processes to stress and mortality caused by an introduced forest pest, the hemlock woolly adelgid. Responsibilities include: assisting with site selection, permanent plot establishment, and soil and vegetation sampling; performing a variety of soil analyses including texture, bulk density, pH, nitrogen mineralization, and soil cation concentrations; routine laboratory activities such as ordering supplies and equipment testing and maintenance; summarize and synthesize multi-year data using spreadsheet, word-processing, and statistical software; assisting with the preparation of materials for publication and developing a detailed database. Train and supervise work of summer undergraduate students. Interact with an interdisciplinary group studying the ecology of hemlock. Requirements College background in soil/ecosystem science required. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with soil sampling and laboratory procedures such as CHN analysis, automated ion analysis, and KC1 extraction techniques required. Applicant must be able to: lift and move research equipment (not more than 75 lbs.); drive to field sites; and accept exposure to laboratory chemicals of low-to-moderate hazard. To Apply Send resume and 3 letters of reference to Dottie Smith (drecos@fas.harvard.edu), Harvard Forest, P. O. Box 68, 324 North Main Street, Petersham, MA 01366. Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Harvard Forest Harvard Forest, an internationally recognized center for basic research in forest ecology, has facilities including a research and administrative complex, 3000 acres of land and residential buildings. Petersham is a small rural town in north central Massachusetts. For more information about the forest, visit http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 13:55:37 -0600 From: "Paul W. Barnes" <pb03@SWT.EDU> Subject: Senior Position in Landscape/Ecosystem Ecology DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY LANDSCAPE/ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY The Department of Biology invites applications for a senior level (Associate/Full Professor) faculty position in the area of landscape or ecosystem ecology. We are especially interested in individuals with expertise in the structure and function of aquatic ecosystems, terrestrial-aquatic interactions, biogeochemistry or watershed-scale processes, and who utilize GIS, stable isotopes, remote sensing and/or systems modeling in their research activities. The individual is expected to have an established, externally-funded research program and a substantial publication record. The individual will work independently and in concert with existing and new faculty in SWT's interdisciplinary Aquatic Resources Ph.D. Program. The individual will also have the opportunity to pursue research and educational interests within SWT's International Institute for Sustainable Water Resources and the Edwards Aquifer Research and Data Center. Salary and start-up packages are competitive. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, copies of up to five publications, statements of teaching and research interests, and a list of three references including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses to Francis L. Rose, Chair Biology Department, Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos, TX 78666. Review of applications begins on 15 February 2003 and continues until a suitable candidate is found. San Marcos is located in the scenic Texas Hill Country midway between Austin and San Antonio, and SWT owns and manages the headwaters of the spring-fed San Marcos River and associated ecosystems. More can be learned about the university and department at http://www.bio.swt.edu. The university reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment for financial or programmatic reasons. SWT is an Equal Opportunity employer. Paul W. Barnes Professor of Biology Department of Biology Southwest Texas State University San Marcos, Texas 78666 Phone: 512-245-3753 Fax: 512-245-8713 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 16:50:49 -0500 From: Mark Richardson <mrichardson@LONGWOODGARDENS.ORG> Subject: help for a graduate student I am looking for seeds of Alliaria petiolata (Garlic Mustard) for my thesis research. I would prefer stratified seeds if I can get them, but I will take anything anyone is willing to offer. Please get in touch with me by email at mrichardson@longwoodgardens.org Thank you! ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 16:10:21 -0600 From: evan@CRO.OTS.AC.CR Subject: Tropical Ecology - Research Experience for Undergraduates RESEARCH EXPERIENCE FOR UNDERGRADUATES IN TROPICAL BIOLOGY IN COSTA RICA, 2003 http://www.ots.ac.cr/en/education/under_summer_reu.shtml With funding from the National Science Foundation, the OTS REU program will provide hands-on, field-oriented research experiences in tropical biology to undergraduate students from throughout the United States, including minority students identified through the OTS Minority Scholars Program. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The OTS Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program will support t n undergraduates selected through a competitive application process, for a ten week research program focusing on tropical ecology and systematics. Guidance will be provided in experimental design, project selection and execution at he world-renowned La Selva Biological Station in the Caribbean lowlands of Cost Rica. Students will have the opportunity to design, conduct, and present independent research projects at La Selva, under the supervision of a resear h mentor. The REU Program at La Selva will guide the participants toward independent research and will foster student-to-researcher and student-to- student interactions. The REU Program will also provide participants the opportunity to learn about Costa Rica and the rural communities surrounding a Selva. The program will also include a seminar on ethical issues in tropical biology throughout the program. LA SELVA BIOLOGICAL STATION: La Selva Biological Station (10°26'N, 83° 59'W) is at the physiographic transition from the low, steep foothills of the Central Volcanic Cordillera o the extensive Caribbean coastal plain in northeastern Costa Rica. La Selva averages over four meters of rain per year. Two-thirds of the La Selva prope ty (1,536 ha) is species rich old-growth forest, while the remainder of the reserve is abandoned pastures and plantations invarious stages of secondary succession or experimental usage. La Selva, owned and operated by OTS, is visited annually by over 1,500 scientists from 200 institutions and 20 countries, as well as by 200 education groups. La Selva has an extensive tra l system of more than 50 kilometers which provides access to a wide range of terrestrial and aquatic habitats. The entire property has been topographical y surveyed to a high degree of accuracy and 3,000 permanent posts mark the 50 100 meter grids. Two well-equipped laboratories, including a large analytica lab, offer air-conditioned work space and house common-use equipment. Spatia ly referenced data are managed on the Geographic Information System (GIS). PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible for the program, students must have completed one year of college level biology. Students should have a strong interest in field ecolo y. Prior field experience, whether temperate or tropical, and whether as part o a university course or guided research experience, will be an asset but not a requisite for admission. The program is open to U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents, who are enroll d in an undergraduate program at accredited institutions in the United States t the time the REU program is held. To apply, students must complete the REU application, including two letters of recommendation, official transcripts f om all universities attended, a statement of purpose, and a statement of resear h interests. Application materials are available from the OTS North American Office, Tel. (919) 684-5774, email nao@duke.edu, or www.ots.duke.edu. EXPENSES COVERED: The OTS REU award cover the cost of room and board, textbooks, and international travel to and from Costa Rica. Participants will also receive stipend of $3,000. PROGRAM DATES: The program begins on June 10, 2003 and ends August 19, 2003. Students will live at La Selva Biological Station during the ten-week research experience. APPLICATION DEADLINE: For the 2003 summer program, the application deadline is January 30, 2003. MORE INFORMATION: For more information on the program please contact Rodney Vargas, Undergradu te Program Officer, at the OTS North American Office at (919) 684-5774 or by em il at rvargas@duke.edu. OTS staff can help you contact faculty at your institut on who are familiar with OTS programs. For additional information about the program and information about mentors a d potential projects please visit our web site at: <www.ots.ac.cr/en/education/under_summer_reu.shtml> ------------------------------------------------- This mail sent through IMP: http://horde.org/imp/ ------------------------------ End of ECOLOG-L Digest - 1 Jan 2003 to 2 Jan 2003 (#2003-2) *********************************************************** ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿ
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