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There are 9 messages totalling 326 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Postdoctoral position: plant-insect interactions/plant ecology
2. Lecturer Position at Texas A&M University - Spatial Sciences
3. Endowed Chair-Sustainable Energy Studies
4. job announcement at the Wildlife Conservation Society
5. In search of Chaoborus americanus
6. Graduate Assistant-Aquatic Ecology
7. Statistics for weighted averages
8. Faculty position in ecology and evolution
9. Job Announcement - Arboretum Director
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Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2003 16:28:21 -0500
From: Gretchen Meyer <gmeyer@UWM.EDU>
Subject: Postdoctoral position: plant-insect interactions/plant ecology
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Postdoctoral position: plant-insect interactions or plant ecology at the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
A two-year postdoctoral position is available for research on mechanisms
that allow introduced plants to become invasive. The successful candidate
will contribute to an NSF-funded project testing the Evolution of Increased
Competitive Ability Hypothesis, which holds that escape from natural enemies
may allow introduced plants to reduce their investment in defense, thereby
freeing resources for growth and reproduction and increasing their potential
for invasiveness. Common garden experiments are planned, using replicated
populations of Solidago gigantea collected from both the native range (US)
and invasive range (Europe). These experiments will involve manipulating
insect densities and measuring plant growth, reproduction, and ecophysiology
(including photosynthetic rates using a LiCor 6200 portable photosynthesis
system). Insect performance trials will also be conducted.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in plant-insect interactions or plant
ecology and interest in invasive plants. Experience with plant
ecophysiology and/or insect performance trials desirable but not required.
Start date is flexible, between Jan. - April 2004. The postdoc will be
based at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Field Station, and will be
able to interact with active research groups in plant ecology and
evolutionary biology in the Biological Sciences department. More
information about the Field Station and Biology Department can be found at
www.uwm.edu/Dept/fieldstation and www.uwm.edu/Dept/Biology/, respectively.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply,
please send CV, statement of research interests and experience, and the
names of 3 references with phone number and email address to Gretchen Meyer
at the UWM Field Station. Applications can be sent by email to
gmeyer@uwm.edu, or by mail to UWM Field Station, 3095 Blue Goose Rd,
Saukville, WI 53080. For questions about the position, call Gretchen Meyer
at 262-675-6844 or email gmeyer@uwm.edu.
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Gretchen Meyer
UWM Field Station
3095 Blue Goose Road
Saukville, WI 53080
phone: 262 675-6844
fax: 262 675-0337
email: gmeyer@uwm.edu
www.uwm.edu/Dept/fieldstation
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 09:45:34 -0500
From: Jennifer Funkhouser <j-funkhouser@TAMU.EDU>
Subject: Lecturer Position at Texas A&M University - Spatial Sciences
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Lecturer or Assistant Lecturer in Spatial Sciences
Organization Unit: Spatial Sciences Laboratory, Department of Forest Scienc
, College of Agricultural and Life Science, Texas A&M University
Type of Employment: 9 - month or 12 - month appointment. Annual reappointme
t contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funds.
Responsibilities: This position involves teaching a minimum of three u
dergraduate and graduate courses at the introductory level e.g. Geographic I
formation System for natural resources. This position is also expected to ad
ise students in interdisciplinary programs of the Spatial Sciences Laborator
. There will also be opportunities for research with faculty in the natural
nd environmental sciences who have active research programs in various relat
d disciplines.
Qualifications: Ph.D (Lecturer) or M.S. (Assistant Lecturer) degree with ex
erience and interest in teaching spatial sciences courses and emphasizing qu
ntitative research in spatial information systems in a natural resources con
ext; experience with collection and analyses of GIS, GPS and remote sensing
ata to solve natural resource problems; sound understanding of spatial stati
tics, GIS and RS software, relational data bases, and systems analyses; pote
tial to generate external funding; and excellent verbal and written communic
tion skills.
Preferred: Teaching experience in introductory and advanced spatial scienc
s topics. Proficiency in the use of ArcGIS, ArcInfo, ArcView and related spa
ial analysis software programs.
Closing Date: 1 November 2003 or until a suitable candidate is found
Application: Send resume, all university transcripts, reprints of most rece
t publications, a statement of your teaching and research interests, and hav
at least 3 letters of reference sent directly to:
Dr. R. Srinivasan, Spatial Sciences Laboratory
1500 Research Parkway, Suite B223
College Station, Texas 77845
Further Information: Dr. R. Srinivasan, Director of Spatial Sciences Labora
ory
http://www-ssl.tamu.edu
r-srinivasan@tamu.edu
Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 12:08:09 -0400
From: Carmen R. Cid <Cid@EASTERNCT.EDU>
Subject: Endowed Chair-Sustainable Energy Studies
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The Department of Environmental Earth Science is seeking to fill an Endowed
Chair in Sustainable Energy Studies. Individuals with outstanding records in
areas related to sustainable energy are invited to apply. This is a tenure
track position at the rank of full professor. The successful candidate will
a) develop an interdisciplinary, undergraduate energy studies curriculum b)
seek external funding to develop interdisciplinary initiatives in teaching,
research, and service c) interact with Eastern Connecticut State
University^Òs Institute for Sustainable Energy to build connections between
the sustainable energy program and the external community and d) develop
workshops and non-credit courses on issues such as energy conservation,
energy efficiency, and environmental impacts of energy use. Review of
applications begins immediately.
Required qualifications include:
1. Earned doctorate degree in a related area.
2. Teaching experience in a related area.
3. Outstanding scholarship.
4. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs.
5. Ability to work cooperatively with faculty as well as a variety of
community, state, national agencies and groups.
6. Evidence of ability to obtain external funding.
Nominations are invited for this position. Candidates should send a letter
of interest and a resume with three references (include e-mail addresses)
to:
Dr. Peter Drzewiecki
Search Committee Co-Chairperson
Department of Environmental Earth Science
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
Telephone: (860) 465-4322
Fax: (860) 465-5213
E-mail: drzewieckip@
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 15:13:06 -0400
From: Eric Sanderson <esanderson@WCS.ORG>
Subject: job announcement at the Wildlife Conservation Society
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***PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY***
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY
BRONX, NY
Position: Program Manager / GIS Analyst
Job Description
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) seeks a person skilled at applying
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support WCS efforts to save
wildlife worldwide. The Program Manager / GIS Analyst will oversee the day
to day operations of the Landscape Ecology laboratory, while stationed at
the Bronx Zoo, New York. The successful applicant will be expected to
support GIS analyses conducted by the Living Landscapes Program, WCS field
scientists, and other WCS units; train WCS staff on the use of GIS; and
administer computer hardware, software and networks in a Windows NT/2000
computing environment.
Qualifications
Candidates must have Master^Òs degree in Geography, Computer Science or
Environmental Science (or a related discipline) and have had at least two
years experience in environmental GIS using the ArcGIS, ARC/INFO and
Arcview software packages. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a
competence in performing routine computer support for PC (various flavors
of Windows) workstations, computer programming in GIS environments (e.g.
Visual Basic, AML, Avenue), and an ability to train other personnel in
GIS. Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written, are
required. Other desired experience/skills include ArcIMS/ArcSDE,
biotelemetry, global positioning systems, remote sensing data, cartography,
and applying GIS in an international context. The salary range for this
position is $40,000 - $50,000 per year.
To apply, please send by regular mail a cover letter describing your
qualifications and reasons for desiring this position, resume and a sample
of your GIS work (maps and analyses) to Dr. Eric Sanderson, Associate
Director, Wildlife Conservation Society, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY,
10460 USA. Email submissions will not be considered. Applications must
be received by October 15, 2003, for full consideration. For more
information, contact Dr. Sanderson at esanderson@wcs.org.
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 14:20:04 -0500
From: Punidan Jeyasingh <puni@OU.EDU>
Subject: In search of Chaoborus americanus
Hi,
I've been searching for Chaoborus americanus (phantom-midge larvae)
around Oklahoma, and haven't found any (C. punctipennis is the only
species I've found hitherto). It is really hard to find a fish-less pond
around here, where C. americanus normally hang out. Does anyone know a
good place to find these critters around Oklahoma or neighboring states?
Is anyone/lab up-north working with chaoborids at present, and will be
willing to ship a few individuals? Any suggestions/guidance is greatly
appreciated! Thanks for your time and interest. Anticipating your reply.
Sincerely,
Punidan Jeyasingh
Department of Zoology,
The University of Oklahoma,
730 Van Vleet Oval, Room 314,
Norman, OK 73019-0235.
Phone: (405) 325-7668 or 7432.
Fax: (405) 325-7560.
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 18:26:31 -0400
From: L. Leff <lleff@KENT.EDU>
Subject: Graduate Assistant-Aquatic Ecology
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Graduate Assistant Kent State University
We are seeking a doctoral student starting January, May or August 2004
who is interested in integrating research and education. Along with
conducting their own dissertation research, the student will serve as
the program coordinator for an NSF Undergraduate Mentoring in
Environmental Biology site. Duties include facilitation of the program
under the theme of inter-disciplinary research in aquatic ecology
(further details at http://www.kent.edu/biology/umeb). For the
dissertation, potential research topics include aquatic ecology
emphasizing microbial and/or community ecology. The stipend is $16,000
per year and there is an accompanying tuition scholarship. If you are
interested, please email your CV (including GPA, GRE scores and
potential start dates) to Dr. Laura Leff (lleff@kent.edu;
http://dept.kent.edu/biology/Leff.htm) or Dr. Mark Kershner
(mkershne@kent.edu; http://dept.kent.edu/biology/Kershner.htm).
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 16:28:56 -0700
From: C. Jones <ccjones@U.WASHINGTON.EDU>
Subject: Statistics for weighted averages
I am trying to compare mean seed mass among different plant communities.
Comparing the mean based on species presence is easy but I would
also like to compare average seed mass weighted by species abundance. Is
anyone familiar with statistically tests to compare weighted averages?
Any help would be appreciated.
Chad Jones
Chad Jones
Department of Biology
Box 355325
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-5325
ccjones@u.washington.edu
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 17:55:58 -0700
From: Scott Bridgham <bridgham@UOREGON.EDU>
Subject: Faculty position in ecology and evolution
TWO POSITIONS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY. The University of Oregon
Center for Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (CEEB) and the Department of
Biology seek applications for two positions in the fields of ecology and
evolutionary biology. One position is at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level,
while the other position may be filled at any rank. We are interested in
Ecologists using experimental approaches to address ecological processes at
any scale, including the microbial. We are also interested in Evolutionary
Biologists using mechanistic approaches to address the evolution of gene
function and the molecular basis of phenotypic evolution. We will consider
exceptional candidates in other areas of ecology and evolutionary biology.
The successful candidate will have an outstanding research program and a
commitment to excellence in teaching. Ph.D. is required. Applicants should
submit curriculum vitae, statements of research interests and teaching
philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to: Ecology/Evolution Search
Committee, Department of Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
97403-1210. Website: http://evolution.uoregon.edu/. To assure full
consideration, applications must be received by October 15, 2003. The
University of Oregon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 21:40:13 -0400
From: John Weishampel <jweisham@MAIL.UCF.EDU>
Subject: Job Announcement - Arboretum Director
The University of Central Florida seeks a director for its on-campus,
80-acre arboretum, botanical gardens, and natural areas.
Applicants are sought who have a Ph.D. in biology, botany, conservation
biology, ecology, environmental education, forestry, horticulture,
landscape architecture or a related field and several years of
appropriate administrative experience. Those possessing a Masters degree
and experience will also be considered. The salary is competitive and
includes a comprehensive benefits package.
The successful candidate will liaise between the arboretum and the
academic and greater Orlando communities. The candidate will be expected
to develop a vision for the arboretum and will have the opportunity to
interact with the nascent Ph.D. program in Conservation Biology. Further
information about the UCF Arboretum can be found at:
http://arboretum.ucf.edu/.
To apply submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a list
of three references to:
Arboretum Search Committee c/o John Miner
Office of Research
12443 Research Parkway, Suite 207
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 32826
Review of application files will begin November 3rd, 2003.
As an agency of the State of Florida, UCF makes all search records,
including transcripts, available for public review. The University is an
Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2003 00:00:09 -0400
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There are 2 messages totalling 95 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. University of Wisconsin Digital Collections: Ecology and Natural Resour
es
Collection
2. <No subject given>
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Date: Sat, 13 Sep 2003 16:11:07 -0400
From: David Inouye <inouye@umd.edu>
Subject: University of Wisconsin Digital Collections: Ecology and Natural
Resources Collection
2. University of Wisconsin Digital Collections: Ecology and Natural
Resources Collection
http://webcat.library.wisc.edu:3200/EcoNatRes/
Developed by the University of Wisconsin Digital Collections group, the
Ecology and Natural Resources Collection Web site brings together writings
about research in ecology and natural resources conducted by University of
Wisconsin faculty and staff, along with unique or valuable titles in these
fields from the holdings of the University of Wisconsin Libraries. While
titles will continue to be added in the future to this archive, the archive
currently contains several important works, including Soils of Wisconsin,
authored by Francis Doan Hole. The archive contains some other amazing
material, such as 188 images from the papers of the late naturalist Aldo
Leopold, author of A Sand County Almanac. Here visitors can peruse (and
search) various images, including several pages of his hand-written
journals, photographs of him out and about around Wisconsin, and hand-drawn
maps of the places that were dear to him. Finally, users can look through
the Wisconsin Land Economic Inventory maps (often called the Bordner Survey
after its director, John Bordner), which offer a portrait of the Wisconsin
landscape during the 1930s and 1940s. [KMG]
>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2003.
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Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2003 11:38:41 -0400
From: Tia-Lynn Ashman <tia1+@PITT.EDU>
Subject: <No subject given>
FACULTY POSITION
ECOLOGY-EVOLUTION
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of
Pittsburgh anticipates making one full-time tenure-track faculty
appointment in the area of ecology-evolution beginning September 2004,
pending budgetary approval. Applications are invited from excellent
candidates in any area of ecology or evolution. This appointment is
expected to be made at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level, but candidates with
outstanding records will be considered at higher rank. Our Department is a
broad-based, interactive community of researchers whose interests encompass
most areas of modern biology. Excellent research and teaching facilities
are available both on campus and at the University's Pymatuning Laboratory
of Ecology. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral
experience and will be expected to establish an extramurally funded
research program, train graduate students, and participate in undergraduate
education. In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be
received by November 20, 2003. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae
along with a summary of research interests and goals, teaching philosophy,
and arrange to have at least three letters of reference sent to:
Ecology-Evolution Search Committee
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 624-4266
Further information on the Department of Biological Sciences is available
at: http://www.pitt.edu/~biology. The University of Pittsburgh is an
Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of
minority groups under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to
apply.
Tia-Lynn Ashman
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
4249 Fifth Avenue
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Office: 412-624-0984
Fax: 412-624-4759
Email: tia1@pitt.edu
http://www.pitt.edu/~biohome/
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The link to complete archives is available elsewhere.
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