Email we have received in the Biology Department about summer opportunities.
Please don't contact the Biology Department about any of these positions--we just post them exactly as we receive them and are not responsible for any errors. There may be duplicates, dates may be expired
Dear Class of 2009 Biology, Environmental Science, Neuroscience and Biochemistry students,
Are you thinking about trying to graduate with honors? Are you interested in research? Want to spend your summer working in the lab or the field instead of resting on the sand? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this is the time to start looking into research opportunities!
The biology department faculty is currently recruiting students for summer research and research during the coming academic year. I encourage you to talk to many different faculty members to find out about their research interests so you can find out if they are looking for students, how many spots they have available, and so you can find research that you can really get into. E-mail any faculty members you would like to speak with and make an appointment with them. E-mail addresses and additional information about faculty research interests can be found on the biology department web site.
Unfortunately, there are always more people than there are research homes available, so there is no guarantee that you will get a spot for either summer research or thesis research. Thesis is a great way to fulfill your senior writing requirement, but you can also do it through one of several seminar classes next year. Since you will be getting a survey soon asking how you plan to complete your senior writing, now’s a good time to start thinking about it!
Get a jump on planning for your senior year and don’t miss this great opportunity! Please pass this information along to your classmates who might have been missed and not gotten this e-mail. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Thanks,
Prof. Cohen
Brian D. Cohen, PhD
Lecturer
Science and Engineering Center S331
Department of Biological Sciences
Union College
Schenectady, NY 12308
Phone: (518) 388-8018
Fax: (518) 388-6429
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Research Tech Position: Ecology, Chemistry & Global
Change
LABORATORY/FIELD TECHNICIAN POSITION
Ecology, Chemistry, and Global Change
University of Wisconsin - Madison
A technical position (Associate Research Specialist) is available to coordinate and conduct research at the interface of chemical ecology, community/ecosystem ecology, and global environmental change. The focus of our large and dynamic research group is plant chemistry as a mediator of ecological interactions. Major research interests include the effects of global atmospheric change (e.g., enriched CO2 and ozone) on forest communities, and the consequences of gene x environment interactions for trophic associations and ecosystem function. Additional information about the research group can be found at: http://entomology.wisc.edu/~lindroth.
Responsibilities/Qualifications:
Implementation of experiments in laboratory (80%), greenhouse (10%) and field (10%). Performance of chemical assays of plant tissues, including spectrophotometric and chromatographic (HPLC, HPTLC) techniques. Overall organization of routine laboratory operations (equipment maintenance, purchasing of supplies, supervision of hourly employees, etc.). Data entry and analysis. Qualifications include experience with standard chemical/biochemical analytical techniques and well-developed bench-top skills. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Commitment to excellence and support of a positive working environment are required.
Salary/Appointment:
Salary will be commensurate with experience, $28,500 - 34,000/year for Associate Research Specialist. Excellent medical/dental plans provided at nominal cost. Start date is April 15 - May 15, 2008.
Application procedure:
To apply, send an e-mail describing fit to the position and professional goals, 2) resume, 3) university transcripts, and 4)
names/phone numbers/e-mail addresses of three references to:
Dr. Rick Lindroth
lindroth@entomology.wisc.edu
Dept. of Entomology
237 Russell Labs
1630 Linden Drive
Madison, WI, U.S.A. 53706
Phone: 608-263-6277
UW-Madison is an equal opportunity employer
Richard L. Lindroth, Ph.D.
Dept. of Entomology
1630 Linden Dr.
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI 53706
U.S.A.
Phone: 608-263-6277
Fax: 608-262-3322
E-mail: lindroth@entomology.wisc.edu
http://entomology.wisc.edu/~lindroth/
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Mount St. Helens jobs/internships
The Mount St. Helens Institute is recruiting a Science Education Coordinator. This is an 8 month contract position with possibility of extension. The location is in Vancouver, WA. The Institute is also advertising several research, recreation, and conservation internship opportunities. Please see the attached links and forward this message on to anyone you think might be interested. Thank you!
Interns and AmeriCorps:
http://www.mshinstitute.org/college_students
Science Education Coordinator:
http://www.mshinstitute.org/about/document.2007-11-16.3213733085/document_view
Jeanne Bennett
Executive Director
Mount St. Helens Institute
360-891-5107
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John Bishop, PhD.
Associate Professor, School of Biological Sciences
Washington State University, Vancouver
14204 NE Salmon Cr. Ave Phone: 360 546-9612
Vancouver, WA 98686 Fax: 360 546-9064
www.vancouver.wsu.edu/programs/sci/bishop.html
Mount St. Helens Institute: http://www.mshinstitute.org/
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Pika/global warming project fieldwork- Glacier National Park, Montana - June 4 - September 30, 2008
Two paid and up to five volunteer or internship (for credit) positions available for field work in Glacier NP, Montana, June 4 - September 30; or a period of time therein. The study involves locating pika (small lagomorph) while hiking at high altitudes, backcountry camping, working with a GPS receiver, identification of plants and other mammals. Applicants should have experience with extended backpacking excursions, be in good physical shape, and experience with some ecological field work is a plus. Expect early mornings, unpredictable weather, wild animals, and gorgeous scenery. The assistant will work with the project leader (Lucas Moyer-Horner, U-Wisconsin-Madison). Paid positions are competitive with preference to applicants with experience and those able to stay through September. Paid positions include housing and a $100/week stipend. Volunteers/interns are encouraged to stay for at least three weeks; assitance is especially helpful during July-September. Free camping options are available for unpaid positions. Course credit may be available through your department.
To apply, please send an email to lrmoyerh@wisc.edu, with the subject "PIKA GNP". Please include a letter of interest and resume. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. -------
Lucas Moyer-Horner
PhD candidate
Zoology Department
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Volunteer opportunity studying Orange-Breasted
Falcons
Orange-breasted Falcon Volunteer
Agency: The Peregrine Fund
Location: Belize
Job Description:
The Peregrine Fund is a non-profit organization working to conserve birds of prey and their habitats worldwide. Successful applicants will be provided with the unique opportunity to monitor one Orange-breasted Falcon nest in Belize. This position will require working long, challenging hours. The short time in which the study can be completed and the remote location preclude "time off."
Applicants receiving positions will participate in a unique Orange-breasted Falcon study. The Peregrine Fund will provide the successful applicant with one spotting scope and one tripod that must be returned once the study concludes.
Qualifications:
- Biologist or biology student with basic Neotropical flora and fauna knowledge
- Knowledge in raptor biology and ecology desirable
- Willingness to live and work in remote, rugged areas with snakes, biting insects, etc.
- Be in good health and be capable of walking long distances in extreme weather conditions (heat, humidity, and rain)
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Understanding of and commitment to The Peregrine Fund's mission and approach to raptor conservation
Specific Responsibilities:
- Monitor an Orange-breasted falcon nest from the time eggs are laid to when chicks fledge (about two months)
- Give maintenance to a remote camera system installed close to the nest (change batteries, download data from digital video recorder, etc.)
- Communicate with Raptor Release Coordinator and local partners on a regular basis
- Attendants must be able to read color-coded bands through a spotting scope
- Keep detailed field notes of the falcons' behavior, movement patterns, interactions with other species, etc.
Compensation:
- A small stipend towards food will be provided.
- Appropriate recognition in scientific papers and personal references
- Volunteer is expected to cover his/her travel and lodging costs, as well as to pay all his/her medical costs. Proof of medical insurance in effect during the time period of the releases will be required
- Great field experience and the unique opportunity to work in pristine Neotropical rainforest and reintroduce an rare raptor species into the wild Send cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references, as well as availability to:
Raptor Release Coordinator
The Peregrine Fund/ Fondo Peregrino
PTY 3150
10000NW 25th St Unit #1
Miami, FL 33172
Or by E-mail: fpp@fondoperegrino.org
The Peregrine Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please no telephone calls.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Field assistant position available - Capuchin monkeys in Costa Rica
Field Assistant - White-faced Capuchin Monkeys - Costa Rica
Hiring Organization: Geoff Gallice, University of Georgia, San Luis, Costa Rica
Date Posted: 2/11/2008
Position Description:
We are looking for several field assistants to help with a study examining habitat usage, foraging behavior, and social behavior of white-faced capuchin monkeys in San Luis, Costa Rica. San Luis is located in the Tilaran mountain range in northwestern Costa Rica, very close to Monteverde.
Field assistant tasks may include, but are not limited to:
-Recording of social interactions
-Monitoring and recording of habitat usage and movement
-Recording of foraging behavior
-Tree and plant specimen collection
-GPS
-Data entry
A typical day in the field will consist of 6 hours of a combination of behavioral point-time samples and habitat-use data collection. Assistants will be trained in all the methodologies needed for the study, including how to conduct point-time samples and how to map using GPS. Part of the project will also involve collecting plant specimens and identifying them. Assistants will be given training in local plant identification, processing, and storing. This position is well-suited to those who wish to gain field experience in the areas of primatology, ecology, and wildlife biology. The assistant will gain practical experience that will help with admission to graduate schools.
Researchers and field assistants will be based at either the University of Georgia's Research Station in San Luis, or within the San Luis community, depending on availability of accommodations. Homestays with local Costa Rican families can also be arranged.
Qualifications/experience:
Prior experience conducting research in the fields of primatology, ecology, or wildlife sciences preferred, but not necessary. Knowledge of Spanish also a plus, but also not needed. Above all, field assistants must be motivated and able to work for long hours, often alone, and in a demanding environment. The forest in which the monkeys live can be somewhat cold in the early mornings and evenings, hot during the day, and often very wet.
Applicants must also:
-Be very mature and able to be in a secluded environment. There are internet, phone, and laundry services at the UGA station, but the station itself is somewhat isolated.
-Be very patient and detail-oriented.
-Be able to put up with insects and other critters. While San Luis is not too riddled with insects, they can sometimes be annoying.
-Be comfortable working and living in a different country, often without the luxuries of the United States.
Salary/funding:
No funding is currently available. Accommodations at the research station will be about US$17 per day, including lodging and all meals. However, prices for accommodations within the San Luis community will be lower, depending upon availability, and all meals will also be included. Internet is available at the UGA station. All transportation within Costa Rica relating to the project will be covered, including transportation to and from the field site.
Term of Appointment:
The project will run from approximately mid-May to mid-September. Applicants must be available for at least two months within this time frame, but priority will be given to those who are able to stay the entire duration.
To apply:
Please send an email with a letter of interest, CV or resume, and contact information for three references (geoff.gallice@gmail.com). Please include in the letter of interest what dates you will be available.
Contact Information:
Geoff Gallice
Apartado 108-5655
Santa Elena de Monteverde
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
(506) 645 8049 (this is a Costa Rican number)
Email is the preferred method of communication: geoff.gallice@gmail.com
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Field Positions Studying Baker Cypress in Northern California
General Description: We are seeking 2 highly motivated students to participate in a project studying Baker cypress, a rare conifer species found only in northern California and southern Oregon. This species depends on fire for seed dispersal and germination. As a result of fire suppression, some populations of Baker cypress are now dying without any regeneration. Our project will focus on restoring Baker cypress populations by: 1) Examining how prescribed burning and thinning treatments affect cypress regeneration; 2) Identifying factors that influence recruitment of cypress, such as fire return interval, stand age, fire severity, fuel loads, and site conditions; and 3) Developing recommendations for cypress management and providing a risk assessment of cypress populations across the Klamath, Plumas, and Lassen National Forests, and the Alturas Resource Area of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Duties: Field assistants will work under the direction of a crew leader to collect a broad range of data, including tree demography data (identifying trees, saplings, and seedlings, coring trees, measuring tree diameter and height, tagging trees, etc.), fuels data using Browns transects, vegetation data including shrub and herbaceous plant species identification, and post-fire severity data at sites that have burned. Field assistants will also collect cypress cones and branches in the field. This position involves 70-80% field work, but will also include some laboratory and office duties such as counting seeds, aging cores and cones, testing seeds for viability, and data entry. There could be an opportunity for interested applicants to pursue other questions related to Baker cypress as part of their undergraduate/graduate work.
Working conditions: The position will be based out of Happy Camp, CA. However, the field crew will travel frequently to remote study sites in isolated, rugged areas of the Klamath, Plumas, and Lassen National Forests, and the Alturas Resource Area of the BLM. This is a physically demanding job, involving hiking and camping in steep, hot, rugged terrain for up to 8-10 days. Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates with experience in botanical and forest demography data collection. Applicants must be able to work well independently and with others. GPS/GIS experience is also. Valid driver's license required.
Salary: We will fill two full-time, temporary biological science technician positions at either the GS-5 ($13.58/hr) or GS-4 ($12.23/hr) level through the Student Educational Employment Program. This program provides Federal employment opportunities to students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment (taking at least a half-time course load) in a 2 or 4 year college or university, graduate or professional school. ONLY STUDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION. Work will begin in late May and continue through at least mid-August, 2008.
Application Procedures: For inquiries related to this position, please contact Kyle Merriam at (530) 283-7777 or Erin Rentz at (530) 627-3312. To apply, please send: 1) cover letter, 2) CV including professional experience, 3) name, telephone number, and address of three former supervisors or other professional references, and 4) copies of academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) to:
Kyle Merriam,
P.O. Box 11500
Quincy, CA 95971
or via email to: kmerriam@fs.fed.us.
Applications must be received by March 21, 2008.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Field Assistant Needed for University of Wyoming
Predator-Prey Study in Mountain Streams
I am looking for a summer research technician to help with a project examining predator-prey interactions between brook trout and aquatic invertebrates in high-elevation streams. The project is focused on quantifying the impacts of trout presence and trout feeding on the production and biomass of invertebrate populations. Work will be based out of the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory located in the scenic Elk Mountains of western Colorado near Crested Butte. Field work (80%) will consist of using a backpack electrofisher to sample trout populations, tagging individual fish, collecting benthic and drift samples of invertebrates, and sorting live invertebrates in the field. Lab work (20%) will involve sorting, identifying, and measuring invertebrates as well as drying and weighing samples.
Applicants should be in good physical condition as field work will involve carrying sampling gear (~ 40 lbs.) for extended periods and hiking off-trail. Applicants should be willing to occasionally work long hours in the field and be tolerant of wet and buggy conditions. A stipend of $3000-3600 (depending on experience) will be paid for the summer field season. In addition, shared rustic housing will be provided at no cost at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. Work weeks will be approximately 40-50 hrs/week. The summer field season will run from approximately June 1st to August 31st.
This position is ideal for undergraduates or recent college graduates looking to gain research experience in aquatic ecology. To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume with 3 references to bkoch@uwyo.edu. Applications will be accepted until March 7, or until a suitable applicant is found. For further information contact Ben at (307) 766-4156 or bkoch@uwyo.edu.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] FWD: Investigate your own teaching practices. Apply now to the Biology Scholars Program Research Residency.
I'm forwarding this message on behalf of the Biology Scholars Program. I apologize for any cross-postings.
Jennifer
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Biology Scholars Program Research Residency
Call for Applications
Applications due March 1
Have you ever thought about your teaching approaches and questioned if they are effective? Have you ever thought about investigating your own teaching practices? Are you questioning your teaching and its impact on student learning? If so, consider applying for the NSF-supported Biology Scholars Program Research Residency (www.biologyscholars.org). The application deadline for the Research Residency is March 1. More details about the program and application process are available below and at the website: http://www.biologyscholars.org/page02c.shtml
The Research Residency is a yearlong program which begins with a Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Institute in Washington, DC, July 16-19, 2008. The SoTL Institute is an intensive program designed to help faculty learn how to conduct research in teaching and learning in the biological sciences with improved pedagogy practices and student learning outcomes. Space is limited to 16 Scholars.
The Biology Scholars Program was expanded in October 2007 to include all biology disciplines after three cohorts (43 faculty members) from the microbiological sciences were piloted successfully. Many of these previous Scholars have already presented their research at national and international meetings and several already have papers published in renowned science education journals. Research continues to be conducted internationally at a diverse range of institutional settings.
You are encouraged to send biologists to this initial SOTL "boot camp" and to take advantage of unique access to and mentoring from four Carnegie Scholars who facilitate the "virtual" year-in-residence.
Send questions about the program to biologyscholars@asmusa.org or to be added to the Biology Scholars mailing list, fill out the Biology Scholars Program Interest Form found here: http://www.biologyscholars.org/page06b.asp
We look forward to assisting in advancing SoTL efforts and advancing reform in undergraduate biology education through this program.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Sincerely,
Spencer Benson, Alix Darden, Heidi Elmendorf and Kathy Takayama
Biology Scholars Program Research Residency Facilitators and Carnegie Scholars
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Jennifer Riem <mailto:jennifer@esa.org>
Education Coordinator
Ecological Society of America
Department of Education and Diversity Programs
jennifer@esa.org <mailto:jennifer@esa.org>
Current contact information:
1400 Spring St Suite 330
Silver Spring, MD 20912
tel 301-588-3873 x 314
fax 301-588-4693
As of March 10, 2008
NEW CONTACT INFO
1990 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
tel 202-833-8773
fax 202-833-8775
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Job: summer field Botanists or Ecologists (multiple locations) USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station, Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/fia/
Title: Vegetation Specialist (contract Botanist or Ecologist)
Number of Positions: 12
Grade: GS 7 or 9
Time Period: June 2, through no later than September 12, 2008
Duty Station Locations: Murphysboro, IL; Old Town, ME; Westfield, MA; Manistique, MI; Springfield, MO; Columbia, MO; Cortland, NY; Lakeville, NY; New Philadelphia, OH; Clearfield, PA; Long Pond, PA; and Elkins, WV
Duties: The Vegetation Specialists will be primarily responsible for the collection of FIA Vegetation Diversity and Structure Indicator data (http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/fia/topics/veg/) including species identification and cover estimates for all trees, shrubs, herbs, graminoids, ferns, and fern allies occurring on FIA plots. The Vegetation Specialist will work as a member of a multi-person FIA field crew under the direction of a crew leader, and will assist with other field measurements as time allows. FIA plot locations are scattered throughout a state or groups of states and are not limited to National Forest Lands; the vast majority of the plots are located on private property. The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion in the form of travel on foot over rough, uneven, and steep terrain. Field crews travel frequently and work independently. The work requires several hours of driving, several days each week. During travel periods (approximately June through September), crews will change locations frequently, often on a weekly or daily basis. Lodging is generally in motel/hotels.
Qualifications Required:
Education
Degree: (Botanist:) Botany; or basic plant science, that included at least 24 semester hours in botany; or (Ecologist:) Biology, or a related field of science, that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied sciences -- these hours must have included at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences.
GS-7: PLUS 1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement. GS-9: PLUS 2 years of graduate-level education or Master's Degree.
OR
Experience
GS-7: one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. GS-9: one year specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. (Specialized Experience Definition: Substantial experience in various biological techniques which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to successfully perform the duties of the position to be filled.)
OR
Combination of Education and Experience
In addition to Botanist or Ecologist qualifications listed above, applications will be evaluated for specific knowledge, skills, and abilities, including:
- Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and practices of botany
- Ability to perform basic data processing, tracking, and editing functions using word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer programs; and
- Ability to identify regional vascular plant species - including trees, shrubs, herbs, graminoids, ferns, and fern allies - using regional and local comprehensive identification keys.
When submitting a resume, qualifications/experience in these areas should be highlighted. Any previous experience completing the FIA Vegetation Indicator or other vegetation inventories should be included.
For Additional Information:
Applications will consist of an updated resume addressing the qualifications outlined above under "Qualifications required" and a copy of your most recent college transcripts. Resumes should include names and contact phone information for previous employers and references.
To receive an electronic copy of the detailed position announcement, which includes additional specific information regarding: work schedules; wages based on education, experience, and duty station location; work related travel; government provided property; training and certification requirements; and contracting information, contact:
Bob Ilgenfritz
U.S. Forest Service
11Campus Blvd., Ste. 200
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Cell Phone: 412-523-2495 - best contact
Office Phone 610-557-4061
Fax: 610-557-4250
E-mail: rilgenfritz@fs.fed.us
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botanist/Plant Ecologist needed -- Rocky Mountain National Park
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Seasonal Botanist/Plant biologist
Rocky Mountain National Park
Dates: July 1st through August 31st 2008
Application Deadline: April 30th, 2008
The position advertised is for one (1) full-time botanist or plant biologist to perform vegetation sampling and data collection in a remote field setting. Project involves establishment of new monitoring sites, installation of equipment, and initial data collection for a long-term wetland monitoring project in Rocky Mountain National Park. This project is run by Colorado State University and NPS Inventory and Monitoring, data will be used to assess condition of Rocky Mountain wetlands and aid the park in future wetland monitoring efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include field identification of vascular plant species including difficult taxa such as Carex and Juncus and collection of non-vascular species for expert identification. Simple measurements of herbivory, soils, and water table and pH will also be taken. Botanist will be required to perform on and off trail GPS navigation to remote sites and supervise field technicians who will assist in data collection and equipment installation. The bulk of the work will be performed in the backcountry of Rocky Mountain National Park in variable climatic conditions. Work will also include frequent and extensive hiking on and off trail and carrying of heavy field equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess at least a four-year degree in biology, plant ecology, botany or other similar area. Candidates are expected to be skilled at plant identification and comfortable using a dichotomous key. Previous field experience with vegetation sampling and leadership skills are desirable. Candidates must be in good physical condition, capable of long hikes in rugged terrain at high altitudes and in soggy lowlands while carrying a loaded backpack. Trips into the backcountry may last up to seven days and will involve hiking both on and off trail. Adverse weather conditions such as near freezing temperatures, rain, and snow may be encountered on a regular basis. Ability to work, hike, camp and maintain a positive attitude in these conditions is essential. Skills in the following areas are valuable: experience with backcountry travel, wilderness safety and first aid training, and working well in an isolated team setting. A valid driver's license and safe driving record are required.
SALARY: $2,500/month plus housing (if desired) in Rocky Mountain National Park.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Email resume and cover letter (as attachments), including three references with telephone numbers and email addresses, to the contact information below. Please indicate availability as dates may be flexible.
CONTACT:
Katie Driver
Graduate Degree Program in Ecology
Department of Forest, Rangeland, & Watershed Stewardship
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado 80523-1472
email: kmdriver@lamar.colostate.edu
Subject: Summer field course opportunity in Colorado
Hello,
My name is Steve Johnson and I am the Course Director for a 2-week, 3-credit summer field-camp course offered through the University of Colorado at Boulder’s Environmental Studies Department. It is Colorado Ecosystem Field Studies (Special Topics in Environmental Science, ENVS 4120) and is located at Cal-Wood Education Center, a private non-profit in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains near Boulder, Colorado. (please see attached flyer). This course is a great opportunity for students to learn ecosystem related topics in a spectacular outdoor setting and to incorporate a variety of field research methods, all while base-camping and hiking each day.
We are requesting that the attached flyer (pdf file) be distributed via email, announced, or posted to the undergraduate students in your department. If you have any questions about the course or would like to receive a full syllabus, please let me know.
Thanks for your help!
Steve
Steven Johnson
Cal-Wood Education Center
(303) 859-0173
steve@calwood.org <mailto:steve@calwood.org>
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Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Conservation Trail Crew job announcement
Mount Agamenticus Conservation Crew (seasonal)
Jobs: Conservation Trail Crew
Dates: approximately May 27th - October 4th (with possible extension into late October)
Location: Mount Agamenticus Region and York Water District, York County, Maine
Summary of Position:
The Conservation Trail Crew will conduct on the ground stewardship and outreach in the Mount Agamenticus Conservation Region in coastal Southern Maine. The crew will correct problems of erosion, trail damage, invasive plants, forest fragmentation, and water quality degradation that have developed over the years. Public outreach and environmental education are also important aspects of our work. Mount Agamenticus supports a diverse, undeveloped coastal forest, containing the highest concentration of vernal pools in Maine. The Conservation Trail Crew will work on land owned by conservation landowners in the area who are committed to protecting the natural resources of the region while maintaining sustainable recreational access. Seven landowners are working together to balance the needs of wildlife, water quality, and recreation on more then 10,000 acres of land.
Specific tasks include:
Trail remediation is an important component of our work to protect wildlife habitat and water quality while maintaining recreational access in the area. Trail remediation and maintenance tasks include: rerouting or closing unsustainable trails, building water bars, bridges, boardwalks and drainage ditches; planting native grasses, trees, and shrubs; removing non-native invasive plants; cleaning up dump sites and trash; monitoring trail conditions; thinning trees within a watershed, keeping trails clear of fallen trees and branches. Public outreach is another important component of stewardship. Environmental education and outreach tasks include: creating computer generated displays and installing signs, maintaining environmental education kiosks; explaining to visitors the importance of conservation, leading volunteer work groups, conducting visitor surveys, and teaching the principles of low-impact recreation. Crew leaders will also assist in planning volunteer workdays and report writing. Each crewmember will spend ~1/4 of their time working on additional independent projects, developed with the Conservation Coordinator.
These projects may include: public outreach concerning the rare turtle species that inhabit the area; surveying for rare plants and wildlife; surveying
and assessing vernal pool productivity or detecting the presence of Hemlock Wooly Adelgid; expanding the volunteer network; planning volunteer workdays; public outreach concerning low impact recreational activities; writing and designing environmental education materials; planning and monitoring revegetation projects; etc. Each crewmember will be required to write a summary report detailing the objectives, process, and results of the project(s).
Entrance Requirements:
-Must have a good solid work ethic; be mature, responsible and highly motivated.
-Ability to work outside at least 80% of your workday.
-Ability to explain our work to a variety of people including outdoor enthusiasts, tourists, neighbors and school groups.
-Ability to be professional and productive independently and as a member of a team; with and with out supervision.
-Ability to follow instructions, improvise when needed and report problems.
-Ability to tolerate ticks, black flies, mosquitoes, dirt and sweat.
-Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include 10 hour days (4 mixed days a week that include weekends).
-Willingness to complete training for and operate chain, brush, and pole saws.
-Willingness to learn the local ecology and natural resource management principles.
-Demonstrated previous outdoor work and physical labor a plus.
-Crew leaders must demonstrate previous trail work and leadership experience.
Wages: Crew Leader $13.00/hour; 2 or 3 Crew Assistants $12.00/hour; 40 hours/week. Housing is not provided.
Contact: For more information you may contact Robin Stanley, Conservation Coordinator at 207.361.1102 or robin@agamenticus.org
To Apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, and 3 references (including the phone number, e-mail address, and mailing address for each) to:
York Parks and Recreation Dept.
186 York Street
York, Maine 03909-1314
ATTN: Mount Agamenticus Conservation Trail Crew
Resumes requested by April 19th. Positions are open until filled. For more information regarding the conservation program at Mount Agamenticus, visit us on-line: www.agamenticus.org
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Park Attendant (1 position)
Mount Agamenticus Park Attendant (seasonal)
Jobs: Park Attendant (1 position)
Dates: approximately June 2nd - October 19th
Location: Mount Agamenticus, York, Maine
Summary of Position:
The Town of York is seeking a responsible individual to perform collateral duty for the Mount Agamenticus Functions Coordinator and Conservation Coordinator. Responsibilities include overseeing special functions and educational programs at the summit and lodge, function setup and cleanup while working closely with clients to ensure a positive experience. Park Attendant will also be the visitor and volunteer contact person, conducting public outreach, answering questions, and explaining the conservation program at Mount Agamenticus.Specific tasks include:
Park Attendant duties include promoting the Town of York's mission and rules and regulations for the summit of Mount Agamenticus and Lodge; developing and designing educational displays and programs; recruiting and training volunteers and coordinating volunteer schedules for the summit contact station; maintaining/improving landscaping around buildings including lawn care, plantings, weeding, removing invasive plants, and trimming; maintaining and cleaning the lodge facility before and after functions; attend some functions; performing light carpentry, interior and exterior painting, plaster work, and other tasks as required; reporting any irregular activity or misuse; stewardship and outreach responsibilities including trail maintenance, litter pickup, creating and installing signs, upkeep of interpretive kiosks, explaining to visitors the importance of conservation, leading volunteer work groups, and conducting visitor
surveys. Entrance Requirements:
-A friendly, articulate and outgoing personality, especially with the public
-Knowledge of basic carpentry and painting skills, including use and maintenance of hand and power tools
-Ability to work independently, with little direct supervision
-Ability to perform tasks requiring physical exertion, such as lifting and carrying heavy equipment, cutting and moving logs, brush, trash, and to work in difficult terrain and weather conditions
-Ability to work outside at least 80% of your workday.
-Ability to explain our work to a variety of people including outdoor enthusiasts, tourists, neighbors and school groups.
-Ability to follow instructions, improvise when needed and report problems.
-Ability to tolerate ticks, black flies, mosquitoes, dirt and sweat.
-Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include late evenings and weekends.
-Willingness to learn the local ecology and natural resource management principles.
-Demonstrated previous outdoor work and people skills a plus
Wages: $11.00/hour 40 hrs/wk. Housing is not provided.
Contact: For more information you may contact:
Robin Stanley, Conservation Coordinator at 207.361.1102, robin@agameniticus.org or
Frank Kalwell, Functions Coordinator at 207.363.5373, fkalwell@maine.rr.com
To Apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, and 3 references (including the phone number, e-mail address, and mailing address for each) to:
York Parks and Recreation Dept.
186 York Street
York, Maine 03909-1314
ATTN: Mount Agamenticus Park Attendant
Resumes requested by April 26th. Position is open until filled. For more information regarding the conservation program at Mount Agamenticus visit us on the web: www.agamenticus.org
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Biol Science Techs needed (GG-0404-05)-DEADLINE EXTENDED
Announcement Number: WERC 74-08-01
Date Opened: 1/28/08
Date Closed: 2/22/08
Temporary Position: Biological Science Technician, GG-0404-05
Salary: $29,726 yearly, $14.24 hourly actual salary based on hours worked
Type of Appt: Temporary, Not-to-Exceed 180 working days
Work Schedule: Full Time-Maxi flex
Field Station: USGS, Biological Resources Division, Las Vegas Field Station
Duty Station: Henderson, Nevada
Our research focuses on the processes underlying ecosystem recovery following disturbance, the effectiveness of active restoration of degraded upland desert habitats versus natural recovery, and long-term trends in Mojave Desert plant community change. Research integrates observational field studies, long-term monitoring at established sites, as well as designed field and greenhouse experiments to understand the processes driving ecosystem recovery from wildfire, invasion by alien annual grasses, and off-road vehicles. We investigate how fluctuating desert climate, granivores such as ants and small mammals, and competition with invasive grasses interact to shape Mojave Desert shrubland communities. Field work occurs on lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service in southern Nevada, California and northwestern Arizona. Candidates will be asked to work on many different projects for periods of time during employment. We are seeking interested candidates that will specialize in one of three focus areas: Laboratory/Greenhouse (1 position), Field-Desert Tortoise (## positions), and Field-Arid Land Restoration (4 positions). Interested candidates should have a desire to work in a research team and willing to work under arduous desert conditions in the field and in the laboratory/greenhouse. Incumbents will assist in conducting field studies and surveys to collect botanical data and/or specimens to support scientific studies. Incumbents will establish sampling sites, assist in data collection (soil sampling, seed bank sampling, vegetation inventory and monitoring, biomass collection, species identification, preparation of herbarium specimens), data management, maintenance of field, laboratory and computer equipment, and occasional library research. The incumbent will collect and organize field and laboratory data, ensuring adequate quality control of data collected and assists in identifying erroneous data. The incumbent will also assist in the lab analysis of soil, plant and seed bank samples. The work involves large amounts of time outside under a variety of conditions including extreme heat and cold temperatures and will require the incumbent to carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds when in the field, sometimes during adverse conditions. The use of global positioning systems (GPS units), computers, personal data assistant (PDA’s), digital cameras, on- and off-road vehicles are an essential part of the job. Only people willing to spend periods of several days (7-14 nights per month) camping under primitive conditions at remote locations on data collection trips throughout the entire spring, summer and fall should apply. Incumbents must be US citizens.Qualifications: 9 months specialized experience in a field survey party, or 3 years sub professional experience, or 3 years college study (equivalent 90 semester/135 quarter hours) plus 3 months of lab or field work experience. Basis of Evaluation: All applicants will be evaluated on the basis of education and experience (including unpaid or volunteer experience). Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. HOW TO APPLY: Carefully read all information and instructions. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure the application is completed. The personnel office will not be responsible for soliciting additional information from applicants or from official personnel records, but will consider individuals based on their applications as submitted. Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to be considered. Submit one of the following forms of application: (a) resume or (b) OF-612, Optional Application for Federal employments, or (c) other written format. Also, please submit college transcript or list of college courses, specifying title of course work, completion date, semester or quarter hours earned by course title, and grade earned. If claiming 5 point veterans preference, a DD-214 showing character of discharge is required. If claiming 10 point veterans preference, a SF-15 with proof of claim is required. The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. APPLY TO: Peggy Hamilton, USGS/BRD, 3020 State University Dr East, Room 3006, Sacramento, CA 95819, FAX (916) 278-9474 PLEASE LIST THE WERC ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER ON YOUR RESUME (WERC 74-08-01)
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] botany crew leader and field crew positions
The Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service is hiring a botany field crew and crew leader for summer work at Voyageurs National Park. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will establish permanent monitoring plots at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. They will collect extensive monitoring data on trees, shrubs, and herbs, collect data on fuel loads, identify select insect and disease pathogens and assess tree health. It is essential that the incumbent be able to identify vegetation (including grasses and sedges) to the species level. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people.
This position will require frequent travel, including backpacking, canoeing, and extensive camping. Some sites will be accessed via backpack and the incumbent will be expected to carry both camping and field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, and poisonous plants.
These positions are now open and are posted at USAJobs (www.usajobs.opm.gov) under the title "biological technician (plants)". They will remain open until February 29. You must apply online. Interested people are encouraged to contact Suzanne Sanders at 715-682-0631, ext. 23, with any questions.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Botany/Ecology Field Technicians needed -- Rocky Mountain National Park
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Summer Botany/Ecology Field Technicians
Rocky Mountain National Park
Dates: Technician I: July through September 2007
Technician II: July and August 2007
Application Deadline: April 30, 2007
The position advertised is for two (2) full-time field technicians to assist a Colorado State University graduate student in data collection. The project involves installation of equipment and initial data collection for a long term wetland monitoring project in Rocky Mountain National Park. Specifically, we will be collecting data such as community composition of both vascular and nonvascular plant species, soil, and ground water measurements.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include installing ground water wells, soil sampling, equipment maintenance, and GPS navigation. The bulk of the work will be performed in the backcountry of Rocky Mountain National Park in variable climatic conditions. Work will also include frequent and extensive hiking on and off trail and carrying of heavy field equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a four-year degree or currently be enrolled at a college or university pursuing a degree in biology, plant ecology, natural resource management, botany, forestry, or other similar area. Candidates must be in good physical condition, capable of long hikes in rugged terrain at high altitudes and in soggy lowlands while carrying a loaded backpack. Trips into the backcountry may last up to seven days and will involve hiking both on and off trail. Candidates should also be prepared for some strenuous physical labor including digging and well installation. Adverse weather conditions such as near freezing temperatures, rain, and snow may be encountered on a regular basis. Ability to work, hike, camp and maintain a positive attitude in these conditions is essential. Skills in the following areas are valuable: experience with backcountry travel, wilderness safety and first aid training, and working well in an isolated team setting. Experience with relevant fieldwork, plant identification skills including familiarity with dichotomous keys is desirable, but not necessary. A valid driver's license and safe driving record are required.
SALARY: Both technicians will receive $1,500/month plus housing (may be campsites) in Rocky Mountain National Park.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Email a 1 page resume and cover letter (as attachments), including three references with telephone numbers and email addresses, to the contact information below. Please indicate desired position(s).
CONTACT:
Katie Driver
Graduate Degree Program in Ecology
Department of Forest, Rangeland, & Watershed Stewardship
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado 80523-1472
email: kmdriver@lamar.colostate.edu
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] REU for biological field studies on Vancouver Island
An REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) opportunity with the University of Notre Dame is available for a sophomore or junior interested in investigating the dynamic of climate change and biogeography. The selected student will participate in field studies that focus on the role for climate in limiting the distribution of species, the possibility that species could colonize regions outside their historic distribution, and the potential effectiveness of assisted migration as a tool for promoting biodiversity conservation under climate change. Studies involve two species of butterfly and their host plants in the threatened Garry oak ecosystem of Vancouver Island, BC. Research tasks will include catching butterflies, participating in butterfly population surveys, and tending to captured adults for egg collection. The student also will take on a related, independent project. The REU can begin as early as April 1 but later start dates are possible.
Field studies will end July 31, but subsequent study in the lab at Notre Dame is possible. The stipend is $4100 for a minimum of 10 weeks; housing and financial assistance for travel to Vancouver Island is provided. Selected individual must be able to work as a team but also function independently. Prior experience with field work and camping is desired. A valid driver's license is required. Interested applicants should visit the URL below for further details and application requirements. http://globes.nd.edu/news-and-upcoming-events/reu.shtml. Queries also can be sent to Derrick Parker (Ph.D. student) at dparker3@nd.edu and Dr. Jessica Hellmann (principle investigator) at hellmann.3@nd.edu.
Undergraduate students in Civil Engineering, Geology, Biology, Ecology, Hydrology, Physics, Mathematics and related fields are invited to apply to participate in NSF-sponsored summer research at the National Center for Earth-surface Dynamics.
Program dates: June 1 to August 9, 2008
Application Deadline: March 1, 2008
Students work on one of two interdisciplinary teams: "Team Delta" focuses on issues in coastal Louisiana (www.wbi.lsu.edu) and "Team Marmot" focuses on issues related to the 2007 removal of the Marmot dam on Oregon's Sandy River ( www.marmotdam.com). Both teams spend June at the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory (SAFL) (www.safl.umn.edu ), at the University of Minnesota, using experimental modeling to develop an understanding of the physical and biological processes they will explore in the field. The teams then perform field research in July, returning to Minnesota to synthesize their research in posters and papers.
All expenses are paid and students will receive a stipend. Students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply.
Visit http://www.nced.umn.edu/USIP.html for more information or to apply. Contact Diana Dalbotten (dalbo001@umn.edu; 612-624-4608) or Kimberly Hill (kmhill@umn.edu; 612-626-0311) with questions.
Diana Dalbotten, Ph.D.
Director of Diversity
National Center for Earth-surface Dynamics
University of Minnesota
St. Anthony Falls Laboratory
2 3rd Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 624-4608
email: dalbo001@umn.edu
website: www.nced.umn.edu
*The National Center for Earth-surface Dynamics is an NSF Science and Technology Center.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Biological Technician Positions - Forest monitoring
The National Park Service, Inventory and Monitoring Program's National Capital Region Network (NCRN) is hiring multiple biological technicians to implement its long-term forest monitoring program. The positions are based at the Center for Urban Ecology in Washington D.C. (www.nps.gov/cue). The NCRN includes 11 national park units in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. The incumbent will perform various field tasks related to quantitative plant ecology sampling including: installation of permanent vegetation monitoring plots, measurement of trees, shrubs, herbs and grasses, forest canopy characteristics, forest dynamics and collection of plant specimens. He/she must be able to recognize diverse species of vascular plants of the mid-Atlantic region. The field tasks will be performed in both remote and urban locations requiring both attention to safety and excellent field biology skills. The Incumbent will assist with the maintenance of long-term study field sites and equipment. Data entry, report writing and basic manipulation and quality control procedures for vegetation data will be required. Additionally, there may be opportunities to assist with data analysis and presentations. These are full time, temporary positions at both the GS-5 and GS-7 levels with an anticipated start date of May 2008. We anticipate up to six months of work. For full announcement see www.usajobs.gov and search for job announcement numbers NPS-NCR-08-14 and NPS-NCR-08-15.
The positions are open until May 5, 2008
Contact Patrick Campbell at j_patrick_campbell@nps.gov for more information
New internships posted (see job descriptions and application information on eRecruiting):
*Systems and Process Assurance Summer Internship Program – PricewaterhouseCoopers
(Information session and interviews will be held on campus starting February 18)
Oceanography, Sciences and Ocean Engineering Research Fellows – Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows
Teaching, Coaching and Recreational Internships – Harlem RBI
Clinical Research Associates – St. Vincent’s Medical Center
Communications/Writing Intern – Blue Slate Solutions
*Management trainee intern – Enterprise
Quality Control; Engineer; IS summer internships – Mylan Technologies, Inc.
Albany DA intern – Albany County District Attorney’s Office
*Mechanical and Electrical Engineers – Mohawk Fine Papers
*Refugee employment; refugee healthy family program; preferred communities program; educational internships – U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Event Planning Intern – AIDS Council of Northeastern New York
*Summer Brewery Internships – Saranac: Matt Brewing Company
*employers attending the career fair, February 19.
*Career Fair. Employers will be on campus to discuss job opportunities next Tuesday, 2/19, 4-7pm at College Park Hall. Trolley Service from Reamer Campus Center is available during the event. Professional dress is required. Please sign up in advance on eRecruiting to attend. Career Fair preparation session will be held Monday, 3/18, 6pm at the Becker Career Center.
Reminder:
*Employer information sessions (sign up on the eRecruiting calendar to attend). All student are welcome:
2/18 – PricewaterhouseCoopers summer internship program
3/3 – Target Executive job/internship program
3/6 – John’s Hopkins CTY Summer internship program
* Employer/organization representatives will be on campus to speak with students about opportunities.
Need assistance with your internship search, resume, cover letter or networking? Stop by the career center to make an appointment with a career advisor.
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Judi Gordon, Employer Relations Coordinator
Union College, Becker Career Center
www.union.edu/BeckerCareerCenter
Phone: 518-388-6364 Fax 518-388-6544
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Ecology and Botany Field Technicians in Colorado
COLORADO NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM
Position Announcement:TITLE: Ecology and Botany Field Technicians - Temporary Research
Associate I
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 10-20 (temporary)
WORK LOCATIONS: Statewide Colorado
PAY RATE: $1600 - $2400/month
DURATION: 2-4 months (approx. May - September)
Summary of All Positions:
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program seeks experienced ecology and botany field technicians for summer field projects. All projects require field botany or field ecology skills. Knowledge of plant taxonomy and species identification required and experience identifying Colorado flora preferred. Specific positions available include:
Great Sand Dunes Vegetation Ecology Positions:
Several field technicians are needed to fill ecology positions for the 2008 summer field season. Successful applicants will sample vegetation communities in support of a vegetation mapping project on Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve (GRSA). The project area encompasses 413,000 acres in and around this newly created National Park located in the San Luis Valley of South Central Colorado. Field technicians will navigate to remote plot locations and document plant community characteristics. Plot work will occur throughout this very diverse ecosystem that includes everything from high elevation desert shrublands to alpine tundra.
Wetland Ecology Positions for the Rio Grande Headwaters Project:
Field technicians will be responsible for collecting data in wetlands within the Rio Grande Headwaters basin of southern Colorado (San Luis Valley, San Juan Mtns, and Sangre de Cristo Mtns) as part of a larger statewide strategy for protecting and restoring wetlands in Colorado. Data will be collected using both rapid assessment tools (e.g. Floristic Quality Assessment and Ecological Integrity Assessment) and more in-depth surveys (Vegetation Index of Biotic Integrity). Fieldwork will involve extensive collection of vegetation, soil, and environmental data, and detailed completion of field survey forms. Successful applicants will navigate to randomly selected wetlands throughout the basin, often in remote areas that require multi-day trips into the backcountry.
Wetland Ecologist Position for the North Platte River Watershed:
The field ecologist will assist in conducting surveys of wetland natural communities in Jackson and Larimer counties. The fieldwork involves extensive collection of vegetation, soil, and environmental data, identifying plant species, and completion of field survey forms. This position will require knowledge of Colorado flora and ability to use GPS and GIS tools. Willingness to travel extensively during field season, work unusual schedules, and live in rustic conditions for extended periods in remote areas of Colorado are to be expected.
Weed Mapping Position:
The technician will map selected noxious weed species throughout the U.S. Air Force Academy and Farish Memorial Recreation Area near Colorado Springs, CO. This project will utilize a GPS system integrated with a field PDA for mapping weeds and collecting data. Approximately 300 acres of the study area will be mapped daily throughout the summer. The GIS data will be transferred daily to a computer in the field and quality controlled and archived. The technician will assume a high level of responsibility in this position and will work alone approximately ≤ of the time, with periodic assistance from another CNHP Staff Botanist.
Biological Survey Positions:
CNHP has several biological inventory projects searching for and documenting rare species throughout the state, including: Chaffee County, the North Platte River watershed in Colorado, and the areas of Las Animas County dissected by the Purgatory River Canyon lands, and other areas as directed. Field crews will navigate to targeted areas and search for the occurrence of targeted rare species and plant communities. Specific study sites within the project area will be located in all ecosystems, including terrestrial, riparian, and wetland ecosystems of the montane, foothill, and high plains zones.
Duties
Great Sand Dunes Vegetation Ecology Positions:
1. Work with a partner to identify and navigate to plot locations and collect data on species and plant communities present. Requires ability to reliably identify plants and plant communities within the high plains, foothills, montane, subalpine, and alpine zones of Colorado. Identify the dominant species and community structure, and document presence of exotic or rare species,
2. Reliably locate field plots, complete field forms, operate and maintain GPS units, digital cameras, and other field equipment, and manage collected data,
3. Properly preserve or make herbarium specimens of selected plant species,
4. Enter and maintain data in electronic formats (databases, spreadsheets, GP GIS),
5. Thoroughly document all fieldwork using field notebooks, survey forms, maps, and cameras.
Wetland Ecology Positions:
1. Conduct field work as a team or in pairs.
2. Determine land ownership of targeted wetlands and (if on private land) obtain permission from land owners to collect data from property.
3. Using GPS and provided maps, navigate to plot locations via paved roads, dirt roads, trails, and off-trail.
4. Collect data on vegetation, soils, hydrology, and landscape setting. Requires ability to reliably identify plants and plant communities within Rocky Mountain wetlands and riparian areas.
5. Collect and prepare plant specimens for verification and long term storage in a regional herbarium.
6. Enter and maintain data in electronic formats (databases, spreadsheets, GPS, GIS).
7. Other duties as needed.
Biological Survey Positions:
1. Inventory Targeted Inventory Areas (TIA's) to identify rare species and ecological community occurrences,
2. Work with land owners to access and inventory private lands,
3. Use maps, GPS, and GIS tools for orienteering and documentation of occurrences,
4. Map occurrences using maps and/or a field PDA with integrated GPS and GIS,
5. Use computers to review and record data,
6. Record, manage, and archive data on paper and electronic files,
7. Travel by foot, other animal, or motorized vehicles in remote rugged terrain,
Qualifications For All Positions:
B.S. degree in botany or ecology, natural resources, range management, forestry, or related field, or 3 years equivalent field experience required;
1. Knowledge of dichotomous botanical keys and field guides, and the major angiosperm plant families required,
2. Willingness to travel extensively during field season, work unusual schedules (up to 10 consecutive days), backpack, car camp, and live in rustic conditions for extended periods in remote areas of Colorado required;
3. Good physical condition and ability to work long hours in the field required;
4. Experience with aerial photograph and topographic map interpretation preferred;
5. Careful attention to detail required;
6. Comfort and familiarity with the use of computers required;
7. Experience or familiarity with the use of GPS preferred;
8. Knowledge of Colorado flora or fauna preferred;
9. Experience in collecting vegetation and environmental data in the field preferred;
10. Experience with vegetation sampling techniques preferred;
11. One year experience of species identification, community classification, or habitat typing, preferred;
12. Experience in classifying vegetation types preferred;
13. Experience in Natural Heritage Methodology preferred; Demonstrated interest in, and enthusiasm for, conservation preferred
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POSITION(S) WILL REMAIN OPEN AND WILL BE FILLED AS SUITABLE APPLICANTS ARE FOUND. FOR FULL CONSIDERATION, SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND 3
REFERENCES (WITH PHONE NUMBERS) BY MARCH 31, 2008, TO:
(Please indicate which project(s) interest you)
Ecology and Botany Field Technician(s)
Colorado Natural Heritage Program
8002 Campus Mail
Colorado State University
Ft. Collins, CO 80523-8002
Or, preferably, by email as an attachment to: js@colostate.edu
HIRING IS CONTINGENT ON FINAL APPROVAL OF FUNDING
For full consideration applications must be received by March 31st, 2008.
Announcement will remain open until all positions are filled.
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Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements in all programs. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity is located in 101 Student Services Building. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and so identify themselves.
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Undergraduate Research Opportunities - Aquatic Ecology - Auburn, Alabama
Several undergraduate research opportunities in Aquatic Ecology at Auburn University
Positions: 3 or 4 undergraduate technician positions
When: May to August 2008 (start and end dates are somewhat flexible)
What: Experiments will be conducted to determine the utility of using ecological interactions to reduce toxic cyanobacterial blooms in productive aquaculture ponds. Visit www.wilsonlab.com to learn more about the lab and our research interests.
Where: Shell Fisheries Center, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
Responsibilities: Assist in the construction, deployment, maintenance, sampling, and sample analysis of several large-scale mesocosm and small-scale microcosm laboratory experiments.
Qualifications: Must be creative, hard-working, a team player, and work well independently with a strong background in related coursework, such as limnology, ecology, and biology. Experience in the field or lab is not necessary, but preferred.
Pay: $1200/month based on 40 hrs/week
Housing: Housing will not be provided, but numerous inexpensive housing options exist in the Auburn during the summer semester. Assistance identifying available housing will be provided, if needed. Contact: Email questions, resume, unofficial transcripts, cover letter, and contact information to Alan Wilson at wilson@auburn.edu
Applications are currently being accepted for the Summer 2008 University of Colorado Research Experiences for Undergraduates program.
Application deadline is Friday 29th February 2008
The program will run from June 9th - August 15th
The University of Colorado Research Experiences for Undergraduates program provides students with the opportunity to participate in research projects at the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station. More information about the University of Colorado REU program, the faculty involved, the host site, and the application process can be found online through: http://www.colorado.edu/eeb/EEBprojects/reu/
Most student participants will be housed at the Mountain Research Station. Participants will live in cabins at the Station through the summer, offering an opportunity for participation in a unique, focused, research program. MEALS AND HOUSING AT THE MOUNTAIN RESEARCH STATION ARE PROVIDED FREE OF COST TO THE PARTICIPANTS. PARTICIPANTS WILL BE REGISTERED FREE OF CHARGE IN A 1 CREDIT COURSE AND WILL BE PAID A STIPEND OF $4000 FOR THE 10 WEEK PROGRAM. There are two goals of this REU site: * To train promising undergraduate students, from the University of Colorado and other colleges and universities, in modern research methods in the related disciplines of ecology, evolution and behavior * To encourage undergraduate students, especially members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, to enter graduate school in the biological sciences. To this end, the participating faculty are committed to significantly involving undergraduate students in their research, to interacting with undergraduates at both a professional and personal level, and to introducing undergraduates to research in ways that will encourage them to pursue a graduate career in the biological sciences. Questions? Send email to: reuebio@colorado.edu
The following is a posting for an undergraduate research intership at UNC-IMS, please post and circulate.
Thanks - Nate Geraldi
Position title
Undergraduate research internship in marine fisheries conservation Agency/location, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences - Morehead City, NC
Responsibilities: We seek summer interns to work in Charles H. (Pete) Peterson's lab at the University of North Carolina's Institute of Marine Science in Morehead City. Interns will work on multiple marine studies in marine fisheries conservation, including foraging ecology of cownose rays, the effect of cownose rays on seagrass and oyster reef communities, the effects of beach nourishment habitat, impacts of climate change on estuarine habitats, and restoration of bay scallops. This internship will involve field and laboratory work. Applicants with field experience and a background in marine ecology or a related field are preferred. Interns will interact with both faculty and graduate students at the Institute of Marine Science. Start and end dates are flexible.
Qualifications: Upper-division undergraduates or recent graduates with some field interest, research experience, and biology background will be most competitive. SCUBA certification preferred.
Salary: A monthly stipend of $1250 will be provided.
Closing date: March 15, 2008.
Contact/Application
Please send the following 3 documents to the email below:
1) Resume, including GPA, email addresses of three references, and (unofficial) transcript;
2) A description of relevant experience (in 500 words or less); and
3) A brief essay on how this internship fits into your professional goals (in 500 words or less)
Nate Geraldi (geraldi@email.unc.edu)
Duties: Sampling terrestrial salamanders in a long-term experiment on the effects of silvicultural treatments on biodiversity. Fieldwork includes night-time area-constrained searches in Virginia and West Virginia during rainy nights. Other duties will include habitat sampling, invertebrate sampling, data entry, lab work, and other duties as assigned. Two positions will involve overnight traveling in primitive conditions.
Qualifications: Must be able to work irregular hours during cool, rainy nights and warm days, and to tolerate an erratic working schedule. Must be physically fit, possess an attention to detail and have a good disposition despite challenging field conditions. Research transportation provided. Prior experience sampling amphibians in forested systems preferred but not necessary.
Dates: WV Positions: Late April-30 June (possibly mid-July)
VA Positions: May-July with possibility of extension through mid-AugustCompensation: $8-10 hour based on experience and qualifications. Housing provided for West Virginia positions. To Apply: Please send a current resume, contact information for 3 references (including telephone number), and a cover letter that describes your prior field-experience, interest in the project, dates of availability, and preference for VA or WV positions by 29 FEBRUARY 2008 to:
Jessica A. Homyack
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
210A Cheatham Hall
Mail Code 0321
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Or email information to jhomyack@vt.edu with the position title in the subject line.
Bob Soules asked me to forward you information on upcoming Merck internship deadlines (I don't think that we have officially met, I am Rochelle Caruso, Associate Director in the Becker Career Center). As you may know, Jason Katz a Union alum at Merck recently confirmed his participation in our on-campus Career Fair on Feb. 19. He also indicated that Merck is looking for interns this summer.
The online application deadline for Summer Internships is February 15th. Students can explore these paid opportunities at: http://www.merck.com/careers/university/internships.html by clicking "Search for Jobs," then "University Opportunities." Jason also graciously invited any student interested in opportunities with Merck to contact him directly for information about the company or opportunities. His particular position is as a chemist in Basic Research and as such indicated he can provide the most useful input to chemists and biologists.
Please encourage interested students to contact me for assistance in preparing any application materials or those wishing to connect with Jason.
Thank you for sharing this information with interested students,
Rochelle
Rochelle Caruso
Associate Director, Becker Career Center
Union College
Schenectady, NY 12308
518-388-6176
www.union.edu/BeckerCareerCenter
Dear colleagues,
Union College is in the early stages of a 5-year NSF grant with Lafayette College to develop a curriculum that will enable students to carry out work in the sciences and other areas that involves computation. The curriculum will comprise courses in the CS department and modules and courses in students' home departments. The grant includes money for summer student support and money to support faculty in developing modules and courses. If you use computation in your research or teaching, or might use it, and would like to learn more about the opportunities available through this grant, please come to meeting on Friday Feb. 15, 12:50 - 1:50, RCC 205. Lunch will be provided (please RSVP so I can order enough food). If you cannot make the meeting on 2/15 but would like to know more about the grant, please contact me. Thanks.
Valerie
From: Jackie Potts <Jackie_Potts@mail.vresp.com>
Reply-To: Jackie Potts <reply-0a29695931-1daf65463b@u.cts.vresp.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:07:10 +0000
To: <fleishml@union.edu>
Subject: Genomics Education Matching Funds Program Announcement
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Dear Dr. Fleishman,
LI-COR® Biosciences is offering $1.75 million dollars in Genomics Education Matching Funds (GEMF) to help colleges, universities and high schools establish or enhance their programs in genomic studies. We are excited to share this opportunity with you and your institution. Information about this program is available at www.licor.com/gemf <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?LICORBiosciences/0a29695931/1daf65463b/294217c546> .
These funds will be used to acquire LI-COR DNA Analysis instrumentation and software, for use by undergraduate students studying molecular biology and related fields at their institution. LI-COR genomic analysis systems are used for a variety of research applications including sequencing, microsatellites, AFLP®, SNP discovery/screening, and reverse genetics research.
If you or any of your colleagues would like additional information on how to apply for one of these grants, please contact me for a GEMF information packet. The application deadline is April 7th, 2008, and awards will be announced on April 21st, 2008.
To learn about the 4300 DNA Analysis System, visit http://www.licor.com/bio/4300/4300.jsp <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?LICORBiosciences/0a29695931/1daf65463b/6ecdbce65e>
To learn more about Inquiry Based Learning, visit http://www.licor.com/bio/education/quotes_inquiry_based_learning.jsp <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?LICORBiosciences/0a29695931/1daf65463b/35c9a7078e>
For information about Genomics Solutions for Educators, visit http://www.licor.com/bio/education/edumain.jsp <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?LICORBiosciences/0a29695931/1daf65463b/e95ee562ab>
Sincerely,
Jackie Potts
GEMF Program Coordinator
877-564-4094
402-256-9422
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From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Geoffrey Patton
Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 3:19 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] new website - short-term science jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities http://tinyurl.com/2un7jq
Apologies up front - this website is crude. These opportunities are time-critical and I wanted to get it up as fast as possible.
The items in the table are from recent postings on ECOLOG-L and other sites (to be added).
In the future I hope to add user interfaces that allow people to post opportunities directly and to make it easier to just view subsets. If you have suggestions, please send them to me. I know of similar sites and I hope to surpass them.
The goal is to support scientific field efforts with gung-ho help.
Cheers,
Geoff Patton
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Robert Blair
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 10:27 AM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Summer Field Assistants Needed for Bird Research in NV
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (4) needed for continuation of long-term studies of bird responses to fire and fuels management and riparian bird community dynamics in the mountains of central Nevada. Primary responsibilities include daily morning surveys (point counts) and vegetation sampling at survey locations. Excellent opportunity to explore these little-known, spectacular mountain ranges (Shoshone, Toiyabe, Toquima, and Monitor) and to interact with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and land managers.
Duration approximately five weeks (28 May through 2 July) with few days off, but some afternoons free. Research assistants will work independently and in small teams. Use your own 4WD vehicle and receive compensation for mileage, or field vehicle provided. Camping at field sites will be the norm, with occasional access to small-town motels or Forest Service housing with hot shower and basic kitchen facilities. Applicants must have demonstrable experience and proficiency in identification of western birds by sight and sound; bachelor's or advanced degree in ecology or related field preferred. Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to work independently in rugged and remote locations, and willing to work long hours as necessary. Applicants also must have good organizational skills, including ability to collect and maintain accurate hard-copy data records; a valid driver's license with a good driving record and off-road and 4WD experience; and sense of humor and patience. Compensation approximately $3000, but negotiable and dependent on experience. Send cover letter and resume or CV (with names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to both Erica Fleishman (fleishman@nceas.ucsb.edu), National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Santa Barbara, CA and David Dobkin (dobkin@hderi.org), High Desert Ecological Research Institute, Bend, OR. (Please don't respond to Rob Blair, the person who submitted this posting.)
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Robert Blair
Associate Professor
200 Hodson Hall (Mail) 201E Green Hall (Office)
Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology
University of Minnesota
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108
612-624-2198
BlairRB@umn.edu
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Robert Blair
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 10:25 AM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Summer Undergrad Research in Risk and Introduced Spp
I write to invite you to apply for our summer undergraduate research program in Risk Analysis for Introduced Species and Genotypes at the University of Minnesota.
We are recruiting a select group of undergraduates to conduct summer research with our faculty and graduate students. This program provides support and unique opportunities for undergraduate students. We strongly encourage applications from persons of under-represented minorities. Many pressing questions currently face the scientific and policy communities regarding introduced species and genotypes. I invite you to review some of the critical research projects that you could help with as a summer researcher. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to prepare for graduate school or to polish your skills in preparation of a career in environmental science or policy. If you plan to graduate later than the summer of 2008 you are qualified to apply.
To learn more about this summer opportunity and how to apply please visit our website. Note that the Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Programs indicates a 15 February application deadline. We will consider applications until 15 March. If you have difficulties applying after 15 February please let me know (RNewman@umn.edu) and I will facilitate your application. Our program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation as a part of their Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) program. IGERT trains scientists and policy workers to address the global questions of the future. Please do not hesitate to contact me for further information or to chat about our summer program for undergraduate students.
All the best,
Ray Newman, Prof. Fisheries, Wildlife & ConsBio
PD, Risk Analysis for Introduced Species and Genotypes
Internet: RNewman@umn.edu ISGIGERT@umn.edu
University of Minnesota Phone: (612) 625-5704
1980 Folwell Ave. FAX: (612)
625-5299
St. Paul, MN 55108-6124
http://fwcb.cfans.umn.edu/personnel/faculty/newman.php
____________________________________________________________________
Robert Blair
Associate Professor
200 Hodson Hall (Mail) 201E Green Hall (Office)
Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology
University of Minnesota
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108
612-624-2198
BlairRB@umn.edu
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of yong.wang
Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 1:12 AM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Undergraduate Summer Research Experience of Natural
Resource and Environmental Sciences at Alabama A&M University
Alabama A&M University (AAMU) is offering a National Science Foundation sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program that will focus on natural resource and environmental issues. The program will last from May 28 to July 26, 2008. Each student will participate in projects with various researchers from the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) and other entities with focuses on areas including forestry and plant sciences, insects and wildlife ecology, molecular biology and genetics, soil mineralogy and biogeochemistry, hydrology and environmental monitoring, landscape ecology, and human interactions. Responsibilities may include field sampling/site visits, data analysis, and scientific writing. Students will attend seminars and workshops on research, and career planning. At the end of the program, participants will prepare a final report, a poster, and present their research at a research symposium. Students will receive a $4000 stipend, dining card, and be housed in dormitories on the AAMU campus. Minorities and underrepresented groups within the science fields are encouraged to apply. For more detailed information on the summer 2008 research projects, available mentors, application form, and application process, please visit our REU website at http://saes.aamu.edu/reu.htm, or contact Dr. Elica Moss at elica.moss@aamu.edu, Ph: 256-372-8219, or Dr. Yong Wang at yong.wang@aamu.edu, Ph: 256-3724229.
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