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Post-Doctoral Position in Molecular Ecology A postdoctoral position is available in the Blum Lab (www.tulane.edu/~mjblum) in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Tulane University.

 

The incumbent will engage in collaborative research exploring aspects of molecular ecology, landscape genetics, macroecology and/or biogeography of freshwater fishes using theoretical and empirical approaches. Topics of interest in the lab include: the use of genetic tools for assessing aquatic environmental condition; environmental determinants of hybridization among freshwater fishes; metapopulation dynamics of fishes in urban streams; the evolutionary origins of freshwater fish diversity across eastern North America; and island biogeography of amphidromous and secondary freshwater fishes.

 

There is considerable flexibility in the focus of the research the incumbent will conduct, and the incumbent will be encouraged to develop new areas of expertise. However, it is imperative that any research that is undertaken facilitates interactions between the incumbent and members of the lab. Preference will be given to candidates possessing in-depth knowledge of modern molecular techniques and quantitative skills. However, candidates who are carrying out innovative research and who have the desire to develop laboratory skills are encouraged to apply.

 

An initial appointment will be for one year, with continuation for up to two additional years dependent upon performance. A starting date of January 2008 or a mutually agreeable date early in 2008 is strongly preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in ecology, genetics, or closely related field. Send via email attachment a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names and addresses of three references to Dr. Michael Blum at mjblum@tulane.edu. Tulane University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

 

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Due to last minute withdrawals, we are in IMMEDIATE NEED of 2 temporarytechnicians for a deer project in east-central Illinois.

 

Duties include assisting in capturing and radio-marking white-tailed deer, plus habitatmeasurements and surveys of deer abundance.

 

Position begins January 2, 2007

 

Lasts until end of March, with possible extension into April

 

Qualifications: Candidate should be RELIABLE, able to work late nights &early mornings, and prepared for cold weather.

 

Send resume and contactinformation for 3 references.

 

Salary: $8/hour,

HOUSING PROVIDED

Contact: Clay Nielsen

E-mail: kezo92@siu.edu (Preferred) Phone: 618-453-6930

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One full-time laboratory technician position is available in Dr. Jennifer

Tank’s Stream Ecology Laboratory at the University of Notre Dame.

 

Duties will include fieldwork, analysis of gas and water samples, data entry and

management, procurement of laboratory supplies, supervision of undergraduate

research assistants, and general upkeep of laboratory equipment. Training

will be provided on laboratory methods (including spectrophotometry, gas

chromatography, and flow injection analysis) and field methods (including

measuring ecosystem metabolism, nutrient uptake, and organic matter cycling).

 

Current research in the Tank Lab is related to these projects:

 

1. The effect of “two-stage” agricultural ditch restoration on nitrogendynamics in headwater streams.

2. The effect of large woody debris addition on stream ecosystem function

(e.g. organic matter dynamics, nutrient cycling, and macroinvertebrate

secondary production) in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

3. The role of traditional and genetically modified corn material in theform of non-harvested tissue and

pollen in agricultural stream carboncycling in central Indiana.

 

Qualified candidates will have a B.S. in Biology (or related field). Salary

will be commensurate with experience. Please send a letter of interest, a

resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of 3 references (including contact information)

to Mia Stephen(stephen.2@nd.edu), Department of Biological Sciences, University

of NotreDame, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Electronic copies are preferred. Application

review will begin on January 28 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired.

 

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The National Park Service is seeking up to six aquatic technicians for the 2008 summer field season in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI). All vacancies are GS-5 positions at $14.21/hr.

 

The primary objective of these positions is to restore 1) populations of the mountain yellow-legged frog (Rana muscosa), a rapidly declining species, and 2) high elevation lake and stream ecosystems. Primary duties include backpacking to lake basins in park Wilderness, removing non-native trout populations from lakes and streams using gill nets and backpack electrofishers, and surveying populations of the mountain yellow-legged frog. Additional duties include following detailed protocols, recording environmental parameters, and communicating an overview of the project to park visitors. Further additional duties may include entering field data into software programs, managing databases, and writing reports. Emphasis is on field work in both team and individual settings. Work dates depend on timing of snowmelt, but are estimated to be from late June to late September.

 

Interested applicants must apply through the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov. The announcement number is “SEKI 164240” and can be found by typing in the announcement number in the keywords search window of the USAJOBS homepage, clicking “Search,” and then following the link to the actual announcement. Applications must include a resume, a completed questionnaire (shown in announcement), and a copy of your college transcripts (if you wish to be qualified based on experience and education). Read the announcement for specific details. APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST BE COMPLETED BY MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 2008 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THESE POSITIONS. For general application questions contact SEKI Personnel by emailing Ellen_Quinn@nps.gov or calling 559-565-3754. For specific position questions, contact SEKI Aquatic Resources by emailing Danny_Boiano@nps.gov or calling 559-565-4273.

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Fish Culture Engineer

Location: Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife, Grand Isle, VT

Responsibilities: Permanent, full time position at the Ed Weed Fish

Culture Station.

Duties include; responsibility of ensuring thecontinuous and effective functioning of highly sophisticated equipment

(e.g. pumps, computer controllers, filters, generators, etc.

Responsibility of maintaining the operation of an on site wastewater

treatment facility. Establish and conduct a preventative maintenance

program for all operational equipment; assigning and supervisingmaintenance activities at the facility.

Respond to emergencies involvingequipment failures and take action to ensure that appropriate fish

rearing conditions are maintained or quickly restored. Trains all facility personnel in maintenance, emergency response and safetyprocedures. Arrange for repairs or maintenance that cannot beaccomplished by staff. Assist in the oversight of capital projects atthe facility. Participate in fish culture activities and assist inpublic outreach efforts. Provide engineering assistance for the fourother Vermont Fish and Wildlife fish culture stations. Develop capital appropriation requests and collaborate in the planning of future upgrades to all five fish culture stations. Work is performed under the direction of the station Fish Culture Specialist VI. On site housing isprovided as condition of employment.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Education: Education: Bachelor's degree inelectrical or mechanical engineering.

Experience: Two years work experience in electrical/mechanical systems.

Notes: Or Associates degree in electrical or mechanical engineering withfour years work experience in electrical/mechanical systems or abachelor's degree in an engineering discipline with four years workexperience in electrical/mechanical systems, or high school graduationor GED equivalent with six years work experience inelectrical/mechanical systems. Incumbents must acquire a pesticide applicator's license, a wastewaterII operator's certificate and successfully complete the Division'straining course in fish culture.

Starting Salary: Pay grade 23 ($19.50/hr, $20.43/hr) upon successfulcompletion of six-month probationary period, plus 20% base weekly salaryper week as compensation for all overtime worked. Closing Date: 1/18/08 Contact: Apply online at www.vtstatejobs.info<http://www.vtstatejobs.info/> AA/EOE

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Spend 10 weeks studying killer whales in the Pacific Northwest.

Beam Reach is for you if you want to:

 

-study endangered orcas in the wild

-work with experts in killer whale conservation

-learn about marine conservation and sustainability

-sail on a biodiesel electric catamaran

-learn in a small group and get lots of individual time with instructors

-work on science that matters and your own research project

-explore the San Juan Islands in the Pacific Northwest

-earn 18 credits from the University of Washington

 

Find out if Beam Reach is for you:http://www.beamreach.org/is-beam-reach-for-you.html?1lcs08csif080102 Apply Now! Final application deadline for the Spring 2008 program is February 4, 2008.http://beamreach.org/application.html?2lcs08csif080102

 

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Applications are being accepted for the Garden Club of America'sannual Award in Coastal Wetland Studies. The award is a one-year scholarship for graduate studies in coastal wetlands and carries astipend of $5,000 to support field-based research. The goals of the Garden Club are to promote wetlands conservation through the support of young scientists in their fieldwork and research. Selection criteria include the technical merit of the proposed workand the degree to which the work is relevant to the Garden Club objective of promoting wetlands conservation. For the purposes of this scholarship, coastal wetlands are defined as those tidal or nontidal wetlands found within coastal states, including the Great Lakes. Applicants must provide: (1) a resume; (2) a written plan forthe work to be undertaken during the scholarship period; and (3) aletter of endorsement from the applicant's graduate faculty advisor. Find more specific details at: http://ccrm.vims.edu/garden_club.htmlApplication deadline: February 10, 2008.

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Prairie Rivers Network seeks an energetic and self motivated individual to lead an organization working with state agencies, scientists, other advocacy groups, and citizens to protect Illinois’ 87,000 miles of rivers and streams. Individuals with fundraising, program development and advocacy skills with knowledge of the Clean Water Act and its implementation are strongly urged to apply.

 

Organization

 

Prairie Rivers Network is Illinois' statewide river conservation organization and an affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation. Founded in 1967, the organization is headquartered in a dynamic university community. We work to restore and protect Illinois' rivers for the benefit of people, fish, and wildlife. Our work is organized in three program areas: Clean Water, Habitat Protection, and Outreach and Education.

 

For more information about programs and staff: www.prairierivers.org

 

Principal Duties

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall administration and management of the organization. This is a full-time position, hired by and directly accountable to the Board of Directors through its elected president. The principal duties and responsibilities of the Executive Director include:

 

• Serving as the primary planner for the organization.

• Providing information for evaluation of the organization’s programs.

• Overseeing work plans for the organization and the staff.

• Leading, developing and managing the staff.

• Providing staff support and regular reporting to the Board of Directors.

• Developing and directing fund raising program.

• Developing and administering annual budget and reporting to Board.

• Overseeing the finances of the organization.

• Overseeing the implementation of a communications program.

• Coordinating advocacy to government officials.

• Developing and maintaining relationships with partner organizations.

 

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree highly desirable. Five years of responsible executive or senior manager experience in a not for profit organization preferred. The preferred applicant will be a proven leader with strong communication skills; a person who can establish relationships with donors, government officials, leaders of other conservation organizations and members of the Board; who has experience in organizational management and fundraising; who has the ability to think strategically and has experience in conservation issues; and with demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a highly qualified and dedicated staff.

 

Compensation

Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package

 

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, contact information for three references and a brief writing sample (no longer than three pages) to:

 

info@prairierivers.org

 

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Department of Biology

University of Vermont

 

Twelve month assistantship for PhD student to work on one of two possibleprojects:

 

(1) Lake Champlain watershed database modeling or

(2) diseasemodeling based on Chagas disease or whirling disease.

 

The student will have two advisors, Lori Stevens, Professor of Biologyhttp://www.uvm.edu/~biology/Faculty/Stevens/Stevens.htmland Donna Rizzo, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineeringhttp://www.cems.uvm.edu/~rizgroup/

 

The student’s home department will be Biology.http://www.uvm.edu/~biology/ Graduate Research Assistantships are $30,000 for twelve months of support. Students pay non-research course tuition and health care insurance and fees from their assistantship funds ($6000-$7000/year). The GRA is renewable fora second year if the student is in good standing and the student will besupported by the GRA or other sources for up to 5 years if they remain ingood standing. • Interested students should contact Lori Stevens for further information.lori.stevens@uvm.edu• Application deadline is Feb. 1, 2008 but early inquiries and applicationsreceive preference.

 

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Post-doctoral Scientist in Aquatic Ecology

 

* Ohio State University - Aquatic Ecology Laboratory /(Watershed Effects on Lake Erie Yellow Perch)/

 

Dr. Stuart A. Ludsin has two (2) years of support for a post-doctoral scientist to work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers that is exploring how watershed-derived inputs of nutrients and sediments influence Lake Erie yellow perch foraging, growth, health/condition, survival, and recruitment to the fishery, through both bottom-up (e.g., by enhancing zooplankton prey to larvae) and top-down (e.g., by reducing predation mortality on larvae) processes.

 

The successful candidate's primary responsibilities will be to: 1) write manuscripts that synthesize a wealth of available limnological, field-biological, experimental, otolith microchemical, RNA:DNA analysis, and genetics data; 2) supervise technicians; 3) participate in field work (and lab work, if interested); and 4) if interested, help develop a spatially-explicit individual-based model that integrates this suite of field/lab information. Owing to a wealth of data in hand, the incumbent could immediately begin to analyze data, write manuscripts, and/or begin developing an individual-based model.

 

Opportunities to help develop research projects consistent with the incumbent's interests also likely will arise.

*Location: *The incumbent would join a dynamic, interactive group of graduate students, post-docs, visiting scholars, and faculty at The Ohio State University's Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (AEL; http://ael.osu.edu/), which is housed within the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology (EEOB), where Dr. Ludsin recently joined the faculty (http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~eeob/drupal//?q=userpages/176 <http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/%7Eeeob/drupal/?q=userpages/176>'>http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/%7Eeeob/drupal/?q=userpages/176>). *Qualifications:* A successful applicant will be creative, motivated, and capable of working well both independently and cooperatively. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in ecology, aquatic sciences, biology, or a related field. Strong quantitative and written skills are required. Experience supervising personnel, conducting field work, and/or developing individual-based models is highly desired. Knowledge of ArcGIS also would be useful. *How to apply:* Please electronically submit a cover letter, CV, and names/contact information of three references to Stuart Ludsin at ludsin.1@osu.edu <mailto:ludsin.1@osu.edu>* *or mail/FAX your materials to him at the Aquatic Ecology Laboratory, 1314 Kinnear Road, 232 Research Center, Columbus, OH 43212 (Fax: 614-292-0181). Application review will begin on February 1, 2008, and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. An ideal start date would be before April 1, 2008; however, it could be pushed back, if necessary. Feel free to direct questions to Stuart Ludsin at ludsin.1@osu.edu <mailto:ludsin.1@osu.edu> or 614-292-1613. ________________________________________________________________________________

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*Post-doctoral Scientist in Aquatic Ecology* Ohio State University - Aquatic Ecology Laboratory /(Coastal Hypoxia: Fish Ecologist/Ecological Modeler)/// *Description:* We have two (2) years of support for a Post-doctoral scientist in fish ecology/ecological modeling. The successful candidate will work directly with *Dr. Stuart Ludsin* (The Ohio State University; http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~ee...q=userpages/176 <http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/%7Eeeob/drupal/?q=userpages/176>) and secondarily with *Dr. Tomas Hook* (University of Michigan; http://www-personal.umich.edu/~thook/ <http://www-personal.umich.edu/%7Ethook/>) on an interdisciplinary research project that seeks to understand the ecological effects of hypoxia on Lake Erie's food web, including fish behavior, growth, and recruitment. The primary responsibility of the incumbent will be to develop and apply various models (spatially-explicit bioenergetics, statistical), using extant physical and biological field data, as well as output from other physical and lower trophic level models. The incumbent also will work with colleagues at NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory and the University of Maryland to synthesize a wealth of fish acoustics, zooplankton, and physical data collected in Chesapeake Bay, the northern Gulf or Mexico, and Lake Erie to identify how hypoxia has been influencing aquatic food webs and fishery dynamics in those systems. Through such interactions, we anticipate that opportunities to develop additional research projects consistent with the incumbent's interests will arise.

 

*Location: *The incumbent would join a dynamic, interactive group of graduate students, post-docs, visiting scholars, and faculty at The Ohio State University's Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (AEL; http://ael.osu.edu/), which is housed within the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology (EEOB), where Dr. Ludsin recently joined the faculty.

 

*Qualifications:* A successful applicant will be creative, motivated, and capable of working well, both independently and cooperatively. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in ecology, aquatic sciences, biology, or a related field. Strong quantitative and written skills are required. Experience in developing/applying ecological and/or statistical models is desired.

 

Application review has already begun, and we hope to identify potential candidates to interview before February 1, 2008. Start date is flexible, although we would ideally like the successful candidate to begin before summer 2008. Feel free to direct questions to Stuart Ludsin at ludsin.1@osu.edu ________________________________________________________________________________

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Stuart A. Ludsin

1314 Kinnear Rd.,

232 Research Center

Aquatic Ecology Laboratory

Dept. of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio 43212

Phone: 614-292-1613

Fax: 614-292-0181

Email: ludsin.1@osu.edu <mailto:ludsin.1@osu.edu>http://eeob.osu.edu/~eeob/drupal//?q=userpages/176/ <http://eeob.osu.edu/%7Eeeob/drupal/?q=userpages/176/>

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The Cooperative Institute for Limnology and Ecosystems Research (CILER),

administered by the University of Michigan, announces the 2008 Great Lakes

Summer Student Fellowship Program. The 2008 program is hosted by the

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Great Lakes

Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) and Thunder Bay National Marine

Sanctuary, the U.S.Geological Survey’s (USGS) Great Lakes Science Center,

and the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.

 

We seek to fill twenty-four (24) full-time, twelve-week positions.

Preference is given to currently enrolled or just-graduated undergraduates,

although graduate student applications will also be considered. Successful

applicants will receive a stipend of $5,000 for the twelve-week fellowship.

 

Summer fellowships are available in a broad range of fields including

Aquatic Ecology, Communications, Outreach and Education, Maritime

Archaeology, Data Analysis, Modeling, Marine Instrumentation, Fisheries,

Oceanography, and Wetlands/GIS. Details on the individual fellowship

opportunities are listed at:

 

http://ciler.snre.umich.edu/summerfellowspositions.php.

 

All application materials are located on the CILER website

(http://ciler.snre.umich.edu). Fellowship applications must contain:

 

1. a completed application form

2. a résumé

3. transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable and can be mailed or

e-mailed separately)

4. one reference letter (can be sent electronically if it originates from

the reference writer)

 

E-mail applications to: GLsummerfellows@umich.edu

 

All application material is due 22-February, 2008. Late applications will

not be considered. Decisions about all positions will be made by 21-March,

2008.

 

For specific questions about each opportunity, contact the individual

mentors. These e-mail addresses are provided with the opportunity

descriptions.

 

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

 

 

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Seasonal Fisheries Employment Opportunity

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)

 

Classification:

Experimental Biology Aide - 5 Positions

(Classification #C3769 ­ there is no announcement number for this

recruitment)

 

Salary Range:

$1,831 ­ $2,500 per month (Commensurate with experience)

 

Location:

Charleston, Oregon

 

Duration:

Three positions - 12 months (April 1, 2008 ­ March 31, 2009) (possible

extension)

Two positions ­ 8 months ((March 1, 2008 ­ October 31, 2008) (possible

extension)

 

Job Description:

These positions combined form a team of samplers to support a new

field-based effort to assess estuarine shellfish populations and habitats

primarily in Coos Bay; however, there may be some travel to other estuaries.

Work includes:

· Intertidal and subtidal (using SCUBA) surveys of estuarine shellfish

populations

· Field sampling to characterize estuarine habitats

· Collecting biological data on samples (e.g. species composition, length,

age, etc.)

· Excellent data recording and management, including data entry

· Maintaining equipment (e.g. boats, dive gear, field sampling equipment,

etc.)

· Participation in literature review, data analysis, report writing, using

charts and mapping;

 

Requirements:

€ Must be willing to work long hours in the field in estuarine habitats;

this position requires a flexible work schedule that will vary in the number

of hours worked each day (but not necessarily every day), and a work

schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary each day (but not

necessarily every day)

· Must have valid driver license and an acceptable driving record

· Must have or obtain SCUBA certification and use this skill in estuarine

conditions

· Must have or obtain an Oregon Boater Education card (For more information

about mandatory boater education in Oregon, please see the Oregon State

Marine Board website at www.boatoregon.com)

· Minimum qualifications are not established for this position, however,

priority may be given to applicants with one or more of the following

skills:

o Field experience in aquatic environments

o Small boat handling/maintenance/operation

o Research diving

o Experimental design and gear preparation

o Data management, statistical analysis, GIS mapping

o Degree in biological or marine sciences

o CPR and First Aid training

 

To Apply:

Mail or FAX a completed State of Oregon Employment Application form (PD100)

by Friday, February 22, 2008 to:

 

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Attn: Caren Braby

PO Box 5003

Charleston, Oregon, 97420

 

Phone: 541-888-5515

FAX: 541-888-6860

Email: caren.e.braby@state.or.us

 

INTERVIEWS will be scheduled for those applicants who appear to be best

suited, based upon an evaluation of their education, experience, and

training and its relevance to this position. Depending on interest,

applications may or may not be accepted after February 22, 2008.

 

State of Oregon application forms can be obtained from the State¹s Jobs Page

at www.oregonjobs.org.

 

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S.

Department of Homeland Security¹s I-9 form confirming authorization to work

in the United States. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

 

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form

(PD100), you may call the ODFW human resources office at (503) 947-6051

between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. Reasonable

accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals

with disabilities.

 

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal

opportunity/affirmative action employer.

 

 

 

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Caren E. Braby, PhD

Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife

63357 Boat Basin Road

P.O. Box 5003

Charleston, OR 97420

(541) 888-5515

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PhD Assistantship - Mixed Stock Analysis of Steelhead Trout in Lake Erie

Bowling Green State University

Department of Biological Sciences

Bowling Green , OH, USA

 

http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/

 

A PhD-level position for graduate study is available for Fall 2008 to conduct research on steelhead trout distribution, philopatry and mixed stock analyses in Lake Erie. Virtually all steelhead in Lake Erie come from annual stockings by four states (MI, OH, PA, and NY). Water chemistry differences in the hatcheries in each state suggest that differences among state stockings can be determined via otolith chemistry (differences in elemental or isotope ratios). We have three years of Ohio Sea Grant funding to study the questions above, and we are looking for a PhD student to take the lead addressing these.

 

Support includes Research Assistantships for two of three semesters each year (GTA the other semester) with tuition and fees waived. Start Date: August 15, 2008 for the graduate program, although we have funding to start you as a tech for at least part of the summer.

 

Qualifications: Master's degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field is required with a good background in inorganic chemistry and analytical/quantitative skills.

 

Minimum academic requirements for the program are an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and a GRE score of 1100 and 4.5 (verbal + quantitative and analytical writing, respectively). International students are expected to have a minimum TOEFL score of 250 (computer based) or 600 (paper based). For application materials and instructions for the graduate program in Biological Sciences, please go to the following website: http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/pr...grad/index.html

 

For further information, contact Jeff Miner (jminer@bgsu.edu).

 

http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/pe...ulty/miner.html

 

Deadline: Position is open until filled.

 

Note - the University does not have a deadline for application to the graduate program, but we want to have the position filled by April 15, so applications should be completed by March 15. --

Jeffrey G. Miner,

Ph.D.Associate Professor

Aquatic Ecology and Fisheries Laboratory

Graduate Program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology

Department of Biological Sciences

Bowling Green State

UniversityBowling Green, OH 43403

USA(419) 372-8330 Fax: (419) 372-2024jminer@bgnet.bgsu.eduhttp://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/

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Several Research Assistantships (M.S. and Ph.D.) are available at the School of Natural Resources, Department of Forestry, at the University of Missouri. Selected graduate student(s) will be working on the impacts of development and land use/cover changes on water yield, peak flows, urban runoff, and water quality in forested, agricultural and urban ecosystems. The University of Missouri campus is conveniently located equidistant from Kansas City (126 miles) and St. Louis (125 miles) and is considered in the top ten of the nation's universities with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. Applicants should have a BS or MS degree in hydrology, watershed hydrology, water quality, forestry, natural resources, environmental sciences, or a related field and possess a keen interest in water resources and water quality. Applicants must possess a valid US driver's license and be able to work independently and collaboratively with others. Experience in stream measurements, data processing, hydrologic analysis and modeling, water quality monitoring, and GIS and computer programming is desirable but not mandatory. A highly competitive stipend is offered plus tuition waiver and health insurance coverage. If interested, please contact, and/or send a cover letter stating your research interests, your curriculum vitae, university transcripts, GRE scores, and the names and contact information of three referees by email to: Dr. Jason A. Hubbart, Department of Forestry, University of Missouri, 203-Q ABNR Bldg, Columbia, MO 65211, USA; Tel No. (573) 884-7732; Fax: (573) 882-1979; Email: hubbartj@missouri.edu

 

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USDA NATIONAL NEEDS GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPSTHE RUBENSTEIN SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES at the University of Vermont Full Fellowships for Ph.D. Degrees for Multicultural Graduate Students in Watershed Science and Ecosystem Science GRADUATE STUDY IN WATERSHED AND ECOSYSTEM SCIENCEThe Rubenstein School is a multi-disciplinary academic unit that strives tointegrate disparate disciplines to create knowledge and develop solutions toa broad array of environmental issues. The School provides facultyexpertise in Watershed and Ecosystem Science, particularly the work of Dr.W. Breck Bowden, Dr. Mary C. Watzin, Dr. Austin Troy, Dr. J. Morgan Grove,Dr. Deane Wang and Dr. Allan Strong. This doctoral experience will includeclose mentoring from faculty, opportunities at University’s Center forTeaching and Learning, and funding to participate in conferences. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIESMulticultural Fellows will work with internationally-renowned faculty at UVMand will be part of an academically stimulating environment centered at TheRubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources and including otherfaculty research groups at the University of Vermont including the GundInstitute of Ecological Economics, the Lake Champlain Sea Grant, theIntegrated Research on Water in the Environment faculty, the Vermont WaterResource and Lake Study Center, the Rubentstein Ecosystem ScienceLaboratory, the Spatial Analysis Laboratory, the Northeastern StatesResearch Cooperative, the Vermont Monitoring Cooperative, the National ParkService Conservation Study Institute, and the Vermont Cooperative Fish andWildlife Research Unit. Students can choose a wide variety of researchareas to work in. Some examples are as follows: Professor Bowden studiesthe interaction between hydrological and biogeochemical processes and linksthis understanding directly to resource managers, policy makers, andcommunity stakeholders (Redesigning the American Neighborhoodhttp://www.uvm.edu/%7Eran/ran/). Professor Troy works on sustainability inurban and suburban land use, especially in the context of transportation andland use policy. In addition, he and Professor Grove study the distributionof ecological features in the landscape and their linkage to the provisionof ecosystem services (Baltimore Ecosystem Study http://www.beslter.org/). Professor Watzin studies lake and watershed ecosystems and the connection ofbiology to overall ecosystem health. She works closely with local,regional, and national authorities to bring ecosystem science intodecision-making in public policy and resource management contexts (see:http://www.uvm.edu/envnr/rubenstein/research_2007.pdf). Professor Strong’sresearch focuses on the effects of humans on ecosystem structure andfunction with an emphasis on avian habitats (see: http://www.uvm.edu/envnr/?Page=envnr_peopl...cv/strong.html). ELIGIBILITYTo be eligible for the fellowships, multicultural1 candidates should becitizens or nationals of the United States as determined in accordance withFederal Law and have a strong interest in pursuing a career in research andteaching related to watershed and ecosystem science. Candidates should nothave completed two semesters or equivalent hours of full-time graduate studyat the Doctoral level or have been previously enrolled in an academicprogram at the doctoral degree level. FELLOWSHIP BENEFITSThe fellowship will provide:1) a full tuition scholarship for the three-year program ($46,530)2) three years of health insurance ($4,412)3) a three-year stipend of $72,000 ($24,000/year)4) a three-year cost of education allowance ($1,500/year) for participationin conferences and enrichment activities. HOW TO APPLY FOR FALL 2008 ACADEMIC YEAR1) We will start reviewing applications 1st February 2008, includingapplication materials submitted to the Graduate College (see:http://www.uvm.edu/~gradcoll/appinstructions.html) and several short essayssubmitted to the Graduate Office of The Rubenstein School of Environment andNatural Resources.2) Please contact Carolyn Goodwin Kueffner (cgoodwin@uvm.edu, 802-656-2511)for instructions for these personal essays and for any other questions aboutthe Fellowship.

 

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Summer Employment – Stream & Riparian Ecology The Idaho State University Stream Ecology Center is seeking candidates fortwo summer positions to assist in nutrient and food web studies in the RockyMountains. Projects include an experimental study of effects of salmoncarcasses on linked stream-riparian ecosystems, human effects on nutrientprocessing and export in a eutrophic river, and effects of terrestrial andaquatic nonnative species on stream production. Duties: Assist with field sampling and experimental studies of stream andriparian zones. Opportunities include analyses of aquatic and riparian foodwebs including fish, aquatic insects, algae, and riparian predators,conducting nutrient releases to quantify uptake and export, and measurementsof whole ecosystem metabolism. This is an excellent opportunity to learnskills needed to perform graduate-level research in stream ecology and/orfisheries biology. Qualifications: Candidates should be enthusiastic, have a strong workethic, and work well with others. The capability to work long days underpotentially adverse weather conditions and terrain is a must. Fieldexperience in stream ecology, fisheries, or hydrology preferred. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience($8-11/hr). Travel expenses to accomplish field work will be covered.Employees will work a minimum of 40 hr/wk. Employment dates: Position is from June through August or September (someflexibility on dates). Application: E-mail cover letter and resumé including experience, relevantcoursework, contacts for three references, and dates available to Dr. ColdenBaxter (baxtcold@isu.edu, 208-282-6098), Dept. of Biological Sciences, IdahoState University, Pocatello, ID 83209, webhttp://www.isu.edu/departments/strmecol. Consideration of applicants willbegin immediately; apply as soon as possible for full consideration.Application deadline March 28, 2007.

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Job Description: Graduate Research Assistantship in Wildlife Sciences funded by the USForest Service is available through the Alabama Cooperative Fish andWildlife Research Unit (ALCFWRU) at the School of Forestry and WildlifeSciences at Auburn University. The selected student will conduct fieldresearch on the factors that influence the use of natural ponds in theCopper River Delta, Alaska by waterfowl and other birds. Ponds andother water bodies in the Copper River Delta (CRD) occur across adynamic range of sites from glacial outwash plains to recently formedtidal marshes. This research is part of a multi-university,multi-disciplinary project examining chemical characteristics, nutrientlimitation, aquatic food webs, and their linkages to terrestrial birdsand herbivores. Desired Qualifications: The selected student must be highly motivated and willing to work inadverse weather conditions at remote locations on the CRD as part of aresearch team with multi-disciplinary interests. Ideally the selectedshould have a working knowledge of water birds and their habitatrequirements, the ability to recognize birds by sight and sound, as wellas methods for estimating habitat relationships, distribution, andabundance and field experience. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology,wildlife sciences, or a related discipline. A Masters degree andrelevant work experience conducting water bird surveys in remote areasare preferred. How to Apply: Candidates will apply for admission into the School of Forestry andWildlife Sciences graduate program at Auburn University in Auburn, AL. Details regarding application to the graduate school are available athttp://www.grad.auburn.edu/. The starting date is summer semester2008 with potential for earlier employment opportunities. Selectionwill be based on letters of recommendation, work experience, andenthusiasm for the work proposed. Send letter of interest, resumé, GREscores, transcripts, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses ofthree references to Dr. James B. Grand at grandjb@auburn.edu. Salary: M.Sc. $15,540, Ph.D. $18,180 for 12 months plus out-of-statetuition waiver. Deadline: Review of applications is ongoing. All application materialsshould be submitted by Mar. 15, 2008

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