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EEB Undergrad Newsletter: Need to visit the EEB office? Stop by BioSciences West Room 310 from Monday-Friday Hours: 8-12 and 1-5 (closed from 12-1) Phone: 621-1588 http://www.eebweb.arizona.edu/undergrads/newsletter_current.htm Important Dates & Announcements 2. State of Science at the University of Arizona and the Southwest 3. AMSA – American Medical Student Association Meeting 4. Merits Program Peer Advisors Field Courses for Summer 2007!!! 6. Field Course in Forest Ecosystems – Michigan Biological Station 7. Harvard University – The Biodiversity of Borneo Summer2007 Research/Field/Internship Opportunities 8. Biological Technician – Botany (Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Montana) paid 9. Arizona Game and Fish Internships 10. Wildlife Aids and Technicians, Arizona – bat, flycatcher, and fish paid/housing 11. Internship – Plants and Invasive Species, Washington, DC paid/housing 12. Field Assistants, Anole food web interactions – Central Florida stipend/housing 13. Forest Conservation Internships - Pennsylvania 14. Undergraduate Research – Bats in Texas paid/housing 15. Field Assistant Needed For Mammal Study housing 16. Gilman International Scholarships for Study Abroad 17. Ecosystem Ecology Research Technician 18. Biologist position – Mesa, Arizona 19. Plant Biologist – Riverside, California 20. Field Technician Positions – Florida Atlantic University 21. Research Assistant – Plant/Animal ecology, Harvard University 22. Environmental Specialist – Washington 23. Staff Biologist – Biology Department, Idaho CSR 24. Biologist Position – monitoring Appalachian National Scenic Trail 25. Oak Ridge National Laboratory – Intern for Climate Research 26. PhD and MS Assistantships – Ecosystem Modeling (Auburn University) 27. PhD Position in Forest Hydrology – Michigan Technological University 28. Graduate Opportunity in Marine Algal Ecological Physiology - Delaware 29. PhD opportunity in Salmonid Conservation Genetics - Quebec 30. MS Research Assistantship – University of Arkansas Forest Resources Important Dates & Announcements MAR 7 ALL registration changes require not only the instructor's signature indicating permission on a Change of Schedule form, but also the Dean's signature. MAR 10-18 Spring Break - no classes MAR 24-30 Begin priority registration for graduate, medicine, pharmacy, seniors, and post-baccalaureate education certification students MAR 30 Last day for May and August graduates to apply for degree candidacy in order to have their name listed in the Spring Commencement Program MAR 31-APR 6 Begin priority registration for juniors APR 7-13 Begin priority registration for sophomores APR 14-20 Begin priority registration for freshmen and unclassified students ************************************************************************ Things to do and Awards (Clubs, Info Sessions, Awards) 1) Spring 2007 Science and Engineering Career Series What can you do with your biology degree? Listen to guest speakers, enjoy a free delicious dinner, and learn about what others have done with their degrees! ************************************************************************ 2) State of Science at the University of Arizona and the Southwest State of Science Wednesday, March 7th 2007 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Catalina Room, Student Union Memorial Center This event will be a unique opportunity to explore the "state of science" at the University of Arizona with a focus on the importance of collaborations and "team science" broadly speaking. Accordingly, we will highlight both the importance of interdisciplinarity as well as inclusion and diversity. Excellence in research increasingly means bringing multiple viewpoints to the table. The program will feature presentations by University of Arizona President Dr. Robert Shelton, Vice President for Research Dr. Leslie Tolbert, as well as Science Foundation Arizona President, Dr. William Harris. In addition, successful interdisciplinary researchers from the Climate Assessment for the Southwest project (CLIMAS), the IGERT in Archeological Science, the Center on Materials & Devices for Information Technology Research, the Center for Insect Science, and BIO5 will also be present. Refreshments will be served. ************************************************************************ 3) AMSA – American Medical Student Association Meeting ************************************************************************ 4) Merits Program Peer Advisors Multicultural Affairs and Student Success Student Assistants Applications are available at the Robert L. Nugent Building. The deadline for applications is Friday, March 9, 2007. Nearly 75 positions are available across these programs, and prior program experience is not necessary. However, strong consideration is only given to student applicants with a 2.75 cumulative GPA or higher. Students who are employed by our programs gain valuable skills and experience, while providing leadership and mentorship to their peers in a supportive and challenging student services environment. More information about each program is available by contacting Undergraduate Initiatives at (520) 621-3093. ************************************************************************ Courses for Summer 2007 5) Undergraduate Research in the School of Natural Sciences, Trinity College Dublin http://www.tcd.ie/naturalscience/ureka "Integrating Ecology and Evolution in a Changing World" is a summer, undergraduate research programme based in Dublin, Ireland. Its aim is to provide research training and experience, as well as an introduction to Ireland, to national and international undergraduate students. Students will work within active research groups in Trinity College Dublin, Ireland's premier university. Full funding is available for ten students to participate in this 10-week programme, from 2 July - 7 September 2007. International students are also entitled to assistance with travel costs.All applications must be received by 16 March. The new School of Natural Sciences, comprising the departments of Botany, Geography, Geology and Zoology, and the Centre for the Environment, hosts internationally acclaimed biological, physical and social scientists. It provides a dynamic and exciting research environment, with ~40 academic staff, ~20 post-doctoral fellows, and ~120 graduate students. The summer undergraduate research programme cuts across the ecology and evolution research strands within the School, and offers projects ranging from climate change to behaviour to phylogenetics , and training in both practical laboratory and field skills, as well as generic science communication skills. Students will be embedded within active research groups and receive direct training from PIs, as well as post-doctoral fellows and graduate students. A weekly seminar programme will cover research ethics, the transition to graduate school, current topics in ecology and evolution, and science communication. At the end of the programme students will both write up and present their research project at a one-day symposium. In addition to the science, an active social programme will introduce students to the delights of Dublin, and the beauty and history of Ireland. Requirements: completion (in 2007) of the penultimate year of an undergraduate biological science degree, proficiency in English (written and spoken), and aspiration to pursue research in ecology or evolution Your application must include a CV (with 2 referees) and a completed application form, which you will download from the website www.tcd.ie/naturalscience/ureka Details for the application process can be found on the website. All materials must be received by Friday 16 March 2007 Research Projects: Host-parasite molecular phylogeny; Grass phylogenetics; Parasite morphology; Shrimp feeding ecology; Plant biodiversity in conservation areas; Plant biodiversity in managed forestry; Phylogeny of Thai plants; Management and respiration in crops; Crop greenhouse emissions; Foraging and competition in bivalves For more details, please see: http://www.tcd.ie/naturalscience/ureka or e-mail: fimolony@tcd.ie ************************************************************************ 6) Field Course in Forest Ecosystems – Michigan Biological Station Undergraduate field course in forest and wetland ecology: Forest Ecosystems, 8-week summer term, at the University of Michigan Biological Station in Pellston, MI (near the northern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula).This introductory course features both upland and wetland ecosystems and their most important trees, shrubs, and herbs. Every class period is taught at field sites in northern Michigan. The course emphasizes the interconnections of geology, climate, soil, disturbance, and vegetation of the diverse ecological systems of UMBS and the Straits of Mackinac area. Dynamics of fire ecology, regeneration of forest species, and forest succession are also stressed in lectures, discussions, and twice-weekly field trips. Knowledge of forest species and ecosystem components through hands-on field work provide the basis for understanding why plants grow where they do. This ecocentric approach is applicable in temperate forest ecosystems around the world. Students are required to have had one college-level course in introductory biology OR permission of Instructor, but no other prior experience is required. Plant identification will be taught along with basic ecological skills in field sampling of forest ecosystems. This and other courses at the UM Biological Station meet two days each week. For further information and application, please see the UMBS Website: www.lsa.umich.edu/umbs Merit and need-based scholarships are available; deadline for scholarship applications is February 28. For additional information, please contact Dennis Albert albertd@msu.edu ************************************************************************ 7) Harvard University – The Biodiversity of Borneo In association with the Harvard University Summer School, the Center for Tropical Forest Science and the Arnold Arboretum (CTFS-AA) will offer a field biology course to be held in Sarawak and Sabah (East Malaysia) from 23 July to 26 August 2007. Southeast and South Asian participants will join US students to study terrestrial and marine biodiversity, ecology and conservation, with instructors from Harvard University and other institutions.Our course will explore the complexities of conservation today, including trips to sustainably-managed, carbon-traded, and restored forests. The students will complete two independent projects, from conception to presentation, and participate in a group project on the coral reef. The course is aimed at advanced undergraduates, recent graduates currently active in biological research, and postgraduate entry-level students. For more information on the course see: http://www.summer.harvard.edu/2007/programs/abroad/borneo/ Queries and completed application materials should be directed to Cam Webb cwebb@oeb.harvard.edu Please note: the application deadline has been extended for US students to 15 March 2007. ************************************************************************ Summer 2007 Research/Fieldwork/Internships 8) Biological Technician – Botany (Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Montana) paid Responsibilities: Riparian vegetation data collection, which includes extensive plant identification. The positions will begin in Mid-May and run through Mid-September. Qualifications: plant taxonomy course and experience identifying plants using dichotomous keys Salary: $13.83/ hour. Additionally, employees receive per diem of $16 Closing Application Date: 4/14/07 Start Date: 5/15/07, working until 9/15/07 — end date somewhat flexible Contact: For more information, job announcement #s and how to apply, visit our website: www.fs.fed.us/biology/fishecology/emp/ and click on ‘Employment – 2007’. ************************************************************************ 9) Arizona Game and Fish Internships Apply for the Internship Program under the Arizona Game and Fish Department for the upcoming summer by submitting a resume to the Department at their recruitment site www.azstatejobs.gov before 5 March. You must be enrolled as a full time student in an academic program related to wildlife management or ecology to be eligible. For more details, see Bill Mannan (Biological Sciences East 201) mannan@ag.arizona.edu ************************************************************************ 10) Wildlife Aids and Technicians, Arizona – bat, flycatcher, and fish paid/housing USDA Forest Service, Tonto National Forest The Tonto Basin Ranger District will be filling four Biological Science Aid/Technician positions soon. These positions are temporary (April 2007 thru September 2007) with the duty station in Roosevelt, Arizona. Duties include but are not limited to: conducting southwestern willow flycatcher surveys; bat surveys; and fish surveys across the Tonto National Forest. This will involve following established protocols for bird monitoring, identification of southwestern willow flycatchers and other common southwestern riparian birds by sight and sound, use of GPS and GIS technology, use of bat detectors, use of kayaks and/or canoes, use of electrofish shockers, seine netting, and hiking in rough terrain in extreme heat. Field work covers a vast range of elevations and habitats, from Sonoran desert to mixed conifer and offers the opportunity to gain experience with variety of different species. On site housing is available. Good physical condition, the ability to swim, and willingness to spend long hours in the field are a must. Applicants must apply on-line through Avue Digital Services at https://www.avuedigitalservices.com/ Position: Announcement Number: GS-0404-03 ($11.01 ph) ADS04-WOFSJOBS-003DT GS-0404-04 ($12.36 ph) ADS04-WOFSJOBS-004DT GS-0404-05 ($13.83 ph) ADS04-WOFSJOBS-005DT If additional information is needed, please contact: Heidi Plank hplank@fs.fed.us Telephone: 928-467-3200 ************************************************************************ 11) Internship – Plants and Invasive Species, Washington, DC paid/housing Position available to assist botanist in resurvey of herbaceous and woody plants within multiple plots that differ in their abundance of invasive species and deer herbivory. Work is part of a multi-year National Park Service and Smithsonian Institution-sponsored study in Great Falls National Park, MD-VA and the Conservation and Research Center, Front Royal, VA, both located in Greater Washington DC Metro area. Internship will entail extensive time in field and data entry on rainy days. Need biology background and working knowledge of plant identification for eastern deciduous forests. Start about May 15 for 3 months. Stipend of $1000/month, plus possibility of free housing. Send resume, copy of transcript, and contact information for references to mcsheaw@si.edu by March 11. ************************************************************************ 12) Field Assistants, Anole food web interactions – Central Florida stipend/housing Dates: June 4 – August 4, 2007 Description: Two field assistants are needed in a study comparing the food web interactions of native and exotic Anolis lizards in Florida. Fieldwork will involve capturing anoles and arthropod prey species and monitoring their interactions in field enclosures. Start and end dates are flexible, but assistants must be available for periods of either one or two months. Housing and a small living stipend ($250/month) will be provided. Assistants will be responsible for travel to and from Orlando, Florida. Opportunity for a small, independent research project exists. Qualifications: Experience capturing and handling lizards preferred, but not required. Applicants must be willing to work in hot and humid conditions in areas with biting insects and venomous snakes. To apply: Email a letter of interest, resume or CV, and contact information for three references to: Nathan Turnbough, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Tennessee, nturnbou@utk.edu Please put “FIELD ASSISTANT” in the subject line. ************************************************************************ 13) Forest Conservation Internships - Pennsylvania During the 2007 field season, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Pennsylvania will hire 4 interns, including two crew members and two crew leaders, to support TNC’s Forest Conservation Program. Forest Conservation Interns will provide technical and scientific support in the collection of field data associated with overall forest conservation goals, especially as related to TNC’s late-successional and old-growth forest conservation and restoration research program. The Forest Conservation internship will be a full-time, short-term position, approximately 35 hours per week, May 10 – September 1. Start and end dates are negotiable; weekly schedule will vary depending on weather conditions. Requirements: 1. Currently working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Ecology, or Biology or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Advanced knowledge and experience with tree identification 3. Ability to navigate with a map and compass.4. Knowledge and experience with regional flora, fauna and ecosystems. 5. Ability to evaluate habitat conditions and collect and process data and specimens. 6. Experience with statistical analysis of natural communities and a variety of environmental data on ecological communities considered a plus. 7. Familiarity with the methodology of the network of Natural Heritage Programs and Conservation Data Centers, remote sensing applications and geographic information systems considered a plus. To apply: Please send resume and cover letter to: Scott Bearer, Ph.D sbearer@tnc.org Application deadline: March 23, 2007. For more information, visit: www.nature.org/pennsylvania ************************************************************************ 14) Undergraduate Research – Bats in Texas paid/housing A research assistant is needed for a project examining factors affecting foraging activities of the insectivorous Brazilian free-tailed bat. This research will take place in south-central Texas. Project will run roughly between mid May to mid August (summer 2007). This is a paid field position (w/ housing). Work will include: Nightly recording of foraging bat calls, measuring environmental variables, data entry/analysis, and potential help/participation in additional bat research being conducted in the region. For more information please contact Noa Davidai at ndavidai@utk.edu ************************************************************************ 15) Field Assistant Needed For Mammal Study housing One motivated VOLUNTEER field assistant is needed to assist UC-Berkeley PhD student in study of mammalian mating systems and disease ecology. The study site is located in Southern California in the Colorado Desert. Duties include assisting with live capture of small rodents, taking morphologic measurements, erecting trapping grids, assisting with radio-telemetry study and baiting traps. Although no pay can be offered, housing will be provided for while on location. Start date is flexible, but is preferably on or around 5-Apr-07 and will last for 6-8 weeks (also flexible). If interested, please send a resume, statement of interest, and one letter of recommendation (preferably from Faculty/Employer/GSI/Advisor) to Matt MacManes at eremicus@gmail.com ************************************************************************ Other things to do for $$$ (scholarships, grants, etc) 16) Gilman International Scholarships for Study Abroad The Gilman International Scholarship is now accepting applications from students participating in study abroad programs during Fall 2007/ Academic Year 2006-2007. The Gilman Scholarship is open to all U.S. undergraduates, in good academic standing, who meet the criteria listed below: The applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of study abroad. The applicant is applying to or has been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student's institution of higher education in the U.S. The applicant is studying abroad for at least four weeks in one country. The applicant is studying abroad in a country not currently under a U.S. Department of State Travel Warning or in Cuba. The applicant is studying on a program that begins between July 15, 2007 and October 15, 2007. The Fall cycle encompasses fall semester, quarter, and academic year programs. January term applicants should apply during the Spring 2008 cycle. There has never been a better time to apply. More than 800 scholarship will be awarded to students during the 2007-2008 academic year. Award recipients will receive up to $5,000. Students apply online via the Gilman website, http://lists.iie.org/UM/T.asp?A1734.53224.18757.2.746541 The student online application deadline is April 3, 2007. Please review the full timeline online, which includes deadlines for advisors and transcripts http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/apply/fall.html Critical Need Language Supplement During the 2007-2008 academic year 25 recipients will be eligible to receive a $3,000 Critical Need Language Supplement for a total possible award of up to $8,000. Critical Need Languages include: Arabic (all dialects), Chinese (all dialects), Turkic (Azerbaijani, Kazakh, Kyrgz, Turkish, Turkmen, Uzbek), Persian (Farsi, Dari, Kurdish, Pashto, Tajiki), Indic (Hindi, Urdu, Nepali, Sinhala, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati, Sindhi), Korean, Russian For more information on the Critical Need Language Supplement visit the Gilman website at www.iie.org/gilman ************************************************************************ Normal Jobs 17) Ecosystem Ecology Research Technician The Chicago Botanic Garden, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service and US Forest Service offer 5 month internships to give practical experience in federal lands management agencies to college graduates. International students must have a visa to work in the US to be considered for the internships. Applications are due March 7 Would you like to gain hands-on experience through a paid internship in conservation biology and natural resource management? 100 five-month paid internships for outstanding college graduates, working with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), National Park Service (NPS) and US Forest Service (USFS) predominantly in the western states Duties may include: Plant and animal monitoring and mapping, endangered species reintroduction, invasive species management, geographic data acquisition and analysis, biological assessments, sensitive species lists and conservation plans, fire ecology, land use planning, archaeology-related activities, recreation areas management, rangeland assessments, seed collection Interns participate in a one-week training course held in late May in Chicago. Travel and lodging expenses will be covered. Training includes: BLM/NPS/USFS orientation, Endangered Species Act and associated programs, plant and animal identification and monitoring, GIS and mapping, topographical map reading and GPS skills $750 / pay period (every 2 weeks) To apply: Send a letter of interest, official school transcript(s), resume, and three letters of recommendation by March 7, 2007. Kristen Kordececki kkordecki@chicagobotanic.org ChicagoBotanic Garden (847) 835-6954 www.chicagobotanic.org/research/conservation/blm/index.html ************************************************************************ 18) Biologist position – Mesa, Arizona Transcon Environmental is looking for a biologist to assist staff in our Mesa, Arizona Office for work throughout Arizona, Utah, and California. Duties include conducting project specific habitat assessments, conducting species-specific surveys, preparing Biological Assessments and other technical reports, assisting in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document preparation, and assisting in State and Federal permitting. The applicant should have a Bachelors degree in biological sciences or related field, excellent writing skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently. The qualified applicant should be able and willing to perform fieldwork and navigate using GPS and map and compass. Salary is dependent upon previous experience. The preferred applicant will likely begin work in late February or early March. Contact Info: Please email a cover letter and resume including contact information for three references to info@transconusa.com Contact: Greg Gryniewicz ************************************************************************ 19) Plant Biologist – Riverside, California The Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Biological Monitoring Program is seeking a field biologist to assist with rare plant surveys western Riverside County, California. We are seeking staff for our plant field crew to conduct surveys for sensitive plant species in a variety of habitats throughout the county. The hired biologist will also collect vegetation data to characterize habitat for sensitive animal species. Depending on workload and prior experience, the hired crew may have an opportunity to participate in mammal, bird, herpetology and/or invertebrate sensitive species surveys as well. Application Deadline: March 5, 2007 Pay: Salary ranges from $13.00 to $16.00 per hour, depending on experience, paid bi-weekly. Positions are permanent and include vacation and sick time, medical insurance, and retirement savings plan. Required qualifications: Work towards a bachelor’s degree (with biology related course work) and one or more years of field biology experience, experience using a dichotomous key Qualified and interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter to: Diane Menuz dmenuz@biomonitoringrca.org ************************************************************************ 20) Field Technician Positions – Florida Atlantic University The field technicians will assist in an ongoing field-based study on tree island hydrology in the Florida Everglades. Applicants should have a BS/BA or higher in ecology, biology, or a related discipline. Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working in a sometimes harsh environment. Applicants must be willing to commit to the position for a minimum of one year. Starting pay is dependent on qualifications and experience. Applications should contain a cover letter, resume/CV, transcripts, and contact information for three references. Please email application material to Dr. John Volin, jvolin@fau.edu ************************************************************************ 21) Research Assistant – Plant/Animal ecology, Harvard University The Research Assistant (RA) will have day-to-day responsibility to perform and coordinate a broad range of field research on (1) the pitcher-plant Sarracenia purpurea and its insect associates (especially moths and ants) and (2) ants in eastern hemlock forests. The position involves laboratory, greenhouse, and field work in local wetlands and forests, data entry, and some data processing. The RA will be required to make independent assessments of data quality and experimental results, and will work with the principal investigator (PI) to design future studies and experiments. Requirements: B.A./B.S. with at least two years related work-experience in biology, ecology, or entomology. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with basic laboratory techniques and equipment used for nutrient/chemical analyses. To Apply: Please apply on-line at with your cover letter and resume at http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/search_req at Requestion # 29150. Three letters of recommendation are required and must be mailed to: Personnel, Harvard Forest, 324 North Main Street, Petersham, MA 01366 or sent electronically to hfapps@fas.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ 22) Environmental Specialist – Washington Reference Code: NB00001909ECY Closing Date: 03/06/2007 $2,712.00 - $3,450.00 per month (Range 43) To learn more about our Agency, please visit our website at: www.ecy.wa.gov There are currently two full-time project positions open with the Department of Ecology, Environmental Assessment Program located at the headquarters office in Lacey, WA at an Environmental Specialist 2 level. Duties: As a member of the study teams you will assist with planning and conducting field/office work and data analysis in support of scientific studies to evaluate the effectiveness of salmon habitat preservation and restoration. Field Tasks: Assist with collection of environmental samples and stream flow measurements, fish habitat surveys, field equipment maintenance, and equipment preparation and calibration. Qualifications: REQUIRED: A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field and one year professional experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning. Additional qualifying experience will substitute year for year, for education, or one year experience as an Environmental Specialist 1 or A Masters degree in one of the above fields. To ensure consideration for this position, apply by March 6, 2007. Requisition Title: 4610 62960 ES2 NB00001909 To apply for this recruitment go to: www.careers.wa.gov ************************************************************************ 23) Staff Biologist – Biology Department, Idaho CSR Job Posting for Biology department Idaho Office Organization: Conservation Seeding & Restoration, Inc. Job Description/Duties: Staff Biologist will be responsible for data collection, technical writing, generating peer reviewed scientific documents, experimental design, literature review, field mapping utilizing GIS/GPS technology, field monitoring, data analysis (statistics), project design, working in group situations, development of safety protocols for department and company, grant writing, grant research, presentations to the public/government/industry, and sales of services provided by CSR, Inc. on an opportunistic basis. Desired Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. in biology, ecology, natural resources or related field, background in ornithology with proficiency in identifying avifauna of the Intermountain West by both sight and sound, field experience with plant identification, and survey techniques. Web Site: www.csr-inc.com Please send a letter of interest, resume, and at least 2 references for review to Dylan Levy-Boyd Dylan@csr-inc.com ************************************************************************ 24) Biologist Position – monitoring Appalachian National Scenic Trail The Northeast Temperate Network of the National Park Service is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time biologist position (GS 11/12, $52,912 to $86,801 per year). This position will coordinate long-term monitoring efforts along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. The incumbent will be responsible for finding, managing, and analyzing relevant existing monitoring data, and summarizing findings in a series of 'State of the Trail' reports. The incumbent will also support on-going efforts to encourage citizen science-based monitoring along the Appalachian Trail. There are four announcements on USAJobs (www.usajobs.gov ) for this position. You may apply to as many announcements as you are eligible for, but do not apply to an announcement for a duty station that you will not accept. The announcements are: 1) DEU-07-014 (http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=54199809 ) is open to all sources (must be a U.S. citizen) and stationed at Harpers Ferry, WV. 2) DEU-07-015 (http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=54202552 ) is open to all sources (must be a U.S. citizen) and stationed at Woodstock, VT. 3) MP-07-001 (http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=54201325 ) is an internal merit promotion announcement, open to current and former Federal employees plus those people who may be eligible under special hiring authorities. The duty station is Harpers Ferry, WV. 4) MP-07-002 (http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=54203286 ) is an internal merit promotion announcement, open to current and former Federal employees plus those people who may be eligible under special hiring authorities. The duty station is Woodstock, VT. Applications must be postmarked by March 23, 2007, and received by the agency contact (Kathyrn Aiello) within five working days of the closing date. Questions regarding this position can be directed to: Dr. Brian R. Mitchell Brian_R_Mitchell@nps.gov ************************************************************************ 25) Oak Ridge National Laboratory – Intern for Climate Research We are seeking a recent college graduate with an interest in plant or environmental sciences to be an intern in the Environmental Sciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This is a full-time (40 hour/week), temporary (1-2 year) position starting in spring or early summer, 2007. The position is funded through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science Education (ORISE) -- see http://www.orau.gov/hereatornl/ for a description of the stipend and other arrangements. The position involves a wide variety of research related activities associated with our two climate change experiments: the free-air CO2 enrichment (FACE) experiment (http://face.ornl.gov ) and the Old Field Community Climate and Atmospheric Manipulation study (http://warming.ornl.gov/OCCAM ). To apply for this position, send a letter describing your interest, a resume, and the names of three references to: Richard Norby rjn@ornl.gov ************************************************************************ Graduate Student Opportunities 26) PhD and MS Assistantships – Ecosystem Modeling (Auburn University) Ph.D. and M.S. Research Assistantships in Ecosystem Modeling and Spatial Analysis. We are encouraging highly motivated graduate students to join an interdisciplinary team for investigating biogeochemical cycles, coupled biogeochemical and hydrological cycles, and Ecosystem-Climate Interactions. Graduate students could work at a spectrum of spatial scales that range from landscape to watershed to region by using a combination of field studies, ecosystem modeling and spatial analysis (GIS and Remote Sensing). The successful candidates should possess a degree in ecology, meteorology, hydrology, soil science, forestry, geography, or applied mathematics, computer science and related fields. Interested applicants should send a cover letter outlining their qualifications, resume, copies of transcripts, TOFEL, GRE scores, and contact information for three references to Dr. Hanqin Tian, Phone (334) 844-1059: E-mail tianhan@auburn.edu Website: http://www.sfws.auburn.edu/esra/Default.htm ************************************************************************ 27) PhD Position in Forest Hydrology – Michigan Technological University A PhD position is available for a highly motivated and qualified individual to research ecohydrology at Michigan Technological University (MTU). Depending on the student’s interests, the topic of their thesis project could include: interception loss of rain and snow in forest ecosystems, forest snowpack energy budgets and climate change or the effect of invasive species (e.g. earthworms) on forest hydrology. Desirable qualifications in the applicant include a master’s degree in Ecology, Mathematics, Forestry or Hydrology. A strong interest in experimental design, statistics and modeling is highly desired. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter that states your research interests and provides the names and contact information for three references, your curriculum vitae, and any other relevant materials by email to Tom Pypker (tgpypker@mtu.edu).Tel: 906-487-1089 ************************************************************************ 28) Graduate Opportunity in Marine Algal Ecological Physiology - Delaware A Ph.D. student fellowship in cyanobacterial photosynthesis physiology and protein and gene expression is available at the College of Marine and Earth Studies at the University of Delaware starting in the spring of 2007. This is a collaborative project between the University of Delaware, Old Dominion University, and the University of Southern California. The project will investigate the impact of currently projected increases in global CO2 and temperature on the biogeochemistry and physiological ecology of several nitrogen fixing marine cyanobacteria, in the laboratory as well as the field. Submit a short letter of interest that includes a description of work experience and career goals, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of transcripts, GRE scores, and the names and contact information (phone and e-mail address) of 3 academic references to: Dr. Mark Warner, mwarner@udel.edu More details about the College of Marine and Earth Studies at the University of Delaware may be found at www.ocean.udel.edu ************************************************************************ 29) PhD opportunity in Salmonid Conservation Genetics - Quebec We are currently looking for a Ph.D. candidate starting in May 2007 that would be involved in our ongoing research program aiming at evaluating the evolutionary consequences of stocking practices in the salmonid Salvelinus fontinalis (Brook charr). The main objective is to evaluate the level of genetic contamination in wild populations by means of both molecular genetics, functional genomics and phenotypic analyses. We are primarily looking for a student with strong laboratory skills and expertise in DNA analyses, a solid background in population and conservation genetics, as well as experience in field work. To apply, please send a cover letter describing your research interests, a complete CV and names of three references by e-mail to Louis.Bernatchez@bio.ulaval.ca Laval University : http://www.ulaval.ca/ The Canadian Research Chair in Genomics and Conservation of Aquatic Resources : http://www2.bio.ulaval.ca/louisbernatchez/ ************************************************************************ 30) MS Research Assistantship – University of Arkansas Forest Resources A two year M.S. Research Assistantship is available with the University of Arkansas-Arkansas Forest Resources Center. This assistantship carries a stipend of $15,000 per year plus tuition and fee waivers. Requirements: Satisfactory GRE scores, B.S. degree in soil science, forestry, chemistry, biology, or related field Project: Remote Sensing of Soil and Plant Chemistry in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley Physiographic Region of Arkansas Using Near-Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy The starting date for the project is August 2007. Desirable qualifications include prior field and laboratory experience and an interest in GIS. To be considered for this position, applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and a list of three references with contact information by email. Information about the graduate program and application materials are available online at: http://www.afrc.uamont.edu/graduate/default.htm For priority consideration inquiries and applications should be submitted by April 15, 2007. Contact Information: Dr. Robert L. Ficklin ficklin@uamont.edu
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