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EEB Undergrad Newsletter: You can find the newsletter on line at http://www.eebweb.arizona.edu/undergrads/newsletter_current.htm New Website on EEB for Student Jobs and Internships http://www.eebweb.arizona.edu/undergrads/employment.htm Important Dates & Announcements 2. UA Master’s Degree in Medical Pharmacology 3. Graduate School (and beyond) in the Biological Sciences 4. Independent Study – Host-Microbe Interactions 5. REU Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at the UofA 6. Paid Summer Internship – Field collection of data on plant communities 7. Internship with Cultural Health Perspectives Club 8. Volunteer Science Outreach – Flandrau Courses for Summer or Fall 2007 9. Want to take a UA summer course, but won't be in Tucson? 10. Experience an educational, month-long stay in Sevilla, Spain this summer! 11. Tropical Ecology in Peru 12. Consider these presummer and Summer I options from Mexican American Studies! 13. Oceanic Society Research Course 14. Shoals Marine Laboratory Summer 2007 Research/Field/Internship Opportunities 15. New Website on EEB for Student Jobs and Internships 16. Amphibian Distribution Pattern Student Interns – Yellowstone stipend 17. Field Technician Positions in Northern Chihuahuan Desert paid 18. Summer Research Assistants – Dragonfly (Chicago and Wisconsin) paid/housing/per diem 19. Volunteer Field Assistant Pollination Biology Study in Dominican Republic 20. REU Plant and Insect Adaptation to Environment – Idaho/Washington paid 21. Field Assistants for Forest Fuels and Vegetation Monitoring – Missouri paid/housing 22. Volunteer Field Assistant in Ecuador for Tree Species Diversity 23. Summer Field Technician Position – Habitat Restoration in Florida paid/housing 24. Field Technician for Plant Species Sampling – Idaho paid 25. Field Technician Vegetation and Ecological Site Surveys – Wyoming paid/housing 26. Summer Field Technician Position: Bryce Canyon National Park Forest Succession Project paid 27. Volunteer Field Assistant – Trout and Otter study (Yellowstone) housing/food/potential stipend 28. Biodiversity Genetics Research Assistant – Mollusk (Georgia) paid 29. Summer Research Assistant – Plant-Herbivore Interactions (Georgia) Other things to do for $$$ (scholarships, grants, etc) 30. Scholarships for Native American/Alaska Native students 31. Lab Coordinator – University of Minnesota - Duluth 32. Position with The Nature Conservancy – New Jersey 33. Biological Scientist (Aquarist) position available - Florida 34. Seasonal Field Botanist - Texas 35. Agricultural Research Worker Positions - Texas 36. Flounder and Tuna Study – Long Island 37. Seasonal Field Biologist – Botanical and Ornithological (San Francisco) 38. Field Research Technician For Appalachian Laboratory (Washington, DC) 39. Rangeland Ecologists – 2 positions (Nevada) 40. Wetland Ecosystems Research – Louisiana, Florida, Texas 41. Research Internships in Plant Ecology – Florida 42. Research Associate for Endangered Laguna Mountain Skipper Study - California 43. PhD Studies at University of New South Wales, Sydney: Evolutionary Biology 44. Ph.D. Position at McGill University, Montreal 45. MS Assistantship in Fisheries/Lake Restoration – Mississippi State ************************************************************************ Important Dates & Announcements APR 7-13 Begin priority registration for sophomores APR 14-20 Begin priority registration for freshmen and unclassified students ************************************************************************ REMINDER – To make an appointment for advising, please visit the online appointment calendar at http://corazon.biosci.arizona.edu/advising/ After reviewing the calendar, please call 621-1588 to make an appointment. ************************************************************************ Things to do and Awards (Clubs, Info Sessions, Awards) 1) Culture and HIV in India: An introspective discussion on how to prevent AIDS in a society of tradition and taboo 2) UA Master’s Degree in Medical Pharmacology Get a UA master’s degree in Medical Pharmacology with a major in Perfusion Sciences while gaining clinical training in open-heart surgery ... all in just two years! For those unfamiliar with cardiovascular perfusion, perfusionists are responsible in operating the cardiopulmonary bypass machine during open-heart surgery. These procedures include coronary artery bypass grafts, repairing congenital heart defects, heart and lung transplants, and implanting artificial heart devices. If you are interested in getting hands on clinical experience in the medical field and research experience, this Master's program will definitely deliver. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable clinical education about a variety of open-heart procedures as well as develop a strong foundation in cardiovascular physiology and pharmacology. In addition, you will work with world-renowned heart surgeon, Dr. Copeland, and within UMC’s internationally known cardiology program! For more information about this unique program, please contact Douglas Larson, the program director, at 520-626-0944 or at dflarson@email.arizona.edu ************************************************************************ 3) Graduate School (and beyond) in the Biological Sciences Want to know more about the world of graduate school? ************************************************************************ ************************************************************************ 4) Independent Study – Host-Microbe Interactions Interested in host-microbe interactions? Want to earn independent study credits while learning a variety of techniques studying an interesting insect and its bacterial symbionts? Contact Anne Estes amestes@u.arizona.edu Anne studies how the Olive Fly host and its bacterial symbionts interact during fly development. Looking for undergraduates who would be excited to join me in exploring this symbiosis. Techniques and duties can include: Fly rearing Bacterial culture DNA extraction Microscopy PCR, and much more! ************************************************************************ 5) REU Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at the UofA REU is an NSF-sponsored program providing Research Experience for Undergraduates. Undergraduates receive a stipend ($4,800 @ $10/h) to conduct independent research projects under faculty guidance and mentorship. Dr. Steve Archer in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Arizona (UA) has openings for REU students on a study investigating why some shrubs are more successful than others in invading and establishing in grasslands. REU students will participate in controlled environment studies on the UA campus; and in field studies at the Santa Rita Experimental Range just south of Tucson. For more details and application procedures, see http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/ or email sarcher@ag.arizona.edu Application Deadline: April 13, 2007; or until suitable candidate is hired. ************************************************************************ 6) Paid Summer Internship – Field collection of data on plant communities Looking for an intern to assist with a plant ecology study in southern Arizona. Study using prescribed fire and livestock grazing to reduce the abundance of the nonnative Lehmann lovegrass (Eragrostis lehmanniana) near the Santa Rita Mountains. The intern will assist with field collection of data on plant communities and some heavy labor during various weather conditions (hot (1000F, 380C), windy, rainy). Time will also be spent in the laboratory entering data, processing materials, and preparing specimens. The intern will be strongly encouraged to conduct an independent research project examining a topic of the intern’s interest with a budget for materials. $700/month per diem will be provided for 3 months. Please contact Chris McDonald cmcdon@email.arizona.edu ************************************************************************ 7) Internship with Cultural Health Perspectives Club Contribute to Your Community! Learn About Other Cultures! Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2007 and Fall 2007! Applications are due by 11am Monday April 16th See our website for details and to download an application: ************************************************************************ 8) Volunteer Science Outreach – Flandrau Flandrau Science Center is starting a new volunteer science outreach program called "Got Science To Go!". If you are interested in: Teaching science to kids, playing with liquid nitrogen, and strengthening your presentation skills then come find out more about how you can get involved! ************************************************************************ Courses for Summer or Fall 2007 9) Want to take a UA summer course, but won't be in Tucson? Pre-session (May 14 – June 2) ************************************************************************ 10) Experience an educational, month-long stay in Sevilla, Spain this summer! ************************************************************************ 11) Tropical Ecology in Peru 7-24 August 2007 Spend August 2007 in the rainforest of southern Peru! Tropical Ecology in Peru is a field course for introductory students, advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and other individuals interested in getting hands-on experience in rainforest biological research. Sponsored by Central Connecticut State University, The Natural History Museum of Cusco, Peru and the Peruvian nonprofit organization Oicos Habitare. This course is a chance for students to gain an in-depth experience in conducting biological research in the Peruvian rainforest. The aim of the program is for students to learn about, practice, and conduct original biological research in one of the most species diverse areas of the world. Participants will learn about the ecology of plants, mammals, birds, and reptiles and amphibians. Before the departure date, students will indicate which organismal groups that they have the most interest in: a) plants, b) reptiles and amphibians, c) mammals, d) birds. Advanced undergraduate and graduate students will be the directors of independent projects about some aspect of rainforest ecology. Costs: The fee will be $2140 (plus tuition if you wish to receive credit). This fee includes all transportation from Hartford (price different if from another gateway city), all accommodations, all entrance fees, airport taxes, and meals while at the research station. Not included are meals while in Cusco and textbooks. For further information and application materials please see the course website: http://www.biology.ccsu.edu/doan/Peru%20Course.htm or contact Tiffany Doan at DoanTiM@ccsu.edu ************************************************************************ 12) Consider these presummer and Summer I options from Mexican American Studies! I. INDV 103: Media, Popular Culture, and Latino Identity Instructor: MONTOYA Schedule: MTWRF 1:00-3:50pm Dates: Presession, May 14-June 2 Location: Cesar Chavez 103 II. MAS 350: The Chicano Movement Don't miss the opportunity to take this great class from Rick Orozco! Instructor: OROZCO Schedule: MTWRF 9:00-10:45am Dates: Summer I, June 4 to July 5 2007 Location: Harvill 411 ************************************************************************ 13) Oceanic Society Research Course Field Course in Biology, Ecology and Conservation of Antillean Manatees, Loggerhead Sea turtles, and Bottlenose Dolphins: GIS mapping and boat surveys Location: Oceanic Society Field Station, Blackbird Caye, Belize, Central America. Date: June 16-23, 2007 Cost: $1090 - Four students per cabana with shared bath. Course Description: Students will participate in a hands-on field study. This course will include instruction in general marine mammal and turtle ecology, anatomy, physiology, evolution and population biology and specifics about bottlenose dolphins, Antillean manatees, and Loggerhead turtles in Belize. Please contact the Oceanic Society in San Francisco for details. Course website: http://www.oceanic-society.org/pages/alltrips/spectrip5.html ************************************************************************ 14) Shoals Marine Laboratory This summer, we will offer college-credit courses at our facility on Appledore Island, Maine. We feature small class sizes and an experiential learning environment where everyone learns by first-hand observation. A listing of courses including Marine, Microbial, and Ornithology can be found at http://www.sml.cornell.edu/college/pc-cs.html ************************************************************************ Summer 2007 Research/Fieldwork/Internships 15) New Website on EEB for Student Jobs and Internships http://www.eebweb.arizona.edu/undergrads/employment.htm ************************************************************************ 16) Amphibian Distribution Pattern Student Interns – Yellowstone stipend Project Background: The Yellowstone Ecological Research Center (YERC) seeks motivated student interns to participate in a unique NASA-funded education program titled Beyond Hayden: Exploration, Inspiration, and Education in Yellowstone. YERC and Turner Enterprises, Inc. (TEI) are proposing to conduct a project that would identify and map aquatic habitats on the Flying D Ranch and nearby Gallatin National Forest lands and document the presence and relative abundance of amphibian species using those habitats. This project would require the successful applicants to complete pre-field work literature reviews and project planning, conduct field sampling, enter and analyze sampling data, and prepare a project report. Objectives: The purpose of this project is to document the distribution and habitat use of amphibian species on the Flying D Ranch and surrounding national forest lands. Timeline: Full time field work would begin about mid-May or early June and continue through August. Qualifications: Must be an Undergraduate Student with an interest in Ecology and/or GIS/Geospatial Sciences. Salary: A monthly stipend of $1,000 will be provided by YERC. Housing is not provided. Contact: If you have any additional questions regarding this project or these positions please contact either Michelle Uberuaga uberuaga@yellowstoneresearch.org If interested in applying individually for either of these positions, or as a team, please send resume(s), three references and a brief letter of interest describing your professional aspirations to Michelle at the email address provided. ************************************************************************ 17) Field Technician Positions in Northern Chihuahuan Desert paid Salary: $7.34 - $11.34 (commensurate with education and experience). Temporary, 3 months with possible extension of 2 months. Start date: on or before June 1, 2007. Collect/record data in the field for vegetation and soil sampling on monitoring and research projects. Opportunity to work with a diverse group of scientists and technicians in the northern Chihuahuan Desert. Send letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to: Ericha Courtright, ericha@nmsu.edu ************************************************************************ 18) Summer Research Assistants – Dragonfly (Chicago and Wisconsin) paid/housing/per diem An opportunity to get valuable research experience and help save a = species from extinction. Summer research assistants are needed in the lab of Dr. Dan Soluk, University of South Dakota, to assist in field studies of the Hine's emerald dragonfly, a federally-listed endangered species. Be a part of cutting edge research that is being conducted near Chicago, Illinois and in Door County, Wisconsin. Field work will include larval and adult population surveys, habitat analysis, genetic studies and behavioral research on both larval and adult stages. Housing and per diem expense allowance are provided when in the field. Pay will be $8-9.50/hour, 40 hours/week, depending on experience. Field season will run from mid May to mid August. Introductory biology and a strong general interest in ecology and conservation are required. If you are interested in the positions please contact Colleen Satyshur csatyshu@usd.edu For full consideration apply before April 15, 2007 ************************************************************************ 19) Volunteer Field Assistant Pollination Biology Study in Dominican Republic Field assistant is needed to help graduate student with her pollination biology studies in Dominican Republic. Work will involve conducting experiments to evaluate the degree to which seed set in two plant species is limited by the effectiveness of their animal pollinators, and to evaluate the contribution of self pollination to reproduction. The field sites are beautiful remote mountain regions, where there are no hotels and no restaurants; therefore we will be camping much of the time. The study is planned to start May 5th and will probably go on until early June, however an earlier return is possible. I will cover all expenses while in the D.R., but you will have to cover your own airfare and travel insurance. Knowledge of basic conversational Spanish is required. If you are interested in this position, send your resume and letter of introduction to Silvana Marten-Rodriguez, smartenr@umd.edu ************************************************************************ 20) REU Plant and Insect Adaptation to Environment – Idaho/Washington paid Study to determine if coevolution shapes the way that plants and insects adapt to their environment. To do this I will study the way a native plant- Round Leaved Alumroot, responds to different habitats and different plant-feeding insects. This project will involve a great deal of field work along Clearwater River of Idaho and the Blue Mountains of Washington. This project will provide training on methods in field ecology, experimental design and natural history in the Pacific Northwest. This position will consist of an eight week REU with a salary of 4880 dollars. Interested applicants should contact William Godsoe gods9193@uidaho.edu ************************************************************************ 21) Field Assistants for Forest Fuels and Vegetation Monitoring – Missouri paid/housing Up to six field assistants are needed to help with a fire and forest management effects study in the Ozark region of Missouri, USA. Work will involve collection of fuel loading data and resampling of permanent woody vegetation plots in areas of known forest management and prescribed burning. Pay is $10/hour and vehicles are provided for transportation to and from study site. Housing is provided in close proximity to the study area. Contact Joe Marschall marschallj@missouri.edu ************************************************************************ 22) Volunteer Field Assistant in Ecuador for Tree Species Diversity The Ackerly Lab at the University of California, Berkeley is looking for a volunteer field assistant for a project in Amazonian Ecuador from approximately two months beginning in late May or early June 2007. Start and end dates may be flexible to fit the volunteer's schedule. The project is focused on understanding the importance of different ecological processes in maintaining tree species diversity in the Amazon. Compensation: All in- country food, lodging and travel expenses will be covered, including accommodations at the Yasuni Scientific Station. Assistance with travel to/ from Ecuador is available. There is currently no funding available for a stipend. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a background in one or more of the following: ecology, plant physiology, plant systematics, natural history or tropical biology. Proficiency in english and spanish is desired, as is experience living or working in remote settings. Applicants will need a valid passport and a current Yellow Fever vaccination certificate a few weeks prior to departure. To apply: Please send a resume or CV, contact information of three references, and a letter highlighting your interest and experience. Applications will be accepted through April 27th or until the position is filled. Contact: Nathan Kraft nathan_kraft@berkeley.edu ************************************************************************ 23) Summer Field Technician Position – Habitat Restoration in Florida paid/housing An energetic field technician is sought to work as part of a team conducting research on vegetation and avian community response to habitat restoration programs (fire and mechanical treatments) on south Florida rangelands. Responsibilities will include vegetation, insect, and seed sampling, and conducting point counts. For a current student or recent graduate with the desired qualifications, this position will provide valuable field experience. Qualifications: Ongoing or completed B.S. degree in wildlife, range, natural resource management, or related field; previous field experience; ability to identify birds of the eastern U.S. by sight and sound preferred; experience with vegetation sampling an advantage. Start date end of April 2007 through the end of August 2007. Compensation: $300-340/week depending on experience, free basic field housing. To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to: Emma Willcox ewillcox@ufl.edu ************************************************************************ 24) Field Technician for Plant Species Sampling – Idaho paid Tasks will include seed collection and setting up and fencing experimental plots. Laboratory tasks will include data entry, sorting and weighing plant material, seed viability testing, and digitizing historical data into a GIS. There may be an opportunity to develop an independent research project. You can find more information on research in our lab at: http://www.cnr.usu.edu/faculty/adler Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a strong interest in plant ecology and the ability to work either independently or as part of a team. Experience with plant identification or sagebrush steppe vegetation is helpful but not required. The work will begin in early May and will run through August. Salary will be $9-11/hour depending on experience. To apply, please email Dr. Peter Adler 1) a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in plant ecology, 2) a CV or resume, and 3) contact information for three references. ************************************************************************ 25) Field Technician Vegetation and Ecological Site Surveys – Wyoming paid/housing Job Description and Duties: The Ecosystem Management Research Institute has 1 seasonal range or botany field technician position open for vegetation and ecological site surveys in the Thunder Basin prairie of eastern Wyoming. This work is in support of a collaborative ecosystem management initiative involving both private and public lands. Field surveys will begin in early June and continue through mid-August, with some flexibility in starting and ending dates. For more information about our work in Thunder Basin visit: http://www.emri.org/Projects/TBGPEA/tbgpea_wy.htm Qualifications: 1) Experience and/or course work in botany, range ecology, vegetation ecology, or related fields, 2) plant key/taxonomic skills preferred, and 3) previous vegetation/ecological site sampling experience in prairie ecosystems preferred. Salary: $1,600 to 2,000/month, commensurate with education level and experience. Housing, field equipment, and field vehicles will be provided. Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter addressing each of the identified qualifications. Also, include the names, addresses, Emails, and telephone numbers of three references. Send requested information to: Amy_Ganguli@emri.org ************************************************************************ 26) Summer Field Technician Position: Bryce Canyon National Park Forest Succession Project paid The Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research at Northern Arizona University is seeking one field technician to participate in the Bryce Canyon National Park Repeat 50 Year Old Forest Succession Research Study. Description: Technician will work with field crew leader to survey repeat vegetation plots in Bryce Canyon National Park. Duration: May 29th - August 10th 2007 Salary: $ 9-12 per hour depending on experience. Camping per diem provided. Application Deadline: April 20th, 2007 Application: Please send curriculum vitae or resume and three references including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses via email to: Kirsten Ironside ************************************************************************ 27) Volunteer Field Assistant – Trout and Otter study (Yellowstone) housing/food/potential stipend Seeking a volunteer field assistant from June 1 to August 31, 2007 for a study investigating the influence of introduced lake trout on river otters in Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone National Park. Assistant will collect otter scats and set hair snares to capture otter hair for DNA analysis. Food and housing will be provided. A stipend of up to $2,000 may become available contingent on project funding. 28) Biodiversity Genetics Research Assistant – Mollusk (Georgia) paid Research Assistant: Biodiversity Genetics Research assistant wanted for project studying freshwater mollusk communities in Georgia for the duration of May 28th 2007 to August 20th 2007. Position will require 50% fieldwork and 50% lab work. Fieldwork will be 2-3 days per week and will encompass trips to 4 different rivers in Georgia that make up the Altamaha River Basin. Transects will be performed via kayak or canoe (experience preferred), applicants must be comfortable with camping in river wilderness areas. Lab work will encompass DNA and molecular techniques (PCR, sequencing, and electrophoresis), experience required though some training will be provided. Position is salaried through the University of Georgia in Athens, approximately $1500.00 per month. All inquires please send CV and three references (at least one specifically noting the extent of lab techniques) to Scott T. Small stsmall@uga.edu For more information on my research and the research of my associated lab check out: http://www.genetics.uga.edu/wareslab/biodiversity.html ************************************************************************ 29) Summer Research Assistant – Plant-Herbivore Interactions (Georgia) Undergraduate summer research assistant to help my laboratory group with work on plant-herbivore interactions and plant community interactions in Atlantic coast salt marshes. Find out more about our lab at http://www.bchs.uh.edu/~steve/ Available for the most of the summer, and interested in ecology. Please send a letter explaining your interest in the position and how it will fit with your academic plans, a resume including contact information for 3 references, and one letter of reference to Steve Pennings spennings@uh.edu ************************************************************************ Other things to do for $$$ (scholarships, grants, etc) ************************************************************************ 30) Scholarships for Native American/Alaska Native students The Native American Student Affairs (NASA) office provides information on scholarship and other financial aid resources for Native American/Alaska Native undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Information can be found on our website http://nasa.web.arizona.edu (click on "scholarships"). Most currently, two scholarships are seeking applications with deadline dates soon approaching. - 2007-2008 Betty B. Chastain Educational Foundation Scholarship deadline is April 30, 2007. This is a need-based scholarship. Scholarship amount varies. - 2007-2008 Native American Student Affairs (NASA) Scholarships deadline is June 1, 2007. These scholarships are both need- and merit-based. Scholarship amount varies. Additionally, most tribal entities provide scholarship funding for their tribal members. Contact information for Arizona's tribal education offices can be found on our website under "Tribal Education & Scholarship Offices." For more information or clarification, please contact our office at 520-621-3835. Continue to visit our webpage periodically as we will continue to post scholarship resources throughout the spring and summer. ************************************************************************ Normal Jobs 31) Lab Coordinator – University of Minnesota - Duluth The Department of Biology in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Duluth has a full-time Lab Coordinator position available beginning immediately. This individual will work as a team member to coordinate and support successful laboratory experiences for undergraduate and graduate courses through scientific, educational, and administrative means. Essential qualifications include: B.S. in biological sciences with a background in ecology and/or organismal biology, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and experience with laboratory operations. The University of Minnesota requires that you apply on-line for this position at http://employment.umn.edu/ , Job Requisition 145480. ************************************************************************ 32) Position with The Nature Conservancy – New Jersey The Nature Conservancy (TNC) seeks a candidate with an ecological understanding of plant communities and a strong interest in applying that knowledge to further TNC’s conservation planning, actions, and assessments. The responsibilities of the position will include, but not be limited to: Playing a major role as part of a multidisciplinary conservation team to address ecosystem health issues across New Jersey, including assessment and abatement of threats; Performing preserve and landscape species inventory and monitoring work, including rare and sometimes difficult to identify plant species; Mapping vegetation communities and conducting GIS analyses; Designing, implementing where appropriate, and assessing upland and wetland restorations; Compiling, summarizing, and synthesizing research in plant ecology and plant species natural history in order to inform conservation actions. The position is based at the Delaware Bayshores Office located in Eldora (Cape May County), New Jersey. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in conservation biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and one to two years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Application Deadline: Friday, April 27, 2007 Please email or send cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Heather Austin HAUSTIN@TNC.ORG ************************************************************************ 33) Biological Scientist (Aquarist) position available - Florida ************************************************************************ 34) Seasonal Field Botanist - Texas STARTING/ENDING DATES: May 7-September 28, 2007 SALARY: $11.50/hr SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Nature Conservancy, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, is conducting research on two federally endangered neotropical migrants, the golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped vireo. Both species have suffered serious population declines due to habitat loss and cowbird parasitism. The Seasonal Field Botanists will validate and conduct an accuracy assessment of a preliminary vegetation map of Fort Hood. REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Botany, Range Management, Forestry or related major. Knowledge of the woody and herbaceous (especially graminoid) plant species of central Texas. Experience collecting vegetation field data and keeping accurate, detailed field records. Familiarity with Microsoft Access is recommended. TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and at least 3 job references to: creemts@tnc.org ************************************************************************ 35) Agricultural Research Worker Positions - Texas We are looking to hire 3-4 full-time, seasonal entomological field assistants. These hourly wage positions are available from May until the end of August (earlier start dates may be possible) and provide students with excellent experience in GPS navigation and field data collection, plant and insect survey techniques and greenhouse plant care. This is a great opportunity to enhance concepts learned in entomology, botany and ecology coursework with real-world experience. A major or background in biology, ecology, entomology or plant science would be a definite asset. Those interested in the position can contact Dr. Jerry Michels asychis@aol.com with a resume and/or application downloaded from http://agservices.tamu.edu/forms/AG-457.pdf . ************************************************************************ 36) Flounder and Tuna Study – Long Island Responsible for field and data entry components of a summer flounder distard mortality study and tuna sampling project. Duties will include collection of fish aboard commercial vessels in accordance with sample design; maintenance and monitoring of on-board and shore-side live holding systems; preparation of equipment for scientific cruises; data entry; dockside biological sampling of marine species. Office located in Riverhead, Long Island but may be required to report to various field locations on Eastern Long Island to start workday. Must have an Associates Degree in related field plus one year experience or Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Science, Natural Science, or Environmental Science. Must be a certified Diver. Must have the ability to interact well with the Long Island commercial fishing industry and have knowledge of local fisheries and harvest methods. Full-time (40 hours per week) with benefits, temporary (6 months) If interested, please fax resume to Kristin Gerbino at (631) 727-7130. ************************************************************************ 37) Seasonal Field Biologist – Botanical and Ornithological (San Francisco) The Seasonal Field Biologist position conducts botanical and ornithological field surveys and performs associated data entry and editing in support of the San Francisco Estuary Invasive Spartina Project (ISP) Monitoring Program. Includes seasonal botanical monitoring (mid June through October), clapper rail monitoring (mid January through mid April), and associated GIS data entry/editing during these field seasons. Requires a strong background in botany and ornithology. Requires familiarity with San Francisco Bay tidal marsh flora, avifauna and geography. Must have sufficient botanical and ornithological background to be able to collect data independently following approximately one week of training. Must be able to or willing to learn to operate watercraft including kayaks and outboard-motor powerboats (Zodiac, whaler, Klamath). May occasionally require helicopter-based surveys. Hours are flexible and will vary from 0 - 50 hours/week depending on project needs. Pay rate starts at $20-30/hour based on experience. No benefits are available for this position. To apply, mail or email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three technical references by Monday, April 23 to: Ingrid Hogle ibhogle@spartina.org ************************************************************************ 38) Field Research Technician For Appalachian Laboratory (Washington, DC) Interested in Wildlife Ecology/Environmental Issues? The Appalachian Laboratory (UMCES) is seeking a part-time Field Research Technician to assist with migratory bird research being conducted in Rock Creek Park, Washington, D.C. The person will assist in searching for bird and bat carcasses that may have been killed by striking cell phone towers in the park. From15 April-15 June and 15 July-15 November. Those with a BS (or in progress) in wildlife, biology, or a related field will be given preference. Technician will be paid $10/hr. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of 3 references by 13 April 2007 to: Stephanie Dickey, sdickey@al.umces.edu ************************************************************************ 39) Rangeland Ecologists – 2 positions (Nevada) The Rangeland Ecologists will have primary responsibility for setting up experimental studies for ecology research projects and then the collection and analysis of data and samples from those studies. One Rangeland Ecologist will primarily work on a global change related project in the Mojave Desert of southern Nevada: the Nevada Desert FACE Facility (see http://www.unlv.edu/Climate_Change_Research/ for more detail on this project). The second Rangeland Ecologist will primarily work on a cheatgrass control and rangeland restoration project (see http://www.ag.unr.edu/ifafs/ for more details on this project) and a recently-funded project that examines the effects of de- and anti-icing compounds on vegetation in the Lake Tahoe Basin. These grant-funded positions are expected to continue for approximately 2 years; continued employment is contingent on the availability of funding. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are provided for the employee. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Plant Ecology, Natural Resources, or related field and at least 1 year of professional experience that includes sampling design, collection, analysis, and publishing of data from process-based ecological field studies.. TO APPLY: For a complete description of these positions as well as to apply for these positions, go to: www.unrsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=3D52226 . CLOSING DATE: May 3, 2007. ************************************************************************ 40) Wetland Ecosystems Research – Louisiana, Florida, Texas Position Description: The objective of this work is to develop experimental knowledge of how global change factors (e.g., sea-level rise) impact wetland ecosystems and to determine feedback effects on processes controlling habitat stability and other emergent properties of ecosystems. Research also focuses on rates and patterns of root growth and contributions to soil formation, elevation change, and carbon sequestration in coastal wetlands. Other objectives are to understand how wetland systems are impacted by small-scale disturbance events. The research will focus on how shifts in species composition of transitional plant communities and environments influence ecosystem functions such as accommodation of sea-level rise and support of estuarine food webs. This individual will conduct field sampling in Louisiana, Florida, and Texas in saline wetlands where tropical mangroves converge with temperate salt marsh species. Experiments will involve measurement of changes in accretion and elevation change of the marsh surface, soil physicochemical characteristics, above and belowground plant production and vegetation structural complexity. Requirements: The position requires a bachelor’s degree and knowledge/experience in biology, ecology, botany, soil science, or marine science. Application: Individuals with the above skills and experience should apply online at www.iapws.com ************************************************************************ 41) Research Internships in Plant Ecology – Florida Research Internships in Plant Ecology, fall 2007 and beyond. Provides Stipend, Room, and Board. Openings are available starting in August 2006 and beyond for research internships at Archbold Biological Station in south-central Florida. Research in the plant ecology laboratory of Eric Menges emphasizes conservation biology, plant demography, fire ecology, landscape ecology, physiological ecology, restoration, and fire management. Interns receive room, board, and a weekly stipend of $100. Internships generally run for 6-12 months but are flexible in their starting dates and durations. To apply for an internship in the plant ecology lab, email: a letter stating research interests, a resume or cv, a summary of grades, and have two letters of recommendation emailed or mailed to: Dr. Eric S. Menges emenges@archbold-station.org ************************************************************************ 42) Research Associate for Endangered Laguna Mountain Skipper Study - California The Laguna Mountains skipper (/Pyrgus ruralis lagunae/) is a small, black and white butterfly known from two mountain ranges in southern California: the Laguna Mountains and Palomar Mountain, San Diego County, California. The skipper is listed as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. To learn how to properly manage extant populations of this little-studied subspecies we need to understand critical aspects of its life history. Required: Bachelors degree in entomology, ecology, conservation biology, or natural resource management. Knowledge of species (especially invertebrates), natural communities, ecosystems, ecological processes, and their conservation needs. This is a 3 month position to include May, June and July 2007. Compensation: $3,000 per month for three months. Arrangements are being made for free lodging and/or camping. For more information on the Xerces Society and our programs, please see our website. www.xerces.org Anyone interested in this position should mail or email a cover letter, resume, names and contact information for three references to: Scott Hoffman Black ************************************************************************ Graduate Student Opportunities 43) PhD Studies at University of New South Wales, Sydney: Evolutionary Biology A full-stipend scholarship is available for PhD studies in the laboratory of Dr. Russell Bonduriansky in the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of New South Wales. Our lab pursues research on sexual selection and sexual dimorphism, evolutionary genetics, and the evolution of ageing through laboratory and field research on flies and other insects, as well as the development of new theory. For more information, visit: http://www.bees.unsw.edu.au/research/research.html To apply, submit a CV, contact details for two academic referees, and a one- page statement of research interests to Dr. Russell Bonduriansky r.bonduriansky@unsw.edu.au ************************************************************************ 44) Ph.D. Position at McGill University, Montreal Seeking a motivated and independent student to study the evolution and breakdown of self-incompatibility in the plant genus Leavenworthia. Please contact: Daniel.Schoen@McGill.CA . Include in your e-mail message a short description of your educational background and qualifications. ************************************************************************ 45) MS Assistantship in Fisheries/Lake Restoration – Mississippi State A graduate student research assistantship (MS level) is available immediately in the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries at Mississippi State University. The research assistant will assist in conducting a six lake experiment on lakes of the Mississippi Alluvial Valley. The goal of the experiment is to identify best management practices for the control of exotic and invasive aquatic plants, and to enhance fish habitat for the local sport fishery. Applicants should have a BS in biology, ecology, or fisheries and interested in studying advanced principles of restoration ecology, limnology, and fisheries science in Mississippi lake systems. The successful candidate should be committed to graduate school and it is anticipated that this position will prepare the student for transitioning into a career in fisheries management. Experience in fisheries and aquatic plant management, or other pertinent field activities, and the ability to drive a boat are desirable. Starting salary is $12-14K (plus benefits and tuition) depending on experience and qualifications. Please email a letter of interest, a CV/resume, and contact information for two references to Dr. Eric Dibble, edibble@cfr.msstate.edu ************************************************************************
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