We are looking for an intern to support NPS monitoring efforts in the Midwest region.  The announcement is at: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/235752-3869.html

• Facilitate interpretation and outreach, including:  implementation of programs, lesson plans, and learning modules for public programs, schedule programs with groups, present materials to public groups and collect data associated with attendees, and impacts of presented lessons;
• Provide front-line staffing of the Lake Mead Visitor Center information desk, answering visitor questions, opening and closing operations including cash handling procedures with park store operator
• Develop and conduct presentations to volunteer groups about natural resource management practices within the recreation area;
• Provide community members, visitors, and local constituents with information on park resources, conservation and ecologically sound practices as well as the laws, rules, and regulations developed to protect park resources; and
• Research scientific, historical, and technical resources to create interpretive programs using a variety of interpretive techniques.

• Rate of pay: $13/hour
• Health Insurance

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related coursework and commensurate field experience, desirable but not required;
• Experience conducting interpretation, highly desirable;
• Experience developing and implementing environmental education and outreach programs and curricula, desired;
• Motivated, self-starter who is detail oriented;
• Organizational skills to effectively plan and complete assigned workloads within defined timelines;
• Flexibility to handle competing and changing priorities;
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public in a variety of forums;
• Ability to speak English and Spanish conversationally, desired but not required;
• Experience living or working in, and/or knowledge of Mojave Desert, desired; and
• Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments.

• Willingness to sometimes work irregular hours (e.g., early mornings, late nights);
• Ability to work productively, consistently and cooperatively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals; and
• Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license with ability to safely operate and maintain a vehicle.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination

MS or PhD Research Assistantship – Gulf Sturgeon

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS

Website:  https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.usm.edu%2Fbiological-sciences&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cc67dbebe6c394347dd3508d5eef9edba%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636677679559867271&sdata=CWTLONs2qvRnSYxbqyRMGocFwgQRmJoqSDqqP2KJG4M%3D&reserved=0

Salary:  Annual stipend of $18,000 plus full tuition waiver and medical insurance

Start Date: 01/14/2019

Last Date to Apply: 9/01/18

I am seeking a PhD or MS student to participate in a collaborative project on the biology of juvenile Gulf Sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus desotoi) in the Pascagoula River basin.  The student’s main focus will be on using genetic data (microsatellite loci) to perform parentage and kinship analyses in order to quantify relatedness among juveniles and estimate the effective number of breeders. The student will also have the opportunity to participate in the fieldwork associated with this project being conducted by collaborators at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory.  Ultimately, the student will develop a thesis/dissertation that is builds upon the main goals of this project.

Applicants must have a BS or MS in ecology/environmental biology, zoology, wildlife biology, or other relevant areas. GPA and GRE scores must be competitive for admission to the graduate program at the University of Southern Mississippi. Prior experience with molecular genetic techniques and data analysis is preferred but not required.  Likewise, field experiences with sturgeon in line with this project (operation of small motorboats and fish collection techniques) would be preferred. Training will be provided in all of these areas as needed.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send the following in a single PDF
file: cover letter, resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for three references to Brian Kreiser, Brian.Kreiser@usm.edu.  Also address any inquiries about the position to the same address.

Subject: Job Posting: Temporary Pollinator Field Technician

The Cariveau Native Bee Lab at the University of Minnesota is looking for one seasonal technician for summer field work to start immediately. This position is a temporary appointment ranging approximately 3 months and with a starting rate of $15.14/hour.

Description:
Technicians will be taking part in research investigating the bee and plant communities of prairie restorations and remnants. The lab provides housing for technicians in Spicer, Minnesota during field sampling which will go until early September.

Activities include:

Netting and processing of bees specimens collected in the field.

Identifying and recording of prairie plant communities.

Entering collected data into Excel spreadsheets.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate would be available until at least September 7th to spend extended overnight periods at the lab’s field house in Spicer, MN. Ideally this person would live at the house until end of field season. The ability to find housing in the twin cities and continue until the end of the three month term would be ideal but is not required.

Desired skills include:

Ability to tolerate challenging conditions in hot and humid weather while subject to biting insects.

Experience in bee netting and sampling protocols and the ability to distinguish bees from other flying insects.

Experience pinning and curating insect specimens.

Experience with the identification of prairie forb species.

Please send a single PDF with your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 2 references to Ian Lane ( lanex173@umn.edu ), subject line: “Mid-summer Field Technician Application” followed by your name. Position will be open until filled.

MS Graduate Student Position_ Aquatic Community Ecology_ Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville TX to start early spring 2019 under the supervision of Dr. Carmen Montana
(https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcarmengmontana.weebly.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C1f42c85efa9e4ebb2c8508d5eef9bfd0%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636677678798138482&sdata=IgV5SQPf5rxQ6mOlukzK75z2jq6CgiOckON1sls6ad0%3D&reserved=0)

A TAship and research support is available to conduct master’s level research on aquatic communities in pond ecosystems in Texas. This research will be part of a long-term ecological project that examines spatial- temporal variation of pond communities at local and regional scales and quantify the environmental factors driving aquatic diversity across these landscape scales. More specifically, this project seeks to quantify pond aquatic diversity using both taxonomic and functional approaches, to quantify abundance of predators and competitors within pond microhabitats and to investigate the importance of local and regional factors on species diversity.
The preferred starting date is Spring 2019 (early January). Graduates with an interest and education in freshwater communities (both fish and aquatic
invertebrates) or related subjects are encouraged to apply. Please contact Dr. Carmen Montana (cgm026@shsu.edu) at your earliest convenience for more information about the position and the project.
Other relevant information can be found on the following websites:
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biology-program.html

Qualifications
Graduated with a degree in Biology, Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or related fields, with research experience in freshwater ecosystems are encouraged to apply for this position.

To apply send a letter of interest, a CV, GRE scores, informal transcripts, and the names and contact information for 3 references by email to Dr.
Carmen G. Montana-Schalk (cgm026@shsu.edu)

2018 FALL BOTTOM TRAWL SURVEY – VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Greetings!

If you’d like to volunteer on the 2018 Fall Bottom Trawl Survey aboard NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow, your help would be greatly appreciated!   Volunteers are a very important part of our program.

We need the help of every scientist and volunteer who sails.  You do not need to be a scientist to volunteer, but must have a keen interest in what we do and a willingness to work hard alongside our scientists. The information below explains how to sign up for a cruise. Please be aware that we work twelve-hour shifts, which means that you may be standing on your feet for twelve hours. Therefore, please only sign up for a cruise if you are serious about making the commitment.  If there is an emergency, or you anticipate that you will not be able to participate on a cruise that you are scheduled for, please contact me immediately.

The required forms may be downloaded from the Ecosystems Surveys Branch website in the forms link of the Cruise Volunteer Information section.  Helpful information for new participants on what to expect at sea and what to bring on the survey can be found in the Preparing for a Cruise tab of the website.

Three easy steps toward volunteering on a survey:

You must be at least 18 years of age.  Volunteers are responsible for all travel related expenses.  While at sea, all meals will be provided by the vessel.

1. Submit a volunteer questionnaire with the dates you are available to participate.  If space is available, you will receive confirmation to participate on a cruise.  The Volunteer Questionnaire must be sent to:

Katherine Sowers

National Marine Fisheries Service

166 Water Street                                      

Woods Hole, MA  02543

katherine.sowers@noaa.gov

Fax:   508-495-2258

2. Wait to hear confirmation that you have been scheduled.  Confirmations are sent as early as possible and not later than three weeks prior to departure.  If we are not able to find berthing for you, you will have the option of being placed on standby status to fill in if there is a cancellation.

3. After you receive confirmation that you are scheduled for a cruise, submit a medical form that lists all medical conditions to the Health Services Office.   Please list NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow as your project ship.

As noted on the health form, you must have a negative TB test (taken within the last 12 months). Additionally, you must have a current Tetanus shot (received within the last 10 years).  If either is out of date, you will need to obtain them at your expense.  If you have a new TB test or Tetanus shot scheduled, please note the date on your medical form, rather than leaving it blank. Medical clearance must be completed and confirmed two weeks prior to the scheduled departure date.  Please contact the Health Services Office for the status of your medical clearance.

NOAA Health Services Office

Phone: 757-441-6320

FAX: 757-441-3760

E-mail:  moa.health.services@noaa.gov

2018 Fall Cruise Schedule – NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow

Please note that the identified regions are where we anticipate to sample: environmental or mechanical problems may force us to change the area of operation.

Leg 1:  September 4 to 21

(18 days at sea)

Ports:  (depart/arrive Newport, RI)

Planned Survey Area:  Mid-Atlantic

 

Leg 2:  September 25 to October 5

(11 days at sea)

Ports:  (depart/arrive Newport, RI)

Planned Survey Area:  Southern New England

 

Leg 3:  October 9 to 25

(17 days at sea)

Ports: (depart/arrive Newport, RI)

Planned Survey Area: Georges Bank

 

Leg 4: October 30 to November 12

(14 days at sea)

Ports: (depart/arrive Newport, RI)

Planned Survey Area: Gulf of Maine

M.S. Graduate Student Assistantship in Amphibian Conservation

Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA to start in late Nov. 2018 with the start of the Winter Quarter under supervision of Drs. Julia Earl and Don Shepard.

This is a State Wildlife Grant funded project to survey the state of Louisiana for any remaining Crawfish Frog populations, a species of conservation concern.  There is currently only one known population, but this will be the first systematic survey of Louisiana.  The project will primarily be based on frog call surveys (both in person and using automated recorders) and road cruising.
Student must have a good driving record, be comfortable driving and collecting data late at night, and be knowledgeable or interested in frog call identification.  Students should also have a good attitude, as detection of crawfish frogs is likely to be very rare.  There will be opportunities to ask additional ecological questions using data collected on other frog species that could be tailored to the student’s interests.  Other student responsibilities include entering and analyzing data, presenting results at scientific meetings, and writing scientific manuscripts.  Students need to have a B.S. in Biology, Wildlife, Environmental Science, or other related field by the start date.  The assistantship provides support of ~$20,000 per year but does not include an in-state tuition or fee waiver (all out of state students will be eligible for in-state tuition).

To apply, please email an application as a single pdf including a cover letter explaining your interest in the project and long-term goals, a CV (including GPA, GRE scores, and relevant coursework), and the names and contact information for 3 references.  Submit applications by email by Sept. 1, 2018.

For more information, email Dr. Julia Earl (jearl@latech.edu) and/or Dr. Don Shepard (dshepard@latech.edu).

Graduate positions (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) are available in the Atallah Lab
(https://sites.google.com/view/atallahlab) in the Biological Sciences
Department at the University of New Orleans (UNO). We are currently
looking for students interested in simulating the role of transposable
elements in evolution and human disease.  In recent years, evidence
has accumulated that transposable elements (TEs) play important roles
in both evolutionary processes (such as changes in gene regulation) and
the progression of diseases such as cancer. We are developing computer
simulations of the activity of TEs in somatic cell populations and the
germline. Students interested in this project should be familiar with
shell scripting and computer programming.  Interested students should
send an email to jatallah@uno.edu. Please include a brief description
of your background (or a CV or resume), and mention why you’re excited
about this project. The University of New Orleans is a public research
university and part of the University of Louisiana system. New Orleans
is a diverse and historic city with a vibrant culture.

Joel Atallah, Ph.D.
Assistant professor
202 Biology Building
Department of Biological Sciences
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
(504) 280-7057
https://sites.google.com/view/atallahlab

Joel Atallah <jatallah@uno.edu>