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Graduate position: IndianaU.ChemicalSignalEvolution

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

The Darragh lab (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkathydarragh.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7Cf86812816bea412660e208ddf11c51c2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638931826129323770%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VuXVVMX46%2FqTfiAcg9XPmaYk8i1FD1TSupD%2FJxclX9o%3D&reserved=0) at Indiana University, Bloomington is recruiting PhD students to start in Fall 2026. Our research focuses on the evolution of chemical signals. We take a range of approaches including studying the behavioral function of chemical signals as well as investigating the underlying genetic and molecular mechanisms of biosynthesis of the chemical compounds. To do this, we combine techniques such as protein expression, enzyme assays, RNAseq, behavioral trials, gene family analyses and comparative studies, mainly in insects. Students will have the opportunity to develop projects combining evolutionary biology with mechanistic molecular studies. We encourage students with diverse interests in evolutionary biology, chemical ecology, and molecular evolution to apply.

Interested candidates should email kdarrag@iu.edu with a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, please include any previous research experience, future research interests, and what types of projects you would like to do in the Darragh lab. I will meet with candidates by zoom before applications are due for the graduate program deadline (December 1st 2025). Candidates would apply to be part of the EEB (Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior) graduate program at IU, a vibrant and interdisciplinary community with ample opportunity for collaboration. Candidates will have 5 years of guaranteed funding through TAships/RAships and will be encouraged to apply for independent fellowships.

Details about admissions to IU Biology:
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.indiana.edu%2Fgraduate%2Fhow-to-apply%2Fphd-apply.html&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7Cf86812816bea412660e208ddf11c51c2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638931826129344967%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dCaX7QfRoAwOycoQ3oc27eXyEoEkwWfvYsGuNInXTnw%3D&reserved=0
More details about EEB specifically:
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.indiana.edu%2Fgraduate%2Fevolution-ecology-behavior%2Fsteps.html&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7Cf86812816bea412660e208ddf11c51c2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638931826129359486%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=naWhoUNrE6PyhMAaSoGjFycyEMKu8p8xdjzlXJDpI3o%3D&reserved=0

For more information contact kdarrag@iu.edu

Master’s programme in Ecology at University of South Bohemia, Czechia

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

Master’s programme in Ecology at University of South Bohemia, Czechia by David Boukal (09 Sep 2025 00:33 EDT)
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The University of South Bohemia in the Czech Republic offers a research-oriented 2-year Master’s programme in Ecology. The next application deadline is 31 October 2025 for studies starting in February 2026.

This Master’s programme trains students in modern ecology research. The courses focus on ecological theory and analysis as well as the interpretation of ecological data using modern computational approaches. The primary scope includes interactions between organisms and their environment and the consequences for populations and functioning of communities. Strong emphasis is placed on the students’ own research throughout the study.

The tuition fee is 12000 CZK per year (about 480 EUR). Further details and a link for application can be found on the attached poster and the course link https://www.prf.jcu.cz/en/study-at-the-faculty/master-s-in-ecology. All enquiries should be addressed to Petr Blazek, blazek@prf.jcu.cz.

dboukal@prf.jcu.cz

boukal@entu.cas.cz www.davidboukal.com

Master_Ecology_Flyer2025_autumn.pdf

(application/pdf)

field assistant at the Cumberland Piedmont Inventory and Monitoring Network

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

Hiring: Full-time field assistant at the Cumberland Piedmont Inventory and Monitoring Network by Helf, Kurt (09 Sep 2025 10:21 EDT)
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The Cumberland Piedmont Inventory and Monitoring Network is hiring a full-time field assistant, starting in early January 2026, for a duration of 52 weeks.

The position went live on 9/3/2025 and will accept up to 60 applications before closing, or at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Sunday, 12 October, 2025, whichever occurs first.

Application review will begin after Sunday, 12 October, 2025. Preference given to applicants who submit applications before Sunday, 12 October, 2025.

Brief position description:

The intern’s primary responsibility will be assisting with fieldwork related to the monitoring of cave vital signs (cave crickets/cave bats/cave aquatic biota) using established methods and data processing. Fieldwork involves navigating to caves, entering caves, helping setup equipment, and recording data. Data processing involves reviewing/scanning field forms, uploading digital field forms, and analyzing images and videos. The intern’s secondary responsibility will be assisting crews with monitoring forest vegetation, ozone foliar injury, and invasive species early detection. This involves navigating to sites, setting up plots, recording data, and reviewing/scanning field forms. There will also be an opportunity for the interns to assist with water quality monitoring. The monitoring consists of day trips to other nearby national parks to do grab sample monitoring. The intern would record data and assist the sampler.

Full position description, benefits, community information, and how to apply:

Biology Assistant – AmeriCorps at Conservation Legacy

Additional resources and information about applying (i.e., learn what materials to have ready for applying, find a worksheet that previews application questions, etc.):

How To Apply | SIP Internships

Contact:

Dr. Kurt Helf kurt_helf@nps.gov

Steven Thomas steven_thomas@nps.gov

Recruiting Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral positions in grassland wildfire research project by Henn, Jon (08 Sep 2025 16:14 EDT) Reply to list

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

Recruiting Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral positions in grassland wildfire research project by Henn, Jon (08 Sep 2025 16:14 EDT)
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Research groups at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Texas Tech University, and the University of Colorado-Boulder led by Jon Henn, Nathan Gill, Dylan Schwilk, and Katharine Suding are recruiting graduate students and a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to GrassFire, a funded project examining fuels and fire risk in grassland ecosystems across the Southern Great Plains.

Wildfires in grassland/shrubland ecosystems are becoming increasingly common, often with devastating impacts on human communities and infrastructure. Most grassland systems are dependent on fire to some extent, but recent large and fast grassland wildfires have highlighted a lack of key information on how we can manage grassland systems for reducing wildfire risk to communities while conserving or restoring other critical grassland functions. We aim to build knowledge and capacity for managing grassland wildfire risk by collecting on the ground fuel data across the Southern Great Plains, determining methods of scaling fuel characteristics from plants to landscapes, and building a knowledge exchange network of land owners/managers, researchers, and fire professionals.

We are recruiting a mix of levels including Master’s and PhD students along with a postdoctoral researcher. These positions will start summer or fall of 2026. Generally, we are seeking individuals interested in any combination of the following:

If interested, please fill out the interest form here (https://forms.gle/HAyScFm2QrfWCaoZA) and reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Jon Henn

Avian Agro-ecology field technician UC Davis

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

Avian Agro-ecology Field Technician- UC Davis by Daniel S Karp (08 Sep 2025 14:20 EDT)
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We are seeking 1-2 seasonal field technicians from mid-March through June 2026, with possible extension of work until July, to assist PhD student Karen Gallardo Cruz within the Karp Lab at UC Davis on a study examining the effects of tractor noise on barn owls in vineyards. Specifically, our project will explore how farm noise affects the behavior of barn owls and their rodent prey in vineyards. We will experimentally play tractor noise and track its effects on rodent boldness/abundance as well as on owl hunting in vineyards. We will also test an ‘audio lure’ that farmers may use to concentrate owl hunting in problem areas. This project is a collaboration between UC Davis (Karen Gallardo Cruz, Prof. Daniel Karp, Prof. Gail Patricelli), Cal Poly Humboldt (Prof. Matthew Johnson), and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (Prof. Clinton Francis). For a full job add, click here (also attached).

Duration: mid-March 2026 through mid-June 2026, with a possible 2-week extension of work until July 2026.

Wage: Approximately $20-$23 per hour depending on prior experience. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), limited-term appointment through the University of California, Davis. Housing will be provided, and the successful applicant will be expected to relocate to the study region for the duration of the appointment.

To apply: Email to Karen Gallardo Cruz (kgallardo@ucdavis.edu) a single document (PDF preferred) with the subject line “Avian agroecology technician” including:

(1) a cover letter describing previous research experience (ideally with birds), interest in this position, description of how you meet the qualifications, and, briefly, why this position fits into your career goals;

(2) a resume or CV;

(3) contact information for two references

Closing date: First review date will be October 15th. Applications afterward will be considered thereafter on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

PhD: Bird behavior

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

Seeking PhD student: bird behavior, point count design, occupancy modeling, abundance estimation by Paige Ferguson (08 Sep 2025 12:46 EDT)
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We are seeking a PhD student to begin in Fall 2026.

The student will be supervised by

Dr. Paige Ferguson, Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alabama

and co-advised by

Dr. Jonathon Valente, Assistant Unit Leader in the Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit, U.S. Geological Survey and Research Assistant Professor in the College of Forestry, Wildlife & Environment at Auburn University.

Research will focus on how interactions between bird behavior and point count survey design influence occupancy and/or abundance estimation. The PhD student’s research will build off previous work in Ferguson’s and Valente’s labs and will use existing datasets with the potential for field work to collect additional data. The PhD student will work with Dr. Ferguson and Dr. Valente to define the dissertation research questions, but potential directions could include optimal point count design considering variation in species behavior or the biological meaning of data collected under different point count designs. Also, there is potential to use social science methods to investigate how practitioners perceive and use point count methods.

Applicants should have a background in many of the following: fish and wildlife science, wildlife management, ecological modeling, statistics, computer programming, R, BUGS or JAG or stan, GIS, and clear written and oral communication. Applicants should be highly motivated, prepared to conduct independent research, and enthusiastic about writing scientific papers for publication.

To apply, please email Dr. Ferguson (pfferguson@ua.edu) the following:

1. a cover letter describing your interest in the project and prior experiences that have prepared you for graduate work with Dr. Ferguson and Dr. Valente

2. your transcript(s) (an unofficial copy is fine),

3. a sample of your scientific writing (for example, a manuscript or lab report), and

4. contact information for 3 references.

Application are due November 10. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The position comes with a full tuition waiver, a competitive stipend, and health insurance. Funding is available as a Graduate Teaching Assistant through the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alabama. Highly qualified applicants may be considered for Graduate School Fellowships, which offer a Research Assistantship during the student’s first year and a Teaching Assistantship in subsequent years.

Additional information:

Department of Biological Sciences, University of Alabama: http://bsc.ua.edu/

University of Alabama Graduate School: http://graduate.ua.edu

University of Alabama: http://www.ua.edu

Tuscaloosa: http://www.tuscaloosa.com/visitor-services

Outdoor opportunities in Alabama: http://www.outdooralabama.com

Dr. Paige Ferguson

Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences

The University of Alabama
Shelby 2019A
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
Phone 205-348-1807
pfferguson@ua.edu | https://bsc.ua.edu/paige-ferguson/

U Nebraska, MS Position Grassland biodiversity and herbivores

Posted on September 9, 2025September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

M.S. Position, University of Nebraska-Lincoln – Grassland Biodiversity & Herbivore Movement Ecology by Nic McMillan (08 Sep 2025 13:32 EDT)
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M.S. Position Opportunity (GRA) – Grassland Biodiversity & Herbivore Movement Ecology

Position Title: Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)
Department: Agronomy and Horticulture
Institution: University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Supervisor: Dr. Nicholas McMillan
Project Title: HI-GRASS: Holistic Investigation of Grassland Systems across Scales
Funding Source: NASA
Start Date: January 2026
Employment Term: 12 months/year for 2 years (Years 2 and 3 of the project)
Salary: $28,000 annually

Benefits:

1. Full tuition remission, including summer enrollment

2. Student health insurance

3. Workers’ compensation and FICA coverage

4. Lodging support provided during fieldwork at Barta Brothers Ranch and the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

5. Access to university resources and research infrastructure

Position Description

This Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) position supports a NASA-funded project investigating grassland biodiversity across spatial scales using remote sensing and ecological field methods. The student will be based at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and mentored by Dr. Nicholas McMillan.

The student will contribute to research focused on animal movement, plant biodiversity, and landscape heterogeneity, including large grazer response to spatial patterns of vegetation biomass and nutrient distribution across large grasslands. Field data will be collected during the growing season at two ecologically distinct grassland sites:

· The Nature Conservancy’s Tallgrass Prairie Preserve (Pawhuska, Oklahoma)

· The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Barta Brothers Ranch (Bassett, Nebraska)

Primary Responsibilities:

· Lead deployment and maintenance of GPS collars on cattle at both field sites throughout 2026

· Conduct field sampling of plant species composition, aboveground biomass, and soil nutrients during the growing season

· Assist with management and analysis of animal movement and vegetation diversity, nutrient, and structural data

· Analyze spatial relationships between herbivore behavior, plant diversity, and ecosystem structure

· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including remote sensing experts, ecologists, and soil scientists

· Contribute to manuscript preparation and presentation of results at scientific meetings (e.g., AGU, ESA, Society for Range Management)

This position is ideal for students interested in grassland ecology, conservation biology, plant-animal interactions, and landscape-scale ecological processes. The project offers opportunities to engage with cutting-edge remote sensing technologies (space-borne, airborne, and drone-based hyper spectral imagery) and apply ecological theory to real-world management contexts.

Eligibility Requirements:

· Must be enrolled full-time (9 credit hours in Fall/Spring; 6 in Summer)

· Must maintain good academic standing

· Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

· Must be available to begin work on or before the first day of the Spring 2026 semester (January 2026)

Preferred Qualifications:

· B.S. degree in ecology, rangeland science, natural resources, or a related field

· Experience with fieldwork in remote or rugged environments

· Interest in grassland ecology, remote sensing, and animal-plant interactions

· Familiarity with GIS, R, or Python (preferred but not required)

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit the following materials to Dr. Nicholas McMillan (nmcmillan2@unl.edu)

1. Cover letter describing your interest and qualifications

2. Curriculum vitae or resume

3. Unofficial transcripts

4. Contact information for two references

Coastal Ecology PhD

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

The Donelan lab in the Biology Department at UMass Dartmouth is recruiting a PhD student to begin in Fall 2026. The student will join a vibrant lab community to work on a funded NSF grant that explores transgenerational effects of predation risk across different resource landscapes on rocky intertidal shores in New England. The student will have opportunities to work both in the lab in our running seawater facilities and at coastal field sites throughout New England.

We are an evolutionary ecology lab that primarily uses manipulative experiments to explore how marine invertebrates like snails (this project) and oysters respond to stress over multiple generations and life stages. Lab experiments take place in the running seawater facilities at UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science and Technology – a state of the art seawater lab located 20 minutes from main campus. UMass Dartmouth supports a large community of graduate students interested in marine science and is located on the south coast of Massachusetts with easy access to both outdoor recreation and urban centers (30 minutes to Providence, 50 minutes to Boston).

Candidates should have an undergraduate or Master’s degree in biology, ecology, marine science, environmental science, or a related field. Ideal candidates will have experience conducting ecological experiments in the lab or field, working with live animals, and analyzing data, but please apply if you also have a desire to acquire these skills. Students are supported by both research and teaching assistantships, which include a living wage (including summer support), tuition waiver, and benefits. The Donelan lab is a supportive environment in which all people and perspectives are welcomed.

If interested, please email Sarah Donelan (sdonelan@umassd.edu) with the following information: 1) your CV or resume (including GPA), 2) a brief description of your experience and motivations for pursuing a graduate degree, 3) why you are specifically interested in joining the Donelan lab, and 4) your career goals. Initial Zoom interviews will take place throughout the fall, with applications for students invited to apply due January 1, 2026.

CALL FOR GRAD STUDENT APPLICANTS -PATHWAYS

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

CALL FOR GRAD STUDENT APPLICANTS: Partnerships Along the Headwaters of the Americas for Young Scientists Program (PATHWAYS Program)

The PATHWAYS Program invites full-time Ph.D. and M.S. students across the social and natural sciences, and engineering, interested in interdisciplinary water research, for a research experience (NSF IRES #2505480) across the Andes and Central American cordilleras. PATHWAYS fellows must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.

Program details:

Program Schedule:

https://transect-of-the-americas.wsu.edu

Interested students apply here: https://transect-of-the-americas.wsu.edu/pathways-program?

M.S. Position Opportunity (GRA) – Grassland Biodiversity & Herbivore Movement Ecology

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Davis, Miranda L.

M.S. Position Opportunity (GRA) – Grassland Biodiversity & Herbivore Movement Ecology

Benefits:

1. Full tuition remission, including summer enrollment

2. Student health insurance

3. Workers’ compensation and FICA coverage

4. Lodging support provided during fieldwork at Barta Brothers Ranch and the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

5. Access to university resources and research infrastructure

Position Description

· The Nature Conservancy’s Tallgrass Prairie Preserve (Pawhuska, Oklahoma)

· The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Barta Brothers Ranch (Bassett, Nebraska)

Primary Responsibilities:

· Lead deployment and maintenance of GPS collars on cattle at both field sites throughout 2026

· Conduct field sampling of plant species composition, aboveground biomass, and soil nutrients during the growing season

· Assist with management and analysis of animal movement and vegetation diversity, nutrient, and structural data

· Analyze spatial relationships between herbivore behavior, plant diversity, and ecosystem structure

· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including remote sensing experts, ecologists, and soil scientists

· Contribute to manuscript preparation and presentation of results at scientific meetings (e.g., AGU, ESA, Society for Range Management)

Eligibility Requirements:

· Must be enrolled full-time (9 credit hours in Fall/Spring; 6 in Summer)

· Must maintain good academic standing

· Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

· Must be available to begin work on or before the first day of the Spring 2026 semester (January 2026)

Preferred Qualifications:

· B.S. degree in ecology, rangeland science, natural resources, or a related field

· Experience with fieldwork in remote or rugged environments

· Interest in grassland ecology, remote sensing, and animal-plant interactions

· Familiarity with GIS, R, or Python (preferred but not required)

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit the following materials to Dr. Nicholas McMillan (nmcmillan2@unl.edu)

1. Cover letter describing your interest and qualifications

2. Curriculum vitae or resume

3. Unofficial transcripts

4. Contact information for two references