Position: Aquatic Biologist I

Start Date: May 14, 2017

End Date: October 28, 2017

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation: The Department of

Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse

state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural

resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts.

DCR is a dynamic agency, and is one of the largest park systems in the

nation. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water

supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming

pools, golf courses, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation Division of Water Supply

Protection seeks qualified applicants for the positions of seasonal Aquatic

Biologist I.

*Duties:*

Under the direction of the Environmental Quality Group supervisor or

designees, the successful applicants will:

   – Participate in field surveys of Wachusett Reservoir by using water

   quality probes, obtaining water quality and phytoplankton samples,

   delivering samples to the analytical laboratory, and processing biological

   samples.

   – Participate in invasive aquatic plant management activities by

   scouting for new invasive plants, counting invasive plant fragments,

   mapping invasive plant beds, and recording plant species occurrence in the

   Wachusett Reservoir and watershed ponds.

   – Assist in compiling and entering environmental monitoring data into

   electronic databases.

   –  Participate in laboratory analysis of water quality samples for

   characteristics like color and turbidity.

   – Participate in the sampling and analysis of algae and

   macroinvertebrate populations and their habitat for the purpose of

   assessing potential impacts to drinking water quality.

   – Assist with data analysis preparatory to writing reports on monitoring

   studies.

   – Perform other related duties as required.

While not required, small boat operation and canoe paddling experience is

advantageous as is identification of freshwater aquatic macrophytes.

*Qualifications*

*This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first

consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first

14 days.*

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent

part-time, professional, para-professional or technical experience in

marine biology or fisheries management work, or (B) any equivalent

combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor=E2=80=99s or higher degree with a major in marine, fisheries, or

wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management, marine science or

oceanography may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of

two years of education for one year of experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the

proportion of the requirements actually completed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and

valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

*An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities,

veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.*

*Official Title:* Aquatic Biologist I

*Primary Location:* United States-Massachusetts-West Boylston-180 Beaman St

*Job:* Science

*Agency:* Department of Conservation & Recreation

*Schedule:* Full-time

*Shift:* Day

*Job Posting:* Mar 8, 2017, 8:46:53 AM

*Number of Openings:* 1

*Salary:*   1,845.56 Biweekly

*If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity

questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity

Officer / ADA Coordinator:* Evanice Torres – 617-626-1161

Dr. Ivan Hiltpold is recruiting a MS student to join his new lab group (http://canr.udel.edu/faculty/ivan-hiltpold/) in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology (http://canr.udel.edu/enwc/), Univ. of Delaware, Newark, DE). The lab group takes multidisciplinary approaches to document on multitrophic interactions in the rhizosphere. The topics of interest include chemically meditated interaction between insect herbivores, roots and entomopathogenic nematodes, above-belowground interactions, crop domestication (effect on plant defense and architecture), impact of root architecture on upper trophic levels, or development of innovative tools in sustainable pest control. Hiltpold=92s lab, together with the shared facilities at UD, offers up-to-date instruments and technologies to undertake world-class research.

Current work in the lab is centered on the western corn rootworm as an insect model. In this context, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to look at the influence of Silicon accumulation in corn roots on the rhizopheric community. The student will undertake metabolic, phenotypic, behavioral and ecological analyzes and experiments to unravel how does corn use this key element in defenses against insect herbivores. Elements on above-belowground interactions and sustainability of the approach will be added depending on the progresses of the project.

Salary

A competitive salary (~$24,000 + health benefit) and tuition package will be offered to the successful applicant.

General Information

The Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources has 13 faculty, 1 extension specialist, and 15 affiliated faculty. =A0Additional world-class faculty and professionals in other departments within the College provide excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.=A0 Research facilities include two research farms (over 200 acres each) and excellent greenhouse and laboratory facilities (see=A0http://canr.udel.edu/enwc/). The University of Delaware is a Land Grant, Sea Grant, Space Grant, and Carnegie Research University. =A0The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minority group members and women.

Successful applicant will have to enroll to the Univ. of Delaware Graduate School.

Application Instructions

To apply, please email Dr. Hiltpold (Hiltpold@udel.edu) a cover letter describing your interests and experience, a CV, contact details of 3 professional references, unofficial transcripts, and (unofficial) GPA and GRE/TOEFL scores. Contact Dr. Hiltpold for more information.

Application deadline: March 31 2017

Expected starting period: Summer semester.

Dr. Scott Wissinger and Dr. Amanda DelVecchia

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory

Allegheny College

We are seeking a highly motivated undergraduate student to conduct a

10-week research project investigating patterns in CO2 saturation and

efflux across alpine ponds in Gothic, Colorado (

http://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/u

nitedstates/colorado/placesweprotect/mexican-cut-preserve.xml).  The

project involves rigorous field sampling, measurement of headspace samples

on a gas chromatograph and/or LiCor, and collection of routine hydrologic

measurements.  Student should have taken basic biology and chemistry

classes and should be in good academic standing.  An interest in ecology

and/or hydrology is preferred.  Experience with both field and lab

techniques is also preferable, but not necessary.

Sampling requires hiking with equipment to 12,000 feet in elevation in

variable weather conditions =E2=80=93 thus student should be comfortable in

wilderness conditions and in excellent physical condition.  The student

should also be comfortable living in a relatively remote setting.

Position includes room, board, and stipend from the beginning of June to

mid August.  The student will be housed at Rocky Mountain Biological

Laboratory (www.rmbl.org) and will be enrolled in RMBL=E2=80=99s REU progra=

m, where

the student will be able to participate in routine meetings and a symposium

at the end of summer.  The student will also be part of a large team of

aquatic ecologists including professors, postdocs, graduate students,

undergraduate research assistants, and other REU students.

To apply, please send a CV, academic transcript, and 1 page statement of

interest to adelvecchia@allegheny.edu.

The Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology (EEOB) at Iowa State University is currently accepting applications for a Research Associate I position.

The Research Associate will oversee the activities of the biology lab including phytoplankton and zooplankton identification and enumeration for a large-scale lake water quality monitoring program. The laboratory also=20

processes plankton samples for a variety of contracts and research purposes. The successful candidate is expected to help coordinate these activities and is encouraged to participate in research if the candidate so desires. In=20

addition, this position will conduct training for undergraduate technicians, supervise technicians, maintain laboratory equipment, manage and perform=20

quality assurance procedures for the biology lab data, and communicate with the partner agency, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

The successful candidate will have the ability to follow protocol, effectively communicate, and be a team leader. Strong attention to detail and time management are essential to success in the position. Independent judgment, initiative, and ability to coordinate a variety of activities will also be needed to be successful in this role.

To learn more and apply: https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/24900

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

Two Rare Plant Seed Collectors =96 New England Wild Flower Society

The mission of New England Wild Flower Society is to conserve and promote the region=92s native plants to ensure healthy, biologically diverse landscapes. Founded in 1900, the Society is the nation=92s oldest plant conservation organization and a recognized leader in native plant conservation, horticulture, and education. The Society=92s headquarters, Garden in the Woods, is a renowned native plant botanic garden in Framingham, Massachusetts, that attracts visitors from all over the world. From this base, 25 staff and more than 700 volunteers work throughout New England to monitor and protect rare and endangered plants, collect and preserve seeds to ensure biological diversity, detect and control invasive species, conduct research, and offer a range of educational programs. The Society also operates a native plant nursery at Nasami Farm in western Massachusetts and has six sanctuaries in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont that are open to the public.

As part of its conservation program, the Society maintains a seed bank of rare species of plants of New England to help ensure the preservation of genetic material that will be needed for future population augmentation, species reintroduction, biological studies, and other uses.

Position Summary

The Society is seeking two seasonal Rare Plant Seed Collectors. Each collector will be responsible for a region of New England. The Southern New England collector will be responsible for collecting in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, but will also be responsible for southern sections of New Hampshire and Maine. The Northern New England Collector will be responsible for collecting in Vermont and northern areas of New Hampshire and Maine.

These are temporary, full-time positions (40 hours per week) for a 22-week period beginning June 11, 2017. Species and occurrences to be collected will be determined by New England Wild Flower Society staff. Collectors should make at least 50 collections within their respective region, but must make attempts to collect from at least 75 occurrences. Collectors will be reimbursed for travel, postage, and other expenses up to a specified amount.

Rare Plant Seed Collectors will:

* Determine landowners and obtain permission for collection as needed in cooperation with Society staff.

* Research locations and timing of collections.

* Travel to sites within their respective areas to collect seed during the appropriate collection period.

* Mail seed and completed seed collection forms to the Society within 5 days of collection.

* Complete and upload respective state Heritage Program field forms for each site visited (regardless of whether collection is made) within 10 days of site visit.

Skills and Experience

Collectors must:

* Have demonstrated a strong knowledge of the New England flora.

* Have demonstrated experience in surveying rare plant occurrences and in collecting seeds of rare plant species in New England, including the use of GPS to record point locations.

* Have the ability to perform strenuous field surveys and seed collections.

* Be willing to spend long hours in the field under inclement conditions.

* Be willing to travel long distances and stay overnight as necessary.

* Have a valid driver=92s license and provide their own vehicle.

* Provide their own phone and computer, and be able to upload seed collection and field forms to the Society=92s Conservation Website.

Positon Opening: Date: 6 March 2017

Position Closing: When positon filled.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume with your name and =93Rare Plant Seed Collector=94 in the file name to: Bill Brumback, Director of Conservation, New England Wild Flower Society, bbrumback@newenglandwild.org. Please designate your interest in either the Northern or Southern Collector positon.

*AMAZING SUMMER, 3-CREDIT, FIELD SCIENCE COURSES with Ecosystem Field

Studies *

Full Details:  www.ecofs.org <http://www.ecofs.org/>

*An opportunity to apply your classroom & textbook learning while immersed

in a spectacular & transformative educational setting! *

*Caribbean Ecosystem Field Studies*

* Study, snorkel & SCUBA dive on the Caribbean coral reef of Mexico *

    May 21- June 10  or  June 14 – July 4

*Colorado Ecosystem Field Studies*

* Study, camp, & hike in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado *

   June 18 – July 8  or  July 15- August 4

   – Gain valuable career skills in hands-on scientific field research

   – Earn 3 undergraduate academic transfer credits over summer-break

   – Join a diverse & exciting group of college students for an experiential

   learning experience of a lifetime!

*For all course information visit the website:*

*  EcoFS.org <http://www.ecofs.org/>*

*Open to students from all universities & majors | Accredited by the

University of Montana at Missoula, Environmental Studies Program: ENST 391-

for 3 undergraduate semester transfer credits*

Direct questions to Professor Steve Johnson, EcoFS Director at

steve@EcoFS.org <steve@ecofs.org>

We seek a motivated student with experience identifying insects or plants to work with biologists at the Katy Prairie Conservancy and the University of Houston over the summer of 2017.  The student will examine plant and pollinator communities in natural and restored prairies around the Houston area.

The student will be required to work independently after training, and will be expected to spend long hours outdoors in uncomfortable (hot, humid) conditions.  The student will be responsible for collecting and identifying pollinators from pollinator traps, observing pollinator behavior, measuring plant communities, and collecting and identifying insects from sweep net samples at several prairie sites.

Applicants should have experience working with dichotomous keys.  We will be most interested in applicants with experience identifying plants or insects. Applicants should be available for ten weeks during the summer; the ten weeks do not have to be continuous.

The intern will be paid $12 per hour for ten weeks of work.  The intern will relocate to Houston for 10 weeks of the summer at their own expense, must have a reliable vehicle, and will not be additionally reimbursed for local travel to access field sites. Field sites will be within a 60 mile radius of the University of Houston.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for two references to Steven Pennings at scpennin@central.uh.edu<mailto:scpennin@central.uh.edu>. Applications should be received by March 19 in order to receive full consideration.

Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park (Maine) is seeking four, temporary Ecology Field Technicians for the following research areas: Migratory Bird Monitoring

Biodiversity Citizen Science

General Ecology

Forest Ecology

All Field Technicians perform field observation and sample collection, handling, and processing where necessary; assist with citizen science and Earthwatch expeditions; and track and maintain equipment. Field Technicians are responsible for data management of collected data.The Field Technicians are mentored by Schoodic Institute staff. Once trained, the Field Technicians may lead volunteer field crews.

Daily and weekly work schedules fluctuate. Work days can be up to twelve hours long. Workdays may be split with morning and evening work. At times work will begin at dawn and go through dusk. The work week may include weekends.

Qualified applicants need to be able to work in challenging outdoor conditions, learn on the go, work independently or in small teams, and develop efficient field data collection techniques. Position details and how to apply can be found  at https://www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/ecology-field-

technicians/.

About Schoodic Institute: Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park is a 501(c) 3 non-

profit organization. The mission of Schoodic Institute is to advance ecosystem science and learning for all ages through its unique partnership with Acadia National Park. The Institute=92s goal is to be the national leader for research that inspires environmental stewardship. From its Acadia National Park campus, the Institute engages scientists, educators, students, and the public in research and learning. Schoodic Institute=92s programs build understanding and appreciation for science and the natural world and contribute to addressing complex challenges in a changing environment.

Hello colleagues:

I am currently looking to fill a full-time technician position for summer research on Blanding’s Turtles (position announcement below). Please

circulate or, if interested, apply!

DATES:  1 May 2017 =96 15 July 2017

LOCATION: Sandhill Wildlife Area, Babcock, WI  54413

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1 Temporary, Full-Time Position

POSITION DETAILS: Technicians will use radio telemetry to track female

Blanding=92s Turtles (Emydoidea blandingii) to nest locations as part of a

state-wide study of Wisconsin turtle behavior, genetics, and demography.

Other duties will include conducting road surveys for nesting turtles,

checking and downloading data from wildlife cameras, monitoring nests, and

assisting with data collation and interpretation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have good work ethic and are

expected to display honesty and integrity in collecting field data. Hired technicians will be expected to maintain high quality work under stressful

field conditions, and should thus be physically healthy. Experience in

Wildlife Ecology research is preferred, as is experience with radio

telemetry and GPS technologies. Candidates should have a valid driver=92s license with no standing citations, and preferably a car that can handle

dirt roads (mileage and gas will be reimbursed). We will give priority to applications from: current Wisconsin residents and/or undergraduate students.

PAYMENT: Approximately $1200-$1600/month, depending on qualifications.

Housing will be provided on site.

HOW TO APPLY: Send the following documents to Nathan Byer nbyer@wisc.edu:1)A cover letter, explaining the reasons why you are interested in this

position, your career goals, and your qualifications; 2)Two professional

references with email addresses and phone numbers; 3)A resume detailing

professional experiences relevant to this position.

Please submit all application materials by 20 March 2017. We will consider

applications on a rolling basis.