Battelle and its affiliate, Battelle Ecology, Inc. manages and operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEONTM) project, which is solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology, the observatory=92s scientists and engineers are collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems.  Our teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data.  Once structures are completed, a leading-edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information.=20 The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales.

We are currently seeking Temporary Field Technicians. This position located in South Salt Lake City, Utah.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position reports to the Manager Field Operations of the assigned domain. Temporary Field Technicians assist with field observation; sample collection and handling; sample processing and sample shipment of a variety of taxa.

The Temporary Field Technician will perform a variety of scientific and technical tasks. The Temporary Field Technician is a biological sampling technician performing seasonal and periodic sampling activities. Temporary field sampling is conducted with direction from and assistance of Field Technician I, II and III. The Temporary Field Technician will also perform field and laboratory activities. The Lead Temporary Field Technician may provide guidance to temporary field technician crews.

Daily and weekly work schedules will fluctuate. Work days may be up to twelve hours long. Work days may be split with morning and evening work. At times, work may begin at dawn and go through dusk. The work week may also include weekends, holidays and occasionally may be scheduled up to 12 consecutive days and could include weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow established, standardized field procedures for sample collection; record data from sample collection; process samples in the domain lab; and prepare samples for shipment to external analytical labs.

Field sampling activities include the following observation and specimen collection activities:

Rodent live trapping

Invertebrate collections

Sediment, soil and water sample collection

Plant diversity observations

Plant biomass and primary productivity measurements

Lake/stream bathymetry and morphology

Riparian mapping

Operate laboratory equipment including Wiley Mill, drying oven, analytical balance, and muffle furnace.

Utilize GPS navigation system for locating, measuring and marking plots; and placing and setting traps.

Perform inspection and maintenance of laboratory and field equipment.

Assist with materials planning and ordering.

Record activities and completed work according to Field Operations protocol.

Perform field assignments in a variety of conditions (e.g., weather, terrain, diverse assigned biomes).

Carry, move and lift field supplies (pack weighing up to 40 lbs.) to assigned field site (diverse and uneven terrain).

Follow NEON safety and Field Operations policy and procedures.

Individuals are responsible for their own housing and transportation.

Overnight stays will be required depending on domain location.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Must be 18 years of age or older.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Ability and willingness to work varied schedules (up to 12+ hours per day), including split-shift, part-time, pre-dawn early mornings, evening and weekends.

Ability to work safely in variable field conditions including:

Cold and wet weather and extreme heat

Hiking on difficult or hazardous terrain

Exposure to stinging insects and other animal and plant hazards

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency with MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word).

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Strong work ethic and enthusiasm.

Ability to withstand exposure to fumes, dust and noise.

Must possess a current and valid State issued driver=92s license with insurable Department of Motor vehicle record (parking violations, minor driving offenses excluded) as determined by Battelle Ecology Inc.=92s insurance provider.

Must have permanent authorization for US employment. Battelle Ecology, Inc. will not provide any kind of visa sponsorship.

THE FOLLOWING IS DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Bachelor=92s degree in an associated scientific discipline (ecology, forestry or related field).

Experience conducting ecology related lab or field work.

Experience conducting field studies on rodents and collecting blood samples (small mammal techs).

Experience identifying plants through visual inspection and use of dichotomous key (botany techs).

Experience backcountry hiking and navigating (maps, compass, and GPS).

Backcountry safety training course or other safety training.

Experience leading field sampling activities, hikes, or assisting nature societies with seasonal nature observations.

Overnight stays will be required depending on domain location. All costs associated with business related travel are covered by the project.

Battelle Ecology, Inc. provides employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, or disability. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle Ecology, Inc.

LOCATION:

The NEON Project=92s Domain 15 site consists of two beautiful field sites in Utah. Field sites are located SW of Salt Lake City in the West Desert (ONAQUI) and just South of the town of Moab (MOAB). These sites are characterized by expansive sagebrush/shrubland and pinyon-juniper habitats. Domain base locations are classically Western, with sweeping views of valleys, plains and local mountains that are fun and exciting to live and work in.

The field season will be from approximately mid-March through October, with staggered start and end times. The terrain is moderately rugged requiring regular 4WD driving, UTV use and challenging hiking. We work in all kinds of weather, across seasons: very hot and dry, heavy precipitation, and freezing windy days.  Crews spend >90% of the time focused on a wide variety of field activities, with one laboratory based technician. Expect highly variable schedules, including 10-12-hour days for many days in a row, as well as periods of less than 40 hours a week, as storms, wildfires and flash floods impede sampling.  Hazards are generally minimal, but include some chance of encountering stinging insects, rattlesnakes, thorny plants, and potentially dangerous encounters with large mammals.  Lastly, all of our sites involve moderate to long travel times with some overnight stay required when working at the MOAB site.

Most temporary technicians will be based out of Salt Lake City, but smaller crews may be based in Moab, UT. Technicians will be responsible for finding their own housing in the base location where they are hired, each of which provides unique outdoor experiences! Salt Lake is 20 minutes from world-class skiing, backpacking, and rock climbing, with all the cultural benefits of a large city. Although the remote base locations are smaller in size, Moab is an epicenter of outdoor adventurers interested in rafting, desert sandstone rock climbing, and mountain biking. Working in Domain 15 offers the best of the West, spanning the Great Basin and the Colorado Plateau.

For more information about our other openings, please visit: http://www.neonscience.org/about/careers

Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH, is inviting applications for its MS program in Environmental Science and Policy (ESP).

We offer expertise in areas such as watershed ecosystems, hydrology, climate change, ecological economics, landscape ecology, and land use planning. Our curriculum emphasizes the relationships between science and policy, decision making for social and ecological sustainability and resilience, and science communication. Students in the program often collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of faculty, students, and scientists from other academic, governmental, and NGOs including Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest, White Mountain National Forest, NH Department of Environmental Services, Appalachian Mountain Club, and the Squam Lakes Association.

Students accepted to PSU=92s MS in ESP may be eligible for either graduate research assistantships (GRA) or teaching assistantships (GTA). GRAs will work on specific faculty research projects as they become available. GTAs will assist with undergraduate courses in ESP – preparing and teaching labs, organizing field expeditions, teaching a unit/module, and leading study groups. A valid US driver=92s license is required.

Assistantships are available only to full-time students enrolled in the MS in ESP program. Submit applications to PSU=92s Graduate Studies. For more information about the MS in ESP, please contact Program Coordinator, Shannon Rogers, shrogers@plymouth.edu.

The Welch Lab at Mississippi State University is looking for graduate
students to study evolutionary and conservation genetics in Caribbean
iguanas. I am interested in recruiting both MS and PhD students that would
like to pursue a degree in Biological Sciences. Students will be able to
choose between applied conservation genetics research projects as well
as more basic research projects focused on the evolutionary dynamics
of natural populations. Island populations of iguanas are particularly
useful for these types of studies because gene flow between islands is
typically low, and population sizes vary providing natural replicates
for study. This research is facilitated by extensive collaboration
with leading conservation biologists in the field. Participants in
the Welch lab will primarily be asked to conduct molecular genetic
analyses. However, fieldwork is highly encouraged, and students in the
Welch Lab have even directed extensive field their own studies. Six
graduate students working on iguanas have already conducted extensive
work in the Turks and Caicos, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic and the
Cayman Islands. Collaborations have further involved Jamaica, and most
of the Lesser Antilles. Work on Cuban iguanas is also currently being
considered. Funding for students will initially be provided by means of
teaching assistantships with the potential for research assistantships
dependent on the availability of external funding. Graduate student
support is a real strength of graduate programs at MSU due to the
availability of Teaching Assistantships. We are looking for students
to start in August of 2017. There are funds available on a competitive
basis to support student visits to MSU, and to provide $2,500 first-year
stipend enhancements. Please contact Mark Welch at mw497ATmsstateDOTedu if
you are interested. A CV would also be appreciated. For more information
about the Welch Lab, please visit markwelch.net.

If you have an undergraduate or recent graduate interested in a paid research assistantship in Marine Science this summer please pass this information along! There are up to two positions available and applications are due March 6th.An assistantship would involve a combination of field and lab work in population ecology, would be based just an hour north of Portland, Maine, and would involve multi-day trips to Maine’s Acadia region!

Here is the link for the flyer (http://www.downeastinstitute.org/assets/1_31_2017%20DEI%20undergrads%202017%20V1%20YUND.pdf) but for more information email Phil Yund (pyund@downeastinstitute.org).

Mianus River Gorge (www.mianus.org) College Internship in Suburban Ecology (

CISE)

Description: Mianus River Gorge, a conservation organization and 850-acre

nature preserve in Westchester County, New York, offers four 8-week summer

internships for college students interested in the conservation of natural

areas in urbanizing landscapes.

–Internships last for a period of 8 weeks. This year the internship will

run from Jun 9 – Aug 4. Longer internships may be available upon request.

— We generally must give preference to local students or those that can

commute, as summer housing is not always guaranteed.

— Each intern will work alongside Gorge staff and graduate students on a

variety of projects including wildlife monitoring, non-native species

management, and GIS applications.  The internship is a mix of performing

research and enacting management plans.

— Interns will work with and supervise high school students in our

authentic research program (Wildlife Technician Program).

— We work with our interns to provide a learning experience that fits

their interests and long-term educational goals.

— Stipend: $125/week (5 days a week) or combination of school credit and

stipend (depending on university requirements).

Projects for 2017 include:

o   Monitoring coyotes and other wildlife in NYC and Nassau County

o   Vegetation sampling, monitoring, and restoration

o   Wetland functional assessment throughout our watershed

o   Invasive species control and other land management work

o   Data management and analysis on several long-term projects

Applicant Eligibility

All undergraduate students are eligible to apply. We do not require

applicants to major in a particular discipline; however, exposure to and

interest in the fields of ecology, environmental science, or geography is

encouraged.

Interns must be self-motivated and work well in group settings.

Applicants should be prepared for strenuous summer work outdoors (e.g.

field research and land management projects) as well as indoor work when

necessary (e.g. data entry and GIS projects).

Special Considerations:

Housing is not always available, but we try to find it each year. Please

indicate whether you can commute to our location each day or will

need/prefer housing.

Public transportation in our area is unfortunately very limited, so it is

preferable that interns have a car.  Interns may also be asked to use their

own vehicle for some work (with mileage/gas reimbursement).

Application Deadline: March 15, 2017

Questions: Please direct questions to chris@mianus.org or call Chris Nagy

at 914-234-3455

Application link: http://www.mianus.org/research-and-education/

undergraduate/internship-application/

Additional info:

http://www.mianus.org/what-we-do/research-and-education/undergraduate/internships-in-suburban-ecology/

Agency:=09U.S. Geological Survey

Location: Nevada and/or NE California/Eastern Sierra

Job Description: US Geological Survey (USGS), in cooperation with Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and Idaho State University (ISU), is seeking to fill multiple positions for Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns to conduct avian biological surveys primarily targeted at greater sage-grouse at multiple study sites across Nevada and California. Primary duties may include capture and handling of sage-

grouse, lek counts, radio telemetry monitoring, nest videography, habitat sampling, avian predator surveys, data entry and management, and other biological surveys as needed.  Work hours will be irregular and include nights and early mornings, as well as weekends. The Nevada landscape is beautiful but rugged and challenging to work in. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing to above 100 degrees F, and inclement weather is always a possibility.=20=20=20

These temporary, full-time appointments are scheduled to last from the first week of March through the beginning of August, with the potential for employment to extend depending on funding and performance. Primitive field housing will be provided, and successful applicants will be required to stay on site during work periods.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references in a single word document saved with applicant=92s last name to: rkelble@usgs.gov and jpseverson@usgs.gov. Please indicate in your cover letter if you would prefer Crew Leader, Technician, or Intern positions, and if you are not interested in one or more positions. Cover letters and correspondence may be addressed to Rebecca Kelble and John Severson. Please include =93Greater Sage-grouse position=94 in the subject line.

Positions will be filled as successful applicants are identified, and interested applicants should submit applications as soon as possible.

Qualifications:=09B.S. degree in a natural resource field preferred although experienced undergraduates are encouraged to apply for intern positions. U.S. citizen with valid driver=92s license required.=20 Successful applicants must possess the ability to hike long distances over rough terrain often in inclement weather (snow, rain, hail, high winds).  Ability to take direction and work independently, strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and a desire to gain experience while maintaining enthusiastic attitude and good communication with field supervisor is essential for all positions. Prior experience driving ATVs/4×4 vehicles over rough terrain is also preferred for all positions.

Crew Leaders: We are seeking individuals with extensive experience working on wildlife-related field research projects, previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry, and strong interpersonal communication skills.  Prior supervisory experience, or demonstrated potential for supervising field crews, is preferred.

Technicians: Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience assisting with wildlife field research.  Previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry are also preferred.=20

Interns:  Internships will be offered to applicants that can demonstrate a passion for wildlife ecology, a willingness to learn new techniques and work as part of a team, and a desire to work hard in a remote but beautiful field setting.  Previous field experience is desirable, but not required.

Salary:=09Crew Leaders: ($2400/mo)

Technicians: ($2000/mo)

Interns ($900/mo living stipend)

Last Date to apply:=0902/15/2017

Website:=09https://www.werc.usgs.gov/

Contact:=09Rebecca Kelble and John Severson

E-mail: rkelble@usgs.gov and jpseverson@usgs.gov (Preferred)

We seek a highly motivated student to work on a collaborative project on the epigenetic mechanisms of stress tolerance in weeds and model systems. Projects will examine the role of epigenetics in plant response to a variety of stresses, including trans-generational inheritance of epigenetic changes. The student will lead greenhouse and growth chamber studies using a variety of stresses and plant species. The student will be co-advised by Dr. Jacob Barney (http://weedeco.ppws.vt.edu) <[http://weedeco.ppws.vt.edu)]http://weedeco.ppws.vt.edu)> and Dr. Shawn Askew (http://www.ppws.vt.edu/people/faculty/askew-shawn.html) <http://www.ppws.vt.edu/people/faculty/askew-shawn.html)> and work closely with Drs. Jim Westwood, David Haak, and Liqing Zhang. The successful candidate will be fully funded (tuition and stipend) for up to 48 months (Ph.D.) on a graduate research assistantship.

Virginia Tech is in Blacksburg, VA, a college town in an idyllic mountain setting and is the #1 ranked college/university in the U.S. for quality of life (Princeton Review, 8/2016).

Qualifications

Applicants should have a strong interest and a prior degree in biology, ecology, or related discipline, an MS in a related field is desired but not required.  Applicants should have extensive past research experience, an outstanding academic record and GRE scores, and evidence of strong writing and quantitative skills.

Start date for the assistantship is negotiable, ranging from May to August 2017.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

To apply, please email a single PDF file to Dr. Jacob Barney (jnbarney@vt.edu) <mailto:jnbarney@vt.edu)> containing (1) a cover letter outlining your research interests, career goals, relevant experience, and preferred start date; (2) your CV; (3) undergraduate/graduate transcripts and GRE scores; and (4) full contact information for at least 3 professional references.  The subject line of the email should read: Plant Stress Interactions Graduate Position.

CONSERVATION GENETICS PH.D. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

Conservation Genetics Ph.D. Graduate Student Assistantship to conduct
research on landscape genetics of northern leopard frogs.  The project
will analyze an existing dataset to evaluate gene flow among
potentially isolated wetlands, as means of assessing biotic
connectedness.  Additional sampling and possible development of
additional molecular markers will be pursued as warranted.  This
well-funded project is a collaboration between Craig Stockwell (NDSU)
and David Mushet (USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center).
Field work will take place in the upper Great Plains.  This project
will provide excellent networking opportunities with federal scientists
from USGS and EPA.

Position to start as soon as Summer 2017.

Open until filled

Requirements:  BS or MS in ecology, aquatic ecology, fisheries biology,
conservation biology or related field; Experience analyzing population
genetics data, quantitative skills, and ability to work independently
and as part of a research team.

Preferred:  M.S., experience with landscape-genetic
landscape-resistance models, field research experience, experience
using “R”

Salary:  $24,000/year + full tuition waiver

Contact:  Craig Stockwell, Professor, Biological Sciences, 201 Stevens
Hall, Box 6050, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58108-6050;
http://www.ndsu.edu/stockwell_lab/

e-mail:  Craig.Stockwell@ndsu.edu

Please send application materials to Craig.Sockwell@ndsu.edu and
include the following:  1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae / resume,
3) all college-level transcripts and 4) names and contact information
for three references.

CONSERVATION GENETICS PH.D. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

Conservation Genetics Ph.D. Graduate Student Assistantship to conduct
research on landscape genetics of northern leopard frogs.  The project
will analyze an existing dataset to evaluate gene flow among isolated
wetlands, as means of assessing biotic connectedness.  Additional
sampling and possible development of additional molecular markers will
be pursued as warranted.  This project is funded through an EPA grant
and is a collaborative project between Craig Stockwell (NDSU) and David
Mushet (USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center).   Field work
will take place in the upper Great Plains.

Position to start as early as July 1, 2016

Requirements:  BS or MS in ecology, aquatic ecology, fisheries biology,
conservation biology or related field; Experience analyzing population
genetics data, quantitative skills, and ability to work independently
and as part of a research team.

Preferred:  M.S., experience with amphibians, experience with
landscape-genetic landscape-resistance models, field research
experience.

Salary:  $22,000/year + full tuition waiver

Contact:  Craig Stockwell, Professor, Biological Sciences, 201 Stevens
Hall, Box 6050, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58108-6050;
http://www.ndsu.edu/stockwell_lab/

e-mail:  Craig.Stockwell@ndsu.edu

Please send application materials to Craig.Sockwell@ndsu.edu and
include the following:  1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae / resume,
3) all college-level transcripts and 4) names and contact information
for three references.

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) is emerging as an important biofuel
candidate in the United States. Our labs (see list of collaborators
below) collectively study the ecology, genetics/genomics, physiology
and agronomy/plant breeding of Switchgrass. We are seeking a talented
and diverse group of undergraduate students interested in conducting a
variety of research in Switchgrass biology across the US.

Program description:
This program is an opportunity for undergraduate students to
participate in mentored independent research on the biology of
Switchgrass. The program is funded through the NSF Research Experience
for Undergraduates (REU) program and is associated with our ongoing
interdisciplinary work on the ecology, physiology, and genomic
responses of switchgrass to future climate change. Summer students
will be immersed in research and learn basic and applied biology
through active participation in primarily field-based work. Working as
part of our research team, they will contribute to group research
projects, design short research projects, and present their work in an
end-of-summer student symposium.

Each position is supported for 8-10 weeks beginning the first week of
June. Students are awarded a $4500 stipend, plus a housing and food
allowance, and some funds to help defray the cost of traveling to the
designated University.

Who Should Apply:
Undergraduates that are not in their senior year (typically 1st to 3rd
year students), who are either U.S. citizens or permanent residents
studying in the U.S.

Application process:
The application deadline is February 19, 2017. Applicants should
submit a 1-page cover letter describing any relevant research
experience, along with their motivation for joining our research
group, and include a copy of their current transcript (unofficial
transcript or screenshots are acceptable). Applicants should also
ensure that two letters of recommendation are submitted on their
behalf. Only applications that are complete will be considered.
Applications and requests for further information should be directed
to:

Dr. Brandon Campitelli
e-mail: brandon.campitelli@utexas.edu
Subject: Switchgrass REU 2017

For more information regarding this opportunity, and ongoing research,
please visit our website:
https://sites.cns.utexas.edu/juenger_lab/summer-research-opportunities

The Connecticut DEEP Marine Fisheries Office is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill a Seasonal Resource Assistant position to work on the Shad & Sturgeon projects. The position provides opportunities for practical experience in fishery independent monitoring, data collection and lab processing techniques. Seasonal positions are limited in duration and pay $11 ‑ $13/hr (M-F, 35hrs/wk) based on relevant experience. The selected candidate will be available to start in April/May and work into October/November. Since this position is temporary, there would be no health benefits. The position is based out of DEEP Marine Headquarters in Old Lyme, CT, and employees would be expected to drive to Old Lyme each workday.

The duties may include, but are not limited to, sampling with fishing gear such as gill nets, skiff trawls and beach seines.

 Laboratory or office work could include identifying and counting juvenile fish, pressing and ageing fish scales, cleaning, repairing fishing gear and data entry.

Qualifications include actively pursuing or having completed a college degree in the biological sciences with coursework in fisheries or a related field. A degree is preferred but not required. Candidates with work experience in a related field may be considered. Candidates should possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to conduct vigorous field work in various weather conditions.

 

To apply: Please submit a completed application and resume to Joanne Kelley (joanne.kelley@ct.gov).

Be sure to indicate your interest in the Shad/Sturgeon project in your e-mail or cover letter.

Applications and instructions may be obtained from the Fisheries Seasonal Job Opportunities page on the DEEP website.

Specific questions may be directed to:

Jacque Benway Roberts

Fisheries Biologist

Marine Fisheries Office

Bureau of Natural Resources

Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
333 Ferry Rd / PO Box 719 Old Lyme, CT 06371
P: 860.447-4311|F: 860.434-6150 |E: jacque.benway@ct.gov