The Rice Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University
> is recruiting a PhD student to start Fall 2020.
>
> The Rice Lab studies hybridization and reproductive isolation in
> black-capped and Carolina chickadees. Projects with opportunities for
> graduate student involvement include our work on how cognition may
> contribute to selection against hybrids; and research on how local
> adaptation to climate can contribute to genetic incompatibilities
> and hybrid breakdown. Our research is collaborative and funded by
> NSF. Students will have the opportunity to interact with collaborators
> from several U.S. colleges and universities.
>
> For more information about research in the Rice Lab, follow us on Twitter
> (@amberricelab) or visit our lab website:
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> Lehigh University is a private research university located in Bethlehem,
> Pennsylvania, less than 1.5 hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The
> Department of Biological Sciences offers a PhD in Biology, with the choice
> of four research concentrations: Cell & Molecular Biology, Neuroscience,
> Biochemistry, and Evolution & Behavior. PhD students are financially
> supported through teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and
> fellowships. Information about faculty research programs and the PhD
> program can be found at https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https:%2F%2Fwww.lehigh.edu%2F~inbios%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cb3b10a11ada945664fad08d7594256c6%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637076013764990956&sdata=oLBhh6Dcp1XAYldYk%2BVjrKm6itDis0fRrup97MjUa00%3D&reserved=0.
>
> Lehigh and the Department of Biological Sciences value diversity in all
> forms. A variety of initiatives, coordinated by the Office of Diversity,
> Inclusion, and Equity, aim to grow and support a diverse and inclusive
> academic community. More information can be found at
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>
> Please contact Amber Rice for more information (amr511@lehigh.edu). The
> application deadline is January 1, 2020. Students from groups
> underrepresented in STEM are especially encouraged to apply.
>
> Amber Rice <amr511@lehigh.edu>
>
Opportunities
Job post: fish ecology technician
Fish Ecology Technician
We seek a Fish Ecology Technician to support research at the USGS Leetown Science Center. The position will involve projects using an experimental stream laboratory (80%) and in Shenandoah National Park (20%). Candidates should hold a B.S. in biology or a related field, and experience maintaining freshwater fish in aquaria or aquaculture systems is preferred.
This contract position is supported for 1 year at a salary commensurate with experience. The position is located at the USGS Leetown Science Center in Kearneysville, West Virginia, and the target start-date is December 2019. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Nathaniel (Than) Hitt at nhitt@usgs.gov.
M.S. Opportunity
Assistant Specialist Position at Benioff Ocean Initiative at UCSB – Plastic Pollution
JPF01648 Benioff Ocean Initiative Assistant Specialist – Marine Science
Institute
The Benioff Ocean Initiative (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.boi.ucsb.edu&data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Ccb5840a680824368309408d754750837%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637070733953312592&sdata=B1CGyhqONpOFx2uDe5Dj5lI%2FdQTiU%2BtEKL3Koddw7wM%3D&reserved=0) is an applied research
center at the University of California Santa Barbara’s Marine Science
Institute that works to leverage the power of marine science and technology
to develop and implement solutions to a wide range of ocean problems.
The Benioff Ocean Initiative seeks an Assistant Specialist to support an
effort to decrease the flow of plastic waste from rivers into the ocean.
Approximately 90% of the Assistant Specialist’s time will be assigned to
support the plastic waste effort, including the following responsibilities:
· Track progress in project partners’ plastic waste capture and
community outreach efforts through processing and visualizing data, writing
reports, and creating presentations
· Create public-facing communications materials about project updates
and accomplishments
· Coordinate in-person and remote meetings with project partners
· Explore and cultivate opportunities for project expansion
· Conduct internet and literature research on topics relating to
plastic pollution, recycling and waste management
The remaining 10% of the Assistant Specialist’s time will be assigned to
support other Benioff Ocean Initiative projects. This includes but is not
limited to the following:
· Conduct internet and literature research on threats to ocean
health, including pollution, climate change, and resource extraction
· Develop concise written briefs and presentations on diverse ocean
health topics.
Basic qualifications:
Master’s degree or equivalent in environmental studies, marine science,
ecology, biology, earth science or a related field is required at the time
of application.
In addition, by the time of appointment applicants must have one year of
experience in plastic pollution, solid waste management, recycling or other
closely related topics.
Preferred qualifications:
· Marine policy
· Data management and visualization
· Website development and management
· Event planning and meeting coordination
· International relations
· Artificial intelligence and computer vision
· One or more computational analytical tools, including but not
limited to R, ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and SQL
· Understanding and acceptance of diversity, equity and inclusion in
the workplace
This position is a 100% time appointment for one year from the start date
with the possibility of reappointment, contingent upon performance and
funding. Position start date is negotiable and anticipated to start in
December 2019. This appointment includes a competitive benefits package
with medical, dental and vision insurance and a UC retirement plan. Salary
is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
We encourage applicants to submit an optional Statement of Contributions to
Diversity. These statements, if submitted, will be reviewed for evidence of
teaching, research, professional and/or public service contributions that
promote diversity, equal opportunity and equitable access.
Electronic applications including a curriculum vitae, cover letter, contact
information for 3 references, and the optional statement of contributions
to diversity should be submitted via:
For primary consideration apply by November 7, 2019
Position open until filled.
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching and service as appropriate to the position.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Field Assistant at Pacuare Reserve, Caribbean coast, Costa Rica
*Monitoring of Sea Turtles, Bats, Monkeys, Jaguars and Agami Herons*
*About Ecology Project International (EPI):*
EPI is an international non-profit organization dedicated to addressing
critical conservation issues through field-based partnerships between local
experts and high school students. We engage adolescent youth from local
communities and visiting youth from other regions in applied hands-on
science and conservation as they learn about and help protect threatened
species and habitats. Through EPI’s programs in five countries throughout
the U.S. and Latin America, teens are inspired and empowered to engage in
conservation efforts at home and worldwide to become the next generation of
conservation leaders. More information can be found at
*About Pacuare Reserve:*
Established in 1989 and administered by Ecology Project International (EPI)
since 2016, it has 800 hectares of tropical rainforest on the Caribbean
coast of Costa Rica and have a high density of wildlife and its 6km (3.7
miles) of beach, is the most important nesting beach in the country for the
leatherback sea turtles and is habitat to the only accessible breeding
colony of Agami herons in the Caribbean and northern South America. Our
goals are conservation, research and environmental education. More
*Job Summary:*
The field assistant (FA) is a long-term volunteer job whom supports the
work and data collection of the different investigations of Pacuare
Reserve: sea turtles, Agami heron, jaguars and monkeys, among others.
Field Assistants (FA) will be trained in sea turtle monitoring techniques
and the primary responsibilities will include leading night beach censuses,
conducting morning beach surveys, tagging sea turtles and collecting data,
relocating and excavating nests, train new volunteers, manage the database,
building and being in charge of the sea turtle hatcheries.
Monitoring activities are carried out along 6 km (3.7 miles) of nesting
beach. FA ÃŒÂs will be in charge of leading visitors and/or groups of
students while on the beach, explaining the beach protocol and supervising
them on the process of data collection. FA ÃŒÂs are expected to participate
in other activities carried out by the Reserve like personal research
projects, environmental education activities, talks and workshops with
students and visitors, beach cleaning, recycling projects, or other needs
of the station. FA ÃŒÂs are expected to work 8-10 hours throughout the day
and/or night, often with little sleep. Beach censuses require walking on
soft sand and under the rain, therefore, a good physical condition is a
requirement for the FA position.
The position has a duration of three months with the possibility of
extending the period based on the execution of activities and performance.
The volunteer must choose one of three teams of assistants to participate
during the season.
*Qualifications:*
*Required:*
– Minimum age: 22 years.
– Graduates of or close to graduating in Natural Resources Management,
Biology, Environmental Science or a related field.
– Availability to work full dates, according to the chosen period
– Be bilingual in Spanish and English
– Being in good physical condition
– To be able to work actively in an atmosphere of variable sleep hours,
with day and night schedules
– Be proactive
– Experience of living with many people over long periods of time
– Experience teaching or sharing knowledge with other people
– Desires to live in a remote place and get the most out of the experience
*Preferred:*
· Previous experiences working with sea turtles
· Previous experience volunteering and living in Costa Rica, especially in
the Caribbean coast
· Previous Experience in environmental education
· Previous Experience with customer service
*Schedule and Location:*
There are three possible options to participate from February 20th to May
31th; from May 22th to August 15th; from August 10th to October 31th.
Pacuare Reserve, central Caribbean coast, Costa Rica.
The field assistant work is voluntary; approximately 4-6 hours are worked
on the beach and 2-3 hours during the day. The assistant has one night a
week to rest and a free day that can be accumulated to leave the Reserve
once a month. Rooms are shared, limited privacy and limited internet
connection.
*Compensation:*
FA Positions are voluntary and selected candidates are expected to plan and
finance their own travel to and from the Reserve, as well as travel
insurance. FAs will receive 3 meals a day and basic shared accommodations
for the duration of their time working for Pacuare Reserve.
*Please note*: A deposit of US$200 will be needed and will be reimbursed at
the end of the volunteer work.
*Questions can be directed to:*
Claudio Quesada-RodrÃÂguez, claudio.quesada@ecologyproject.org
*For more information:*
– Please read more information about the position in the following link (
*To apply:*
– Applications must be submitted electronically (applications will be
reviewed when received).
– Please, complete the form and submit the requested information using the
link (
)
*Claudio Quesada RodrÃÂguez*
*Research and Conservation Coordinator*
*Pacuare Reserve – Costa Rica*
*Ecology Project International*
506.40002727 office | 506.85803736 cell phone
Postdoc: UFlorida_Gainesville.PDForPhD.FungalSystematics
PhD or Postdoc opportunity on bark&ambrosia beetles and fungi
> at the University of Florida Forest Entomology lab: systematics
> of the fungi, or molecular biology/genetics, or invasions. Fully
> funded, no prior experience with this system necessary. Details:
> https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fambrosiasymbiosis.org%2F2019%2F03%2Flooking-for-talent%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cf044d601e5a04d53ebee08d75620c3eb%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637072571034571712&sdata=ngx%2BntwfFloQrMUNLwqLsG3tjmcLDLX3lvc2Z2HCoaY%3D&reserved=0
>
>
> Jiri Hulcr, Associate Professor
> School of Forest Resources and Conservation
> University of Florida – Gainesville
> (+1) 517-256-1894
> Lab:
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> Tree health:
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> “Hulcr,Jiri” <hulcr@ufl.edu>
>
Graduate Position: UFlorida.AntGeneEvolution
Interested in Genetic and Epigenetic Basis of Social Evolution?
> Apply for Graduate School at the University of Florida (UF)
>
> The Yan Lab in the UF Biology is seeking graduate researchers to study
> how evolutionary expansion of receptor genes and diversity of sensory
> neurons in ants regulate their social communication and interaction
> with ecological environment, as well as how behavioral plasticity and
> reproductive longevity were evolved in eusocial insects.
>
> Information on Dr. Yan¢s research and articles
> can be found: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.ufl.edu%2Fhua-yan%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cad8f7d3b85b54eeacd8708d75620a4ce%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637072570515238530&sdata=4K2a3%2F4Md4%2BZ0%2BNq%2FZCUXrmwd3rnEyRkyF%2BfZojNxs8%3D&reserved=0
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>
> Interested students are strongly recommended to apply for the graduate
> school at the University of Florida for Fall 2020. The deadline for
> applications to UF Biology is December 1. If you are interested, please
> contact me via email: hua.yan@ufl.edu More information can be found at
> the website: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.ufl.edu%2Fgraduate%2Fapplication%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cad8f7d3b85b54eeacd8708d75620a4ce%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637072570515248523&sdata=WkmSwOuEUq5cIHe%2FBfVfO3m5ElDe44qx57r0XQZxOLA%3D&reserved=0
>
> The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Individuals
> from under-represented groups in STEM are particularly encouraged
> to apply.
>
>
> Hua Yan, Ph.D.
> Department of Biology,University of Florida
> 882 Newell Dr., 511 Carr Hall
> PO Box 118525
> Gainesville, FL 32611
> Phone:352-273-4983
>
> “Yan,Hua” <hua.yan@ufl.edu>
>
Graduate Position: StonyBrookU.EvolutionaryBiol
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
>
> The Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution
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> <https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stonybrook.edu%2Fecoevo%2Findex.html&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cdfb1053e11474705d46e08d7561cfd9c%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637072554824645277&sdata=%2FbdXHBvoVFPk6ZOlNSPY4veVu7CHnypyssvwb0nMeGE%3D&reserved=0> is recruiting doctoral and
> master’s level graduate students for Fall 2020.
>
> The department has a long and distinguished history, being one of the first
> of its kind. It currently has a productive and diverse faculty working on
> broad array of questions involving microbes, plants, vertebrate and
> invertebrate animals and whole ecosystems. Field locales span the globe
> from the old and new world tropics to the Arctic and Antarctic polar
> regions, as well as the uplands, wetlands and coastal areas of Long Island
> and nearby New York City. We offer research and educational opportunities
> through many other prestigious local institutions, such as the American
> Museum of Natural History, Cold Spring Harbor and Brookhaven National
> Laboratory.
>
> Upon admission, PhD students are guaranteed teaching assistantships upon
> acceptance, with additional support available through fellowships and
> research assistantships, as they become available. The deadlines for
> applications are Dec. 1, 2019 for the PhD program. Admissions to the MA
> program are rolling until April 15, 2020.
>
> Below is a listing of current local program faculty to whom questions can
> be directed. It is highly recommended that PhD applicants contact potential
> advisors before submitting your application. For questions or assistance
> with the application process please e-mail our Graduate Program
> coordinator, Melissa Cohen melissa.j.cohen@stonybrook.edu.
>
> DEPARTMENTAL FACULTY
>
> H. Resit Akcakaya – Population and conservation ecology
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> Stephen B. Baines – Aquatic ecosystem ecology and biogeochemistry
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> Liliana M. Dávalos – Vertebrate phylogenetics, biogeography and conservation
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> Walter F. Eanes – Evolutionary genetics of Drosophila
>
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> Jessica Gurevitch – Research synthesis, plant population and invasion
> ecology
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> Jesse D. Hollister – Plant evolutionary genomics and epigenetics
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> Jeffrey S. Levinton – Marine ecology and paleobiology
>
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> Heather J. Lynch – Quantitative ecology and conservation biology
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> Ross H. Nehm – Science education, evolution education, cognition
>
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> Dianna K. Padilla – Marine and freshwater ecology, conservation and
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> Joshua Rest – Evolutionary genomics
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> Tara M. Smiley – Paleoecology and biogeography
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> Pascal Title – macroevolution and spatial macroecology
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> Robert W. Thacker- Systematics, phylogenetics, and ecology
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> John R. True – Evolutionary developmental biology
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> Krishna M. Veeramah – Primate comparative genomics
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> Natasha Vitek – Evolution and variation in vertebrate fossils
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> PROGRAM FACULTY IN OTHER DEPARTMENTS
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> Jackie Collier – Microbial ecology
>
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> Nolwenn M. Dheilly – Evolution of Host-Parasite Interactions
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> Andreas Koenig – Behavioral ecology of primates
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> David Q. Matus – Evolution of Cell Invasion
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> Catherine Markham – Behavioral ecology
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> Janet Nye – Quantitative Fisheries Ecology
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> Alistair Rogers – Plant Physiology and Climate Change
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> Shawn P. Serbin – Plant Physiology and Remote Sensing
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> Jeroen B. Smaers – Brain Evolution, Phylogenetic Comparative Methodology,
> Macroevolutionary Morphology
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> Leslie Thorne – Ecology and Behavior of Marine Birds and Mammals
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> Nils Volkenborn – Benthic Ecology and Sediment Biogeochemistry
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> Patricia Wright – Tropical Conservation and Primatology
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> —
> Stephen B Baines
> Assoc. Professor, Grad. Program Director,
> Dept.of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University
> Life Sciences Bldg 636/Lab 102, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5245
> Phone (631) 632-1092/Fax (631)632-7626
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> Stephen Baines <stephen.baines@stonybrook.edu>
>
GeneticsGenomics.Scholars
The Genetics & Genomics Initiative is recruiting the first cohort of
> students for the Genetics & Genomics (GG) Scholars program (deadline:
> January 15th, 2020). The GG Scholars program prepares future scientists
> for cutting edge, interdisciplinary research across the life sciences
> andis built on the philosophy that the exploration of genes and genomes
> informs all fields of biology. The GG Scholars program is open to current
> and incoming PhD students. Throughout PhD training, GG Scholars are
> provided with an array of opportunities for development as scientists,
> including a world-classGGI Seminar Series, interactions withGGI Research
> Interest Groups, and a network of partnerships at the University and
> beyond to support careers in research, education, outreach, policy,
> and industry.
>
> Learn more about the program by visiting our website
> here(https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fggi.ncsu.edu%2Fgraduate-program%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C745ebb1cb4b443c0f36208d753e3e315%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637070110542749689&sdata=N1ogzU%2B%2BazVXAcLWQ0TDmIilVLcpUb6V1NfUwWrz008%3D&reserved=0) or in the attached
> flyer. There are 16 differentaffiliated PhD programs to the GG Scholars
> that students will complete their PhDs in. There are several pathways
> toapply to the GG Scholars program and new students will join this
> program either through an affiliated program or to the GG Scholars
> program itself. More details about the application process, links to
> the application, and application materials can be found on the web site
> and below.
>
> Please share this program with anyone who you think might benefit from
> an umbrella graduate training program in Genetics and Genomics. If you
> have any questions please direct them to Dr. Martha Burford Reiskind
> (mbreiski@ncsu.edu) or the program directly (gg_scholars@ncsu.edu)
>
> I have also attached a flyer.
>
> Overview of the application process to the GG Scholors program
>
>
>
> Martha Burford Reiskind, PhD
> Research Assistant Professor
> Department of Biological Sciences
> Director of the Genetics & Genomics Scholars Graduate program
> North Carolina State University
> Raleigh, NC 27695
>
> Phone: 919.515.3495
>
> Email: mbreiskiatncsu.eduor martha_reiskindatncsu.edu
> Lab website:http://burfordreiskind.com/
>
> Twitter: @MobReiskind
>
> Genetics & Genomics Scholars Contacts
> Website:https://ggi.ncsu.edu/graduate-program/
> Twitter: @NCStateGGIGrad
>
> Martha Burford Reiskind <mbreiski@ncsu.edu>
>
Winrock Job Opportunity – Ecosystem Services Analyst
Winrock International’s Ecosystem Services Unit is looking for an Ecosystem Services Analyst who is passionate about climate change, ecosystem services and international development to join our tight-knit, interdisciplinary team.
The Ecosystem Services Analyst contributes to the Ecosystem Services Unit’s global work in the sphere of ecosystem evaluation, carbon accounting, climate change mitigation and adaptation, REDD+, watershed management and environmental services. The Analyst is an early career position that reports to a Program Officer and works with other staff in the Unit to implement and manage Ecosystem Services’ project activities, carrying out and presenting scientific analyses, building capacity of local stakeholders and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Job: Fish & Wildlife science communication and outreach
Title: Fish and Wildlife Information Specialist
Application Deadline: 11/04/2019
Req ID: 2959
Department: Fish & Wildlife
Location: Montpelier, VT
Position Type: Permanent
Pay Grade: 23
Schedule Type: Full Time
Overview
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Information Specialist position to provide media relations and outreach on all areas of fish and wildlife management. The position will be responsible for handling media and information requests, arranging logistics with media outlets, providing staff with support and training to deliver outreach to key audiences, managing information flow on social media, creating content through photography, videography, and writings, and assisting with public meetings and special events.. The position will write press releases, take photos, respond to public information requests, and coordinate the production of select fish and wildlife publications and communication campaigns. The goal of this position is to assist the Education and Outreach, Fisheries, Law Enforcement and, in particular, the Wildlife Division in telling the story of what the Fish and Wildlife Department does, and how it improves the lives of Vermonters.
Core duties include:
* Develops effective relationships with print and broadcast media personnel.
* Assists the department’s divisions and staff on priority outreach needs through staff trainings, logistical and planning support, and drafting content.
* Creates content requested by divisions on a range of fish, wildlife, and habitat topics through photography, videography, and writing.
* Manages social media, using photos, videos and video editing software to produce multimedia in collaboration with staff across the department.
* Produces timely and effective press releases and news pitches for print and other media.
* Provides information on natural resources topics, including fish and wildlife management, for various audiences.
* Prepares the annual hunting and fishing law digests, department calendar, and web content.
* Writes and edits department publications such as nongame newsletter, annual habitat stamp reports, and annual wildlife management areas reports.
* Participates in public presentations, develops PPT presentations, helps coordinate department events and provide media support and training for staff.
Desired skills/knowledge/competencies:
* Considerable knowledge of fish and wildlife management principles.
* Considerable knowledge of fish and wildlife species and habitats.
* Considerable knowledge of conservation philosophy, concepts, and practices.
* Working knowledge of fish and wildlife laws and regulations.
* Working knowledge of hunting, fishing, and trapping techniques.
* Working knowledge of photography, videography, and related software.
* Considerable knowledge of writing and editing.
* Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations and social media.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree AND one (1) year at a professional level in a natural resources related field involving publications and information requests.
OR
Bachelor’s degree AND two (2) years at a professional level in a natural resources related field involving publications and information requests.
OR
High School Diploma or equivalent AND six (6) years at a professional level in a natural resources related field involving publications and information requests.