FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT NEEDED FOR FOREST POLLINATOR GENETICS PROJECTS led by Dr. Jim Rivers (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpeople.forestry.oregonstate.edu%2Fjim-rivers%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cb5bcd9f188044f0fb11b08d6daa85c48%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636936813992379810&sdata=ARPvkhkncxGzD9jgc3zTjS2X3ILicJYjyFBUjLkRz1s%3D&reserved=0), Dr. Sara Galbraith (Post-doctoral researcher), and Rachel Zitomer (MSc. Candidate) in the College of Forestry at Oregon State University.

The objective of this research is to assess how behavior, population dynamics, and health of two native bee species are affected by management activities and stand/landscape characteristics in managed forests using cutting-edge genetic techniques, including DNA capture-recapture and DNA metabarcoding. Research assistants will work with both commercially reared and wild bee species throughout the season. Duties will consist of:

* collecting wild pollinators using a variety of techniques (netting, traps, non-lethal tissue samples)

* quantifying floral resources

* measuring plant community, environmental, and management-related variables

* monitoring solitary bees in artificial nests

* extracting pollen samples from nests and specimens

* conducting pollination experiments

* processing specimens in the lab

* entering data

Field work will take place in the rugged and scenic Coast Range of western Oregon and will involve physically demanding work in challenging conditions (heat, cold, rain, sun, steep slopes, loose rock, logging slash, stinging insects, hazardous plants), working long days (up to 12 hours), including some weekends, driving on logging roads, and navigating through difficult forest terrain.

Position will run approximately June 3-September 1, 2019; there is potential for some flexibility on start and end dates. Pay rate is $500-550/week for research assistants. Project-related transportation is provided.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a B.S. degree in entomology, animal ecology, botany, or a related field and at least 2 years of field experience (2 season-long field positions=2 years of experience). Preference will be given to candidates who are proficient with insect collection and identification, have previous experience with ecological field work, especially in challenging terrain, and/or are familiar with Oregon flora. Successful applicants will:

* be self-motivated, with a strong work ethic

* be able to carry heavy gear (30+ lbs) on steep slopes

* be able to harmoniously work and problem-solve as part of a team

* have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

* be able to maintain a positive disposition under challenging field conditions

* have a proven track record working safely, efficiently, and cooperative manner in a team setting

To apply: Applicants should create a single PDF containing (1) a cover letter addressing the candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the specific duties described in the position description; (2) a full-length CV or resume; and (3) the names and contact information (email, telephone) of three references. This document should be emailed to Rachel Zitomer at oregonbeecrew[at]gmail[dot]com with “Pollinator Genetics Crew 2019” in the subject line. We will review applications as they are received and earlier applicants may receive more consideration.

The Chicago Botanic Garden seeks to fill 3 seasonal (5-month) field technician positions to conduct native seed collections as part of the national Seeds of Success Program in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. These positions would begin as soon as possible, going into June.

Technicians will support SOS native seed collection operations as part of a 3-person collection team. The team (1 lead, 2 team members) will spend approximately 90% of their time in the field scouting, planning, and conducting seed collections as part of the national Seeds of Success Program.

Payment

Lead Field Technicians will be paid $840/week, Field Technicians will be paid $612/week. Housing is not provided.

To Apply:

Interested individuals should contact Dr. Joanne Crawford, Manager of Conservation Land Management Training Programs at JCrawford@chicagobotanicgarden.org   for more information about applying. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until all positions have been filled.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify potential SOS collection locations and scouting for new potential collection sites; work with BLM to develop a SOS collection plan

• As part of a team, carry out seed collections and package and ship seeds back to partners, keeping detailed records of all collections and shipments

• Ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of seed collections and data provided by the collection crew. Lead team to make 30 SOS native seed collections using the BLM SOS protocol https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.blm.gov%2FSOS&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cb5bcd9f188044f0fb11b08d6daa85c48%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636936813992369808&sdata=P%2B4MWnLa%2F7a42V0zdEh5c%2ByXbKqATHXckJIfCUeRcpc%3D&reserved=0

• Timely, accurate reporting of time and effort activities, adherence to all Chicago Botanic Garden policies and procedures for employees and communication with the Chicago Botanic Garden’s manager of Conservation Science Training Programs

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• B.S. in Botany, Plant Science, Ecology, Environmental Science or a related field

• Strong plant identification skills (to species) and knowledge of plant taxonomy; strong knowledge of plant biology. Familiarity with plants and ecosystems of the western U.S.

• Experience conducting field work related to plant research, identification, restoration, and/or seed collection (through SOS programs or other seed handling/collecting work)

• Experience maintaining accurate and detailed data records (in field and in electronic databases such as Excel/Access)

• Capable of conducting daily field work in rough terrain in harsh environmental conditions (heat, rain, biting insects), and motivating a field crew through those tough conditions

• Experience driving large field vehicles with 4-wheel drive; driving on gravel and dirt roads; off-road driving

• Experience hiking and backcountry camping, and the willingness to do so for this position

• Experience working with agency, academic, private, or non-profit partners to coordinate, plan, and execute fieldwork on public or private lands

• Familiarity with ArcGIS to display maps, visualize georeferenced data, and interface with GPS units

• Wilderness First Aid or other field safety training

Physical Demands

Data collection often occurs in remote locations, where cellular connection is unavailable or inconsistent. Field conditions can be extreme: hot summer conditions with potential for heavy rainfall, flash floods, and lightning strikes; high altitude sun exposure; and occasional wildlife encounters (rattlesnakes, bears, and scorpions). Seed collection and vegetation monitoring activities can be physically demanding due to stooping and bending for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and hike up to 6 miles per day is expected. Fieldwork will require overnight travel and will involve overnight camping in remote areas. Safety is a pre-requisite, particularly where industry development (energy extraction, e.g. Natural gas) is occurring and during hunting season, and will guide how fieldwork is conducted.

Late-breaking PAID field botany internships available with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (HTNF), in cooperation with USFS Intermountain Region, and the Chicago Botanic Garden. We are recruiting two (2) Native Seed Interns to collect seed and conduct field surveys throughout the state of Nevada and parts of Eastern California.

If interested, please email Joanne Crawford at jcrawford@chicagobotanic.org or Chris Woolridge at cwoolridge@chicagobotanic.org. To apply, please visit the Conservation and Land Management Internship program website at:https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.clminternship.org&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cce4e26ce0a3a4f6c5c2d08d6d9def0f2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935948894347629&sdata=VjwB4pbVnp2biSs6oCJ7gmf%2FoAMDGxvSFk%2FsMsLtNxA%3D&reserved=0.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Scouting and identifying populations of target native plant species suitable for the program;

• Monitoring and maintenance of reciprocal transplant study plots;

• GPS mapping populations of plants, disturbance areas, and other features;

• Monitoring the phenology of plant populations to identify optimal seed collection times;

• Collecting seed from plant populations and completing data forms in accordance with the Seeds of Success (SOS) Technical Protocol;

• Taking herbarium vouchers, and processing and shipping seed as necessary.

• Recording data electronically and on paper data forms, entering and editing data related to restoration activities;

• Reporting accomplishments and providing recommendations for program improvements, priorities, and future projects.

We are seeking a fisheries technician to assist in a project evaluating juvenile Chinook Salmon size, growth rates, and survival throughout two NE Oregon basins. The technician will be hired through the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission and will be working on a three person crew led by a postdoc from Oregon State University. The project will be based in La Grande, Oregon from mid-July to early/mid October. Free housing is provided.

Please apply using the following link: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.critfc.org%2Fblog%2Fjobs%2Ffishery-technician-ii-6%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cce4e26ce0a3a4f6c5c2d08d6d9def0f2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935948894347629&sdata=TLHEo5MCW8aNOa22caQ1G9m%2Bqs39CcyyMdaXOVa0Q4s%3D&reserved=0

Closing date is May 22nd.

The Bartlett Lab in the Department of Viticulture & Enology at the University of California, Davis is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working summer technician to assist in research to find root traits that can be used to improve crop drought tolerance. The selected technician will manage a combined greenhouse and vineyard drought experiment on a diverse set of grapevine rootstocks. Responsibilities will include weighing and watering pots to maintain precise experimental drought treatments, using plant physiology equipment to measure root drought tolerance traits and monitor plant water stress and photosynthesis, and harvesting and measuring plant biomass growth. The selected technician will also supervise the undergraduate research students who are assisting with this work. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience with greenhouse and field experiments, plant physiology and drought tolerance, and viticultural practices.

The successful candidate must have a background in plant biology and strong critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. Previous experience with plant biology or physiology research, especially experience using pressure bombs and LI-COR photosynthesis systems, is strongly preferred.

The position will start as early as possible in June and continue through September, though there may be opportunities to continue involvement with this and related research for another year. Salary is $20.54/hr. The greenhouse drought experiment may require several hours of work on the weekends, over a period of 4 – 6 weeks: this work is compensated at 1.5x time the standard rate. To apply, please send (1) a CV, (2) a brief (max. 2 pg) cover letter addressing these qualifications and your previous experience with research, (3) an unofficial transcript, and (4) contact information for 3 references as a single PDF tomkbartlett@ucdavis.edu. Review of applications will begin on 5/30/19.

Research Internships in Plant Ecology, Archbold Biological Station, Florida

Beginning September or October 2019; running about 8 months.

Applications due July 26, 2019.

Ideal for Students with Undergraduate Degrees Contemplating Graduate School

Includes independent research project. Provides Stipend, Room and Board.

Internships available at Archbold Biological Station in south-central Florida in the Plant Ecology Program, led by Dr. Eric Menges, which emphasizes conservation biology, plant demography, restoration ecology, fire ecology, landscape ecology, and fire management. We study many rare species of endemic vascular plants in endangered Florida scrub and related communities. Active fire management provides outstanding opportunities for short-term comparative studies in fire ecology. Our long-term (as long as 31-year) datasets on dozens of scrub plants gives context to short-term, focused, field projects. A large-scale experimental restoration provides a useful context for restoration ecology projects.  Additional information can be found at the Archbold website:  https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cce4e26ce0a3a4f6c5c2d08d6d9def0f2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935948894337633&sdata=ilRtCDnjusbHw0SJB%2FYq%2F7t9Zlo%2BDHmNadt1fdIoAew%3D&reserved=0 or the plant ecology program website: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2Fhtml%2Fresearch%2Fplant%2Fplant.html&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cce4e26ce0a3a4f6c5c2d08d6d9def0f2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935948894337633&sdata=DD5IqUJo4Vt3C%2BVjRuf1zM2IYJ559n1o%2BI%2FkX%2FpKPU4%3D&reserved=0 or our intern website: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2Fhtml%2Fresearch%2Fplant%2Fplantinternship.html&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cce4e26ce0a3a4f6c5c2d08d6d9def0f2%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935948894337633&sdata=QD6FyUsNGmKS70ZKqmSmUNcIMl9FmMqimoN7ZztD32g%3D&reserved=0

Interns live on site and receive a room, breakfasts and lunches, and a weekly stipend of $160. Each intern works 20 hours per week assisting with a wide range of ongoing research projects. The remainder of the week can be devoted to an independent research project. Internships run for about 8 months (can sometimes be shorter or longer) and offer an opportunity for experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Our internships are ideal preparation for graduate research in ecology. Most of our interns have gone on to academic or professional positions and many have first-authored publications based on their intern projects.

Archbold Biological Station is active in research, conservation, and education. Our facilities include a 5000 ha preserve, an outstanding regional library and a GIS lab running ArcINFO. We have a staff of about 50 with many visiting scientists, an active seminar program, and a relaxed biological station atmosphere.

Ideal candidates will have independent research experience, classwork and experience in ecology and botany, field ecology experience, strong grades, statistical and GIS skills, and excellent letters of recommendation.

To apply for an internship in the plant ecology lab, please provide the following: a cover letter stating research interests, a resume or CV, and a summary of grades. Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to us via email. Materials should be sent by July 26, 2019.

EMAIL APPLICATIONS ONLY! Send to Eric Menges at emenges@archbold-station.org

Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications

from members of underrepresented groups

PhD student position is available for research and training in wildlife population genomics, conservation genetics, and disease ecology at the University of Wyoming (UW) in Laramie. The position will be mentored within two labs: the Holly Ernest Wildlife Genomics and Disease Ecology Lab https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wildlifegenetichealth.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664884455&sdata=VlsgNXaFjJ%2F69PIJF8bRkNapz%2FlA0PDcX70iCtL1h0I%3D&reserved=0 and the Jennifer Malmberg Wildlife Pathology and Genomics Lab https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uwyo.edu%2Fvetsci%2Fdepartment-directory%2Ffaculty-members%2Fmalmberg-jennifer.html&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664884455&sdata=9d%2BL2TuST6irSsxDyRS0CdL1TCiXf%2Bdbhn6MyYStrUk%3D&reserved=0 in the Department of Veterinary Sciences https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uwyo.edu%2Fvetsci&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664884455&sdata=S%2FTp%2BKw3Tsr2y8r11A2lTyXxQyx4YbJXBA9h4%2F308fo%3D&reserved=0 and the UW Graduate Program in Ecology (PiE; https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.uwyo.edu%2Fpie%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664884455&sdata=kWzOfa23aJIhkCFta5Lo0BgYHmggVEzmg%2Fk6gM2W2B8%3D&reserved=0). Research will use genomic, genetic and diagnostic methods to study wildlife population ecology and disease ecology in the Rocky Mountain West and/or California, with project either in large mammal or avian species.  Information and application instructions: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wildlifegenetichealth.org%2Fgrad-wildlife-genomics%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664884455&sdata=J4xzEh7oihjnqjFi339CkuaSJUhn%2FCJji9ZVlMieNZU%3D&reserved=0

. Rebecca Niemiec is recruiting a PhD student to begin in Fall (or potentially Winter) 2019 in the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department at Colorado State University.

The student would help with an NSF-funded project focused on motivating neighborhood collective action for habitat conservation in peri-urban landscapes. The project will involve conducting large-scale field experiments in partnership with the City of Fort Collins and local non-profit organizations testing the effectiveness of different community outreach approaches.

The PhD position would include guaranteed funding for three years through a graduate research assistantship. Desired qualifications include: a master’s degree in natural resource management, environmental education, or other related field, statistical expertise, and knowledge of social-psychology theory as applied to environmental issues.

Prospective students interested in this opportunity may write directly to Dr. Rebecca Niemiec at Rebecca.niemiec@colostate.edu. Please include your CV and a cover letter with a description of your interest in the project and your relevant background experience.

For more information about the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department at Colorado State University, please visit:https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarnercnr.colostate.edu%2Fhdnr%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664894451&sdata=6HjotdDRN1BfwyqXB5odT5bZOYtGt7FnVsDQObazutc%3D&reserved=0.

Clemson University is currently accepting applications for Fall 2019 for the Online Non-thesis, Masters in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology Program. Admissions guidelines and a link to graduate admissions can be found on our website (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.clemson.edu%2Fonline%2Fprograms%2Fwildlife-fisheries-biology.html&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C17e539afc4484c4a1dbb08d6d915f4e8%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636935085664904449&sdata=uyuUzRL7i%2BGAId%2BYo0CI7lL7MyTmGSa%2FvNN9Ow9mOrU%3D&reserved=0). If you need to take the GRE please plan to do so at least 2 weeks prior to the application deadline so official scores can be received before June 30th.