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STUDENT MEMBERSHIP AWARDS COMPETITION FOR THE AMERICAN ORNITHOLOGISTS’ UNIONAre you a student interested in joining the American Ornithologists’ Union (AOU)? The Council of the AOU has voted to provide one-year student membership awards to qualified undergraduate or graduate students interested in pursuing a career in ornithology.There are many benefits to becoming a member of the AOU: (1) You will receive The Auk, the leading journal of ornithology. (2) You will receive Ornithological Monographs, a venue for longer ornithological publications. (3) You will have access to the online membership directory, providing contact information for all members of the Ornithological Societies of North America. (4) You will receive free access to the Birds of North America online. (5) You will be eligible to apply for travel awards to attend annual meetings and research grants to support high quality research (only members may apply). (6) You will become part of a forward-looking organization that promotes participation of professionals and amateurs in the mission of understanding and conserving birds.To qualify, students must:1. Have no current or prior membership in the AOU2. Provide a resume or curriculum vitae describing the current degree program, the expected date of completion and the candidate's academic and/or work experience, and interests in ornithology (electronic documents preferred)3. Provide a brief letter of sponsorship from an academic advisor on letterhead from the institution in which the student is currently enrolled (electronic documents preferred)Awards are not renewable, but recipients can continue to be AOU members at the reduced student rate, as long as they retain student or post-doctoral status.To apply, please read the full application details through the "Membership" link on the AOU website (http://www.aou.org/) and forward your materials electronically the Student Membership Awards organizer, Daniel Mennill (dmennillATuwindsorDOTca). |
Internship DescriptionDolphins Plus is an education, research, and interactive facility located in Key Largo, FL. It is home to Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and California sea lions in a natural water setting. We provide interactive swims for the general public, as well as disabled individuals. Dolphins Plus Research and Education Department supports several ongoing behavioral research projects, as well as offers marine science classes for the general public. |
Field assistants needed for a study of vocal dialects and behavior in a lekking hummingbird in Trinidad. Field research assistants will participate in data collection during an intensive 4 month field season of this long-term study.Assistant duties will include (but are not limited to) nest-searching, behavioral observations, color band reading, netting, radio-tracking, and playback experiments. Work will begin in early January and go until early May, 2009. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Click the link above to find out how to apply. |
Field assistants needed for long-term study of the behavioral ecology of the cooperatively breeding Acorn Woodpecker in California. |
Carmel Valley, California:Field assistants needed for an ongoing long-term study of thebehavioral ecology of the western bluebird at Hastings Reservation inupper Carmel Valley, California. Hastings is a field station run bythe Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, UC Berkeley and this study has beenongoing since 1983. Current work focuses on behavioral ecology,particularly delayed dispersal and the importance of nepotism inwinter family groups. Interns for the project must be avid hikers,comfortable tromping around in the wilderness to monitor nests andhappy to sit in blinds during the mornings watching behavior.Self-discipline and genuine interest in field biology as a career arehelpful. Prior experience with birds is desirable but not required;self-motivation, enthusiasm for the questions and ability to tacklethe rigors of fieldwork are a must. We are particularly interested incandidates who believe they would like to go to graduate school inbehavioral ecology or field ornithology. Positions start in Mar or Apr2009 and continue through mid-Jul with the possibility of an extendedstint for more focused individuals wishing to participate fully in aresearch project leading to publication. We offer a small livingstipend ($800/month) along with housing. The experience is designed tobe one of total immersion six days a week. Send or e-mail a resumealong with the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at leasttwo references to CAITLIN STERN, Department of Neurobiology&Behavior, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853 (EM: cas245 ATcornell.edu). |
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join a National Science Foundation supported investigation of maternal inheritance of mitochondria as a constraint on male adaptation. Using the pseudoscorpion, Cordylochernes scorpioides, as a model system, the research encompasses whole-genome mitochondrial DNA sequencing, sperm competition studies and analyses of the evolutionary response to maternally- and paternally-based selection regimes on traits important in sperm competitive ability. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. in evolutionary biology, evolutionary genetics, entomology, molecular genetics or related field, and a record of publication in peer-reviewed, scientific journals. Ability to assist in the supervision of a large group of undergraduate and graduate students is essential. Candidates with expertise in DNA sequencing, DNA profiling, quantitative genetics and/or arthropod dissection and microscopy are especially desired. Interested applicants should apply online at http://www.unrsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53475 and will be prompted to attach a resume/CV, cover letter, contact information for three references and a statement of research plans. Contact Information for this position: DavidW. Zeh - zehd@unr.edu; Jeanne A. Zeh - jaz@unr.edu, Cheri Briggs - Search Coordinator - cherib@unr.edu - (775) 784-6188 |
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in evolutionary biology or its intersection with ecology. The position will have a university year appointment. We seek outstanding individuals with research and teaching interests in any area of evolutionary biology or evolutionary ecology; including evolutionary and ecological genetics and genomics, population and quantitative genetics, phylogenetics of communities, evolutionary theory, phylogenetics, and evolution of morphology, function, and behavior. For further information, please see http://www.eeb.lsa.umich.edu.To apply, please provide: complete curriculum vitae, statements of current and future research plans and teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, copies of publications and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: eebsearch@umich.edu (preferred) or Evolutionary Biology Search Committee, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Michigan, 830 N. University, 2019-S Kraus Bldg, Ann Arbor 48109-1048. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2008 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply and the University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. |
Field assistants are needed for a research project on the behavioral ecology of Phayre's leaf monkeys (Trachypithecus phayrei) at Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary, Northeastern Thailand. |
Research Assistant / Technician – available Fall Semester 2008.Penn State University’s School of Forest Resources and Department of Biology are seeking an experienced and motivated Research Assistant / Technician. This position is to provide the day-to-day husbandry and general support to run a new fish lab facility in the School of Forest Resources. In addition to routine fish care, the work will involve a breeding and rearing program for poeciliid fish. Previous experience with fish is desirable, a full drivers license, good inter-personal skills and excellent organizational skills are essential. This is a fixed term position funded for 3 years.Further details on the research program the position is affiliated with can be found at:School of Forest Resources: http://www.sfr.cas.psu.edu/Faculty/Braithwaite.htmBiology: http://www.bio.psu.edu/home/directory/homepages/vab12To apply please email electronic copies of a cover letter, a resume and the names and contacts details for two referees to v.braithwaite@psu.edu by 8th October 2008. |
If you are a student in biology, natural science or veterinary, and would like a work experience in a research group, you may be interested in joining us in northern Spain for a few weeks to help with our captive crows, in our project on social environment and cognition. |
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