ABSNet Digest, Vol 16, Issue 20
Shan Duncan
sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org
Tue Jun 24 17:13:30 EDT 2008
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Editors: * James C. Ha Internet: jcha at u.washington.edu
** Shan D. Duncan Internet: sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org
Today's Topics:
**1. Snowbird 2008 :: Abstract Submissions reopened and deadline
extended
2. ABS listserv posting - looking for a film
3. Position - Behavioral Ecology
4. professorship in Korea - still not decided - applications
welcome - no deadline set (yet)
5. Visiting Assistant Professor Positions at Franklin & Marshall
College
6. NCSE: 9th National Conference, Biodiversity in a Rapidly
Changing World
7. post-doc opportunity, Indiana University
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:56:54 -0500
From: Shan Duncan <sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org>
Subject: Snowbird 2008 :: Abstract Submissions reopened and deadline
extended
Abstract submission has been reopened and the deadline extended to
June 30 for our Annual Meeting at Snowbird Aug 16-20, 2008 ABS
conference. Abstracts may be submitted up through the end of June
(Monday night, June 30, by midnight). We have some room for additional
talks and more capacity for additional posters.
For presenters that register and submit an abstract by June 30th, we
will waive the late registration fee.. We especially wish to encourage
participation of our European colleagues attending the ISBE conference
in Cornell immediately preceding our ABS conference.
We have a line-up of outstanding special speakers:
• *** Plenary, Keynote and Fellows
Speakers: John Mitani, R. Haven Wiley, Mary
Jane West-Eberhard, Jerram Brown.
•*** Pathways to Novelty and Diversity: Causes & Consequences of
Polyphenism Symposium
Speakers: Ehab Abouheif, Alex Badyaev, Armin
Moczek, Fred Nijhout, David Pfennig, Lynn Riddiford, Beren Robinson.
***Animal Behavior & Science Writing Special Session
Speakers: Stanley Coren, John Alcock, Steve
Nowicki, Susan Milius. Ann Downer-Hazell.
Please check our meeting website:
http://www.animalbehavior.org/Snowbird08/
for more information on the:
• scientific program
• evening workshops on applied and academic careers in animal behavior
• “room-mate locator” to assist attendees that want to share a room
(with or without kitchenette).
• spectacular alpine surroundings and five-star restaurants
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Message: 2
Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 17:03:52 -0400
From: "Jean Boal" <Jean.Boal at millersville.edu>
Subject: ABS listserv posting - looking for a film
I am looking for a replacement for the following wonderful film that is
no longer available:
The Discovery of Animal Behavior
(6-part series) Part 5: Signs and Signals
BBC / WNET - 60 min
It does a nice job of explaining the work of Tinbergen, Lorenz, and von
Frisch, We have used a VHS copy in our Introductory Biology course but
the tape is disintegrating. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Jean Geary BOAL, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Biology
Millersville University
50 East Frederick Street
Millersville, PA 17551-0302
tel: 717-871-4773
fax: 717-872-3905
http://www.millersville.edu/~biology/faculty/boal.php
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Message: 3
Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:39:35 -0230
From: "Paul Winger" <Paul.Winger at mi.mun.ca>
Subject: Position - Behavioral Ecology
Dear Colleague,
The Marine Institute of Memorial University is advertising a research
position in Behavioral Ecology. The position is part of a team of
applied researchers focused on the issues of sustainability of fisheries
resources and the development of fishing gear that is highly selective
by species and size. The successful applicant will lead in the area of
animal behavior and will work closely with gear technologists and
fisheries biologists to identify problems in the industry and to develop
solutions to problems such as by-catch and selectivity, environmental
impacts of fishing, and the development of new fisheries for
under-utilized species.
For more information visit:
http://www.mun.ca/humanres/careers/competition.php?ad=MISI-08-31.externa
l
Kindly forward to the attention of any individual you think might be
interested.
Closing date is July 25th.
Best Regards,
Paul
Paul D. Winger, PhD
Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Resources
Fisheries and Marine Institute
Memorial University of Newfoundland
P.O. Box 4920, St. John's, NL, Canada, A1C 5R3
Tel: (709) 778-0430
Fax: (709) 778-0661
http://www.mi.mun.ca/csar
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Message: 4
Date: Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:10:31 -0700
From: "Piotr Jablonski" <piotrjab at neurobio.arizona.edu>
Subject: professorship in Korea - still not decided - applications
welcome - no deadline set (yet)
Dear Animal Behaviorists and others:
this is an add from Seoul National University
School of Biological Sciences
2-3 job openings in the very near future - apply ASAPc
find a copy of an add below
sincerely
Piotr Jablonski
dr Piotr Jablonski
Laboratory of Behavioral Ecology and Evolution
School of Biological Sciences, Seoul National University
Seoul 151-742, Korea, 56-1 Sillim-dong, Gwanak-gu
(Bldg. nr 502, Room nr B331)
tel: 82 2 880 8158
cell: 82 (0)10 3239 1959
Lab fax: 82-2-878-8158 (Dept:82 2 8872-1993)
student room tel: 82 2 880 8157
email (ENG or PL) to : piotrjab at neurobio.arizona.edu; piotrjab at cbe-pan.pl
email (in KR): piotrjab at snu.ac.kr
the copy of an add here:
_______________________________________________________________________
Faculty Positions Open for International Scholar
SEOUL NATIONAL UNIVERSITY,
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, KOREA
Tenure track faculty positions are open for foreign scientists in the
areas of 1) Molecular and Cellular Biology, 2) Integrative Organismic
Biology, 3) Systematics and Ecology. The opening is limited to non-
Korean scientists. The responsibilities of this position include both
research and teaching. Teaching will be conducted in English. The
applicants should have a Ph.D. degree and postdoctoral experience with
strong research backgrounds and achievements. Competitive set-up
expenses and stipends for 70% of graduate students are provided.
Also, governmental research grants are applicable for faculty
research. The school offers an excellent environment for research and
is equipped with most of high performance research facilities. The
salary starts from approximately US$70,000 and is competitive
depending on the experience. Faculty housing (2 to 4 bed rooms upon
family size) is also available. For more information, visit to http://www.useoul.edu/se_use/se_use_fa/se_use_fa.jsp
or email to Dr. Ilha Lee (ilhalee at snu.ac.kr). The application
including curriculum vitae, three references, and research plan (3-4
pages) can be submitted to Chair, Prof. Sa-Ouk Kang, by email kangsaou at snu.ac.kr
..
Position; 4 year tenure track position, after then, contract will be
renewed after evaluation
Salary; Starting from approximately 70,000,000 won (equal to $70,000)
(Standard SNU employment rules and regulations will apply)
Seed Money for Research; Approximately 150,000,000 won (equal to
$150,000)
Graduate students; Our school is proud of the best quality students
and 70% of the students will be supported by BK21 program
Application; From April 1st to Until the position filled (as of June
21st = not filled yet)
Research Facility; Our School is equipped with most of high
performance facilities including 2D-LC/MS/MS Spectrometer (W/10 nodes
Sequest cluster), in vivo Luciferase Imaging System, Multi-photon
Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope, Automated Laser Capture
Microdissection System, Microtiter Plate Luminometer, Real-Time Cell
Imaging System, Multi-imaging Analyzer, ELISA Microplate Reader, Semi-
prep LC System (Agilent 1200 Series) etc
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Message: 5
From: Dan Ardia <daniel.ardia at fandm.edu>
Date: June 18, 2008 1:59:14 PM CDT
To: absnet-post at abs.animalbehavior.org
Subject: Visiting Assistant Professor Positions at Franklin & Marshall
College
Even though the add doesn't say so explicitly, behavioral ecologists
are strongly encouraged to apply!
EVOLUTION/POPULATION BIOLOGY/ECOLOGY
The Biology Department of Franklin & Marshall College invites
applications for TWO VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR positions, beginning
January 2009. The first position is for spring semester 2009 and
academic year 2009-10; the second is for spring semester 2009 only.
Teaching responsibilities in spring semesters will include lectures
and laboratories in an evolution-centered, introductory course that
includes Mendelian genetics and ecology. The first position will also
involve teaching an upper-level lecture/laboratory course in
evolution, behavioral ecology, or population biology in Fall 2009.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. and demonstrated strength in teaching
and research. Franklin & Marshall College has a tradition of
excellence in science and student research. A new life sciences
building opened in August 2007.
Please send a letter of application, a statement that includes plans
for actively engaging undergraduates through teaching, curriculum
vitae, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts to Prof. D. Ardia,
Department of Biology, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, PA
17604-3003. Applicants should also have 3 reference letters sent
directly to Prof. Ardia. Review of applications begins August 8,
2008. Electronic submissions cannot be accepted. Telephone:
717-291-3949; Fax: 717-358-4548; e-mail: dardia at fandm.edu; website: http://www.fandm.edu/biology.xml
Franklin & Marshall College is a highly selective liberal arts college
with a demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism. Equal
Opportunity Employer
**Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail or any
other unimportant document
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Dan Ardia
Assistant Professor of Biology
Franklin & Marshall College
P.O. Box 3003
(for couriers: 415 Harrisburg Ave.)
Lancaster, PA 17604
1-717-291-3949
Fax 1-717-358-4548
daniel.ardia at fandm.edu
http://edisk.fandm.edu/daniel.ardia/index.html
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Message: 6
From: cbrunette at ncseonline.org
Date: June 11, 2008 11:21:50 AM CDT
To: absnet at abs.animalbehavior.org
Subject: NCSE: 9th National Conference, Biodiversity in a Rapidly
Changing World
Reply-To: cbrunette at ncseonline.org
SAVE THE DATE!
Announcing NCSE’s Biodiversity in a Rapidly Changing World
Conference: Join NCSE in Developing a 21st Century Biodiversity
Strategy, December 8-10, 2008.
The National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) is pleased
to request your participation at the 9th National Conference for
Science, Policy and the Environment: Biodiversity in a Rapidly
Changing World to be held December 8-10, 2008 at the Ronald Reagan
Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC. http://ncseonline.org/conference/biodiversity/
Please plan to join NCSE in a large interactive conference to develop
and advance science-based solutions to address the challenge the
changing world poses to biodiversity (and to humanity). The
conference combines world-class speakers and discussions with
interactive facilitated breakout sessions to develop recommendations
for conserving and using biodiversity sustainably, symposia to explore
topics in detail, skill-building workshops, posters, a showcase of
biodiversity partners, and opportunities to network with colleagues
new and old.
Held during the transition period to a new Administration and Congress
(therefore a month earlier than usual NCSE conferences), the
conference offers an opportunity for scientists and decisionmakers
from diverse fields and occupations, agencies and organizations, to
develop strategies to: put biodiversity high on the policy agenda of
the US and the world, and to consider approaches to conserving
biodiversity in a world of rapid global climate disruption, land
conversion, ocean disturbance, population growth, economic change,
globalization and other forces.
There are many ways for you to become involved:
 Session Organizer- Workshops, Breakout Sessions, Symposia
 Poster Presentation
 Collaborating Organization
 Conference Sponsor
Session Organizers: We invite proposals to organize interactive
breakout sessions to develop recommendations, topical symposia, and
skill-building workshops. These sessions provide opportunities for
individuals, institutions, and organizations to contribute ideas and
innovations, visionary concepts, successful models, and pragmatic
recommendations for a new conservation strategy.
Opportunities include:
Breakout Sessions (up to 3.5 hours) to get feedback on ideas and
develop recommendations for turning science into action, fitting into
three categories:
• Developing the New Biodiversity Science Agenda
• Moving From Science to Action
• Expanding Understanding: Information, Education, and Communication
The interactive breakout sessions will be held during the afternoon of
December 8, 2008. NCSE breakouts are moderated discussions with the
goal of developing a set of recommendations to advance science-based
decisionmaking and action on the topic of the session. Session
organizers are responsible for recruiting two or three lead
discussants to begin the discussion, and to facilitate the discussion
so that all participants can be actively engaged in the generation of
recommendations. A list of sample topics is available online.
Symposia (2 hours) to discuss critical cross-cutting topics with key
experts.
The concurrent symposia will be held on the morning of December 9,
2008. A moderated panel discussion of a diverse group of experts
provides insightful perspectives on the topic and is then followed by
a question and answer period. For example, there will be a symposium
presenting the findings and lessons learned from NCSE’s National
Commission on Science for Sustainable Forestry.
Skill-building Workshops (up to 2.5 hours) to provide training and
guidance in implementing strategies for promoting biodiversity
conservation and awareness (such as how to measure ecosystem services).
These workshops will be held on the morning of December 10, 2008 at
various locations in DC (not at the Reagan Building) and the format is
left largely up to the institution facilitating the session.
The purpose of these workshops is to improve the skills of the
participants (an example of an excellent proposal for a workshop from
the January 2008 NCSE conference is available online). We encourage
organizations in or near downtown DC and with available space to host
or collaborate with outside organizations to host these workshops.
Workshop proposals should include a DC-based partner organization that
can host the workshop.
All abstracts should be 1000 words or fewer and should describe the
session’s content and goals. In addition, include in your proposal
the name, affiliation, and address of the session chairs, and a
tentative roster of lead discussants or symposium speakers. Please
download and fill out the proposal form and return to Nicole Buell via
email at nbuell at ncseonline.org or fax at 202.628.4311. The proposal
deadline is Monday, June 16.
Poster Session: NCSE is currently accepting abstracts for scientific
poster presentations of innovative research, education, information,
communication, and implementation. Abstracts can be submitted
online. The deadline for poster abstracts is Monday, September 16.
Collaborating Organization: NCSE is looking for organizations to be
collaborators to join us in orchestrating a large, interactive,
solutions-oriented forum of ideas. Collaborators are requested to
participate in the program or help to publicize the conference. Please
help us spread the word however you can contribute- by sending our
conference emails to your membership, adding our conference to your
calendar of events, participating in the conference program, allowing
us to advertise in your publication and so forth. Your
organization’s help will be greatly appreciated and your efforts will
be rewarded with the opportunity to provide input on the conference
program and help us raise awareness to the biodiversity issue.
Collaborating organizations will be recognized as such on the
conference website and in conference materials. Please download and
fill out the collaborators form and return to Nicole Buell via email
at nbuell at ncseonline.org or fax at 202.628.4311.
Conference Sponsorship – Show your commitment to addressing the
biodiversity challenge by sponsoring the Biodiversity in a Rapidly
Changing World conference. Conference sponsors, depending upon the
level of contribution will receive complimentary admissions, exhibit
space in the Showcase of Biodiversity Partners Exhibition and
recognition in the conference print and marketing materials as well as
the published report. Please contact Shelley Kossak, Director of
Development and University Relations for more information (shelley at ncseonline.org
).
Please note: NCSE is unable to provide waiver of registration fees,
travel, or lodging for session organizers or presenters.
More information on the conference can be found online at http://ncseonline.org/conference/biodiversity/
or contact Nicole Buell via email at nbuell at ncseonline.org Please
note that registration for the conference will open in late summer.
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Message: 7
From: Ellen Ketterson <ketterso at indiana.edu>
Date: June 20, 2008 8:13:36 AM CDT
To: absnet-post at abs.animalbehavior.org
Subject: post-doc opportunity, Indiana University
Indiana University invites applications for a post-doctoral
traineeship to be supported by NIH-CHHD via an NIH T32 training grant
entitled, 'Common Themes in Reproductive Diversity.' We offer broadly
integrative training in the areas of sexual reproduction and
development with a focus on the behavior of animals including humans.
Research conducted by participants addresses key questions in the
development and expression of sex differences, as well as maternal and
paternal effects on morphological, sexual, and social development.
Indiana University's excellent support for research and its globally
recognized strengths in animal behavior, endocrinology, human sexual
health, and evolution of development ensure high quality training.
Traineeships include a competitive salary based on current NIH pay
scale commensurate with experience and funds to support research and
travel. The successful applicant will help foster collaborations among
faculty and serve as a professional model for pre-doctoral trainees. A
Ph.D. in biology, psychology, neuroscience, chemistry, gender studies
or a related field is required. Candidates are invited to make
initial contacts with training faculty. To apply, please visit the
following website to find instructions and forms to download: http://www.indiana.edu/~reprodiv/apply/
Please e-mail your completed application to Linda Summers at lisummer at indiana.edu
or (less desired) mail it to 402 N. Park Street, Bloomington, IN
47405. The email subject line should read: CTRD Postdoc-Ketterson.
For full consideration, applications should arrive by 1 September
2008, although later applications will be considered. The search will
continue until the position is filled. Please note that the
traineeship must begin on or before April 2009. Minority applicants
are especially encouraged to apply. Trainees must be citizens, non-
citizen nationals, or permanent residents of the US. Indiana
University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Ellen Ketterson
ketterso at indiana.edu
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Contact Addresses:
James Ha
Department of Psychology and National Primate Research Center
University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195
Shan D. Duncan
Animal Behavior Society Central Office at Indiana University
2611 East 10th Street #170, Bloomington, IN 47405
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