ABSNet, Vol 16, Issue 25
Shan Duncan
sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org
Fri Sep 26 12:36:53 EDT 2008
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Editor: Shan D. Duncan Internet: sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org
Editorial Support: * James C. Ha Internet: jcha at u.washington.edu
Today's Topics:
1. Job Announcement - Lab of Ornithology
2. One Postdoctoral Position for citizens of specific countries
3. Graduate course coordinator, Organization for Tropical Studies
(OTS)
4. Mitchell et al/Human associative learning: BBS Call for
Commentators
5. Job: Research Assistant/Technician at Penn State
6. European Human Behaviour and Evolution Association Conference
6-8 April 2009
7. tenure-track neurophysiologist position
8. Change in Editorship for ABSNet after 20 years
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Message: 1
From: Sue Taggart <set2 at cornell.edu>
Subject: Job Announcement - Lab of Ornithology
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Job Announcement: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca, New York
Macaulay Library Director Position: Jack Bradbury will be retiring in
July
2009 as Director of Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
A search is now underway to fill this position which provides an endowed
professorship in both the Lab of Ornithology and the campus Department
of
Neurobiology and Behavior. For further details on the position and
directions for applications, see http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs
(Posting
#08226) or contact Dr. Irby Lovette (email: ijl2 at cornell.edu).
Sue Taggart
Administrative/Human Resources Assistant
Lab of Ornithology
159 Sapsucker Woods Road/Room 283A/Ithaca NY 14850
TEL: 607-254-2470 FAX: 607-254-6211
Our mission: to interpret and conserve the earth's biological diversity
through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds.
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Message: 2
From: "CBE Piotr Jablonski" <piotrjab at cbe-pan.pl>
Subject: One Postdoctoral Position for citizens of specific countries
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POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS INTEGRATIVE ANIMAL BEHAVIOR AND EVOLUTION
in SOUTH KOREA for citizens of: Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Poland,
Sudan, Thailand, Vietnam, Tunisia, Uzbekistan, Malaysia, Mongolia,
Romania.
We are seeking individuals with PhD, under 40 years old, citizens of
one of the 12 eligible countries, who would like to spent 12 months
(minimum 6 months) in South Korea on a postdoctoral position with an
approximate salary of 1700 USD per month, medical coverage and air
travel paid by KOSEF (Korean Science and Engineering Foundation) once
accepted. We are interested to sponsor applications in order host at
our Laboratory of Behavioral Ecology and Evolution (Seoul National
University, Seoul, Korea) a postdoctoral fellow who have sufficient
experience for conducting one of the projects listed below (we are
eligible to accept only one candidate funded from KOSEF):
* Simulation modeling of evolutionary dynamics of predator and prey
sensory and behavioral adaptations in a system of multiple predators
and initially single prey, later expanded to multiple prey. The aim is
to recreate a situation that leads to evolutionary stability of "flush-
pursue foraging" observed in some species of birds across tropical and
subtropical habitats around the world. One of specific aims is to
construct a model, based on a published neural network model, of
orthopteran escape circuitry (LGMD/DCMD), and use it for simulation of
the effect of predators on evolution of sensory and threshold
properties of this network, and the effect of the threshold properties
on evolution of predator strategies.
* Neuroethology of arthropod's visually triggered escape responses
to approaching predators. The fellow will work on questions that
follow from our previous research (effect of sensitivity in insect
neural circuits and evolution of flush-pursue foraging in birds).
Preferentially, a person would have some experience in neurobiology
including extracellular recordings because the plan is to record from
nerve chord in insects (grasshoppers, flies) in response to a variety
of visual stimuli.
* Relationship between maternal effects and brood composition in
birds. We are interested in adaptive features of maternal effects in
relation to brood size and brood sex ratio in birds. A person who has
experience with obtaining and analyzing immunological and
physiological data of the eggs/or nestlings (preferably in Corvidae)
is especially welcomed.
* Caching, social interactions and cognition in birds with a focus
on Corvidae. The fellow will investigate cognitive ecology of
Corvidae, both (or either) in the field and (or) in the captivity. The
questions that can be pursued include: producers-scroungers in kin
versus non-kin dyads (in aviary birds or in natural flocks); food
profitability estimating by wild birds; etc.
If you are already in the research area that somehow touches on the
above issues, then we may consider another project after communicating
with you and discussing your propositions of research.
In addition to conditions specified by KOSEF (see their website) the
fellow is expected to:
- harmoniously collaborate with, or advise, a graduate student who may
be assigned to each project.
- write and submit papers (both experimental and review papers) in
collaboration with people involved.
Deadline for applications at our administrative office of the Seoul
National University is 2008.oct.14(tu) at 18:00. We need to obtain the
following from possible candidates about 2 weeks before that day
(hence around October 1st, 2008). Please send us files as attachements
ASAP, followed by traditional mailing of paper copies to our
Laboratory address (see below)
1- your initial statement of research plan (possibly to be modified in
details in collaboration with us)
2- the completed form downloaded from KOSEF website (listed below)
3- medical record in English
Based on these documents (basically nr 1 and 2, nr 3 is required by
KOSEF) we will choose among candidates, and we will prepare further
documentation for final application. A fellowship must begin between
January 1 ~ April 30, 2009.)
More information on eligibility and application procedures can be
found at:
http://www.kosef.re.kr/eboard/notice/board_view.php?part=&code=n_001&GotoPage=1&no=68&rid=68&sname=&sval=&catid=
Our address:
Piotr Jablonski and Sang-im Lee
piotrjab at cbe-pan.pl & sang_im at hotmail.com
Laboratory of Behavioral Ecology and Evolution
School of Biological Sciences, Seoul National University
Seoul 151-742, 56-1 Sillim-dong, Gwanak-gu,
South Korea
[Bldg. nr 502, Room nr B331]
tel: 82 2 880 8158; fax: 82-2-878-8158
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Message: 3
From: Deinert <deinert at ots.ac.cr>
Subject: Graduate course coordinator, Organization for Tropical
Studies (OTS)
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Graduate Course Coordinator, Tropical Biology: An Ecological Approach
Organization for Tropical Studies
The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) seeks a course
coordinator for the upcoming English language graduate course
"Tropical Ecology: an Ecological Approach". This course will be
offered in Costa Rica from 7 June to 29 July, 2009 and another
edition will be offered from 20 January to 16 March, 2010. OTS will
consider applications from individuals interested in teaching only
the 2009 course, as well as from individuals interested in committing
to both the 2009 and 2010 courses.
Qualifications:
* Ph.D. in biology, ecology, conservation biology or a related
field.
* Professional experience in teaching field biology and
supervising graduate field research.
* Previous experience with OTS field courses, preferably this
course.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable.
Because of the nature of the position, OTS is searching for a PhD
level person with prior OTS course experience, especially with this
specific course. We welcome applications from former students,
former resource people, and past coordinators, co-coordinators or
TAs. OTS delegates who would be interested in leading the course are
also welcome to apply.
Coordinator responsibilities are not limited to during-course
activities but also include pre- and post-course responsibilities
such as selecting students, inviting resource people, designing the
academic content of the course, and post-course wrap-up.
Applications will be reviewed beginning September 20, 2008 on a
rolling basis until the position is filled.
To apply: send your CV with cover letter detailing your prior
experience with OTS and other field based courses, graduate level
teaching experience, teaching philosophy and research interests, as
well as a list of references to the Graduate Program Coordinator,
Organization for Tropical Studies, Apartado 676-2050, San Pedro, San
Jose, Costa Rica. Applications may also be sent electronically to
blewis @ ots.ac.cr.
OTS is an equal opportunity employer.
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Message: 4
Subject: Mitchell et al/Human associative learning: BBS Call for
Commentators
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From: Behavioral & Brain Sciences <calls at bbsonline.org>
Subject: Mitchell et al/Human associative learning: BBS Call for
Commentators
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TITLE: The propositional nature of human associative learning
AUTHORS: Chris J. Mitchell, Jan De Houwer, and Peter F. Lovibond
ABSTRACT: The past 50 years have seen an accumulation of evidence
suggesting that associative
learning depends on high-level cognitive processes that give rise to
propositional knowledge.
Yet many learning theorists maintain a belief in a learning mechanism
in which links between
mental representations are formed automatically. We characterize and
highlight the
differences between the propositional and link approaches, and review
the relevant empirical
evidence. We conclude that learning is the consequence of
propositional reasoning processes
that cooperate with the unconscious processes involved in memory
retrieval and perception. We
argue that this new conceptual framework allows many of the important
recent advances in
associative learning research to be retained, but recast in a model
that provides a firmer
foundation for both immediate application and future research.
KEYWORDS: Conditioning, associative link, association, human
associative learning,
dual-system, awareness, automatic, propositional, controlled
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Message: 5
Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:29:27 -0400
From: "Gabrielle Archard" <gaa11 at psu.edu>
Subject: Job: Research Assistant/Technician at Penn State
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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.htm
Biology: <http://www.bio.psu.edu/home/directory/homepages/vab12>
To apply please
email electronic copies of a cover letter, a resume and the names and
contacts
details for two referees to <mailto:vab12 at psu.edu> by 8th October 2008.
Gabrielle Archard
406 Forest Resources Building
Wildlife and Fisheries Science
School of Forest Resources
Pennsylvania State University
State College PA 16802
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Message: 6
Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:58:09 +0100
From: "Luke Rendell" <ler4 at st-andrews.ac.uk>
Subject: European Human Behaviour and Evolution Association Conference
6-8 April 2009
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Please could you post this conference announcement to the list:
The fourth EHBE meeting, and first of the newly formed European Human
Behaviour and Evolution Association, will be held at the University
of St Andrews from Monday 6th to Wednesday 8th April 2009. The
conference will bring together researchers across multiple
disciplines who are studying human behaviour from an evolutionary
perspective.
EHBEA aims to provide a genuinely interdisciplinary European research
forum representing the main branches of human behavioural ecology,
evolutionary psychology, cultural evolution and related
subdisciplines. The conference doubles as a flagship meeting for
CULTAPTATION, an EU-funded interdisciplinary project investigating
dynamics and adaptation in human cumulative culture. At this meeting
a prize will be awarded to the winner of the Social Learning
Strategies Tournament
Plenary Speakers:
Monique Borgerhoff Mulder (UC Davis)
Rob Boyd (UCLA)
Val Curtis (LSTHM)
Marcus Feldman (Stanford)
Joan Silk (UCLA)
Further Information:
http://biology.st-andrews.ac.uk/ehbe2009
EHBEA Steering Committee:
Kevin Laland (St Andrews), Rebecca Sear (LSE),
Tom Dickins (UEL), David Lawson (UCL)
The conference is organised by Kevin Laland, Gillian Brown, Luke
Rendell and Lewis Dean
--
Dr. Luke Rendell
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Tel: (44)(0)1334 463499
E-mail: ler4 at st-andrews.ac.uk
WWW: http://bio.st-andrews.ac.uk/staff/ler4.htm
School of Biology, University of St. Andrews
Bute Medical Building,
Queen's Terrace
St. Andrews, Fife
KY16 9TS
U.K.
Social Learning Strategies Tournament - 10,000 Euro prize:
http://www.intercult.su.se/cultaptation/tournament.php
The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland :
No SC013532
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Message: 7
Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:33:33 -0400
From: "Hughes, Melissa" <HughesM at cofc.edu>
Subject: tenure-track neurophysiologist position
To: <absnet-post at abs.animalbehavior.org>
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The following is a new, tenure-track line; please feel free to contact
Melissa Hughes (hughesm at cofc.edu) if you have any questions.
Neurophysiologist:
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR. The Department of Biology, College of
Charleston, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the
Assistant Professor level to begin August, 2009. This position will
enhance our Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program (http://www.cofc.edu/neuroscience
), which also includes faculty from the Departments of Psychology and
Physics. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the biological sciences
or a closely related field, a strong commitment to teaching, and an
active research program in neurophysiology with the potential for
undergraduate involvement. Teaching assignments will include lecture
and laboratory courses in the Neuroscience Program. Faculty will be
also expected to develop an upper division course in the candidate’s
area of specialization that complements the current neuroscience
curriculum. The College of Charleston is a public liberal arts and
sciences institution of 12,000 students. The College’s primary goals
are excellence in teaching and research. Information about the Biology
Department is available at http://www.cofc.edu/biology. Applicants
should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research
interests, copies of relevant publications, and three letters of
reference by October 15, 2008 to: Chair, Neurophysiologist Search
Committee, Department of Biology, College of Charleston, Charleston SC
29424; or, electronically, to Melissa Hughes, Search Committee Chair,
at hughesm at cofc.edu. The College of Charleston is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications
from women and minorities.
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Message: 8
From: James Ha
To all-
I started ABSNet in 1988 as a way to draw together the interests of
animal behaviorists in a new electronic medium called the Internet
(well, at that time, it might still have been BITnet!). ABSNet was
supported by my academic institution's servers (thanks to Colorado
State University and the University of Washington) and was published
only "in association with" ABS until 1996, when Shan Duncan and ABS
agreed to take over the distribution side of the newsletter, while I
retained editorial duties. Shan and I have generated roughly 50 issues
a year since then. While the association with ABS is still loose (you
do not need to be a member of ABS to join ABSNet), the newseletter
seems to have become an important part of our field. I am delighted!
After 20 years, I have decided to step down from this task and to pass
along the entire editorial duties to Shan Duncan, a worthy successor.
I have agreed to act as Editor Emeritus of my creation in the event of
sticky questions (which come up once in a while) but otherwise, day to
day issues of editorial content will now be Shan's responsibility, as
have been the circulation issues since 1996.
Thanks to all of the ABSNet contributors over the years: you are, of
course, what made, and will continue to make, this thing work...
Cheers,
Jim Ha
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Contact Addresses:
Shan D. Duncan
Animal Behavior Society Central Office at Indiana University
402 N. Park St, Bloomington, IN 47405
James Ha
Department of Psychology and National Primate Research Center
University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195
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