ABSNet, Vol 16, Issue 27
Shan Duncan
sdduncan at abs.animalbehavior.org
Tue Oct 21 12:36:48 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: Ecology, New Mexico State U
2. Request: animal photos for new book
3. Faculty position: Sensory Biology
4. Announcing a new on-line journal: Zoonova
5. PhD Opportunity - (CISAB) (Sydney, Australia)
6. Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Evolutionary Biology
7. Job Ad - FIELD ASSISTANT - Needed for long-term Florida Scrub-Jay
research project
8. Job opportunity at UMichigan: tenure-track position in evolution/
evolutionary ecology
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Message: 1
From: Timothy F. Wright
Subject: Job: Ecology, NewMexicoStateU
Assistant Professor-Ecology-New Mexico State University
The Department of Biology at New Mexico State University invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Ecology
requisition #2008011802. We seek an individual committed to
undergraduate and graduate education with an outstanding record of
research achievement to develop an extramurally funded research
program. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in biology or a
related field. Post-doctoral experience is preferred.
The Department of Biology serves undergraduate majors in Biology,
Microbiology and Conservation Ecology, and M.S. and Ph.D. graduate
students. We maintain active and diverse research, teaching and
outreach programs with strong HHMI, NIH, and NSF support. Research
is also supported by natural history museums and affiliations with
the Jornada Basin LTER program and the Institute for Applied
Biosciences.
Please visit our website at
http://biology-web.nmsu.edu/
Application materials consisting of a signed letter of application,
current curriculum vitae, statements of
teaching philosophy and research plans, and contact information for
at least three references, should be sent to: Ecology Search, PO
Box 30001, MSC 3AF, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
88003, or as a single PDF file (include last name in file name) by
e-mail to ecosearch at nmsu.edu. Application review will begin 15
November 2008 and continue until position is filled. NMSU IS AN
EEO/AA EMPLOYER. Offer of employment is contingent upon availability
of funding, upon verification of eligibility for employment in the
United States, and upon completion of applicable background review.
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Assistant Professor
Department of Biology MSC 3AF
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Phone: 575-646-1136
Office: 375 Foster Hall
Behavior lab: 301 Foster Hall, 575-646-4863
Genetics lab: 455 Foster Hall, 575-646-4791
http://biology-web.nmsu.edu/twright
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Message: 2
From: BERNSTEIN, PENNY
...
From: Jonathan Balcombe <jbalcombe at pcrm.org<mailto:jbalcombe at pcrm.org>>
Hi. I am writing a pictorial book to be published around late 2009 by
the University of California Press. This volume will feature high-
quality photo images of animals in pleasurable contexts: Play, Food,
Touch, Sex, Love, Comfort, Companionship, Euphoria, etc. The book will
be a celebration of the rich experience of animals (both wild and
domesticated). And following on the message of my book Pleasurable
Kingdom, readers will see that their lives, like ours, are worth living.
I am especially interested in images of non-charismatic
megavertabrates like cuttlefish, snakes and other reptiles, fishes,
frogs.
If you have or plan to take any animal photos that you think might be
suitable for this project, please contact me, Jonathan Balcombe.
Publisher: University of California Press
Print run: 5,000
Minimum image size: 300dpi for 10x10"
Book size: 10x10 inches (image size will vary)
Distribution: international
Portfolio submission: 1 Feb 2009
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Dr. Penny L. Bernstein
Assoc. Prof. Biological Sciences
Kent State University Stark Campus
6000 Frank Avenue
N. Canton, OH 44720
330-244-3438
Interested in animal behavior?
Join the Animal Behavior Society <http://www.animalbehavior.org/>
Interested in human-animal interaction?
Join ISAZ <http://www.isaz.net/>
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Message: 3
From: Tamra Mendelson <tamram at umbc.edu>
Subject: Faculty position: Sensory Biology
Faculty Position in Sensory Biology
The Department of Biological Sciences at UMBC invites applications
for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Sensory Biology,
to complement existing departmental strengths in visual and chemical
senses, and to interact with faculty in the department whose
interests range from genomics and molecular genetics to ecology,
evolution, and behavior. The successful applicant is expected to
establish a vigorous, externally funded research program, supervise
doctoral-level graduate students, and teach at the undergraduate and
graduate levels.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of
current research and future plans, and a statement of teaching
interests and philosophy in PDF format to biosearch at umbc.edu . At
least three letters of reference should also be sent, preferably in
PDF format, to biosearch at umbc.edu . For full consideration,
applications should be submitted by December 1, 2008.
UMBC is a medium-sized research university in the Baltimore-
Washington D.C. area, combining excellence in research with
outstanding educational programs. UMBC is a recognized national
leader in mentoring a diverse population of students to high
achievement in academics and research. For information about the
Department of Biological Sciences and its graduate programs, visit
http://www.umbc.edu/biosci/.
The University of Maryland Baltimore County is an Affirmative Action/
Equal Opportunity Employer. UMBC values gender, ethnic, and racial
diversity; women, members of ethnic minority groups, and individuals
with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UMBC is the
recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to
increase the participation of women in academic careers.
______________________
Contact:
Tamra Mendelson
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
tamram at umbc.edu
410-455-2267
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Message: 4
From: "Pollak, Edward" <EPollak at wcupa.edu>
Subject: Announcing a new on-line journal: Zoonova
Announcing a new on-line journal:
Zoonova. Occasional papers in Zoology. Peer reviewed papers on
zoological topics including Behaviour - Conservation - Ecology -
Morphology - Taxonomy - Zoogeography.
Published online at http://zoonova.afriherp.org <http://zoonova.afriherp.org/
> by Afriherp Communications, Greenford, United Kingdom [Print
version also available to purchase - Contact: orders (at) www.afriherp.org
<http://www.afriherp.org/> ]
Author instructions at http://zoonova.afriherp.org/Author
%20Instrs.html <http://zoonova.afriherp.org/Author%20Instrs.html>
Edward I. Pollak, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
http://home.comcast.net/~epollak <http://home.comcast.net/~epollak>
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Husband, father, grandfather, biopsychologist, bluegrass fiddler and
herpetoculturist...... in approximate order of importance.
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Message: 5
From: Phil Taylor <phil at galliform.bhs.mq.edu.au>
Subject: PhD Opportunity - (CISAB) (Sydney, Australia)
PhD opportunity in post-copulatory sexual selection
Expressions of interest are invited for a PhD opportunity to study
post-copulatory sexual selection in the Behavioural Biology Research
Group (BBRG) at Macquarie University's Centre for the Integrative
Study of Animal Behaviour (CISAB) (Sydney, Australia). The project
would be supervised by Dr Phil Taylor and is open to Australian and
overseas students.
The overall theme of the project is to explore factors influencing
mating and reproductive decisions of female Queensland fruit flies
(Bactrocera tryoni; Tephritidae) (Q-flies), and the consequences of
such decisions for both males and females. Within this overall theme,
there is ample scope to tailor this project toward specific research
interests of the student. For example, microsatellite DNA might be
used to assess multiple paternity in wild or lab populations, and to
identify male traits associated with paternity advantages. Spatial
separation of each male's sperm in the female storage organs and
differential usage of ejaculates from different males might also be
investigated. Strategic variation in sperm storage by females or
ejaculate size of males might also be considered. These are just
examples of the type of question that might be addressed in this
system. We have been working on Q-fly mating and reproduction for
several years now (see publications on the BBRG website) and have
already resolved most of the basic and technical issues. This
previous work provides an excellent platform for a motivated and
imaginative student. Ample facilities and resources are available to
support a wide diversity of projects.
Depending on the preferred project direction, experience in the
following areas would be valuable: Behavioural Ecology, Entomology
Ecology, Animal Behaviour, Molecular Genetics, Quantitative Genetics,
Histology or Physiology. Demonstrated experience in the conduct of
laboratory or field experiments, a working understanding of
hypothesis testing and statistics, and evidence of research
capability through publications or presentations at scientific
meetings, would be an advantage.
A Macquarie University MQRES scholarship is available for students of
any nationality with a record of high academic / research
performance. These scholarships include a stipend (currently
AU$20,007 p.a. tax exempt) for 3.5 years, as well as allowances for
relocation and thesis costs, and for international students would
also cover international tuition fees and overseas health cover.
Australian PhDs do not include coursework, and 3.5 years is ample
tenure within which to complete a PhD project. Students on
scholarships are not obliged to contribute to teaching, but may do so
to supplement their income if desired. An additional AU$6,000 p.a.
is provided toward direct research expenses, and several generous
internal schemes are available to fund travel to visit overseas
laboratories, for field work, and to attend conferences.
For further information about this project and scholarships, and as
an expression of interest, please contact Dr Phil Taylor
(phil at galliform.bhs.mq.edu.au) before 14 November 2008. In your
email, please include electronic copies of your CV, as well as
undergraduate and postgraduate academic transcripts (including
grades).
Additional Contact Details:
Tel: +61(0)2 9850 9463
Fax: +61(0)2 9850 9231
BBRG: http://galliform.bhs.mq.edu.au/~phil/
CISAB: http://galliform.bhs.mq.edu.au/~cisab/
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Message: 6
From: Molly Morris
Date: October 13, 2008 11:27:10 AM CDT
Evolutionary Biologist
The Department of Biological Sciences, Ohio University in Athens
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in
Evolutionary Biology. We seek to hire a candidate whose research
interests complement the current strengths within the department and
who would contribute to the climate of diversity in the College.
Applications will be accepted from candidates working with animal
systems, across the entire range of this discipline. The department
particularly encourages applications from individuals working in the
areas of phylogenetics, comparative biology and/or animal behavior. A
Ph.D. is required in a related area and postdoctoral experience is
preferred.
Applicants should submit their CV, statements of research interest
and teaching philosophy, and up to 5 reprints/preprints to
http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54986 .
They should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent
to Evolution Search, Department of Biological Sciences, Ohio
University, Athens OH 45701.
Review of applications will begin December 1st, 2008 and continue
until the position is filled.
Ohio University is a Research-Extensive institution, enrolling
19,500 students on the Athens campus, and is home to the Ohio Center
for
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (www.ocees.ohio.edu), an
interdisciplinary group of faculty from departments across the
University. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to
apply.
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Message: 7
From: Stephan J Schoech
Subject: Job Ad - FIELD ASSISTANT - Needed for long-term Florida Scrub-
Jay research project
FIELD ASSISTANT - Needed for long-term Florida Scrub-Jay research
project with Dr. Steve Schoech's Lab at the University of Memphis.
Study involves investigation of interactions between developmental
conditions and adult behavior as well as demographic research in this
free-living species. Research will be conducted at Archbold Biological
Station near Lake Placid, Florida. Successful applicant(s) will have
an interest in animal behavior, physiology, and/or ecology and will
have completed, or will be close to completing, a Bachelor's degree in
a related field. The successful applicant will have full color vision
and be physically capable of working long hours in adverse conditions,
including extreme heat and sun exposure, loose sand, and dense woody
vegetation. Assistant will be allowed the opportunity to pursue an
individual research project provided it does not deviate too far from
the main research program. Nest searching experience and/or experience
with birds is desirable but not required. Preference will be given to
applicants who show an interest in advanced studies in biology, such
as graduate school. The position will run from early February to late
May with exact start and end dates relatively flexible. Position(s)
and compensation dependent upon availability of funding, which will be
determined in December. The application should include a cover letter,
curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) references.
Send all inquiries and applications to TRAVIS E. WILCOXEN, twilcoxn at memphis.edu
<mailto:twilcoxn at memphis.edu>, or via mail TRAVIS E. WILCOXEN,
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS, LIFE SCIENCE BUILDING, 3774 WALKER AVE.,
MEMPHIS, TN 38152 by NOVEMBER 22, 2008.
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Stephan J. Schoech, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biology
University of Memphis
Office: Life Sciences Room 335
3774 Walker Avenue
Memphis, TN 38152-3560
E-mail: sschoech at memphis.edu<mailto:sschoech at memphis.edu>
Department of Biology WebPage: http://biology.memphis.edu
Personal WebPage: http://umpeople.memphis.edu/sschoech
Mechanisms, Evolution, and Behavior Group<https://umdrive.memphis.edu/dfreemn1/www/index.MEB?uniq=-vma6z6
>
Telephone: 901.678.2327 (office)
901.678.2661 (lab)
Facsimile: 901.678.4457
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Message: 8
From: Tibbetts, Elizabeth
Subject: Job opportunity at UMichigan: tenure-track position in
evolution/evolutionary ecology
Evolutionary Biology or Evolutionary Ecology
Assistant Professor
University of Michigan
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 at 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.
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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
402 N. Park St, Bloomington, IN 47405
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