Greetings from the Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research!
April 15, 2008

MPC WEB LINK AT : http://www.mpcer.nau.edu/weekly_update

NAU, SPRING, 2008 CLIMATE MITIGATION CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS
The Spring, 2008 interdisciplinary Climate Mitigation class has been working on several options for Northern Arizona University to reduce the greenhouse gas carbon "footprint" on campus. The class is designed to help NAU meet the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, which President Haeger signed last year. By signing on, President Haeger joined a small group of college and university presidents leading the way by committing to reducing their own institutions’ greenhouse gas emissions. Come hear this year's student recommendations.
Please join us: Wednesday, April 30th , 1:45 - 2:45 , DuBois Conference Center , Southwest Room . Please forward this along to others who may be interested. Thanks very much.
Sally Evans, C.R.A. , Operations and Contract Manager , Northern Arizona University

TOPICS AT A GLANCE: Merriam-Powell Seminar – cancelled this week -- Biology Seminar Graduate Thesis -- Forestry Seminar -- GRAIL Seminars -- Flagstaff Earth Sciences Seminar Series -- SEEDS Meeting -- Biology Department Student Awards Ceremony, April 16.
CENS EMPLOYMENT, Scholarhip & Internship Info
2008 Hart Prairie Preserve Naturalist Training for Sunday Nature Walk Guides
Volunteer Field Work Assistant, Grand Canyon NP
EMA Friends - Raft the San Juan River!
Field Assistant Volunteer, CA
Seven Wetland Stewards Win 2008 National Wetlands Awards
Journal "GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society"
Call For Papers – 2008 Western Field Ornithologists Conference
Interdisciplinary Climate Research Symposium
Ecology Program Contacts requested by ESA
Student Ecofilms Awards deadline extended to May 15

JOBS -- JOBS -- JOBS
Field Research Assistant needed - northern Colorado
Botanists/Ecologists, CA Native Plant Society
Xerces Society Pollinator Outreach Coordinator, OR
Avian Point Count Position, UT
Vegetation/Soils Monitoring, NPS, NAU
Field assistants needed for Baker cypress research project
Specialist in the Department of Ocean Sciences, UC, Santa Cruz
Field Technician at Jornada Experimental Range, NM
Field technician positions, Yellowstone NP
Technicians needed, S. Texas
Field Technicians, CO
Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) – Native Plants/vegetation, Grand Canyon NP
Conservation and Land Management Fellows Program, Western US
Wildlife Seasonal Crew Lead -Needed ASAP, CA
Scientific Aide to assist with Rare Plant and General Vegetation Surveys, CA

BIOLOGY SEMINAR
Thursday April 17th at 3:45pm in the Wettaw Building Auditorium, Dr. Richard Titus from the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology will present “Novel approaches for controlling arthropod-borne diseases.”

PRIYANKA’S THESIS
“The Effects of an Acute vs. a Repeated Stressor on Corticosterone and Steroidogenic Factor-1 Levels in the Bullfrog Rana catesbeiana “ Wednesday April 16th at 11am in Biology room 238. Hope to see you there! Priyanka

FORESTRY SEMINAR – APRIL 16
Please come listen to Andy Royle, Research Statistician with USGS next Wednesday. His work is at the forefront of advances in modeling species abundance. He'll be talking about using counts of animals to better estimate abundance in a spatial context. “Hierarchical Models for Inference about Abundance from Occupancy Data “
For more info on Andy: http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/staff/profiles/documents/royle.htm
As always, the talk will start at 4pm in room 17 of the Southwest Forest Science Complex. Pre-seminar refreshments are provided starting at 3:30 in front of the conference room. J. Andy Royle, USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center

GRAIL SEMINARS
Hosted by the NAU Chapter of the American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing and the Geospatial Research and Information Lab (GRAIL)
Wednesday April 16th at 12:30PM. Use of Remote Sensing to Detect, Map, and Monitor Landscape Vulnerability to Wind Erosion”. Pat Chavez, Department of Geography, Northern Arizona University. In the Applied Research and Development Building, Room 226 (GRAIL Training Room).
Friday April 18th at 12:30PM. Remotely Sensed Vegetation Dynamics along Mountain Gradients: Characterization of Sky Islands and their Responses to Disturbance. Jennifer Davison, Arizona Remote Sensing Center, University of Arizona. In the Applied Research and Development Building, Room 226 (GRAIL Training Room).

FLAGSTAFF EARTH SCIENCES SEMINAR SERIES
co-sponsored by Arizona Water Institute -- Wednesday, April 16, 11:30
NAU - Geology Bldg - Room 204
Sue Swanson, Beloit College, “Assessing Ecological Status and Vulnerability of Springs of Wisconsin” Dr. Swanson has been collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to collect, classify, and evaluate baseline data on physicochemical characteristics and
biological communities of Wisconsin’s spring resources. Using historical springs surveys and a comprehensive springs classification system, the physical, biological, and sociocultural characteristics of typical springs systems in two regions of the state were documented. The two regions differ in their topography, geology, land use, and development pressures. The approach allowed for assessment of the physical and ecological status of spring systems and the formulation of hydrogeological conceptual models of springs in these settings.

SEEDS MEETING
We will meet Wednesday (4/16/08) at noon (ARD building, large pod) for pizza, drinks, and good discussions! BRING A FRIEND! Several folks will be presenting to us about research and scholarship opportunities here at NAU: Dr. Neil Cobb, Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research, Research opportunities
Dr. Diana Anderson, CESE, Research Experience for Undergraduates in Environmental Sciences
Dr. Alice Gibb, Biology Dept., Minority Student Development Program
Dr. Stephen Shuster, Biology Dept., Research Experience for Undergraduates in Behavioral and Conservation Sciences
As Colleen mentioned, we will also discuss our developing website. Lizette Lopez has gotten a start on it based on her discussions with myself and Susannah Tysor.
Best Wishes! Dr. Stefan Sommer, Faculty Advisor, Grand Canyon Chapter of SEEDS, http://www.esa.org/seeds Director of Education, Merriam-Powell Center, www.mpcer.nau.edu Office: (928) 523-4463, Stefan.Sommer@NAU.EDU

BIOLOGY STUDENT AWARDS CEREMONY
I am writing this message to invite you all to attend the annual Biology Department Student Awards Ceremony. In this ceremony, we recognize over 24 Biology undergraduate and graduate students who will be honored for their work in microbiology, botany, exercise science, physiology, departmental service, research and many other areas with awards and scholarships.
This year the ceremony will be held in the Kaibab room in the Student Union on April 16 (Wednesday) from 5-6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served.
If you are planning on attending, please RSVP to me by email as soon as possible so that I have an appropriate head count to give to University catering. [If you have already indicated to me that you will attend (for example to speak on behalf of a student), then you do not need to RSVP -- as I have already included you in the head count.]
Thank you for your time and I hope to see you at the ceremony, Alice
A few of you have suggested that I send out an email indicating which students will be receiving awards at our Honors Reception on 4/16 from 5-6:30 in the Kaibab room.

The list is as follows:
Sean Merrill Shand
Sierra Blatter Paicius
Claire Paterson Ex. Phys.
Michael Petriello Sr Achievement
Kevin Sullivan Sr Scholastic
Bryan LaBore Wick
Ryan Paulk Jr Achievement
Susannah Tysor Deaver
Andrew Liquori Shand
Molly Mathews Bayless
Kathryn Eilers Bayless
Michael Collins Paicius
Meredith Jabis Rominger
Andrew Allen Sr Achievement
Lauren Smerlinski Rasmussen
Katrina Cox Flycasters
Emily Munson Slipher
Lise Tchouta Slipher
Meghann Wicks Derifield
Michael Eggert Jr Achievement
Kenny Flory Sr Scholastic
Michael Hendrix Jr Scholastic
Regan Newman Holmgren
Lise Tchouta Carsten Cole Buckley

I hope to see many of you there to congratulate our most excellent undergraduates and graduates. Alice Gibb, Associate Professor of Biology, NAU, alice.gibb@nau.edu

CENS EMPLOYMENT, SCHOLOARSHIP & INTERNSHIP INFO
This week's scholarship, employment, and internship student newsletter has been updated on our website. Click on the following links to access the information. If you have a specific question, please feel free to contact me. Link to the Current Employment & Internship Newsletter: http://www.cens.nau.edu/students/ArchiveofAnnouncements.shtml
Link to Current Scholarship Newsletter: http://www.cens.nau.edu/students/ArchiveofAnnouncements.shtml
CENS Student Services Page: http://www.cens.nau.edu/students/
Opportunity to get involved in our college activities and receive a scholarship for it!*
AMBASSADORS FOR THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND NATURAL SCIENCES IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2008-2009 ACADEMIC YEAR
If You Are Interested In:
1) Becoming Noticed by Industry for Participating in an Elite Student Organization
2) Helping Coordinate Great Events Such as:
• CENS Career Fair (60+ companies/semester)
• Engineering & Science Day (200+students/semester)
• Deans’ Forums (once/semester)
3) A Scholarship Rewarded for Your Efforts
4) Having Fun With Great People in Your College
5) Representing Yourself and Your Peers to Industry and the Dean
Applications available at http://www.cens.nau.edu/Orgs/ACENS/recruitment.php.
Drop off your application to join ACENS at the Engineering front desk, Dean’s Office (BIO), Physics Dept., or Chemistry Dept. Please Contact ACENS at 523-4409 with questions. *Applications Due 4/18/08*
Graylynn J. Hudson , Program Coordinator , Scholarships, Internships, Employment
College of Engineering & Natural Sciences , Northern Arizona University
T: 928-523-5191

2008 HART PRARIE PRESERVE NATURALIST TRAINING FOR NATURE WALK GUIDES -- Greg Goodwin will lead the classroom session at the Museum of Northern Arizona's Pearson Hall on Wednesday, May 7th @ 6:00-8:00pm. Pearson Hall is located at MNA's Colton Research Center, across Highway 180 from the Museum exhibits building. We will offer food and beverages.
The field session will be May 18th at Hart Prairie Preserve. We will meet at the south west corner of the Fort Valley Plaza Basha's parking lot @ 10:00am.
Please bring you naturalist binders from last year if you have one. There are some new documents we would like to hand out as well. For new volunteers, we will provide you with a very thorough binder that includes plenty of information about Hart Prairie Preserve, Northern Arizona ecology, and The Nature Conservancy's work throughout the state. Please RSVP at your earliest convenience so we will have enough food and materials for everyone. Call me with any thoughts, questions, or concerns.
Thanks so much, Neil
Neil Chapman
Northern Arizona Program
Operations Manager

nchapman@tnc.org
(928) 774-8892 ext. 5 (Phone)
(303) 817-6285 (Mobile)
(928) 774-4108 (Fax)

VOLUNTEER FIELD WORK ASSISTANT, GRAND CANYON
I'm going to be hiking ALL trails in the Grand Canyon this summer, collecting data on mosses for my thesis (see attached flyer). I'm wondering if any of you would be nterested in assisting me with SIMPLE field work (see below) on 1 or more trips (2-4 days, your choice) between May 30th and the end of September.
You can even bring your camera and enjoy the experience as we hike from one collecting point to the other! Trips will be scenic (obviously) and adventurous, with backpacking and/or car camping, your choice. If you notify me within the next 2 months (by the end of May), I can definitely accommodate your preferences for dates, duration, and trail difficulty. I want to plan a trip that works for you; I am, thankfully, very flexible. If you can contact me before the end of July, I may still be able to plan a trip for August or September!
Your SIMPLE field work tasks: reading a GPS unit, reading a compass, drawing random numbers from a calculator , recording data as I verbalize moss percent covers and other numbers , sitting down and relaxing whilst I am bent over awkwardly trying to identify the mosses : ) Please feel free to call or email with questions! If you are interested, please send me your preferences (if you have any) and I will start ordering permits for our trip(s)! Thank you sooooooooo much!, Theresa Ann Clark, Graduate Research Assistant
Northern Arizona University , 207-608-0783

EMA FRIENDS – RAFT THE SAN JUAN RIVER
Have you experienced the rich diversity and excitement of rafting San Juan River? The Ecological Monitoring & Assessment Program would like to invite you to join us for our annual 3-day San Juan River rafting trip May 29th-31st. Openings are still available!
Together, the EMA Program and NAU Outdoors have been working hard to provide place-based research, education and recreational opportunities and collaborative partnerships for NAU. With some of the most exceptional geologic formations and innumerable paleontological, archaeological, and natural history sites, the San Juan River is an ideal outdoor classroom and world-class recreational destination. Join us and experience this amazing NAU resource first hand!
To find out more about the trip please contact Janet Lynn at the EMA Program, 523-0714, Janet.Lynn@nau.edu or sign up directly with NAU Outdoors. Friends and Family are welcome!! Sincerely, The EMA Program Staff

FIELD ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER, CA
Location: White Mountains, California (near Bishop and Lone Pine)
Description: Field assistant volunteer needed to work in a PhD dissertation project aimed at studying the social behavior of yellow-bellied marmots. The study examines social structure and behavioral roles. Duties include assisting with live trapping, restraining and measuring marmots, observing with a spotting scope, taking detailed behavioral observation notes and entering data. This is a great opportunity to gain field experience for graduate school.
Candidates must be available to work for the summer field season from May 24th – Aug 24th, 2008. Exact dates are flexible.
Qualifications: Candidates must be comfortable living and working at a high altitude remote field station (12500 feet/3800 meters) with hantavirus risk. She/he should have an interest in biology and animal behavior, the desire to wake up early, hike carrying equipment, work long hours and deal with inclement weather. Attention to detail is important. Previous field experience is encouraged but not necessary. The volunteer is expected to cover his/her travel costs, as well as any medical costs.
Salary: 0
Compensation: Housing and food will be provided. Applicant will receive training and experience in trapping and wild animal restraint and will receive appropriate recognition in published reports.
If you would like any further information please contact me at:
eebtwang@ucla.edu If you are interested in the position please email a brief letter stating your interest in the project and relevant experience and a CV to the email below. Include the contact information of at least 2 references. Application deadline: May 5
Thea Wang eebtwang@ucla.edu

SEVEN WETLANDS STEWARDS WIN 2008 NATIONAL WETLANDS AWARDS
Washington, DC - Seven citizens have been recognized nationally for their on-the-ground wetland conservation efforts and decades-long dedication to protecting these important natural resources. A diverse panel of wetland experts assembled at the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) earlier this month to select the winners of the 2008 National Wetlands Awards.
This year's Award winners hail from all regions of the country and exemplify
the extraordinary commitment and innovation that is so instrumental to
conserving wetlands in the nation's communities.
"These wetland champions are restoring and protecting one of America's greatest natural assets through education, conservation, and dedication," said Benjamin H. Grumbles, EPA's Assistant Administrator for Water. "These profiles, both in courage and in stewardship, show us all how to meet the President's national goal of increasing, not simply maintaining, the quantity and quality of our wetlands."
The 2008 awardees are:
Valer and Josiah Austin, landowners from Arizona who have restored miles of
wetlands on their ranch lands and worked on cross-border watershed
management to restore wetland habitat;
Caroline Dean, a horticulturalist and teacher from Alabama who has led
advocacy and education efforts to protect native flora and wildflowers found
in wetlands throughout the Southeastern United States;
John Dorney, the Supervisor of the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality's Program Development Unit who has been instrumental in the
development of the state's wetland and stream protection programs;
Mildred Majoros, a Project Manager with the Trust for Public Land in Florida
who has led efforts to protect hundreds of acres of coastal habitat in
Puerto Rico;
Diane Nygaard, the founder of the non-profit Preserve Calavera who has
raised awareness and aided in the purchase and restoration of wetlands in
California;
Raymond Semlitsch, a Professor in the Division of Biological Sciences at the
University of Missouri-Columbia whose research on amphibian ecology has
raised awareness about the need to protect small wetlands and surrounding
terrestrial habitat.
Collectively, the award winners have conserved thousands of wetland acres and have mobilized hundreds of individuals to contribute to wetland conservation. "The restoration and protection of the Nation's aquatic resources, especially wetlands, is a high priority for us," said Assistant Secretary of the Army, John Paul Woodley, Jr. "I am excited that work we are doing will supplement the fine wetlands work being done by the recipients of this year's awards." In May, the winners will take a well-deserved break
from their efforts to receive their awards at a ceremony on Capitol Hill.
"We look forward to meeting the winners of this year's awards and honoring them for their extraordinary achievements in wetland conservation," said Dr. Jim Balsiger, Acting Assistant Administrator for Fisheries, NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service. "We are proud to support ELI's National Wetlands Awards recognizing these individuals for their contributions to society and the aquatic environment. Healthy wetlands and ecosystems are vital to our nation's recreational and commercial fish and shellfish fisheries, and other living marine resources."
Program co-sponsors-the Environmental Law Institute, U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, USDA Forest Service, USDA
Natural Resources Conservation Service, Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service-hope that recognizing wetland leaders for their efforts will inspire others to follow their example. Given the national importance of wetlands, the federal agencies that sponsor the Awards welcome the opportunity to recognize and encourage voluntary wetland conservation efforts.
"Wetlands are a vital link between our land and water resources, and they provide a variety of ecological services to forests and grasslands. The Forest Service is proud to support the National Wetlands Awards program and to recognize the extraordinary work of the Award recipients," commented Abigail R. Kimbell, Chief of USDA Forest Service.
The winners of the National Wetlands Awards demonstrate how citizens and communities can-and do-make a difference. Arlen Lancaster, Chief of USDA's
Natural Resources Conservation Service, stated, "Wetlands are some of the most productive and dynamic habitats in the world and are vital to the overall health of the environment. I salute the 2008 National Wetlands Awards winners and thank them for their outstanding contributions to the conservation of our Nation's wetlands."
"Wetlands provide optimum migrating, wintering, and breeding habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds, wading birds and other wetland dependent wildlife species, as well as essential habitat for many neo-tropical birds. What we do for conservation today is important. What we do for conservation tomorrow is vital," said H. Dale Hall, Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
For more information on the National Wetlands Awards Program, the 2008 awardees, or the May awards ceremony, please contact Amanda Martin at the Environmental Law Institute at (202) 939-3862 or wetlandsawards@eli.org. Information is also available online at www.nationalwetlandsawards.org. National Wetlands Awards, Environmental Law Institute, 2000 L Street NW, Suite 620, Washington, DC 20036, ph (202) 939-3862
martin@eli.org | www.eli.org

GAIA JOURNAL ARCHIVE
The electronic archive of our journal "GAIA - Ecological Perspectives
for Science and Society" has recently been completed and now comprises
all 73 issues published since 1992. To celebrate this, we are offering
free access to GAIA's archive at IngentaConnect until April 30, 2008.
Please accept our apologies: the user name should read "2008gaia"
instead of "gaia2008". Same password: "archive". Kind regards , Hans-Dieter Sohn
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Access GAIA's archive at www.ingentaconnect.com/content/oekom/gaia
GAIA is a transdisciplinary journal for scientists and other interested parties concerned with the causes and analysis of environmental and sustainability problems and their solutions. The journal has been covered by the Institute for Scientific Information's databases (Social Science Citation Index, SSCI, and Current Contents/Social and Behavioral Science) since 2005.
The journal "GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society" publishes original scientific articles on environmental and sustainability research. keeps you informed about important events in environmental and sustainability research. reports on the activities of institutions affiliated with GAIA: German Society for Human Ecology (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Humanoekologie, DGH); Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres; Austrian Consortium GAIA, German research programmes fona – research for
sustainability and Social-ecological Research (SOEF); Hochschule Liechtenstein; Swiss Academic Society for Environmental Research and Ecology (Schweizerische Akademische Gesellschaft für Umweltforschung und Oekologie, SAGUF). Presents and reviews new publications. More information: www.oekom.de/etc/gaia.html
Kind regards , Hans-Dieter Sohn
GAIA 1/2005 is available as free content at IngentaConnect:
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/oekom/gaia

CALL FOR PAPERS – 2008 WESTERN FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS CONFERENCE
I append below the Call for Papers for the 2008 WFO (Western Field
Ornithologists) annual conference, to be held October 9-12, 2008, in San Mateo, California. (San Mateo is in the Bay Area, just south of San Francisco.) For a general overview of the conference, check out:
http://www.wfo-cbrc.org/
More details at: http://www.wfo-cbrc.org/33rd%20Annual%20Meeting.pdf
Looks to be a great meeting, with superb speakers (keynote address by Carla Cicero), fantastic field trips (including special pelagics offered by Shearwater Journeys), a fine mix of workshops and expert panels, and the usual camaraderie that is so characteristic of WFO meetings. And something else: Lots of new blood at WFO these days, with important contributions from a great new crop of young field ornithologists, and a generally high level of enthusiasm and ambition in the organization. Ted Floyd, tedfloyd57 AT hotmail.com
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
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Call for Papers for the 33rd Annual Meeting of Western Field Ornithologists
Abstracts are now being accepted for presentations at the 33rd annual meeting of Western Field Ornithologists, to be held 9�12 October 2008 in San M ateo,California.

Oral presentations should reflect original research or summarize existing unpublished information and should be presented in a manner that will be of interest to serious amateur and professional field ornithologists. Papers presented at other conferences will be considered provided that the material has not already been published.
Talks relating to the following themes are solicited:
* Status, distribution, migration, and population dynamics of birds
* Systematics and biogeography of birds
* Ecology, behavior, and evolution of birds
* New information on avian field identification problems
* Descriptive field identification
* Science-based conservation and management of birds
* Techniques for field study of birds, including censusing, monitoring, and other methods; and results of studies applying such techniques
Research described should apply to birds of the WFO region: western North America (from Alaska through Mexico, and the Great Plains to the Pacific coast) and the eastern Pacific Ocean. All talks should identify study objectives, describe methods and data analysis, present results, discuss the significance of the research, and propose future research directions.
We expect to allot 15 minutes per oral presentation, including 3 minutes for questions and discussion. Dialogue between presenters and audience is a hallmark of WFO meetings.
An abstract of your presentation should be submitted electronically to Debbie Van Dooremolen(Debbie.VanDooremolen AT snwa.com) no later than 15 June 2008. All queries and submissions must be via e-mail, and all abstracts must be submitted in exactly the following format:
YOUR LAST NAME, YOUR FIRST NAME, CO-AUTHOR NAMES (Times, 10-point type, all caps). Title of your talk (Times, 10-point type, bold). Your affiliation and/or sponsoring organization(s), if any, complete mailing address (Times, 10-point type, in italics), e-mail address (Arial, 9-point type). Brief (300-word maximum) summary of the objectives, methods, results, significance, and generality of your study (Times, 10-point type, normal).
Submissions should include a brief (60-word maximum) bio for the primary author.
For more information about the meeting, visit the WFO web site at
www.wfo-cbrc.org. We look forward to seeing you in San Mateo!

DISCCRS IV -- Interdisciplinary Climate Research Symposium
http://www.disccrs.org/DISCCRSposter.pdf
2 - 9 November 2008, Saguaro Lake Ranch, AZ
Application Deadline*: *30 April 2008*
Participation limited to thirty-four early career scholars. Airfare and on-site expenses will be defrayed http://www.disccrs.org/
Dissertations Initiative for the Advancement of Climate Change Research (DISCCRS, pronounced *discourse*), connects *natural *and *social scientists *engaged in research related to climate change, impacts and solutions. The goal is to broaden perspectives and establish a
collegial peer network to address climate challenges at the interface of science and society. See report from last symposium, and list of
participants at http://www.disccrs .org/reports/DISCCRS_III_Symposium_Report.pdf

During the week of DISCCRS IV -- which will be held in the Tonto National Forest outside Phoenix, Arizona -- participants will provide oral and poster presentations in plenary format, hone interdisciplinary communication and team skills, and discuss emerging research, societal and professional issues with each other and with established researchers invited to serve as mentors.
Participation will be limited to thirty-four early career scholars
identified by an interdisciplinary committee of research scientists based on review of submitted applications.
*Eligibility*: Ph.D. requirements completed April 1, 2006 - March 31, 2008. We encourage applicants from the natural and social sciences, economics, mathematics, engineering, or any other field so long as the research focus relates to climate change, its impacts or solutions. *Selection will favor those with interdisciplinary, collaborative interests. *While the emphasis is on the U.S. research system, applicants from all countries will be considered.
*Symposium Application instructions* http://www.disccrs.org/symphelp.html
*Register your Ph.D. dissertation*
http://www.disccrs.org/register.html
*E**lectronic newsletter *with jobs and other time-sensitive announcements is available to those who register dissertations.
Public webpage http://disccrs.org includes a searchable database of registered Ph.D. dissertations and early career resources:
Society Sponsors*: AAG, AERE, AGU, AMS, ASLO, ESA, ESS-ISA, STEP-APSA, TOS and USSEE.
*Organizers*: C. Susan Weiler and Ronald B. Mitchell
*Funding*: U.S. *National Science Foundation* Collaborative Grants
EAR-0435728 to Whitman College, C.S. Weiler PI, and EAR-0435719 to
University of Oregon, R.B. Mitchell PI.
*Contact*: disccrs@whitman.edu

ECOLOGY PROGRAM CONTACTS REQUESTED BY ESA
The ESA Student Section and Membership coordinators have teamed up to boost student membership in ESA, and we need your help! We would like to contact ecology programs directly and provide information about the ESA organization, all the activities and events for students in ESA, and a nation-wide poster contest we are developing to encourage students to become ESA members. We are looking for an existing list of ecology program directors (and even biology programs with strong ecology sections) that we can contact with this information. If anyone has such a list, or knows where one might exist, please let us know! You can e-mail any information you might have to Jenny Talbot (jtalbot@uci.edu).
Thanks for your help, Jenny Talbot , Chair, ESA Student Section

STUDENT ECOFILMS AWARDS DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 15
The Student Ecofilm Awards 2008 (SEAs'08), which video submission deadline was originally going to end tomorrow, April 15th Tuesday 2008, is now extending the submission period for a whole more month, so please be aware of the NEW SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 15th Thursday, 2008.

This will give the chance to still take part in this great event to those who were contemplating making a video for the contest, but were too busy with end-of-the-semester duties.
Remember, winning movies will be awarded annual meeting registration waivers, ecology books from main publishers, and the special Student Section Choice Award: $200!!
Please advertise this among the folks in your Department.
Thanks very much! Rob Salguero-Gomez, SEAs'08 organizer, ESA Student Section network/outreach officer, PhD candidate, Graduate Group of Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity, Department of Biology, University of Pennsylvania, Phone: 215-898-8608, salguero@sas.upenn.edu

JOBS -- JOBS -- JOBS

FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT, NORTHERN COLORADO
I am seeking 1-2 field assistants (full-time, temporary) for field studies of the ecology of grassland small mammals in north-central Colorado. Possible duties include live-trapping; radio-telemetric collaring and nocturnal tracking; blood, tissue and ectoparasite
collection; and visual surveys of prairie dog colonies. May also involve arthropod pitfall trapping, vegetation measurements, avian nest, rabbit and carnivore scat surveys, and data entry using Excel. Dorm-style shared housing available at the SGS-LTER field station north of Nunn, Colorado. Position available May - August 2008, with possible
extension into fall.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Must have experience with mark-recapture methods (live-trapping, handling, marking) and radio-tracking of small mammals - Previous experience with tissue and blood collection techniques (retro-orbital bleeding) useful - Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision - Ability to carry at least 60 lbs for long distances - Valid US Driver's license and ability to operate a 4WD vehicle
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and use of GPS units
SALARY: $9-11/hr depending on experience.
TO APPLY: Please send letter describing qualifications and experience and your interest; resume/CV; and names and contact information of two references electronically (PC Word or pdf file attachments) to: Dr. Paul Stapp (pstapp@fullerton.edu), Department of Biological Science, California State University Fullerton. Telephone: 714.278.2849. DEADLINE: Friday 18 April 2008 or until filled.

BOTANISTS/ECOLOGISTS, CA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY
The California Native Plant Society is seeking applicants for up to 12 Botanist/Ecologist positions for field work in the spring/summer 2008. At least three of these positions may extend into April 2009. Successful candidates will participate in vegetation inventory and mapping projects in collaboration with the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG). Candidates will be hired as either a Team Leader or a Field Assistant, depending on qualifications and experience. The principal focus of this work will support a vegetation mapping and classification project in the Sierra Nevada Foothills and the San Joaquin Valley ecosystems of California. As defined here, this includes the foothills above the Central Valley to around 1200 m in elevation, as well as the Carrizo Plain, Temblor Range, Elk Hills, and the San Joaquin Valley south of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in plant ecology, landscape ecology, botany, geography, and conservation in California.
The CNPS seasonal botany/ecology positions offer experience in the collection of field survey data using standardized CNPS vegetation protocols. CNPS maintains a uniform system for vegetation sampling,vegetation classification and mapping, and plant information databases.
Developed over the past 15 years by CNPS, these systems are used by both government and non-government institutions. Physical job requirements include sitting, driving, carrying, lifting, standing, and hiking. The position requires the ability to work long field days under rigorous
conditions (including inclement conditions), to hike in rugged terrain, and to lift/carry equipment that is up to 1/3 of your body weight.
Qualifications for the successful applicant include the following: . Basic knowledge of plant taxonomy and vegetation sampling techniques.. Identification of plants to the species level, with a focus on the identification of California’s Central Valley and Sierra Nevada Flora. . Proven ability to conduct fieldwork in varied environmental conditions, including inclement weather and poison oak.. Good organizational skills, enthusiasm and a positive attitude. . Undergraduate degree in biology, botany, or a related field - OR - work towards an undergraduate degree with completed courses including plant taxonomy, field botany, sampling design, or related courses.
. Ability to take direction and to work well in a team setting. . Ability to drive 4X4 vehicles over variable terrain. . A valid driver’s license, proof of current car insurance, and a safe driving record are required.
Additional experience / skills for Team Leaders: . Strong background in California plant identification and experience conducting vegetation sampling. . Ability to lead field assistants and ensure safe working environment while navigating in variable terrain. . Ability to coordinate daily field tasks. . Manage data for field team, ensuring data are recorded and entered accurately, consistently, and efficiently.. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
. Experience using GPS (Global Positioning System) units and other plant survey equipment (e.g., tape measure, compass).. Experience with databases and/or spreadsheets.
The salary is offered at $13.50 to $16.70 per hour, commensurate with experience. These are full-time,temporary field positions, beginning in late April 2008 and extending to August 31st, 2008. Additional work is available for some Team Leaders from August 2008 to April 2009, in the field and office. Extended employment may be possible through future grants/contracts.
To apply, submit the following materials: cover letter of interest, résumé or curriculum vitae, and three references (including reference name, address, phone number, and email). Please indicate whether you are applying for the Team Leader and/or Field Assistant positions. The primary contact is Jennifer Buck, Vegetation Ecologist. Send your application materials via
post mail, fax, or email to: California Native Plant Society, 2707 K Street, Suite 1, Sacramento, CA 95816, Attn: Vegetation Positions, Fax: (916) 447-2727 Email: jbuck@cnps.org.
Application deadline and interview: Review of applications will begin in early April, positions will remain open until filled. Please see the CNPS website for a detailed description of the jobs, and descriptions of the CNPS organization and Vegetation Program at www.cnps.org.

*JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Xerces Society Pollinator Outreach Coordinator
*JOB TITLE: Pollinator Outreach Coordinator
*BACKGROUND:* The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the diversity of life through the conservation of invertebrates. We educate the public and decision makers about the importance of invertebrates and work to protect habitat for these critical animals. For 37 years, the Society has been at the forefront of
invertebrate conservation, harnessing the knowledge of highly regarded scientists and the enthusiasm of citizens to implement conservation and education programs in the United States. Located in Portland, Oregon the Society has a national and international presence. Currently the Society has nine employees with an annual budget of over $700,000.
*SCOPE:* Under the direction of the Conservation Director, the Pollinator Outreach Coordinator will work to provide resources and training to agricultural professionals across the U.S. on pollinator habitat management, creation, restoration, and enhancement.* *The Outreach Coordinator will also build the general public’s awareness of the importance of native pollinators
to agricultural sustainability and wildlife conservation.
*MAJOR JOB ACTIVITIES:* This is a national level position that will require considerable travel throughout the U.S (and will often require more than 40 hours a week due to travel). Strong outreach skills are needed as the ideal candidate will coordinate logistics for workshops and provide training to Natural Resource Conservation Service staff, other agricultural professionals and land managers. The position will also include writing educational materials, conducting literature research, and other responsibilities as they arise.
Working with the Conservation Director the Outreach Coordinator will: • Coordinate logistics for workshops to train agricultural professionals in pollinator conservation techniques. • Present workshops on pollinator conservation to a variety of audiences. • Help develop assessment tools for native pollinator habitat and crop pollination by native bees. • Raise awareness about native pollinator conservation techniques among sustainable agriculture communities. • Prepare fact sheets and outreach materials based on field research. • Assist in the development of state criteria for screening EQIP, WHIP, or other project proposals. • Help develop Pollinator Habitat Evaluation Guides and Pollinator Biology Technical Notes. • Develop appropriate plant lists for states and regions.
*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:* Bachelors degree (Graduate degree strongly preferred) in entomology, ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or 3-5 years experience in conservation science, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience; experience in entomology is preferred. Ability to manage complex or multiple projects. Knowledge of species (especially invertebrates), natural communities, ecosystems, ecological processes, and their conservation needs. Ability to synthesize, interpret, and communicate complex scientific information to influence conservation practice. Ability to develop and give engaging presentations to audiences of more than twenty adults. Ability to communicate professionally with a wide variety of people. Ability to manage time and diverse activities under deadlines, while delivering quality results. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks. Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Web browsers). *Additional desirable qualifications * An understanding of pollination ecology and the role of native pollinators (especially bees) in agroecosystems. Prior management experience (of any kind) A good sense of humor
*TERMS:* This is a full time position and we are an at will employer. The Xerces Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
*SALARY:* $30,000 - $34,000 depending on experience.
*BENEFITS:* This position includes a generous benefits package: eleven paid holidays and two weeks of vacation accrued after first year; eight percent of base pay toward a SEP retirement account, beginning in January of the calendar year following the first full year of employment; eight percent additional salary toward health coverage; and a flexible work environment.
*LOCATION:* We are open to the position being in our satellite office in Winters CA, or our main office in Portland OR. For the right candidate, we would also consider establishing a new office in the Midwest or on the East Coast.
*MORE INFORMATION: *For more information on the Xerces Society and our programs, please see our website. www.xerces.org
*APPLICATION:* No phone inquiries, please. Individuals interested in this position should email a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three references as a single attachment in MS Word or Adobe PDF to: Logan Lauvray, The Xerces Society, 4828 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR 97215 logan@xerces.org
*DEADLINE:* April 18, 2008.
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, Katharina Ullmann, California Pollinator Conservation Coordinator, 5265 Putah Creek Rd, Winters, CA 95694 USA Tel: 530-510-0976
Email: katharina@xerces.org
The Xerces Society is an international, nonprofit organization that protects wildlife through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitat. To join the Society, make a contribution, or read about our work, please visit www.xerces.org.

AVIAN POINT COUNT POSITION, UT
One (1) Avian Point Count position in Southern Utah needed to conduct point counts for the 17th year of Utah's statewide riparian bird monitoring project. Position runs approximately April 30th through June 30 (or early July) with some flexibility on either end.
Salary ranges from $11-$13/hr or ($1700-$2100/month)depending on experience. Work vehicle is provided, sorry no housing. However, camping is allowed on our study sites.
Applicants must be willing to work long hours independently (frequently alone), car-camp for extended periods in hot conditions, enjoy early morning work, hike up to 5 miles/day, have excellent vision & hearing, and ability to operate a 4WD vehicle with a valid driver's license. This is a great opportunity to explore southern Utah.
Study sites are located in some of the most picturesque landscapes in North America, including Zion and Capitol Reef National Parks, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, State and Federal Wildlife Management Areas, and several National Forests.
PREFERRED CANDIDATES WILL BE: 1) Able to identify western riparian birds both visually and by song/call; 2) Experienced with unlimited distance point count methods and/or line transect methods 3) Able to estimate populations of mixed species with reasonable accuracy;
4) Able to enter field data using Excel and Access. 5) Able to interact well with other team members and the general public. 6) Preference may be given to applicants with a degree in biological sciences, wildlife, or other closely-related fields.
Positions are administered out of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Salt Lake City office in conjunction with Utah State University.
***Mandatory training is tentatively scheduled for April 30-May 2 with full time work beginning May 5th. However, this can be somewhat flexible if you are a current student***.
APPLICATIONS: please submit ASAP. Hiring will begin once suitable applicants are found. E-mail (preferred) or mail: cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references to hillarywhite@utah.gov or mail to: Hillary White, Wildland Resources, 5230 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-5230 or call (801) 209-2013 for more information.

VEGETATION/SOILS MONITORING, NPS, NAU
The Southern Colorado Plateau Inventory & Monitoring Network of the National Park Service is advertising 2-3 position for their vegetation/soils monitoring crews through Northern Arizona University.
The positions are run from June 1 through October-November, are based in Flagstaff, Arizona on NAU campus, and require travel to numerous parks including Grand Canyon, Bandelier, Mesa Verde, Petrified Forest.
We are looking for people with plant ID skills for the area ( or a strong interest in learning these plants) are physically fit, and are interested in working in some really cool places.
Pay ranges from $14.58 to $18.29 /hr.
Application information at: http://hr.nau.edu/m/content/view/797/550/ (click on “Careers at NAU” and scan list for “Research Specialist” and “Research Specialist Sr”)
Application Deadline: 4/14/08 For more information contact: Jim DeCoster 928-523-7454
jim_decoster@nps.gov

FIELD ASSISTANTS FOR BAKER CYPRESS RESEARCH
Note: The deadline for this job announcement has been extended to April 21, 2008. The hiring authority has been expanded to include all qualified applicants, not just currently enrolled students.
General Description: We are seeking 2 highly motivated field assistants to participate in a project studying Baker cypress, a rare conifer species found only in northern California and southern Oregon. This species depends on fire for seed dispersal and germination. As a result of fire
suppression, some populations of Baker cypress are now dying without any regeneration. Our project will focus on restoring Baker cypress populations by: 1) Examining how prescribed burning and thinning treatments affect cypress regeneration; 2) Identifying factors that influence recruitment of cypress, such as fire return interval, stand age, fire severity, fuel loads, and site conditions; and 3) Developing recommendations for cypress management and providing a risk assessment of cypress populations across the Klamath, Plumas, and Lassen National Forests, and the Alturas Resource Area of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Duties: Field assistants will work under the direction of a crew leader to collect a broad range of data, including tree demography data (identifying trees, saplings, and seedlings, coring trees, measuring tree diameter and height, tagging trees, etc.), fuels data using Browns transects, vegetation data including shrub and herbaceous plant species identification, and post- fire severity data at sites that have burned. Field assistants will also collect cypress cones and branches in the field. This position involves 70- 80% field work, but will also include some laboratory and office duties such as counting seeds, aging cores and cones, testing seeds for viability, and data entry. There could be an opportunity for interested applicants to pursue other questions related to Baker cypress as part of their undergraduate/graduate work.
Working conditions: The position will be based out of Happy Camp, CA. However, the field crew will travel frequently to remote study sites in isolated, rugged areas of the Klamath, Plumas, and Lassen National Forests, and the Alturas Resource Area of the BLM. This is a physically demanding job, involving hiking and camping in steep, hot, rugged terrain for up to 8-
10 days. Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates with experience in botanical and forest demography data collection. Applicants must be able to work well independently and with others. GPS/GIS experience is also. Valid driver’s license required.
Salary: We will fill two full-time, temporary biological science technician positions at the GS-5 ($13.58/hr) or GS-7 ($17.13/hr) level. Work will begin as soon as late May and continue through at least mid-August, 2008.
Application Procedures: For inquiries related to this position, please contact Kyle Merriam at phone: (530) 283-7777 or Erin Rentz at (530) 493-1728. Students may apply by sending a resume to: Kyle Merriam, P.O. Box 11500, Quincy, CA 95971, or via email to: kmerriam@fs.fed.us. Non-students must submit applications on-line at http://www.usajobs.gov/ under
announcement number: DE-OCR-0404-7-RESPLNT. Applications must be completed
by April 21, 2008.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ, DEPARTMENT OF OCEAN SCIENCES
The University of California invites applications for a Specialist in the Department of Ocean Sciences, under the direction of Professor Jonathan Zehr. Candidate will participate in research on distribution and activity of microorganisms involved in nitrogen fixation in open ocean and coastal environments.
RANK: Junior Specialist I – Associate Specialist III (1-2 positions available)
SALARY: $33,672 - $55,464, commensurate with qualifications and experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in biology or related discipline. Basic knowledge of personal computers and use of basic spreadsheet and word processing software required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Background in biology, experience with basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA sequencing. Knowledge of basic UNIX commands preferable. Marine/molecular microbiology background preferable. Bioinformatics experience desired.
POSITION AVAILABLE: As soon as possible after closing date.
TERM OF APPOINTMENT: One year, with possible extension, contingent upon availability of funding and positive performance review.
TO APPLY: Applicant should send a Curr iculum Vita and the names of threereferences (with mailing and e-mail addresses) to: Andrea Michels, Ocean Sciences Department, UC Santa Cruz
1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 Inquiries can be sent to amichels@ucsc.edu
Please refer to position #T08-52 in your reply.
CLOSING DATE: Position is open until filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by April 18, 2008. The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through diversity.
We strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

FIELD TECHNICIAN POSITIONS AT THE JORNADA EXPERIMENTAL RANGE IN THE NORTHERN CHIHUAHUAN DESERT (New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA): $9 – 12/hr commensurate with education and experience. Temporary, no benefits, no housing provided, 4-6 months with extension possible, flexible start date. Successful candidate must be a US citizen with a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. Collect/record data in the field for vegetation and soil sampling on monitoring and research projects. Position will also include laboratory work (primarily for soil physical properties and some simple soil chemistry), data entry and data manipulation. Opportunity to work with a diverse group of scientists and technicians in the northern Chihuahuan Desert on research projects designed to increase our understanding of desert ecology and our ability to sustainably manage arid and semi-arid ecosystems throughout the world. For additional information, visit <http://usda-ars.nmsu.edu/JER/Monit_Assess/monitoring.php>http://usda-ars.nmsu.edu/JER/Monit_Assess/monitoring.php. Send letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to: Ericha Courtright, Jornada Experimental Range, Box 30003, MSC 3JER, NMSU, Las Cruces, NM 88003 or ericha@nmsu.edu. Review of applications is ongoing.

FIELD TECHNICIANS, YELLOWSTONE NP
Coyotes on the northern range of Yellowstone National Park-- Field technician positions (3) with a long-term, ecological study of coyotes on the Northern Range of Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone Ecological Research Center
May 15, 2008- August 1, 2008 (2.5 months, 2 positions)
May 30, 2008- August 15, 2008 (2.5 months, 1 position)
Project Description: The long-term study of coyotes focuses on spatial distribution and ecological relationships with prey and sympatric carnivores, as disclosed by both field observation and radio-telemetry protocols.
Position Description: Successful applicants will have a strong work ethic, with a high degree of initiative, and substantial experience in remote field conditions. The protocols include a broad variety of elements, with 90% of the job requiring sustained physical work in remote and demanding field settings. Working schedule of 6 days on/1 day off, followed by 5.5 days on/ 1.5 days off.
Background Required: B.S. or B.A. degree in biology, zoology, wildlife, or similar background is required. Applicants must be experienced and highly competent in back-country settings, demonstrate a high degree of initiative and motivation, and be enthusiastic about executing a rigorous and demanding field protocol. The majority of time will be spent in the field, but duties also include data management. Housing is in a remote setting, with very basic shared bunkroom accommodations. Experience with radio-telemetry is highly desirable.
Compensation: Stipend of $600/month (pro-rated for partial months) with housing provided.
To Apply: Send resume, contact information for three references , and cover letter expressing interest via email to: J .W. Sheldon, Lead Project Scientist, Yellowstone Ecological Research Center, 2048 Analysis Drive, Suite B, Bozeman, MT 59718, (406) 556-1414
sheldon@yellowstoneresearch.org

TECHNICIANS NEEDED IN SOUTH TEXAS
Two technicians are needed to assist with a graduate research project studying the spatial ecology of bobcats and coyotes in south Texas on the Welder Wildlife Refuge. One position will start in mid-May and the other at the beginning of June. Positions will run until 31 December, with the
possibility of extension. Selected individuals will perform daily telemetry, data entry, capture and handling of coyotes, and assist with various other aspects of research. Schedules will vary to accommodate collection of diurnal and nocturnal telemetry.
Qualifications: B.S. in wildlife biology or related field. Applicants should have previous experience with radio-telemetry. Individuals should be able to work with limited supervision in often hot and humid conditions. An ability to live and work well with others, often in closer quarters, is essential. Most importantly, applicants should have a good sense of humor.
U.S. citizens only please. Please send a c.v. and 3 references. Salary: $700/month plus free housing Last Date to Apply: 18 April 2008, Contact: Ryan Wilson, ryan.wilson@aggiemail.usu.edu

FIELD TECHNCIANS, CO
We have a position available for an undergraduate student interested in ecology or environmental life sciences.
Background: Atmospheric deposition of nitrogen (N), resulting from human activities such agriculture and fossil fuel combustion, has the potential to alter ecological processes in lakes. Levels of N deposition levels have risen in ecosystems downwind of urban areas, such as the central Rocky Mountains in Colorado. We will investigate microbially-mediated denitrification in sediments of lakes subject to N deposition, as denitrification may ameliorate the effects of N deposition by permanently removing excess N inputs.
Qualifications: +Previous field research experience is preferred, but we will will train +Ability to use or learn to use handheld data recorders, GPS, computers, other field equipment +Ability to work both independently and in a small group +Valid US driver's license +Attention to detail, flexibility, and willingness to work long hours
Timing: ~ 8 weeks from mid June through August 2008. $3,500 stipend for the entire period. Housing and food will be provided at field stations near the study sites.
The field assistant will have two main tasks: (1) performing fieldwork to support the overall project, which may include hiking to alpine lakes, collecting sediment cores from an inflatable boat, collecting lake water samples, and performing general laboratory work, including setting up
sediment core incubations, and conducting chemical analyses; (2) conducting an independent research project.
The student will have hands-on experience conducting ecological fieldwork in Colorado, will gain familiarity with the principles of scientific research and experimental design, and conduct an independent project.
To apply, please send a letter describing qualifications and experience and your interest; resume/CV; and names and contact information of two references electronically (Word or .pdf file attachments) to Michelle McCrackin, School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University via email: mlmccrac@asu.edu

STUDENT TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - NATIVE PLANTS/VEGETATION PROGRAM POSITION AVAILABLE
Full-time Paid Summer STEP position Available Immediately!! Employee needed starting in May with the Grand Canyon National Park Vegetation Program to assist Horticulturist at Grand Canyon National Park. STEP employee will assist park horticulturist in vegetation projects at the
Grand Canyon National Park Native Plant Nursery and in locations throughout the park. Duties include developing nursery protocols, plant care, propagation, seed collection, nursery production, plant salvage,and supervising individual volunteers and volunteer groups. STEP employee will also participate in other vegetation projects including revegetation and exotics control as needed. Full-time summer work will include 40 hr/wk with wages dependent on experience and education, based in the Park. Contact Jan Busco at the Grand Canyon National Park Vegetation Program; 928-638-7782, Janice_Busco@nps.gov.
Jan Busco, Horticulturist, Vegetation Program, Grand Canyon National Park, P.O. Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023-0129 928 638-7782 Phone

CONSERVATION AND LAND MANAGEMENT FELLOWS PROGRAM
Please help us get the word out about this great opportunity for new science graduates. We still have positions to fill for our Conservation and Land Management Fellows Program, beginning in June.
This is an amazing opportunity for recent and upcoming science graduates to learn about land management while working with a mentor in the western United States. We have current openings in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah,
Washington and Wyoming. The Conservation and Land Management Fellows Program is a partnership between the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Bureau of Land Management, National Parks Service and the USDA Forest Service.
Travel and lodging expenses are covered for you to travel to Chicago in late May for a one-week training course held at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Training includes: BLM/NPS/FS orientation; Endangered Species Act and associated programs; plant and animal identification and
monitoring; GIS and mapping; and topographical map reading and GPS skills. Field duties may include: plant and wildlife monitoring and mapping; endangered species reintroduction; invasive species management; geographic data acquisition and analysis; biological assessments, sensitive species lists and conservation plans; fire ecology; land use planning; archaeology-related activities; recreation areas management; rangeland assessments; seed collection.
Compensation is $750.00/pay period (every two weeks)
How to Apply: Applicants must have a visa authorized for employment in the United States of America. Please send a letter of interest, schooltranscript(s), resume, and three letters of recommendation to: clmfellows@chicagobotanic.org
This opportunity may also be conducted as a research component of a Masters program with Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden. For application information, visit:
http://www.plantbiology.northwestern.edu
For more information visit the website:
http://www.clmfellows.org

WILDLIFE SEASONAL CREW LEAD, NEEDED ASAP
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE: Leading crews of 2-4 people in surveys Performing California Spotted Owl, Northern Goshawk, Yellow-legged frog field surveys to established protocol, Surveying requires hiking off-trail, driving on dirt roads, and working unusual hours, Assistance with restoration projects, Support projects and goals of resource program
SALARY: $13.53 – 16.87 per hour, depending upon experience and G.P.A
Limited housing available
LOCATED on the Eldorado National Forest, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains between
Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, in-between Hwy 80 and Hwy 88.
AVAILABILITY Varies with snow conditions, typically April through September. Start and
end dates negotiable.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age and have a current valid driver's license. Must have graduated with a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 24 semester
hours of courses in the Natural Sciences, Biology, Conservation, or other related fields.
Must be physically able to perform the job. Must be a United States citizen or national (resident of American Samoa or Swain Island).
TO APPLY: Contact Jessica Ilse at (530) 647-5433 or jilse@fs.fed.us

SCIENTIFIC AIDE, CA
California Department of Fish and Game seeks applicants for a Scientific Aide to assist with Rare Plant and General Vegetation Surveys
The Western Riverside County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) and California Department of Fish and Game are seeking 1 applicant to assist with rare plant and general vegetation surveys during the 2008 field season. This position will begin as soon as a successful applicant is chosen, preferably by mid-May. The new aide will either work 40 hours per week for 9 months or no more than 30 hours per week year round. The successful applicant will conduct surveys for sensitive plant species in a variety of habitats throughout the county. They will also collect vegetation data to characterize habitat for sensitive animal species and
will work under the direction of the field crew leader. Depending on workload and prior experience, the hired crew-member may have the opportunity to participate in mammal, bird, herpetology and/or invertebrate sensitive species surveys as well. Salary to start is $11.33/hour, paid monthly, with no benefits, but time toward State service is accrued. The successful candidate will report to work in downtown Riverside and proceed to field sites from there.
Requirements / Qualifications The employees hired must have the equivalent of at least 2 years college education, with a minimum of 60 units completed, 10 of which must be
science-related (e.g., biology, zoology, chemistry, physics). The ideal candidate will have one or more seasons of prior field experience, including some botany-related experience. S/he must have a valid California Driver’s License (or be eligible to receive one) and be a U.S. citizen or a
legally employable non-citizen (Declaration of Permission to Work form required). Employees must be willing to operate a 4WD vehicle.
Duties Participate in targeted searches for rare plant species; Collect habitat information at sites of rare plant occurrences including list of associated species and percent cover; Collect field data in the prescribed manner; Attend meetings and training as appropriate; Be prepared to work in tough, uneven terrain; Be prepared to deal with both cold and hot environmental conditions, and; Complete assigned tasks with a minimum of direct supervision in a timely fashion. Additionally, Field Crew Biologists will be expected to operate 4WD vehicles and digital equipment and will also be expected to carry a 25–30 pound backpack.
Applying for Position - Applications will be reviewed until a suitable candidate is chosen, with
interviews beginning the week of April 14th. Preference will be given to those applicants who can commit to 9 months of employment. Qualified and interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter via e- mail to: Diane Menuz , 951-320-2168 (office)
hiring@biomonitoringrca.org