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2005 Annual Meeting September 22-25 - Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory and Highlands Biological Station

2006 Annual Meeting, Flathead Lake Biological Station

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Going to a meeting? Having a public event? Want to have a professionally prepared display on field stations? You can reserve the use of the OBFS display by contacting Nina Consolatti Facilities Coordinator, Michigan State University, Kellogg Biological Station, 3700 East Gull Lake Drive, Hickory Corners, Michigan, 49060 616-671-2228 CONSOLATTI@kbs.msu.edu

OBFS policy is to pay for the shipping, but second day air is to be discouraged. UPS Ground is appropriate.Do not set it up outdoors, in the sun. Don't even set it up indoors where the sun can beat down through a window. Do not leave it in the box outdoors (eg. waiting for pick up) where the sun can heat it up, and don't leave it in a truck where it can bake. Other than this, the display is pretty user-friendly.

Job Announcements:
(Newest Announcements on top of list (below); old ones archived for general interest). If you have a premanent, career-level position at your field station that you want to post, and you are a paid-up station member, send Word file to: Mark Stromberg, (stromber@socrates.berkeley.edu). Try CyberSierra for links to a wide variety of natural resource employment opportunities.

Fisheries Scientist The Marine Laboratory at the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (Sanibel, Florida) (www.sccf.org) has an immediate opening (BS level; $29,000) to assist the Director in field studies. Project involves age and growth studies as well as obtaining commercial fisheries data. Send resume and letter of interest to Dr. Stephen A. Bortone, Director: bortone@sccf.org by 1 November 2004.

Database Manager. The Center for Reservoir Research at Murray State University seeks a fulltime person to manage and coordinate Center environmental databases and assist in data analysis. Primary duties will include compiling and analyzing existing databases, working with researchers to develop data protocols and metadata, and designing and maintaining web pages. Position requires a B.A., B.Sc. or M.A., M.Sc. (preferred) in ecology, environmental sciences, natural resources or closely allied field. Alternatively, a B.A. or B.Sc. in computer science with 2 yrs experience in natural sciences or natural resources is acceptable. Programming experience in Visual Basic highly desired. Previous experience working with large relational databases preferred. Experience with Oracle, Microsoft Access, SQL, along with XML is highly desirable. Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team is necessary. Position is 12-months full-time. Submit letter of application, complete resume, and contact information for three references to David White, Center for Reservoir Research, 561 Emma Drive, Murray, KY (207-474-2272). Applications must be postmarked by October 22, 2004.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Web Programmer:SDSU Field Station Programs seeks a person to improve and maintain its database-driven website, and to program the delivery of real-time multimedia environmental sensor data on the web. The ideal candidate has a combination of proven technical programming skills, facility with ecological databases, and a strong interest in environmental research and education. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in natural or environmental science or computer science; demonstrated experience web programming languages, such as PHP, ASP, JSP, or Perl; and demonstrated experience using a relational database, such as MySQL, MS SQL Server, or PostgreSQL. The SDSU Field Station Programs supports the collection, sharing, and understanding of environmental information in Southern California ecosystems. Field Station reserves serve as foci for important interdisciplinary work and relationship-building with groups ranging from funding agencies, educators, and community members to regional, national and international scientists and students dealing with local, regional, and global issues. The person hired will work under the supervision of the Ecoinformatics Manager and in teamwork with other staff members in the Field Station Programs Network Office, its reserves, and collaborating organizations. If interested, please call (619) 594-0580 or visit http://fs.sdsu.edu/ for more information.

Director of Kellogg Biological Station: Michigan State University seeks a director for the W. K. Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) to provide creative leadership and continuing development of the Station's teaching, research, and outreach programs in ecology, evolutionary biology, sustainable agriculture, and natural resources. This is an annual-year (12-month) full-time academic appointment based at KBS with tenure in a campus-based department appropriate to the candidate's expertise.  The Director has programmatic responsibility for all teaching, research, and outreach activities at the Station, which is home to ten faculty in ecology, evolutionary biology, agriculture, and natural resources; an MSU Extension office; and Michigan's largest agricultural experiment station.  Outstanding physical facilities include modern academic research laboratories, aquatic and terrestrial field facilities (including a Long-term Ecological Research (LTER) site), and the Kellogg Farm, Bird Sanctuary, and Conference Center.  The Director also supports the facilitation and coordination of programs with on-campus faculty and is responsible for appropriate public relations contacts with local, regional, national, and international organizations.The KBS Director reports to the deans of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (lead college) and the College of Natural Science.  The position carries a 60% administrative assignment; the remainder of the appointment can be split among research, teaching, and outreach at the discretion of the candidate. The director will maintain an academic appointment in his or her disciplinary department on campus.Candidates should have a PhD and an established and well-recognized research record in any area of ecology, evolutionary biology, agriculture, or  natural resources, and a  demonstrated ability to lead a dynamic program of teaching, outreach, and interdisciplinary research. The position is expected to be filled at the rank of full professor. KBS is located in southwest Michigan, about 1.5 hours south of the main campus in East Lansing; further information can be found at www.kbs.msu.edu. The Director is expected to maintain residency within the vicinity of KBS. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Phil Robertson (robertson@kbs.msu.edu), search committee chair. Letters of application should be accompanied by a curriculum vita and contact information for 3 references, and will be accepted until November 1, 2004, or until a suitable candidate is identified. Please include in the letter of application a description of your qualifications for this position and a statement of your research vision and teaching and outreach philosophy.  Applications can be submitted electronically to directorsearch@kbs.msu.edu or mailed to G. Philip Robertson, Chair. KBS Director Search Committee, W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, Michigan State University, 3700 E Gull Lake Drive, Hickory Corners, MI 49060.  MSU is an equal opportunity / affirmative action institution. 

Facility Manager/Director’s Assistant - At this time the Gerace Research Center (GRC – formerly the Bahamian Field Station) is accepting applications for a Facility Manager/Director’s Assistant on the island of San Salvador, Bahamas.  The person will be expected to reside at the GRC where they will be directly in charge of the overall supervision and management of the campus; it's physical plant, along with vehicles and boats.  The Facility Manager is a key person at a small educational facility such as the GRC, and must possess a great diversity of skills in order to be successful.  Administratively the Facility Manager must have good organizational skills, supervisory experience, and diplomacy in order to work with a wide range of personality types and with persons of another culture.  A background in geology, biology, or related natural science is required, as the person will be in charge of the GRC in the absence of the Executive Director and will be expected to assist scientist and researchers who utilize the facility.  Opportunities for group lecturing and conducting personal scientific research will also be available throughout the year.   The GRC is, in essence, a remote little city, and the Facility Manager must have the knowledge of all of it's functioning.  This person should have a firm mechanical background, including knowledge of electricity, motors, pumps, plumbing, refrigeration, and vehicles to name a few.  If the candidate lacks the knowledge of one or more of these fields, they should be willing and able to learn them, both on the job and off the job, as time allows.  Over the years the laborers at the GRC have been trained in these diverse skills, however, most of these employees lack certain diagnostic skills so the Facility Manager must be able to troubleshoot and solve breakdown problems within the framework of the staffs' abilities and the available parts and supplies.  The Facility Manager is responsible for maintaining a small dive shop and dive compressor, so scuba certification and a knowledge of dive operations is also a plus. Compensation - Annual salary of $24,000 (US), which is tax free (i.e., no Bahamian, U.S., or state income taxes); Housing and food at the Gerace Research Center for the Facility Manager and family; Moving expenses to San Salvador (up to $1500.00); One month paid vacation per year (August or September); Transportation between San Salvador and Florida three times a year for shopping and time off (independent of vacation days); One half the cost for medical/hospitalization insurance. Application - please mail, fax, or e-mail a curriculum vita, cover letter, and two letter of recommendation to: Mr. Vincent J. Voegeli – GRC, c/o Twin Air, 1100 Lee Wagener Blvd, Suite 113, Fort Lauderdale, Florida  33315.  Fax 242 331-2524, e-mail: grcss@juno.com, web page: geraceresearchcenter.com. This documentation should stress your abilities in the aforementioned areas.  After screening the application materials the Gerace Research Center will cover the expenses of bringing each of the finalists to San Salvador for a 3-4 day intensive interview and trial period of work.  This will provide both the candidate and the GRC the opportunity to determine if this person and the position are mutually suitable.  This position will be open until filled.

Mountain Studies Institute (MSI) seeks two highly motivated, passionate, dynamic professionals with entrepreneurial spirits to assume key staff positions - Research and Education Director and Business Operations Director. MSI is a not-for-profit, independent mountain research and education institution and high-altitude field station established in 2002 in Silverton, Colorado. 
     The Research and Education Director is responsible for continued development of all aspects of MSI's mountain research and education programming. Successful candidates will possess a Masters or Ph.D in a relevant field and at least five years experience in the following areas: Program development/management; Mountain research science, natural/environmental science, and/or mountain geography, and teaching expertise; Excellent verbal and written communication skills (including successful grant writing and funding record); Keen interest in mountain communities and environments. Prior experience in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado is desired.
    The Business Operations Director is responsible for all aspects of MSI's business operations and financial management. Successful candidates will possess a college degree and at least five years experience in the following areas: Principles and practices of finance, accounting and bookkeeping including budget preparation and analysis; Grant tracking and reporting; Grants and contracts administration; Office administration, facilities and logistics management; Database and membership program management.
      Please see http://www.mountainstudies.org/ for full job descriptions and application guidelines. Please address all inquiries via email directly to Ellen Stein, Executive Director, estein@mountainstudies.org. Salaries DOE. Applications accepted until the positions are filled. These position are based (live and work) in Silverton (elev. 9,318 ft/2,840 m.; pop. 450 winter; 1,000 summer). Small town, big mountain lovers only need apply.  

Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserve - Reserve Steward. The University of CA, Santa Barbara seeks a Reserve Steward/Building Maintenance Worker at the Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserve near Mammoth Lakes, CA. Maintains and improves buildings, grounds, utilities, fences, roads, equipment and vehicles Req: Working at a semi-skilled level in a variety of trades; able to independently perform custodial work; able to do maintenance on equipment, vehicles and heavy equipment. Note: Altered work schedule, good physical condition. Maintain a valid CA driver's license and a clean DMV record. Class B driver's license desirable. $2,648-$3,065/mo. + full benefits. Apply by 7/2/04. #20040242 Apply at <http://jobs.ucsb.edu/>http://Jobs.ucsb.edu. AA/EOE (805) 893-3166.

Postdoctoral Fellow  WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY in ST. LOUIS TYSON RESEARCH CENTER Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or Evolutionary Biology to be based at the Tyson Research Center, a 2,000-acre tract of land located 20 miles from campus. The fellow will be responsible for developing a research program independently or in conjunction with Washington University faculty and involving undergraduates in research conducted at the Center. In addition, the fellow will be expected to teach one course, Conservation Biology, during the school year. This is a twelve-month appointment renewable for a second year. Start date is flexible, but can be no later than Jan. 1, 2005. More information on Tyson can be found at http://www.biology.wustl.edu/tyson/. Applicants should include a curriculum vitae and a statement of the research to be conducted at the Center, and arrange to have two letters of recommendation sent on the applicants behalf. All materials should be sent electronically to Jonathan Losos, Ph.D., (losos@biology.wustl.edu), and to Jon Chase, Ph.D. (jchase@biology2.wustl.edu). Applicant review will begin July 31 and continue until the position is filled. Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Operations Manager, full-time position, posted on 5/20/04  Location- Black Rock Forest Field Station, Cornwall, NY Salary Range- $40,000 - $50,000 per year, depending on experience, with attractive benefits package Duties- The Operations Manager will work to ensure the smooth, safe, and productive use of the Black Rock Forest, and especially its facilities, by all of its visitors and staff. The employer is the BRF Consortium, a private non-profit organization that operates the 3,800-acre Black Rock Forest in southeastern New York State as a field station for research and education, primarily by visitors from the seventeen academic institutions (Universities, schools, museums, etc.) that comprise the Consortium (www.blackrockforest.org). The Consortium operates six buildings, most notably the new 60-bed Forest Lodge, which will open for operation in June of 2004 and will be a primary responsibility of the Operations Manager. In addition to direct oversight of these facilities, the Operations Manager will work with representatives from Consortium institutions on program planning, scheduling of day and evening activities, functions and events, billing for overnight stays, group check-in and check-out, oversight of vehicle use, and coordination of nurse on call, dining and cleaning services. They will be responsible for the purchasing of supplies, oversight of waste and recycling functions, custodial and housekeeping duties, and oversight, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of all building systems. The Operations Manager will have fiscal responsibility for the station’s budget for facilities management. They will be the key member of an Operations Team, working in close association with the Forest Manager, Caretaker, Administrative Assistant, staff Educators, and Consortium member representatives, and will report to the Executive Director. They will also serve on management teams directed at Education and Scientific Research. They will be expected to refine and expand the Forest’s current usage rules and regulations, guidelines, safety and emergency plans, and the consolidate existing materials into a new Operations Manual that will ensure smooth, safe and productive operations that will be at the same time “Green, Smart, and Sustainable”. They will be encouraged to seek efficiency in operations and to develop a new on-line reservations system. This position may require occasional night and weekend work.   Qualifications- Superior organizational and interpersonal skills, a friendly professional demeanor, and demonstrated knowledge of computers and basic software will be required. A college degree, prior experience in facilities management, group activity scheduling, environmental education, financial management, environmental design and management, are all desirable.   How to Apply- Send resume with cover letter and names and addresses of three references to: Dr. William Schuster, Executive Director, Black Rock Forest Consortium, 129 Continental Road, Cornwall, NY 12518. Phone: 845-534-4517, Fax: 845-534-6975, email: blackrock@ldeo.columbia.edu.  The Black Rock Forest Consortium is an equal opportunity employer.

Reserve Steward: Payroll title: Assistant Museum Scientist     Position Number '04-04-030'    Description & Position Number: Assistant Museum Scientist 04-04-030    Position Category: Science/Technical Department: Natural Reserve System    Salary Range: $2,605.00 - $3,108.00    Notes:  Career full-time position. Incumbent must be able to work varied scheduled hours and overtime as needed including weekends. Must be able to work weekends.  Essential Functions:   As Reserve Steward, under the general direction of the James Reserve Director, assists with the daily and programmatic operation aspects of the James Reserve and Oasis de Los Osos Reserve. Includes: The Biological Monitoring Inventory, museum collections, and information management, maintaining traps, assist with bird banding, and updating the reserve web site and databases; Facilities Management and general maintenance, and programmatic upgrades of instrumentation (weather stations, web cams, wireless sensors, solar power system, generators, water systems, computer hardware and software, and data/telecommunications networks), general care and upkeep of buildings, and roads; Administrative and User Management, assisting Reserve Director as needed with visitor use, participating in group's activities when necessary, restocking supplies, and cleaning the facility. Participate in other public outreach activities including teaching, guided tours, lectures, and demonstrations. Responsible for reserve operations when the Reserve Director is off premises.   Minimum Requirements:   Education and/or equivalent experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, zoology, geography or comparable field.  Demonstrated experience using Windows and Macintosh operating systems and commonly used office applications (MS Office, Internet, email).  Demonstrated experience summarizing study findings and documenting study methods.  Superior communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate using tact and diplomacy with supervisors, colleagues and reserve users.  Skill in organizing tasks, documents and materials with efficiency and accuracy.  Skills in writing concise, logical, grammatically correct analytical or narrative reports.  Knowledge of and experience conducting basic biological field work, including standard protocol design, data collection, analysis, and report preparation. Knowledge of and experience with cataloging museum specimens.  Ability to use hand and power tools (including chainsaws) required for the general maintenance of building and grounds.   Ability to work for extended periods of time in montane and desert seasonal outdoor environments.  Ability to follow oral and written instructions.  Ability to safely move and lift materials, equipment, and tools weighing up to 70lbs.  Ability to speak to public audiences through professional and oral presentations.  Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.  Hired applicant must possess a valid California Driver's License; and must successfully pass a background check through the Department of Justice.   Preferred Qualifications:   Education and/or equivalent experience to a Master’s degree in biology, botany, zoology, geography.  Experience with training, supervising, and evaluating the performance of assigned personnel.  Knowledge of and experience with ArcView GIS, DBMS and web page authoring applications.  Knowledge of the applicable UC policies and procedures governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job.  Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled  

 

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