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Research Specialist, Plant Ecophysiology/Ecosystem Ecology: Applications are invited for a full-time Senior Research Specialist position in Steve Archer’s lab in the University of Arizona School of Natural Resources (annual salary range $39,173 – $45,686; hard money position). The successful candidate will interact with collaborators in ecosystem science, physiological ecology, soil science, landscape ecology, remote sensing and ecosystem modeling. Research emphasizes grass-woody plant interactions in the context of patch dynamics, climate change and land use in dryland ecosystems. Ongoing studies are focused on understanding factors controlling the relative abundance of woody and herbaceous life forms in drylands and ecosystem responses to changes in grass-shrub abundance (e.g., primary production, root biomass and turnover, litter decomposition, soil nutrient pools and fluxes, plant gas exchange, plant and soil water relations, and population biology). Supervision and coordination of activities of undergraduate student workers, technicians and graduate students in the collection and processing of plant, soil, and water samples for physical and chemical analysis are an important component of the position. Management and analysis of extensive databases are also important responsibilities. The position can be tailored to the expertise/interests of the selected applicant. Candidate is expected to actively participate in the development of manuscripts and grant proposals. For more details on activities, responsibilities, and application instructions, see http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/ Minimum Qualifications: MS in botany, plant ecophysiology, ecosystem science, plant ecology, soil science or related field; experience with field data collection techniques in plant ecology & soil science. Starting Date: 1 August 2007 (or as soon thereafter as possible). Application Procedure: Applications for this position (Job No. 38278) must be made on-line via the University of Arizona Human Resources web page. Questions? Contact Steve Archer (sarcher@ag.arizona.edu). Posted: 6/18/07.

Physiological ecology and adaptive life history evolution: A postdoctoral position at the University of Florida is available to study the physiological basis of adaptive shifts in life history timing in the apple maggot, Rhagoletis pomonella. R. pomonella is a model system for studying the evolution of insect-host plant associations and sympatric speciation. Historically, R. pomonella larvae fed on the fruits of hawthorns (Crataegus sp.) but radiated onto domesticated apple (Malus pumila) after its introduction to North America. In areas where both hosts occur, apple and hawthorn populations form genetically distinguishable host races. The timing and depth of diapause (overwintering dormancy) are critical life-history traits differentially adapting apple and hawthorn-infesting populations of R. pomonella to differences in the fruiting times of their respective hosts, generating reproductive isolation in the process. Physiological traits such as nutrient storage and metabolic rate affect diapause length and timing in other insects. We will test the hypothesis that adaptive differences in diapause length between the apple and hawthorn host races are mediated by energetics, particularly the accumulation of metabolic fuel prior to diapause and its utilization during diapause. We will determine the functional importance of nutrient storage and metabolism to diapause length and timing for apple and hawthorn host races of R. pomonella in the field and lab; and then equate any observed difference in fuel storage, body size, and metabolic rate with allelic variation at loci that have diverged between the host races. Linking allele frequencies to diapause-associated nutrient storage and metabolism will provide the basis for our ultimate goal of identifying the specific physiological, biochemical, and genetic alterations underlying adaptive host plant-mediated life history evolution in the two R. pomonella host races. The postdoc will join Dan Hahn’s group in the Department of Entomology and Nematology at the University of Florida and will have significant interactions with Jeff Feder’s group in the Department of Biological Sciences at Notre Dame. Ideally a candidate would start in June 2007. Salary and benefits will range between $33k and $40k and are available for 3 years contingent on performance. Excellent family medical/dental health plans are available. Applicants should provide a formal letter of application, a complete biographical CV, transcripts of college courses, three letters of reference (note: the letter of application and C.V. should arrive electronically). Review of applications will begin March 5th and applications will be accepted until a suitable applicant is found. For more information, contact Dan Hahn (dahahn@ifas.ufl.edu). Posted: 2/27/07.

Physiological Plant Ecology: The Environment and Natural Resources Institute, University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking a physiological plant ecologist for a postdoctoral position on a NSF IPY (International Polar Year) project with field studies at Toolik Lake, AK and in NW Greenland. The incumbent will conduct and supervise experimental work elucidating the consequences of deeper snow, shrub increases and warmer summer temperature effects on leaf-level gas exchange, ecosystem carbon cycling, community composition, plant growth and plant-soil water relations. This will include studies using LiCor 6400 and 6200 instruments to quantify photosynthesis and respiration at the leaf and ecosystem-scale in addition to using stable isotope techniques (δ¹⁸O and δD) to study plant water sources, and ¹⁴C techniques to study soil respiration dynamics. The postdoctoral fellow will join a team that has conducting long-term experiments at Toolik Lake since 1994 as part of the ITEX (International Tundra Experiment) and in NW Greenland since 2002. A significant portion of the research focus will be on winter ecology. The successful applicant will be expected to assist in supervising graduate and undergraduate students and to assist the project PI's with the project management. A Ph.D. or previous postdoctoral research experience in physiological plant ecology, plant physiology, plant community ecology, plant mineral nutrition, with a background in tundra ecosystem studies is desired. The salary will be between $3500-$3700 per month plus full benefits depending on experience. Submit letter of interest highlighting research experience applicable to these research activities, curriculum vitae and the names of three references to Dr. Jeff Welker, Professor and Director, at: afjmw1@uaa.alaska.edu. For complete job vacancy announcement and application process please see the full position listing. Applications are due by 1 April. The position is available beginning 1 April, 2007. Posted: 2/7/07, revised: 2/22/07, 3/23/07.

Plant Physiological Ecology Teaching: The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCLA has a last minute opening for a postdoctoral teaching position or lectureship for the remaining two quarters of this year (2006/07), plus the possibility to continue the position for 2007/08.  The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. and be qualified to teach plant physiology, ecology and a third course in area of specialization.  The teaching post-doc appointment includes time for research and laboratory space.  Lectureship includes office space only.  Interested applicants should apply online with the following documents: CV; statement of research plans during fellowship (if applying for teaching post-doc); and letter of application that includes teaching experience, teaching interests, and contact information for three references.  Review of applications will begin immediately.  If you have questions, please contact Professor Victoria Sork, Department Chair, at vlsork@ucla.edu or 310-825-7755. Posted: 11/14/06.

Plant Physiological Ecology: A Postdoctoral Fellow (2-3 yr) position is available at University of Hawaii at Manoa in the laboratory of Dr. Lawren Sack (Botany Department). The position is to participate in an NSF-funded study of the responses of leaf hydraulic properties to environmental factors, their determination in vascular architecture and membrane physiology, and their impacts on whole-plant performance and ecology. Native Hawaiian species and invasive species will be studied in common gardens and across the dramatic natural moisture and soil age gradients of Hawai’i. Studies will also focus on the evolution and function of diversity in leaf traits across Hawaiian lineages and across arboretum-grown species of Araceae with exceptionally diverse leaves. Candidates interested in this position should have a PhD degree; quantitative skills; demonstration of self-motivation, productivity and creative thinking; ability to work as part of a team and to carry out research in the field as well as laboratory; and background in any or several of the following: plant hydraulics, gas exchange, anatomy, biomechanics, ecology, and/or biophysics. Stipend to be determined based on background and experience. The start date is negotiable, but before the end of 2006. Please send cover letter stating research interests, experience, and CV with three names of potential referees to: LSack@hawaii.edu. Application review will begin July 31st, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Posted: 5/18/06.

Research Plant Physiologist: USDA-ARS Interdisciplinary: Research Plant Physiologist, Research Soil Scientist, Research Agronomist, Agricultural Engineer or Research Hydrologist. The position will be assigned to the Crop Systems and Global Change Laboratory in Beltsville, MD. The incumbent will participate as a team member to conduct studies on nutrient (potassium and nitrogen) uptake in corn and potato focusing on root growth and architecture and nutrient movement in soil. The assignment will identify important soil and plant processes for nutrient update by roots through research in growth chambers and the field and analysis of existing data available in the literature. Results of the experimental research will be used to develop and test algorithms to simulate two dimensional nutrient uptake and transport process in soil as implemented in the new ARS models MAIZSIM (corn) and SPUDSIM (potato) interfaced with 2DSOIL. Qualifications: Recent Ph.D. in plant physiology, soil science, agronomy, agricultural engineering, hydrology or related field is required. Knowledge of nutrient uptake, root growth, and water movement in soils. Ability to write and debug computer code written in high level languages (C++, FORTAN) and working knowledge of numerical methods used in simulation models are required. See Announcement No RA-07-064H for more information. Posted: 6/11/07.

Wheat Physiology: The Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA) - UMR EGC Grignon, France is seeking an innovative, self-motivate, scientifically oustanding candidate for a post-doctoral position to investigate mechanisms involved in nitrogen deficiency tolerance of bread wheat using a simplified model of C/N relations and root architecture. This work will provide knowledge and new QTL to aid in the development of wheat varieties adapted to low input production systems, which are favoured in Europe due to low market prices and increasing environmental concerns. The position will be based at UMR EGC INRA/INA-PG, laboratory specialised in C and N interactions at plant and crop level, at Grignon, located 40 km West of Paris. The appointee will spend short periods in INRA Genetics and Breeding units in Rennes and Clermont-Ferrand. Description: A population of di-haploid (DH) lines was produced from the cross between 'Arche' and 'Récital', two varieties contrasted for their tolerance in N deficiency. QTL for N stress reaction were detected in the field. A sample of the DH lines was also grown at low N level under controlled conditions. To find pertinent parameters to explain N response, a simplified conceptual plant model was used to analyse N absorption in relation to C assimilation. It appeared that the most variable model parameter was N uptake rate computed as the ratio between total plant N and cumulated root length. A QTL detection was carried out on state variables and on model parameters to identify interesting chromosomic regions. We were however not able to take into account the relation between root biomass and architecture that is known to be a major mechanism of adaptation to mineral deficiency. We propose to further investigate wheat N deficiency tolerance under controlled conditions. The appointee will adapt an Arabidopsis model on wheat to take into account the response of root architecture to the C and N environment of the plant. He/she will then test a population of DH lines in controlled conditions to perform a QTL detection on parameters of the model. He/she will validate the QTL and the model by predicting and testing the behaviour of allelic compositions. Qualifications and experience: Required: Ph. D. in plant or crop physiology Training in modelling, and in biometric analyses. Demonstrated ability to publish papers in refereed international journals. Preferred: Experience with QTL analysis will be appreciated. Terms: appointment for 12 months. Starting date: between 1st Jan and 1st April 2007. Salary: around 2100 €/month To apply: Send (e-mail is acceptable): 1) a letter of application discussing how the stated qualifications are met; 2) a detailed curriculum vitae; 3) a list of publications and 4) names and addresses (including phone and e-mail) of three current references, to: Anne Laperche, Science du Végétal, Agrocampus Rennes, 65, rue de Saint-brieuc - CS 84215, 35042 Rennes cedex. tél : (00 33) +2 23 48 56 84, fax : (00 33) +2 23 48 54 80, e-mail : Anne.Laperche@agrocampus-rennes.fr. Posted: 1/26/07.

Tree Physiology: A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the USDA Forest Service Canopy Processes research team based in Corvallis, Oregon. The candidate will participate in research on the physiology of forest trees. Examples of research topics being addressed by the team include biophysical and physiological constraints on extension growth with increasing tree height, integration of hydraulic and chemical signals in responses of upper canopy foliage to the belowground environment, and uptake and movement of water through trees in relation to size, species and changes in hydraulic architecture during stand development. Much of the team's research is done in collaboration with investigators at Oregon State University and other institutions. Although the position is based at the Forestry Sciences Laboratory on the OSU campus in Corvallis, field research is conducted mainly at the Wind River Canopy Crane Facility in southwestern Washington and at sites in the Oregon Cascade Mountains. A recent Ph.D. in plant physiology, ecophysiology or related field is required, and an interest in conducting and integrating research at multiple scales is highly desirable. Applicants must have well-developed organizational skills to handle complicated logistics of fieldwork in remote locations, and a demonstrated facility for teamwork and interaction. The position is available March 1, 2007, for a minimum of 13 months and maximum of 48 months and will be filled at the U.S. Government GS-11 level. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates should send their curriculum vitae including publication list and contact information for three references to Frederick Meinzer, USDA Forest Service, Forestry Sciences Laboratory, 3200 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR 97331; fmeinzer@fs.fed.us. Posted: 12/5/06.

[position filled] Forest Physiology: A postdoctoral position is available in the Environmental Sciences Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory for a physiological ecologist to participate in our free-air CO2 enrichment experiment and contribute to our terrestrial ecosystem research. The ideal candidate will have a strong base in forest ecosystem physiology, ecology, and biogeochemical cycling and familiarity with the issues of atmospheric and climatic change. A primary expectation will be to set up and maintain sap flow probes in the FACE experiment and interpret the data in terms of stand water-use responses to elevated CO2 and daily GPP. A familiarity with forest canopy process models is desired. There will be many additional opportunities to make use of existing data sets from this experiment or to make new measurements that are consistent with the overall project objectives and the interests and expertise of the candidate. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in terrestrial physiological ecology, preferably with a focus on temperate forests, and have experience in sap flow measurements and ecosystem modeling. Please submit by mail or email a letter of application and a CV along with name, address, e-mail and telephone number of three references to: Richard Norby (rjn@ornl.gov), Oak Ridge National Laboratory, 1 Bethel Valley Road, Bldg. 1062, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-6422. Please reference the position title and number (ORNL07-12-ESD) when corresponding about this position. The candidate should be available to start by March 1, 2007. We anticipate this to be a two-year position, dependent on continuing funding. This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postdoctoral Research Associates Program. Full position description (pdf). Posted: 11/30/06, revised: 12/4/06.

Evolutionary Plant Physiology: A postdoctoral position is available at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. The successful applicant will work in the Plant Evolutionary Genetics Lab of Dr. John McKay. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a PhD in Plant Physiology or Molecular Biology (or related field) and with the demonstrated ability to carry out outstanding research in Plant Genetics and Physiology. Preference will be given to candidates with experience with standard techniques in plant ecophysiology, plant molecular biology, and/or quantitative genetics. We also emphasize the ability to interact and work collaboratively with others including graduate and undergraduate researchers at CSU and our collaborators at UC Davis and UT Austin. This Postdoctoral position is part of an NSF-funded collaboration to explore the evolution of physiology in Arabidopsis thaliana. The goal of the project is to identify and physiologically characterize genes underlying naturally-occurring variation in drought adaptation using genome-wide molecular techniques and whole-plant physiology. The position is available 1 January 2007, but the start is flexible to some degree. Salary and benefits are competitive, and CSU is an excellent academic environment for the study of plant biology. Our lab group has excellent interactions with colleagues in plant physiology, ecology, evolutionary genetics and molecular biology. Please send a letter of interest and a C.V., and the names and contact information for three references as a pdf via e-mail to jkmckay@colostate.edu. Posted: 10/17/06.

Fish Physiology: The Department of Biological Sciences and the Institute of Applied Sciences at The University of North Texas has an opening for a postdoctoral research fellow in basic and applied fish physiology. Research will focus on cardiac output and hepatic flow in multiple fish species, as well as other parameters that influences the disposition of environmental contaminants in fish. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and a background in fisheries, physiology or a related discipline. Preference will be given to candidates with experience measuring cardiovascular parameters. This is a one year position, with the possibility of a second year contingent on funding. Start Date: June 2007. To Apply: Candidates should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum Vitae, and the contact information for 3 references to Dr. Duane Huggett at dbhuggett@unt.edu. Posted: 4/6/07.

Bird Physiology: Two-year NSF-funded postdoctoral position to study ontogeny of digestive physiology in altricial passerine birds. Besides whole-animal measures of digestive function, research will include optimizing measures of activity and expression (e.g., Western blots) of enzymes and transporters of the intestinal brush border membrane, and characterizing changes during postnatal development. PhD in biological sciences required and relevant experience in biochemical and molecular methods and animal handling highly desirable. Position available October 2006, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send (preferably by email) letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and names and email addresses of three references to: William H. Karasov, Department of Wildlife Ecology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706, wkarasov@wisc.edu. Posted: 8/15/06.

Ecology & Evolutionary Biology: The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto invites applications for Departmental Postdoctoral Fellowships in the areas of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, broadly defined. One position is available this year, and we expect that another will become available next year through an ongoing EEB Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program. Positions are for two years, subject to review after one year, and can begin as early as July 1, 2007. The salary is $40k Canadian per year, with research expenses covered by the Post-Doctoral Advisor. The Fellow will be a fully participating member in the Department. Candidates must identify and communicate with a potential advisor (or advisors) in advance of the application process. All full-time faculty members at the St. George (downtown) campus of the University of Toronto are eligible to serve as advisors (click here for a list of potential supervisors). Opportunities for teaching in an upper level course may be available. To apply, applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a short (1-2 page) description of research accomplishments, and a short (1-2 page) description of proposed research plans indicating potential faculty mentor(s), and copies of two publications. Applicants should include names and e-mail addresses for two potential referees. Applicants should also indicate the date they will be available to begin the position. All application materials must be submitted as PDF's in a single email to: Kitty Lam (klam@eeb.utoronto.ca). Queries about the EEB Post Doc fellowship program can be directed to Prof. John Stinchcombe (stinchcombe@eeb.utoronto.ca). Evaluation of Applications will begin on April 30, 2007. Posted: 3/19/07.

Plant Ecology: Postdoctoral Fellow, Iowa State University and Grassland, Soil and Water Research Laboratory (USDA-ARS), Temple, Texas. The Fellow will be based in Temple, Texas. Background - the Fellow will join a team on a NSF-funded project testing how species diversity and plant-plant interactions might differ between native and exotic grassland plant communities. Primary responsibilities are to conduct studies that compare species diversity and associated plant traits between native and exotic plant species. Day-to-day activities will include propagating plants in greenhouses, establishing field plots, conducting experimental irrigation treatments, sampling plant traits, estimating canopy light capture, species diversity, supervising undergraduate student helpers, analyzing data with appropriate statistical techniques, and preparing manuscripts. The Fellow will also be expected to develop independent projects in his/her area of expertise. Research facilities and local field sites include greenhouses with CO2 control for global change studies, and intact native and exotic-dominated grasslands and savannahs. Qualifications - a completed Ph.D. in Ecology or a related field by May 2007, experience and interest in plant community sampling, interest in conducting field studies, experience with statistical analyses, and experience in publishing manuscripts. Salary - $ 33k per year plus ISU benefits. Application procedure - send a cover letter, a CV, 1-2 preprints or reprints, and a list of at least two references to Brian Wilsey (bwilsey@iastate.edu), Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology, 253 Bessey Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. Review of applications will continue through March 1, 2007 (or until position is filled). Posted: 12/19/06, revised: 1/4/07, 1/25/07.

Ecological Analysis and Synthesis: The National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for Postdoctoral Associates. NCEAS promotes the analysis and synthesis of scientific data to address important ecological questions. Applications are open to all areas of inquiry, with interdisciplinary projects ranging across the sciences and into many allied disciplines such as economics, education and the sociology of information. Postdoctoral appointments offer an unusual opportunity with the advantages of both independence and collaboration with working groups, including scores of researchers in diverse fields. Since 1995, NCEAS has hosted 3500 individuals and supported 370 projects that have yielded more than 1000 scientific articles. The Center’s work is based on the use of existing data and information and does not support field or laboratory research. Associates are appointed for up to two years with a third year possible. Associates receive a salary of approximately $42k plus benefits, a discretionary fund, mentoring funds, and access to all Center and UCSB facilities. Recruitment deadlines are twice a year, in January and July. Next target date: January 15, 2007. For additional information and application instructions, go to http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/opportunity or contact the Center: Telephone: (805) 892-2500, Fax: (805) 892-2510, Email: proposal@nceas.ucsb.edu. Posted: 11/14/06.

Carbon in Tropical Forests and Climate Change:  The Center for Tropical Forest Science (CTFS) is a network of large-scale tropical forest research sites designed to address a broad array of questions concerning the biology and dynamics of tropical forests at a global scale.  CTFS is based at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in the Republic of Panama. CTFS is currently expanding its core science program to better address critical questions in the science of tropical forests. The Carbon and Climate Change Initiative builds on the unparalleled global forest monitoring program of CTFS to investigate the role of tropical forests in the global carbon cycle.  The Research Fellow for the Carbon and Climate Change Initiative will work with CTFS scientists to implement this scientific program. The successful candidate will be expected to catalyze research activities focused on carbon across CTFS sites; to assist in initiating and maintaining new studies monitoring annual tree growth, litterfall, coarse woody debris, and soil carbon; and to develop his/her own research program associated with the CTFS Carbon and Climate Change Initiative. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in ecology or related subject, the ability to work with colleagues from other disciplines and cultures, and a proven track record in publishing and developing research programs. Send CV and names of three references to: Center for Tropical Forest Science, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002-0948, USA. Adriana Sautu (sautua@si.edu).  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted: 6/25/07.

Plant-Soil Dynamics in Tropical Forests: Post-Doctoral Research Associate position to participate in a collaborative research program that focuses on understanding the ecosystem-level processes of plant-soil interactions in tropical forests. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation in plant ecology and ecosystem ecology and will be able to analyze soil nutrient, water, and microbial community dynamics, as well as the ability to conduct field work under various conditions in tropical forests. A Ph.D. in ecology is preferred, but we will consider a M.S. level candidate with expertise in plant-soil interactions. This is a two-year position starting on August 15, 2007; however, the start date could be pushed back as late as January 1, 2008 if desired. Initial appointment will be for one year with a renewal for a second year based upon satisfactory performance. The candidate will be employed by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and will be stationed at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. For more information, please contact Dr. Stefan Schnitzer (schnitze@uwm.edu). To apply, send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references to Stefan Schnitzer at schnitze@uwm.edu. Review of applications will begin June 15, 2007 and we will continue to accept and review applications until the position is filled. Posted: 4/30/07.

Tropical Successional Vegetation Dynamics: A postdoctoral position is available to work with an international team of tropical plant ecologists on a comparative study of long-term vegetation dynamics during secondary succession in rain forest areas of Mexico, Costa Rica, and Brazil. Project investigators work in NE Costa Rica (Robin Chazdon, Bryan Finegan), Chiapas, Mexico (Miguel Martinez-Ramos, Frans Bongers), and Manaus, Brazil (Rita Mesquita, Bruce Williamson). The postdoctoral position is guaranteed funding for two years through an NSF grant to the University of Connecticut. The postdoctoral associate will be directly supervised by principal investigator Robin Chazdon, but will work with all project investigators. The major duties of the postdoctoral associate are to: 1) implement standardized vegetation monitoring methodology in three study areas 2) coordinate field monitoring with local research assistants, visiting each site on a yearly basis 3) incorporate vegetation sampling data into a single, combined relational database from the three study areas 4) assemble detailed metadata for each study plot and study area 5) collaborate with project investigators on data analysis and comparative studies 6) initiate own line of research in collaboration with project investigators Requirements: A Ph.D. degree in ecology, forestry, or related field, research experience in tropical forests, and proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese. Start date is flexible, but preferably before 1 January 2008. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Application materials: Detailed CV, reprints of publications, statement of research interest (1-2 pages), and names and contact information for 3 references. Please send application materials or requests for further information to: Dr. Robin L. Chazdon Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology 75 North Eagleville Road, Unit 3043, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-3043 USA. Phone: 860-486-4057 Fax: 860-486-6364 e-mail: chazdon@uconn.edu. Posted: 4/6/07.

Biodiversity in Shade Coffee Agriculture: A one year postdoctoral position is available at the Botany department, Stockholm University. The successful candidate will work with bird diversity and the role of birds as seed vectors for tree and shrub regeneration in forest fragments and shade coffee systems in SW Ethiopia. The montane rainforests of south-western Ethiopia have experienced a high level of fragmentations due to clearings for agriculture during the past century. The remaining forests are also more or less disturbed and utilized by the local rural population in the area. Products from the forests such as wild coffee and different spices are collected and their growth and density is promoted within the forests. The knowledge of the biodiversity in these last remnants of Ethiopian montane rainforests is very poor as well as the knowledge of the ecological effects of different levels of human management (including e.g. fragmentation, disturbance and coffee harvesting). There is an urgent need to develop strategies that combine conservation and restoration of indigenous biodiversity with sustainable use of the forest resources, which is the context in which this research project should be viewed. The project is a collaboration project with Department of Biology, Addis Abeba University. Please contact Dr. Kristoffer Hylander (tel. +46 (0)8 164899, e-mail: kristoffer.hylander@botan.su.se) for further information as soon as possible. Posted: 1/17/07.

Tropical Tree Functional Diversity: two-year postdoctoral position studying tropical tree functional traits and species diversity, based in Kourou, French Guiana. The successful candidate will contribute to the French-funded ANR BRIDGE project, which seeks to test theories of species coexistence by integrating databases on tree distributions, molecular phylogenetics and plant functional traits. Duties will include participation in data collection, statistical analyses and manuscript preparation. Opportunities to develop independent research projects using data generated by the project are encouraged. Qualifications: A PhD in plant community ecology or a related field, demonstrated interest in the broader questions in evolutionary ecology and tropical plant biodiversity studies, a proven publication record, and strong motivation. Research experience in plant trait measurement, phylogenetic analyses and statistical modelling are desirable. The starting date is negotiable between September 1, 2007 and February 1, 2008. To Apply: Please send a single PDF file containing letter of application with statement of interest, CV and two letters of reference to Chris Baraloto (baraloto@botany.ufl.edu), with cc to Jerome Chave (chave@cict.fr). Posted: 4/13/07.

Phylogeny and Tropical Ecology: The Bridge project (funded by the French Research Council ANR, 2007-2009) offers one post-doctoral position for 16 months based in Toulouse, France. Essentials: You will hold a PhD in molecular phylogenetics or related fields with a proven expertise in molecular systematics techniques (DNA extractions & sequencing), preferably in plants. You will demonstrate interest in the broader questions in evolutionary ecology and tropical plant biodiversity studies. You will have a proven publication record and strong motivation. Job duties: As part of the Bridge project, you will be responsible for developing a phylogenetic hypothesis for all genera of angiosperm trees occurring in French Guiana, a French overseas department. There is an estimate of 380 tree genera in this 88,240 sq.km area of Eastern South America. In collaboration with our partners at the Herbier de Guyane (Cayenne, French Guiana Drs Christopher Baraloto, Jean-Jacques de Granville), and at the Royal Botanic Gardens (Kew, United Kingdom; Dr Vincent Savolainen), you will collect herbarium or field specimen of selected species in the genera, will produce DNA sequences of selected plastid regions (rbcL, matK), and will construct a genus-level phylogenetic hypothesis for the tree flora of French Guiana. This will be the first direct attempt to create a robust phylogenetic hypothesis at the genus level for all tree species of a tropical forest area, and will serve as a basis for the analysis of the evolution of plant traits, to which the Research Associate will contribute actively. This research will involve one trip (possibly two) to French Guiana and to the United Kingdom (KEW). Duration: 16 months Monthly salary (net): 1871 euros Starting date: ideally, May 1st, 2007 References requested (send as a single PDF file): CV + lettre of motivation + two supporting letters. Deadline: February 1st, 2007 To be sent to: Jerome Chave by email (chave@cict.fr) with cc to Vincent Savolainen (V.Savolainen@kew.org), and to Christopher Baraloto (baraloto@botany.ufl.edu). Laboratoire Evolution et Diversité Biologique, UMR 5174 (CNRS/UPS), Universite Paul Sabatier, Toulouse III, Batiment 4R3, F31062 Toulouse, France. Posted: 1/4/07.

Diversification of Plant Lineages within Habitats: Position is given for one year, renewable, without problems, for one year. Available from the beginning of next year, latest early spring. The major hypothesis for the project is that habitat types drive evolutionary diversification of plant lineages. Most evolutionary biologists have a hierarchical view of local species communities: Communities are assembled from a regional pool of already-evolved species via a habitat filter acting on already-evolved traits. In our project we will explore the opposite view: whether and how the ecological conditions within different types of habitats may affect the pattern and pace of evolutionary diversification of phylogenetic lineages across geological time scales. We particularly account for effects of habitats on genetic variation, divisions of gene pools, and local persistence of genetic isolates. We are especially interested in effects mediated by genomic and life history traits of the species. This research will allow us to explore how mechanisms of diversification depend on the ecological context. The major methodological approach is the analysis of databases on the phylogeny, habitat use, co-existence and life history of central European plant species, in order to reconstruct ancestral habitats, traits and how they triggered the pace and pattern of evolution. We aim for collecting additional information on the genome size of species, a still under- recorded trait linked to both environment and diversification. Eligible are holders of a PHD except French citizens. Characters of the ideal candidate (declining from essential to preferred): - competencies in using phylogenies as a tool to study for instance the role of species traits or environments on the evolution of lineages (not to be confused with phylogeny reconstruction or with phylogenetically independent comparative analyses) - competencies in the analysis of patterns in phylogenetic trees (e.g. diversification rates, directional evolution of traits, character reconstruction, randomness/symmetry/asymmetry in branching patterns) - strong publication record - programming capabilities for instance for null modeling - willingness to do field work such as sampling plant species for genome size investigation (done by an external lab), but also to spend lots of time on data base mining and statistical modelling - general knowledge of habitat types and their vegetation, of Angiosperm phylogeny, of palaeo-environments throughout the evolution of Angiosperms, and of Angiosperm life history - strong overall statistical skills -ability to work independently; contribute to discussion on research of others; respect (for most of the time) the constraints of a general theme predefined by a research proposal. The host institution is the Research Unit “Ecosystems, Biodiversity, Evolution”, co-funded by University of Rennes 1 and Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, harboring 58 researchers and teachers. Several further research institutions in ecology and evolutionary biology exist at Rennes. Our Research Group within the Research Units works among others on phylogenetic community assembly, diversification of plant phenotypes along climatic gradients, and the diversity of arthropods in tree canopies. Salary: Minimum 2200 Euros gross per month. Work permits are granted for scientists of any nationality, and even for spouses. Please send applications (including CV, publication list, statement of research interest, and major publications) or further questions by email to: Andreas Prinzing, andreas.prinzing@univ-rennes1.fr; Université de Rennes 1; Unité Mixte de Recherche CNRS 6553 « Ecobio » : Ecosystèmes - Biodiversité – Evolution ; Campus de Beaulieu, Bâtiment 14A ; 35042 Rennes Cedex, France. Review of applications will start on 28 January and continue until the position is filled. Posted: 12/19/06, revised: 1/11/07.

Comparative Analyses of Plant Functional Traits: Post Doctoral Position Available at the Centre d'Ecologie Fonctionnelle et Evolutive (Montpellier, France) The comparative approach seeks to establish fundamental rules which explain trait variation at the individual, population and species levels (Duarte 1999), with a particular emphasis on invariants (Charnov 1993; Niklas 1994) and/or trade-offs and constraints which determine organism function (Rees 1993; Wright et al. 2004). This approach allows for a more rigorous extrapolation and prediction of response or the identification of properties of poorly known entities. The objective here is to feed and synthesize information in existing data bases of plant functional traits in order to conduct comparative analyses at the species/population levels to assess general mechanisms. Trait variation corresponding to major functions will be explored in relation with two principal determinants of species distributions, i.e. disturbance regimes and resource availability. This approach will lead to a more precise predictive capacity of species replacement along environmental gradients. Phylogenetic information will be incorporated to integrate the fact that trait values may be closely dependent on phylogenetic history, i.e. to disentangle trait variations associated with a common evolutionary history from those that represent cases of convergent evolution (Silvertown & Dodd 1997, Moles et al. 2005). The work will benefit from the wide-ranging conceptual and methodological experience of the research group on the theme of plant functional traits (Lavorel & Garnier 2002; Cornelissen et al. 2003; Garnier et al. 2004; Wright et al. 2004), the insertion of data from several long-term projects, and the availability of trait data bases to be completed. The project is part of the French funded ANR programme on "Human activities: the dynamics and conservation of Mediterranean biodiversity", coordinated at CEFE. Requirements: Candidates should hold a PhD in Plant Ecology. Research experience in plant trait and phylogenetic analyses, statistical modelling and data-basing will be considered as advantages. Applications should include a full CV, a list of publications, an outline of research interests and the names of two academic referees. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Start/Duration: The position will be open in January 2007. Duration of appointment: 18 months. Annual salary: 25,500 Euros Applicants should contact: Eric Garnier, C.N.R.S., Centre d'Ecologie Fonctionnelle et Evolutive (U.M.R. 5175), 1919 route de Mende, 34293 Montpellier Cedex 5, France. Tel. : (+) 33 4 67 61 32 42, E-mail: eric.garnier@cefe.cnrs.fr. Posted: 12/1/06.

Plant Biology: Mercer and Putnam Research Fellowships. The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University and the Harvard University Herbaria invite applications for two year research fellowships in evolutionary biology, biogeography, systematics, development, ecology, genetics, and physiology. Fellows are expected to pursue independent research projects, but must be sponsored by a research scientist or faculty member based at the Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University Herbaria, or Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. The stipend is $40k per annum plus benefits, with up to $12k additional funds available for research expenses. Putnam Fellowships are preferentially awarded for research using the living collections of the Arnold Arboretum. Mercer Fellowships are awarded for research on vascular plants. Farlow Fellowships are awarded for research on non-vascular plants and fungi. Applications should contain: curriculum vitae; research proposal (l8 single-spaced pages with 12-point font and 1-inch margins including a research budget); relevance of research to applicant's career goals; letter of support from the Harvard sponsor(s); and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to: Dr. Robert Cook, Director, Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Please visit the Arnold Arboretum and Plant Biology Initiative websites for further information. Posted: 10/18/06.

Plant Ecology: The University of Kwazulu-Natal Forest Biodiversity Research Unit is recruiting a postdoctoral scientist to contribute to a study of regeneration dynamics in coastal dune forests. The project will investigate the reproductive biology of a dominant understorey shrub, Isoglossa woodii, and seek to determine the evolutionary and ecological advantages of monocarpy in this species. Applicants must be familiar with techniques in cross-pollination, measuring seed set, and quantifying pre- and post-dispersal seed predation. There will also be opportunities to develop independent research projects exploring other aspects of the dynamic and chronically stressed coastal dune forest ecosystem. A Ph.D in ecology, plant biology, or equivalent is required. The expected length of the appointment is one year, commencing in January 2007. The position will be funded at a rate of R100,000 (approx. US$14k) per annum, which is enough for an individual or small family to live comfortably in South Africa. To apply send a current CV, copies of relevant publications, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information for two references by email to Prof. Mike Lawes. Applications must be received by 31 October 2006. Prof. Mike Lawes, Forest Biodiversity Research Unit, School of Biological and Conservation Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, 3209, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Telephone +27 33 260 5443, Facsimile +27 33 260 5105, Email: Lawes@ukzn.ac.za. Posted: 9/21/06.

Plant-Insect Interactions:  1-yr USDA funded position, with possibility of 1-yr renewal, to study “Herbivore-induced changes in carbon and nitrogen transport dynamics and partitioning.”  Requirements: Ph.D., experience in plant-herbivore interactions and a willingness to work with radioisotopes.  Send letter of interest, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Colin Orians, 120 Dana Building, Department of Biology, Tufts University, Medford, MA  02155 by July 15.  Phone: (617) 627-3543; Fax: (617) 627-3805; Email: colin.orians@tufts.edu. Posted: 6/8/07.

Ecology of Plant-Insect Interactions: We seek a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to participate in an NSF-sponsored interdisciplinary collaborative research project on the ecological, chemical, and genetic determinants of herbivory in Lindera benzoin at Muhlenberg College. The associate will have the opportunity to develop independent research projects related to the overall project mission, mentor undergraduate research students, and collaborate with faculty in Biology, Chemistry, and Math and Computer Science. There is also a possibility (but not a requirement) to develop and offer an undergraduate course related to the particular interests of the candidate. A well-trained experimental ecologist with interests in plant-insect interactions and who may be considering a research/teaching career at an undergraduate liberal arts institution is the ideal candidate. In addition to developing independent ecological research projects, the Post-Doc will have opportunities to use or develop expertise in analytical chemistry and/or molecular genetic techniques that may include GC-MS, HPLC, and microsatellite analysis. We offer an annual salary of $42k and competitive benefits. This position begins in the summer of 2007, and may be renewed for an additional year depending on continued funding and performance. The Biology and Chemistry Departments offer outstanding facilities for research including: greenhouse and protected field sites; plant growth chambers; SEM and TEM, automated DNA sequencing; GIS, GPS, and remote sensing facilities; PCR; CHN analyzer; HPLC; GC-MS and Field Gas Chromatography all in our newly completed interdisciplinary science center. Review of applications will begin on February 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct any questions and/or applications including: 1) cover letter indicating general expertise and interest in the position; 2) Current CV, 3) statement of research interests and experience including a description of specific skills; and 4) the names and contact information of at least 3 academic references either in the mail or as separate email attachments to: Rich Niesenbaum, Biology Department, Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA 18104-5586. niesenba@muhlenberg.edu, Tel. 484-664-3258, Fax. 484-664-3002. Posted: 1/17/07.

Plant-Herbivore Ecology: A postdoctoral position is offered in conjunction with secured funding from the National Science Foundation to work in the laboratory of Dr. Robert Marquis (Department of Biology, University of Missouri-St. Louis). The project focuses on determining the contribution of plant traits to the impact of leaf-tying caterpillars on the arthropod fauna of eight Missouri oak (Quercus) species. The information gained will be used to predict the conditions under which positive interactions amongst herbivores occur, affecting their mutual abundance, as well as the abundances of arthropods of other trophic levels, and plant growth and reproduction. Funding is available for two years, contingent on satisfactory performance. Applicants should be able to begin the position no later than March 1, 2007, and should have experience in field ecology and plant anti- herbivore chemistry. A Ph.D. in ecology, entomology, or forestry is required. Base for the position is the Department of Biology. Application review will begin on December 15, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send electronically a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three persons to serve as references to: Robert Marquis (robert_marquis@umsl.edu), Dept. Biology, University of Missouri-St. Louis, One University Boulevard, St. Louis, MO, 63121-4499. Posted: 10/31/06.

Parasite Interactions: A postdoctoral research fellow is required to initiate an 18 month ‘Proof of Concept' study to investigate the interactions between pathogenic bacteria and nematode worms, both commonly found co-occurring in the soil. The research fellow will join a multidisciplinary team of microbiologists, disease ecologists and molecular biologists at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UK), The Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics (CIDD), Penn State University USA and The School of Veterinary Science, University of Bristol (UK). For further details and to apply for this job please follow this link. Closing date: June 15th. Informal enquires can be made to Sarah Perkins, via email: sep18@psu.edu. Posted: 6/4/07.

Parasitoid-Caterpillar Interactions: A postdoctoral position is available to conduct research on the role of sequestered plant secondary metabolites in parasitoid-caterpillar interactions. This project is a collaboration of Bowers (University of Colorado), Dyer (Tulane University), and Gentry (Tulane University). It will address 2 general questions: 1) Are sequestered plant allelochemicals beneficial or detrimental to parasitoids? 2) Does the amount of chemical sequestered matter to parasitoids? Expertise in working with parasitoids (especially tachinids and braconids) and caterpillars and some knowledge of analytical chemistry are required. The successful candidate will be based in Boulder and will collaborate with the labs at both Tulane and CU Boulder, will help coordinate the planned experiments, and is expected and encouraged to develop independent research related to the main project. Applicants should have a PhD degree in a relevant discipline, and research experience and knowledge of parasitoid biology (including maintaining a colony), insect ecology, and chemical ecology. Travel between Boulder and Tulane, as well as travel in the field are part of the position. The ability to work well with others, effective management skills, and the ability to communicate well are also required. For additional information please email or call Deane Bowers (deane.bowers@colorado.edu; 303-492-5530). The review of applications will begin January 1, 2007 and will continue until a suitable person is found. The starting date is March 15. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with continuation for a second year contingent on satisfactory performance. The starting salary will be approximately $30k plus benefits. Applicants please mail or email a curriculum vitae, a description of research interests, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Deane Bowers, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, 334 UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder CO 80309 (deane.bowers@colorado.edu). Posted: 11/15/06.

Insect Community Ecology/Tritrophic Interactions: A position is available for a postdoctoral research associate to conduct research on tritrophic interactions from an insect community perspective. The primary objective is to test the working hypothesis that the indirect effects of the glandular trichomes of Datura wrightii on the natural enemies of D. wrightii’s herbivores oppose the direct effects of the trichomes on those herbivores. These indirect effects may constrain the increase in the frequency of plants with glandular trichomes in natural populations. The successful candidate will study the community of herbivores and their natural enemies on plants with glandular and nonglandular trichomes at several nearby field locations and quantify the effect of those herbivores and natural enemies on plant fitness. The successful candidate will participate in planned experiments and will be expected to develop related, independent projects within the Datura system. Applicants must have a PhD. degree before hiring in a relevant discipline, and research experience and knowledge in insect community ecology, the design and analysis of field experiments, insect identification and a genuine interest in the evolution of tritrophic interactions. Excellent oral and verbal communication skills are also required. The review of applications will begin December 15, 2006 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The starting date is negotiable but must be before March 15, 2007. The initial appointment will be for one year with continuation through December, 2008 contingent upon satisfactory performance. The starting salary will be $32,304 per year. Health insurance and other benefits are provided. To apply, send a curriculum vitae, relevant reprints or manuscripts in press, a description of research interests within the Datura system, and the names and e-mail and postal addresses of three references to: Dr. J. Daniel Hare, Department of Entomology, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521. Daniel.hare@ucr.edu. On-line applications also will be accepted. Posted: 10/20/06.

Pollination Ecology: The University of Hawaii at Mânoa is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Ecology to begin January 1, 2007 and continue for two years. The successful candidate will work with a team in the Ecosystem Responses to Environmental Change (EREC) focal area within the University’s current NSF EPSCoR grant "Collaborative Research for Ecology, Evolution and Cyber-infrastructure." Pollination webs will be used to address fundamental ecological questions concerning community structure and function across a wide range of Hawaiian ecosystems. Research questions may address the nature of interactions between native and alien species in pollination webs, or variation in pollination webs across gradients of disturbance, ecosystem age, or climate. The successful candidate will work within a team to refine methods and protocols for investigating pollination webs, to develop specific research questions, and to conduct field studies. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in an appropriate field, from an accredited university. Excellent communication skills. Field research experience. Desirable Qualifications: Previous experience in population or community ecology research. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Ability to work in remote and physically-demanding environments. A demonstrated record of research publication. Active interest in research questions relevant to ecology and conservation on islands. Please send CV, contact information of three references, and a cover letter with a statement of research interests to Don Drake (dondrake@hawaii.edu). Review of applications will begin October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send application package electronically as a single file with the file name format of: yournamePOLLIWEBpostdoc.doc (or *.pdf). More information about the EPSCoR pollination webs project. Posted: 9/13/06.

Plant Ecology: I have two openings in my lab at the University of Nevada, Reno: a post-doctoral researcher (PhD required) and a research technician position. The main project for both positions is to conduct restoration trials with native species in former agricultural lands. This project is part of a large, multi-disciplinary, multi-investigator project at UNR and the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This work is ongoing, and the ideal start date for both positions is as soon as possible. Post-Doctoral Position: I am looking for a plant population biologist interested in genetic issues in restoration. In addition to the primary restoration experiments, I am looking for someone to take part in ongoing projects in my lab, and develop new experiments and proposals based on our mutual interests. My research includes work on the population biology of native and invasive Great Basin species, rapid evolution of adaptive traits, and basic questions involving plant-herbivore interactions. The applicant could have interests in ecological genetics (in field and common garden settings) or molecular lab techniques, though a motivated individual with a variety of interests in plant ecology would also fit in well. Postdoc salary is 35k-40k + benefits, for 18 months, with possibilities for extension. Tecnician Postion: This position will have many of the same elements described above, and will work closely with the post-doc. A PhD is not required. Technician salary is 25k-30k, + benefits, for 18 months. Please send a CV, short email summarizing your background, current research interests, preferred start date, and email address of three professional references to Elizabeth Legere (leger@cabnr.unr.edu). Posted: 3/19/07.

Plant Ecology: I am seeking a post-doc to conduct research on the persistence of plant populations under climate change in semiarid ecosystems. The project involves both population modeling based on unique, historical datasets and experimental manipulations of rainfall. The successful applicant will have considerable freedom to develop a research focus within the outlines of this project, or on related topics such as shifts in plant species ranges. This is a one year position funded by NSF, with a salary of $34k and a generous benefits package. Although there is a possibility of extending the position a second year, the successful applicant should plan on working with me to develop proposals for additional funding. Utah State University is a wonderful place to work thanks to its proximity to desert, steppe, and montane habitats, the large ecology program, a very low cost of living, and quick access to world class outdoor recreation. To apply, please email me a CV, a statement of research interests, and contact information for three references. Peter Adler, Dept. Wildland Resources, 5230 Old Main Hill, Utah State University, Logan, UT 84322. peter.adler@usu.edu. Posted: 9/12/06.

Ecology and Management of Crop Pests: Research Leader: Ecologist/Entomologist/Plant Physiologist/Plant Pathologist/Biologist GS-14 $89,115-115,848; GS-15 $104,826-136,273) An exciting opportunity exists to lead USDA-ARS Pest Management Research Unit at Sidney, MT. Current research in the unit focuses on developing ecologically based strategies for the management of invasive plant species and insect pests of rangeland and crops. Major research areas involve the ecology and biocontrol of invasive weeds, grasshopper and Mormon cricket ecology and management, and crop insect pest management. The ideal candidate will be a highly qualified individual with an established record of experience in one of the following disciplines: Ecology, Entomology, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology or General Biology. The successful applicant will conduct fundamental and applied research and provide leadership and oversight of a scientific staff. This position provides leadership for interdisciplinary teams and collaborative partnerships to facilitate research and technology transfer. Applicants must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to guide research programs and provide leadership. This is a permanent, full-time position and applicants must be U.S. citizens. For application information and procedures, you may call Jan Jones (970) 492-7002. A full copy of the job announcement is available on ARS website or on usajobs (Announcement # ARS-X7W-0188). Applications must be postmarked by May 25, 2007. Posted: 4/5/07.

Climate Change and Distribution/Diversity of Ants: One postdoctoral position will be available beginning June 2007 to work on collaborative project with Rob Dunn at North Carolina State University and Nathan Sanders at the University of Tennessee. The project examines patterns of ant diversity in eastern North America in space and time by drawing on an existing database of ant distribution, coupled with work in museum collections and resampling of historical study sites. Many additional research opportunities exist. Room exists for the postdoc to add to the project or simply to expand the project to emphasize his/her strengths and for strong collaborations with a second postdoc starting simultaneously and focusing on aspects of ant responses to urbanization and associated environmental changes (see separate advertisement below). The successful candidate will interact with two additional postdocs in the Dunn lab, two additional postdocs in the broader group and a total of ten students working broadly in conservation, ecology and biogeography, particularly of insects. The position is based in the NCSU Department of Zoology, a large interdisciplinary department with strong links to the research in the Genetics, Entomology and Forestry departments and also to researchers at neighboring Duke and UNC. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Ecology, Biogeography or Evolution is required, as is research experience that includes (ideally all of the above) museum work, field sampling for ants or insects more generally or analysis of spatial data and strong quantitative skills. CV should indicate evidence of strong scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and grant applications. A valid drivers license is required. NC Driver's license required within 60 days of hire. Application: Applicants must apply online. See http://jobs.ncsu.edu (position # 01-16-0703, see also position # 01-07-0702) for instructions and required documentation. A CV, statement of research interests and contact information for three references are required. Proper documentation of identity and employability will be required before the hiring process can be finalized. Contact: Rob Dunn, Rob_Dunn@ncsu.edu. Applications must be submitted by 5/10/2007. We would ideally like to hire by 6/1/07 such that fieldwork can begin this summer. Posted: 4/13/07.

Ecology and Evolution of Urban Ants: A postdoctoral research position is available at North Carolina State University in the lab of Jules Silverman (Entomology) on a collaborative project with Rob Dunn (Zoology) to understand the behavioral, life history and evolutionary shifts associated with the transition of native species into urban pests. The project has an applied component (understanding pests), but fits well within a broader ecological and evolutionary framework. The project could involve a mix of experimental, observational, genetic and other tools, depending on the interests of the successful applicant. The successful applicant will interact with a broad group of students, postdocs and faculty in the departments of Entomology and Zoology working in urban ecology, conservation, macroecology and biogeography. The position is based in the department of Entomology, a large interdisciplinary department with strong links to the research in the Zoology, Genetics, and Forestry departments and Keck Behavioral Biology progam as well as to researchers at neighboring Duke and UNC. Fieldwork would most likely be in the Raleigh area. The position is available immediately and will last for two years with a possible one-year extension depending on the availability of funds. Qualifications: Ph.D. in a biological science, e.g. Entomology, Zoology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Behavioral Biology. Research experience with social insects, particularly ants, preferred but not required. Application: Applicants must apply online. See http://jobs.ncsu.edu (position # 01-07-0702) for instructions and required documentation. A CV, statement of research interests and contact information for three references are required. Proper documentation of identity and employability will be required before the hiring process can be finalized. Contact: Jules Silverman jules_silverman@ncsu.edu 919-513-2468. Posted: 3/29/07.

Research Entomologist, Invasive Species: The USDA-ARS Beneficial Insects Introduction Research Unit in Newark, DE is seeking highly qualified candidates for a permanent full-time research entomologist position. GS-12/13/14 Salary Range of $66,914 to $122,235 USD per annum plus benefits. This position affords the opportunity to: * Develop a Research Program on the Emerald Ash Borer and other invasive species. * Advance the development of Invasive Species Management, an applied branch of ecology in which problems are solved using field and laboratory techniques, particularly biological control. * Advance the field of Ecology and Evolution of Invasive Insect Pests. * Work collaboratively with scientific, public and private institutions nationally and internationally while located at the University of Delaware main campus in Newark, DE, with access to excellent research facilities. * Live in close proximity to scientific, cultural and historical centers, including Washington D.C., New York City and Philadelphia as well as the picturesque Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic Ocean and Appalachian Mountains. To apply, print a copy of vacancy announcement ARS-X7E-0084 from USAJOBS, and follow the application directions provided. U.S. citizenship is required. Ph.D. in entomology or ecology is desired. To have a printed copy mailed or for further information, call Barbara Schneider at 302-731-7330 ext. 222, or e-mail barbara.schneider@ars.usda.gov. Announcement Closes: March 23, 2007. Posted: 3/1/07.

Invasive Species Ecology, Policy, Management: A position is available for a postdoctoral associate to conduct research on the ecology, management and policy implications of invasive species in the Great Lakes region, with a primary focus on Michigan. The successful candidate will oversee a newly established database of non-indigenous biota of Michigan and coordinate research, grant-writing and outreach activities as part of a multidisciplinary Invasive Species Initiative at Michigan State University. Applicants from all related disciplines are invited and persons with expertise in modeling or quantitative approaches are especially encouraged to apply. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with researchers across a variety of disciplines is required. The successful candidate will work both as part of a multidisciplinary group, and with a mentor who has parallel research interests. Applicants must have a PhD before hiring. Starting salary will be $36k plus benefits and the initial appointment will be for 18 months. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2006, and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Preferred starting date is early 2007. To apply, send statement of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to: Dr. Doug Landis, 204 Center for Integrated Plant Systems, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824. landisd@msu.edu, (517) 353-1829. Posted: 10/17/06.

Ecology of Invasive Plants: CSIRO Entomology, Brisbane, Australia. Post Doctoral Fellow. AUS$63-69k per annum + Superannuation. Interested in developing and applying invasion ecology theory? Detailed field ecological research has been systematically conducted across rangeland Australia since 1999 on two highly invasive shrubs, mesquite and parkinsonia, resulting in one of the most comprehensive data sets of its kind for invasive plants. This position will be responsible for using the ecological data sets to test ecological theory, especially relating to plant invasions, and for developing recommendations for management. Work will be conducted within the context of a larger collaborative effort involving landscape ecologists (including Dr Clive McAlpine) and a population ecologist (Dr Yvonne Buckley) from the University of Queensland, and ecologists from CSIRO and state departments. This position is for a term of 17 months. Applications close 18 May 2007. Ref. No: 2007/363. For selection documentation and details on how to apply visit www.csiro.au/careers. Posted: 4/23/07.

Ecology of Invasive Plants: We are seeking a motivated Post Doctoral Fellow to be based in the Agricultural Landscapes Program in CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems in Brisbane, to research the ecology of invasive plants. To explore how interactions between propagule pressure, species traits and properties of the invaded ecosystem combine to determine invasibility and impact of the invader, an integrated theoretical framework is required. The post-doc will develop and use novel models of ecosystem function and impact combined with data from the literature to explore: • how plant invasions affect ecosystem function • how changes in ecosystem function determine positive and/or negative economic, social and conservation impacts of the invader • how this information can be used to prioritise management of invaders and sensitive habitats. The post-doc will also be an active member of the Spatial Ecology Lab at the University of Queensland. The position is for 3 years and for selection documentation and details on how to apply, visit www.csiro.au/careers (job reference number 2006/1292) or alternatively contact 1300 301 509. For informal enquiries contact Yvonne Buckley y.buckley@uq.edu.au OR Yvonne.Buckley@csiro.au. Posted: 10/9/06.

Remote Sensing and Invasive Plants: Michigan State University is recruiting a postdoctoral scientist for a landscape-scale, interdisciplinary study of invasive weedy species in California rangelands. The project will use remote sensing and field studies to examine how environmental and management factors—including rotational grazing and prescribed burning--interact over short and long-term time scales to increase rangeland susceptibility to invasive weeds. Particular attention will be focused on relationships between the timing of water and nitrogen availability and the temporal dynamics of weed invasion and emergence of monoculture weed patches. The postdoctoral scientist will be responsible for analyzing invasive species distributions across a California watershed using multi-temporal classification of imagery from multiple platforms. S/he will evaluate and enhance remote sensing algorithms; oversee ground-truthing and soil moisture measurements in the field; analyze invasive species distribution and dynamics as a function of environmental and management factors; and contribute to publications and outreach efforts. The project is an integrated effort that will be carried out by a collaborative team of scientists and ranchers. The postdoctoral scientist will work directly in collaboration with Carolyn Malmstrom (MSU, landscape dynamics, disturbance ecology), Kevin Rice (UC Davis, population dynamics, soil moisture studies), Valerie Eviner (UC Davis, plant-soil dynamics), and with representatives from local ranches and non-profit conservation organizations. The project is seeking a scientist who is skilled with remote sensing and spatial analyses in a computing environment, and who has related experience with ground-truthing in the field. Analytical software used includes ESRI ArcGIS, Arc GRID, Access database, ERDAS Imagine and RSI ENVI. The position is based at the MSU Department