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Anole Assistants Announced
Lawrence, Kansas - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
28 March 2008
FIELD HERPETOLOGISTS NEEDED TO ASSIST IN THE STUDY OF ANOLINE FOOD WEB INTERACTIONS
Dates: 12 May – 18 July 2008
Location: Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Florida
Description of work: Two field assistants are needed for a study comparing the food web interactions of native and exotic lizards of the genus Anolis in Florida. Fieldwork will involve capturing anoles and arthropod prey species and monitoring their interactions in field enclosures. Start and end dates are flexible. Housing and a small living stipend ($200/month) will be provided. Assistants will be responsible for travel to and from Orlando, Florida. This is a great opportunity to see a wide variety of Florida’s herpetofauna and other wildlife.
Qualifications: Experience capturing and handling lizards preferred, but not required. Must enjoy working outdoors and be motivated, hardworking, good-natured, and able to work well with others. Applicants must be in good physical condition and willing to work in hot and humid conditions in areas with biting insects and venomous snakes.
To apply: Email a letter of interest, resume or CV, and contact information for three references to:
Nathan Turnbough
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Tennessee
nturnbou@utk.edu
Please put FIELD ASSISTANT in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
Chelonian Curator - Calif
Southern California - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
10 March 2008
CHELONIAN CURATOR/ANIMAL CARE MANAGER
A curator and animal care manager is needed for a turtle and tortoise conservation center in southern California. The center currently houses over 300 animals of 25 species from around the world, and is actively breeding only sensitive species. The utmost effort is given to provide the animals with conditions as similar as possible to those of their native habitats. Currently, the center is involved in preserving and protecting threatened turtle/tortoise habitat in the wild.
Qualifications include:
Advanced knowledge of tortoise and turtle biology and care.
Organizational skills.
Good communication skills.
Responsibilities include:
Animal care and monitoring.
Daily recordkeeping of the status and welfare of the animals.
Facility maintenance and operations.
Overseeing research projects.
Database and website maintenance.
Management of staff.
General administrative duties.
In addition to the daily maintenance and care of the animals and the facility operations, the manager will be responsible for overseeing research projects that are supported by the center. There also is the opportunity to conduct research and produce publications, which is encouraged by the center.
To apply, by email only please, send a cover letter and CV to
rodriguesm@behlerconservation.org
Norman, Oklahoma - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
15 April 2008
Applications are solicited for
HERPETOLOGY COLLECTION MANAGER
University of Oklahoma
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
Position Description
I. Title: Collection Manager in Herpetology
II. Function:
Responsible for assisting Curators in the management and maintenance of the amphibian and reptile collections in the Department of Herpetology at the SNOMNH.
III. Representative duties:
Assists curators in maintaining the overall integrity of the herpetology collections of the SNOMNH. Investigates best-practice collection management protocols used by other professionals dedicated to the long-term care of herpetology collections. Maintains and adds to the Department’s reprint collection on herpetology collection care.
Accessions and catalogs incoming collections. Follows exact procedures for washing, tagging, entering specimen data into collection database, and integrating specimens into the collection. May aid in collecting and fixing amphibians and reptiles according to accepted procedures and guidelines.
Maintains current fluid collection by testing and replacing fluids when needed, upgrading and replacing labels and specimen tags as needed, verifying localities, and ensuring stability of collection room conditions. Identifies and/or re-identifies specimens and reorganizes collection when required due to taxonomic revisions.
Is responsible for keeping herpetology collection room, laboratories, and library clean, organized, and properly stocked. Monitors environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. Oversees daily function of these spaces and ensures that all division personnel are informed of and adhere to all health and safety guidelines.
Maintains current collection database, which is available for searching on the SNOMNH website. Interfaces with the SNOMNH IT personnel to ensure the integrity of the database. Checks website frequently to determine whether problems have arisen. Works with personnel on national level (i.e., Herp-Net) to integrate collection data with national database where appropriate. Will take the lead in upcoming migration of collection databases from FileMaker Pro to Specify.
Maintains, and, in some cases, prepares, ancillary collections, including vocalization tapes and digital files, skeletal preparations, cleared and stained specimens, and tanned specimens. Will become familiar with protocols for preparation of these specimens, including procedures and practices used in the SNOMNH Dermestid Facility. Is familiar with protocols for taking and maintaining tissues from specimens and interfaces with the SNOMNH Genomics Collection.
Responsible for all phases of loaning specimens to other institutions for research, including following national and international regulations for shipping and receiving, packing specimens to ensure their integrity, filling out and maintaining loan forms, and corresponding with researchers to ensure the safe arrival and return of specimens. Handles loans requested by curators and graduate students in herpetology. Interfaces with SNOMNH Registrar. Maintains inventory of all division supplies and equipment. Is responsible for organizing and cleaning herpetology storeroom. In consultation with the curators, orders supplies and equipment as needed.
Assists in and conducts collection-related research as directed by the curators. May assist curators in herpetology fieldwork locally and abroad. Assists in gathering data for curators’ grant proposals or with writing grant proposals. Develops professionally by being member of various societies as appropriate (i. e., Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections) and attending annual meetings or workshops provided by these societies as funding permits. Engages in other professional development activities as approved by the curators.
May give division tours, present lectures, or assist museum education and exhibit personnel with herpetology-related or collection-related questions or events. Participates in annual events hosted by SNOMNH. Conducts other tasks as assigned by the curators.
VI. Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a BA or BS degree in life sciences with two years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include an MS degree in life sciences with an emphasis in herpetology and three years of relevant experience. In either case, we seek an energetic person who has the ability to work independently or as part of a team and who has excellent organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach to work. The successful candidate will be motivated to develop new, creative projects that enhance the care and usefulness of the collection. The candidate should have basic knowledge of museum practices and standards for collection care; excellent oral, written, supervisory, and basic mechanical skills; computer skills and ability to adapt rapidly to changes in technology; and the ability to interact in a positive and enthusiastic manner with others in the workplace. Desirable qualifications include experience with Mac computers and with relational databases (FileMaker Pro, Specify) and other relevant software; enthusiasm for occasionally participating in preparation of museum exhibits and in the education department’s field trips or courses for children and adults.
VII. For more information or to apply online, please go to the web site below, access Search Listings, and enter the requistion number 05150. Information may also be obtained from Janalee Caldwell (caldwell@ou.edu) or Laurie Vitt (vitt@ou.edu).
http://jobs.ou.edu
Chicago, Illinois - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
6 March 2008
ASSISTANT CURATOR OF HERPETOLOGY
FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
The Department of Zoology of The Field Museum seeks a herpetologist to fill a career-track appointment at the Assistant Curator level. Applicants should have a PhD at the time of appointment and have demonstrated scientific achievement in collections-based research. Candidates are expected to establish an externally funded research program in evolutionary biology with emphasis in areas such as biogeography, comparative morphology, conservation, development, molecular genetics, systematics, and theoretical phylogenetics. Both recent graduates and individuals with several years of experience at the assistant curator/professor level are encouraged to apply. In addition to research, responsibilities include curation of globally important collections in the Division of Herpetology, participation in public exhibit and education programs, and administration. Strong relationships with local universities provide opportunities for participation in graduate and undergraduate training and teaching.
Applications should include: (1) a Curriculum Vitae; (2) a statement of research interests; (3) a statement of curatorial interests; (4) names and contact information of three referees; and (5) copies of up to five relevant publications.
Review of applications will begin 30 June 2008.
Application materials should be sent to:
zoologysearch@fieldmuseum.org
or
Search Committee
Department of Zoology
The Field Museum
1400 South Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60605-2496
Electronic submissions are encouraged and preferred (receipt will be acknowledged).
The Field Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Herp Curator - Raleigh NC
Raleigh, North Carolina - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
9 April 2008
CURATOR OF HERPETOLOGY
NORTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCES
Position: Natural Science Research Curator II
Working Title: Research Curator of Herpetology
Vacancy Number: 4328-0000-0028-153
Salary Grade: 72
Salary Range: $40,071 - $65,566
Hiring Range: $40,071 - $55,050
Department: Environment & Natural Resources
Division: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Type of Appointment: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Closing Date: 17 April 2008
Description of Work
SERVE AS THE RESEARCH CURATOR IN CHARGE OF THE HERPETOLOGY UNIT, WITHIN THE RESEARCH AND COLLECTIONS SECTION. THE POSITION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING ORIGINAL RESEARCH; OVERSIGHT OF THE AMPHIBIAN, TURTLE, AND REPTILE COLLECTIONS; PROVIDING EXPERTISE IN THE AREA OF HERPETOLOGY AND GENERAL NATURAL HISTORY TO OTHER SECTIONS OF THE MUSEUM, THE GENERAL PUBLIC, AND PRIVATE AND PUBLIC AGENCIES AND INSTITUTIONS. SERVES AS LIAISON TO OTHER PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS; AND PUBLISHES RESULTS OF COMPETENT RESEARCH. THE ADMINISTRATIVE ROLE INCLUDES MANAGEMENT OF THE COLLECTION MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT STAFF, RESEARCH PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION, BUDGETING OF UNIT OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT APPRAISALS, AND GRANT AND CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT AND OVERSIGHT. PARTICIPATION IN EXHIBIT AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING DEVELOPMENT AND EXECUTION IS EXPECTED. PARTICIPATION IN THE BUILDING DESIGN AND PROGRAM PLANNING FOR THE MUSEUM'S NATURE RESEARCH CENTER AND AN EXPANSION OF THE RESEARCH LABORATORY IS ALSO EXPECTED.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
CONSIDERABLE KNOWLEDGE OF ZOOLOGY IN GENERAL, AND SPECIFICALLY OF HERPETOLOGY, IS REQUIRED. DETAILED KNOWLEDGE OF REQUIREMENTS FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS OF THE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF TAXONONIC STUDIES OF THE CHARACTERISTICS, BEHAVIOR, AND HABITS OF SPECIES OF AMPHIBIANS, TURTLES, AND REPTILES, AND OF THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES FLORA AND FAUNA IS ESSENTIAL. THE ABILITY TO CONVERSE AND PRESENT LECTURES ON TOPICS IN AREAS OF EXPERTISE TO BOTH PROFESSIONALS AND LAYMEN IS EXPECTED. PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT SKILLS ARE ESSENTIAL. ABILITY TO OCCASIONALLY LIFT 25 TO 60-POUND OBJECTS, CONDUCT FIELDWORK UNDER STRENUOUS CIRCUMSTANCES AND WORK IN HOT, COLD, AND/OR INCLEMENT WEATHER IS EXPECTED. BASIC SKILLS WITH COMPUTERS AND MICROSOFT OFFICE SOFTWARE ARE NEEDED.
Training and Experience Requirements
POSSESSION OF A MASTER'S DEGREE IN BIOLOGY, ZOOLOGY, OR A SCIENCE CURRICULM RELATED TO AREA OF EXPERTISE AND THREE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SPECIALTY AREA; OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
PREFERRED: POSSESSION OF A PH.D. DEGREE IN BIOLOGY, ZOOLOGY, OR A SCIENCE CURRICULUM RELATED TO AREA OF EXPERTISE AND THREE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SPECIALTY AREA.
How to Apply:
The State Application for Employment and a comprehensive list of State Government vacancies are available on the Internet at
http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm#app
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (MNS) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with highly qualified individuals. NCDENR-Museum of Natural Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must complete and submit a State Application for Employment.
Resumes will not be considered official application of employment and will not be accepted in lieu of a State Application for Employment.
Faxed applications will not be accepted.
Be sure to indicate the position/vacancy number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For." Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference for first time employment with State Government should submit either Form DD-214 or discharge orders. Application must be received in the MNS Division Personnel Office no later than 5:00 pm on the closing date. Salary rate depends upon training, experience, equity, and budgetary considerations. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Contact Person: Rhonda Clapp
Contact Agency: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Contact Address: 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-1029
Contact Phone: 919-733-7450 x 00207
NO EMAILS PLEASE
http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm#app
Baker, Nevada - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
8 March 2008
SNAKE SURVEYERS SOUGHT
Great Basin National Park will hire 1-3 seasonal biological science technicians for summer field work. Jobs will begin in May and end in September. Primary duties are the inventory of sagebrush associated wildlife species and their habitats. Job duties include: visual surveys for marmots, mountain kingsnakes, and pigmy rabbits; capture-release and pitfall trapping surveys for small mammal species; and line intercept, visibility, and belt transects for vegetation attributes. Personnel are expected to hike long distances carrying heavy packs over steep rugged terrain. Backcountry camping is also expected. Duties will consist of 90% field work and 10% data entry.
Great Basin National Park is located in eastern White Pine County, Nevada. Known for Lehman Caves, ancient bristlecone pines, and Wheeler Peak (13,063 feet), Great Basin also has superb backcountry hiking, pristine alpine lakes and meadows, 12 perennial trout streams, over 300 perennial springs, extensive spruce forests, and excellent examples of island biogeography,
competitive exclusion, and niche partitioning.
Government housing may be available. Nearby communities include Baker and Garrison. Nearest grocery facilities are in Ely (70 miles), Delta (100 miles), and Cedar City (120 miles).
For more information contact the Park Biologist:
Bryan Hamilton - Biologist
100 Great Basin National Park
Baker, Nevada 89311
(775) 234-7331 ext. 255
(775) 234-7269 (fax)
bryan_hamilton@nps.gov
Lawrence, Kansas - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
28 April 2008
TENURE-TRACK POSITION IN WILDLIFE SCIENCE AT UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Greetings, herpetologists:
I am on the search committee for filling this tenure-track position on the wildlife faculty in the College of Forest Resources at the University of Washington (see UW announcement below), and I can assure you that there is strong interest among the committee to expand the current scope of expertise on the faculty, and that a strong candidate for this position who specialized in herpetology would be very competitive. So, I have forwarded it to CNAH for announcement. Best regards.
Keith B. Aubry, PhD
Research Wildlife Biologist
USDA Forest Service
Pacific Northwest Research Station
3625 93rd Avenue SW
Olympia, Washington 98512
kaubry@fs.fed.us
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TENURE-TRACK POSITION IN WILDLIFE SCIENCE AT UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
The College of Forest Resources at the University of Washington seeks a broadly trained, field-oriented terrestrial vertebrate ecologist with expertise in conservation biology, population ecology, wildlife habitat relationships, or related fields. This is a full-time (100% FTE), 9-month, tenure eligible position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Ph.D.
required. UW faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The successful applicant will be expected to maintain an active, collaborative research program with opportunities for interaction with CFR and other UW faculty, state and federal co-operators, the Washington Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit, and the Burke Museum. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and graduate wildlife ecology courses, a course in a vertebrate specialty (ornithology, herpetology, mammalogy), and contributions to other College courses. Graduate instruction may be in
areas of personal research interest.
Submit a letter of application describing your expertise and experience in research and teaching, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to the search committee chair, Dr. John Marzluff at
John M. Marzluff
Denman Professor of Sustainable Resource Sciences
Professor of Wildlife Science
College of Forest Resources, Box 352100
University of Washington
Seattle, Washinton 98195
206.616.6883
corvid@u.washington.edu
to whom questions about the position should be addressed.
Application review will begin 15 May and continue until the position is filled. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.
CNAH
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