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Herp Researcher - Dresden
Dresden, Germany - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
30 April 2009
HERPETOLOGIST POSITION
Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum
Senckenberg invites applications for the post of a herpetologist at the Museum of Zoology, Dresden. The Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum operates in many federal states of Germany and represents one of the leading international research museums. It is recognized, among other things, for its remarkable natural history collections and its scientific activities at the Messel Pit near Darmstadt, Germany, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
We are currently looking to appoint a researcher in herpetology at the Museum of Zoology (Museum fuer Tierkunde) in Dresden, Germany starting 1 July 2009.
The responsibilities of the position include:
Scientific research in herpetology, preferably amphibians
Management of the herpetological collection
Supervision of visiting scientists
Administration of loans from the herpetological collection
Development and management of an electronic database for the collection
Development of a global concept for curation & research including molecular techniques
Providing assistance for general, museum-related activities
Essential requirements for the position:
PhD in Zoology
Internationally recognized scientific research and publications in herpetology
Expertise in the maintenance and management of large scientific collections
Proven track record of raising third-party funds through grant applications
The position is limited initially to a period of five years, with the possibility of an extension thereafter. The salary will be paid in accordance with the tariffs of the German Public Service (TVL Ost E13), ranging from 36,250 to 46,750 euro (gross) p.a. depending on experience and marital status. Net income after taxes and social insurance payments typically ranges between 1650 and 2000 euro per month for single persons without children.
The Museum of Zoology Dresden houses one of the most important herpetological collections of Germany (some 50,000 specimens). A fully equipped molecular laboratory, including DNA facilities, is available.
Interested applicants should send their complete details (curriculum vitae, list of publications, list of successful grant applications, and copies of their five most important publications; all as both hard and electronic copies) by 30 May 2009 to the Human Resources Manager at:
Prof. Dr. Michael Tuerkay
c/o Prof. Dr. Uwe Fritz
Senckenberg Naturhistorische Sammlungen
Dresden
Museum für Tierkunde
Koenigsbruecker Landstr. 159
01109 Dresden
Germany
uwe.fritz@senckenberg.de
Iowa State Frog Doctorate
Missouri River Floodplain in Iowa - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
17 March 2009
GRADUATE RESEARCH POSITION
HERPETOFAUNAL RESPONSE TO WETLAND RESTORATION IN THE MISSOURI RIVER FLOODPLAIN
Drs. David Otis and Rolf Koford seek a student interested in pursuing a PhD degree at Iowa State University, starting August 2009. The purpose of the project is to evaluate herpetofaunal use and reproductive success in several classes of wetlands that have been created to mitigate wetland losses in the Missouri River floodplain. Field techniques will include surveying frog calls, operating drift fences, and marking individuals to assess population size and reproduction. Statistical tools will include mark-recapture modeling and parameter estimation from field surveys. Drs. Otis and Koford, both with the U.S. Geological Survey Cooperative Unit Program, are collaborating faculty members in the Department of Natural Resources at Iowa State University. Other project partners are the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
Qualifications: M. S. in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Zoology, or a related field. Applicants should be in excellent physical condition and have experience working on teams. A driver’s license is required. Field experience, especially with frog capture, marking, and handling, is preferred, as is experience reading maps and use of hand-held GPS units.
Resources: The student will have access to a vehicle and necessary field equipment. Field technicians (2-3) will be supervised by the student. Housing will be provided.
Location: Field work will be conducted in Iowa on land managed by the COE in the Missouri River floodplain.
Project dates: The project will start in April 2009 with preliminary work conducted by field technicians. We anticipate that the student will start August 2009, although earlier employment as a technician might be arranged. Funding (from COE) will continue for four years. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Stipend: The stipend starts at $19,000/yr, with annual cost-of-living increases. Tuition is waived.
Application: Applicants may apply directly for admission to Iowa State University at the web site below or send (mail or email) 1) a letter explaining your interest in this project, 2) a copy of your transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial copies acceptable for this step), 3) a resume, and 4) names and contact information of three references to:
Dr. David Otis
Iowa Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
342 Science Hall II
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011
515-294-3056
dotis@iastate.edu
http://www.nrem.iastate.edu/graduate
Monroe, Louisiana - NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
4 March 2009
MASTERS STUDENT POSITION IN HERPETOLOGY
I am recruiting two highly motivated students interested in earning a Masters degree in Biology starting in the summer of 2009. Interested students should want to work on a study involving baseline survey and monitoring of the herpetofauna in association with a major Mississippi Alluvial Valley restoration project. This research will involve working outdoors in a hot, humid climate; prior herpetological fieldwork, ATV skils, and boating skills would be beneficial. The students selected will have a year-round stipend of $13,750 (academic-year Assistantship of $10,000 & $3,750 Research Assistantship for the summer months), plus a tuition waiver.
Please contact me by e-mail to express interest in the position or get additional information at
carr@ulm.edu
or visit my website at
http://www.ulm.edu/~carr
Application materials and procedures can be found on the University of Louisiana at Monroe Graduate Studies webpage below.
John L. Carr
Professor of Biology &
Associate Curator, Museum of Natural History
Department of Biology
The University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe, Louisiana 71209-0520
carr@ulm.edu
318-342-1796
http://www.ulm.edu/gradschool/
Placyk Phenotype Preferred
Tyler, Texas - CNAH ANNOUNCEMENT
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
15 June 2009
PLACYK PHENOTYPE PREFERRED
The Placyk Lab at the University of Texas at Tyler is seeking a qualified graduate student to start in the fall of 2009. Dr. Placyk's interests include behavioral biology, phylogenetics and systematics, molecular ecology, conservation biology, environmental science, and the role of nature and nurture on phenotypic traits. For more information, go to the web site below.
This work is mainly carried out with reptiles, turtles, and amphibians, but those interested in answering these types of questions with other types of organisms are encouraged to apply as well. If interested, please contact Dr. Placyk at
jplacyk@uttyler.edu
or at 903-566-7147
John S. Placyk, Jr.
Department of Biology
University of Texas at Tyler
3900 University Boulevard
Tyler, Texas 75799
903-566-7147
903-566-7189 fax
http://www.uttyler.edu/faculty/jplacyk/
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