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Faculty Positions in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry and Climate Change

The Appalachian Laboratory (AL) of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in terrestrial biogeochemistry at open rank.  We seek to hire an outstanding researcher with interests in the following:  carbon sequestration by soils, forest nutrient transformations, and effects of land use change and ecosystem disturbances on elemental cycles in multi-use landscapes.  The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. and bring a vigorous, sustainable research program with a strong empirical component in an area of terrestrial biogeochemistry that complements current AL strengths in terrestrial and aquatic ecology, landscape and watershed ecology, and remote sensing.  AL has excellent research facilities, including plant/soil laboratories with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation, growth chambers, and a greenhouse.  Collaborative interdisciplinary and synthesis activities with clear management and policy relevance are strongly encouraged within AL and among the three UMCES laboratories.  The main responsibility of this position is research.  UMCES faculty participate in graduate education, outreach, and application of basic science to regional (e.g., restoration of Chesapeake Bay) and global (e.g., land use and climate change) environmental problems. 

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae; statement of research interests, including a brief discussion of how the applicant’s research could complement ongoing research at AL/UMCES; selected reprints; and list of four references (name, title, mailing address, telephone, FAX, and e-mail address) to: 

Terrestrial Biogeochemistry Search Committee
Appalachian Laboratory
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
301 Braddock Road
Frostburg, MD 21532

Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2008.  Information about AL and UMCES can be found at: http://www.al.umces.edu/ and http://www.umces.edu/.  UMCES is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Faculty Research Assistant in Wildlife and Conservation Ecology

Agency: University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, Appalachian Laboratory (AL), 301 Braddock Road, Frostburg, Maryland 21532.

Position Location: Frostburg, Maryland

Job Description: Faculty Research Assistant (FRA) in Wildlife and Conservation Ecology. The successful applicant will conduct research on regional and seasonal wildlife use patterns at highway drainage culverts over a 2-year period. Culverts include a variety of designs under different roadway types in the coastal plain, piedmont, and mountain physiographic provinces of Maryland. Culverts will be characterized in terms of size, material, type of structure, and barriers to wildlife movement, and monitored for wildlife use using remote digital camera systems, track plates, and site visits. Habitat and land use/land cover types will be described and quantified at each monitored culvert. Data will be analyzed using appropriate statistical and GIS methodology. A Final Report and manuscripts for publication will be prepared at the end of the project.

Qualifications: B.S. degree in the biological sciences required; M.S. degree preferred. Demonstrated analytical (statistics, GIS, etc.) and report writing/publishing skills, evidence of previous field experience (preferably on a related topic), wildlife identification skills (including use of sign, tracks, etc.), ability to work independently, and a genuine interest in the effects of anthropogenic corridors on landscape connectivity and wildlife movements. The successful applicant must have well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills, be in good physical condition, and have a strong work ethic. Please send (preferably via email attachments) a letter of application, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for 3 references to: frasearch@al.umces.edu or FRA Search at the above address. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until a suitable candidate is found, but must be submitted no later than 2 November 2007. Questions by qualified candidates may be directed to Dr. J. Edward Gates at (301) 689-7173. UMCES welcomes and specifically encourages applications from minority and women applicants; UMCES is an AA/EOE employer.

Salary: $28,000 - $30,652 annual, plus health insurance.

Start Date: January 2008

Contact: Dr. J. Edward Gates
E-mail:frasearch@al.umces.edu (Preferred)
Phone: 301-689-7173

   Field Biologists (2)

Two field biologists are needed for bird and herpetofaunal surveys at Richmond National Battlefield Park, Richmond, Virginia. The bird biologist must be able to identify birds of the Mid-Atlantic region by sight and sound. Experience with point count surveys and other survey techniques appropriate to different habitat types would be desirable. Surveys will be conducted during the breeding season and winter. The herp biologist must be familiar with the identification of amphibians and reptiles in early spring and summer/fall. Some familiarity with such survey methods as audio, dip net, minnow traps, turtle traps, visual encounter, road, and cover board or drift-net/pitfall arrays would be a plus. Both technicians should be familiar with the use of GPS to locate sampling points. One biologist needs to have some experience or training with habitat delineation methodology and plant species identification and be able to use GIS for preparation of LU/LC maps.

Applicants should have a minimum of a BS degree in the biological sciences; MS would be preferred. Salary will be $10-$13 per hour depending on level of education and experience. Lodging, if needed, will be in NPS housing or at a nearby motel. State vehicles will be available.

By 7 March 2008, send a letter of application, resume, transcripts, and names and email addresses of 3 references to (electronic submissions preferred, see email below):

Field Biologist Search
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES)
Appalachian Laboratory
301 Braddock Road
Frostburg, MD 21532

For specific information about the project, contact Ed Gates at egates@al.umces.edu or 301-689-7173.

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Seasonal Opportunities

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