From mba at uevora.pt Mon Aug 4 13:43:24 2008 From: mba at uevora.pt (mba at uevora.pt) Date: Mon, 4 Aug 2008 22:43:24 +0200 (CEST) Subject: [Europe] Lecturer in Conservation Biogeography Message-ID: Lecturer/Snr Lecturer in Conservation Biogeography and GIS SCHOOL OF GEOGRAPHY, PLANNING AND ARCHITECTURE Excellent Opportunity for an enthusiastic academic to join a vibrant, multidisciplinary School Geography, Planning and Architecture is a multi-disciplinary School that focuses on the interplay between built form, human activity and the physical environment across a range of spatial scales. The School has a strong international research profile and attracts high quality students. With our teaching programs and research in high demand we are now seeking to increase our complement of academic staff. The role The successful applicant will have teaching and research interests in conservation science, spatial data integration, analysis and modelling. A background in conservation ecology, climatology, hydrology, geomorphology, and/or biogeography/landscape ecology is essential. The appointee will be a part of the University of Queensland initiative in Conservation and Global Change Ecology (CAGE). The appointee will contribute to foundation, upper level and postgraduate courses in the field of Geographical Information Science and Spatial Modelling and will supervise research higher degree students. The person Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrated experience and a track record of high quality research. Applicants should also have expertise and interests that complement the diversity of the School and have a global perspective. Remuneration This is a full-time continuing appointment at Academic level B or C. The remuneration package will be in the range $79,840 to $94,810 per annum (Academic Level B); $97,804 to $112,773 per annum (Academic Level C) including employer superannuation contributions of 17%. Contact: Obtain the position description and selection criteria online or contact Associate Professor David Neil, telephone (07) 3365 6717 or email pagpa at uq.edu.au to discuss the role. Send applications to Ms Jade Pomroy, HR Officer, Faculty of Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld 4072, or email applications at epsa.uq.edu.au Applications close 15 August 2008. Reference No 1039084. Applications are to be sent to the email address specified above or to the name and organisation unit shown at the address: University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld 4072. Please quote the Reference Number and include ? a covering letter that includes the vacancy reference number, your contact address and telephone number; and ? a curriculum vitae, that includes details of education and qualifications and the names and contact details of three referees; ? where required by the application process outlined in the position description and selection criteria, a statement addressing how each of the selection criteria has been met must also be included. Equal opportunity in employment is University policy -- From mba at uevora.pt Wed Aug 6 05:03:10 2008 From: mba at uevora.pt (mba at uevora.pt) Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:03:10 +0200 (CEST) Subject: [Europe] 7 five years research contracts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: CIBIO is a young and highly dynamic Research Centre located close to Porto, in the north of Portugal, which aims to be an international Centre of Excellence in the fields of Biodiversity and Evolution, offering great opportunities for multidisciplinary research. The Centre occupies recently-built facilities, and now has approximately 55 researchers holding a PhD degree and more than 50 MSc and PhD students, as well as people from many different countries. The working atmosphere is vibrant and enthusiastic, and the CIBIO is regularly visited by many scientists from abroad. The Centre has fully equipped molecular laboratories (multiple PCR rooms, automated sequencers, real-time PCR machines, etc), as well as technicians, and the necessary equipment for fieldwork. In 2007, we were able to get 7 research positions, and successful research scientists came from places as different as Colorado, Alaska, Utah and Montpellier, among others, to work in molecular phylogenetics, biodiversity and conservation, theoretical population genetics and plant evolution. For 2008, we are now advertising seven 5-years full research contracts (www.eracareers.pt), and expect to recruit enthusiastic and highly motivated researchers in the areas indicated below. The positions are expected to start by the end of 2007. 1. Genetics of host-parasite interactions A 5-year research position, renewed yearly, is available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), Portugal, in the area of genetics of host-parasite interactions. Although the exact field of research is open, the researcher is likely to work on the study of genetic variation at host candidate genes that confer resistance against diseases, possibly using the European rabbit as a model species, because these are prime candidates for undergoing adaptive evolutionary change. It would be desirable if the candidate had previous experience working with immunogenetic markers (namely MHC, immunoglobulin genes, cytokine and chemokine receptors), with particular focus on the molecular evolution of such genes as well as detection of natural selection and recombination events. The candidate must have a PhD and a minimum of 3 years postdoctoral experience. A sound knowledge of molecular evolution will be reflected in the candidate?s Curriculum Vitae, that evidences a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above-mentioned topics. Experience is expected in the supervision of postgraduate students (both MSc and PhD theses) and on the preparation, development and coordination of scientific projects. The candidate is expected to establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should also be a good communicator (speaking and writing fluent English) and may participate in teaching at MSc and PhD levels. Candidates will be assessed initially on their CV, followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 2. Sexual selection and mating systems A 5-year research position, renewed yearly, is available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), Portugal, in the area of behavioural ecology and evolution. Applicants should have a PhD Degree in Biology and a minimum of 3 years of research experience at post-doc level, preferably in the fields of ecology and animal behaviour. The researcher is expected to integrate a Behavioural Ecology & Evolution research group and will study animal behaviour from a multidisciplinary perspective, combining experimental analysis of behaviour with ecological and evolutionary work. Among the main research topics to be covered, special attention will be given to the evolution of mating systems, sexual selection and other reproduction related topics. Given the ongoing environmental alterations, a clear focus will be devoted to the analysis of some of the above-mentioned subjects in populations that inhabit the extremes of a species geographical distribution. As such, the candidate is expected to have experience in studying animal behaviour, both in the laboratory as well as in the field, and show solid knowledge in experimental design and biostatistics. Since some of the model organisms expected to be used are mainly marine, a diver?s certificate may be considered useful. Additional key requirements involve excellence in research, translated into a significant publication record in SCI journals on the above stated topics, proven ability to build up independent research initiatives, such as established involvement in the development, preparation and coordination of research projects, PhD student supervising experience and a clear vision on national and international research priorities. A history of conference attendance and organisation will also be considered valuable. The candidate is expected to be fluent in English, as well as a good communicator, as he will be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. Thus, prior experience in post-graduate teaching will be considered an advantage. The ranking of the candidates will result from the analysis of the Curriculum vitae together with a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 3. Evolutionary ecology A 5-year research position, renewed yearly, is available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), Portugal, in the area of Evolutionary Ecology. Although the exact field of research is open, the expected researcher is likely to work on in the following aspects: 1) evolution of behavioural mechanisms for reproductive isolation between phylogenetically related species; 2) relative contributions of phylogeny, adaptation and phenotypic plasticity to the organisation of phenotype; 3) coevolution (cophylogeny and coadaptation) between organisms, particularly hosts and parasites; 4) competitive interactions between closely related organisms; and 5) character evolution in the phylogeny and mechanistic approaches for explaining distribution patterns. We expect a person with an interdisciplinary attitude, more oriented to the topics that to the techniques. Experience with the organisms of the Mediterranean region is desirable but the candidate should be prepared to extend his/her research to other areas and ecosystems. The candidate is expected to develop strong collaborations with other researchers within the CIBIO, especially those working in phylogeny, population genetics and ecological modelling. The candidate should have a degree in Biology, a minimum of 3 years as Post-doc and a Curriculum vitae proving solid knowledge in ecology and evolutionary biology. The candidate should additionally have a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above-mentioned topics and supervised academic theses (both MSc and PhD theses). Teaching experience at University level, as well as involvement in international scientific societies, will be appreciated. A history of conference organisation and attendance will also be considered valuable. Experience is expected on the preparation and coordination of scientific projects. The candidate is expected to build his own research group, establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should be a good communicator and speak and write fluent English, and will be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. The ranking of candidates will result from a global appreciation of the Curriculum vitae followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 4. Behavioural Ecology A 5-year research position, renewed yearly, is available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), Portugal, in the area of Behavioural Ecology. Although the exact field of research is open, the researcher is likely to work on the general field of life history evolution in vertebrates and is expected to integrate a Behavioural Ecology & Evolution research group. This may include the evolution of reproductive behaviour (e.g. reproductive traits, sexual selection), sociality or immuno-ecology. The candidate is expected to develop field-based projects, although an interest in comparative analyses is also beneficial. It is further advantageous if the researcher integrates molecular tools in his/her work as this would make the most of the laboratory facilities available at CIBIO and would facilitate collaboration with existing groups. The candidate should have a degree in Biology, a minimum of 3 years as Post-doc and a Curriculum vitae proving solid experience designing and carrying out field experiments and performing sophisticated statistical analyses. The candidate should additionally have a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above mentioned topics and supervised academic theses. A history of conference organisation and attendance will also be considered valuable. Experience is expected on the preparation and coordination of scientific projects. The candidate is expected to build his own research group, establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should be a good communicator and speak and write fluent English, and may be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. The ranking of candidates will result from a global appreciation of the Curriculum vitae followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 5. Livestock population genomics and domestication A 5-year research position, renewed yearly, is available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), Portugal, in the area of Livestock Population Genomics and Domestication. The candidate should have a solid research background in multiple livestock species, using multiple genetic markers, and show to have a good understanding of the domestication process, not only from the genetic point of view, but as well as possess a reasonable knowledge of anthropological and archaeological theories related with animal domestication. The candidate should also have experience working on the evolutionary and demographic history of livestock species. Accordingly, he/she is expected to master population genetics theory and be involved in studies for the detection of adaptive variation using population genomics approaches to better understand population history and the genetic basis of adaptation/performance in livestock species. It should have a full understanding of livestock species origins or worldwide patterns of genetic diversity distribution. It is appreciated if he/she already started to build a worldwide network of collaborators for future research in livestock population genomics and genetic resource conservation. The post will also likely involve collaboration with developing countries from regions considered potential centers of domestication or hot-spots of livestock diversity. Therefore, it is also expected that the candidate already have experience of working in those regions with local researchers. The candidate should have a PhD in biology, population genetics, animal sciences or related fields, a minimum of 3 years as Post-doc and a Curriculum vitae proving solid knowledge in population genetics and domestication of livestock species. The candidate should additionally have a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above mentioned topics and supervised or co-supervised academic theses (both MSc and PhD theses). A history of lecturing and organizing international advanced courses in this field will also be considered valuable. Experience is expected on the preparation and coordination of scientific projects. The candidate is expected to build his own research group, establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should be a good communicator and speak and write fluent English, and will be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. The ranking of candidates will result from a global appreciation of the Curriculum vitae followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 6. Bioinformatics and Computational Biology A 5-year research contract, renewed yearly, will be available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), University of Porto, in the area of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology. Applicants are expected to have an excellent research record and to show the potential to interact with other teams to create a new platform of bioinformatics and computation biology. The candidate should be able at first to interact with other teams from CIBIO helping them to solve scientific questions by developing new computational tools, applications, and databases. The candidate should have a degree in computer sciences, bioinformatics or biology and have a minimum of 3 years as Post-doc and a Curriculum vitae proving solid knowledge in bioinformatics/computation biology, with priority for knowledge in computer modeling and applications in a broad range of biological sciences, with special emphasis on genomics and comparative genomics, population biology, genetics, ecology. It is also expected that the candidate possess a moderate back ground in biology and a solid background on computer programming languages (e.g., C++, Java, ada, php, python, SQL), with all platforms (Unix, Windows, OS X, GNU) analytical statistics and new algorithm creation. The candidate should additionally have a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above mentioned topics and supervised or co-supervised academic theses (both MSc and PhD theses). A history of lecturing and organizing international advanced courses in this field will also be considered valuable. Experience is expected on the preparation and coordination of scientific projects. The candidate is expected to build his own research group, establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should be a good communicator and speak and write fluent English, and will be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. The ranking of candidates will result from a global appreciation of the Curriculum vitae followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). 7. Island biogeography and systematics A 5-year research contract, renewed yearly, will be available at CIBIO (http://cibio.up.pt), in the area of Island Biogeography and Systematics. The candidate should have a degree in biology and have a minimum of 3 years as Post-doc and a Curriculum vitae demonstrating good knowledge on the evolutionary and ecological processes determining biodiversity patterns, particularly on island ecosystems, with an emphasis on the Azores and other Macaronesian Archipelagos, and on the taxonomy and phylogenetic, phylogeographic, paleobiogeographic and neobiogeographic relationships of the island biota. The candidate should additionally have a significant publication record in SCI journals for the above mentioned topics and experience on the preparation, participation and coordination of scientific projects. A history of lecturing and organizing international advanced courses and scientific meetings in this field will also be considered valuable. The candidate is expected to establish solid international collaborations, and be able to attract national and international funding. The candidate should also be a good communicator and speak and write fluent English, and will be invited to participate in teaching at the MSc and PhD levels. The ranking of candidates will result from a global appreciation of the Curriculum vitae followed by a job interview. Salary corresponds to a gross annual income of 43000 euros (before taxes). In all cases, applications including a detailed CV, a statement of research interests and motivation, as well as the emails of at least three referees will be accepted until September 30, 2008. The position is expected to start in November-December 2008, but the appointment of successful candidates is dependent on a final approval by FCT ? "Funda??o para a Ci?ncia e Tecnologia, www.fct.mctes.pt". Informal inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Dra. Sara Ferreira Gestora de Ci?ncia e Tecnologia CIBIO, Centro de Investiga??o em Biodiversidade e Recursos Gen?ticos Campus Agr?rio de Vair?o, Universidade do Porto 4485-661 Vair?o Portugal Telef: 351.252.660411 Fax: 351.252.661780 Email: cibio.up at mail.icav.up.pt From lwalko at conbio.org Wed Aug 6 09:00:09 2008 From: lwalko at conbio.org (Laura Walko) Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 09:00:09 -0700 Subject: [Europe] PhD STUDENTSHIP: ADAPTIVE RESPONSES TO RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE Message-ID: <569984C3FC629E4DB22AFA468621699A09AACAB97C@EXVMBX015-3.exch015.msoutlookonline.net> On behalf of Ioan Fazey Please can you add the following submission to the next list (the deadline for the PhD scholarship advertised is close, so i want to try and get that out asap). Many thanks Ioan Fazey Submission: PhD STUDENTSHIP: ADAPTIVE RESPONSES TO RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences, Aberystwyth University, U.K. Supervisors: Ioan Fazey, J Wheaton, J Gamarra, M Christie & P Frost Developing a more coherent theory of adaptation and the reasons why people choose them would significantly contribute to policies aimed at building more resilient social-ecological systems. The Dyfi Catchment covers a wide range of ecologically, culturally and agriculturally important areas, and includes a number of social-ecological communities that are vulnerable to rapid environmental changes. Importantly, there has been significant recent investment and collaborative research in the Dyfi by the Centre for Catchment and Coastal Research (CCCR), Countryside Council for Wales, the Dyfi Biosphere Partnership and a Defra-funded IBERS project that this proposed project could draw-on and enhance. Thus, the Dyfi provides an opportunity to integrate social and natural sciences and expertise in Institutions within and outside AU in ways that can significantly contribute to the development of resilience theory and local governance for sustainability. The research project aims to develop a coherent theory of adaptation by: (1) assessing the potential impacts on social-ecological systems in the Dyfi of various scenarios of rapid environmental change; (2) working with a wide range of focus groups to quantitatively characterize likely contemporary adaptive responses in comparison to documented historical responses; (3) identifying reasons for such choices; (4) assessing the ramifications of those responses; and (5) work with stakeholders to identify a range of adaptive responses for their consideration. The project will: * Have a strong focus on interdisciplinary training for the PhD student provided by the breadth of expertise of the supervisors. * Exhibit scientific excellence by addressing a topical research question through the use of innovative quantitative social science techniques in ways that significantly contribute to theory and policy development. * Provide scope for a student to develop their own ideas through the range of issues and variety of techniques that could be used to address the research question. Deadline for applications: 15th August 2008 Enquiries to: Jane Watts, IBERS Penglais, Edward Llwyd Building, Aberystwyth University, Aberystwyth SY23 3DA, Tel: +44 1970 622342 Fax: +44 1970 621981 Email:jane.watts at aber.ac.uk -- Dr. Ioan Fazey Institute of Rural Sciences University of Wales, Aberystwyth Aberystwyth, Ceredigion SY23 3AL, U.K. Tel: +44 (0)1970 621612 Fax: +44 (0)1970 611264 Alternative email: irf at aber.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://list.conbio.org/pipermail/europe/attachments/20080806/8640da18/attachment-0001.htm From John.Linnell at nina.no Wed Aug 6 12:57:43 2008 From: John.Linnell at nina.no (Linnell, John) Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:57:43 +0200 Subject: [Europe] Please post - vaccant positions Message-ID: NINA is seeking new research staff The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA) requires new research staff in aquatic ecology, seabird ecology, botanical ecology, and entomology; together with a post in public communication in the areas of biological diversity, game management, and predator ecology Would you like to work in biological research in one of Europe's leading applied research environments? NINA is an applied research institution of international reputation with the main goal of obtaining the knowledge needed for the sustainable management of nature and the environment (www.nina.no ). NINAs head office is in Trondheim, with branches in Oslo, Lillehammer, and Troms?, with a research station for salmonids at Ims in Sandnes. In total we have 165 researchers, technicians, research students, and administrative personnel. NINA carries out research for a wide spectrum of employers. It works internationally on every continent including Antarctica, as well as on European, national, regional, and locally based projects. Details of the subject areas relevant to each position are described below, as are work place, departmental affiliation, and contact person for the post. General requirements for all posts are individuals who take the initiative, have good teamwork skills, and a broad contact network. The ability to communicate knowledge and results are also very important. Researchers must be prepared for a challenging and varied working environment, and to be flexible in relation to the diverse work requirements which commissioned research involves. The ability to quickly master new problems, for interdisciplinary work, and cooperation with other institutions is important. NINA also gives weight to publication of results in international publications, and works to combine good research of both an applied and basic nature. We offer: ? A thriving and exciting work environment with extensive teamwork ? Research colleagues at the forefronts of their fields ? Internationally competitive salaries ? Resources for scientific and career development in accordance with NINA practice ? Good flexitime regulations ? Possibilities for temporary and permanent part time working ? Norway's world leading maternity/paternity and family care work regulations for both female and male staff (see http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/4786160.stm ; http://www.regjeringen.no/upload/BLD/Veiledning%20og%20brosjyrer/2007/270636_the_rights_of_parents_of_small_children_2007_english.pdf ? The spectacular Norwegian environment, and the world's no.1 country on the UN Human Development Index (see http://www.forskningsradet.no/servlet/Satellite?cid=1144144458080&pageid=1144144458080&pagename=eracareers%2FPage%2FHovedSideEng&site=eracareers ? Stable pension arrangements A written application with CV and publication list, with copies of certificates and referee statements, should be sent to NINA, Personnel department, NO-7485 Trondheim, Norway, or as an electronic submission by email to firmapost at nina.no , by 1st September 2008. Research SCIENTISTs, aquatic ecology Fish and invertebrate ecology, research for conservation of wild salmon, environmental effects of watershed flow regulation, and the restoration of watersheds are some central themes for the competences we need to extend our researcher base. NINA has researchers working on aquatic questions at each of our locations, with a particularly large group at Trondheim. In addition, NINAs research station at Ims near Sandnes is one of Europe's best facilities for experimental studies of salmonids. Over 50 of our 165 employees conduct aquatic research. NINA carries out commissioned research for a wide variety of customers from government and international research councils to regional and local authorities, and private companies and institutions. Research is carried out at all scales from international through national, regional, and local scales. We are seeking both establishing and experienced researchers with doctorates in aquatic ecology, fish ecology, or related subject areas. Among the themes which are of particular interest: ? Environmental effects of hydro electric generation ? Research on wild salmon in relation to, e.g., watershed flow regulation; the relationship between wild salmon and escaped farmed salmon, and wild salmon diseases and parasites ? Watershed ecology and precipitation field dynamics ? Effects of changes in climate on aquatic ecosystems ? Restoration of watersheds ? Wealth creation based on renewable wild land resources ? Conservation biology and invertebrate ecology in freshwater systems NINA is an applied research institution with the main goal of obtaining knowledge for a sustainable management of nature and the environment. Central themes for the management of watersheds in the coming years will be, for example, management of wild salmon, effects of climate changes, loss of biological diversity and the effects of introduced species in aquatic ecosystems, new requirements in hydro electric generation, in addition to carrying through and following up the Water Regulations (the EEA water framework directive). The workplace will be either at NINA main offices in Trondheim, or at the departments in Lillehammer, Oslo, or Troms?. This will be decided for each individual from his or her competence and work group affiliation. Further information on the positions can be obtained from Research Director Odd Terje Sandlund, tel. +47 73 80 15 48 (Trondheim), Research Director B?rre Dervo, tel +47 73801613 (Lillehammer), Research Director Erik Framstad, tel: +47 73 80 17 10 (Oslo) or Research Director Sidsel Gr?nvik, tel. +47 77 75 04 08 (Troms?). RESEARCH SCIENTIST - SEABIRDS We are looking for a person with broad (seabird-) ecological knowledge. Solid competence in statistical analysis and modelling will also be a considerable advantage. Our work is comprehensive and includes e.g. long term monitoring of seabird population dynamics and studies of how the climate, fisheries, and other environmental factors affect the population's development. Our research has an applied aspect, but includes many basic research oriented problems. The successful candidate must be prepared to take up research commissions in several of these areas. A doctorate or similar competence is a requirement. We require a good team player, who is nevertheless independent and has an outgoing nature. Some fieldwork will be required. Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim. Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, Senior Researcher Tycho Anker-Nilssen, tel. +47 93 46 67 71 or Senior Researcher Svein-H?kon Lorentsen, tel. +47 93 46 67 70. ------------ RESEARCH SCIENTIST - BOTANICAL ECOLOGY We are seeking a person with broad ecological knowledge and experience, with in addition competence in statistical and data analysis. Our work is many faceted and includes e.g. long term monitoring of terrestrial ecosystems and studies of how climate, pollution, land use, and other environmental factors affect vegetation and the natural environment. Consequence analyses and restoration projects are also among our work areas. Our research has an applied aspect, but also includes many basic science problems. The successful applicant must be prepared to work in several of these subject areas. A doctorate or equivalent qualification is a requirement. We require a good team player, who is nevertheless independent and has an outgoing nature. Some fieldwork will be required. Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim, though the departments in Troms? or Oslo may also be possible. Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or researcher Dagmar Hagen, tel. +47 99264856. ------------- RESEARCH SCIENTIST - ENTOMOLOGY We are seeking a person with broad ecological knowledge and experience, with emphasis on terrestrial conservation biology - entomology. Our work is many faceted and includes e.g. research and monitoring in subject areas related to biodiversity, threatened species, and conservation biology, introduced species, and ecological risk analyses. Our research has an applied aspect, but also includes many basic science problems. The successful applicant must be prepared to work in several of these subject areas. A doctorate or equivalent qualification is a requirement, and both taxononomic and ecological competence in one or more groups of invertebrates will be an advantage. We require a good team player, who is nevertheless independent and has an outgoing nature. Some fieldwork will be required. Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim. Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or senior researcher Frode ?degaard, tlf. +47 99409578. -------- Science communicator - 3 year contract. Can you help bridge the gap between science and society? The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic communicator to take responsibility for popular communication and maintaining dialogue with stakeholders within the frame of several projects funded by the EU's 7th Framework Programme and the Research Council of Norway. The project topics focus on biodiversity conservation, wildlife management and large carnivore ecology in Norway and several other European and African countries. The job will involve the following (1) maintaining web-based information portals, (2) maintaining contact with the media, (3) organising stakeholder contact workshops and (4) producing popular materials that communicate the results of primary research to a wider public. We are looking for a candidate with good communication and interpersonal skills. An understanding of ecological, conservation and wildlife management issues is essential. The position will last for 3 years. The position will be based at NINA headquarters in Trondheim. Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or Senior Researcher John Linnell, tel. +47 90012533 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://list.conbio.org/pipermail/europe/attachments/20080806/2dfc1e13/attachment.html From mba at uevora.pt Sun Aug 10 02:10:01 2008 From: mba at uevora.pt (mba at uevora.pt) Date: Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:10:01 +0200 (CEST) Subject: [Europe] AFRICAN CLIMATE CHANGE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Message-ID: <6171d233498fd9b9deb27c1cca054726.squirrel@mail.uevora.pt> Dear Colleagues and Friends, Applications are invited for the inaugural round of African Climate Change Fellowships. The *African Climate Change Fellowship Program (ACCFP)* aims to support African professionals, researchers and graduate students to undertake activities that will enhance their capacities for advancing and applying knowledge for climate change adaptation in Africa. The program is jointly administered by the global change System for Analysis, Research and Training (START), the Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA) of the University of Dar es Salaam and the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), with financial support from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Canada. This Call for Applications is extended to researchers, scientists, and academics working in fields related to climate change and climate change adaptation /_as well as_/ professionals and practitioners with experience and responsibilities related to policy, planning or management of climate sensitive resources, sectors, systems or livelihoods. A variety of Fellowship types are offered to support projects, research, and other activities that advance adaptation in Africa. The Fellowships range in duration from 2-18 months, and award amounts range from USD $5,000 - $36,000, depending on Fellowship type. Eligibility is limited to citizens of member states of the African Union who are 40 years of age or younger. A description of each Fellowship type and instructions and guidelines for preparing and submitting an application to be an ACCFP Fellow are provided in the *2008 Call for Applications*. The 2008 Call for Applications and other required application materials are also available on the Pan-African START Secretariat?s website at: *_http://accfp.pass-africa.org _*. All application materials must be received no later than *_17 September 2008_.* Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be reviewed. If you have questions about the ACCFP and this Call for Applications or if you have trouble accessing the ACCFP website and application materials, please contact the Pan-African START Secretariat at pass at ira.udsm.ac.tz . We ask that you please help us spread the word about this exciting opportunity to other colleagues and friends. Forward this email to qualified individuals that might be From barbaramihok at gmail.com Tue Aug 12 21:56:45 2008 From: barbaramihok at gmail.com (Barbara Mihok) Date: Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:56:45 +0200 Subject: [Europe] Fwd: BIORESC vacancies In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1c14a1b80808122156n2404f33chfc27f550e209f542@mail.gmail.com> See job vacancies attached from the Mammal Research Institute Polish Academy of Sciences, Bialowieza, Poland -- Barbara Mihok Coordinator Society for Conservation Biology - European Section 2nd European Congress of Conservation Biology http://www.eccb2009.org/ Hungarian Natural History Museum Ludovika t?r 2, Budapest, Hungary, 1083 T: 36-1-2101075, F: 36-1-3342785 http://www.conbio.org/Sections/Europe/ -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Please post - vaccant positions (Linnell, John) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:57:43 +0200 > From: "Linnell, John" > Subject: [Europe] Please post - vaccant positions > To: , > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > NINA is seeking new research staff > > > > The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA) requires new research > staff in aquatic ecology, seabird ecology, botanical ecology, and > entomology; together with a post in public communication in the areas of > biological diversity, game management, and predator ecology > > > > Would you like to work in biological research in one of Europe's leading > applied research environments? NINA is an applied research institution of > international reputation with the main goal of obtaining the knowledge > needed for the sustainable management of nature and the environment > (www.nina.no ). NINAs head office is in Trondheim, > with branches in Oslo, Lillehammer, and Troms?, with a research station > for salmonids at Ims in Sandnes. In total we have 165 researchers, > technicians, research students, and administrative personnel. NINA carries > out research for a wide spectrum of employers. It works internationally on > every continent including Antarctica, as well as on European, national, > regional, and locally based projects. > > Details of the subject areas relevant to each position are described > below, as are work place, departmental affiliation, and contact person for > the post. > > General requirements for all posts are individuals who take the > initiative, have good teamwork skills, and a broad contact network. The > ability to communicate knowledge and results are also very important. > Researchers must be prepared for a challenging and varied working > environment, and to be flexible in relation to the diverse work > requirements which commissioned research involves. The ability to quickly > master new problems, for interdisciplinary work, and cooperation with > other institutions is important. NINA also gives weight to publication of > results in international publications, and works to combine good research > of both an applied and basic nature. > > We offer: > > > > ? A thriving and exciting work environment with extensive teamwork > > ? Research colleagues at the forefronts of their fields > > ? Internationally competitive salaries > > ? Resources for scientific and career development in accordance > with NINA practice > > ? Good flexitime regulations > > ? Possibilities for temporary and permanent part time working > > ? Norway's world leading maternity/paternity and family care work > regulations for both female and male staff (see > http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/4786160.stm > ; > http://www.regjeringen.no/upload/BLD/Veiledning%20og%20brosjyrer/2007/270636_the_rights_of_parents_of_small_children_2007_english.pdf > > > ? The spectacular Norwegian environment, and the world's no.1 > country on the UN Human Development Index (see > http://www.forskningsradet.no/servlet/Satellite?cid=1144144458080&pageid=1144144458080&pagename=eracareers%2FPage%2FHovedSideEng&site=eracareers > > > ? Stable pension arrangements > > A written application with CV and publication list, with copies of > certificates and referee statements, should be sent to NINA, Personnel > department, NO-7485 Trondheim, Norway, or as an electronic submission by > email to firmapost at nina.no , by 1st September > 2008. > > > > > > Research SCIENTISTs, aquatic ecology > > > > Fish and invertebrate ecology, research for conservation of wild salmon, > environmental effects of watershed flow regulation, and the restoration of > watersheds are some central themes for the competences we need to extend > our researcher base. > > NINA has researchers working on aquatic questions at each of our > locations, with a particularly large group at Trondheim. In addition, > NINAs research station at Ims near Sandnes is one of Europe's best > facilities for experimental studies of salmonids. Over 50 of our 165 > employees conduct aquatic research. NINA carries out commissioned research > for a wide variety of customers from government and international research > councils to regional and local authorities, and private companies and > institutions. Research is carried out at all scales from international > through national, regional, and local scales. > > We are seeking both establishing and experienced researchers with > doctorates in aquatic ecology, fish ecology, or related subject areas. > Among the themes which are of particular interest: > > ? Environmental effects of hydro electric generation > > ? Research on wild salmon in relation to, e.g., watershed flow > regulation; the relationship between wild salmon and escaped farmed > salmon, and wild salmon diseases and parasites > > ? Watershed ecology and precipitation field dynamics > > ? Effects of changes in climate on aquatic ecosystems > > ? Restoration of watersheds > > ? Wealth creation based on renewable wild land resources > > ? Conservation biology and invertebrate ecology in freshwater > systems > > NINA is an applied research institution with the main goal of obtaining > knowledge for a sustainable management of nature and the environment. > Central themes for the management of watersheds in the coming years will > be, for example, management of wild salmon, effects of climate changes, > loss of biological diversity and the effects of introduced species in > aquatic ecosystems, new requirements in hydro electric generation, in > addition to carrying through and following up the Water Regulations (the > EEA water framework directive). > > The workplace will be either at NINA main offices in Trondheim, or at the > departments in Lillehammer, Oslo, or Troms?. This will be decided for each > individual from his or her competence and work group affiliation. > > Further information on the positions can be obtained from Research > Director Odd Terje Sandlund, tel. +47 73 80 15 48 (Trondheim), Research > Director B?rre Dervo, tel +47 73801613 (Lillehammer), Research Director > Erik Framstad, tel: +47 73 80 17 10 (Oslo) or Research Director Sidsel > Gr?nvik, tel. +47 77 75 04 08 (Troms?). > > > > > > > RESEARCH SCIENTIST - SEABIRDS > > > We are looking for a person with broad (seabird-) ecological knowledge. > Solid competence in statistical analysis and modelling will also be a > considerable advantage. Our work is comprehensive and includes e.g. long > term monitoring of seabird population dynamics and studies of how the > climate, fisheries, and other environmental factors affect the > population's development. Our research has an applied aspect, but includes > many basic research oriented problems. The successful candidate must be > prepared to take up research commissions in several of these areas. A > doctorate or similar competence is a requirement. We require a good team > player, who is nevertheless independent and has an outgoing nature. Some > fieldwork will be required. > > > > Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim. > > > > Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director > Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, Senior Researcher Tycho > Anker-Nilssen, tel. +47 93 46 67 71 or Senior Researcher Svein-H?kon > Lorentsen, tel. +47 93 46 67 70. > > ------------ > > > > > RESEARCH SCIENTIST - BOTANICAL ECOLOGY > > > We are seeking a person with broad ecological knowledge and experience, > with in addition competence in statistical and data analysis. Our work is > many faceted and includes e.g. long term monitoring of terrestrial > ecosystems and studies of how climate, pollution, land use, and other > environmental factors affect vegetation and the natural environment. > Consequence analyses and restoration projects are also among our work > areas. Our research has an applied aspect, but also includes many basic > science problems. The successful applicant must be prepared to work in > several of these subject areas. A doctorate or equivalent qualification is > a requirement. We require a good team player, who is nevertheless > independent and has an outgoing nature. Some fieldwork will be required. > > > > Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim, though the departments > in Troms? or Oslo may also be possible. > > Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director > Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or researcher Dagmar Hagen, tel. > +47 99264856. > > ------------- > > > > > > > RESEARCH SCIENTIST - ENTOMOLOGY > > > We are seeking a person with broad ecological knowledge and experience, > with emphasis on terrestrial conservation biology - entomology. Our work > is many faceted and includes e.g. research and monitoring in subject areas > related to biodiversity, threatened species, and conservation biology, > introduced species, and ecological risk analyses. Our research has an > applied aspect, but also includes many basic science problems. The > successful applicant must be prepared to work in several of these subject > areas. A doctorate or equivalent qualification is a requirement, and both > taxononomic and ecological competence in one or more groups of > invertebrates will be an advantage. We require a good team player, who is > nevertheless independent and has an outgoing nature. Some fieldwork will > be required. > > > > Workplace will be NINAs head office in Trondheim. > > Further information on the position can be obtained from Research Director > Inge E. Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or senior researcher Frode > ?degaard, tlf. +47 99409578. > > > > > > -------- > > > > Science communicator - 3 year contract. > > > > Can you help bridge the gap between science and society? The Norwegian > Institute for Nature Research is looking for a highly motivated and > dynamic communicator to take responsibility for popular communication and > maintaining dialogue with stakeholders within the frame of several > projects funded by the EU's 7th Framework Programme and the Research > Council of Norway. The project topics focus on biodiversity conservation, > wildlife management and large carnivore ecology in Norway and several > other European and African countries. The job will involve the following > (1) maintaining web-based information portals, (2) maintaining contact > with the media, (3) organising stakeholder contact workshops and (4) > producing popular materials that communicate the results of primary > research to a wider public. > > > > We are looking for a candidate with good communication and interpersonal > skills. An understanding of ecological, conservation and wildlife > management issues is essential. The position will last for 3 years. > > > > The position will be based at NINA headquarters in Trondheim. Further > information on the position can be obtained from Research Director Inge E. > Bruteig, tel. +47 93 65 89 99, or Senior Researcher John Linnell, tel. +47 > 90012533 > > > > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > http://list.conbio.org/pipermail/europe/attachments/20080806/2dfc1e13/attachment.htm > > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > Europe mailing list > Europe at list.conbio.org > http://list.conbio.org/mailman/listinfo/europe > > > End of Europe Digest, Vol 10, Issue 3 > ************************************* > From mba at uevora.pt Wed Aug 20 22:22:09 2008 From: mba at uevora.pt (mba at uevora.pt) Date: Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:22:09 +0200 (CEST) Subject: [Europe] Science manager - BIOCHANGE Lab In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <99eccb8ff96d4cee494ef34565ef5444.squirrel@mail.uevora.pt> Personal Assistant (PA) to the Director of the BIOCHANGE Lab I am seeking to hire a personal assistant during 2008 and 2009 to support coordination tasks in the BIOCHANGE Lab (www.biochange-lab.eu). The tasks include the writing of research proposals and reports, the organization of scientific meetings, the management of bibliographic databases, the development of outreach activities and the representation of the BIOCHANGE Lab when the Director is absent. The successful candidate should be the holder of a doctorate degree that has chosen not to follow a research career but is attracted to work in the management of scientific activities. In very special circumstances (e.g. candidates with more than 10 years of experience in the management of science) the holder of a MSc degree might also be considered. Required background and skills: - PhD degree in any branch of science. - Skills: Excellent writing, organizational and social skills - Language: Spanish as first language, English as first or second language. - Mobility: Availability to travel More information here: www.biochange-lab.eu From barbaramihok at gmail.com Fri Aug 29 02:19:16 2008 From: barbaramihok at gmail.com (Barbara Mihok) Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:19:16 +0200 Subject: [Europe] Fwd: Trans. : Survey of Experts on Climate and Energy In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1c14a1b80808290219j3d4c828cp74a1b88d77f30bfa@mail.gmail.com> On behalf of the European Climate Foundation (ECF), GlobeScan invites you to participate in a pan-European survey of experts on important energy and climate change issues facing the EU. The results of the survey will be used by the ECF to inform on-going advocacy and communications activities. You may be familiar with GlobeScan as a result of its recent worldwide Climate Decision Makers Survey. 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GlobeScan Incorporated 65 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 900, Toronto, Canada M4T 2Y3 Telephone: +1.416.962.0707 -- Barbara Mihok Coordinator Society for Conservation Biology - European Section 2nd European Congress of Conservation Biology http://www.eccb2009.org/ Hungarian Natural History Museum Ludovika t?r 2, Budapest, Hungary, 1083 T: 36-1-2101075, F: 36-1-3342785 http://www.conbio.org/Sections/Europe/ From Owen.Nevin at Cumbria.ac.uk Fri Aug 29 10:40:26 2008 From: Owen.Nevin at Cumbria.ac.uk (Nevin, Owen) Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:40:26 +0100 Subject: [Europe] Research positions at Centre for Marine and Environmental Research, Portugal Message-ID: <144E41B553B89B4CA8D1158D5CD7D8060107BCCD8FB0@BOW-EVS-V01.uoc.local> Assistant Researcher positions in Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning CIIMAR is opening five positions for Assistant Researchers at the postdoctoral level in Marine biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning to integrate a programme on biodiversity of Portuguese marine ecosystems, and the evolution of these ecosystems in face of local policies and global change. Portuguese and foreign researchers are encouraged to apply. These positions funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) are initial contracts for 5 years (possibility of unlimited renewal). Gross annual income: 43000 euros. The post-docs to be hired should have a PhD and at least 3 years of relevant post-doctoral experience, although candidates with exceptional cv and less than 3 years experience may be considered. They should have high-standard scientific production in the main fields relevant for the positions opened, namely: Up to one Assistant Researcher in Ecological Modeling. Up to two Assistant Researchers for the development of research in population genetics, systematics and phylogeography of marine organisms. Up to three Assistant Researchers for the characterization of biodiversity in coastal ecosystems and the analysis of biodiversity changes as a response to local policies and global change. Candidates should apply by sending a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, up to five selected reprints, names and reference contact information and copies of academic certificates. Reference contact information should include current and past post-doctoral and PhD supervisors. All documents must be sent by e-mail, in PDF format, and with clear indication of the job reference and title for this particular position to: eafonso at ciimar.up.pt. Final deadline for applications: September 30, 2008. See the complete job announcement at: http://www.cimar.org/TempDocs/Edital_BIOCOST.pdf For more information you can send an email to ispinto at ciimar.up.pt Besides these specific topics, we would like to hire a researcher on economics of ecosystem services / valuation of marine biodiversity and we are also accepting expressions of interest or in other fields that are relevant to CIIMAR's research (www.cimar.org ). For applying for these positions scientists should meet the following criteria: - must have finished the PhD at least 3 years ago. (in well justified cases of exceptional candidates this may not be necessary) - must have an excellent cv on his/her research field - must demonstrate how her/his research will fit with Cimar's objectives These candidates should be willing to develop an independent research line, in collaboration with other groups from Cimar and from other institutions, supervise students and postdoctoral researchers, and obtain independent funding for their research. In order to verify if you would be eligible for an independent research line application, please send (ASAP, no later than September 15, 2008) an e-mail to ispinto at ciimar.up.pt with your cv and e-mail contacts of 3 referees. Appointment of successful candidates is dependent on final approval by FCT. The Centre of Marine and Environmental Research of the University of Porto (CIIMAR), does research in different areas of Marine Sciences, including Biodiversity and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture and Biotechnology. CIIMAR, together with CCMAR, from the University of Algarve, constitute the Associate Laboratory, CIMAR, created in March 2002. As an Associate Laboratory, CIMAR is recognized as a centre of excellence in Marine Sciences, receiving special funding directly from the Ministry of Science. Cimar participates in several European and International projects and programs including the Networks of Excellence "Marbef: Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning" and "Marine Genomics Europe". _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Prof. Isabel Sousa Pinto Centre for Marine and Environmental Research University of Porto ispinto at ciimar.up.pt tel: + 351 968562856 www.cimar.org , www.marbef.org , www.biostrat.org , www.epbrs.org , www.eurobiodiversa.org , www.conbio.org/Sections/Europe/ University of Cumbria is a Company Limited by Guarantee, Registered in England & Wales No. 06033238. Charity Registration Number. 1117625. Registered Office: University of Cumbria, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, CA1 2HH. Telephone 01228 616234. Confidentiality: This email and its attachments are intended for the above named only and may be confidential. 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