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OUTREACH COORDINATOR. The Wildlife Center is currently seeking applications
for the position of Outreach Coordinator. This person will play a
significant role in supporting and promoting the Wildlife Center’s mission
of teaching the world to care about and to care for wildlife and the
environment. Responsibilities include: • Working closely with the Director
of Outreach, the Outreach Coordinator will help promote and improve ongoing
outreach programs and identify and develop new outreach opportunities. •
Promote and share Center stories and information with supporters and the
general public, including updates about current patients, stories about
education animals, and current wildlife issues. • Promote, schedule, and
present on- and off-site outreach programs and events for various age
groups. • Develop and design educational information for Center visitors,
including themed displays in the Center’s library and outdoor kiosks. Assist
in the development and production of brochures, promotional items, and other
marketing materials. For a complete job description, please visit: 
http://www.wildlifecenter.org/wp/2010/07/job-opening-outreach-coordinator/
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and salary
expectations to: Director of Outreach, Wildlife Center of Virginia, P.O. 
Box 1557, Waynesboro, VA 22980 (EM: outreach AT wildlifecenter.org).

PHD SCHOLARSHIPS available at Monash Uni, Melbourne, Australia. 
Deadline: 31 May 2012. 
http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/futurestudents/researchapps/index.html
http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/futurestudents/eligibility/ Are you interested
in pursuing a graduate career in avian behavioural and evolutionary ecology?
I offer the following projects: Life-history
trade-offs: the role of ecological immunology and oxidative stress;
Interactions between mating and breeding system in Australian fairy-wrens;
Avian colour signals: form and functions; MHC immuno genetics and genetic
diversity; Heritability of behavioural and physiological traits. Please
contact me if you are interested in exploring research opportunities in any
of these research areas. My research approaches include observational and
experimental studies on mostly free-living but also captive birds. Potential
techniques include behavioural observations, reflectance spectrometry,
immune assays and manipulations, genetic/genomic analysis, oxidative damage
analyses, hormone analysis and treatment by implants, animal models. I
mainly use Australian fairy-wrens as model organisms. Field sites are in
SE-Australia (superb fairy-wrens), and in the wild monsoonal tropics of
NW-Australia (purple-crowned fairy-wrens; Kimberley). I have a population of
colour-banded birds, existing samples (blood, plasma) and an detailed
database available (purple-crowned fairy-wrens). This round is
under-subscribed, but contact me soon if you are interested , Dr. 
Anne PETERS (EM: anne.peters AT monash.edu).

CONTINUING EDUCATION COORDINATOR - Position #83619. Organization: 
University of Washington - COASST. Location: Seattle, WA. Deadline 27 April
2012. Duration: Open. Job Type: Permanent. Job Description: The Coastal
Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) is a 14 year old continuing
education program that reaches out to citizens in coastal communities in the
North Pacific with the particular goal of training non-experts in science,
monitoring, and seabird natural history. 
Education interaction includes but is not limited to: 1) training workshops
for new and continuing participants, 2) evening lectures and linked
networking events, 3) print and website content, and 4) continuous
one-on-one email/phone conversation to address individual questions/concerns
regarding COASST protocols, seabird identification and other scientific
questions. the purpose of the Continuing Education Coordinator is short and
long-term operation control of outreach, training, and coordination of over
700 citizen scientists in 4 states. 
The COASST program is the largest citizen science program at the UW,
involving over 250 Washington residents, and over 700 participants across
four states. The expected annual growth of the COASST program is 10-15%. As
the lead position training and coordinating COASST participants, this
position has a significant influence on the education and community service
aspects of the mission of the UW, particularly through continuing education
of adult learners. The Continuing Education Coordinator will represent the
COASST program, and the UW, at multiple training and outreach events
annually, and will represent COASST in daily electronic interaction with
program participants. In addition, this position will interact with a
variety of community groups (e.g., local Audubon chapters); municipal,
state, tribal and federal agencies (e.g., Washington Dept. of Fish and
Wildlife, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration); and K-12 and
higher education organizations (e.g., local high schools and community
colleges). This position is responsible for the operational control of a
continuing education program of over 700 adult learners from dozens of
coastal communities in Washington, Oregon, California, and Alaska. In
addition to recruiting and training new COASST program participants off-site
(necessitating night and weekend work and overnight travel), this position
must interact with all current program participants, including timely
answers to participant questions; development and delivery of print, web,
email, and phone outreach; innovation to the existing training program to
meet participant needs and knowledge level. In addition, this position must
recruit and train undergraduate students from the UW as junior and senior
interns in the COASST program, and direct their efforts with particular
regard to assisting in training, communication, logistics, and other
functions related to COASST participant continuing education. 
Finally, this position must interact with the COASST Program Coordinator and
Executive Director to ensure that scientific content is up to date in all
training materials, as well as to ensure that participant-collected data are
of high quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) relative to the
scientific needs of the program. The duties of this position will include
participant education, including marketing, recruiting, training,
communication and coordination of new and current COASST participants; lead
responsibilities for managing the efforts of over 70 participants
(volunteers); student intern education and management, including recruiting,
training, and managing 8-10 junior interns and 1-3 senior interns each
quarter; special projects, which may
include: significant revision of COASST training materials (published field
guides, protocols, and PowerPoint lessons), assistance in COASST participant
data manipulation and analysis, and working with independent program
evaluators to develop assessment tools to determine the level of knowledge
and satisfaction COASST participants gain during and following trainings.
Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: -Bachelor's degree in biology or related field
and three years work experience OR Master's degree in related field and one
year of work experience. -Demonstrated teaching, communication and/or
outreach experience targeting adult learners. 
-Demonstrated knowledge of birds. Equivalent education/experience will
substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal
requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED: 
-Advanced knowledge of MS Office. -Advanced public and professional speaking
ability. -Experience developing science-oriented training sessions. -Data
manipulation and analysis skills. -Website management experience. -Valid
driver's license. Condition of Employment: A satisfactory outcome from a
criminal background verification may be required prior to hire. -Ability to
work occasional nights and weekends, and travel overnight. -Ability to
efficiently and effectively travel locally to alternate work site if needed.
Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: 
-Bachelor's degree in biology or related field and three years work
experience OR Master's degree in related field and one year of work
experience. -Demonstrated teaching, communication and/or outreach experience
targeting adult learners. -Demonstrated knowledge of birds. 
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum
qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a
license/certification/registration. DESIRED: -Advanced knowledge of MS
Office. -Advanced public and professional speaking ability. -Experience
developing science-oriented training sessions. -Data manipulation and
analysis skills. -Website management experience. -Valid driver's license.
Condition of Employment: A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background
verification may be required prior to hire. -Ability to work occasional
nights and weekends, and travel overnight. -Ability to efficiently and
effectively travel locally to alternate work site if needed. Application
Process: Part of the application process for this position includes
completing an on-line cover letter assessment as well as the Employment
Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in
the evaluation process. The
assessment(s) will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you
select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the
assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it
later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready.
Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be
considered for this position until the assessment is complete. To apply, go
to: 
https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=j
obprofile&szOrderID=83619&szCandidateID=0&szSearchWords=&szReturnToSearch=1
Click at the upper left, "Apply for this job" For specific inquiries
regarding the position, please contact (but do not send application
materials to): JANE DOLLIVER, Program Coordinator, COASST ((PH: 
206-221-689, EM: dolliver AT uw.edu).

CROSSBILL TECHNICIAN IN SOUTHERN IDAHO at University of Wyoming. 
Website: http://www.uwyo.edu/benkman/ Location: South Hills, Idaho. 
Duration: 3 months. Job Type: Seasonal. Application Deadline: 11 May 2012.
Job Description: One field assistant needed starting June 1 through August
(end date negotiable) to continue a long-term research project with
crossbills in the South Hills of Idaho. The field site is located in
south-central Idaho in the Cassia district of the Sawtooth National Forest
about 40 miles southeast of Twin Falls, ID. Research is directed at
conservation of the South Hills Crossbill, a resident Red Crossbill
population restricted to lodgepole pine forest. Duties consist of extracting
birds from mist-nets, resighting banded individuals, conducting bird point
counts, taking basic vegetative measurements, and data entry. Summers are
usually dry and temperatures range from 40s at night to highs in the 70s to
80s during the day, although during the first two weeks of June snowfall is
likely. Assistants are expected to work 6-7 days per week. Compensation:
Housing, worker’s compensation insurance, on-site mileage reimbursement for
work-related tasks, and $400/week. Qualifications: Must have experience
handling and removing songbirds (especially finches) from mist nets and be
comfortable living in a remote location with few amenities. A good sense of
humor, positive attitude, creativity and patience are a must when trying to
determine how to handle daily field situations. Good communication skills,
ability to walk on uneven terrain with a 30 lb backpack, experience
conducting point counts, and experience collecting basic habitat
measurements are also desired. Experience driving 4WD/ATV vehicles a plus. A
competitive applicant will be responsible, detail-oriented, hard working,
comfortable working alone in remote locations, and interested in avian
ecology and conservation. Personal transportation required. To Apply: 
Please send a cover letter (include an estimate of the number of birds you
have extracted from a mist net), resume, and contact information for three
references to ZACHARY GAYK (EM: zgayk AT sbcglobal.net).

RAPTOR ECOLOGY FIELD TECHNICIAN - 1 full time and 1 part time Agency: 
Mississippi State University, College of Forest Resources Location: 
Puerto Rico, West Indies. Dates: July 2012-July 2013. Application dead
line: May 15 2012 Salary: full time $ 290 usd per week approximately, and
part time $ 7.25/hr usd. You will likely be expected to pay transportation
costs to Puerto Rico, and other migratory expenses. 
Housing is provided. Job Description: The goal of this project is to develop
analytical tools for spatio-temporal, habitat analysis, territory occupancy
to discuss implications of conservation and management of top predators
responding to habitat change in oceanic tropical islands. The field
technicians will be assisting a graduate student in a project to estimate
populations and landscape habitat models of the Red-tailed Hawk and the
endangered Puerto Rican Sharp-shinned Hawk at Luquillo Mountains and the
Cordillera Central in Puerto Rico. The Field technicians will mainly help to
conduct road and broadcast raptor surveys, raptor nest searches, terrestrial
bird point counts, vegetation plots, habitat measurements, landowner
communication, and minor office tasks. Qualifications: Applicants should be
working toward or have obtained a B.S. in wildlife ecology or a related
field. 
Previous field experience is essential. It is important to be familiar with
raptor and terrestrial birds monitoring techniques, as well as to be able to
learn quickly to identify Puerto Rican birds by sight and by sound. Being
able to navigate with topographic maps, compass orienteering, and GPS skills
are required. A valid driver's license is needed, as well the ability to
operate a manual transmission & 4wd, and feel comfortable operating ATVs
(all-terrain motorcycles). The candidates should be in good physical
condition, because daily work involves hiking in rugged terrain. The
applicants have to be comfortable working long hours in hot and humid
conditions, sometimes expecting inclement weather. Applicants should be
self-motivated and able to work both alone and as part of a team. Being
familiar with GIS and with protocols such as Distance sampling, Presence,
Habitat Suitability are a plus. Native Spanish speakers with
intermediate/advanced English level or native English speakers with
intermediate/advanced Spanish level will be preferred. But above all, a
positive attitude and desire to work and learn are essential qualities that
we are seeking in a candidate. 
Application: Submit electronically by April 28, 2012: 1) unofficial
transcripts; 2) resume/cv (two pages maximum) with three references; 3) one
page cover letter highlighting (a) field experience, (b) explaining career
goals, and (c) details your work or educational experience that is most
relevant to this position. Contact: JULIO C. GALLARDO, Graduate Research
Assistant; (EM: jgallardo AT cfr.msstate.edu)

EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER with Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory. Website: 
http://www.rmbo.org Location: Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Duration: 6 weeks, Aug
27 – Oct 5, 2012. Job Type: Seasonal. Application Deadline: 6 July 2012. Job
Description: Experienced bird bander needed for fall migration banding
station in western Nebraska. Position is 5 weeks of banding, approximately 1
Sept. - 5 October, plus an orientation/training session at RMBO headquarters
in Brighton, CO, tentatively 27-31 August. Primary duties are bird capture
and banding, but also include: set-up and dismantling of banding station,
including clearing net lanes, erecting and maintaining nets, and proper
storage of nets at the end of the banding season. Must be able to operate
12-20 nets without assistance. 
Attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills desired. 
Responsible for both field and electronic (Excel) data entry. Normal work
schedule is Monday-Friday; occasional weekends required. Hourly
rate: $12.50 - 13.50, commensurate with experience. Housing and all
equipment provided. Personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto
insurance required. Qualifications: Prior experience and proficiency in
mist-netting, safe extraction and proper handling, and efficient banding and
processing of birds. Must be able to identify, age, and sex a variety of
bird species captured, primarily, but not limited to, passerines. Knowledge
of both western and eastern NA bird species desired. B.S. in biology,
ecology, zoology, or related field preferred. 
Knowledge of avian biology and bird migration, and the ability to
effectively communicate to education program participants at the banding
station. To Apply: Send letter of interest, current resume, and 3 references
familiar with your banding skills to: NANCY GOBRIS [EM: 
nancy.gobris AT rmbo.org (email preferred)] P.O. Box 1232, Brighton, CO
80601.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST II - Position #140005/Migratory Game Bird
Specialist. This permanent, full-time position is located in the Fisheries
and Wildlife Division, Wildlife Section, located at the Emporia Research &
Survey Office, Emporia, KS; and is directly supervised by Tom Bidrowski,
Environmental Scientist II. This position provides assistance to the lead
KDWPT employee that supervises, coordinates, and develops the migratory game
bird program on a statewide basis. The migratory game bird program is
important economically to the state of Kansas. The incumbent will be
responsible for dove, crane, and other webless migratory game bird hunting
regulation development for the State of Kansas. The duties of this position
are outlined below. 
Migratory Game Bird Resource Monitoring, Research and Surveys – interprets
and disseminates wildlife information to agency personnel, the public, and
various industries through the media and by direct contact; identifies
migratory game bird information needs and follows program direction, and
where appropriate, acquires and analyzes information, e.g., field research
or restoration projects; works with area manager to plan, submit, implement,
and review migratory game bird investigations aimed at addressing specific
management; assists with planning and implementing wildlife habitat
improvement programs; assists in the development of management strategies
for use by Wildlife Section and Public Lands Section management personnel on
migratory game birds. 
Migratory Game Bird Resource Planning and Regulation Development – assists
in the orderly formulation of proposed regulations, policies, and guidelines
upon which the department will administer activities dealing with optimal
harvest and other uses of the state’s wildlife resources, particularly as
they relate to migratory game birds; assists in providing input to the
department’s comprehensive and strategic planning process. Supervision and
Administration – supervises up to three part-time, temporary personnel;
coordinates agency personnel on specific projects; prepares and submits
state- and department-required weekly, monthly, and annual reports; assists
and coordinates development of specifications for the acquisition of
equipment, instruments and supplies needed to maintain the migratory game
bird program; assists in the development of annual budget documents
pertaining to the webless migratory game bird program; ensures expenditures
for this statewide program are within budgeted guidelines. Education and
Public Affairs – represents the department and Fisheries and Wildlife
Division at in- and out-of-state meetings and conferences for dissemination
of data, information, and training purposes; participates in all activities
of the Central Flyway Nongame Migratory Bird, Webless Migratory Game Bird,
and Central Management Unit Dove technical committees, and acts as state’s
council member advisor on related items; participates in public meetings
relative to webless migratory game birds; presents department
recommendations concerning specific regulatory changes to KDWPT Commission
in public meetings; informs the public of outdoor recreational
opportunities, wildlife value, department regulations, wildlife management
activities, and agency programs via media contacts, personal contacts,
appearance requests, and the internet; maintains liaison contact with
various special interest groups through meetings and serving on committees;
prepares professional publications and newspaper and magazine articles;
addresses general public questions and concerns (relating to webless
migratory game birds) via all media; responds to telephone and written
inquiries from the public and other departmental personnel, other
state/federal agencies concerning agency activities and programs; provides
technical expertise and assistance to other sections and divisions as
needed, requested, or directed; coordinates and participates in Cheyenne
Bottoms public information and education efforts–this involves media work,
public appearances, professional presentations to various groups,
preparation of technical articles for publication, and responses to
correspondence and inquiries. 
BENEFITS: Beginning hourly salary, $22.16; group health and life insurance;
retirement; Deferred Compensation and KanElect options; holidays; and sick
and vacation leave. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in
environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources and one year of
experience in a field of environmental sciences/agricultural sciences or
natural sciences/resources. Additional experience in the biological
sciences, agricultural sciences, physical sciences, natural sciences/
resources, mathematics or engineering may be substituted for the required
education as determined relevant by the agency. A bachelor’s degree in
wildlife management and related field experience are strongly preferred.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES: The successful applicant must
have a mix of expertise in ecology or related fields, and experience with
research study design, quantitative modeling and analysis. The applicant
must have good communication skills and be able to work in an
interdisciplinary research environment and with resource managers in
meetings and workshops. Computer skills are highly desirable, in particular,
experience with relational databases, Geographic Information Systems, and
statistical analysis software (SAS, SPSS). Applicants should have experience
working with: avian field surveys (dove, grassland birds, shorebirds,
waterfowl, etc.), avian capture, handling, and marking. The successful
applicant will be innovative and resourceful self-starter able to work with
minimal supervision and demonstrate organizational skills. The successful
candidate must pass a background check. HOW TO APPLY: Qualified applicants
must register with the State of Kansas by completing the personal
information registration form to obtain their State of Kansas Applicant ID
Number. This form may be completed online at (URL: 
http://www.da.ks.gov/ps/aaa/recruitment/). Qualified applicants may apply by
submitting ALL of the following items: 1) a letter of interest, which
includes your State of Kansas ID Number; 2) a detailed resume; 3) transcript
material (copies of official transcripts or unofficial student copies are
acceptable as long as degree is conferred); 4) KDWPT employment application
located at (URL: 
http://kdwpt.state.ks.us/news/KDWPT-Info/Jobs/Additional-Info-Employment-App
lication);
5) an authorization to release information form** located at (URL: 
http://kdwpt.state.ks.us/news/KDWPT-Info/Jobs/Additional-Info-Employment-App
lication);
and, **Please note, this form must either be witnessed and signed by a
Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism employee or signed in front
of and notarized by a notary public. We reserve the right to conduct a
background check on all qualified applicants. 6) Kansas Tax Clearance
Certificate: Each applicant applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must
obtain a State Tax Clearance Certificate by accessing the Kansas Department
of Revenue’s website at (URL: 
http://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html). A Tax Clearance is a
comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an
individual’s account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. 
Applicants are responsible for submitting their certificate with all other
application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with
Executive Order 2004-03. Application materials should be sent to Human
Resources Office, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, 512 SE
25th Avenue, Pratt KS 67124, phone number 620-672-5911. 
Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application
packet must be submitted for each position. We no longer make copies of
previous applications. Submitted application materials will be reviewed in
Pratt to assure that the position minimum requirements are met, and those
meeting the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the respective
division for interview selection. Applicants are notified whether or not
they are selected to interview. The interview is generally a one-time, panel
interview consisting of position-specific questions for all applicants (same
questions for each applicant), with the selection being made after all
candidate interviews are completed. 
Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their
spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will
receive an interview if they meet the minimum requirements of the position.
The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions
are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the appointing
authority. Additional VPE information can be found at (URL:
http://da.ks.gov/ps/aaa/recruitment/veterans.htm). 
Applicants claiming veterans’ preference for the first time must mail a copy
of your DD-214 to the Kansas Department of Administration, Division of
Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson, Room 252S, Topeka KS 66612, or FAX to
785/291-3715. DEADLINE TO APPLY – POSTMARK: April 27, 2012. The Americans
with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during
the employment process–individuals with disabilities are encouraged to
contact the agency recruiter if reasonable accommodations are needed for any
part of the application or hiring process. Equal Opportunity Employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference Eligible.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT FOR PHD STUDENT at Tulane University. Location: Manu
National Park, Peru. Duration: 2 months. Job Type: Volunteer Application
Deadline: 5 June2012. Job Description: I am looking for an assistant for my
Phd research in Manu National Park, Peru. We are investigating the impacts
of hummingbird foraging behavior on pollination networks and plant
reproductive success. The work will involve trapping hummingbirds, using
RFID technology, and surveys of flowering plants. Logistics: Field crew will
consist of myself, a local botanist, and... You? Accommodation will be a
camping platform at a rainforest lodge. The job will be from mid-July
Through mid-September. I will cover local transportation from Cusco to field
sites, food, and accommodation. Qualifications: Must have significant
experience working with hummingbirds. Tropical field experience preferred.
To Apply: Please send a CV, a brief paragraph about yourself and why you'd
be interested, and provide at least one professional reference. If you're
not sure if you want to apply/have more questions, please feel free to
contact me as well, at (EM: jhazlehu AT tulane.edu)

SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER SURVEYOR at SWCA Environmental Consultants.
Website: http://www.swca.com Location: Yuma, Arizona. 
Duration: 3 months. Job Type: Temporary. Application Deadline: 30 April
2012. Job Description: SWCA Environmental Consultants is an employee-owned
company of environmental professionals who specialize in natural and
cultural resource management, environmental planning, and regulatory
compliance. We are seeking a Surveyor for endangered southwestern willow
flycatcher studies along the Lower Colorado River between Blythe and Yuma.
Field duties will primarily involve conducting standardized early morning
broadcast surveys. Vegetation and microclimate sampling also required.
Compensation: $17.00 per hour working a schedule of 10 days on (80 hours)
and 4 days off. $39 daily per-diem when away from assigned duty station.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: 
Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for 3
professional references. Contact Mary Anne McLeod at [log in to unmask] or
928-774-5500 x4207 with any project related questions. Position will be
filled as qualified applicants are identified. Qualifications: Position runs
from May 9th to early August 2012. Daily computer data entry is required.
Housing and vehicles provided. Mileage reimbursement is provided for work
related use of personal vehicles. Applicants must be able to work closely
with other biologists, have full hearing and color vision, have current
eligibility to work in the U.S., and possess a valid driver’s license.
Position requires stooping/crawling through dense vegetation and tolerance
of hot temperatures, high humidity, and biting insects. Qualified applicants
will have at least one field season of avian research experience. Preferred
qualifications include prior experience with willow flycatchers, experience
in the identification of southwestern U.S. riparian birds, and experience
using motorboats. 
Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, SWCA has offices throughout the West,
Pacific Northwest, and the Pacific Islands. Since its founding in 1981, SWCA
has achieved a national reputation for providing its clients with
professional integrity as well as creative solutions based on sound science.
SWCA ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. In
support of our value of integrity, SWCA promotes a safe and drug free
workplace. We participate in e-verify and pre-employment background
screening services. SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and
encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered
veterans to apply. To Apply: How to Apply: 
Resumes must be received through our online application system to receive
consideration. Please visit our company website at www.swca.com and click on
the careers tab. By clicking on new resume you can submit the required
documentation. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Please include a resume, cover letter
and contact information for 3 professional references. Contact MARY ANNE
MCLEOD (EM: mmcleod AT swca.com, PH: 
928-774-5500 x420)7 with any project related questions. Position will be
filled as qualified applicants are identified.

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Mid-continent Mallard Movement Ecology at
University of Missouri. Website: http://quinnkesler.net Location: 
Columbia, MO. Duration: 1+ years. Job Type: Post-doc. Application
Deadline: 4 May 2012. Job Description: We are seeking a Postdoctoral
Associate to conduct analyses of movements and resource use in mid-continent
mallards. The postdoc will synthesize movement information from
satellite-tracked ducks with resource information to help identify key
habitat features selected by the birds throughout the annual cycle. 
Qualifications: Current funding is anticipated for one year but extensions
may be possible to explore additional movement models. The successful
postdoctoral fellow will be employed in the Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
Department at the University of Missouri. Annual salary is $45,000 and full
benefits are included. Applicants need to have completed a Ph.D., and
possess a broad range of interests and associated skills. Research will
require substantial familiarity with geographic information systems,
databases, and statistical tools, and candidates should have a strong
interest in studying movement ecology and resource use. The successful
candidate must be able to communicate effectively in English, in public, and
with a range of cooperators from private and public institutions. To Apply:
Applicants should email a brief letter of interest, CV, and the names and
contact information for three references to DRS. LISA WEBB and DYLAN KESLER
(EM: webbli AT missouri DOT edu and EM: keslerd AT missouri DOT edu). For
additional information please visit http://quinnkesler.net and
http://www.biosci.missouri.edu/avianecology. Applications will be accepted
until 4 May.

POSTDOCORAL POSITION - Galliform Phylogenetics at University of Florida. 
Website: http://people.biology.ufl.edu/rkimball Location: Gainesville, FL.
Duration: 1+ years. Job Type: Post-doc. Application Deadline: 21 May 2012.
Job Description: A post-doc position is available at the University of
Florida (Gainesville, Florida) to work with Rebecca Kimball
(http://people.biology.ufl.edu/rkimball) and Edward Braun
(http://people.biology.ufl.edu/ebraun) on the phylogeny and evolution of the
Galliformes. The order Galliformes includes the two most economically
important birds (the chicken and turkey; both with complete genomes), some
of the most spectacular and recognizable birds (such as peafowl and
pheasants), and some of the most important avian model systems (e.g., the
chicken and Japanese quail). Despite intensive research on galliforms in
many areas, their evolutionary relationships remain poorly resolved,
limiting the ability to put the extensive information about galliform
species into a comparative framework. This project will use multiple genes
to produce a well-resolved evolutionary tree for the avian order Galliformes
by collecting sequences for many loci for a subset of taxa, and a smaller
set of loci for a large number of taxa. One problem is this group arises
from several rapid radiations at different evolutionary depths, and the
collection of data from large numbers of loci will allow us to explore
factors affecting resolution of these difficult phylogenetic problems. The
data matrix will also allow examination of patterns of avian molecular
evolution, complementing existing information available from mammals, while
the resulting phylogeny should benefit comparative studies. Qualifications:
A post-doc position is available at the University of Florida (Gainesville,
Florida) to work with Rebecca Kimball
(http://people.biology.ufl.edu/rkimball) and Edward Braun
(http://people.biology.ufl.edu/ebraun) on the phylogeny and evolution of the
Galliformes. The order Galliformes includes the two most economically
important birds (the chicken and turkey; both with complete genomes), some
of the most spectacular and recognizable birds (such as peafowl and
pheasants), and some of the most important avian model systems (e.g., the
chicken and Japanese quail). Despite intensive research on galliforms in
many areas, their evolutionary relationships remain poorly resolved,
limiting the ability to put the extensive information about galliform
species into a comparative framework. This project will use multiple genes
to produce a well-resolved evolutionary tree for the avian order Galliformes
by collecting sequences for many loci for a subset of taxa, and a smaller
set of loci for a large number of taxa. One problem is this group arises
from several rapid radiations at different evolutionary depths, and the
collection of data from large numbers of loci will allow us to explore
factors affecting resolution of these difficult phylogenetic problems. The
data matrix will also allow examination of patterns of avian molecular
evolution, complementing existing information available from mammals, while
the resulting phylogeny should benefit comparative studies. To Apply:
Questions and applications should be addressed to REBECCA KIMBALL (EM:
rkimballAT ufl.edu). Applications should include: 1) a cover letter
outlining your research experiences, interests and career goals; 2) a c.v.
including the names and contact information for at least 3 references; and
3) copies of up to 3 publications or manuscripts in review. Review of
applications will begin on May 21, 2012 and continue until position is
filled.