Belgian National Focal Point to the GTI

PhD fellowship in Lichenology (Systematic Botany) at the museum of Natural History of the University of Bergen (closing date: 9.XI.2009)

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

PhD fellowship in Systematic Botany (Sorbus-Rosaceae) at the Museum of Natural History of the University of Bergen (closing date: 9.XI.2009)

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

PhD Student in Biogeography, Societies, Climate Change, or Species Interactions

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

Opening: PhD Student in Biogeography, Societies, Climate Change, orSpecies Interactions

Positions for PhD students are available in the laboratory of Rob Dunn atNorth Carolina State University, with funding through a mix of researchassistantships and TAs to work on any of a wide range of topics. Studentshould be curious, driven and excited enough about science that it is whatthey might choose to do were they to win the lotter

Opportunities exist to work on… societies (be they insect or otherwise),climate change, biogeography or some combination thereof. Within thiscontext, students interested in the biology of parasites, infectiousdiseases, mutualists (be they butterflies, plants, microbes or anythingelse) or commensals of social insects and other societies are particularlyencouraged to apply.

Research projects that span more than one lab withinour conservation ecology lab group(http://www4.ncsu.edu/~rrdunn/labgroup.html), socialinsect group (http://www.ncsu.edu/project/honey_bee_res/NCSU-SIWG.html) or with existing collaborators associated withglobal projects on ants (http://www.antmacroecology.org/) are alsoencouraged.

Students who are interested in applying to the lab shouldsend a CV, a list of reference writers, and a writing sampleto Rob_Dunn “at” ncsu.edu. The CV should include information aboutexisting skill sets such as languages spoken, molecular techniques,natural history knowledge, databasing abilities, GIS, or taxonomicknowledge. If you canidentify, for example, every ant, fungus, springtail, carnivore tick, ormammal species in New Mexico, Alberta or anywhere else, let me know.

Current student projects in the lab include work on the biogeography ofcarnivores and their parasites, the behavior of male ants, theconsequences of the cryptic invasion of a termite specialist ant, andmodeling of the interactions between seed dispersers and seeds.

Labprojects include global analysis of the biogeography of ants, modelingconsequences of climate change for insects, pests and diseases, and aneffort to work with NASA to highlight areas where discovery of new speciesis most likely.

Inquires from individuals of diverse backgrounds and underrepresentedgroups are particularly encouraged.For more information about the lab see: http://www4.ncsu.edu/~rrdunn/

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PhD position: Plant Systematics, Department of Botany, Oklahoma State University

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

A PhD position is available to apply genomic approaches to plant systematics in the laboratory of Dr. Mark Fishbein at Oklahoma State University. This is an NSF-funded collaborative project with Dr. Aaron Liston and Dr. Richard Cronn at Oregon State University. The position involves sequencing the complete genome of Asclepias syriaca (milkweed) and chloroplast genomes from ca. 150 species of Asclepias and relatives. Research will involve field collecting plant samples, laboratory preparation of sequencing templates for the Illumina platform, and phylogenetic analysis. Opportunities exist for participation in genome assembly and annotation, and the development of an independent project in the area of genome analysis. A B.S. degree in Botany, Biology, Bioinformatics, or Computer Science is required; a M.S. degree with specialization in phylogenetics, plant taxonomy, or bioinformatics is desirable.

The position can be filled as early as January 2010 and is funded by a combination of research and teaching assistantships. The Oklahoma State University Botany Department (http://botany.okstate.edu) has a core strength in plant systematics and evolution coupled with active collaborations in the areas of systematics and molecular biology across many departments, including Zoology, Plant and Soil Sciences, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, among others. Research is supported by state-of-art core facilities in the areas of Recombinant DNA/Protein Resources and Bioinformatics, among many others.

To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial course transcript, and contact information for two references to mark.fishbein@okstate.edu

Curatorial Assistant for Laboratory Collections at the New York Botanical Garden

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

The New York Botanical Garden, a National Historic Landmark and one of New York City's premier cultural institutions seek a full-time Curatorial Assistant for Laboratory Collections to join our Science team.

The successful applicant will participate in a project to curate and database genomic DNA and tissue samples in the NYBG DNA Bank. Duties will include updating storage materials, integrating and organizing samples, capturing specimen information in a complex data base from which specimen labels will be produced, and retrieving and/or processing voucher herbarium specimens as needed. The incumbent will assist in the integration of existing databases into a single platform, testing newly developed data entry screens, and in developing educational and informational content for dissemination in various formats. We seek a resourceful individual who is well organized and able to work independently. Candidates should have a B.A., B.S., M.A., or M.Sc. in biology, preferably in organismal botany or zoology; experience with contemporary natural history collections management and/or databasing is preferred.

To Apply:

Qualified applicants should e-mail cover letter, resume and three references to the attention of Dr. Lisa M. Campbell at HR@NYBG.ORG (please use MS Word format) or visit our website at WWW.NYBG.ORG and click on Careers

Postdoctoral position (bivalves) at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

A postdoctoral position is available for a full-time researcher in the Bivalves-in-Time-and-Space project.

Initial appointment for this Field Museum-based term position is made for 12 months, with opportunity for performance-based renewal for up to 22 months.

Starting salary is $40,000.

The position is part of a larger NSF-funded project (http://www.bivatol.org/BiTS/) that aims to develop bivalves as a model clade for macroevolutionary studies, taking advantage of their excellent fossil record to test methods of molecular clock dating, ancestral state reconstruction, historical biogeography, and detecting spatial and temporal trends in evolution. The specific responsibilities of this particular position will involve morphological and taxonomic studies of Recent and fossil members of the marine bivalve family Veneridae. The successful applicant will also participate in regular meetings and possible collaborations with other members of the research team (S. Steppan, D. Jablonski, P. Mikkelsen, J. Huelsenbeck, J.J. ter Poorten) who are working on corresponding morphological, paleontological, molecular, and computational components.

Opportunity will exist for "first-authored" project development as well as for exposure to additional (e.g., molecular) techniques.

The candidate should have the following proven attributes:
PhD in relevant area
Experience in morphological techniques and approaches
Strong interest in species-level diversity
Capacity to work in a team as well as independently
Availability in early 2010

Interested candidates should send a CV, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references via email (pdf) to Rüdiger Bieler (rbieler@fieldmuseum.org).

Evaluation of applications will begin on November 15 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Earliest starting date will be in January 2010.

-- Rudiger Bieler -- Curator & Head Division of Invertebrates, Department of Zoology Field Museum of Natural History, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605-2496, U.S.A., phone +1(312) 665-7720 fax +1(312) 665-7754, e-mail <rbieler@fieldmuseum.org> Museum web page: <http://www.fieldmuseum.org>

Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity Biodiversity Research Centre, UBC

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

As a part of our NSERC CREATE training program in biodiversity research , the University of British Columbia seek applicants for a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship in the U.B.C. Biodiversity Research Centre.

The Centre is currently made up of over 40 members of the U.B.C. Science Faculty with interests in ecology, evolution, systematics, biodiversity and conservation. Preference will be given to candidates with bold ideas, demonstrated research ability, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will be expected to: conduct original research on core problems in biodiversity, foster interactions within the Centre, run a seminar series, and organize a retreat.

Starting date, 1 September 2010.

Salary $40,000 per yr.

Research stipend: $7,000 per yr.

Send curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a brief statement of goals to:

Search Chair, Biodiversity Research Centre, U.B.C., 6270 University Blvd., Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z4.

(Fax 604-822-2416, e-mail biodiversity.centre@ubc.ca).

Closing date for application, 5 January 2010.

See: http://www.biodiversity.ubc.ca/research/ppostdoc.html

Cybertaxonomist and Curator of Insects faculty position available at Arizona State University School of Life Sciences

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

The International Institute for Species Exploration (IISE) and School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, invite applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director of the IISE, Cybertaxonomist, and Curator of Insects. The successful candidate will join a trans-disciplinary team of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to modernization and advancement of descriptive taxonomy through innovation in cyberinfrastructure, e-monography, and collaborative taxonomy. Position will be filled at Assistant or Associate Professor rank, salary commensurate with experience. Requirements include an earned doctorate in insect taxonomy and demonstrated commitment to comparative morphology, taxonomic revisions, and collection growth and enhancement. Core research efforts are expected to be collaborative: organizing and leading a 'taxon knowledge community', seeking competitive external funding, leading expeditions, producing online monographs, and working with a team of scholars, scientists and engineers to identify and remove impediments to taxonomy through technology and practices. Candidate will teach a course in area of expertise.

To apply, please submit a letter indicating the level for which you are applying; your curriculum vitae; three publications and/or selected articles; and research and teaching statements.

A minimum of three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically; please include the names and e-mail addresses of each letter writer with your application.

Your application materials should be sent to Dr. Quentin Wheeler, Chair, Cybertaxonomist Search Committee, School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, c/o Ms. Anna Fields, PO Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501. Electronic applications as pdf files to anna.fields@asu.edu<mailto:anna.fields@asu.edu> are preferred.

The initial closing date of applications is January 4, 2010; applications will be reviewed weekly thereafter until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment.

Arizona State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. For additional information on this position and the School of Life Sciences, please visit http://sols.asu.edu/jobs.

Curator - Natural Life (Botany), Leicestershire (closing date 18 december 2009)

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated botany curator with proven collections management skills, a flair for exhibitions, a love of communication and great interpersonal abilities to join the Museums Collections Team of Leicestershire County Council.

This newly formed specialist team is looking for an experienced curator with a good understanding of systematic botany to manage our botany collections for current and future use, including lower plants. An enthusiasm for collections development will be essential for contributing in a flexible, exciting and diverse way the communication of natural history, at an exciting time for museum collections in Leicestershire.

You will be responsible for leading on natural history collections care, with particular responsibility for the botanical element of our natural life collections.
You will create exhibitions and interpretative material; support public talks and events to promote the collections.
You will promote access to the collections; and ensure a high standard of collections care, data and information management.
You will work closely with our dedicated team of volunteers and special interest groups.
You will have experience of working in an accredited museum, and be able to demonstrate good organisational, communication and I.T. skills.

http://www.leics.gov.uk/index/jobs/job_detailpage.htm?id=179245

For more information call Carolyn Holmes, Senior Curator Natural Life 0116 3054102

The Biodiversity Institute of Ontario at the University of Guelph offers a postdoctoral position for the barcoding of Lepidoptera

2011-01-10T09:05:48Z

DNA barcode studies employ a 650-base sequence near the 5' end of the mitochondrial gene COI to differentiate animal species. Over the past five years, over 750K DNA barcode records have been collected from approximately 100K species.

This information is building a capacity to rapidly identify organisms, aiding efforts to monitor global biodiversity patterns. The International Barcode of Life Project (www.ibolproject.org), scheduled for launch in late 2010, will allow coverage in the DNA barcode reference library to rise to 500K species by 2015.

Species of Lepidoptera have long been a major focus for DNA barcoding, and DNA barcodes are now available from nearly a quarter of the world's 160K described species. We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to advance efforts to build comprehensive barcode coverage for the Lepidoptera faunas of Australia and North America. This position involves four key activities linked to project organization and oversight:

Interact with external collaborators to obtain samples/specimens
Coordinate the submission of samples/specimens to the Canadian Centre for DNA Barcoding (www.dnabarcoding.ca), located within our Institute
Perform quality checks such as comparing image records to the collaborator-provided taxonomy and examining genetic distance trees built from the barcode records
Organize and manage data in the online DNA barcoding database, the Barcode of Life Data Systems (BOLD; www.boldsystems.org)

Candidates for this position should have a strong background in Lepidoptera taxonomy; experience in molecular phylogenetics is also desirable. The DNA barcode data gathered in this work will provide the opportunity for high-quality publications in areas such as integrative taxonomy, evolutionary biology, molecular ecology, or phylo-geography depending upon the expertise of the successful candidate.

To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to gsinger@ibolproject.org. As the position is available immediately, the review process will commence as applications are received.

Senior Researcher in Orchids, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

2011-02-24T07:28:37Z

MSc Degree/Postgraduate Diploma in the Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Plants

2011-02-24T07:28:37Z

Research Assistant – Solanaceae DNA Taxonomy

2010-04-07T09:39:51Z

at the Department of Botany, The Natural History Museum, London

Two Ph.D positions available for ethnobotanists at the National Herbarium of the Netherlands (NHN) Leiden

2010-04-14T09:53:24Z

Plant Use of the Motherland: Linking West African and Afro-Caribbean Ethnobotany is a new, NWO-funded, ethnobotanical research project that has started in February 2010 at the NCB Naturalis (section NHN). This study will compare medicinal and ritual plant use between the Suriname Maroons and their main ancestral tribal groups in Benin, Ghana and Gabon. We offer two PhD research projects:

Focuses on plants used for women’s health and child care in Benin and Gabon by means of literature reviews, database analyses, quantitative market surveys, interviews and plant collection in the field.
Focuses on plants used in traditional religion and magic rituals in Benin and Gabon by means of literature reviews, database analyses, quantitative market surveys, interviews and plant collecting in the field.

Lichen Biodiversity Scientist at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2010-04-19T14:59:29Z

Researcher, Bulbous Monocot Systematics and Conservation at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

2010-04-19T16:14:24Z

Ph.D./M.S. Positions in Systematic Entomology at Texas A&M University

2010-04-22T10:04:50Z

One or two post-doctoral positions - Department of Biology, University of Missouri St. Louis

2010-06-01T11:46:17Z

Senior Researcher position in Grasses at Kew

2010-06-02T11:53:40Z

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Insect Systematics at the University of Arizona

2010-06-02T12:01:30Z

PhD Student Position – Plant Molecular Evolution University of Vienna, Faculty Center Biodiversity, Systematic and Evolutionary Botany

2010-06-02T12:04:58Z

Postdoctoral research opportunity for a beetle morphologist/taxonomist

2010-06-07T11:27:52Z

Research fellow / PhD student "Bird pollination South Africa" at BiK-F - Germany

2010-09-16T16:31:07Z

The Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (BiK-F) has been founded by the Senckenberg Gesellschaft fuer Naturforschung, the Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, and additional partners. It is funded by the Federal State of Hesse through its Initiative for the Development of Scientific and Economic Excellence (LOEWE). The mission of the Centre is to carry out internationally outstanding research on the interactions of biodiversity and climate change at the organism level. The Project Area B "Biodiversity Dynamics and Climate" invites applications for a PhD position in the DFG-funded project “Spatial determinants of animal pollination and plant fecundity in South African Fynbos”.

Temorary curator of Ichthyology ate the Senckenberg Research Institute in Frankfurt, Germany

2011-01-10T09:07:25Z

The Senckenberg Research Institute in Frankfurt, Germany is seeking a temporary curator of Ichthyology. International applications are welcome. If you are interested, please refer to:

http://www.senckenberg.de/files/content/stellenausschreibungen/01-10035_curator_portal.pdf

Postpostdoctoral-position-in-weevil-curculionidae-taxonomytoral position in weevil (Curculionidae) taxonomy

2011-02-24T07:28:49Z