Fred M. van Eck Scholarships
Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center
Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, Purdue University
The Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center (HTIRC) at Purdue University is seeking outstanding candidates interested in working toward M.S. or Ph.D. degrees. Areas of research include the chemically-mediated host colonization and mating behavior of wood-boring insects affecting hardwood trees.
Funding for the van Eck Scholarships is provided by the Fred M. van Eck Foundation for Purdue University whose purpose is to support research in the genetic improvement of high-value North American hardwood tree species.
Ideal students should be highly motivated and enthusiastic about working in the areas of chemical and behavioral ecology. Candidates should have well-developed quantitative skills, knowledge and experience in the biological sciences, a GPA of at least 3.2 and a top-tier GRE score.
Assistantships will be awarded at $18,000 (M.S.) and $20,500 (Ph.D.) per
year. In addition, an annual budget ($10,000) will be available for research support and a laptop computer will be provided for the duration of the scholarship.
For admission for fall semester 2013, applications must be received by November 16, 2012 (M.S. and Ph.D). Interested individuals should contact me directly via email (mginzel(a)purdue.edu<mailto:mginzel@purdue.edu>) to discuss their background, qualifications, and research interests. Please also provide a short (one page) letter of interest and a CV that includes cumulative GPA, GRE scores and contact information for at least three references.
More information on this scholarship opportunity can be found at www.htirc.org<http://www.htirc.org/> . If selected for a van Eck Scholarship, we will notify you to make formal application to Purdue University.
Matthew D. Ginzel, PhD * Associate Professor * Departments of Entomology and Forestry & Natural Resources * Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center *
Purdue University * 901 W. State Street * West Lafayette, IN 47907-2089 * 765.494.9369 * www.entm.purdue.edu/forest/<http://www.entm.purdue.edu/forest/>
The Missouri Department of Conservation is hiring a forest health specialist in the Forest Health Program (Columbia, Missouri, USA) to support the forest pathologist and forest entomologist. Specific duties and responsibilities will be dependent on the skills of the successful applicant but would include insect and disease diagnostics, coordinating gypsy moth and other forest health survey activities, GIS mapping, and assisting with outreach efforts. We encourage candidates with a background in plant pathology, entomology, plant biology, forestry, or closely related natural resource degree and GIS work experience to apply. Training and experience gained in the position would prepare the selected candidate to continue in this position or move to advanced forest health positions. Closing date for applications is October 31, 2012.
For more information see: Resource Forester Assistant, Columbia (Job Number 2012-070) at: https://mdc5.mdc.mo.gov/recruitment/Recruitment.aspx?strRoute
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Simeon Wright
Forest Pathologist
Tel. 573-815-7901, ext 3947
Simeon.Wright(a)mdc.mo.gov<mailto:Simeon.Wright@mdc.mo.gov>
Rob Lawrence
Forest Entomologist
Tel. 573-815-7901, ext 3946
Rob.Lawrence(a)mdc.mo.gov<mailto:Rob.Lawrence@mdc.mo.gov>
Missouri Dept. of Conservation
3500 East Gans Road
Columbia, MO 65201
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Begin forwarded message:
> From: risch <anita.risch(a)wsl.ch>
> Subject: PostDoc in ecosystem functioning/entomology, Switzerland
> Date: October 1, 2012 8:51:19 AM EDT
> To: Andrew Storer <storer(a)mtu.edu>
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> Hey Andrew,
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> Would you mind passing the following add along to folks that might be interested? Maybe also some entomology lists that you know off. Many thanks
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> Hope all is well.
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> Cheers,
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> Anita
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>> The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL is part of the ETH Domain. It employs approximately 500 people working on the sustainable use and protection of the landscapes and habitats and a responsible approach to handling natural hazards. The Research Unit Community Ecology studies how ecosystem pattern and processes influence arthropod communities and their dynamics. In a large national science foundation funded project we assess how functionally different groups of herbivores alter above- and belowground arthropod communities and the functioning of grassland ecosystems in the Swiss National Park. Starting March 1, 2013 or by agreement, we are looking for a
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>> PostDoc Ecosystem functioning / entomology (100%)
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>> You are assessing in both field and laboratory work how herbivores impact the composition of the entire arthropod community as well as the functioning of the ecosystem. You analyze your data with uni- and multivariate statistical methods and publish your results in internationally recognized scientific journals. Help with the supervision of students working within the project is strongly encouraged.
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>> You finished your dissertation in Ecology or a related field. You enjoy conducting research in a field setting and have considerable experience in animal, plant or/and soil ecology, entomology as well as statistics. You have a good publication record and speak and write English fluently. Speaking one of the Swiss national languages would be beneficial. You are an independent worker that performs tasks with high accuracy; you are innovative, communicative, flexible and a team player.
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>> Please submit your complete application until October 20, 2012 using the link http://internet1.refline.ch/273855/0217/++publications++/1/index.html or send your complete application using reference number 750 to Mrs. Sabine Hirt, Human Resources WSL. Anita C. Risch, phone +41 (044) 739 23 46 and Martin Schütz, phone +41 (044) 739 25 26, will be happy to answer any questions or offer further information.
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>> PD Dr. Anita C. Risch
>> Head of Plant-Animal-Interactions
>> Community Ecology
>> Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research
>> Zuercherstrasse 111
>> 8903 Birmensdorf
>> Switzerland
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>> Phone: +41 44 739 2346
>> Fax: +41 44 739 2215
>> Email: anita.risch(a)wsl.ch
>> http://www.wsl.ch/personal_homepages/risch
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> Head of Plant-Animal-Interactions
> Community Ecology
> Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research
> Zuercherstrasse 111
> 8903 Birmensdorf
> Switzerland
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> Phone: +41 44 739 2346
> Fax: +41 44 739 2215
> Email: anita.risch(a)wsl.ch
> http://www.wsl.ch/personal_homepages/risch
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Andrew J. Storer
Professor and Associate Dean
School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Director of the Michigan Tech Honors Institute
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49931-1295
Tel: (906) 487 3470
Fax: (906) 487 2915
email storer(a)mtu.edu
Please spread this information to potential applicants.
Kind regards,
Olle
POSTDOCTOR IN INSECT CHEMICAL ECOLOGY/ENTOMOLOGY, Lund University
Type of employment: Limit of tenure, 2 years
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Biology, Lund
First day of employment: 2012-10-01
Last day of applying: 2012-08-31
Official Records Number: NPA 2012/385
The work will include characterization of life history parameters and identification of olfactory or other cues suitable for effective detection and monitoring of the target species (Hungarian spruce scale) and its relatives.
See: http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=24914&Dnr=481360&Type=E
Forest Entomologist
Crown Research Institute Scion's purpose is to drive innovation and growth from New Zealand's forest industry and to create high value economic, environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand. As well as conducting research to enhance the international competitiveness and profitability of the current forest industry, Scion is at the leading edge of new technology development for renewable biomaterials and energy and the establishment of a broader based bio-economy.
We are seeking an experienced Forest Entomologist to be part of the Forest Protection Team which comprises over 30 entomologists, pathologists, botanists, pest management and fire researchers. The Team's purpose is to protect New Zealand's trees, forests, and forest products trade from insects, pathogens, weeds, and fire in perpetuity. The broad objectives of the research programme are exclusion of pests not present in New Zealand, reducing impact of pests that are present, and protection of the resource and markets.
We are looking for a Forest Entomologist with expertise in forest ecology and traditional forest entomology and who has the background and experience to design and establish complex field and laboratory trials. The position will contribute to the Pre-Border, Post-Border, and Market Access projects and will conduct independent research to identify and manage threats to forest health. The position will also contribute to the Diagnostics Team of the Forest Health Reference Lab, which is part of Forest Protection. Supervision of technical staff and students, assessment of data, and collaboration with scientists within New Zealand and overseas is part of the responsibilities, as well as a contribution to biocontrol, pest management, and biosecurity research projects.
Our ideal candidate will have a PhD or equivalent degree in forest entomology or similar field coupled with at least 3 - 7 years research experience. An understanding of invasive species ecology and management and insect taxonomy is required. Knowledge of forest ecology and management is desirable, as are skills in insect rearing and biological control. This is a full time permanent role, based in Rotorua.
Scion presents talented and ambitious individuals the unique opportunity to pursue a fulfilling professional career at the heart of New Zealand's forest industry. With its head office at the edge of Rotorua's world-famous Whakarewarewa Forest, Scion also offers a great working environment and, with its central location and proximity to coastal beaches and inland lakes, native forests, geothermal areas and volcanic ski-fields, many opportunities to balance work with the other things that are important in your life.
Closing Date: 24 August 2012
For further information and to apply online, please refer to our website:
www.scionresearch.com<http://www.scionresearch.com>
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The 5th Sudden Oak Death Science Symposium is next week, June 19 to 22, 2012!
For those of you who aren’t able to attend the conference in person, we will be providing a live video stream of the indoor talks on our UStream channel : http://www.ustream.tv/channel/fifth-sudden-oak-death-science-symposium.
In conjunction with the talks, we will also have a live chat and blog with real-time summaries and discussions.
You can check out the link now and find it again on our conference page (http://ucanr.org/sites/sod5/) when video streaming begins on Wednesday, June 20 and Thursday, June 21 from approximately 8:00 am to 5:15 pm, Pacific Daylight Time.
Please forward this message to anyone that might be interested.
Regards, Susan
Susan J. Frankel
Biologist, Sudden Oak Death Research
Urban Ecosystems and Social Dynamics Program
USDA-Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station
Mailing address:
PO Box 245
Berkeley, CA 94701
Street address:
800 Buchanan Street, West Annex Building,
Albany, CA 94710-0011
Phone: 510-559-6472 FAX :510-559-6440
sfrankel(a)fs.fed.us
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It's time to register for the 2012 joint Southern Forest Insect Work Conference and Southwide Forest Disease Workshop, 24-27 July 2012, Omni Charlottesville Hotel, in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA!
The 2012 SFIWC/SWFDW registration form is available exclusively online through Eventbrite this year. Go to http://2012sfiwc-swfdw.eventbrite.com to register. The registration fee is $190 ($140 for students and retired members), which includes a ticket to the Thursday night banquet for the registrant. Extra banquet tickets for guests are $35. Banquet tickets for kids 12 and under are $18. Registration receipts and banquet tickets will be distributed at the registration table.
Pre-registration on the Eventbrite website will be accepted until July 13, 2012. After this date, only on-site registration will be available.
IMPORTANT!!!: If you choose, you can now pay your registration fee online at the Eventbrite website (http://2012sfiwc-swfdw.eventbrite.com) with a credit card prior to the meeting! Please be aware that the deadline for paying via credit card is July 13, 2012. Credit card payments will NOT be accepted after this date! Credit card payments will NOT be accepted "at the door!"
IMPORTANT!!!: If you are not paying your registration fee with a credit card, please go to Eventbrite website (http://2012sfiwc-swfdw.eventbrite.com) to fill out the registration form, indicating your payment preference. There are options on the online registration form for paying via mailing a check to me or using a check or cash "at the door." Instead of pressing the "Register" button (to pay via credit card), press the "Show other payment options" and then "Pay Offline" buttons to select one of these additional payment choices.
Please be aware that an additional $8.00 fee applies to all Canadian and other non-U.S. checks.
This year's banquet will be a plated dinner with your choice of entrees: prime rib au jus or chicken stuffed with spinach and feta. Vegetarian plates (stuffed portobello mushroom) also are available; please be sure to mark your preference on the registration form. One banquet ticket (for yourself) is included in your registration fee. Extra banquet tickets for guests can be purchased using the online registration form. If you do not want to pay for your extra banquet ticket(s) using a credit card, please select the number of tickets you want and then choose your preferred method of payment. If you are paying for your extra banquet ticket(s) separately from your registration fee, please fill out separate online forms for your registration fee and ticket(s).
Remember to reserve your room at the Omni Charlottesville no later than July 2. Please use the group code "SFIWC" when booking your hotel reservation by phone (1-888-444-6664), or go online (http://omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/Charlottesville/MeetingFacilities/SFIWCSWF…) to get the special rate of $115.00 per night plus tax. Remember, this low rate is valid only for the first 110 rooms (first 50 on Monday, July 23).
Meeting details are available on http://www.sfiwc.org//2012/index.html<http://www.sfiwc.org/2012/index.html>.
I hope to see you in Charlottesville!
William P. Shepherd, SFIWC Secretary-Treasurer
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First IUFRO-FORNESSA Regional Congress
25-29 June 2012, Nairobi, Kenya
CONGRESS REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
Dear member of the IUFRO network,
Dear friend of IUFRO,
For the first time ever, an IUFRO-FORNESSA Regional Congress & ITTO/AFF
Forest Policy Day on "Forests and Trees: Serving the People of Africa and
the World" is being organized in Nairobi, Kenya on 25-29 June 2012.
This Regional Congress will provide a unique opportunity to stimulate and
enhance scientific cooperation with our colleagues, forest researchers and
organizations in Africa. The overall goal of the Congress is to demonstrate
how forest science is impacting on livelihoods, environmental management and
development in Africa. The Congress will highlight research that puts
relevant information in the hands of forest communities, forest managers,
policy makers, the private sector and civil society.
The Congress will take place at the premises of the World Agroforestry
Centre (ICRAF), United Nations Avenue, Gigiri, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya. An
overview of the Congress Timetable is posted on the website at
http://www.fornis.net/congress/en/homepage, as well as information on the
Congress venue, local logistics, accommodation and the Congress program. All
information is regularly updated with the most recent developments as the
Congress is coming closer.
Do not forget to make your registration before 15 May 2012 through the
Congress website at http://www.fornis.net/congress/en/homepage and pay the
registration fee as described at
http://www.fornis.net/congress/en/registrationfee. Your registration before
the deadline will be essential for arranging local transportation in
Nairobi, which can otherwise not be ensured by the local organizers.
The local Congress organizers and IUFRO Board members are looking forward to
seeing you at the first IUFRO-FORNESSA Regional Congress in Africa and will
be glad to welcome you in Nairobi.
Michael Kleine
IUFRO Deputy Executive Director
Dear colleagues,
With deep sorrow and regret, we have to announce that Professor Edwin
Donaubauer passed away on March 18, 2012 in his 80th year of life in
Vienna.
The burial took place on March 27 at Mauer Cemetery. A requiem will be
held at parish church St. Erhard, 1230 Vienna, Endresstrasse/Maurer
Hauptplatz, on Saturday, April 14 at 09:00.
Edwin Donaubauer was a pioneer of forest pathology, forest entomology
and forest protection in Austria. For 40 years he was one of the
influential persons of the Federal Forest Research Centre, Vienna (now
Federal Research and Training Centre for Forests, Natural Hazards and
Landscape – BFW, http://bfw.ac.at) and greatly contributed to its rise
to an international recognized institution for forest research, first as
a young scientist and from 1964 to 1994 as head of the Institute of
Forest Protection (http://bfw.ac.at/rz/bfwcms.web?dok=1244) Edwin
Donaubauer was also closely attached to the University of Natural
Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU, http://www.boku.ac.at/,
http://www.wabo.boku.ac.at/507.html) where he has been lecturing for 40
years, from 1971 to 2011.
Besides his national commitments in Austria, Edwin Donaubauer was
thinking in international dimensions, was in intensive contact with
numerous colleagues abroad and was strongly engaged in international
forest research activities (e. g. IUFRO and FAO). He was one of the
founders of the European Journal of Forest Pathology (now Forest
Pathology) and has been serving as a member of its editorial board for
38 years.
In a world of specialization Edwin Donaubauer always impressed us
because of his deep and broad knowledge in all sub-disciplines of forest
protection (forest pathology, forest protection, air pollution and
wildlife ecology). He will be remembered for his open and communicative
personality, his positive attitude to life, his good sense of humor and
his readiness to help others.
Edwin Donaubauer was so enthusiastically committed to teaching that he
continued to give lectures and courses into his late 70's, even until
November 2011. Generations of students will remember his enthusiasm for
science, his inspiration as a teacher and his unique way of lecturing
combining well-grounded expert and practical knowledge with humorously
and colorful told anecdotes and case studies.
Attached you will find a photograph of Edwin, how we will remember him
(taken during an excursion to the Alps in 1991).
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and mentor to many. He is
survived by his wife Annelies, his daughters Andrea and Beatrix and his
son Christian and their families.
We strongly miss our passionate friend and insightful mentor!
Warm regards,
Erhard Halmschlager & Thomas Kirisits (BOKU), Thomas L. Cech &
Christian Tomiczek (BFW)
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An obituary, written in German, has been posted on the BFW homepage:
http://bfw.ac.at/rz/bfwcms.web?dok=9175
Another obituary will be prepared for Forest Pathology.
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If you would like to send cards or condolences, the address of the
family is as follows:
Familie Donaubauer
Kanitzgasse 49
1230 Vienna
Email: christian.donaubauer(a)selfnet.at (son)
Hello FORENT,
Early Alert: Post Doctoral Scholar Position.
Oregon State University, College of Forestry, Department of Forest Engineering, Resources, and Management and the Pacific Northwest Research Station will be filling the position of postdoctoral scholar with experience in entomology and ecology. Desired start date June 1, 2012.
This position will be located in the Forestry and Range Sciences Laboratory in La Grande, Oregon.
The incumbent will participate responsibly with research scientists to carry out most phases of complex/multi disciplinary research projects concerning the ecology of native and exotic insects in northwest conifer and hardwood forests (balsam woolly adelgid), fire and bark beetle mortality of conifers, as well as bio-control of invasive plant species. Desired skills include quantitative data analysis and writing. Successful candidates will assume full technical and operational responsibility for project installations, data collection, data entry, analysis, and writing for multiple studies. The work will require extensive travel throughout OR, ID, MT, UT, WA, and CA during the field season from June through October.
The work also requires regular and recurring physical exertion requiring walking on rough terrain, climbing steep banks, and traversing ditches and furrows. The duration of the activity contributes to the arduous nature of the job. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry to cool and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. Work requires the use of safety equipment such as boots, gloves, goggles, and hardhats. Employee must exercise safe work practices.
ABOUT LA GRANDE:
Magnificent scenery, wildlife and waterfowl, historic sites, and outdoor adventure await you in La Grande. Nestled between the Wallowa Mountains and the Blue Mountains, La Grande is located off of I-84 in the Grande Ronde Valley. As Union County's county seat, La Grande is a bustling and vibrant small town community.
Un-crowded camping, hiking, backpacking and nordic and alpine skiing are all available for visitors. La Grande is close to the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. This national forest is over 2 million acres in size and includes all or parts of the Eagle Cap Wilderness, Hells Canyon, Monument Rock and North Fork John Day wilderness areas. There are 60 campgrounds, and more than 1,700 miles of trails. There are also opportunities for snowmobiling, mountain biking, camping, picnicking, swimming, boating and water skiing in the mountains, trails and lakes in the national forest. Fishermen can try catching some of the 13 species of fish, including trout, steelhead and salmon, in the many rivers and lakes. Or, try some hair-raising white water rafting on the Grande Ronde River.
Downtown La Grande has a pedestrian friendly shopping district. The tree lined streets enhance examples of turn of the century architecture. Eastern Oregon State University is just a ten minute walk from the shopping district.
Contact:
Rob Progar
Forest Science Lab
1401 Gekeker Ln.
LaGrande, Oregon 97850
rprogar(a)fs.fed.us<mailto:rprogar@fs.fed.us>
541.962.6578
David Shaw
Dept. Forest Engineering, Resources and Management
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331
dave.shaw(a)oregonstate.edu<mailto:dave.shaw@oregonstate.edu>
541.737.2845
David Shaw
Extension Forest Health Specialist and Director, Swiss Needle Cast Cooperative
Department of Forest Engineering, Resources and Management (Associate Professor)
College of Forestry, Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon 97331
Phone: 541.737.2845
Fax: 541.737.4316
dave.shaw(a)oregonstate.edu
Swiss Needle Cast Cooperative: http://sncc.forestry.oregonstate.edu/
FERM page: http://ferm.forestry.oregonstate.edu/facstaff/shaw-david
