Title: Herpetologist
Job Number: 28011 (Classification: Faculty Appointment)
Agency: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Location: Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Job Description: The Department of Biology, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, has a tenure-track, nine-month faculty position in Herpetology (Assistant Professor), beginning August 2012. Teaching assignment includes courses in Herpetology, Evolution, Introductory Biology, and Senior Seminar. Research with undergraduates, department service, and student advising are expected. We seek applicants from under-represented groups.

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JONES-LOVICH GRANT IN SOUTHWESTERN HERPETOLOGY

Thanks to the generosity of Larry Jones and Rob Lovich, 100% of the proceeds from the sale of their book, Lizards of the American Southwest (2009, Rio Nuevo Press), goes to support herpetological field research in the American Southwest. HL student members have the chance to compete for a single $1000 grant each year.

1. An award ($1000.00) will be presented to one winner who is studying the amphibians or reptiles of the North American Southwest, including the southwestern United States or northwestern Mexico. This research can focus on any aspect of amphibian or reptile
biology, including behavior, conservation, ecology, physiology, or morphology and systematics.

2. See the HL web site for application form, complete rules and details, along with the cover page at:

http://www.herpetologistsleague.org/dox/joneslovichgrant.pdf

3. Entries must be received by 5:00 pm Pacific Time on 9 January 2012.

4. Send complete application (cover page, proposal, budget, CV) as a single PDF electronically to: Carol Spencer at

atrox@berkeley.edu

Please put ‘‘Jones-Lovich Research Grant’’ in the subject line.

5. One letter of support should be sent, preferably by email,
directly from the supporter to Carol Spencer at

atrox@berkeley.edu

6. Proposals will be reviewed by at least three professional scientists from the Jones-Lovich Grant Committee, and written feedback will be provided to the students by April 2012.

7. Funding will be dispersed in April 2012 and winners announced at 2012 World Congress of Herpetology in Vancouver, B.C.

THE RULES

1. The applicant must be a member in good standing of The Herpetologists’ League.
2. Both M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students are eligible. The applicant must be registered and in good standing in a degree-granting program.
3. One proposal is allowed per applicant per year.
4. The project must be original work that is authored and conducted by the applicant.
5. Projects that are already fully supported by other sources are not eligible.
6. The research must involve amphibians or reptiles that occur in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. The animals’ distribution must include at least one of the following states: Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico,
Utah, Chihuahua, Sonora, Sinaloa, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Coahuila, Zacatecas, Durango, Nuevo Leon, or San Luis Potosi.

PREPARATION GUIDELINES
(also check the HL website for updates to these details)

1. Word limit: 1200 words, not including citations, budget, cover page or CV.
2. Double spaced, 12 pt font.
3. Margins: 1 inch.
4. Include the cover page provided at the HL website.
5. Include a detailed budget, as well as sources and amounts of current and pending support.
6. Include a two-page CV that includes telephone number, and e-mail and mailing addresses.
7. Arrange in advance for one letter of support to be sent separately by the supporter.

This announcement brought to you courtesy of:
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
3 October 2011

Job Opening: Postdoctoral Scientist at UC Boulder

Creative and motivated candidates are invited to apply for a Postdoctoral
Scientist position working at the intersection of disease ecology and
amphibian conservation at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The
position will focus on exploring questions in one of two focal areas:

(1) Applying metacommunity theory to host-parasite interactions at
multiple spatial scales, and/or

(2) Understanding the immunological mechanisms that mediate patterns of
parasite coinfection and amphibian disease.

A wide range of parasites will be included in the study, but particular
emphasis will be placed on the trematode Ribeiroia ondatrae and its
effects on amphibian malformations. Previous field and/or experimental
experience with host-parasite systems is essential, and a background in
community ecology, landscape ecology and/or immunology is strongly
encouraged. Experience with GIS and analysis of spatial data is
preferred. Because funding for positions is derived from several sources,
the selected candidate will have some flexibility in developing specific
projects. Focal project areas include: using ecological ‘rules’ to
understand patterns of parasite interaction within and among hosts,
identifying the effects of host and parasite diversity on disease, and
evaluating the importance of dispersal and species interactions in
structuring host and parasite communities. Target start date is spring or
summer of 2010. Interested applicants should send (as a single pdf) the
following: a complete CV, contact information for references, and a brief
statement of research interests related to this position (<2 pages) to Dr.
Pieter Johnson (pieter.johnson@colorado.edu), Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology Department, University of Colorado (see
www.colorado.edu/eeb/facultysites/pieter).
DEADLINE EXTENDED: APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 15, 2010.
--
Pieter Johnson, PhD/Ecology and Evolutionary Biology/Ramaley N122, CB334
University of Colorado/Boulder, CO 80309/303.492.5623
www.colorado.edu/eeb/facultysites/pieter

Batrachology is the study of amphibians. Most people use the term “herpetology”, but this term in its current usage signifies the study of amphibians and/or reptiles, two groups wth extremely different evolutionary and life histories.

Find out why the continued use of the term “herpetology” is a problem for amphibian conservation efforts on the official SAVE THE FROGS! batrachology webpage. And sign our petition to discontinue the flawed use of the term herpetology.

NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
4 March 2009

SALAMANDER SEASONAL TECHNICIAN

Agency: Purdue University, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources
Location: Southwestern North Carolina

Job Description: A seasonal field technician is needed for research investigating headwater
stream community ecology in the southern Appalachian Mountains. Field work will involve capturing, identifying, gut flushing, and measuring salamanders found in and around headwater streams, as well as collecting water quality data and aquatic macro-invertebrates. Laboratory work will involve identifying salamander gut contents and processing water samples, although the majority of the work will be field based. Field work will begin in late May and last through the middle of August.

Qualifications: Successful applicants must be able to work long hours in sometimes
inclement weather while hiking in mountainous terrain. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong interest in stream ecology, herpetology, community ecology, or wildlife conservation. Previous experience working in the field or with salamanders is desirable, but not required. To apply please send a resume, brief statement of interest (1-2 paragraphs), and contact information for two references to Conor Keitzer at:

skeitzer@purdue.edu

Salary: $8.50/hour and housing will be provided at a field research station.

Last Date to Apply: Open until filled.

Contact Information:

S. Conor Keitzer
Graduate Research Assistant
Forestry and Natural Resources
Purdue University
715 W State Street
West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-2061
(765) 494-9597

NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas

http://www.cnah.org

18 February 2009

NEW BOOK

HERPETOLOGY (Second Edition)

by Laurie Vitt & Janalee Caldwell

The second edition has been thoroughly revised. The text has been reorganized, new chapters have been added, new text references have been inserted. All this plus new color systematics sections will maintain this book as the leading textbook on the biology of amphibians, turtles, reptiles, and crocodilians. The book will also showcase amphibians, turtles, reptiles, and crocodilians as model systems in conceptual areas of biology. Such a text will help integrate herpetology as a discipline into conceptually oriented undergraduate programs. The book should also appeal to a large audience of sophisticated lay people interested in amphibians, turtles, reptiles, and crocodilians.

Hardbound
720 pages
Publisher: Elsevier
Publication date: October 2008
ISBN 13: 978-0-12-374346-6
Price: $79.95

TO ORDER, Contact:

Elsevier
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NEWS RELEASE
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Lawrence, Kansas

http://www.cnah.org

17 February 2009

Job Announcement

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN (AMPHIBIANS)
GS-0404-08 USGS
PATUXENT WILDLIFE RESEARCH CENTER

The USGS Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative Northeast program will be hiring a full time biological science technician to support research in amphibian populations in the northeastern United States.

This is a term position: to be filled for one year, renewable for up to three years. The technician will be a member of a science team conducting amphibian surveys at National Parks and National Wildlife Refuges in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia (e.g. C&O Canal National Historic Park, Patuxent Research Refuge, Prince William Forest Park, Rock Creek Park, and Shenandoah National Park).

Field work involves identifying, catching, measuring, and marking amphibians, and collecting water quality and environmental data. The technician will be required to conduct field surveys using techniques including visual encounter surveys, dip netting, stream transect searches, temporary removal sampling, and conducting a mark-recapture study using visual implant elastomer. All fieldwork will be conducted as part of teams of 2-3
people, so a demonstrated ability and desire to work effectively with a group is imperative.

In addition, the technician provides support for the ARMI lead researcher by completing data processing (data entry and quality control). The technician creates summaries, and conducts preliminary analyses as directed by supervisory researchers. The technician also completes graphical presentations of field and laboratory data as needed for publication and other presentations. The position also requires database and website management.

Previous field experience with amphibians common in the northeastern US is highly recommended. The position requires the use of GPS units, digital cameras, and computer software for data entry and presentation (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Access). The successful applicant may also be asked to mark amphibians with injectable florescent elastomer.

Most of the work is outdoors, sometimes under harsh or hot conditions or in rain. The position requires good physical condition, as the job requires long hours in the field (including some night-time surveys) and hiking with up to 25 pounds of equipment. Some overnight travel may be required.

The position will be located at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, Maryland, and will be advertised at the GS-08 level.

Please apply for the position through the:

usajobs.gov website

and search under position # ER-2009-0132.

For more information contact:

Evan Grant
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
12100 Beech Forest Road
Laurel, Maryland 20708-4038
ehgrant@usgs.gov (preferred)

NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
http://www.cnah.org
17 February 2009

Title: Herpetology Research Assistant
Organization: Archbold Biological Station (http://www.archbold-station.org/abs/
index.htm)
Locations: Clayton, Georgia and Lake Placid, Florida
One full-time, term (16 mo.) position

DESCRIPTION: This is a unique opportunity to conduct research on amphibians in the Blue
Ridge Mountains of north Georgia from March to September and herps of the Florida scrub from October to February.

The work in Georgia entails: 1) developing and implementing population monitoring protocols for stream and terrestrial salamanders, 2) assisting with ongoing disease surveillance of amphibians, and 3) involving partner organizations (e.g., Georgia Wildlife Federation, Zoo Atlanta) and volunteer citizen-scientists in some aspects of data collection. The project is funded through a State Wildlife Grant from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The Research Assistant must be able to live at the relatively remote research site for both field seasons. The site is a privately owned, 130-acre conservation area in the Upper Tallulah River watershed, located approximately 20 miles from Clayton, Georgia.

While in Florida, the Herpetology Research Assistant will provide general support for the Herpetology and Restoration Ecology programs at Archbold. Duties will include assisting with population monitoring of gopher tortoises, surveys of amphibians in seasonal wetlands, collections management, and data entry and analysis.

Start date is negotiable (preferably by the end of March 2009).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science, biology, or a related field and at least 1 year of experience conducting field-based herpetological research. Familiarity with standard herpetological survey and marking techniques, knowledge of basic statistics, and experience using GPS. In addition, the successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in a relevant field; experience with herpetofauna of the southeastern U.S., particularly the natural history and identification of plethodontid salamanders; and experience with mark-recapture methodology and data analysis (e.g., Program MARK).

Applicants must have their own vehicle and the successful candidate must be able to verify that s/he is authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY: $11/hr plus full benefits. Housing will be provided at both locations (no pets).

LAST DATE TO APPLY: 23 FEBRUARY 2009

TO APPLY: Email a letter of interest and resumé with names, phone numbers, and email
addresses of three references to Dr. Betsie Rothermel, Archbold Biological Station (brothermel@archbold-station.org). Please indicate “Herp field assistant” in the subject line.

Archbold is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

NEWS RELEASE
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Lawrence, Kansas

http://www.cnah.org

11 February 2009

FIELD ASSISTANT NEEDED FOR IGUANA STUDY

When: Approximately 28 April to 15 June & 7 August to 17 September 2009

Where: Commonwealth of Dominica, West Indies

Description: A field assistant is needed for a natural history study of the Lesser Antillean
Iguana (Iguana delicatissima) on the island of Dominica. The majority of fieldwork involves capturing and processing iguanas, and radio tracking over difficult and steep terrain.

Shared housing (with PI), food, and a living stipend ($500/month) will be provided.
Depending on location of embarkation, travel costs may be reimbursed.

Qualifications: Experience with radio telemetry and lizard handling preferred, but not
required. Must enjoy working outdoors and be motivated, hardworking, good-natured, and able to work well with others. Applicants must be in good physical condition and willing to work in hot and humid
climate while walking up very steep slopes. The applicant must be able to work independently and drive a manual (shift gear) car. Personal health insurance is required.

To apply: Email a letter of interest, resume or CV, and contact information for two references to:

Dr. Charles Knapp
Center for Conservation and Research for Endangered Species
Zoological Society of San Diego
cknapp@ufl.edu

Please put FIELD ASSISTANT in the subject line. Review of applications will continue until
the position is filled.