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(Tenure Track)		 Carthage College Developmental Biologist: Teach introductory biology, cell and molecular biology, and courses in the candidate's area of interest. Candidates must hold Ph.D. degree in biology or a related field at time of appointment. We are seeking an individual with a strong commitment to teaching and involving undergraduates in research. In addition to formal scholarly credentials, candidates must have enthusiasm for teaching and undergraduate research in a small college atmosphere. Carthage faculty members also teach general education courses regularly, including Heritage seminars, the College's core curriculum. Applications including a current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation, should be sent to: Dr. Kevin Crosby, Chair, Division of Natural Sciences, Carthage College, 2001 Alford Park Drive, Kenosha, WI 53140-1994 Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Grad Student Research Assistanceship University of Arkansas
COE for Poultry Science		 Behavioral Physiology with an emphasis in Neuroendocrinology. Interest and experience in animal behavior and related techniques, immunocytochemistry, in situ hybridization histochemistry, molecular biological techniques and radioimmunoassays are desirable. A background in neurobiology and some training in neurochemical or neuropharmacological techniques would be beneficial. For more details see: http://www.uark.edu/depts/gradinfo/recruit/funding/fellowships.html. Competitive Doctoral Academy Fellowships can supplement the assistantship by $10,000. The fellowships are very competitive and are based upon student GPA, GRE scores and letters of recommendation. To apply, please send curriculum vitae, transcripts of courses taken, GRE scores, names and contact information for three references and a statement of research interests to Drs. Wayne J. Kuenzel (wkuenzel@uark.edu) or Alexander Jurkevich (ajurkev@uark.edu), Poultry Science Center, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701. For additional information call WJK at (479) 575-6112.
The University of Arkansas is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY institution. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, creed, sex or national origin. Applicant must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Fellowships Andrew W. Mellon/ACLS Early Career Fellowships Provides support for young scholars to complete dissertations, and later, to advance their research after being awarded the Ph.D. The deadline for applications for the Dissertation Completion Fellowship is November 15, 2006. Stipends for full professors in the ACLS Fellowship Program increase this year to $60,000.
Grants RCN Exchange Visits Exchange visits of faculty and students to another laboratory are excellent ways to keep up with new developments and perceived needs (such as learning new techniques). Each year the RCN Steering Committee distributes an online call for proposals. The Steering Committee decides on which of the proposals for exchange visits will be funded. It is expected that exchange visits will implement ways by which techniques and methods of analysis can be learned. Participants should be faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students or undergraduate students. All should be US citizens or permanent residents (as required by Federal funding). International visits are possible but funding available may not cover all expenses. Next deadline: September 30, 2006. Please see information about travel arrangements and reimbursements.
Grants BIRDNET List sortable by by sponsor and by deadline date. This site replaces the booklet Grants, Awards, and Prizes in Ornithology, 3rd edition (1993; out of print).
Ph.D. Assistantship University of Maine &
Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center		 Ecology and Physiology of Seasonal Interactions in the American Redstart collaboration between U Maine (Rebecca L. Holberton) and the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center at the National Zoo (Peter P. Marra). Indicators of energetic and breeding condition (e.g. hormones and metabolites) prior to spring departure from Jamaica and on the breeding grounds will be used to determine how pre-breeding events affect reproductive success. Field work includes behavioral observations, sampling birds for hormones and metabolites, and performing ³GnRH Challenges² to assess reproductive state. Lab work includes running hormone and metabolite assays and conducting studies on captive birds. Students will learn a wide array of field and lab skills and are encouraged to develop their dissertation stemming from this or closely-related work. A strong interest in the ecology, behavior, and physiology of migratory birds is required. The 12-month assistantship ($18,000/year plus tuition waiver and health benefits), based at U Maine in Orono, begins January or August, 2007. Funding from the National Science Foundation (pending final notification) is anticipated for at least three years. Applicants must meet the entrance requirements for doctoral candidates in U Maine's Dept. of Biol. Sci. (http://biology.umaine.edu) or Program in Ecology and Environmental Sci. (http://www.umaine.edu/ees). Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and names of 3 referees to: Rebecca Holberton, Lab of Avian Biology, Dept. Biol. Sci., Univ. of Maine, Orono, ME 04469, (http://www.ume.maine.edu/cortico), rebecca.holberton@maine.edu, 207-581-2526; or to Peter Marra, SMBC, National Zoological Park, 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (www.si.edu/smbc), marrap@si.edu, 202-633-1594.
Post-Doc University of Maine &
Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center		 Fellowship on The Ecology and Physiology of Seasonal Interactions in the American Redstart (collaboration between U Maine (Rebecca L. Holberton) and the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center at the National Zoo (Peter P. Marra). Indicators of energetic and breeding condition (e.g. hormones and metabolites) prior to spring departure from Jamaica and on the breeding grounds will be used to determine how pre-breeding events affect reproductive success. Field work includes behavioral observations, sampling birds for hormones and metabolites, and performing ³GnRH Challenges² to assess reproductive state. Lab work includes running hormone and metabolite assays and conducting studies on captive birds. Position based in Washington, DC at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, although significant travel to field sites in Jamaica and North America is required. The two-year appointment ($35,000/year plus health benefits) will be funded by the National Science Foundation (pending final notification) and begins January or August, 2007. The Fellow will develop his/her research from these or closely related questions. A strong interest in the ecology, behavior, and physiology of migratory birds and learning a variety of field and laboratory techniques is required. Successful applicants will have experience in observing and handling birds and a strong background in bird ecology. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and names of 3 referees to: Peter Marra, SMBC, National Zoological Park, 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (www.si.edu/smbc), marrap@si.edu, 202-633-1594; or to Rebecca Holberton, Lab of Avian Biology, Dept. Biol. Sci., Univ. of Maine, Orono, ME 04469, (http://www.ume.maine.edu/cortico),rebecca.holberton@maine.edu, 207-581-2526.
Post-Doc Vanderbilt University
Dept of Biological Sciences		 Biological Rhythms: NIH-funded position available immediately to study the effects of temperature on the mammalian circadian system. The projects use luminescence reporter techniques with photon-counting/ imaging to monitor circadian rhythms from cultured brain and peripheral tissues. Previous training in molecular biology is required. Experiences with rodents and cell/tissue culture are desirable, but not required, however the post-doc is expected be involved in rodent experiments. Knowledge of circadian rhythms is NOT required.Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent and must have a demonstrated ability to write and publish in English language journals. Vanderbilt University offers an exceptional environment for postdoctoral training in neuroscience. Our circadian/sleep group, including Terry Page, Carl Johnson, Doug McMahon, Beth Malow and myself, will provide a stimulating research environment. Interested candidates should send CV and the names of three references to Shin.yamazaki@vanderbilt.edu.
Post-Doc Eyak Preservation Council David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship, two years of support for applied research in the field of biological conservation, mentored by both an academic scientist and a conservation practitioner. EPC will assist the applicant in developing a research proposals and preparing application materials. 2006 application materials to be posted: late June 2006.
Post-Doc Ohio State University Study the circadian clock system of the mammalian retina. The project employs electrophysiological (patch-clamp, intracellular, extracellular and ion-selective electrode recording; dye and tracer injection), cell/molecular (cell culture; immunohistochemistry; in situ hybridization), neurochemical (HPLC), and anatomical (light and confocal microscopy; calcium and chloride imaging) techniques. A Ph.D. or M.D. degree is required. Salary is negotiable and the starting time of the position is flexible. Please send CV, a description of research experience, and the names and addresses of three references to: Dr. Stuart Mangel, Dept. of Neuroscience, The Ohio State Univ. College of Medicine, 333 W. 10th Ave. – 4072 Graves Hall, Columbus, OH 43210 USA; mangel.1@osu.edu.
Post-Doc National Institutes of Health Various IRTA positions, located in any of 1200+ laboratories located on the main campus in Bethesda, MD as well as in Baltimore and Frederick, MD, Research Triangle Park, NC, Phoenix, AZ, and Hamilton, MT devoted exclusively to biomedical research. Trainees pursue both basic and clinical research free from the demands of obtaining grants and teaching, although opportunities to do both are available. Eligible andidates must hold a doctoral degree and have no more than five years of relevant research experience since receipt of their most recent doctoral degree. U.S. citizens and permanent U.S. residents are welcome to apply. Awards are granted for an initial 12-month period and may be renewed for up to five years, based on satisfactory performance and the continued availability of funds. Deadlines vary. Current openings.
Post-Doc NSF Office of Polar Programs Postdoctoral Fellowships in Polar Regions Research in Arctic and Antarctic programs. Separate travel awards are also available. Deadlines vary.

Canadian grad students and post-docs, see funding opportunities on Dr. William's NSERC page.

Visit the European EBIRD Jobs & Opportunities page.




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