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Delegates at ASSAB 2012, hosted by Deakin University, Geelong
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POSITIONS VACANT
PhD Position, University of Newcastle, Australia
The Asian honeybee (Apis cerana) is an invasive fast spreading and readily swarming species of honeybee that was accidentally introduced to Australia in 2007. The first known swarm entered Cairns harbour by being concealed in the mast of a boat, and the species has since become established in a 50km radius around Cairns and Townsville. Efforts by various government authorities to destroy the outbreak using conventional trapping means have unfortunately failed. Australia’s agricultural, environmental and public sectors are now faced with an additional biosecurity hazard.
The aim of this project is to develop a lethal attractive baiting station that is specific to Apis cerana. We will exploit semiochemicals signaling and evaluate ways of improving baiting station attractiveness specifically toward Apis cerana. Behavioural experiments in the field will be conducted to evaluate the attractiveness and specificity of our stations.
We are seeking a PhD candidate to carry out field and laboratory experiments for this position. The candidate will be based at the University of Newcastle,New South Wales, will conduct field experiments in and around Cairns, Queensland, and would be expected to commence no later than November 2012. The successful applicant will receive a tax free stipend of $23,728 per annum for three years with the possibility of a $4000 top up per year, and as Overseas Student Health Care policy (OSHC) if an international student.
The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence that they are able to:
- carry out precise and accurate experiments in the field and laboratory environment
- work effectively and show initiative
- be capable of problem solving
- work independently (unsupervised) and as part of a multidisciplinary group.
- travel to and stay in remote locations for 2-3 week periods at a time.
- communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders in English, including academic and community groups, landholders and the general public. International applicants should refer to the web regarding English language requirements:http://www.newcastle.edu.au/ policy/000104.html
- A sound academic background in Biology, Animal Behaviour and/or Chemistry would be advantageous, as would any previous experience in working with bees or invertebrates. Applicants must also hold a valid car licence and be eligible to obtain an Australian student visa. More information about Australian student visas can be obtained at http:// www.immi.gov.au/students/
If you would like to apply for this position, please send a cover letter, your CV and a brief 2-3 page letter addressing the above criteria to Dr David Guez at the School of Psychology,University of Newcastle, Australia.
Email:David.Guez@mac.com or david.guez@newcastle.edu.au Phone:+61 (0)2 4921 6782
The position will remain open until filled or until August 25, 2012.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Zoology/Ecology, James Cook University
School of Marine & Tropical Biology
Ref. No. 12237 – Cairns
The appointee must have demonstrated a strong interest in teaching and research in biology in the tropics and will have an established and successful profile in tertiary teaching, graduate student supervision and research. The appointee will teach in general and specific areas of expertise and will be expected to become an active partner in the running of the Discipline. The appointee must also have an outstanding research track record and be expected to develop and maintain an internationally recognised research program on the basis of successful competitive grant applications. Preference may be given to applicants with interests in one or more of the following areas: plant-animal interactions, ecosystem services, biological control, invertebrate biology and/or entomology.
Employment Type: Appointment will be full-time on a continuing basis.
Salary: Lecturer –Academic Level B –$79,837 –$94,203 per annum; Senior Lecturer –Academic Level C –$97,075 –$111,440 per annum. Level of appointment and commencing salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience. Benefits include 5 weeks annual leave, generous employer superannuation contribution and attractive options for salary packaging.
Applications close on 17 August 2012.
For more information go to www.jcu.edu.au/jobs ,enter 12237 in the reference field and follow the links.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Continuing), Department of Zoology, La Trobe University
A continuing position has been created in the School of Life Sciences,within the Department of Zoology at La Trobe University (Melbourne,Australia; http://www.latrobe.edu.au/zoology). The Department of Zoology undertakes teaching and research in a wide range of areas, from whole animal ecology through to physiology and molecular biology. It contributes extensively to first year subjects in biology, as well as offering second, third and honours subjects in Zoology. It emphasises the link between research and teaching. The position will be expected to establish and maintain an active and independent research program in an area of animal physiology which complements and enhances the existing physiological and ecological research strengths within the Department or Faculty (e.g. neuropathology, ecological, evolutionary or comparative physiology), and attracts postgraduate students, international exchanges and external research funding from national competitive research bodies. Please download the position description here.
Applications close August 10, 2012.
Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology and Entomology, University of Pretoria
In the pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity,the University of Pretoria wishes to encourage applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria’s commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:The incumbent will be expected to carry out a research programme, advise postgraduate students, present lectures in the Department of Zoology and Entomology, seek competitive research funding from external sources, and assist with departmental administration.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD degree in Zoology or a related field;
- Good track record of research and publication;
- Undergraduate teaching experience.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Postdoctoral experience;
- Experience in the supervision of postgraduate students;
- Ability to develop relationships with government, industry organizations and professional associations;
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary research. The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R358 088 to R460 302 (excluding medical aid benefits) as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.Applicants are requested to apply online quoting the applicable reference number.
In application for this post,please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names and contact details (telephone and e-mail details) of 3 contactable referees;
- The names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- A brief self evaluation (overview of academic vision,research focus and approach,personal strengths and weaknesses,etc).
CLOSING DATE:5th August 2012
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:Prof Chris Chimimba –Tel:(012) 420-3233 / e-mail:ctchimimba@zoology.up.ac.za.
(This e-mail address is provided for enquiry purposes only. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted via e-mail. All applications must be submitted online.) Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2012, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised.
Postdoctoral Position, Rutgers University
I have recently started looking for a postdoc to join my newly established lab. I am seeking someone to work on questions related to collective decision-making and collective information processing in gregarious and social animals. This is a 2 year position starting January 1st, 2013. The ad is posted on the lab website.
Dr. Simon Garnier
Department of Biological Sciences, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Boyden Hall,Rutgers University, 195 University Avenue, Newark,NJ 07102,USA.
e-mail: simon.garnier@gmail.com
website: http://www.theswarmlab.com
Postdoctoral Position, University of Exeter, UK
To study bumblebee learning flights at the University of Exeter, UK. The project will involve 3d reconstructions of bee learning flights and will investigate the influence of visual and olfactory cues. A good grounding in matlab and behaviour work would be essential.
Volunteer field assistants needed: We are looking for field assistants to help monitor a colour-banded population of superb fairy-wrens near Melbourne, Australia for a study on animal personalities. Start date: September or October 2012. Time period: approx 4 months. Duties include regular censusing of colour-banded birds, searching for and monitoring nests, mist-netting,behavioural observations, video analysis, and data proofing. Working days are long, with early starts six days a week. Enthusiasm and a strong work ethic are a must. The study is based at Serendip Sanctuary, a small reserve on the outskirts of Melbourne. Qualifications: experience monitoring colour-banded birds, nest-searching, and mist-netting. Must also be early riser, physically fit, able to work in extreme weather conditions, and enjoy basic shared living conditions. Onsite accommodation in a house with shared dorm-style room is provided, but assistants cover travel to the site and their own food costs. The project will reimburse up to AUD$500/mo towards receipted food and travel expenses. For more information contact: Michelle Hall (hall.m@unimelb.edu.au) and Raoul Mulder (r.mulder@unimelb.edu.au). To apply, please email a letter outlining previous field research experience, and a resume including names and contact information for 3 referees.
UPCOMING CONFERENCES
2012. August 5-10: International Congress of Neuroethology, Maryland, USA
2012. August 8-14: World Congress of Herpetology, Vancouver, Canada
2012. August 11-17: 14th Congress of the International Society for Behavioural Ecology, Lund, Sweden
2012. August 19-25: International Congress of Entomology, Korea
2012. November 25-28: Australian Entomological Society and Australasian Arachnological Society Conference, Hobart, Tasmania