October 2022 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Texas A&M Galveston Seeks an Assistant Professor in Marine Mammal Biology
by Childress, Gretchen 06 Jan '23

06 Jan '23

Assistant Professor in Marine Mammal Biology The Department of Marine Biology at Texas A&M University at Galveston invites applications for a full time, tenure-track position with a 9-month academic appointment beginning August 1, 2023. Applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Assistant Professor in marine mammal biology, with an emphasis on their ecology, physiology, behavior, and/or evolution. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission<https://www.tamu.edu/statements/mission.html> and living our core values<https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html>. We are particularly interested in recruiting someone who has developed innovative research and will develop multidisciplinary partnerships across the University, including projects within the Blue Economy framework (https://www.tamug.edu/AcademicAffairs/StrategicPlan.html) (as stated in TAMUGs 2020-2025 Strategic Plan). Individuals with strong quantitative skills and experience in acoustics and telemetry are encouraged to apply. Teaching responsibilities will include an existing undergraduate course on the biology of marine mammals and contributing to advanced classes offered at the graduate level. The successful applicant will establish and sustain a vigorous externally funded research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Department of Marine Biology occupies space in the Ocean and Coastal Studies Building, a LEED-certified facility home to over 20 research laboratories, two teaching laboratories, and a Sea Life Center with running seawater systems. More information on the Department and the campus can be found at http://www.tamug.edu. The Department members participate in their PhD and MS program, but can also consider graduate appointments in other departments on the Galveston and College Station campuses. Texas A&M University at Galveston is the ocean-oriented branch campus of Texas A&M University which educates more than 2,300 undergraduate and graduate students in a unique blend of marine and maritime programs, including majors in science, business, engineering, liberal arts, and transportation. It is driving the development of the blue economy in the Gulf Coast Region and is a critical contributor to Texas A&M's sea-grant portion of Texas A&M's land-, sea-, space-grant mission with more than $20 million in research expenditures. Texas A&M University Galveston is also home to the Texas A&M Maritime Academy, one of seven in the U.S. and the only academy integrated into a Tier 1 academic institution, which trains over 400 cadets annually for maritime service and employment around the world. Texas A&M University Galveston is ideally located in Galveston, Texas, on the Gulf Coast, surrounded by the industrial, environmental, and other programs essential to fulfilling its special-purpose mission. Aggies are known for their deep commitment to the success of each other and their strong desire to serve. Qualifications We seek an individual with a Ph.D. whose research complements and enhances that of faculty in the Department of Marine Biology (www.tamug.edu/marb<http://www.tamug.edu/marb>) and other departments of the University. The Ph.D. should be in biology, marine biology, marine science, biological oceanography or related fields. Preferred qualifications: postdoctoral or other related job experience; and a strong publication record. Application Instructions Applicants must submit electronic PDF copies of 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) statement on research experience, 4) statement on teaching philosophy and interests, 5) a diversity statement detailing professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to support campus inclusion, diversity, and equity efforts and 6) a list of three references with contact information by applying online at: apply.interfolio.com/114816<http://apply.interfolio.com/114816>. For more information on the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Antonietta Quigg, at quigga(a)tamug.edu<mailto:quigga@tamug.edu>. The review of applications will begin on January 15, 2023. While preference will be given to applications received by this date, the position will remain open until filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission<https://www.tamu.edu/statements/mission.html> and living our core values<https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html>. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

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Australia/New Zealand SMM student chapter conference
by Rebecca Boys 31 Oct '22

31 Oct '22

Dear MARMAMers, We are excited to announce that abstract submissions for the next Australia/New Zealand student chapter of the Society for Marine Mammalogy conference will open on 1st November. Abstract submissions close 9th December. The conference will be held in Hobart, Tasmania, on 14th and 15th of April 2023! We are offering free accommodation for 20 students for the conference, so please ensure that you register and submit your abstracts ASAP so that we can book accommodation! You can find out more information on the conference website. https://anzscsmm.wixsite.com/anzscsmm/home<https://anzscsmm.wixsite.com/anzscsmm/home?fbclid=IwAR2Vb3RMlD2CLACB-Ou9Xos…> We look forward to seeing you there! ANZSCSMM Chapter Heads ------------------------------------------------------------- Rebecca M Boys Marine Biologist PhD Student Cetacean Ecology Research Group School of Natural Sciences Massey University Auckland New Zealand [cid:2fe92903-a8ae-4aaa-adea-a3793986f8a8]<https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Rebecca_Boys> [cid:ce927ec2-a75e-4316-8bd9-572575981769] <https://scholar.google.co.nz/citations?hl=en&user=7rHpOpMAAAAJ> [cid:6341b9cc-6e7b-41a3-80e6-25a42680d4d0] <https://twitter.com/RebeccaMBoys> [cid:ccabf7bf-cc01-4c2c-9084-e45501a96058] <https://www.facebook.com/CetaceanEcologyOrg/?__xts__[0]=68.ARBKlWSLR-YC7KHN…> [cid:9061dfd0-298c-44e1-9b66-8fe1adbc5bcf] <https://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/explore/research/animal-veterinary/animal/m…> [cid:d7e24a2b-d7f7-4c5a-91a0-4371e98ebe6f] www.cetaceanecology.org/<https://www.cetaceanecology.org/> Australia and New Zealand Student Chapter SMM Committee member European Cetacean Society National Contact Person for New Zealand

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Florida FWC-FWRI Job Posting - Assistant Research Scientist
by Gowan, Tim 31 Oct '22

31 Oct '22

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to provides technical support for data analysis and population assessments for the Florida manatee. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and conducting wildlife research and monitoring; developing statistical and spatial models for manatee populations and their habitat using available datasets (e.g., carcass recovery, aerial survey, telemetry, photo-identification, genetics); providing recommendations for data collection and management; consulting with government agencies and other stakeholders in evaluation of manatee population and habitat data; actively collaborating on research teams and working groups; and presenting research findings through peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and meeting presentations. Additional duties may include field work and public outreach. Qualifications: Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and 3 years of professional experience in a related field; or a Master's degree in the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and 2 years of professional experience in a related field; or a Doctorate degree in the physical or natural sciences or mathematics. Preference may be given to applicants with the following qualifications: knowledge of the principles of experimental design, survey sampling, and wildlife population modeling; experience conducting statistical analyses and developing statistical models, including generalized linear models, mark-recapture, distance sampling, and Bayesian hierarchical models; experience with program R, scientific programming, and geographic information systems (GIS); and experience in technical writing and consulting with natural resource stakeholders. Please visit this link to learn more and to apply: https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/ST-PETERSBURG-ASSISTANT-RESEARCH-SCIENTIST-F…

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PhD opportunity on plastic ingestion by marine megafauna
by Nelms, Sarah 31 Oct '22

31 Oct '22

Dear all, On behalf of my colleagues I’m pleased to share that we have a funded PhD studentship opportunity, ‘Plastic pollution and ocean giants: Investigating the extent and impacts of plastic ingestion by marine megafauna’, based at the University of Exeter’s beautiful Penryn campus in Cornwall, UK. Supervisors Dr Sarah Nelms, Centre for Ecology and Conservation, Penryn Campus, University of Exeter, Cornwall. Professor Brendan Godley, Centre for Ecology and Conservation, Penryn Campus, University of Exeter, Cornwall. Professor Penelope Lindeque, Microplastics Research Group, Plymouth Marine Laboratory,  Prospect Place, Plymouth, Devon Rob Deaville, Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme, Institute of Zoology/ Zoological Society of London  James Barnett, Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme, Institute of Zoology/ Zoological Society of London  Project Background  The widespread and pervasive nature of plastic pollution has resulted in a growing body of evidence documenting the detrimental effects of anthropogenic waste on marine organisms. Over the last two decades, the number of marine species known to be impacted by debris, the majority of which is plastic, has more than trebled. Of particular concern are the marine megafauna, namely marine mammals (e.g. cetaceans and pinnipeds), elasmobranchs (sharks and rays), and marine turtles. These large marine vertebrates play key roles in the functioning and maintenance of marine habitats and are often considered indicators of marine ecosystem health. Many are also of conservation concern due to the plethora of anthropogenic pressures exerted on them. Plastic ingestion by marine megafauna can lead to a range of lethal and sub-lethal impacts, including intestinal blockage and internal injury, dietary dilution, malnutrition, exposure to chemical contaminants and increased vulnerability to disease. Our understanding of the fate of very small plastic particles, such as microplastics and nanoplastics, within mammalian gastrointestinal tracts, and the potential health implications, is extremely limited.  Project Aims and Methods  In this PhD, the student will build on previous research undertaken by the supervisory team from the University of Exeter, Plymouth Marine Laboratory and the Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme at the Institute of Zoology (IoZ)/ Zoological Society of London (ZSL) to understand the extent and potential impacts of plastic ingestion by a range of marine megafauna species, including whales, dolphins, seals, turtles, and sharks, found in UK waters.   There is scope for the student to develop the specific objectives of the project but suggested aims include:   - Work alongside strandings scientists and veterinary pathologists to develop a method of sampling large marine animals collected by the UK stranding networks for evidence of plastic consumption  - Characterise any plastic debris (including microplastics) within the gastrointestinal tracts of the stranded animals, with a view to identifying potential sources and informing policy   - Using data from strandings records and published research, investigate the differences in exposure to plastic pollution among species, life-stages, and feeding strategies/ diet  - Examine spatial patterns to assess species vulnerability by exploring the overlap between species distributions and habitat use with hotspots of plastic pollution  - Work with the supervisory team and histopathologists at IoZ to co-develop methods for examining digestive tract samples for the presence and fate of nanoplastics   - Investigate the link between plastic ingestion and exposure to chemicals, such as phthalates.  - Consider the adverse health impacts of plastic ingestion for individual animals as well as the potential population-level effects.    For more information see - https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/funding/award/?id=4597 Best wishes Sarah Dr Sarah Nelms Lecturer in Marine Vertebrate Ecology and Conservation Pronouns: She/ her University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, Cornwall, TR10 9FE, UK Tel: 01326 255290 https://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/staff/profile/index.php?web_id=Sarah_Nelms<https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbioscienc…> #ExeterMarine<https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.exete…> Google Scholar: Sarah Nelms<https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscholar.g…> Twitter: @SarahENelms<https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> Check out my children’s book – The Tale of the Turtle and the Plastic Jellyfish <https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fissuu.com…> [http://www.exeter.ac.uk/codebox/email-sig/staff-sig.gif] This email and any attachment may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or subject to copyright, and which may be exempt from disclosure under applicable legislation. 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Free open-access book: Exploring Animal Behavior Through Sound
by Christine Erbe 30 Oct '22

30 Oct '22

Dear Colleagues, There’s a new, free, open-access book, entitled Exploring Animal Behavior Through Sound—Volume 1 Methods. It has chapters on bioacoustic hardware and software, acoustic terminology, sound propagation in air and under water, automated signal detection, statistical analysis, audiometric methods, terrestrial and aquatic soundscapes, animal communication, echolocation, and the effects of noise. It includes plenty of marine mammal examples. Access here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-97540-1. If you are considering buying a printed version, please wait for ~1 month. The detailed Table of Contents and the Index accidentally vanished. Springer will upload an update to both front and back matter; the individual chapters and their pagination will not change. Having ToC and Index in the printed book should help finding material in the book. Volume 2 is ~12 months away. It is organised taxonomically and presents info on animal sound production, reception, and usage. There will be a chapter devoted to marine mammals. Cheers, Christine Christine Erbe, Ph.D. Director | Centre for Marine Science & Technology (CMST) John Curtin Distinguished Professor | School of Earth & Planetary Sciences Curtin University GPO Box U1987 Perth, Western Australia 6845 Email | C.Erbe(a)curtin.edu.au Web | http://cmst.curtin.edu.au Facebook | fb.me/CMSTCurtin Twitter | @CMST_oceans

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PhD Opportunity on Southern Ocean predator
by Huckstadt, Luis 30 Oct '22

30 Oct '22

Dear all, My colleagues and I are excited to announce the following studentship opportunity for the PhD project entitled "Understanding the effects of rapid environmental change on the ecology of a key Southern Ocean predator, the Antarctic fur seal" at the University of Exeter, Cornwall campus Lead Supervisor Dr Luis Huckstadt<https://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/staff/profile/index.php?web_id=Luis_Huckst…> Location: University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, Penryn. Additional Supervisors Dr Jaume Forcada<https://www.bas.ac.uk/profile/jfor/> Location: British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge Dr Stuart Bearhop<https://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/staff/profile/index.php?web_id=stuart_bear…> Location: University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, Penryn. Dr Richard Sabin<https://www.nhm.ac.uk/our-science/departments-and-staff/staff-directory/ric…> Location: Natural History Museum, London Dr Sally Thorpe<https://biography.omicsonline.org/united-kingdom/university-of-british-anta…> Location: British Antarctic Survey, UK This project will investigate the differences in the foraging ecology and patterns of habitat utilisation of Antarctic fur seals across a latitudinal gradient across the Polar Front (South Georgia and South Shetland Islands), as well as build models to project future changes as the environment continues to change. Further, ecological historical data from museum specimens provide a unique opportunity to detect past and project future changes in the ecology of this conspicuous Antarctic mesopredator over multiple decades. Candidate requirements The successful candidate will have a background in ecology, excellent quantitative and analytical skills, and will demonstrate a strong interest in foraging ecology and behaviour of marine predators. Expertise in programming in R, Matlab, and/or Python and statistical analyses is indispensable. Experience working with stable isotopes, and biologging data is advantageous. The successful applicant will have to travel between Cornwall, London, and Cambridge, as well as to international conferences. Applicants should satisfy the UKRI eligibility requirements. Project partners Centre for Ecology and Conservation (CEC) at the University of Exeter, Cornwall British Antarctic Survey (BAS) The Natural History Museum (NHM) For more information, please visit https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/funding/award/?id=4596 Dr. Luis A. Huckstadt (He/Him) Senior Lecturer in Marine Ecology Department of Ecology and Conservation University of Exeter Stella Turk Building, Room B051-L09 Penryn, Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1326 255065 www.luishuckstadt.com<http://www.luishuckstadt.com/> Follow me [cid:image001.png@01D8EC5C.F6250FC0] <https://twitter.com/LuisHuckstadt> [cid:image002.png@01D8EC5C.F6250FC0] <https://www.facebook.com/luis.huckstadt> [cid:image003.png@01D8EC5C.F6250FC0] <https://www.instagram.com/luishuckstadt/> [http://www.exeter.ac.uk/codebox/email-sig/staff-sig.gif] This email and any attachment may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or subject to copyright, and which may be exempt from disclosure under applicable legislation. It is intended for the addressee only. If you received this message in error, please let me know and delete the email and any attachments immediately. The University will not accept responsibility for the accuracy/completeness of this email and its attachments.

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Postdoc position in underwater / marine-mammal acoustics at Curtin U in Perth Australia
by Christine Erbe 29 Oct '22

29 Oct '22

Dear Colleagues, The Centre for Marine Science and Technology at Curtin University in Perth, Western Australia, is looking for a 3-year postdoc in underwater acoustics (incl. soundscapes and marine mammal bioacoustics). https://staff.curtin.edu.au/job-vacancies/?ja-job=573778 Applications close 15 Nov 2022. Cheers, Christine Christine Erbe, Ph.D. Director | Centre for Marine Science & Technology (CMST) John Curtin Distinguished Professor | School of Earth & Planetary Sciences Curtin University GPO Box U1987 Perth, Western Australia 6845 Email | C.Erbe(a)curtin.edu.au Web | http://cmst.curtin.edu.au Facebook | fb.me/CMSTCurtin Twitter | @CMST_oceans Follow CMST on Facebook Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology. CRICOS Provider Code 00301J

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Registration is now open for The Whale Museum's 2022 virtual Gear Down Workshop for Marine Naturalists
by tracie merrill 29 Oct '22

29 Oct '22

The Whale Museum (TWM) in Friday Harbor, WA, is holding an exciting virtual Gear Down Workshop for Marine Naturalists this fall on Friday, November 18. This workshop will be held from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time and registrants will join sessions through the videoconferencing platform, Zoom. The theme of this “Gear Down” Workshop will be Ocean Sounds: New Discoveries! Invited presenters include: * Elizabeth Ferguson, Ocean Science Analytics, on how artificial intelligence (DeepSqueak) is being used to detect underwater marine mammal vocalizations * Dr. Jason Wood, SMRU Consulting, on acoustic monitoring of cetaceans in the Salish Sea * Dr. Victoria Warren and Dr. Katie Kowarski, JASCO Applied Sciences, on humpback whale songs * Caitlin O’Morchoe, Washington Maritime Blue, on an update of Quiet Sound And * Madison Wilson, California State University Fullerton, on how baleen whales hear The registration fee is $35 for non-members; $25 for TWM/SSAMN members. For more information and/or to register, please visit https://whalemuseum.org/products/gear-down-2022. Zoom link and workshop agenda will be sent to registrants at email provided at registration closer to start of workshop. Questions can be directed to Tracie Merrill at tracie(a)whalemuseum.org. Sent from Outlook<http://aka.ms/weboutlook>

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Large Marine Vertebrates Sciences Master application
by Annalisa Zaccaroni 28 Oct '22

28 Oct '22

Dear all, This is a short message to inform that there are places still available for the FirstvLevel Professional Master in Large Marine Vertebrates Sciences at University of Bologna. Deadline for application is November 16th. You can find all information at the following links, or you can directly write me for any question: https://master.unibo.it/large-marine-vertebrates-sciences/en https://www.unibo.it/it/didattica/master/2022-2023/large-marine-vertebrates… Prof. Annalisa Zaccaroni Director of Master in Large Marine Vertebrates Sciences Dep.ment Veterinary Medical Sciences University of Bologna Alma Mater Studiorum Viale Vespucci 2 47042 Cesenatico (FC), Italy [Titolo: Cellulare - Descrizione: icona-cellulare] +393475951709<tel:+393475951709> [Titolo: Telefono - Descrizione: icona-telefono] +390547338944<tel:+390547338944> [Titolo: Email - Descrizione: icona-email] annalisa.zaccaroni(a)unibo.it<mailto:annalisa.zaccaroni@unibo.it> [Titolo: sito Web - Descrizione: icona-sitoweb] https://master.unibo.it/large-marine-vertebrates-sciences/en Inviato dal mio Galaxy

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DOSITS 20th anniversary webinar: Underwater acoustics, current knowledge and future directions
by Holly Morin 28 Oct '22

28 Oct '22

***apologies for cross-postings*** The Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS) <http://www.dosits.org/>Team is pleased to announce a special webinar in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the DOSITS project. Presenters will discuss the *current state of underwater acoustics* knowledge and *future research* directions on the *characterization of the underwater acoustic environment* and the *acoustics of marine mammals, fishes *and* invertebrates. * Presenters will include: - Dr. Joseph Sisneros (marine fishes) - Dr. Louise Roberts (marine invertebrates) - Dr. Brandon Southall (marine mammals) - Dr. Alec Duncan (underwater acoustic environment) The webinar will take place on *Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 12:00pm EDT.* It will be *hosted via Zoom and simultaneously streamed on YouTube*. Participants will be able to ask questions during the webinar in both Zoom and YouTube. The 20th anniversary webinar will be recorded and available to watch on the DOSITS website after the live event (similar to other DOSITS webinars). All interested individuals are encouraged to participate in this informative and engaging webinar event.* Registration is required.* To register please follow this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dosits-20th-anniversary-webinar-registration-4… Questions? Please contact dositswebinar(a)uri.edu.

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