Professional Opportunties (@ SBU and Other Institutions)
Quantitative Modeling in Biology
Free workshop: 1-6 June 2025
Ghost Ranch Retreat and Education Center, Abiquiu, New Mexico, USA
Motivation and Topics
Biologists from all subdisciplines are called upon to provide explanations of natural
phenomena based upon a thorough understanding of the mechanisms that drive them. As
expectations for accuracy in these explanations increase, quantitative models are
emerging as useful tools to meet these needs. Of particular use are data-driven inferential
models that seek to quantify parameters describing biological mechanisms. However,
applications of inferential models across biological disciplines are uneven, and many
biologists lack the foundational training necessary to apply them to their research
or interpret their results. We maintain that all biologists are capable of sophisticated
quantitative modeling in their work, and the primary goal of this workshop is to expand
the understanding and use of data-driven modeling among practicing biologists.
The workshop will focus on several learning objectives: (i) to better appreciate the importance of models in biology, (ii) to recognize inference gaps in commonly used models, (iii) to understand the building blocks, the construction, and the analysis of data driven inferential models, and (iv) to communicate clearly about and critically evaluate models developed independently or encountered elsewhere.
Broadly, the workshop will be organized around the following topics:
- Why model at all? Taming uncertainty for stronger inferences
- Answering the questions biologists want answered: why is that so hard?
- Building blocks of inferential models: probability distributions
- Combining building blocks into models: graphical models
- Quantitative meaning of graphical models
- Solving the (almost) impossible: data-driven inferences
- Should you believe your inference? Quality assurance
- Where can I apply this new knowledge? Recognizing modeling opportunities
Application
Travel, lodging, and meals will be provided for workshop participants through OSyM. To attend the workshop, please fill out the application form. In the case of over-enrollment, we will select participants based on their interests and backgrounds, so please give thought to your responses.
hyperlink to the posting:https://www.limnologie.uni-konstanz.de/becks/aktuelles/offene-stellen/postdoc-positions/
- I have a Canvas course that I can share with the Adjunct instructor, already populated with powerpoints, recorded lectures, assignments, etc. I'm also happy to meet with the Adjunct to help them learn more about the course and what may be required. contact Emily Herstoff for more info at: eherstoff@sfc.edu
- St. Francis College is located at 179n Livingston St. in Brooklyn, NY. The nearest subway stops are the Hoyt St. (2, 3), Schermerhorn Street (A, E, G), and Jay Street (A, C, F, R) stops.
- Folks who are interested can learn more about Adjunct positions and pay at this link, and can apply by filling out this Jot form.
Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, in memory of Libbie H. Hyman, one of America's foremost invertebrate zoologists, provides assistance to students to take courses or to pursue research on invertebrates at a marine, freshwater, or terrestrial field station. The Hyman Grant is intended to help support a first meaningful field-station experience for a first- or second-year graduate student, or an advanced undergraduate.
ELIGIBILITY and AWARD PARAMETERS:
- Awards are limited to undergraduates or graduate students currently enrolled in degree programs; priority will be given to advanced undergraduates or early graduate students. Previous recipients of this scholarship are not eligible unless they encountered exceptional circumstances regarding the use of their award and the scholarship committee chair has specifically approved their re-eligibility.
- Applicants do NOT need to be members of SICB.
- Funds must be used to support coursework or research on invertebrates at a field station.
- Most awards are in the range of $1000-$5000. When preparing your application, include a complete and detailed budget, even if it exceeds $5000.
- Priority will be given to projects that represent the first significant field station experience for a student. We advise applicants to address in their materials how their proposed project would work towards this goal.
- This award supports in-person field station experiences; funds are not transferrable to alternative activities. In the event that a scholarship recipient is unable to pursue the activities detailed in their proposal (e.g., due to unforeseen travel restrictions, course cancellation, or health issues) the recipient must inform the scholarship committee, which will review each case individually. If it is determined that the recipient will not be able to use the funds for an eligible experience, the funds will be retained by SICB and the recipient will be allowed to apply in future funding cycles (subject to all other eligibility requirements).
How to apply: Read the instructions carefully, fill in the online application form, and upload transcripts
as directed. Letters of recommendation will be uploaded directly by the recommenders.
For questions regarding the program, contact the chair of the Libbie H. Hyman Memorial
Scholarship Committee:
Dr. Abigail Cahill
Biology Department, Albion College
611 East Porter St., Albion MI, 49224
Phone: 517-629-0570
Equity and Justice Symposium
The Ohio State University College of Arts & Sciences will host its inaugural Equity and Justice Symposium, featuring faculty and students addressing equity and justice in their scholarship. A panel of college alumni will discuss their experiences and how equity and justice can impact society.
Friday, January 26*
9 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.
Location:
Ohio Union
1739 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43210
*Registration for the symposium is full. Reach out to Destanie Scales at scales.106@osu.edu with any questions.
For more information: https://artsandsciences.osu.edu/equity-and-justice-symposium
Bat Cave: Integrative Disease Ecology Research Opportunity
We are seeking self-motivated, curious, and collaborative students for an exciting 7-week paid National Science Foundation (NSF) research experience investigating environment-host-virome dynamics within wild Egyptian fruit bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus). This interactive learning and research opportunity introduces undergraduates to integrative disease research, including fieldwork in Puerto Rico!
Become a member of the Bat Cave!
- Are you ready to sink your teeth into cutting-edge research?
- Do you have an interest in disease ecology?
- Would you like to learn more about bats, ecology, and viromes?
- Are you looking for an opportunity to conduct field research?
Course Details:
- Dates: May 19 to July 3, 2025
- Location: Online and in-person fieldwork in Puerto Rico (June 11 to June 21, 2025)
- Target Audience: Juniors, Seniors, or people who have graduated within the last year (May 2024) in biology or related fields at any US institution.
Participants will benefit from guided mentorship in bat ecology, genomics, and viromics
and receive hands-on training in fieldwork, data analysis, coding, and science communication!
Registration: For more information and to apply, please visit the Dávalos lab webpage.
This graduate level course uses an engineering perspective to evaluate the mechanical design of marine organisms. We will study the basic mechanics of fluids and solids to develop an understanding of the diversity of ways organisms construct materials, organize body plans, and interact with other organisms and their environment. The first three weeks will introduce biomechanical theories and techniques through lectures, laboratory exercises, and field activities. The final two weeks are devoted to independent student research projects.
Credits: 9
Instructor(s): Dr. Emily Carrington , Dr. Mark Denny
Enrollment is limited to 18 students and scholarships are available. Late applications will be considered if space is available.
For more information on the course: https://fhl.uw.edu/courses/course-descriptions/course/ecological-biomechanics-2024/
The Department of Biology at Whitman College is seeking to fill a long-term, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in ecology and evolution. The position will begin August 2024. Applicants must have a Master’s or Ph.D. in biology by the time of appointment.
Position Overview: As a department, we are excited to be designing a new introductory 2-course series
for our prospective life science majors. The successful candidate will teach lecture
and lab sections of the first course “Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity,” as well
as one to two courses per year in their areas of interest. We especially welcome expertise
that differs from existing departmental offerings, including newly emerging and interdisciplinary
subfields of biology.
The standard annual teaching load is five courses, with each lab section counting
as a half course. The College provides programming and grant funding to support innovations
and growth in teaching. Lecturers also have access to funding for professional development
activities and have the opportunity to apply for promotion to Senior Lecturer status
after four years.
Whitman College is committed to fostering an inclusive learning community that values diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives. In the cover letter, candidates should describe their interest in teaching undergraduates, majors as well as non-majors, at all levels of instruction. In doing so, candidates should address how their lived experiences and classroom and scholarly practices will advance equity and inclusion in the learning environment and help Whitman promote antiracist, systemic change.
Located in the vibrant community of Walla Walla, WA, Whitman College is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving roughly 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top undergraduate, liberal arts colleges in the country.
Review of applications begins September 26. To apply, go to: https://apply.interfolio.com/129038
Assistant Professor – Organismal Biology at Rhodes Unveristy
Position Overview:
The Department of Biology at Rhodes College seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in organismal biology (including but not limited to plant biology,
freshwater biology or invertebrate biology) to begin in August 2024. Candidates must
have a Ph.D. by August 2024, and post-doctoral or professional experience is preferred.
The Department of Biology maintains an active partnership with the Memphis Zoo and is an affiliate of the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory. Nearby field sites include Overton Park, Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Shelby Farms, and the Wolf River wetlands. The successful applicant may participate in the interdisciplinary Environmental Studies and Sciences program, and we encourage applications from individuals whose interests go beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries.
For additional information regarding the position, please contact
Dr. Mary Miller, Chair of the Search Committee, at millerm@rhodes.edu
Please follow this link to the application: https://rhodes.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Rhodes_Careers/job/Memphis-Tennessee/Assistant-Professor---Organismal-Biology_JR-470
Assistant Professor of Biology - Evolution
The Department of Biologyat Rhodes Collegeseeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Evolution to begin in August 2024. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biology or a related area with expertise and research experience in evolution, with preference given to individuals with post-doctoral experience. Applicants should have a commitment to teaching undergraduates while maintaining an active research program that engages undergraduate students. Start-up funds will be provided to support the expected development of a productive research program.
The Department of Biology maintains an active partnership with the Memphis Zoo and is an affiliate of the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory. Rhodes’ location provides opportunities for research collaboration with investigators at several institutions, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, the Memphis Zoo, and the Wolf River Conservancy; and with field sites such as Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Shelby Farms, and the Wolf River wetlands. The successful applicant will also have opportunity to participate in interdisciplinary programs (Environmental Studies and Sciences, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biomathematics), and we encourage applications from individuals whose interests go beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries.
For additional information regarding the position, please contact
Dr. Mary Miller, Chair of the Search Committee, at millerm@rhodes.edu
More details can be found here: https://rhodes.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Rhodes_Careers/job/Memphis-Tennessee/Assistant-Professor-of-Biology---Evolution_JR-469
Carleton College has an open tenure track Assistant Professor of Biology.
The position is open to candidates in all areas of biology.
While a completed Ph.D. in biology or a related field with postdoctoral experience
is preferred, they will consider applicants who will complete their Ph.D. by September
2024. In addition to the job ad, we have created a section of their website with what they hope is helpful advice for applicants. Potential applicants can also
email their questions to biologytt.group@carleton.edu.
Link to job posting: https://carleton.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CarletonCareers/job/Assistant-Professor-of-Biology_R-00561
Teaching faculty position at Johns Hopkins.
Teaching Faculty Position in behavioral evolution, neuroethology, or evolutionary neuroscience at Johns Hopkins.
- We are recruiting an open-rank teaching-focused faculty member with expertise in behavioral evolution, neuroethology, or evolutionary neuroscience, to teach within our behavioral biology undergraduate program at Johns Hopkins (see here). This could include folks with animal behavior backgrounds. I'd be grateful if you could share this advertisement with your departments or any individuals who might be interested.
Link to job posting: https://apply.interfolio.com/127983
Assistant Professor in Marine Ecology at UMass Boston
Starting on September 1, 2025, the University of Massachusetts Boston's College of Science and Mathematics' Biology Department is hiring an Assistant Professor in the discipline of marine ecology. The successful candidates will be required to fulfill significant teaching demands in ecology, zoology, conservation biology, and/or evolution for the Department of Biology, as well as to do externally financed research in the field of marine ecology generally defined. Candidates must possess relevant postdoctoral research experience in addition to a PhD or an equivalent degree. The successful candidate for this role will supervise graduate, master's, and undergraduate research projects, collaborate with a vibrant community of ecologists and evolutionary biologists, and take an active role in our PhD programs in molecular, cellular, and organismal biology as well as environmental biology.
At both the undergraduate and graduate levels, a dedication to teaching excellence is demanded, and the use of cutting-edge pedagogical techniques is highly regarded. We are looking for a coworker that shares our commitment to creating a diverse, egalitarian, and inclusive workplace. We strongly welcome applications from members of underrepresented scientific communities.
For details, information about marine science opportunities and facilities at UMB,
and to apply, please see https://employmentopportunities.umb.edu/boston/en-us/job/524639/assistant-professor-marine-ecology
Application instructions:
Candidates should submit: (i) a cover letter detailing how their proposed work would
complement existing research within the Department, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii)
a statement of research, and (iv) a statement of teaching philosophy (including teaching
experience and preferred teaching areas). Applicants should also include contact information
for three references.
Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Friday Harbor Labs offers world-renowned courses in the summer.
See this link for summer courses 2024. https://fhl.uw.edu/courses/course-descriptions/course_quarter/summer-2024/
The application deadline is in March but the sooner the better, applications open Jan 15!
More details can be found here: https://fhl.uw.edu/courses/course-descriptions/course_quarter/summer-2024/
Opportunities for Master's student and PhD or soon-to-be PhDs
Two full-time teaching positions available in biology.
- One position is for an E&E oriented intro lecture course.
- The other position is for a more traditional intro course that ranges from basic biochem and cell bio to genetics.
- Ideal candidate would have a background in molecular ecology or evolution.
- This would be a great opportunity for recent graduates with limited teaching experience.
- Position is likely to last for 1-2 years and start this fall.
Link to job posting: https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/37476528/special-professor-of-biology-all-ranks
- Also, we are usually on the hunt for adjuncts, any students who have at least a Master's and would like to gain some teaching experience, encourage them to reach out.
Applications are encouraged from individuals working in any area of the field of ecology who can imagine leading an exciting research, teaching, and service program as a member of our faculty. The successful candidate must hold a PhD or equivalent degree prior to July 1, 2024 and have demonstrated research ability through scholarly publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Please forward this notice to any and all people you think might be interested in the position. For more information, please see the full job description here (https://apply.interfolio.com/130379).
Jamaica Bay Rockaway Park Conservancy’s (JBRPC) Jamaica Bay Wetlands Fellowship
The Fellowship will train the next generation of wetlands managers by defining new career paths for young people in the vibrant communities surrounding Jamaica Bay. The Fellowship is a paid 6-month workforce development program for young adults (ages 18–25) focused on wetlands maintenance, monitoring, and restoration. The program offers hands-on experience in one of the region’s most important and dynamic ecosystems–Jamaica Bay. The program will be based at Floyd Bennett Field with projects taking place in city, state, and national parks around Jamaica Bay and the Rockaways.
The program starts on April 2nd. Application accepted through March 4th.
More details and the online application are here:
https://www.jbrpc.org/fellowship
Upcoming Workshops - Register Now
- Understanding Search Engine Optimization (SEO) - Wednesday, March 27 | 1 pm to 2 pm | Virtual
- Using Slate to Communicate with Prospective Students - Lunch Provided | Tuesday, April 16 | 1 pm to 2 pm | In-Person - 2401 Old Computer Science
Marketing and Recruitment Office Hours - Sign Up
Omni CMS Stony Brook Website Update Tool
Resources