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Posted : Wednesday June 20 2012 17:17:57 by: Mark C
01/13 Scope: National
Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences/NSF
Geography and Spatial Sciences
Briefly: The Geography and Spatial Sciences Program sponsors research on the geographic distributions and interactions of human, physical, and biotic systems on the Earth's surface. Investigations are encouraged to propose plans for research about the nature, causes, and consequences of human activity and natural environmental processes across a range of scales. Projects on a variety of topics (both domestic and international) qualify for support if they offer promise of contributing to scholarship by enhancing geographical knowledge, concepts, theories, methods, and their application to societal problems and concerns. GSS encourages projects that explicitly integrate undergraduate and graduate education into the overall research agenda.
DEADLINE(s): 09/13/2012 10/11/2012 02/14/2013
DEADLINE NOTE Regular Grants are due on September 13, 2012. Proposals for Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Awards (DDRI) are due by October 11, 2012 and February 14, 2013.
Briefly: The National Science Foundation's Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences (BCS), Division of Social and Economic Sciences (SES), National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES), and the SBE Office of Multidisciplinary Activities(SMA) award grants to doctoral students to improve the quality of dissertation research. These grants provide funds for items not normally available through the student's university.
Additionally, these grants allow doctoral students to undertake significant data-gathering projects and to conduct field research in settings away from their campus that would not otherwise be possible. Proposals are judged on the basis of their scientific merit, including the theoretical importance of the research question and the appropriateness of the proposed data and methodology to be used in addressing the question.
Opportunity for undergraduate/beginning graduate students
Briefly: The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center's (SERC) Internship Program offers undergraduate and beginning graduate students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of environmental research and education. This program enables students to work on specific projects under the direction of SERC's professional staff and is tailored to provide the maximum educational benefit to each participant.
DEADLINE(s): 11/15/2012 02/01/2013 06/01/2013
DEADLINE NOTE The sponsor NO LONGER ACCEPTS MAILED APPLICATIONS. PLEASE USE SOLAA TO APPLY FOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AT SERC.There are THREE application DEADLINEs:
For Winter/Spring projects beginning January - April, the DEADLINE is November 15.
For Summer projects beginning May - August, the DEADLINE is February 1.
For Fall appointments beginning September - December. the DEADLINE is June 1.
The Smithsonian awards no academic credit for studies conducted at the Institution. However, the Office of Fellowships is eager to assist in establishing mechanisms for universities to award credit upon satisfactory completion of projects.
WWW1: internships.aspx WWW2: apply.aspx E-mail: gustafsond@si.edu
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Posted : Thursday October 4 2012 13:34:35 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: International
Linnean Society of London
Percy Sladen Memorial Fund Grants
Briefly: The Percy Sladen Memorial Fund gives grants for field work abroad (away from the applicant's usual country of residence) in the earth and life sciences. Grants are generally for sums of less than ?750. DEADLINE(s): 01/30/2013 09/30/2013
DEADLINE NOTE Closing dates for applications are 30th January and 30th September annually. Applications will not be considered outside these dates.
Briefly: The Fund aims to: Restore and protect the natural environment and ensure a healthy planet for generations to come; and Strengthen the social fabric and the physical landscape of the urban community.
DEADLINE(s): DEADLINE NOTE The Merck Family Fund will make 2013 funding decisions in May and November. LOIs will be reviewed on a rolling basis through the online application system. If invited, full proposals must be submitted through our online application system no later than no later than February 1, 2013 @ 5pm EST for Spring decision and August 1, 2013 @ 5 pm EST for the November decision.
WWW1: www.merckff.org WWW2: ?page_id=7 E-mail: merck@merckff.org
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Posted : Thursday February 14 2013 15:34:48 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: Regional
GIS Specialist
RESEARCH ANALYST II
Salary Range: Mid to High $40,000s (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience) Location: Policy, Planning and Programs Closing Date: When position is filled
Job Description
The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) seeks a highly motivated, detail oriented GIS Specialist in the Office of Geographic Information System (GIS).
Working as part of a team of skilled planning and engineering professionals, this technical position is responsible for providing spatial analysis, application development, and cartography in support of the region’s transportation, land use, environmental and economic planning activities. Working closely with other staff, and with the support and guidance of the Senior GIS Specialist, the GIS Specialist’s primary duties include compiling, analyzing, and managing geospatial data, programming and implementing web enabled mapping applications, and designing and developing map products. Work is performed in accordance with broadly-defined agency policies and professional standards and under administrative and technical review by management during progress and upon completion. Innovation and creativity are highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
-Create, modify, maintain, and analyze geospatial databases. -Design, develop, implement, and maintain web enabled mapping solutions. -Troubleshoot existing web mapping applications and perform upgrades. -Design and develop high quality cartographic products. -Research, compile, develop, evaluate, and integrate spatial data from a variety of sources. -Meet with staff and provide expertise to define data needs, project requirements, and required outputs. -Prepare and maintain metadata. -Represent the Office of GIS and the Commission at meetings and public forums as required. -Perform related technical work as required.
Qualifications
-Proven experience with Esri ArcGIS software. -Demonstrated ability to apply analytical methods and sound judgment to solve problems. -Experience developing applications using ArcGIS Server, Google’s Maps API, Leaflet, OpenLayers, -MapBox, CartoDB, or similar web mapping APIs. -Experience with Web development technologies including, but not limited to, HTML, CSS, ASP, -ASP.NET, JavaScript, PHP, Perl, Ruby, AJAX, JSON, REST, SQL, etc. -Considerable knowledge of cartographic and web design principles. -Experience with relational database principles, ORACLE a plus. -Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint. -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with DVRPC staff and client groups. -Oral and written communications skills that allow accurate translation of user requests into GIS products.
Minimum Experience & Training
THREE YEARS of professional Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or web application development experience; and graduation from a four year college/university, with major course work in GIS, geography, planning, computer science, information technology, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree can be substituted for one year of experience.
Will Stevens Manager | Office of GIS Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission 190 N Independence Mall West | 8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19106-1520 215.238.2835 | wstevens@dvrpc.org
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Posted : Wednesday February 20 2013 17:46:46 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: National
2013-14 Phi Kappa Phi Award Applications Available
Applications are available for the annual Phi Kappa Phi Fellowships, Study Abroad Grants, Literacy Grants, and Love of Learning Awards. The Society's extensive award programs range from $15,000 Fellowships for graduate study to $500 Love of Learning grants for continuing education and professional development. More than 265 awards will be given out this year. Award applications are available online at PhiKappaPhi.org and must be received by the following DEADLINEs:
Fellowships: Due at Society headquarters by April 15. Contact your chapter for local due date.
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Posted : Wednesday February 20 2013 17:51:11 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: National
TD Banknorth Charitable Foundation -- Grants!!
Briefly: Through the TD Charitable Foundation and the financial grants it makes, the sponsor partners with area non-profit and public institutions to create meaningful change and improvement in their communities.
The TD Charitable Foundation grants committee meets on a quarterly basis to consider grant application requests. Timing of these meetings is based on county/state. See the calendar for more information about your county.
05/13 Scope: Regional Position Vacancy, 2013 SUMMER WATERSHED STEWARD, ADIRONDACK PARK Positions: Full-time temporary (approximately 25) and part-time temporary (few) positions available. Full-time (40 hours) - work all weekends plus 3 days per week (5 days per week total); Part-time position works weekends, plus Thursday mornings. Background & Mission of the Program: The Watershed Stewardship Program (WSP) at Paul Smith's College is a community-based program designed primarily to educate the public about aquatic invasive species (AIS) issues pertaining to specific watersheds. Stewards interact with visitors at boat ramps and perform watercraft inspections intended to prevent the transport of AIS. The WSP also fulfills research and service functions. Steward locations: Upper St. Regis Lake, Rainbow Lake, Lake Placid (boat launch), Saratoga Lake, Tupper Lake, Raquette Lake, Fulton Chain of Lakes, Cranberry Lake and other lakes. Some stewards will be based in the west-central Adirondack area; others based in Saranac Lake-Lake Placid area. Term of appointment: May 20 – August 25, 2013 (14 weeks); 1 additional week until Labor Day required, depending on employee’s fall semester school schedule (15 weeks grand total). Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Public education and natural/cultural history interpretation. 2. Perform watercraft inspections; remove AIS. 3. Data collection and analysis: recreational use patterns, AIS removal. 4. Service projects: exotic AIS mapping and control, operation of boat wash station, trail maintenance, etc. 5. Report writing. 6. Stewards will spend most of your days outdoors, in all weather. General Qualifications: 1. Completed or pursuing a degree in natural resources, biology, environmental studies, science, or a related field. 2. Capable of performing duties independently and proactively. 3. Strong verbal communication, writing, and environmental interpretation skills. 4. Ability to work in inclement weather, both on and off the water. 5. Meet the College’s standard for effective medical coverage during the period of this appointment. 6. Experience operating and navigating small watercraft preferred. 7. Capacity to carry and maneuver up to 50 pounds and perform other strenuous activities preferred. To Apply: Applicants may submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and should be sent in Word format to: employment@paulsmiths.edu Mailing address: Recruitment Manager, Paul Smith’s College, PO Box 265, Paul Smiths, NY 12970. Faxed to: (518) 327-6161. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Paul Smith’s College values diversity in the College community and seeks to assure equal opportunity through its continued Affirmative Action program. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
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Posted : Tuesday March 5 2013 18:34:52 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: International
ImagineS -- Remote Sensing -- Météo-France
There is now an opportunity to work at Meteo-France in the context of the framework programme 7th to join the project ImagineS.
The context and description of the tasks are listed in the document attached, also some information about the procedure how to candidate.
Jean-Louis ROUJEAN Directeur de Recherche CNRS CNRM-GAME/GMME/VEGEO Météo-France / UMR3589 CNRS 42, avenue Gaspard Coriolis 31057 Toulouse Cedex, FRANCE Phone : +33 (0)5 61 07 93 43 Fax : +33 (0)5 61 07 96 26 (05.61.. national calls or 33.5.61.. international calls) Email : jean-louis.roujean@meteo.fr URL : www.meteo.fr
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Posted : Wednesday March 6 2013 18:17:16 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National STAFF GIS SPECIALIST Montpelier, Vermont This position reports directly to the leader of the Applied Information Management Group.
Position Summary Stone Environmental is seeking a Staff GIS Specialist with a passion to excel in a team environment to work on a wide variety of projects. The focus of many of these projects is helping to develop and present high quality visualizations of data collected from field investigations of contaminated sites. Attention to detail and quality is key element of this position. This position also includes developing project databases. Occasional field work is possible.
Responsibilities The person performing this job will be responsible for the following functions: Conducting and developing diverse GIS projects All aspects of data creation, collection, and compilation Spatial analysis Data discovery Maintaining database inventory Mapmaking Creating metadata
Required Qualifications The following qualifications are required to be considered for this position: Background in environmental science with interest in geology Experience with ArcGIS and Spatial Analyst extension Experience with MS Access Experience working with and managing field data An independent, self-motivated, and focused individual Critical thinker and problem solver
Desired Qualifications The following qualifications are beneficial, but are not required for this position: Experience with EVS or other 3D geology visualizations Experience designing MS Access databases, queries, forms, and reports Experience with GPS Data Collection Units Interest in keeping abreast of developments in technology Like working in team environment Experience with ArcGIS ModelBuilder Experience writing Python Scripts Facility with AutoCAD 40 Hour OSHA Training
Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, or environmental engineering Minimum of one year of project experience in GIS applications or a Master’s degree
How to Apply Please send your résumé by post or e-mail to: Ms. Joanne Perry Stone Environmental, Inc. 535 Stone Cutters Way Montpelier, VT 05602 USA Fax / 802.229.5417 E-Mail / hr@stone-env.com
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Posted : Tuesday March 12 2013 15:24:53 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: National
National Research Council Research Associateship Programs
Briefly: The sponsor provides support to promote excellence in scientific and technological research conducted by the U.S. government through the administration of programs offering graduate, postdoctoral, and senior level research opportunities at sponsoring federal laboratories and affiliated institutions.
DEADLINE(s): 05/01/2013 08/01/2013 11/01/2013
More: rap E-mail: mcneil.mary-sue@epamail.epa.gov
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Posted : Tuesday March 12 2013 17:44:45 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local GEOMORPHOLOGIST or GEOARCHAEOLOGIST
Geoarcheology Research Associates, Inc. has an immediate opening for a geomorphologist/geoarcheologist.
Applicants should have an MA/MS in geology, anthropology, geography, or a related field, and field experience with Quaternary stratigraphic sequences in the Northeastern US. Responsibilities will include reading stratigraphy in the field, identifying anthropogenic sediments, and integrating anthropogenic and geogenic deposits.
Desirable qualifications include experience with urban geoarcheology and a working knowledge of GIS and ground penetrating radar.
The successful candidate should be eligible for RPA certification. Employment will be full-time on a project-by-project basis, with potential for permanent status. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Please email a brief letter of introduction and your CV or resume to: Eva Hulse, PhD, RPA, Senior Project Geoarcheologist
Geoarcheology Research Associates, Inc. eva.hulse@gra-geoarch.com office: (914) 423-3861
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Posted : Tuesday March 12 2013 19:27:26 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: International SENIOR RESEARCHER, temporary [presumably MS/MA with experience, or Ph.D.]
MEL Project - CONICYT "Assessment of Economic and Environmental Artisanal fishing activities. Diversification Strategies of Productive Coastal Societies in the South of Chile.
Main researcher: Ther Francisco Rios, ATLAS Program / University of Lagos (fther@ulagos.cl)
Priority Area: Economic - Environment OECD Discipline: 5. Social Sciences (5.2 Economics and Business; 5.9 Other social sciences, social and economic Geography 5.7)
Abstract: Through the researcher's stay will be supported research the interdisciplinary developing program of the University of Lagos, through the ATLAS research Program.- Interdisciplinary Research Programme on Complexity Planning and Sustainability, In this way, the stay is design to assist in the development of proposals for diversification and sustainable production in coastal societies of southern Chile, which will help to recognize the sustainable alternatives to artisanal fisheries resources, with the consequent impact on the good management of the marine environment.
The specific objectives are:
1. To develop and encomical accountancy of Artisanal Fisheries in the South of Chile (Region de Los Lagos and Aysen) 2. To Develop a methodology to estimate the main macro-magnitudes indicators of the various fishermen coves of the region. 3. Rebuilding the different value chains involved in the artisanal fisheries sector in the Region of Los Lagos and Aysen paying particular attention to the forms and strategies of local marketing in order to generate an alternative model that design enables diversification strategies. 4. Exploring the potential of "industrial upgrading" and potential for diversification of fishermen artisanal and Lakes Region of Aysen and the policies and resources to do so.
FINANCING: the stay will be at least 6 consecutive months. Payment: two month and a half million of chilean pesos (5.000 dollars approx.), plus tickets and 1.000 dollars for fieldwork activities.
-- Luís Outeiro PhD Investigador Postdoctoral CONICYT Universidad de Los Lagos, Chile.
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Posted : Tuesday March 12 2013 19:29:16 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: International SENIOR RESEARCHER, temporary [presumably MS/MA with experience, or Ph.D.]
MEL Project - CONICYT "Assessment of Economic and Environmental Artisanal fishing activities. Diversification Strategies of Productive Coastal Societies in the South of Chile.
Main researcher: Ther Francisco Rios, ATLAS Program / University of Lagos (fther@ulagos.cl)
Priority Area: Economic - Environment OECD Discipline: 5. Social Sciences (5.2 Economics and Business; 5.9 Other social sciences, social and economic Geography 5.7)
Abstract: Through the researcher's stay will be supported research the interdisciplinary developing program of the University of Lagos, through the ATLAS research Program.- Interdisciplinary Research Programme on Complexity Planning and Sustainability, In this way, the stay is design to assist in the development of proposals for diversification and sustainable production in coastal societies of southern Chile, which will help to recognize the sustainable alternatives to artisanal fisheries resources, with the consequent impact on the good management of the marine environment.
The specific objectives are:
1. To develop and encomical accountancy of Artisanal Fisheries in the South of Chile (Region de Los Lagos and Aysen) 2. To Develop a methodology to estimate the main macro-magnitudes indicators of the various fishermen coves of the region. 3. Rebuilding the different value chains involved in the artisanal fisheries sector in the Region of Los Lagos and Aysen paying particular attention to the forms and strategies of local marketing in order to generate an alternative model that design enables diversification strategies. 4. Exploring the potential of "industrial upgrading" and potential for diversification of fishermen artisanal and Lakes Region of Aysen and the policies and resources to do so.
FINANCING: the stay will be at least 6 consecutive months. Payment: two month and a half million of chilean pesos (5.000 dollars approx.), plus tickets and 1.000 dollars for fieldwork activities.
-- Luís Outeiro PhD Investigador Postdoctoral CONICYT Universidad de Los Lagos, Chile.
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Posted : Monday March 18 2013 21:15:59 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local Openings for two field technicians with New Jersey Meadowlands Commission
The New Jersey Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) was established by the NJ Legislature to serve as a regional zoning, planning and regulatory agency for a 19,730 acre area along the Hackensack River. The Meadowlands is one of the largest contiguous blocks of open space in the highly developed landscape of the NY City metropolitan area. The NJMC Natural Resources Department is active in carrying out the Commission’s mandate to protect and manage the natural resources in District.
The Commission is accepting applications for two positions of field technician to conduct fish and benthic invertebrate surveys in the District. The appointments will begin in June 2013 and run through the spring of 2015.
The responsibilities of the selected candidates will be the following. • Make field collections of fish and benthic invertebrates; and record field data. • Maintenance of samples collected during the study. • Sorting and identification of fish samples. • Maintenance/repair of fishing gear and other equipment. • Assist with other fieldwork as time permits. • Data entry.
Candidates must have the following qualifications. • Familiarity with Mid-Atlantic fishes. • Experience identifying estuarine fishes, including proficiency at using technical taxonomic keys. • Experience setting/retrieving otter trawls, fyke nets, gill nets, seines, and Ponar grab sampler. • Experience with conducting fieldwork, preferably including in tidal wetlands. • A bachelor’s degree in biology with appropriate aquatic related college-level coursework and fieldwork.
This is a two-year long temporary hourly position. Most of the weeks will require working essentially full-time.
Interested applicants send their curriculum vitae with a cover letter by email to: Ross.Feltes@njmeadowlands.gov
Dr. Ross M. Feltes Supervisor of Natural Resources Management The New Jersey Meadowlands Commission One DeKorte Park Plaza Lyndhurst, New Jersey 07071-3707 fax: (201) 460-8434 www.njmeadowlands.gov
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Posted : Wednesday March 20 2013 15:50:02 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National Position Available: Sustainable Technology Research Fellow
Oberlin College invites applications for the position of Sustainable Technology Research Fellow. The successful candidate will assist in the development and management of “Environmental Dashboard,” a novel technological system that provides community residents with environmentally and socially contextualized real-time feedback on electricity and water flows and environmental conditions through residential and commercial buildings and through cities. More information on the project can be found at: www.oberlindashboard.org. We seek a recent college graduate (or equivalent experience) with substantial knowledge of computer systems and excellent organizational skills who is excited by the opportunity to develop and manage novel technology designed to motivate and empower citizens to take better care of the environment. Applications will be considered immediately until the position is filled (6/1 limit). A full description and instructions for application are posted at: jobs_detail.dot?id=5184524
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Posted : Wednesday March 27 2013 15:38:47 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Montclair CLEAN WATER ACTION ENVIRONMENTAL JOBS AND PAID INTERNSHIPS NJEF is currently hiring entry-level campaign staff to organize strong grassroots campaigns to protect the health, economy, environment, and livelihood of New Jersey communitiies. This is a field canvass position that will build grassroots support on local NJ environmental issues. Staff consists of committed, professional, highly skilled activists. New employees receive extensive training and continuing support on issue knowledge and campaign skills. Hrs: 2:00-10:00pm, Mon-Fri Benefits: * Work with NJ\'s largest environmental nonprofit * Gain knowledge of local politics, campaign strategies, and environmental issues * Opportunities for travel throughout NJ and the US, including national and regional conferences * Major medical and dental insurance * 2 weeks paid vacation per year, plus paid holidays & sick days * Rapid advancement and management training
Compensation: $450+ per week, contingent on performance and leadership responsibilities
Requirements: Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a genuine committment to the environment, nature, progressive politics, and the vision of a just society. We also look for an ability to thrive in and support a team dynamic, a positive attitude, self-motivation, and good sense of humor.
Contact: Montclair -- 973-744-3005 Long Branch -- 732-963-9714
Eric Benson Canvass Director NJ Environmental Federation NJ Chapter of Clean Water Action www.cleanwateraction.org/njef 559 Bloomfield Ave Montclair, NJ 07042 (973) 744-3005 (973) 744-3069 Fax
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Posted : Wednesday March 27 2013 16:27:55 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: National
National Weather Association
Dr. Roderick A. Scofield Scholarship in Meteorology
Briefly: The sponsor offers one college scholarship per year in the amount of $1000 to aspiring meteorologists.
DEADLINE(s): 05/15/2013
WWW1: Scofield.php WWW2: index.php E-mail: exdir@nwas.org
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Posted : Thursday March 28 2013 13:41:47 by: Mark C
Briefly: The Division of Earth Sciences (EAR) awards Postdoctoral Fellowships to recent recipients of doctoral degrees for research and training in topics relevant to Earth sciences. The fellows must develop and implement 1) research projects that seek to address scientific questions within the purview of EAR programs and 2) plans to broaden participation in Earth sciences. The program supports researchers for a period of up to 2 years with fellowships that can be taken to the institution of their choice (including facilities abroad). The program is intended to recognize beginning investigators of significant potential, and provide them with research experience, mentorship, and training that will establish them in leadership positions in the Earth Sciences community. Because the fellowships are offered only to postdoctoral scientists early in their career, doctoral advisors are encouraged to discuss the availability of EAR postdoctoral fellowships with their graduate students early in their doctoral programs. Fellowships are awards to individuals, not institutions, and are administered by the Fellows.
DEADLINE(s): 07/18/2013 WWW: nsf13548.htm E-mail: lpatino@nsf.gov
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Posted : Monday April 1 2013 19:35:20 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local Volunteer Position: Volunteer Research Analyst – Energy Efficiency [NOTE: Volunteer internship. For-credit is possible. NOTE: grad student specified. But, if interested anyhow, would encourage talented undergrads to apply. --Dr. Pope]
Purpose: The County of Passaic is seeking a Volunteer Research Analyst to support the development of our Energy Efficiency Market Transformation Strategy. Passaic County is engaged with the MIT CoLab Green Economic Development Initiative, to identify strategies to grow markets for energy efficiency services in commercial buildings, and to realize economic development and environmental benefits. Job Title: Volunteer Research Analyst – Energy Efficiency Location: The Volunteer Research Analyst will work out of the Department of Planning & Economic Development offices at 930 Riverview Drive, Suite 250, Totowa, NJ 07512. Key Responsibilities: The Volunteer Research Analyst will be responsible for researching efficiency policies and programs, and developing an energy efficiency market strategy for the County of Passaic. (1) Assists with information gathering, administering surveys to energy efficiency services providers / potential economic clusters, and data analysis for the Energy Efficiency Industry Analysis; (2) Helps prepare Passaic County’s Energy Efficiency Market Transformation Strategy, including strategies to grow markets for energy efficiency and developing a stronger local energy efficiency ‘cluster’ of businesses.
Reports to: Jennifer Gonzalez Environmental Planner County of Passaic Department of Planning & Economic Development 973-569-4045 jenniferg@passsaiccountynj.org
Length of Appointment: The Volunteer Research Analyst will work for the term of the MIT GEDI Energy Efficiency Market Transformation Strategy project, April 1 – October 1, 2013.
Time Commitment:The Volunteer Research Analyst will work a minimum of 7 and maximum of 22.5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling to accommodate class schedules.
Qualifications: The candidate should be a Graduate student studying planning, economics, environmental management, and/or engineering or a closely related field, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access; database management experience is a plus. The Research Analyst should have strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate ability to take the initiative to follow through on projects in a team setting with a typical (or standard) degree of supervision. The volunteer must have a valid drivers’ license to perform required field work.
Support Provided: The student will be a Passaic County Volunteer, but will receive substantial direction from MIT GEDI.
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Posted : Monday April 1 2013 19:38:48 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local PVSC Summer Internships – Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program
Title of Internship: New Jersey Harbor Dischargers Group (NJHDG) Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program Intern General Description of Position Status: The NJHDG Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program summer sampling season runs from May – September. The intern program is divided into two (2) eight (8)-week sessions: two (2) interns needed for eight (8) weeks from May 13 – July 5, and two (2) interns needed for eight (8) weeks from July 8 – August 30. Interns will work approximately five to six (5-6) hours/day starting at 8:15 AM, five (5) days/week (Monday – Friday). On one (1) day every three (3) weeks beginning in late June, work hours will start at 6:00 AM for a continuous monitoring project in NY Harbor. These positions will be unpaid with Graduation Credit to be determined by education institution.
Program Supervisors: Paty Lopes, Manager of Process Control and Ashley Slagle, Scientist III Qualifications: Applicants should be Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry majors. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are all essential to this position. Applicants should be able to easily lift and carry up to twenty (20) lbs., be able to swim, and be comfortable working on a boat. Company Name: Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Location: Newark, New Jersey
About PVSC: Please visit our website! www.nj.gov/pvsc Since 1902, the PVSC has expanded its mission to enhance the viability, and environmental health and security of the almost two million residents in the 48 municipalities of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Union and Passaic Counties of the Passaic Valley Service District. In accordance with federal and state water quality legislation, the Commissioners and staff of PVSC continuously work together to: • Operate and maintain the PVSC infrastructure including the Newark Bay Treatment Plant and its 22-mile interceptor sewer line to enable the processing of over 300 Million gallons of wastewater every day. • Administer and operate monitoring and compliance programs to identify organic and inorganic pollutants and prevent them from entering the waterways of the Passaic River and its tributaries. • Improve the recreational and economic uses of Newark Bay, the Passaic River and its tributaries by removing debris and other pollutants from shorelines and waterways through in-house and community based River Restoration Programs. • Provide environmental instruction and awareness programs to school systems district-wide. • Leverage excess treatment capacity to provide low-cost liquid waste and sludge disposal options to municipalities, industries and businesses outside of the service area. PVSC moves forward into a second century of service to its ratepayers with an aggressive plan to control costs and identify alternative funding sources for necessary infrastructure maintenance, automation, and upgrades, while providing innovative, environmentally sound and cost effective wastewater treatment
The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is one of the largest modern wastewater facilities in the Eastern United States and one of the half-dozen largest in the entire country. The 140-acre (0.70 km^2) plant contains more than eight miles (13 km) of access roads, more than one mile (1.6 km) of 15-foot-wide (4.57 m) utility tunnels, miles of sewers and storm drains, miles of process pipes, thousands of instruments and valves, hundreds of pumps, and a 450-ft (137.16 m) long bridge over Doremus Avenue. The PVSC wastewater facility is a pure oxygen activated sludge secondary treatment plant designed to achieve an average effluent carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD5) of 25 mg/L and an average effluent total suspended solids (TSS) of 30 mg/L. The plant is designed to treat an average of 330 mgd (14.45 m^3/s) of wastewater with an annual average flow of 223 mgd (9.77 m^3/s) and wet weather treatment capacity of 400 mgd (17.525 m^3/s). • PVSC’s Work with the New Jersey Harbor Dischargers Group (NJHDG) PVSC’s Ambient Water Quality Monitoring division implements a Long-Term Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program for the waters in the New Jersey portion of the NY/NJ Harbor Estuary on behalf of and in conjunction with the New Jersey Harbor Dischargers Group (NJHDG), a group of nine (9) sewerage agencies representing eleven (11) wastewater treatment plants in northeastern New Jersey. The NJHDG Long-Term Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program was initiated in 2003 and is modeled after the successful New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) Harbor Survey program, which has been collecting water quality data in New York for over 100 years. The main objective of the NJHDG Long-Term Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program is to develop a comprehensive database for conventional chemical water quality parameters on the existing water quality of the New Jersey waters of the NY/NJ Harbor by routinely and extensively sampling the waters of the Passaic River, Hackensack River, Newark Bay, Arthur Kill, Raritan River, Raritan Bay, and the Hudson River. The NJHDG program has effectively served to eliminate the data gap for the New Jersey waters of the NY/NJ Harbor by monitoring water bodies that are not currently monitored by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Surface Water Quality Monitoring Network, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Surface Water Quality Gages, or the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) New York Bight Water Quality Monitoring Program. The NJHDG Long-Term Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program monitors thirty-three (33) locations throughout the region for a list of eighteen (18) conventional chemical water quality parameters, including temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), salinity, solids, nutrients, and bacteria. Monitoring is performed at each station weekly during the summer sampling season from May through September and monthly during the winter sampling season from October through April. Results are obtained through the use of a handheld meter for in-situ measurements and analytical analyses performed by the certified analytical laboratories at the NJHDG facilities. Findings are compiled in a report published every two (2) years. The latest NJHDG Water Quality Report can be found on PVSC’s website. 2010%20NJHDG%20WQ%20Report%20-%20FINAL.pdf PVSC’s Ambient Water Quality Monitoring division also performs the collection of continuous water quality data in the Hudson River and Upper New York Bay from late June through early October. Data sondes attached to moorings are set to collect temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen (DO), and depth readings every fifteen (15) minutes. The data sondes are retrieved and replaced with freshly calibrated sondes every three (3) weeks throughout the continuous monitoring season, and the collected data is uploaded and analyzed. General Position Responsibilities: •Assist field sampling crews with equipment preparation •Assist with handheld meter and data sonde calibrations •Assist with collection and transport of water quality samples •Assist with data sonde deployment and retrieval •Perform proper water quality sampling techniques •Ensure proper sample preservation •Ensure proper Quality Assurance procedures • Maintain sample integrity with chains-of-custody For More Information: Please contact Patricia Lopes, Manager of Process Control at plopes@pvsc.nj.gov or 973.817.5983 or Ashley Slagle, Scientist III at aslagle@pvsc.nj.gov or 973.817.5958 To Apply: Please visit our website at www.nj.gov/pvsc, Click on the “Employment” link, select and double click on the “Employment Application Download” link. Please email a completed employment application along with a cover letter and resume to PVSCHumanResources@pvsc.nj.gov or mail your application packet to the address below. Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Attn: Human Resources 600 Wilson Avenue Newark, NJ 07105 The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation. PVSC offers excellent benefit options and pension plan. Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information about PVSC, please visit www.nj.gov/pvsc .
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Posted : Monday April 1 2013 19:39:58 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local PVSC SUMMER INTERNSHIPS – MICROBIOLOGY IN THE LABORATORY The PVSC Microbiology Lab is certified in three parameters with the New Jersey Department of Environment Protection (NJDEP); Fecal coliform, Enterococcus Faecalis, and E. coli. PVSC plant chlorinated effluent sample is analyzed daily. Harbor Discharge Group “River water” samples analyzed daily. General Description Position Status: The work schedule of the approved intern will be determined upon discussion with the department head and the intern. The position will be unpaid with Graduation Credit to be determined by the education institution. Department Head Supervising Intern Anthony Scalera, Laboratory Director Qualifications: Major in Biology, strong computer skills, able to organize assigned work demands, safety conscious, and ability to read and write English. Company Name: Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Location: Newark, New Jersey About PVSC: Please visit our website! www.nj.gov/pvsc Mission Statement Building upon a century of operational excellence preserving and improving New Jersey’s water quality through river restoration and providing sustainable wastewater services to over two million Garden State residents in the Passaic Valley Basin. Who We Are The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC), established in 1902 by an Act of New Jersey State Legislature, began operation of the Newark Bay Treatment Plant in 1924 as a means to alleviate pollution in the Passaic River and its tributaries. Major expansions, upgrades and renovations throughout the twentieth century have made the PVSC one of the largest wastewater treatment plants in the United States. Since 1902, the PVSC has expanded its mission to enhance the viability, and environmental health and security of the almost two million residents in the 48 municipalities of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Union and Passaic Counties of the Passaic Valley Service District. In accordance with federal and state water quality legislation, the Commissioners and staff of PVSC continuously work together to: • Operate and maintain the PVSC infrastructure including the Newark Bay Treatment Plant and its 22-mile interceptor sewer line to enable the processing of over 300 Million gallons of wastewater every day. • Administer and operate monitoring and compliance programs to identify organic and inorganic pollutants and prevent them from entering the waterways of the Passaic River and its tributaries. • Improve the recreational and economic uses of Newark Bay, the Passaic River and its tributaries by removing debris and other pollutants from shorelines and waterways through in-house and community based River Restoration Programs. • Provide environmental instruction and awareness programs to school systems district-wide. • Leverage excess treatment capacity to provide low-cost liquid waste and sludge disposal options to municipalities, industries and businesses outside of the service area. PVSC moves forward into a second century of service to its ratepayers with an aggressive plan to control costs and identify alternative funding sources for necessary infrastructure maintenance, automation, and upgrades, while providing innovative, environmentally sound and cost effective wastewater treatment. What We Do The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is one of the largest modern wastewater facilities in the Eastern United States and one of the half-dozen largest in the entire country. The 140-acre (0.70 km^2) plant contains more than eight miles (13 km) of access roads, more than one mile (1.6 km) of 15-foot-wide (4.57 m) utility tunnels, miles of sewers and storm drains, miles of process pipes, thousands of instruments and valves, hundreds of pumps, and a 450-ft (137.16 m) long bridge over Doremus Avenue. The PVSC wastewater facility is a pure oxygen activated sludge secondary treatment plant designed to achieve an average effluent carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD5) of 25 mg/L and an average effluent total suspended solids (TSS) of 30 mg/L. The plant is designed to treat an average of 330 mgd (14.45 m^3/s) of wastewater with an annual average flow of
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Posted : Monday April 1 2013 19:41:10 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local PVSC SUMMER INTERNSHIPS – STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING General Description Position Status: The work schedule of the approved intern will be determined upon discussion with the department head and the intern. The position will be unpaid with Graduation Credit to be determined by the education institution. Department Head Supervising Intern: John Bolcar, Manager of Engineering Qualifications: Applicants should be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with an interest in Structural Analysis and Design. Company Name: Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Location: Newark, New Jersey About PVSC: Please visit our website! www.nj.gov/pvsc Mission Statement Building upon a century of operational excellence preserving and improving New Jersey’s water quality through river restoration and providing sustainable wastewater services to over two million Garden State residents in the Passaic Valley Basin. Who We Are The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC), established in 1902 by an Act of New Jersey State Legislature, began operation of the Newark Bay Treatment Plant in 1924 as a means to alleviate pollution in the Passaic River and its tributaries. Major expansions, upgrades and renovations throughout the twentieth century have made the PVSC one of the largest wastewater treatment plants in the United States. Since 1902, the PVSC has expanded its mission to enhance the viability, and environmental health and security of the almost two million residents in the 48 municipalities of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Union and Passaic Counties of the Passaic Valley Service District. In accordance with federal and state water quality legislation, the Commissioners and staff of PVSC continuously work together to: • Operate and maintain the PVSC infrastructure including the Newark Bay Treatment Plant and its 22-mile interceptor sewer line to enable the processing of over 300 Million gallons of wastewater every day. • Administer and operate monitoring and compliance programs to identify organic and inorganic pollutants and prevent them from entering the waterways of the Passaic River and its tributaries. • Improve the recreational and economic uses of Newark Bay, the Passaic River and its tributaries by removing debris and other pollutants from shorelines and waterways through in-house and community based River Restoration Programs. • Provide environmental instruction and awareness programs to school systems district-wide. • Leverage excess treatment capacity to provide low-cost liquid waste and sludge disposal options to municipalities, industries and businesses outside of the service area. PVSC moves forward into a second century of service to its ratepayers with an aggressive plan to control costs and identify alternative funding sources for necessary infrastructure maintenance, automation, and upgrades, while providing innovative, environmentally sound and cost effective wastewater treatment. What We Do The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is one of the largest modern wastewater facilities in the Eastern United States and one of the half-dozen largest in the entire country. The 140-acre (0.70 km^2) plant contains more than eight miles (13 km) of access roads, more than one mile (1.6 km) of 15-foot-wide (4.57 m) utility tunnels, miles of sewers and storm drains, miles of process pipes, thousands of instruments and valves, hundreds of pumps, and a 450-ft (137.16 m) long bridge over Doremus Avenue. The PVSC wastewater facility is a pure oxygen activated sludge secondary treatment plant designed to achieve an average effluent carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD5) of 25 mg/L and an average effluent total suspended solids (TSS) of 30 mg/L. The plant is designed to treat an average of 330 mgd (14.45 m^3/s) of wastewater with an annual average flow of 223 mgd (9.77 m^3/s) and wet weather treatment capacity of 400 mgd (17.525 m^3/s).
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Posted : Monday April 8 2013 16:33:39 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National Graduate Student Research Program grantprogram.htm
Joshua Tree National Park has instituted a program to encourage independent field research by graduate students enrolled in accredited institutions. The program benefits the student researcher by providing an opportunity to demonstrate how their research can apply to land management issues. In addition, it provides park staff with a better understanding of the resources at Joshua Tree National Park. Thanks to The Lee Family Foundation, grants of up to $4,000 are available to assist students with expenses.
Applying for a Robert Lee Graduate Student Research Grant The process for applying for a research grant involves several steps. Missing a step could reduce your chances of being selected or even disqualify your application.
1.Review the selection criteria. 2.Familiarize yourself with the resources of Joshua Tree National Park. 3.Complete the application. 4.Attach your curriculum vita, references cited, and all tables or figures referenced within the proposal to the end of the application. 5.Save the entire document as one PDF file. 6.Email the application to Josh Hoines (josh_hoines@nps.gov) by May 2, 2013. 7.A letter of confidence from your faculty advisor is required to complete your application. This letter must demonstrate an understanding of the research proposal and will serve as a professional reference. The letter must be on institution letterhead, received by May 2, 2013 and must be sent directly from the faculty member to the following address: Joshua Tree National Park Robert Lee Graduate Student Research Grant Josh Hoines RE: "Applicant Name" 74485 National Park Drive Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
When your application is complete you will receive a confirmation email. Complete applications will be reviewed and ranked by a selection committee. Awards will be announced by June 7, 2013.
Grant recipients will need to obtain a permit from the National Park Service before beginning their research projects. Please remember that the permitting process takes a minimum of 30 days.
Research Categories Research proposals should focus on some aspect of the natural or cultural resources of Joshua Tree National Park. Appropriate fields of study include, but are not limited to: botany, wildlife, desert ecology, archaeology, ethnography, paleontology, geology, soil science, museum science, resource management, and conservation.
Selection Criteria Grant proposals will be ranked based on three categories: 1) scientific merit, problem definition, feasibility, and quality of presentation; 2) application to resource management; 3) application to education, and interpretive value and products. More...
Funding Grants of up to $4,000 will be provided to assist students with field study expenses as well as data analysis, lodging, transportation, field supplies, and research equipment. Funding may be requested for the following: necessary supplies and minor equipment; actual cost of food and travel to, from, and at the park; special logistical costs; computer support; access costs to special analytical equipment, etc. Non-allowable categories include: preparation of thesis copy, salaries and stipends, publication costs, purchase of classroom books, and purchase of computer equipment. Grants are awarded on an annual basis, therefore multiyear projects require resubmitting an application each year.
Application DEADLINE To be considered for a grant, students must submit a complete application and a letter of confidence from a primary faculty advisor by May 2, 2013. Materials should be saved in PDF format and emailed to Josh Hoines (josh_hoines@nps.gov). Grant recipients will be announced by June 7, 2013.
Research Permits Recipients will need to obtain a research permit through the National Park Service Research Permitting and Reporting System. Please plan on a minimum of 30 days for the permit request to process and plan to contact Joshua Tree's Research Permit Coordinator to coordinate your research efforts. The park may be able to assist researchers with logistics, though this would be on a case-by-case basis.
Grant Recipient Obligations This award program is designed to promote the transfer of scientific knowledge to National Park Service managers and to the public. Requirements for the grant include: 1) submitting a written report to park staff; 2) submitting content for a webpage that details the project, materials and methods, and conclusions; and 3) presenting your work at a suitable public forum, ideally in a locally available setting such as the Desert Institute's lecture series. Recipients should complete all requirements within two years of receiving the grant.
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Posted : Wednesday April 17 2013 16:47:03 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: Local
NY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: GIS Developer
Civil Service Title: COMPUTER SPECIALIST (SOFTWARE) Proposed Salary Range: $ 83,388.00 - $115,470.00 (Annual) Work Location: 55 Water St,= NY, NY, Division/Work Unit: IT & Telecom
Candidate will serve as a GIS Developer as part of NYCDOT's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) unit in the IT & Telecom Division. Under general supervision, supports the development of the agency's GIS projects. This includes designing spatial and non-spatial GIS database, developing applications with GIS component and support of the agency??s Enterprise GIS systems. The GIS developer will review data and systems developed by consultants.
The Candidate's primary responsibility will be to manage, organize and implement large complex GIS projects. The candidate will also consults with clients at all organizational levels to gather requirements for new GIS applications and/or document existing system business process. The preferred candidate must demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative, creative, and results-oriented environment.
Preferred Skills:
1. Knowledge of NYC government and transportation issues and Interest in urban planning and geography.
2. Understanding of GIS applications and analysis, and of relational database concepts.
3. Experience using ESRI ArcGIS products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and ArcToolbox) and open source GIS software such as FWTools, GeoServer, MapNik, SpatialLite, MapBox amongst others.
4. Demonstrated programming skills utilizing web frameworks such as ESRI JavaScript API, Dojo, JQuery. ASP.Net, MVC, Entity Framework
5. Proficient in the Python scripting language
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Full job description and information on how to apply: 14tF0a2 Recruitment Contact: Jean Kirk (jkirk [at] dot.nyc.gov)
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Posted : Wednesday April 24 2013 17:46:56 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National SEACAMP, Florida Keys Science Instructor Position openings.
Course topics include marine biology, coral reef ecology, ichthyology, animal behavior, invert. biology, shark biology, fisheries science, environmental science, marine aquaria, and marine research. Courses are taught in local habitats (mangroves, coral reefs, tide pools, shallow marine systems). Courses involve lab work, lecture, field trips. Instructors participate in all camp functions, serves as cabin counselors, and assist in camper supervision.
Requirements Must be 21 ys of age, current valid driver's license with clean record. Must have BA or BS in Biology, Marine Science, or related field. Must be comfortable in water and strong swimming skills; SCUBA certification preferred but not required. Employment dates May 23-Aug 31, May 23-Dec. 20, or year round.
Benefits Salary, room/board, snorkeling/SCUBA opportunities and other recreation.
[Other office, program, and instructor positions are available.]
E-mail resume to staff@seacamp.org, or call 877-SEACAMP. Further info www.seacamp.org
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Posted : Friday April 26 2013 02:36:32 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: International
Visiting research position for PhD Students or Post Docs
The International Center for Climate Governance (ICCG) - a think tank focusing its activities on climate policy design and governance - is calling for applications for a six-month visiting research position for PhD Students or Post Docs. Research activities will be carried out in the ICCG’s offices, based on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy.
ICCG research is characterised by an interdisciplinary approach, gathering experts in different fields such as policy, history, architecture, natural sciences. The crucial common denominator is the focus on the integration of the social, political, cultural and economic dimensions of climate change.
The successful applicant will be encouraged to develop his research project linked to the following aspects of climate change governance:
the role of institutions, interests, and alternative models of governance for the control of climate change; the evaluation of climate and energy policies at international and national level; best practices tackling climate change; climate change and energy poverty; climate change in the Arctic marine area; climate change and health.
During the visiting period, the researcher is also expected to hold seminars and to contribute to the ICCG publications: LinkList.aspx?IDSM=61&Lan=en-US
ICCG offers a truly international and interdisciplinary workplace. The strong ties with a world-wide network of research institutions engaged in the analysis of climate change issues under different perspectives allows a continuous fruitful exchange of experiences. A full range of the ICCG activities is available at www.iccgov.org
Scholarship
The successful candidate is expected to begin the research stay in October 2013. The researcher will be granted a EUR 1000/month gross salary and will be lodged for six months in the prestigious Vittore Branca Residence of Fondazione Giorgio Cini, on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore (see: the-residence ).
Requirements
The candidates are expected to be resourceful, highly motivated and to have sound knowledge in climate policy and should be PhD students or Post Docs in environmental/ecological economics or environmental sciences with focus on climate adaptation and mitigation measures and policies. A multidisciplinary background is favoured. An excellent command of written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of Italian language is not required.
Application
Applicants should send the following documents in a single .pdf file to Fanny Liotto to fanny.liotto@feem.it:
Application form Letter of intents Detailed curriculum vitae with a full list of publications and on-going projects A research project within the ICCG research fields (max. 1500 words)
The DEADLINE for application is May 31st, 2013. Notification of the selection will be sent out via e-mail by June 2013.
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 20:42:13 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: International University of Manitoba - PhD Opportunity: Contributing areas and nutrient transport in near-level landscapes of the Lake Winnipeg Basin
Position: The Watershed Systems Research Program (WSRP), the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Manitoba, and the National Hydrology Research Centre (Environment Canada, Saskatoon) invite applications for a PhD position in hydrology and biogeochemistry. We seek a highly-qualified PhD student to explore the link between runoff dynamics and nutrient export mechanisms in flat Prairie regions. Runoff contributing areas are known to vary on an event, seasonal and annual basis, although it is unclear how processes such as sheet flow on frozen ground, water losses in high infiltration capacity soils, slough and wetland connectivity, and enhanced drainage via man-made structures rank or interact to determine those contributing areas at different timescales. The PhD student will deploy hydrometric instruments in selected watersheds in Manitoba and develop a dynamic model of overland flow connectivity toward a time-dependent delineation of contributing areas in the downstream portion of the Lake Winnipeg Basin. The PhD student will also develop a better understanding of the movement of nutrients through near-level watersheds as a function of variable contributing areas. The PhD position will be associated with extensive travelling between Manitoba and Saskatchewan as the successful candidate will be working in two interdisciplinary environments at the University of Manitoba (lead: Dr. Genevieve Ali) and the National Hydrology Research Centre (lead: Dr. Chris Spence). The position is available to start immediately.
Qualifications: Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in a natural resources or engineering field, with an emphasis on hydrology or water quality. The successful applicant should be a motivated individual with a good inclination for problem solving; s/he should have previous field experience, proficiency in at least one programming language, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in MATLAB and GIS will be considered an asset. The successful applicant should also meet the requirements for acceptance into the PhD program in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University Manitoba.
Funding: This PhD position is fully funded by Environment Canada for a period up to 4 years; a competitive remuneration will be offered to the successful applicant to aid in the completion of the PhD program.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on May 10, 2013 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Applications should include a cover letter, a CV, and contact information for three referees. For further information or to submit an application, please contact:
Dr. Genevieve Ali, BSc Hons, PhD Junior Chair, Watershed Systems Research Program Assistant Professor, Department of Geological Sciences Center for Earth Observation Science (CEOS) Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth and Resources, University of Manitoba Email: Genevieve.Ali@ad.umanitoba.ca
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 21:12:18 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: International Research Officer / Research Fellow, Centre for Coal Seam Gas
Job ID: 13102125 Position Title: Research Officer / Research Fellow, Centre for Coal Seam Gas Company Name: The University of Queensland Industry: Academic Job Function: Academic Entry Level: No Location(s): Brisbane, Queensland, 4072, Australia Posted: April 14, 2013 Job Type: Full-time Job Duration: 1-2 Years Min Education: Master's Degree Min Experience: 0-1 Year Required Travel: None Salary: $57,330.00 - $97,205.00 (Yearly Salary)
Job Description The Centre for Coal Seam Gas (CCSG) was established in conjunction with key players in the Queensland coal seam gas (CSG) industry and is now a world class centre of excellence for CSG (the Centre) which strengthens research and education in disciplines of importance for the developing CSG/LNG industry. The Centre will provide a single coordinated access point for industry and government to disciplines such as economics, business, engineering, geosciences, water, ecology, sustainability and social sciences.
CCSG forms part of the University's Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI). The SMI is one of UQ's seven research institutes. It has about 350 staff across seven inter-related research centres and its commercialisation company, JKTech.
The role: To work on research projects across, but not limited to, the Centre's four theme areas: Petroleum Engineering, Geosciences, Water and Social Performance. The role will contribute to the acquisition of key scientific knowledge relevant to the development and management of the CSG industry, in order to deliver improved sustainability outcomes for both industry and the community. The position is responsible for contributing to the design of research activities, engaging with relevant stakeholders, collating and analysing data and contributing to the interpretation and reporting of results.
Remuneration: The remuneration package will be in the range AUD$57,330 - $97,205 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17%. Four full-time, fixed-term positions are available for 1-3 years at Academic Research Level A or B (depending on qualifications and experience).
Enquiries: To discuss this role please contact Alistair Innes-Walker, CCSG Operations Manager, Sustainable Minerals Institute, telephone +61-7-3346-3017 or email a.innes-walker@uq.edu.au. To submit an application for this role, go to uqjobs and use the Apply button. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.
Applications close: 12 May 2013
Job No.: 494560
UQ is an equal opportunity employer. Job Requirements The person: Applicants need to possess a Masters qualification in relevant disciplines. A PhD qualification is desirable but not essential. You should also have proven capacity in developing a successful and highly-productive research career in resources industry, good general research skills, a strong methodological background, excellent statistical and analytical skills, very good writing abilities, and the capacity to work with multidisciplinary research teams.
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 21:15:07 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National TEMPORARY INSTRUCTOR The Department of Geography at The University of Alabama invites applications for a non-tenure earning full-time instructor. This position is a one-year, non-renewable position beginning August 16, 2013. We are seeking a geographer to teach multiple sections of human geography courses, including world regional, cultural geography and the geography of Europe. A Master’s degree is required though a Ph.D. is preferred.
To apply, go to facultyjobs.ua.edu and complete the online application. Attach a letter of application with a statement of background and experience relevant to this position, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references under “other documents.” The review of applications will begin June 3, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.
For information about the Department visit our website at geography.ua.edu
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 21:19:06 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National The Department of Geography and Geosciences invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach one section of our Introduction to Atmospheric Science course in the Fall 2013 term. An additional position is available to teach one section of the Earth System Science course in Fall 2013. Both of these courses are undergraduate general education courses at the 100-level. There is a possibility that a single candidate could potentially teach both of these courses and future teaching opportunities may be available in future terms. For the Fall 2013 term, the successful Atmospheric Science applicant would be expected to teach one section of the atmospheric science course from 9:15 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with a lab from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Monday afternoons. For the Fall 2013 term, the successful Earth System Science applicant would be expected to teach one section of the Earth System Science course from 6:00-9:00 PM on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes begin August 27, 2013 for the Earth System Science course. For further information contact Dr. Michael Lindberg, Chair, Department of Geography & Geosciences, Elmhurst College, michaell@elmhurst.edu, phone 630/617-3598 or apply online at www.elmhurst.edu. Elmhurst College, an equal opportunity employer, seeks candidates with demonstrated ability to contribute positively to a multicultural campus community Job Requirements The successful candidates should have at least a degree in geography or meteorology, or related science at the Masters level and three years of relevant teaching experience.
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 21:21:19 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National GIS Program Manager The GeoCenter Program Manager serves as the coordinator of staff efforts to carry out the required tasks under the direction of the USAID COR in coordination with the Geo-Center Director/Agency Geographer. The PM provides management and leadership for all technical and administrative aspects of the project including quality, performance, personnel, security, resource allocation and budgeting. Coordinates with the customer on proposals, reports and other technical documents. Provides proven expertise in geospatial project management from inception to deployment. Demonstrated capability managing multi-task contracts. Manages large tasks, projects, or functions that call for project management or managerial expertise performed primarily on-site. Is the primary customer contact for all contractual issues, communications, technical direction and work assignments. The Program Manager is supported by the FCG Contracts Manager, who will be the official point of contact for the USAID Contracting Officer. The PM for this effort shall also possess the general qualifications of the Senior Geospatial Specialist. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Doctoral degree; equivalent work experience may be substituted for educational credentials.
Minimum Experience: 6 years with Bachelor’s; 4 years with Master’s; 2 years with Doctoral.
Additional skills and background:
• Shall have at least 3 years of Program Management experience, including direct supervision of personnel, to ensure coherence and consistency under tight DEADLINEs within a fluid environment.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing the application of geospatial tools and methods – this experience applied to international development programs is a plus.
• Technical knowledge of GIS, Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) and creation of geospatial data products applicable to international development.
• Experience implementing geospatial meta-data standards, workflows, data-sharing protocols and GIS best practices.
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance is required for consideration.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
To apply, please send resume and salary requirements to recruiting@choosefreedomit.com.
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Posted : Wednesday May 1 2013 21:23:33 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National Professional Research Associate/Policy Analyst
Seeking an experienced research economist (may be geographer or demographer) to join the Headwaters Economics team in Bozeman, Montana. Must have a keen interest in the land and people of the American West. Expertise in energy economics and policy are of particular interest. Applicants also must have experience analyzing socioeconomic data and a demonstrated ability to translate research and policy ideas for a variety of audiences. Excellent written and verbal skills are essential, as is capacity for collaboration across disciplines and with diverse partners.
Headwaters Economics is a small and innovative research group whose work focuses on improving community development and land management decisions in the West. We reach local and national audiences, including federal land management agencies, state and federal elected officials, universities, economic development organizations, nonprofit groups, and others. Headwaters Economicsis located in Bozeman, Montana, an attractive university town nestled in the Rocky Mountains.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct research on a variety of topics. Examples include: energy policy (fossil fuels and renewables) and its impact on rural communities; the role of changing demographics on economic development opportunities; the economic role of federal public lands; the cost of wildfire suppression; and economic vulnerabilities to climate change. Gather and analyze economic, social, and demographic trend data. Write reports and speak in public. Communicate with a variety of audiences, including local, state, and federal elected officials, public lands managers, and the media, and in different venuessuch as conferences and peer-reviewed journals. Lead team-based projects, including staff and outside consultants.
QUALIFICATIONS Graduate degree in economics, geography, demographics, or similar field suitable for analysis of economic development and western environmental policy. Applied experience in western resource management, policy, or other non-academic settings preferred. Combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Posted : Thursday May 2 2013 00:42:28 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: Regional PhD Assistantship
PhD Assistantship (University of Maryland): Spatial modeling and remote sensing of intraspecific variation in phenology under changing climate
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is seeking a motivated PhD student interested in studying spatial variation in forest tree phenology and its relationship to underlying genomic variation and environmental gradients. The student would join a team of biogeographers, remote-sensing scientists, and population geneticists to develop novel statistical methods to model and map intraspecific variation at regional to continental scales. An emphasis of the position is on developing approaches to identify the geographic location of populations pre/mal-adapted to future climate change. Within this framework, there are numerous opportunities for a student to extend the broader project objectives to include any number of ideas the student is most interested in pursuing.
This is an ideal project for an individual with excellent quantitative and computer programming skills (e.g., R, python, etc.) and with an interest in working at the interface of biogeographical modeling, remote sensing, and landscape genomics, while developing the following skills:
- statistical modeling generally and spatial modeling of biodiversity in particular - remote sensing of phenology - spatial analysis, including GIS - macroscale ecology and global change
The project is based at the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, Maryland, with Matt Fitzpatrick, Andrew Elmore, and Stephen Keller. Student support has been secured through a grant from the National Science Foundation. The student will matriculate through the Marine, Estuarine, and Environmental Sciences Program (MEES) at the University of Maryland, College Park and will reside at the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg for the duration of the project.
To apply, please email as a single pdf document: (1) a statement of interest, (2) a CV, and (3) contact information for three references to mfitzpatrick [aatt] umces.edu. Review of applications will begin on February 18th, 2013, with a start date of Fall semester 2013.
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Posted : Wednesday May 8 2013 19:44:54 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: National
Research Associate: Satellite Remote Sensing: Land Cover Change / Dynamics
Department of Geographical Sciences
University of Maryland, College Park
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: June 3, 2013
Position summary: The Department of Geographical Sciences at the University of Maryland, College Park is seeking a post-doctoral researcher to work on several projects involving mapping and monitoring of land cover change and dynamics from satellite earth observing systems in boreal and tropical ecosystems. The Research Associate will be responsible for managing operations across a suite of on-going investigations, interact with project team members, contribute to methodological development of satellite image analyses and algorithms as well as hand-on implementation of processing streams. Other specific tasks will include leading and participating in preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, grant applications, mentoring of graduate and undergraduate research assistants, and presenting project findings.
Qualifications: a Ph.D. degree in geography or related field is required; expertise in boreal ecosystem disturbances, and particularly wildland fire, is desirable; advanced skills in digital image processing for moderate and coarse resolution optical/thermal imagery is required, knowledge and expertise with very high resolution image processing is a plus; competence with any programming language (IDL preferred) is required; excellent speaking and wiring skills in English are a must. Recent graduates are welcome; however, an established publication record is required.
To apply: Submit a letter of application and CV with the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references to 17378 For best consideration applications should be received by June 3, 2013 ("DEADLINE"). Search will continue until a suitable candidate is appointed. Applications from women and minorities are particularly sought. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
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Posted : Wednesday May 8 2013 20:59:22 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: Local
BrightCurrent: Solar Ambassadors throughout New Jersey and Long Island.
Hours: Part-time, Flexible Location: Throughout New Jersey and Long Island Compensation: Competitive Hourly Pay Start date: Immediate or Summer Openings as well
BrightCurrent is a solar energy outreach and marketing company that provides homeowners with low-cost pathways to solar energy. We believe all people deserve sustainable, non-polluting electricity and our mission is to provide 100% reliable solar power for less than the cost of the grid.*
BrightCurrent is hiring Solar Ambassadors throughout New Jersey and Long Island. Ambassadors promote solar power at local events and through community outreach partnerships. This is a fantastic position for current and recently graduated college students looking for immediate opportunities in the clean tech sector!
This is not your typical part-time job. At BrightCurrent you:
• Create your own schedule • Gain exposure to all aspects of the rapidly expanding sustainable energy sector • Work for a thriving start-up with a young and dynamic internal culture
Solar Ambassador Responsibilities:
• Arrive at marketing events arranged by BrightCurrent and professionally represent the company • Engage and excite prospective customers about the economic and environmental benefits of switching to solar energy • Sign up prospective customers for a free home analysis
What We're Looking For:
• Commitment to the economic and social benefits of sustainable energy • Pride and excitement for our mission • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts to customers • Access to a car and willingness to travel to events in your area • A history of relevant academic and extracurricular achievement
Join us! Please submit your resume and a few lines about what makes you a good candidate for this position to Careers@BrightCurrent.com. Include the following subject line: "Solar Ambassador."
BrightCurrent is a solar energy marketing and sales company. Our mission is to provide affordable solar power for less than the cost of the grid. We believe all homeowners should benefit from renewable and fixed price energy. BrightCurrent's reverse bidding process helps our customers save, on average, 20% more than the competition. To find out more, please visit us online at www.BrightCurrent.com or BrightCurrent
- BrightCurrent is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
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Posted : Thursday May 9 2013 16:42:19 by: Mark C
05/13 Scope: Local
Union County To Host 9th Annual 24-Hour Bio-Blitz Survey June 14 & 15, 2013 5:00 p.m. (14th) - 5:00 p.m. (15th)
Get out from behind that desk and into the field for an opportunity to be a part of Union County’s 9th Annual Bio-Blitz! We need your skills, expertise and enthusiasm to help us sample, observe, identify and record fungi, plant & animal species that live in Nomahegan, Lenape and Echo Lake Parks. Help us gain a “snapshot” of the area’s biodiversity and in the process raise awareness among the general public about the importance of parkland as outdoor classrooms and wildlife habitat.
Union County is seeking scientists and naturalists to participate on survey teams for its 9th annual Bio-Blitz. See attached, or go to bioblitz for more information and to sign up.
The event is an excellent opportunity to brush up your naturalist/field skills, meet colleagues and contribute citizen science. Additionally, there will be numerous hands-on exhibits and nature related programs offered free to the public.
We hope you will join us in this exciting biodiversity endeavor!
Matthew S. Popin NJDEP AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassador WMA7 Union County Department of Parks & Community Renewal 2325 South Avenue Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 Phone (908) 789-3209 Fax (908)789-3674 Watershed7 [at] ucnj.org www.ucnj.org
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Posted : Wednesday May 15 2013 15:37:43 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National The US Geological Survey, Columbia Environmental Research Center will soon be advertising a rare job opportunity. The River Studies Branch (Branches.aspx?BranchId=20 is looking for an individual with hydrologic experience and/or graduate training in surficial processes to work as a hydrologic technician, GS-7. Some of the specific duties include:
- Collect hydroacoustic and GPS data in large river systems to quantify fish habitat and habitat dynamics.
- Maintain and update hydroacoustic and GPS instrumentation and hydroacoustic vessels.
- Compile, edit, organize, and process hydroacoustic and GPS data including depth, velocity, elevation, substrate, and habitat units.
- Conduct mathematical, statistical, GIS, and graphical analysis of hydroacoustic and GPS data including depth, velocity, elevation, substrate, and habitat units.
This position is in support of applied research related to endangered and invasive species in large rivers, under the River Corridor Habitat Dynamics Project (Branches.aspx?BranchId=38) It provides a unique opportunity to engage with a creative, interdisciplinary team working on policy relevant science.
The job announcement will be released on USAjobs.gov within a couple of weeks. This is a full-time, term position, renewed annually, up to 4 years. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Robb Jacobson (573-876-1844, rjacobson@usgs.gov) for more information.
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Posted : Wednesday May 15 2013 18:26:30 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Regional Position Title: Environmental Interpretation Internship
Number of Positions: 1 Salary: $98-$156 per week (20-32 hours per week) intern stipend
Location: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Patuxent Research Refuge, Laurel, Maryland – duty station will be located in Fairfax County, VA
Dates of employment: August 1, 2013 – June 15th, 2014 (dates are negotiable)
Qualifications: Must have well-developed written and oral communication skills and leadership ability; be able to work independently and as part of a team; experience working with both children and adults. A Bachelor’s degree (or pursuing) in education, natural resources, or related field is desired. A working knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Power Point necessary. Social Marketing interest a plus. A valid driver’s is license necessary. Duties: Individual will primarily work off-refuge at a large public school system, and will provide quality environmental educational experiences for students, technical expertise to teachers and faculty, and promote the National Wildlife Refuge System’s role in creating environmental awareness among urban populations. Employee will work with public school system and its partners to deliver value added environmental education programs; assist senior FWS and public school staff with development of internal and external partnerships; and assist with development/promotion of opportunities for service learning projects, such as recycling, schoolyard habitats, citizen science, etc. Individual will work primarily in Fairfax County, but will report periodically to Patuxent Research Refuge for specific assignments, training opportunities, etc. Day to day supervision will be by Fairfax County Public School System staff.
Opportunity: Intern will be able to interact with a large number of environmental professionals and educators in formal and non-formal settings across the DC metro area and the State of Virginia. Intern will be part of a team establishing a relatively new program in environmental education in one of the largest school districts in the United States while also having the opportunity to work at a National Wildlife Refuge. Intern will experience first hand the implementation of the Eco Schools USA program across a school district.
How to Apply: Send letter of interest, resume, and list of 3 references with phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses to:
Brad Knudsen, Refuge Manager Patuxent Research Refuge 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop Laurel, MD 20708-4027 Or via e-mail to: Brad_Knudsen@fws.gov ; phone - 301-497-5582
Closing Date: Applications must be received by June 6, 2013. Contact Person: For inquiries, please contact Brad Knudsen at 301-497-5582
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Posted : Tuesday May 21 2013 16:25:56 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National Seeking GIS Instructional Laboratory Administrator
May 17, 2013 The Department of Geography at the University of Iowa invites applications for the position of Systems Administrator. This individual will be responsible for the support and administration of the department’s geographic information science teaching laboratory, faculty and administrative computers, and a graduate-level research computer laboratory. Applicants should possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, or related discipline and three years of experience supporting GIS application and instruction and computer administration. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience conducting GIS related research, facilitating student and faculty projects, and providing introductory workshops and training on GIS. Applications should be submitted online at jobs.uiowa.edu (requisition # 62714).
Attachments to the application should include a letter of application, a resume, and the names and contact information for three individuals who will provide letters of recommendation upon request. Screening of applications will begin Friday, June 7, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Marc Linderman or by phone at 319 335-1451.
The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University, College and Department reflect this commitment.
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Posted : Tuesday May 21 2013 17:43:30 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: National Audubon International Student Project: Natural Resource Inventory & Management Plan
Overview
Audubon International has received a grant from the 2013 round of the New York DEC Conservation Partnership Program to perform natural resource inventories and develop management plans on one or more of its four properties in upstate New York. An opportunity is available for a graduate student or advanced undergraduate student (or team of students) from local college or university to receive independent study, internship, senior honors thesis, or capstone project credit for conducting a natural resource inventory on one of the fee-owned properties listed below, and developing a comprehensive management plan for the property. Preferred candidates will be seniors or graduate students majoring in natural resources management, environmental studies, ecology, land use planning, or a related discipline at a local institution of higher learning.
Background
Audubon International owns and manages four properties in upstate New York that were donated to the organization for use as natural wildlife habitat, water resource protection, or public research and education. Audubon International’s flagship property is the 140-acre Hollyhock Hollow Sanctuary in Selkirk, New York, which serves as a wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center, with open (and free) daily access to hiking trails. Other properties owned by Audubon International include: a 14-acre wetland preserve and a 5-acre parcel of woodland (both of which border 200-acres of privately owned wetlands in Bethlehem, New York); the 87-acre Charleston Preserve in Montgomery County, New York; and the 86-acre Schroon River Preserve in Warren County, New York, which borders the Schroon River and includes several acres of wetlands. Each of these properties are intended to be maintained as wildlife habitat to promote native biodiversity and managed for water resource protection, where possible.
Project Description The student(s) will be responsible for performing the following tasks on their assigned property:
· Conduct a thorough document review of the property, including reviewing prior natural resource assessments, management plans, property deeds, photographs, maps, and other historical information. Most of this information will be provided by Audubon International, but students are welcome to conduct further research by obtaining aerial photographs, surveys, etc. from local archives.
· Conduct a baseline natural resource inventory (NRI) for the assigned property. A template NRI will be provided. The NRI will summarize historical data, catalog vegetative communities, wildlife occurrences, and other natural resources within the property, and identify areas where natural resource protection can be enhanced through passive (i.e., preservation) and active management strategies (i.e., invasive species removal).
· Create a detailed map of property locations and boundaries, land use/land cover, water resources, wildlife habitat, geologic features, and public access points using GPS and GIS mapping tools. Photographs should also be taken of the property, preferably of features on the map that were of note.
· Develop a comprehensive management plan and proposed budget for the property. A template for the management plan will be provided. The plan should articulate natural resource conservation and environmental education goals for the property and detail measurable objectives and management actions for achieving these goals. Property goals may include native biodiversity enhancement, habitat restoration, environmental education, scientific research, conservation assistance, or public access improvements.
Students are not responsible for implementing the management plan. The student’s work will be credited if any piece of the plan is used by Audubon International staff in the future. This project is meant to provide students with the experience of applying theoretical concepts by developing integrated and cost effective strategies for meeting natural resource management goals and objectives.
Contact Information For more information, please contact Laura Karosic, Audubon International Special Projects Coordinator at laura@auduboninternational.org or 518-767-9051 x120. To apply, please provide a succinct letter of interest and resume (including relevant work experience and coursework completed) no later than Saturday, June 8, 2013.
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Posted : Tuesday May 21 2013 17:45:12 by: Greg Pope
05/13 Scope: Local The Quinn for New York Campaign is currently looking for interns and fellows for our summer internship program. This will be a great opportunity for students to become civically engaged, learn how campaigns work, and participate in the most exciting campaign of 2013.
We wanted to make sure that your students knew about this opportunity; could you please forward the internship information included below?
Thanks!
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Come and intern with the Quinn for New York campaign. The campaign is looking for bright, energetic individuals who want to learn the nuts and bolts of how a campaign works, and help elect the next Mayor of New York City.
Hours are completely flexible with a small requirement, and the Quinn Campaign team is a lot of fun. No experience necessary. You will walk out the door at the end of the internship knowing how to run a local field program, as well as having met some really great friends.
Additionally, if you are an applicant who is looking to take your involvement with the campaign to the next level, the campaign is also offering a fellowship program. Fellows will be required to have a greater time commitment than interns and will participate in our Field Organizer Training Program, where you will not only learn the basics of campaign field work, but will also gain in-depth knowledge of grassroots organizing so you are ready to work on, and eventually run, campaigns of your own in the future.
The Quinn for New York intern and fellowship programs are designed to be an enriching educational experience, where participants will engage in daily field activities, learn from and have access to seasoned campaign staff, and hear from a variety of political guest speakers.
To apply for an internship or a fellowship with the Quinn for New York campaign, visit quinnintern2013 , call us at 212-470-9154, or email us at q4nyinternships@hotmail.com
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Note from Dr C: you would be crazy to ignore this opportunity! See also: hereatornl
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Posted : Thursday May 24 2012 18:47:36 by: Mark C
00/12 Scope: National
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Oak Ridge National Laboratory Post-Master's Research Participation Program
SYNOPSIS: This program allows recent master's graduates the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research with ORNL principal Investigators.
DEADLINE(s):
DEADLINE NOTE Position-specific applications are accepted year-round.
WWW1: default.htm WWW2: default.aspx E-mail: Toynette.Bird@orau.org
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Posted : Monday July 2 2012 21:48:31 by: Mark C
00/12 Scope: National
National Academy of Sciences
Outstanding fellowship opportunities from the NRC.
Detailed information and an online application can be found at rap
The National Research Council of the National Academies sponsors a number of awards for graduate, postdoctoral and senior researchers at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. These awards include generous stipends ranging from $42,000 - $75,000 per year for recent Ph.D. recipients, and higher for additional experience. Graduate entry level stipends begin at $30,000. These awards provide the opportunity for recipients to do independent research in some of the best-equipped and staffed laboratories in the U.S. Research opportunities are open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and for some of the laboratories, foreign nationals.
Detailed program information, including online applications, instructions on how to apply and a list of participating laboratories, is available on the NRC Research Associateship Programs Website (see link above).
Questions should be directed to the NRC at 202-334-2760 (phone) or rap@nas.edu.
DEADLINEs:
There are four annual review cycles.
Review Cycle: November; Opens September 1; Closes November 1 Review Cycle: February; Opens December 1; Closes February 1 Review Cycle: May; Opens March 1; Closes May 1 Review Cycle: August; Opens June 1; Closes August 1
Applicants should contact prospective Adviser(s) at the lab(s) prior to the application DEADLINE to discuss their research interests and funding opportunities.
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Posted : Thursday July 12 2012 18:48:47 by: Mark C
00/12 Scope: National
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORAU/DOE)
National Energy Technology Laboratory
Professional Internship Program
SYNOPSIS: Three to twenty-four-month internships are provided to graduate and undergraduate students and to post-baccalaureates to participate in energy-related research projects at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (in Morgantown, WV, Albany, OR, and Pittsburgh, PA). A weekly stipend, limited travel reimbursement (round-trip transportation expenses between facility and home or campus), and off-campus tuition and fees may be provided.
DEADLINE(s):
DEADLINE NOTE The application is always open but for best results apply by February 15 for summer term, June 1 for fall, October 1 for spring.
Briefly: The National Science Foundation's Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences (BCS), Division of Social and Economic Sciences (SES), National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES), and the SBE Office of Multidisciplinary Activities(SMA) award grants to doctoral students to improve the quality of dissertation research. These grants provide funds for items not normally available through the student's university.
Additionally, these grants allow doctoral students to undertake significant data-gathering projects and to conduct field research in settings away from their campus that would not otherwise be possible. Proposals are judged on the basis of their scientific merit, including the theoretical importance of the research question and the appropriateness of the proposed data and methodology to be used in addressing the question.
00/12 Scope: National NASA POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM
The NASA Postdoctoral Program offers scientists and engineers unique opportunities to conduct research in space science, earth science, aeronautics, exploration systems, lunar science, astrobiology, and astrophysics. U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and foreign nationals eligible for J-1 status as a Research Scholar may apply.
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted March 1, July 1, and November 1 each year.
Stipends start at $53,500 per year, with supplements for high cost-of-living areas and for certain academic specialties. Financial assistance is available for relocation and health insurance, and $8,000 per year is provided for professional travel.
For further information and to apply, visit: postdoc
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Posted : Friday September 21 2012 14:14:52 by: Mark C
00/12 Scope: National
Smithsonian Institution
SERC Internship Program in Environmental Studies
Opportunity for undergraduate/beginning graduate students
Briefly: The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center's (SERC) Internship Program offers undergraduate and beginning graduate students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of environmental research and education. This program enables students to work on specific projects under the direction of SERC's professional staff and is tailored to provide the maximum educational benefit to each participant.
DEADLINE(s): 11/15/2012 02/01/2013 06/01/2013
DEADLINE NOTE The sponsor NO LONGER ACCEPTS MAILED APPLICATIONS. PLEASE USE SOLAA TO APPLY FOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AT SERC.There are THREE application DEADLINEs:
For Winter/Spring projects beginning January - April, the DEADLINE is November 15.
For Summer projects beginning May - August, the DEADLINE is February 1.
For Fall appointments beginning September - December. the DEADLINE is June 1.
The Smithsonian awards no academic credit for studies conducted at the Institution. However, the Office of Fellowships is eager to assist in establishing mechanisms for universities to award credit upon satisfactory completion of projects.
WWW1: internships.aspx WWW2: apply.aspx E-mail: gustafsond@si.edu
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Posted : Tuesday October 16 2012 14:18:14 by: Mark C
00/12 Scope: National
US National Academies of Sciences
Outstanding Fellowship Oopportunities
The National Research Council of the National Academies sponsors a number of awards for graduate, postdoctoral and senior researchers at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. These awards include generous stipends ranging from $42,000 - $80,000 per year for recent Ph.D. recipients, and higher for additional experience. Graduate entry level stipends begin at $30,000. These awards provide the opportunity for recipients to do independent research in some of the best-equipped and staffed laboratories in the U.S.
Research opportunities are open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and for some of the laboratories, foreign nationals.
Detailed program information, including online applications, instructions on how to apply and a list of participating laboratories, is available on the NRC Research Associateship Programs Website rap Detailed information and an online application can be found here.
Questions should be directed to the NRC at 202-334-2760 (phone) or rap@nas.edu.
DEADLINEs:
There are four annual review cycles.
Review Cycle: November; Opens September 1; Closes November 1 Review Cycle: February; Opens December 1; Closes February 1 Review Cycle: May; Opens March 1; Closes May 1 Review Cycle: August; Opens June 1; Closes August 1
Applicants should contact prospective Adviser(s) at the lab(s) prior to the application DEADLINE to discuss their research interests and funding opportunities.
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Posted : Friday November 16 2012 15:45:17 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National
CIFOR -- Center for International Forestry Research
Multiple positions with CIFOR (Center for International Forestry Research), including post-doctoral positions:
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Posted : Sunday December 2 2012 21:29:41 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National
Open Meadows Foundation
Susan F. Eastman Fund Grants
Briefly: The Susan F. Eastman Fund for Environmental Activism seeks projects whose principle belief is in the right to a clean, healthy, and an environmentally sustainable future. The fund invites applications from women's organizations committed to environmental issues and who are making change through grassroots activism.
DEADLINE(s): 02/15/2013 DEADLINE NOTE: The DEADLINEs for proposals are February 15 and August 15 of each year.
WWW1: apply.htm WWW2: special.htm E-mail: openmeadows@igc.org
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Posted : Monday December 17 2012 15:47:07 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National
CAVE RESEARCH -- SPELEOLOGY
National Speleological Society
* Ralph W Stone Graduate Fellowship in Cave and Karst Studies Briefly: This sponsor is authorized to award $2,000 for cave-related thesis research. DEADLINE(s): 03/15/2013 E-mail: dmcfarla@jsd.claremont.edu Web Site: www.caves.org Program URL: ralphstone.shtml
* NSS Education Grants SYNOPSIS: This sponsor awards grants to private individuals as well as institutions for educational endeavors that will promote cave and karst education programs for primary and secondary students. E-mail: pam.teg.mal@gmail.com WWW1: www.caves.org WWW2: nss_education_home_page.htm#guidelines DEADLINE(s): DEADLINE NOTE Grants are awarded throughout the fiscal year; however, grant applications are due by the end of March and the end of September for consideration in each bi-annual round. Please note that sometimes only partial awards can be made due to the number of requests and the limits of funding.
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Cave Research Foundation (CRF)
* Graduate Research Grants Briefly: Each academic year, the Cave Research Foundation (CRF) accepts proposals for graduate student research in cave and karst studies. DEADLINE(s): 03/01/2013 E-mail: george.crothers@uky.edu WWW1: grants.php WWW2: 2013crfgrantflier.pdf
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Posted : Thursday January 3 2013 17:06:08 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National
Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS)
Volunteer Internship Program
Briefly: Volunteer Internships are three- to six-month positions working in the laboratories of BIOS's faculty members. Available primarily to upper-level undergraduates or recent graduates, the internships offer room and board in exchange for the opportunity to actively participate in research projects of mutual interest to the intern and the faculty member. Airfare and personal expenses are the responsibility of the intern.
Past interns have gone on research cruises to Antarctica and the North Pacific Ocean, gone SCUBA diving on reefs in Bermuda and Florida, and published research in peer-reviewed journals.
DEADLINE NOTE: There is no DEADLINE for application to this program.
Interested students should view the faculty and REU mentor research areas listed online. Please then e-mail the sponsor at education@bios.edu with an introductory e-mail, mentioning the names of the scientists you are most interested in working with. Please attach to your email an application statement, your curriculum vitae and one letter of recommendation from a qualified referee. We will then compile your application and submit it to the relevant faculty member for consideration.
BIOS has limited scholarship support for internships and in many cases interns may be asked to cover at least a portion of their living expenses in Bermuda.
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Posted : Friday January 18 2013 20:22:04 by: Greg Pope
00/13 Scope: International Dear Student/Colleague
[INSERT NOTE from Dr. Pope: This is an adventure experience. It requires a fee, like study abroad; it is not a paid internship. As with any opportunity, investigate the pros and cons.]
Eko Tracks offers study abroad programs in veterinary science and wildlife conservation, internships in wildlife conservation and park management, a volunteer opportunity in wildlife rehabilitation, a field expedition and eco tours in southern Africa. These are specifically designed for students, nature and outdoor lovers, adventurers and other interest groups. ... ... [edit, deleted section on veterinary medicine]
We offer two internships in wildlife conservation. One program is operated on a large biosphere reserve in South Africa where you will acquire knowledge in vegetation monitoring, wildlife population surveys including lions, rhinos and elephants, habitat management, biodiversity and park management. The other program, carnivore conservation is in Namibia where you radio track released predators, set camera traps, collect field data and practice animal care.
The volunteer program in Namibia is at a wildlife sanctuary where volunteers work with African wildlife including cheetahs, wild dogs, lions, baboons etc.. A unique field expedition, led by a wildlife ecologist explores the landscapes, ecosystems, diversity of wildlife, conservation challenges and parks of Namibia. You will experience behind the scenes activities and discover considerably more than on a typical African safari.
Read more about these exciting educational programs (itinerary, dates, prices etc.) on our website www.ekotracks.com and on Facebook ekotracks. If you need further information, please contact us.
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Posted : Friday January 25 2013 21:55:25 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National Positions at The Union of Concerned Scientists
UCS puts rigorous, independent science to work to solve our planet's most pressing problems. Joining with citizens across the country, we combine technical analysis and effective advocacy to create innovative, practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future. What began as a collaboration between students and faculty members at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1969 is now an alliance of more than 400,000 citizens and scientists.
Open positions:
Washington, DC or Berkeley, CA: * Senior Engineer/Scientist * Kendall Fellowship: How Clean Are Clean Cars?
Cambridge, MA, Washington, DC or Berkeley, CA: * Kendall Fellowship: Climate Change Attribution
Berkeley, CA: * California Climate Scientist * Kendall Fellowship: Meeting California's Long-Term Clean Energy Goals
Cambridge, MA: * Chief Development Officer * Program Assistant (Temporary two-year)
Washington, DC or Cambridge, MA: * Outreach Coordinator (Temporary)
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Posted : Tuesday February 12 2013 18:32:13 by: Mark C
00/13 Scope: National
Surdna Foundation Grants Program
Briefly: The Surdna Foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations in the priority areas of Sustainable Environments, Strong Local Economies, and Thriving Cultures.
DEADLINE NOTE There are no DEADLINEs for letters of inquiry: LOIs are accepted on a rolling basis through the foundation's online application form and are reviewed by Surdna staff within 90 days.
Department of Earth & Environmental Studies 
