Postdoctoral Researcher in Carbon Cycling
Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems Cooperative Research Centre

The ACE CRC is a unique collaboration between key partners: the Australian Antarctic Division, CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research, the University of Tasmania, the Australian Government Department of Climate Change,the New Zealand National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research and a consortium of other supporting partners. It is funded by the Australian Government’s Cooperative Research Centre Program. The ACE CRC’s mission is to understand the crucial role played by Antarctica and the Southern Ocean in global climate and the impacts of climate change on Australia and the world, and to inform governments, industry, the community, and scientists about climate change to guide our future.

The ACE CRC is seeking to fill the following position:

*Postdoctoral Researcher in Carbon Cycling (Ref No: HAN64/10)

The appointment will be at Academic Level A, Academic Level B or Academic Level C and will have a total remuneration package of up to $80,041 per annum (Level A) or $99,122 per annum (Level B) or $117,047 per annum (Level C) comprising salary within the range $51,208 - $68,411 (Level A) plus 17% superannuation or $71,852 - $84,720 (Level B) plus 17% superannuation or $87,306 - $100,040 (Level C) plus 17% superannuation; with the option of an additional 3% salary loading in exchange for 14% instead of 17% superannuation).

Visit www.acecrc.org.au to read the complete job application package and application procedures.

Relocation assistance will be provided in accordance with the UTAS Relocation Policy and Procedures.

The closing date for applications is 31 March 2010

Ecosystem Modeller
Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems Cooperative Research Centre

The ACE CRC is a unique collaboration between key partners: the Australian Antarctic Division, CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research, the University of Tasmania, the Australian Government Department of Climate Change,the New Zealand National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research and a consortium of other supporting partners. It is funded by the Australian Government’s Cooperative Research Centre Program. The ACE CRC’s mission is to understand the crucial role played by Antarctica and the Southern Ocean in global climate and the impacts of climate change on Australia and the world, and to inform governments, industry, the community, and scientists about climate change to guide our future.

The ACE CRC is seeking to fill the following position:

*Ecosystem Modeller (Ref No: HAN60/10)

The appointment will be at Academic Level A, Academic Level B or Academic Level C and will have a total remuneration package of up to $80,041 per annum (Level A) or $99,122 per annum (Level B) or $117,047 per annum (Level C) comprising salary within the range $51,208 - $68,411 (Level A) plus 17% superannuation or $71,852 - $84,720 (Level B) plus 17% superannuation or $87,306 - $100,040 (Level C) plus 17% superannuation; with the option of an additional 3% salary loading in exchange for 14% instead of 17% superannuation).

Visit www.acecrc.org.au to read the complete job application package and application procedures.

Relocation assistance will be provided in accordance with the UTAS Relocation Policy and Procedures.

The closing date for applications is 31 March 2010

Conservation Biologist

A Lecturer in Conservation Biology to start 15 August 2010. We seek outstanding teachers with a Ph. D. in Conservation Biology or related areas of biological science and who have an interest in careers in teaching undergraduates. Responsibilities include development of materials for, coordination of, and teaching lecture and seminar courses in Conservation Biology; advising undergraduates and CONS graduate students; and assistance with administration of the CONS program. Salary is expected within the range of $48K - $55K, commensurate with experience. Send a PDF document which contains a letter of application, a statement of instructional philosophy and experience, a C.V., and the names and contact information of three references to Biology1@umd.edu by 10 April 2010. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
LECTURER

TITLE: Lecturer (non-tenure track)

CATEGORY: Faculty, full-time, 9 month
appointment (renewable annually)

RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate, develop materials for, and
teach lectures and seminars in Conservation Biology; advise undergraduates and CONS graduate students; and assist with administration of the CONS program.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph. D. in Biological Sciences, knowledge of
ecology and conservation biology, and excellent teaching, writing, laboratory, organizational, and communication skills. Teaching experience at the college-level preferred.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience,
but expected within the range of $48,000-55,000.

POSITION AVAILABLE: 15 August 2010

TO APPLY: For fullest consideration,
applications including a statement of instructional philosophy and experience, curriculum vitae and a list of the names and contact information for three individuals who are willing to write a letter of reference should be received by 10 April 2010. Submit materials
to: Biology1@umd.edu

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer

A research assistantship is available at the MS or Ph.D. level at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte beginning June 2010. This position is ideal for a motivated student interested in studying the interactions between ecology and biogeochemistry in aquatic ecosystems. The student will be involved in funded research investigating the impacts of urban stream restoration on nitrogen transformations. Field and laboratory experiments will focus on reach-scale nutrient retention, biogeochemistry (i.e.
denitrification and nitrification) and microbial diversity. The student will have the option of enrolling in the Environmental Engineering, Geography/Earth Sciences or Biology Departments based on individual career goals and research interests. If entering as a PhD student, the applicant will have the option of joining the interdisciplinary INES (Infrastructure and Environmental Systems) program.

Qualifications: A degree in biology, ecology, environmental engineering, hydrology or related field is required. The successful applicant will be creative, motivated and capable of working well both independently and cooperatively and possess strong communication and quantitative skills.
Funding is available for 1 year with opportunities for future funding through a combination of research and teaching assistantships.

For further information or to apply for the position, contact Dr. Sara McMillan via email (smcmillan@uncc.edu). Please submit (via email) a statement of career goals and research interests, unofficial transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for three potential references.
Application deadline to UNC Charlotte Graduate School is April 1. Interested students must apply for this position by March 29.

Research assistantship investigating hydrologic effects of stream restoration actions.

The Fluvial Landscape Lab and Montana State University, Bozeman, is currently seeking a M.S. or Ph.D. student to investigate surface and subsurface hydrologic response to a 1.5 mile stream channel realignment and large wood addition on Meacham Creek, a tributary to the Umatilla River in Oregon. A detailed description of this opportunity can be found at: http://www.montana.edu/FLL/ra/

Scientist Marine Biologist Analyst

Job ID: 14493

Location: USA - MD
Silver Spring

Status: Full Time

Company: IMSG
Contact: Human Resources
Address: 3206 Tower Oaks Blvd., Ste. 300, Rockville, MD 20852 USA

Job Description

I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG) www.imsg.com is currently seeking to hire a highly motivated Scientist/Marine Biologist/Analyst (as Operations Manager) to support NOAA’s Coral Reef Watch (CRW, see http://coralreefwatch.noaa.gov) program in Silver Spring, MD. CRW is a component of NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP), which supports effective management and sound science to preserve, sustain and restore valuable coral reef ecosystems, and NOAA’s Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR), which is designing a collaborative environment for algorithm development and applications research based on data from satellite remote sensing. The Operations Manager will be tasked with daily operations of CRW’s US and Australian offices, coordination of CRW product development and operational monitoring, technical support for CRW projects, publications, and program support for CRW, STAR, outreach, and international partn erships.

Duties:
* Coordinate CRW office, including reporting and clearances, NOAA and STAR taskers, meeting scheduling, proposal development, strategic planning, and work flow tracking.
* Coordinate partnerships, including collaborations with NOAA, other Federal, academic, and international partnerships.
* Coordinate education and outreach efforts and develop outreach materials and trainings.
* Coordinate, edit, review, and track manuscripts.
* Develop and track milestones, budgets, and procurements.
* Develop CRW website content.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
* Master’s degree (strongly preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as marine science, biological or physical oceanography, remote sensing, or environmental management.
* One-three years experience in operations management.
* Familiarity with NOAA or experience working in other government agencies.
* Familiarity with ecosystem management issues.
* Strong verbal and writing skills.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Self-motivated energetic strategic thinker.
* Ability to work well individually and cooperatively with a range of individuals.
* Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and to shift priorities as needed.
* Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Desired Qualifications:
* Experience with writing and publishing articles for scientific and general audiences.
* Familiarity with coral reef ecosystem and climate change issues.
* Experience with use and interpretation of satellite remote-sensing data. Experience with development of remote sensing products and/or applications.
The Operations Manager will be required to travel to scientific conferences and other relevant meetings.
To Apply:

Please submit your resume please including the contact information for three (3) references and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: NCS_T092_n04: Scientist/Marine Biologist/Analyst Please submit an additional copy of your application to Dr. Le Jiang, (jiangl@imsg.com). Compensation level is $60k to $75k depending on qualifications. IMSG also offers an outstanding benefits package.

IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Marine Biogeochemistry Technician

Job ID: 14496

Location: USA - OR
Beaverton
Salary: 50,000-55,000 per Year
Status: Full Time
JobLevel: Entry Level
Company: Oregon Health & Science University
Contact: Amy Johnson

URL: http://www.stccmop.org

Job Description

The Center for Coastal Margin Observation and Prediction (CMOP), a NSF Science and Technology Center located at Oregon Health & Science University, seeks an exceptional candidate to fill the position of Marine Biogeochemistry Technician. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of researchers whose collective focus is the integrated understanding of physical, chemical and biological processes of coastal margin environments. The candidate should have experience in laboratory chemistry or microbiology and exposure to or experience with the operation and maintenance of field-going oceanographic instrumentation. The position will be based out of Beaverton, Oregon which is located within minutes of downtown Portland.

The primary duties of this position will be to maintain and deploy biogeochemical instruments including in situ nutrient analyzers and advanced instrumentation to measure microbes and gene expression in the environment. Up to 7 weeks per year of work aboard research vessels is required. Regular trips to CMOP’s field station in Astoria, Oregon will also be part of the duties encompassed by this position. The research will be conducted in a cross-disciplinary team environment.

Examples of duties include, but are not limited to:
* Calibrate instruments for in situ deployments in the Columbia River estuary, plume and tidal freshwater
* Biological and chemical laboratory analyses
* Assume a leadership role for data collection and quality assurance for field based biogeochemical instrumentation
* Synthesize and communicate data output to researchers and students
* Participate in at least two oceanographic cruises per year, as well as several 1-day maintenance trips aboard smaller vessels and from the dock in the Columbia River estuary

Qualifications:
* MSc degree in a relevant field, such as chemistry, engineering, microbiology or oceanography, plus 3 years relevant experience; OR BS degree in relevant field, such as chemistry, engineering, microbiology, or oceanography, plus 7 years relevant experience
* Experience working with advanced analytical instrumentation
* Excellent laboratory and analytical skills
* Some computer programming experience
* Ability to work independently and as a member of a collaborative team
* Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences

Location and eligibility:
* This position is located at the Oregon Health & Science University West Campus in Beaverton, OR, with occasional need to visit the field site in Astoria, OR.
* This is a full-time position, requiring occasional evening and weekend hours. Increased time commitments will be required during major projects and deadlines.
* Ability to regularly lift 25 pounds with occasional need to lift up to 50 pounds.
* Will involve extended time on the water, in both the Columbia River and open ocean.
* Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
* U.S. citizens or permanent residents are preferred for this position due to funding source requirements.

To Apply: Please send cover letter and curriculum vitae to Prof. Antonio Baptista, c/o johnsamy@ohsu.edu.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Led by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), CMOP is one of only 17 National Science Foundation Science and Technology Centers. CMOP conducts interdisciplinary research, technology development, education, and knowledge transfer activities in order to achieve a better understanding of physical, chemical, and biological processes regulating river-to-ocean ecosystems.

Our vision is to enable a nearly ubiquitous, river-to-ocean observation of physical and ecological processes and to further our understanding of these processes in order to manage, operate, and sustain coastal resources and ecosystems effectively - while fostering technological innovation, and training a diverse, scientifically literate and technologically savvy workforce.

Job ID: 14504

Location: USA - AK
Juneau
Salary: Competitive per Hour
Status: Contract
JobLevel: Mid Career
Company: Hager Development Group, Inc
Contact: Christopher Hagerman

Job Description

DESCRIPTION
Individual will serve as a research oceanographer to examine the consequences of
climate change on pelagic ecosystems in the rapidly changing environments of the
eastern Bering Sea. Individual will be responsible for serving as Lead Oceanographer during 3-20 day field surveys in the Bering Sea, laboratory analysis of chlorophyll-a samples, and analyses of primary productivity data collected during the BASIS research cruises in the Bering Sea. Office research will take place in Juneau, Alaska and will last approximately 6.5 months. The Bering Sea ecosystem is an area of considerable scope and complexity, thus this position requires independent thought and innovative and creative approaches to laboratory and data analyses. Tasks include serving as Lead Oceanographer during research surveys including maintenance and troubleshooting of oceanographic gear, collection of physical and biological oceanographic parameters, assuring quality control of oceanographic data collected during surveys, laboratory processing of chlorophyll samples, data management using Access databases, data analyses and statistical evaluation, mapping and suppor t in manuscript preparation. Work will be conducted in with stock assessment scientists and fisheries biologists at the AFSC and the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, to produce peer reviewed publications on the relationship between climate forcing and pelagic productivity along the eastern Bering Sea shelf. There will also be freedom to identify and select important problems and areas for future and ongoing studies, so skills in proposal writing to obtain additional funds are required.

OCEANOGRAPHER SPECIFIC TASKS
* Participate as Lead Oceanographer during 3 separate 20 day at sea research cruises: Cruise #1) May 15 to June 4; Cruise #2) July 18 to Aug 6; Cruise #3)
September 6 - 27, 2010.
* Responsible for assuring collection of high quality physical and biological oceanographic sample and data during research cruised.
* Assist in preparation, organization, shipping, and installation and take down of cruise gear.
* Laboratory analysis of chlorophyll-a samples collected during BASIS 2009 in the Bering Sea
* Data analyses of primary productivity data collected during BASIS research surveys in the Bering Sea, 2006 to 2010.
* Database management including database format, data entry, reconciliation, and retrieval.

GENERAL CONDITIONS:
NOAA will provide work space with computer access
NOAA will provide PFD while on research cruises
Individual to provide their own weather and cruise appropriate gear.
Hager Development Group will provide apartment/condo and rental car for Oceanographer while in Juneau Alaska; estimated 7 month tour (includes 3 research trips).

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS.
Individual must have a Masters Degree in Oceanography from an accredited college and experience processing, analyzing, and interpreting oceanographic data collected within marine ecosystems. Previous experience as Lead Oceanographer during research surveys in large marine ecosystems such as the Bering Sea is a must. Experience processing chlorophyll-a samples in a laboratory setting is essential. Ability to analyze primary productivity data collected in open ocean environments is also essential.

Biological Fisheries Technician
Job ID: 14507

Location: USA - NC, Beaufort

Status: Contract
Company: IMSG
Contact: Human Resources
Address: 3206 Tower Oaks Ste 300
Rockville, MD 20852 USA

Job Description

I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG) www.imsg.com is currently seeking to hire a Biological Fisheries Technician to work at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Center for Coastal Fisheries and Habitat Research Office located in Beaufort, North Carolina. The position will focus on the examination of the effects of marine and estuarine habitat restoration on fisheries, and habitat and landscape level features responsible for habitat utilization trends. In addition, a substantial amount of time will be spent on collecting and identifying coastal and estuarine fishes, decapods and macrophytes along the mid and southeast Atlantic regions of the US.

Duties:

* Provide technical support for field surveys to assess ecological condition of estuarine and coastal-ocean habitats using multiple ecological indicators.
* Assist with the identification and enumeration of marine and estuarine invertebrate and fish samples from a variety of sources including preserved specimens, digital photographic and videographic images, and acoustic-profile recordings
* Maintain sample processing lab, equipment and office work space in an orderly, efficient and safe condition and assist with laboratory supply acquisition, field gear maintenance and construction.
* Maintain database, reference specimens, and other lab records resulting from various habitat related assessment projects.
* Collecting nekton using various sampling gears including fyke, block and gill nets, crab and eel pots, Breder and throw traps, and otter trawls and will also assist with the collection of project related physical and environmental parameters. Sample processing will include the nekton sorting and identification to species, enumeration by species, and recording of lengths and weights of individuals identified
* Assist with manipulative field experiments, including nekton predation, nekton distribution, and tag/recapture work.
* Respond to queries for information on operations and results of laboratory work.
* Assist with data entry, record-keeping, graphical/geo-spatial interpretations, statistical analysis of various coastal ecological data and maintenance of computer data files.
* Assist with reporting and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications:

* Willingness to obtain PADI or NAUI Advanced Open Water and NITROX Certifications, and meet qualifications necessary to obtain a NOAA Scientific Diver Certification as some sampling might require SCUBA diving to depths of over 100ft.
* Experience with SAS, Excel, MS Access and Power Point
* Ability to handle periodic lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 lbs).
* Ability to work in less than optimal field conditions which may include wind, rain, mud, and variable temperatures.
* Field work will also include some night work and spending up to 60 days a year on travel assisting with related field trips.
* Willingness to obtain a US Coast Guard Boating Skills and Seamanship Certification as this position will involve a substantial amount of work on small (18-22ft) boat, marsh and shallow water work and assistance with boat operation and maintenance.
* Ability to work well with others
* Ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and grammatically correct write-ups of results and activities
* Master’s Degree in a related field is highly desirable.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3) references and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to
jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: NOA10006 - Biological Fisheries Technician.

IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid medical benefits and three weeks paid time off.

IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A 3-year post-doc is available in the School of Integrative Biology at
the University of Illinois. This NSF funded project is designed to
study the role of environmental adaptation to salinity in generating
reproductive isolation among populations of rainwater killifish.
Specifically, this project involves comparing the extent to which
extrinsic, intrinsic, and behavioral isolation evolves as a function
of adaptation within and between 20 population pairs of the rainwater
killifish that have been isolated for various amounts of time and that
occur in either fresh or salt water. The responsibilities will include
field sampling, performing fish crosses, raising offspring, analyzing EST
libraries, developing SNP markers, using SNP markers to measure genetic
distance among populations, and performing quantitative-genetic analyses.
In addition, the post-doctoral associate will participate in an outreach
project to develop resources for teaching evolution in the classroom as
well as the general public.

The University of Illinois provides a vibrant atmosphere for studying
evolution and speciation. The University hosts a number of integrative
institutes including the Program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation,
the Institute of Genomic Biology, the Neuroscience Program, and an
across-campus consortium of fish biologists.

Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. with expertise in some aspect of
evolution, genetics, fish ecology or fish physiology. Starting salary
is $34K (plus benefits) for candidates that hold a Ph.D. For candidates
with Ph.D. pending, salary is $28K (plus benefits).

Please submit a CV, contact information for three references, and a cover
letter summarizing your research interests via email to Becky Fuller at
fuller@life.illinois.edu or mail to Becky Fuller, 104 Shelford Vivarium,
606 E. Healey, Urbana, IL 61801, USA. I prefer to fill this position
by July 1, 2010, but the position will remain open until a suitable
candidate is found.

Becky Fuller
Department of Animal Biology
University of Illinois
104 Shelford Vivarium
606 E. Healey St.
Champaign, IL 61820
phone: 217 333 9065
e-mail: fuller@life.uiuc.edu