Applications now open for UMD Global STEWARDS Undergraduate Program

 UMD Global STEWARDS Undergraduate Program

The Global STEWARDS undergraduate program is an initiative under the Global FEWture Alliance Grand Challenges Program to enhance undergraduate education and the global community by providing hands-on experiences, fostering innovation, and problem-solving within the FEW nexus.

 

The selected students are required to complete three program elements:

1) Experiential Education  

2) Global FEWture International Webinar Series

3) Summer Internship or Research Credits

 

For more information on this program, please check this link:

https://globalfewture.umd.edu/about/projects/experiential-education/umd-global-stewards-undergraduate-program

The application link to the program

 

We are accepting applications from now until November 15, 2024

TerpsVote

 

Help Terps Get Ready to Vote!

We are less than one month away from Election Day (November 5th)! Students can make their voice heard on federal, state, and local positions and measures in the upcoming election. TerpsVote helps students navigate the voting process and make a plan to vote. Follow these simple steps to get vote ready: 

• Check your voter registration status: You can check your voter registration status at https://umd.turbovote.org/ 

• Update your registration or register to vote: You can update your voter registration information or register to vote online at https://umd.turbovote.org/ 

• Get voting reminders via text/email: You can sign up for voting related reminders at https://umd.turbovote.org/ . You’ll get a reminder of upcoming deadlines based on your registration and be encouraged to remind friends and family to make their voices heard at the ballot box, too. 

• Decide where and how you will vote: Maryland voters can vote by mail, vote early in-person, or vote in-person on Election Day. Polls are open on Election Day, November 5th, in Maryland  from 7 AM - 8 PM. More information on voting by mail or voting early in Maryland or your home state can be found at  https://terpsvote.umd.edu/how-vote .

• Review your sample ballot: Sample ballots in Maryland are usually posted to your county’s Board of Elections page before an election. For Prince George’s County, you can find your sample ballot via local Board of Elections site or use https://allintovote.org/research-your-ballot/ for other counties and states.  

For more information on voting, visit terpsvote.umd.edu, email terpsvote@umd.edu, follow @terpsvote on Instagram, or stop by the student voting resource hub in Stamp Suite 1110 (Leadership & Community Service-Learning).

AWWA Scholarship Program: Applications now OPEN!

 

Do you know students pursuing careers in water? We want to invest in their future.  Send this email to them!     Tomorrow’s water professionals and leaders are studying hard at colleges and universities today.   For 35 years, AWWA (along with many generous corporate sponsors) have been providing scholarships to help them reach their full professional potential.   Paying for higher education can be a challenge. YOU can connect promising students with vital support!

AWWA Scholarship Program   28 academic scholarships for graduate and undergraduate studies and research in water.   Check it out, and tell students to apply!   APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 20, 2024 Tell students: "Don’t wait — APPLY TODAY!"

Please share the attached flyer with students. It’s a great way to start a conversation about their future in water.   Thank you for spreading the word about these valuable scholarships!

Career events on campus & online

 

Learn tips and tricks for navigating USAJobs, the federal government's exclusive job board. The Deputy Assistant Administrator of the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, who manages much of the hiring for the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Event Details:

Friday, October 18

12 - 1 PM

Via Zoom

Register Here

Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring the dynamic and impactful field of environmental health! This event will bring together industry professionals from various backgrounds to discuss their career journeys, share insights into the diverse career paths available in environmental health, and offer valuable advice for those interested in making a difference in this field.

Event Details:

Monday, October 21

5:30 - 7 PM

ESJ 0202

Register Here

Chimpanzee talk

Dr. Tina Cloutier Barbour, Ph.D., of the Dallas Zoo, is coming to the Maryland Zoo for a FREE Field Talk! She’ll share insights into her work with the Tonkolili Chimpanzee Project, a community-driven conservation initiative based in Sierra Leone. Learn how the project has evolved over the past decade and how the Maryland Zoo is playing a vital role in chimpanzee conservation through the Chimpanzee SAFE program. Don’t miss this inspiring evening on the Lion Promenade!

Click/Tap Me!!!

Fully funded MS Assistantships in hydrology/biogeochemistry at Auburn University (Spring 2025)

 The Singh Environmental Systems Lab at Auburn University seeks two motivated MS students interested in understanding hydrological and/or biogeochemical processes at regional scales. The student will have the opportunity to work with large datasets, hydrological and water quality models, and statistical approaches. The graduate student will interact with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, including a limnologist, soil biogeochemist, and hydrologist.  

Preferred qualifications:

BS in hydrology, biogeochemistry, environmental science, or related fields; Background in R, Python, or other programming languages is preferred.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive stipend, tuition coverage, and health insurance. 

How to apply:

The application deadline for Spring 2025 is Oct 25, 2024, and the expected start date is January 2025. The position will remain open until filled. 

Interested candidates should contact Dr. Nitin Singh with a CV and 1 page (max) cover letter discussing their topic of interest(s) and why they are interested in the position. Please send these materials in a single PDF document to nitin.singh@auburn.edu and include "Graduate Student Application" in the subject line.

UMD Agroecology lab is hiring greenhouse gas technician

The Agroecology lab (www.agroecolab.org) at University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is seeking a field and lab technician to lead measurement of greenhouse gases from the Alternative Crops and Renewable Energy (ACRE) Delmarva project (www.acredelmarva.org). The research project focuses on building a new market for grass crops that can be used as feedstock for anaerobic digestion and methane production. The management of these grass crops will also help build soil carbon stocks and thus lead to a more carbon-neutral economy. The greenhouse gas technician will be in charge of all in-field greenhouse gas sampling events at the Lower Eastern Shore Research and Education Center (LESREC). This requires collection of greenhouse gases using the static chamber method for point sampling as well as continuous flow-through analyzers. The technician will assist with field and laboratory work such as biomass collection, sample processing and analysis as required by the project. This position will be physically located at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (Princess Anne, MD). However, the technician may be required to travel to the University of Maryland College Park for training and laboratory work.

To apply: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but please submit by 15 Nov 2024 for best consideration. To apply, please send Dr. Kate Tully (kltully@umd.edu  ) a cover letter (explaining your interest in the position and relevant skills/experience), a list with 3 references who can be contacted, and your most recent CV.

Salary: Hourly with rate of $20-25/hr depending on education level and experience.
Anticipated start date: 1 Jan 2025

PhD Assistantship – Forest management for climate adaptation and wildlife

Applications are sought for a funded PhD assistantship to investigate outcomes of ecologically based silvicultural treatments in young forests. The Adaptive Complexity Thinning (ACT) study tests alternative treatments designed to achieve forest restoration and climate change adaptation goals while maintaining habitat for snowshoe hare populations. The PhD student will lead investigations of treatment effects on forest structure and development, as well as remote camera assessment of snowshoe hare habitat use, including snow cover duration and hare coat color (mis)match. Up to eight semesters and three summers of support are available. Compensation includes competitive salary and consideration of tuition, fees, and insurance.

Background. The ACT study aims to advance a science-based forest management approach that balances the potentially competing objectives of forest restoration, climate change adaptation, and conservation of snowshoe hare and Canada lynx. The project is a partnership between the University of Montana, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the US Forest Service (USFS), and The Nature Conservancy (TNC). ACT study replicates are located on BLM, USFS, and TNC lands. The position is supervised by Professor Andrew J. Larson.

Required Qualifications
-Ability to obtain admission to the Forest and Conservation Sciences PhD program
-Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze large datasets using R
-Foundational knowledge of forest dynamics and wildlife habitat development
-Ability to safely conduct field work in all seasons, including leading field crews
-Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
-Familiarity with remote camera methods for monitoring wildlife populations
-A record of publication in the peer-reviewed literature
-MS degree in Forestry, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or related discipline (candidates without a MS will be considered)

Application Procedure and Start Date. The position start date is May or June of 2025. To apply, send a cover letter that explains, with evidence, how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, current CV, unofficial transcripts, and names and contacts of three professional references to Andrew Larson at a.larson@umontana.edu  . Include the phrase "ACT Assistantship" in the subject line. Apply by Dec. 9, 2024.

About UM and Missoula. The University of Montana is a place where top-tier students, educators, and researchers thrive. UM is located in Missoula, Montana's second-largest city with a population of 80,000 residents. Missoula offers a high quality of life, with multiple rivers, trails, and wilderness areas within minutes of campus, and a vibrant arts community including frequent performances by national musical acts. The city is known for its welcoming and inclusive community and is home to a growing population that reflects a broad spectrum of perspectives and experiences, making it one of the more diverse areas in the state. Missoula and the surrounding area host an impactful land management and conservation science community including major federal research labs, land management agencies, and significant conservation and environmental NGOs.

Research Associate - Remote Sensing / Data Scientist

Job Description: (This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through October 2025. Continuation will be dependent on funding, job performance, and continued need for the appointment.)

Work Location: School of Renewable Natural Resources, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Position is eligible for remote work.

Position Description: A multi-investigator team based at LSU AgCenter is seeking a Research Associate to serve as a remote sensing specialist and data scientist for ongoing research designed to inform waterfowl and wetland conservation and management. Primary responsibilities will include providing data science support for existing projects, primarily in the form of accessing and preparing remotely sensed datasets for analysis. Remote sensing skillsets will be used to support current projects that seek to quantify spatial and temporal changes across regional landscapes, including landcover, surface inundation, and drought severity. While primary duties will be computer based, providing some logistical field support may be required. In-person work at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA is preferred but permanent remote work may be considered for eligible applicants.

Qualification Requirements: Bachelor's degree required focused on spatial ecology, wildlife conservation, ecological data science / statistics, or related fields. Experience: demonstrated competency in database management, data cleaning, and spatial programming in RStudio. Ability to work well independently as well as within collaborative teams. Previous experience working with movement data of marked individuals, Survey123, and Google Earth Engine is preferred.

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options, including retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Date Available: Upon completion of interview process.

Application Deadline: November 8, 2024, or until a suitable candidate is located.

Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants). Search for job # R00099545. Apply by attaching cover letter expressing interest, goals, and suitability for the position; curriculum vitae, official university transcripts, and names and contact information for at least three professional references. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:

Dr. Drew Fowler, Assistant Unit Leader
Louisiana Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
224 Renewable Natural Resources Building
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-6202
Tel: (281) 748-4856
E-mail: dfowler@agcenter.lsu.edu  
Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer

MS position: per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in lake fishes (Penn State)

The Wagner Lab at Penn State seeks applicants for a MS in ecology to begin fall 2025. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a global concern due to their impacts on human and environmental health. The successful applicant will lead efforts understand landscape scale patterns and drivers of PFAS in lake fishes, and to predict PFAS concentrations across thousands of lakes to help inform monitoring and management of PFAS in aquatic environments. The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team of federal, state, and university biologists. The position is in the USGS Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA.

Qualifications:
Competitive candidates should be highly motivated and possess a BS in chemistry, ecology, fisheries, statistics, or a related discipline with a strong quantitative background. Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment are essential.

Applicants may apply to the Intercollege Graduate Degree Program in Ecology by December 1st 2024 (https://www.huck.psu.edu/graduate-programs/ecology/applications/apply-now). Contact Dr. Tyler Wagner via email (txw19@psu.edu  ) for questions about the position.