Saturday, March 25, 2017
Thursday, March 16, 2017
Graduate School Virtual Fair
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES GRAD SCHOOL VIRTUAL FAIR - March 29th
REGISTER NOW * LEARN MORE * Live online event - Attend the Fair from Anywhere
REGISTER NOW * LEARN MORE * Live online event - Attend the Fair from Anywhere
Post-Doc Opportunity in Stream Restoration Research
POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITY IN STREAM RESTORATION RESEARCH
(Review begins 15 April 2017, open until filled)
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to study the effects of stream restoration on removal of nutrients and suspended sediments from stream water. The restoration approach, Regenerative Stormwater Conveyance (RSC), involves filling deeply eroded stream channels with a mixture of sand and organic matter and placing rock weirs across the stream channel at intervals to create a series of pools. The Postdoctoral Fellow will investigate the effects of three RSCs by assisting with the ongoing research and with synthesizing data on nitrogen and phosphorus fluxes through the RSCs.
The goal of the research is to assess the ability of RSCs to modulate stream flow and remove nitrogen, phosphorus and suspended sediments from stream water under a wide range of flow conditions. The research uses a combination of in-stream sensors and automated sampling to measure flows of stream water, suspended sediments, nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic matter through the RSCs. Groundwater chemistry and hydrology are also measured at one RSC on SERC property. Existing data extend before the restorations at two sites and include measurements of control streams without RSCs for comparison. This presents an ideal opportunity to learn more about the benefits and design considerations of a restoration method that is widely accepted but not well studied. It also presents an opportunity increase basic knowledge about of how stream biogeochemistry responds to changes in geomorphology and organic matter inputs.
The Fellowship is initially funded for 1 year with possibility of extension. The stipend is $56,000/year including health insurance allowance. The Fellow will work closely with Dr. Thomas Jordan and will be based at the campus of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (www.serc.si.edu), which has 100+ full-time employees and is set in a 1,072 hectare field site within commuting distance of Annapolis, MD and Washington, DC.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in environmental science or engineering, peer-reviewed publications, and professional presentations. Applicants should also have knowledge of hydrology and the biogeochemistry of N and P. Skills in data management, analysis and modeling, as well as analytical chemistry and the use of automated systems for in situ sensing and water sampling would also be desirable.
For best consideration, email a letter of application, full CV with publications list, graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies are fine), and contact information for three references (with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) to Dr. Thomas Jordan (jordanth@si.edu), SERC, 647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. For more information on SERC visit http://www.serc.si.edu. EOE.
Friday, March 10, 2017
Friday, March 3, 2017
Research Assistant/Intern - Panama Vampire Bats
NOW HIRING: research assistant
Research Intern 1: cooperation in vampire bats
Application deadline: Get your application in as soon as possible. Evaluations will begin March 1, 2017 but may continue past that date.
When: May 1 — October 1, 2017. Dates are negotiable.
Where: The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. This place has many great opportunities if you are interested in a career in organismal or tropical biology. Some of the best ecologists and evolutionary biologists in the world visit throughout the year. You’ll be working for Dr. Gerry Carter, currently a Smithsonian Postdoctoral Fellow.
What: You will be helping with experiments and observations of captive vampire bats April to August, and fieldwork in September. The basic approach and methods are similar to those in the references below. There are opportunities for independent projects and co-authorship on papers.
Main benefits:
- research experience
- opportunity to lead projects and help write scientific papers
- networking with other biologists
- $1000/month stipend to help cover travel and living expenses
Full-time (40 h/week) responsibilities will include:
- helping to care for captive vampire bats= 0-3 h/week
- filming and recording social behaviors= 3-6 h/ week
- behavioral video analysis = 15 h/week
- help with or lead a research project = 16-25 h/ week
Traits of ideal candidate:
- Excellent reading and writing in English. Spanish proficiency is helpful too.
- Strong academic record and interest in a research career
- Strong foundation in biology (especially evolution and behavior)
- Self-motivated, hard-working, and good time-management skills
For undergraduates and graduate students, there are competitive awards from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. See the links in the last sentence.
Feel free to ask me questions. I can send you a complete list of people who have worked with me in Panama if you want to get their opinion of what it’s like working here.
How to apply:
Send me an email (gerry@socialbat.org) with the title “Research Position Application” and a single PDF document with the following:
- explain your research interests, experience, and what you want out of this job (less than 1 page)
- highlight in bold the time period when you are available and what dates are best for you
- CV
- academic transcript with GPA, classes, and grades (informal/screenshot is fine)
- name, institution, and email of two references
https://socialbat.org/interns/
Tree Maintenance Intern Wanted (unpaid, part-time - full-time)
Tree Maintenance Intern Wanted (unpaid, part-time - full-time)
Energetic and physically healthy person needed to assist in taking care of young planted trees for the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy (GVC), a non-profit land trust and watershed organization located in Baltimore metropolitan area. Work will be done in the Loch Raven Reservoir area and surrounding Gunpowder Watershed to assist in the GVC Reforestation Program.
Required:
Must be age 18+; must provide own transportation; and be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Essential qualities needed include:
Honest, hard worker; ability to take instruction and apply consistently; willing to work outside in an open field environment with high, flowering weeds; willing to work in the heat as well as cold temperatures; attention to detail; ability to work without direct supervision; and able to take initiative.
The ideal candidate will have:
Minimum of 1 year college level course work working towards a degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, botany, or natural history.
Hours are flexible and can include weekends. Approximately 10 hours a week preferred. Commitment to a spring, summer and fall schedule is preferred but a June, July and August commitment is allowable.
Please send a cover letter and resume to Kim Peabody at kpeabody@gunpowdervc.org ASAP.
Assistant Director (UME Assistant Director of Operations)
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Assistant Director
Functional Title: Assistant Director (UME Assistant Director of Operations)
Position Number: 103488
Category Status: Exempt Regular
Unit: AGNR-UME-Associate Director
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Assistant Director of Operations (ADO), working closely with the Associate Dean /Associate Director of University of Maryland Extension (UME), will provide management oversight for faculty/staff in UME with regard to organizational function. Specifically this individual will provide support to Area Extension Directors (AEDs), Baltimore City Extension Director (BCED), and unit chairs/coordinators in the areas of fiscal management, personnel management and public relations. The ADO understands and supports UME vision, mission and program initiatives and priorities and manages field operations to support those areas statewide. In carrying out these duties, the ADO understands and ensures implementation of all University, College and UME policies and procedures. The ADO represents the interest of all fieldbased faculty and staff to the UME Leadership Team.
Responsibilities:
Fiscal Management
- Provides guidance and support to AEDs, and Baltimore City Extension Director in budget preparation, proposals, justification and management of funds.
- Works closely with AGNR College Administrative Service office to oversee all federal, state and local funds allocated in support of UME.
- Works with UME business managers in the state to ensure daytoday management of appropriated public and private funds.
Personnel Management
- Works with AGNR College HR office for all hiring, orientation, support and termination of UME employees.
- Provides direct supervision for mentoring and development of area extension directors.
- Provides direct supervision for key support staff inclusive of budget, personnel, grants, contracts and information technology.
- Supports local administrators (AEDs and BCED) with personnel issues as needed.
- Ensures Performance Review and Development (PRD) process is completed for all field based UME exempt and nonexempt positions with coordination by area or ADO support staff.
Public Relations
- Supports AED/BCED in county/city/area Extension Advisory Council/Board development and engagement.
Qualifications:
Required–
- Master’s Degree in business administration, agricultural economics/business, human resources, or other related disciplines.
- Five years senior management experience in business administration, including fiscal and personnel management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong background and skills in budgeting and finance.
- Excellent knowledge and ability to manage human resource related issues.
- A demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive issues and arbitrate successful outcomes.
- Personal Transportation and valid driver’s license required. Must be willing to travel within the state.
Preferences–
- Working knowledge of the local, state and federal agencies and groups involved in Extension/Agricultural College related issues.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Hiring Range Minimum: $104,000 – Hiring Range Maximum: $130,000. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.
Application:
All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu. A complete application packet includes a cover letter, resume or CV, unofficial academic transcripts, and three (3) professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
Closing date: Open until filled. For best consideration please apply by April 3, 2017.
The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, and gender identity or expression. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
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