Tuesday, December 13, 2011

American Institute of Professional Geologists National Scholarship Program

Purpose
To assist students with college education costs and to promote student participation in the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG). Up to four scholarships will be awarded to declared undergraduate geological sciences majors who are at least sophomores. Details for applying for these scholarships are provided below and at http://www.aipg.org/Students/Scholarship.html

Scholarship Awards
Scholarship awards in the amount of $1,000.00 each will be made to eligible students attending a college or university in the U.S. Scholarships are intended to be used to support tuition and/or room and board.

Eligibility Requirements

Any student who is majoring in geology (or earth science), is at least a sophomore, and is attending a four-year accredited college or university in the U.S. can apply. Also, the student must be either a student member of AIPG or must have applied for student membership at the time the application for the scholarship is submitted.

Each student who is awarded a scholarship agrees, by accepting the scholarship, to prepare a 600 to 800 word article for publication in The Professional Geologist. The subject of the article must be related to a timely professional issue.

Application Process
Applicants must submit: a letter of interest with name, mail and email addresses, and telephone number; proof of enrollment in an eligible geological sciences program, transcripts; an original one-page essay on why the applicant wants to become a geologist; and a letter of support from a faculty member familiar with the applicant’s academic work. The application packet should be submitted to:

American Institute of Professional Geologists
Attn: Education Committee Chr.
12000 N. Washington St., Suite 285
Thornton, Colorado 80241-3134
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to either
William Siok or Vickie Hill by telephone
(303) 412-6205 or e-mail: aipg@aipg.org.

Application Deadline and Award Date
Applications must be received by February 15th
Awarded the month of September

Basis of Awards
Awards will be based on the content and creativity of the essays as judged by the Education Committee. The decisions of the Education Committee are final.

Miscellaneous
Application requirements for student membership to AIPG: Student must be currently enrolled in a geological science degree program (as defined by the American Geological Institute).

AIPG student membership applications can be obtained from:

American Institute of Professional Geologists
12000 N. Washington St., Suite 285, Thornton, Colorado 80241-3134
(Application forms are also available on the AIPG website http://www.aipg.org)

Join Online! Student Membership is Free!

National Academies Graduate, Postdoctoral and Senior Research Associateship Programs

The National Research Council of the National Academies announces the 2012 Graduate, Postdoctoral and senior Research Associateship Programs to be conducted on behalf of federal research laboratories and affiliated institutions in over 100 locations throughout the United States. These programs provide opportunities for Ph.D., Sc.D or M.D. scientists and engineers of unusual promise and ability to perform research on problems largely of your own choosing, yet compatible with the research interests of the sponsoring laboratory. Initiated in 1954, the Associateship Programs have contributed to the career development of more than 12,000 scientists and engineers ranging from young researchers and recent Ph.D. recipients to distinguished senior scientists.

Full-time Associateships will be awarded on a competitive basis in 2012 for research in the fields of chemistry; earth, atmospheric and space sciences; engineering, applied sciences and computer science; life and medical sciences; mathematics; and physics. Many of the laboratories are open to both U.S. Citizens and foreign nationals. 

Awards are made for one or two years, renewable for a maximum of three years; senior applicants who have held the doctorate for at least five years may receive awards for shorter periods. Annual stipends for recent Ph.D. recipients for the 2012 program year range from $42,000 to $75,000 depending upon the sponsoring laboratory, and are appropriately  higher for senior award recipients. Graduate entry level stipends begin at $30,000.

Financial support is provided for allowable relocation expenses and for limited professional travel during the duration of the award. The host laboratory provides facilities, support services, necessary equipment, and travel necessary for the conduct of the approved research program.

Contact with the research advisor/mentor at the proposed sponsoring laboratory, including discussion of the proposed project, is necessary prior to submitting a formal application to the NRC. Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1 for reviews in mid-March, mid-June, mid-September and mid-January respectively. Initial awards will be announced immediately following each review with notification of alternate candidates at a later time. Detailed program information, including instructions on how to apply online, is available on the NRC website at www.national-academies.org/rap

Questions should be directed to the:
National Research Council of the National Academies
Fellowship Programs Office, Associateship Programs
500 Fifth Street, NW, Keck 568
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 334-2760
rap@nas.edu

Qualified applicants will be reviewed without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex or national origin.

Michael S. Lawton Environmental Scholarship

Michael S. Lawton Environmental Scholarship
Foundation for Long Island State Parks

This program includes a $2,000 scholarship in addition to a paid summer internship (if the funding exists) in the Long Island Region of New York State Parks.

This opportunity provides valuable experience in a variety of environmental disciplines, including endangered species management, natural resource management, environmental education and interpretive sciences. Some students intern at beach front parks where they monitor the federally threatened piping plover; others work in the environmental office on regional environmental issues. There are also opportunities for those majoring in science education.

Please contact Annie McIntyre (Annie.McIntyre@parks.ny.gov; 631.581.1072) for more information or an application. The application deadline is January 27, 2012.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Summer 2012 Research Experiences

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Summer 2012 Research Experiences

Undergraduates, Graduate Students, and Faculty
http://www.orau.gov/dhseducationprograms
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program

Undergraduate students
10 week research experience
$5,000 stipend plus travel expenses
Areas of research:

Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological/life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management, social sciences

Projects offered at:

National research laboratories: Argonne, Idaho, Lawrence Livermore, Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, Sandia, Savannah River DHS laboratories: Transportation Security Laboratory
Other research facilities, including Air Force Research Laboratory, Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology

Locations include CA, CO, ID, IL, MD, NM, NJ, OH, SC, TN, WA, VA
U.S. citizenship required
Application deadline: January 5, 2012

DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions

Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
10-week summer research experiences at university-based DHS Centers of Excellence nationwide
Faculty and student stipends, housing allowances, travel expenses
Areas of research: Homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics

Faculty apply for up to $50,000 in follow-on funding at end of summer
U.S. citizenship required
Faculty application deadline: January 8, 2012

Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to
dhsed@orau.org.

Operation Groundswell – Backpacking With a Purpose

Operation Groundswell – Backpacking With a Purpose
www.OperationGroundswell.com

“Five years later and it’s still the best thing I’ve ever done.” – Kali B. (West Africa 2007)

Looking for an adventure this summer that will change the way you see the world?

We are a student-run, non-profit organization that takes young adults on backpacking programs all over the world. Our group-oriented trips combine volunteer work, cultural exchange and off-the-beaten-path adventure. Our goal is to facilitate, not manufacture, life-changing experiences.

We are currently seeking students who want to step outside the classroom and into the world.

Registration is now open for our 2012 spring and summer programs. Apply now online because spots fill up quickly. For videos, prices, dates, testimonials and more information, check out www.OperationGroundswell.com/

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Career Opportunity at American Geosciences Institute

GEOSCIENCE WORKFORCE DATA ANALYST - American Geosciences Institute

The American Geosciences Institute (AGI), a mid-size nonprofit in Alexandria, VA, has a full-time position with immediate availability within its Geoscience Workforce Program. AGI is seeking a Workforce Data Analyst who will lead AGI's Workforce Program's data collection and analysis efforts on issues pertaining to domestic and international labor supply and demand of geoscientists. The Data Analyst will mine and analyze data from a variety of domestic and international public and private data sources as well as develop and conduct original surveys and data collection efforts. This position will be responsible for updating AGI's reports on workforce, including its "Status of the Geoscience Workforce" report and the "Directory of Geoscience Departments," and will also produce original research, writing articles for journals and other publications, as well as data briefs.

The Data Analyst will establish and maintain connections with geoscience faculty, federal agencies, professional societies, and industry representatives to identify and collect data on critical issues pertaining to the geoscience profession both domestically and internationally. He/She will also actively participate in workshops and conferences, both organizing sessions and presenting talks and posters, in order to broaden connections with the geoscience community and to provide a national context for many of the pressing issues that geoscience professionals and academic programs are facing.

The successful candidate needs strong data management and mining experience, a strong literacy of the geosciences as a profession, and excellent analytical skills. In addition, he/she will have excellent oral and written communication skills for networking and presenting research, and must work well as part of a team. Proficiency with SQL is a must, demonstrable experience with statistical packages, programming and/or website development are highly desirable. A graduate degree in the geosciences or related field is preferred.

Please send a letter of interest, resume with three references, and salary requirements to: jobs@agiweb.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position is open until filled, with evaluations beginning 19 December 2011.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer.

Postdoctoral Fellowship Positions at the Carnegie Institution of Washington

Postdoctoral Fellowship Positions at the Carnegie Institution of Washington
From: Diana Roman <droman@dtm.ciw.edu>

We anticipate openings for postdoctoral fellows in one or more of the fields of geophysics, geochemistry, cosmochemistry, planetary science, and astrobiology. Details on DTM research staff, laboratory facilities, and ongoing research can be found at www.dtm.ciw.edu under “Research.” Fellowships are normally renewable for a second year.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, description of thesis research, list of publications, and a short (2-3 page) statement of research plans for the fellowship period, plus three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to us by those familiar with your work. Completed applications are due 15 January 2012. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. AAE/EOE.

Please send applications to:

Department of Terrestrial Magnetism
Carnegie Institution of Washington
5241 Broad Branch Road, NW
Washington, DC 20015-1305

Attention:  Fellowships Committee

E-mail submission address: fellowships@dtm.ciw.edu

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Diana C. Roman
Department of Terrestrial Magnetism
Carnegie Institution of Washington
5241 Broad Branch Road, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20015 USA
Email: droman@dtm.ciw.edu

Monday, November 28, 2011

Assistant or Associate Professor of Geology or Geological Engineering - South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Assistant or Associate Professor of Geology or Geological Engineering

The Department of Geology and Geological Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology invites applications for a nine-month tenure track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek candidates specializing in hydrology, environmental geology or other field complementing department strengths, who have also demonstrated significant expertise in geographic information systems (GIS). The successful applicant should be able to teach/develop courses in their specialty and in GIS at both the undergraduate and graduate level, to advise graduate students, and to develop an externally funded research program. The department offers BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees in Geology and Geological Engineering and a Minor in Geospatial Technology, with emphases in hydrology, geotechnics, petroleum, mineral resources, and paleontology. A completed Ph.D. in Geology, Geological Engineering or a closely related field is required. Nine-month salary range is commensurate with background and experience. This is a benefitted position.

The university is located in Rapid City, SD, within a diverse geological terrain. The Black Hills uplift lies within the northern Rocky Mountains, contains an historical gold mining region, and is flanked by the fossil-rich Badlands and the energy resource-rich Williston and Powder River basins. Our Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station offers a variety of geology, geological engineering, paleontology, environmental and ecology field camps in the Black Hills, Turkey, Nepal, Iceland, and India. Additional facilities include a GIS/remote sensing laboratory, an InSAR laboratory, a rock mechanics laboratory, a biogeochemistry facility, and an Engineering and Mining Experiment Station with a variety of analytical capabilities. The department has a van-mounted Geoprobe, a photogrammetry system, and a laser scanner with analytical software. The department and the Museum of Geology have recently opened the James E. Martin Paleontology Research Laboratory to house its collection of 500,000+ fossil and mineral specimens. Collaborations with faculty in Civil and Environmental Engineering and in Atmospheric Sciences are encouraged.

The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a public state university offering bachelor, master’s, and doctoral degrees in engineering and science. The University’s research programs focus on the following four areas: Energy and Environment; Materials and Manufacturing; Underground Science and Engineering; and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. The School of Mines’ approximately 2,300 students include traditional and non-traditional learners from 38 states and 32 countries. Located in Rapid City, South Dakota’s second largest city, the University is only 25 miles from Mount Rushmore and the beautiful Black Hills. Rapid City enjoys a relatively mild climate, and the Black Hills offer year-round recreational opportunities. For more information about the School of Mines and Rapid City, visit: www.sdsmt.edu and http://visitrapidcity.com/.

The School of Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. This position is funded from general funds and is needed to support the educational and research missions of the university.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, military status, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, political preference or disability in employment or the provision of service.

Graduate opportunity at American Museum of Natural History

Graduate opportunity at AMNH
From: Jim Webster <jdw@amnh.org> 

Please be aware of and share information on a new opportunity offered by the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) for individuals who have completed their undergraduate degree in Earth Science or related fields and who are interested in pursuing a teaching career in secondary schools.  The AMNH has developed a Masters of Arts in Teaching program with a specialization in Earth Science. Designed as an urban residency program in partnership with six schools in the New York City area, the program will be offered by a faculty that draws from the AMNH 's Division of Physical Sciences (curators and post doctoral fellows in the Earth and Planetary Department and the Astrophysics Department) and the AMNH Education Department (educators with experience in teacher training and mentoring). 

During the  rigorous 15-month full-time program, students will be in residence for two summers at the AMNH both teaching in youth programs and participating in Earth and Space science research activities with our curators and postdocs, and, during the school year, in residence at two different New York City-area schools, four days per week from September through January and again during February through June.  At the same time, the students will complete 36 credits of graduate-level courses in both science and pedagogy at the museum and through online courses.

All candidates accepted into the program will receive a tuition waiver and a stipend to cover living expenses during the 15-month program - along with medical benefits.  In exchange, they must commit to seek employment to teach in a high-need school in New York State for a minimum of 4 years following graduation.  During the pilot phase of this new program, we will accept two cohorts of 25 students each (first cohort starting in June 2012 and the second cohort starting in June 2013).

Please share this information with Senior undergraduates or recent undergraduate or graduate students who majored in Earth Science or related fields at your institution.  For additional information on the program and/or to access the application process and materials, interested individuals should visit the site:    www.amnh.org/education/mat

If you have questions, contact Ms. Regin Tanler, mat@amnh.org, (phone 1-212-313-7464).

Cheers,
Jim Webster, AMNH Curator
-- 
James D. Webster
Curator of Mineral Deposits
Dept. of Earth and Planetary Sciences
Division of Physical Sciences, AMNH
Central Park West at 79th St.
NY, NY 10024-5102 USA
Phone:  212-769-5401
Fax: 212-769-5533

Assistant Professor position - Applied Geospatial Research, Tenure Track, Department of Geoscience NDSU Fargo

Assistant Professor - Applied Geospatial Research, Tenure Track
Department of Geosciences NDSU Fargo

The Department of Geosciences at North Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in applied geospatial research. Preference will be given to applicants whose research applies both GIScience and Remote Sensing technologies to topics in physical geography/geomorphology. A Ph.D. is required at time of appointment and university teaching experience is preferred. Teaching duties will include introductory, advanced, and graduate level GIS and Remote Sensing courses. The starting date is August 2012.

The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for continued professional development, scholarship and community engagement  at a Carnegie "Very High Research Activity" institution. Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

Submit letter of application, C.V., contact information for three referees, transcripts, sample syllabi, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research direction, and other supporting documentation to jobs.ndsu.edu/postings/1293. Official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. NDSU values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and who possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

NDSU hosts a NSF ADVANCE grant, which supports professional advancement of women faculty through mentoring programs, research support, and leadership training opportunities. North Dakota State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to Diversity in Hiring.

Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Peter G. Oduor, Search Committee Chair, tel. 701-231-7145, Peter.Oduor@ndsu.edu.

jobs.ndsu.edu/postings/1293

Woods Hole Postdoctoral Scholar Program

Postdoctoral Scholar Program

Eighteen-month Postdoctoral Scholar awards are offered annually to recipients of new or recent doctorates in the fields of chemistry, engineering, geology, geophysics, mathematics, meteorology, physics, and biology as well as oceanography. The competitive awards are designed to further the education and training of the applicant with primary emphasis placed on the individual's research promise.
In order to be eligible for one of these awards, applicants must have received their doctoral degree within the past 2-3 years. As a condition of the award, successful applicants must be able to present their diploma, a certified copy of their diploma, or a certified letter from the appropriate college or university official stating that they have completed all of the requirements for their degree including the completion of their final thesis, before they begin their scholar appointment. However, applicants do not need to have already received their degree prior to applying. It is also expected that candidates will have a command of the English language. MIT/WHOI Joint Program Students, and those holding any type of WHOI appointment at the post-Ph.D. level during the 12 months prior to April 1st of the Scholar award year are not eligible for the Scholar competition.
Successful applicants of awards can initiate their study and research period at the Institution any time after notification and before December 1st of the year the award is given. December 1st is a firm deadline. Recipients of the 2012-2013 awards will receive a stipend of $56,500 per year for an 18 month appointment, plus a relocation allowance. All appointees are eligible for group health and dental insurance. In addition, limited support is available for travel expenses, equipment, supplies and special services.
Extensions of scholar appointments may be possible if required to complete the initial research program. Extensions are rare, and restricted to one, six-month extension of the initial 18-month Scholar appointment, and the extension must be contiguous to the original appointment. Requests to extend a Scholar appointment will not be considered until after the first annual review. An extension request is initiated by a Scholar and his/her sponsor(s) and requires approval by the Chair of the Department hosting the Scholar and the Vice President for Academic Programs. In addition, a source of WHOI internal funds (unrestricted funds) to support the costs of the extension needs to be identified by the Scholar's advisor or others involved with the Scholar's research program. Extensions of a Scholar appointment beyond 24 months are not allowed, although a Scholar can be considered for appointment as a Postdoctoral Investigator following procedures defined by WHOI Human Resources.
Scholars are chosen through a highly competitive process, and for this and other reasons, these appointments carry special recognition at the Institution. Each recipient is encouraged to pursue his or her own research interests in association with a member of the Resident Scientific or Senior Technical Staff. Each award recipient is provided with office and laboratory space in close proximity to the resident staff acting as sponsor and general advisor throughout the award period.
Communication with potential WHOI advisors prior to submitting an application is encouraged. We will make sure that any staff member you mention as a potential sponsor has an opportunity to review your application. The best way to obtain more information about ongoing research here is via the individual Department, Center and Institute web pages found on the Research Areas page.

Last updated: November 1, 2011

Haslem Postdoctoral Fellowship in Paleontology, Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines

Haslem Postdoctoral Fellow/Assistant Professor
Geology and Geological Engineering/Museum of Geology

The Haslem Postdoctoral Fellow/Assistant Professor is available in the Department of Geology and Geological Engineering and the Museum of Geology at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. A Ph.D. with specialization in paleontology is required. The Haslem Postdoctoral Fellow/Assistant Professor is a research position, and candidates with research experience and expertise that compliment that of departmental faculty and museum personnel are especially encouraged to apply. Occasional teaching opportunities may be available, based on the Fellow's desire for teaching experience and on the department’s need and resources. The Haslem Postdoc will have access to collections, archives, and laboratories of the Museum of Geology’s James E. Martin Paleontology Research Laboratory as well as other analytical facilities in the department and on campus. The Museum houses extensive collections, especially from the Cretaceous Western Interior Seaway, Paleogene White River Badlands, and Neogene Great Plains and Rocky Mountains. The department offers B.S. degrees in Geology and in Geological Engineering, M.S. degrees in Paleontology and in Geology & Geological Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Geology & Geological Engineering.

This nine-month appointment is renewable annually for up to three years, with annual performance review and with a possibility of appointment extension. Base salary is $32,000-$35,000, depending upon qualifications and experience.

The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a public state university offering bachelor, masters, and doctoral degrees in engineering and science. The University’s research programs focus on the following four areas: Energy and Environment; Materials and Manufacturing; Underground Science and Engineering; and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. The School of Mines’ approximately 2,300 students include traditional and non-traditional learners from 38 states and 32 countries. Located in Rapid City, South Dakota’s second largest city, the University is only 25 miles from Mount Rushmore and the beautiful Black Hills. Rapid City enjoys a relatively mild climate, and the Black Hills offer year-round recreational opportunities. For more information about the School of Mines and Rapid City, visit: www.sdsmt.edu and http://visitrapidcity.com/

The School of Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. This position is funded through an endowment in the SDSM&T Foundation.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, military status, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, political preference or disability in employment or the provision of service.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Career Opportunities at the University of Michigan Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

The University of Michigan, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences,
has career opportunities for faculty and postdoctoral fellows.

1.    Faculty position:
http://www.lsa.umich.edu/earth/facultypositionsopenatassistantassociateorful
lprofessorlevel_ci

2.    Postdoctoral Fellowship:
http://www.lsa.umich.edu/earth/turnerpostdoctoralfellowshipcompetition_ci

Rebecca A. Lange, Professor and Chair
Earth & Environmental Sciences
University of Michigan
Room 2534 C.C. Little Bldg.
1100 N. University Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1005
ph: (734) 764-1435
fx: (734) 763-4690
email: becky@umich.edu

AGI Accepting Applications for the 2012-2013 William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellowship

Contact: Linda Rowan(rowan@agiweb.org)

Alexandria, VA - What do energy resources for the future, understanding earthquakes to improve resiliency, and educating the next generation of geoscientists all have in common? Federal policymaking informed by the geosciences. If you are passionate about the role geoscience plays in the federal legislative process, consider applying for the American Geosciences Institute's William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellowship for 2012-2013. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to spend a year on Capitol Hill working in a congressional office and learning about the legislative process. 

Prospective applicants should have a broad geoscience background and excellent written and oral communications skills. Minimum requirements are a master's degree with at least three years of professional geoscience work experience or a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Although prior experience in public policy is not necessary, a demonstrable interest in applying science to the solution
of public problems is desirable. Applicants must be a member of one of AGI's member societies, a list of which is available here or online at http://www.agiweb.org/members/index.html. 

The William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellowship is funded through an endowment in honor of William L. Fisher, the Leonidas T. Barrow Centennial Chair in Mineral Resources and Professor at the John A. and Katherine G. Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas, Austin. At the national level, Fisher served as the Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Energy and Minerals under President Ford. He served as an advisor to the President and Secretaries of Energy and the Interior for several administrations, and chaired numerous National Research Council committees and boards. 

The deadline for applications is February 1, 2012. For more information please contact govt@agiweb.org and to apply for the William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellowship please visit AGI's website at
http://www.agiweb.org/gap/csf/. Several of AGI's Member Societies and other science societies also sponsor Congressional Science Fellowships. It is acceptable to apply to more than one fellowship opportunity. Stipends, application procedures, eligibility, timetables, and deadlines vary.

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The American Geosciences Institute is a nonprofit federation of 50 geoscientific and professional associations that represents more than 250,000 geologists, geophysicists and other earth scientists. Founded in 1948, AGI provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in the profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society's use of resources, resiliency to natural hazards, and interaction with the environment.

YEC, Inc./YEC Engineering, P.C. Field Geologist Position

YEC, Inc./YEC Engineering, P.C. is an environmental engineering consulting firm founded in 1985. The firm is located in Valley Cottage, New York. The firm conducts water/wastewater engineering studies, hazardous waste site characterization studies including: remedial investigations, feasibility studies, remediation design support, construction oversight, MGP sites investigations/construction oversight, underground storage tank investigations/tank pull oversight, environmental impact studies, vapor gas intrusion studies, topographical land surveys and CAD/GIS, etc.

Currently, we have a full-time field environmental geologist/engineer position available to conduct field activities associated with water/wastewater/hazardous waste investigations. Candidates should be a senior or have a bachelor's degree in geology/engineering. The position requires daily travel to New York City, Rockland, Orange, Westchester counties and/or Long Island. YEC's clients include: New York State Department of Environmental Conservations, NY State Office of General Services, NY State DOT, New York City MTA/Transit Authority, etc.

Typical responsibilities for the field environmental geologist/engineer include the following:
  • Perform field inspection and documentation of field activities
  • Perform field investigations including drilling oversight, geoprobe soil sampling, indoor/outdoor air sampling, soil/groundwater/potable water sampling, well monitoring, underground storage tanks investigations/closure/monitoring, O&M, surveying, CAD and GIS mapping, computer data base management
  • Assist in preparing reports, including site characterization, field activity reports, and construction inspection reports
  • Interact with drillers/labs/contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure contract compliance
Job requirements:
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Must have reliable transportation vehicle
  • Valid driver's license (NOT suspended)
YEC will provide on-the-job training for qualified candidates, competitive salary with year-end bonus, medical insurance, vacations/personal/sick days, National Holidays and a company matching Simple IRA plan.

Interested candidates please email resumes to Dr. Ed Chen at employment@yecinc.net for consideration. YEC's website is www.yecinc.net.

American Water Works Association Scholarships

The NY Section of AWWA awards four scholarships every year, two for undergraduates, one for graduate students and one for AWWA members or their family.  The deadline for filing is Monday, February 6, 2012. General information can be found at:  http://www.nysawwa.org

On the home page, go to "Students" under "Important Links and Information".
The three available scholarships are listed near the bottom of the page.  The direct link for applying is:
http://fs11.formsite.com/nysawwaorg/form22/print Hope you can help us get the word out.  Perhaps, you can encourage students in your classes to apply, or to nominate someone yourself, or to pass this information along to others.
We’d appreciate any help you might be able to give.

Best regards,

Henry Bokuniewicz
Professor of Oceanography
Marine Sciences Research Center
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, New York 11794-5000
USA

Monday, October 31, 2011

2012 Exploration Geophysics Graduate Fellowship, UT Austin

Exploration Geophysics $34,355 Graduate Fellowship

This one year fellowship for graduate students includes an annual stipend of $34,355. Exploration geophysics research at The Jackson School of Geosciences is conducted within the Department of Geological Sciences as well as at both of the school’s major research units, The Bureau of Economic Geology and The Institute for Geophysics.

The Jackson School also collaborates with related research on campus in the Department of Petroleum & Geosystems Engineering and the Texas Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics.

Exploration Geophysics involves the use of geophysical theory and instrumentation to de fine subsurface geology and predict locations of petroleum and mineral resources.

Exploration Geophysics at The University of Texas at Austin focuses on teaching and research in the acquisition and analysis of 3-D re ection seismic data to search for and develop oil & gas resources. The educational opportunities at the Jackson School of Geosciences are great. All applicants are considered for nancial support. Those admitted are assured support for 4 semesters (MSc) or 10 semesters (PhD) and most graduates of the program enter careers in the Energy Industry. The Exploration Geophysics Graduate Fellowship for graduate students at The University of Texas at Austin is for outstanding students with backgrounds in geophysics/geology, math, physics, computer sciences and/or electrical and petroleum engineering.

Additional information on Exploration Geophysics at The Jackson School of Geosciences is available on:
www.jsg.utexas.edu/eg

The recipient of this fellowship will also take part in the EDGER Forum, a consortium of industry participants sponsoring Education & Reserach in Exploration Geophysical Technology (www.edger.jsg.utexas.edu).

Applicants for this fellowship must be US Citizens or have permanent resident status of the United States. Applicants are also encouraged to contact faculty members who have research interests similar to their own. The above webpages detail areas of expertise of the faculty members as well as links to contact information. To begin the process of applying, go to www.utexas.edu/ogs/admissions

The Department of Geological Sciences deadline is December 1, 2011 for fellowship consideration.
For more information contact:
Dr. Robert H. Tatham, Professor and Shell Centennial Chair in Geophysics
tel: (512) 471-9129 or email: tatham@mail.utexas.edu

NSF Nordic Research Opportunity

Dear NSF Graduate Fellows and Coordinating Officials:

We are pleased to announce the 2012 Nordic Research Opportunity, available as a Supplemental Award, for NSF Graduate Research Fellows.  NSF, the Research Council of Norway (RCN), the Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation (TEKES), the Academy of Finland, the Danish National Research Foundation and the Swedish Research Council will support on a competitive basis research visits of 2-12 months or 3-12 months (country-specific) in Norway, Finland, Denmark and Sweden.  This international research opportunity is intended to enrich the Graduate Research Fellows’ experience through cooperative activities with leading Nordic scientists and institutions, thus enabling them to develop early-career collaborations with international research partners.  Results of the research collaboration are expected to expand opportunities for innovation and add an international dimension to Fellow research projects.  Interested NSF Graduate Research Fellows who have completed at least one year of graduate study and who are studying at U.S. institutions are encouraged to contact potential Nordic host institutions for detailed information on current research activities at that site. 

Please read the announcement (Dear Colleague Letter) on the NSF Website at: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2012/nsf12006/nsf12006.pdf

The 2012 Supplement Request Deadline is January 20, 2012.  Announcement of supplement awards will be made in April, 2012.  If you have any questions after reading the Dear Colleague Letter, please contact Gisele Muller-Parker, email: gtmuller@nsf.gov

We hope you give this funding opportunity to establish collaborations with Nordic colleagues serious consideration as your research programs develop. Please note that we are still in the process of developing a new international funding opportunity, to be announced to you sometime this fall.  We will notify you as soon as we are able to provide details. 

Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowships

The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) program provides outstanding benefits and opportunities to students pursing doctoral degrees in fields of study that utilize high-performance computing to solve complex problems in science and engineering. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the fellowship has driven the expansion of computational science, encouraging its acceptance as the "third pillar" of scientific discovery.

Benefits:
  • $36,000 yearly stipend
  • Payment of all tuition and fees
  • Yearly conferences
  • $5,000 academic allowance in first year
  • $1,000 academic allowance each renewed year
  • 12-week research practicum
  • Renewable up to four years
The DOE CSGF program is open to senior undergraduates or students in their first or second year of doctoral study. Access application materials and additional information at:

http://www.krellinst.org/csgf

National Estuarine Research Reserves Graduate Research Fellowship Competition

National Estuarine Research Reserves Graduate Research Fellowship Competition
Applications Due November 1, 2011 
 In the 2012 competition, the program anticipates 9 openings for master's degree students and Ph.D. candidates at 9 National Estuarine Research Reserves (NERRs). The NERRs' Graduate Research Fellowship program offers qualified master's and doctoral students the opportunity to address to address natural or social science research questions at local, regional, or national scales. Proposals may be submitted for 1, 2, or 3 year projects and are based on the student's interest, Reserve's local needs, and the Reserve System's national priorities. Fellows conduct their research within a National Estuarine Research Reserve(s). The result is high-quality research focused on improving coastal management issues and enhancing our understanding of estuarine ecosystems.
To learn more, visit:
http://www.nerrs.noaa.gov/Fellowship.aspx
The program's federal funding opportunity number is NOAA-NOS-OCRM-2012-2003083 and the deadline for applications is November 1, 2011.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Udall Foundation Dissertation Fellowships in Environmental Policy

The Udall Foundation invites applications for the 2012 Environmental Public Policy & Conflict Resolution Dissertation Fellowship.

The Udall Foundation awards two one-year fellowships of up to $24,000 to doctoral candidates whose research concerns U.S. environmental public policy and/or U.S. environmental conflict resolution, and who are entering their final year of writing the dissertation. Dissertation Fellowships are intended to cover both academic and living expenses from July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2012. The application deadline is February 24, 2012.

For additional information about the Dissertation Fellowship, including eligibility, program conditions, and biographies of recent fellows, please visit our website at www.udall.gov.

Eligible fields of study include geography; marine sciences; environmental anthropology; political science; economics; environmental science, policy and management; ecology; environmental justice; regional planning; natural resource policy; environmental analysis and design, and many more. While scholarly excellence is of prime importance in selection of fellows, the Foundation is also seeking to identify individuals who have a demonstrated commitment to U.S. environmental public policy and/or U.S. environmental conflict resolution, and who have the potential to make a significant impact in the real world. Interdisciplinary projects are particularly welcome.

We appreciate your help in publicizing this opportunity. If you have questions about the Udall Fellowship Program, please contact Jane Curlin, Senior Program Manager, at curlin@udall.gov.

Peggy Mullaney
Senior Administrative Assistant
The Udall Foundation
130 South Scott Avenue
Tucson, AZ  85701-1922
ph: (520) 901-8566  fax: (520) 901-8570
www.udall.gov

Friday, September 30, 2011

Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship Nominations 2012

These past few months have been busy ones for us, at the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, as we continue work on the highly competitive selection process for the 2012 cohort of Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellows. The Teaching Fellowship received unprecedented interest this past year with 48,000 inquiries into the program and 1500 applications submitted.
 
As the Early Decision deadline approaches on October 19th, we are sending this reminder that nominations for the prestigious Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship are currently being accepted through January 10, 2012.

The nomination and application process has several important steps. First, you will need to submit your nominations (of current students or alumni) by filling out a brief online form. The nomination form may be filled out at any time before the January deadline.  

The students you nominate should have a 3.0 undergraduate GPA with an undergraduate major or minor in a STEM field and a commitment to teaching.

Once you submit your nomination, they will then need to register and complete the full application with the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button at the top of this template or on our website at www.wwteachingfellowship.org. (This is a secure site, where personal information will be protected.) Technical assistance will be available at Tech-Help@woodrow.org, should they have any difficulty.

Recommendation forms are provided at the end of the application.  All recommendations should consist of a letter and a form, and should be completed by a faculty member who has worked directly with the student in his/her classes, on special projects, or in other situations where they can provide information on the student’s excellence, character, academic ability, and commitment to teaching.  The recommendations are to be completed and submitted directly to the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation.

The completed application with responses to the two essays, a resume, test scores (where applicable), three letters of recommendation (with corresponding forms), and an official transcript should be submitted (by the student) online.  Please let us know if you have questions about the application process. All nominated students will be interviewed.
 
We hope that this information is helpful and will allow you to effectively support your students as they prepare their applications. Should you need to contact me with questions, please do not hesitate to do so at 609-452-7007, ext 145 or via email at kovac@woodrow.org.

Sincerely,

Sylvia Kovac
Digital Outreach & Recruitment
Teaching Fellowships

Monday, September 19, 2011

NSF East Asia and Pacific Summer Institutes

The National Science Foundation (NSF) East Asia and Pacific Summer Institutes for U.S. Graduate Students (EAPSI) is a flagship international fellowship program for developing the next generation of globally  engaged U.S. scientists and engineers knowledgeable about the Asian and Pacific regions. The Summer Institutes are hosted by foreign counterparts committed to increasing opportunities for young U.S. researchers to work in research facilities and with host mentors abroad. Fellows are supported to participate in eight-week research experiences at host laboratories in Australia, China, Japan (10 weeks), Korea, New Zealand, Singapore and Taiwan from June to August. The program provides a $5,000 summer stipend, round-trip airfare to the host location, living expenses abroad, and an introduction to the society, culture, language, and research environment of the host location.

The 2012 application is now open and will close at 5:00 pm proposer’s local time on November 9, 2011.
 Application instructions are available online at www.nsfsi.org. For further information concerning benefits, eligibility, and tips on applying, applicants are encouraged to visit www.nsf.gov/eapsi or www.nsfsi.org .

NSF recognizes the importance of enabling U.S. researchers and educators to advance their work through international collaborations and the value of ensuring that future generations of U.S. scientists and engineers gain professional experience beyond this nation's borders early in their careers. The program is intended for U.S. graduate students pursuing studies in fields supported by the National Science Foundation. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for the EAPSI. Applicants must be enrolled in a research-oriented master's or PhD program and be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents by the application deadline date. Students in combined bachelor/master degree programs must have matriculated from the undergraduate degree program by the application deadline date.

The first Summer Institutes began in Japan in 1990, and to date over 2,400 U.S. graduate students have participated in the program.

Should you have any questions, please contact the EAPSI Help Desk by email at eapsi@nsfsi.org or by phone at 1-866-501-2922.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship Program

I write to make you aware of a tremendous scholarship-for-serviceopportunity for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students and to request thatyou encourage your best students to apply to the SMART Scholarship Program. This is a highly-selective, prestigious, national program that fullysupports their education, including full tuition, a very generous stipend,book allowance, and Summer internship, while they are in school, and then provides guaranteed employment with the Defense Department upon graduation.

The Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation (SMART)scholarship-for-service Program fully funds undergraduate and graduatedegrees in a wide range of technical areas, including all fields of engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, andMathematics.

A SMART brochure and a poster are attached and the application web page is at www.asee.org/SMART.  The application deadline is December 1, 2011 for the 2012 school year.  SMART provides:

·        Full Tuition – to any accredited U.S. University
·        A very generous stipend while in school
-         $25,000 for undergraduates
-         $33,000 for masters candidates
-         $36,300 to $41,800 for doctoral candidates
·        Book allowance – $1,000
·        Health Insurance
·        Paid Summer internships
·        All required student fees
·        Travel for internships

Summer internships at Labs are required.  In return for fully funding their education, students are required work as a civilian employee at a Service (Army, Navy, Air Force) or DoD Agency (NSA, DIA, DARPA,
etc.) laboratory, or other research and development activity for a period equal to the time the program paid for their school. Students must be U.S. Citizens, able to obtain a DoD Security Clearance, and be willing to work as a civilian in the DoD upon graduation.

There will be approximately 300 new awards this year.  A list of SMART awards from previous years is listed by University at: http://smart.asee.org/schools/scholar_directory

While SUNY Buffalo is one of the top schools in terms of the number of SMART recipients, I think we can greatly increase the number of your students supported in this program.  I would appreciate your help in disseminating this information to your students, faculty, undergraduate advisors, and graduate coordinators, and by encouraging your best students to apply for this tremendous opportunity.

Please direct your interested students to: www.asee.org/SMART. There are links to the application portal and other program related information.  Additional applicant and SMART related questions for students can be answered via:

            Email:  smart@asee.org
            Phone:  (202) 331-3544

Thank you for your consideration in this matter.  If you have questions at the university/ college/department level, please feel free to contact me.

Respectfully,

Knox
Senior Administrator for the DoD SMART Program
______________________________________

Knox T. Millsaps, Sc.D.
Professor and Chairman
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
700 Dyer Road, Room 338
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA 93943-5100 USA

web: www.nps.edu/mae
Phone: (831) 656-2586, 656-3382
Fax: (831) 656-2238
email: millsaps@nps.edu

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

Application Deadline(s) (submitted by 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time):

November 16, 2011

The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce in the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in fields within NSF's mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant achievements in science and engineering research. The ranks of NSF Fellows include numerous individuals who have made transformative breakthroughs in science and engineering research, many who have become leaders in their chosen careers, and some who have been honored as Nobel laureates.

Award Information

Estimated Number of Awards: 2,000 new Fellowships will be offered pending availability of funds.

Applicants are urged to visit the NSF web page at http://www.nsf.gov/ for more information and guidance about current and emerging themes for NSF.

III. AWARD INFORMATION

The NSF expects to award 2,000 Graduate Research Fellowships under this program solicitation pending availability of funds.

For each matriculated Fellow, the institution receives up to a $40,500 award per Fellow tenure year (12-month increments) to cover the costs described below. For 2012, it is anticipated that the cost-of-education allowance will increase to $12,000, as indicated in the FY2012 Budget Request.

The Graduate Research Fellowship stipend is currently $30,000 for a 12-month tenure period, prorated in whole month increments of $2,500.

Categories of applicants that are always ineligible:

Those who do not hold US citizenship, national, or permanent resident status by the application deadline.
Those who were previously awarded a fellowship from the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program and accepted it.
Those who have declined the offer of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship and who did not notify NSF by the published deadline for accepting the Fellowship.
Those who have earned any graduate or professional degree, except applicants who have completed a joint BS/MS program and have not completed any further graduate study outside the joint program
Current NSF employees.

1. Citizenship

Applicants must be United States citizens, nationals, or permanent residents of the United States by the application deadline.

The term "national" designates a native resident of a commonwealth or territory of the United States, such as American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, or the Northern Mariana Islands. It does not refer to a citizen of another country who has applied for US citizenship.

2. Degree Requirements

Fellowships are awarded to individuals in the early stages of their graduate study. Below are general guidelines for determining eligibility according to the degree requirements criterion:

Applicants are expected to have adequate preparation to begin graduate study and research by Summer or Fall 2012. This is nearly always demonstrated by receipt of a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering field earned prior to Fall 2012.
Individuals are typically eligible to apply:
During the senior year of college
After graduating from college and prior to entering graduate school
During the first year of graduate school
Prior to completing the Fall term of the second year of graduate school.
Applicants must have completed no more than 12 months of full-time graduate study or its equivalent as of August 1, 2011. Full-time graduate study is as defined by the universities attended.
Applicants who have completed part-time graduate study must have completed no more than 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours or their equivalent as of August 1, 2011. This credit hour limit applies only to part-time graduate students; there is no credit hour limit for full-time students.
All post-baccalaureate, graduate-level study is counted toward the allowed 12 months of completed graduate study. This includes all Master's and doctoral programs.

Applicants in joint BS/MS programs are typically eligible to apply prior to completion of any further graduate study.

In four-year joint programs, applicants may apply in the fourth year and after completion of the program. Completion of any graduate study outside of the joint program will disqualify an applicant.
In five-year joint programs, applicants may apply in the fourth and fifth years of the program and after completion of the program. Completion of any further graduate study outside of the joint program will disqualify an applicant.

Definition of Completed Graduate Study and Extenuating Circumstance

Applicants may have completed no more than 12 months of full-time graduate study or its equivalent by August 1, 2011. Pre-graduate participation in summer activities (e.g., bridge programs, field studies, lab rotations) offered by a graduate program prior to the start of the Fall graduate program are not included in this total.

All post-baccalaureate, graduate study is counted towards the allowed 12 months of graduate study. This includes the following:

All Master's programs (including research-based or coursework-based programs, and "terminal" programs as well as those that are contiguous with a Ph.D. program)
All Doctoral programs
Post-baccalaureate, graduate-level coursework completed outside a degree program
Both full-time and part-time graduate programs.

Extenuating Circumstance

Applicants who have completed more than twelve months of graduate study and who have not earned a graduate degree may be considered eligible if they have had an interruption in graduate study of at least two consecutive years prior to November 2011. An eligibility essay is required in the application.

Ford Diversity Fellowships Program for Achieving Excellence in College and University Teaching

Starting September 1, 2011 Applications will be accepted for the 2012 Ford Diversity Fellowships Program for Achieving Excellence in College and University Teaching. Full eligibility information and online applications are available on the website at: http://nationalacademies.org/ford

Eligibility Requirements: 
* U.S. Citizen or National
* Planning a career in teaching and research at the college or
university level in a research-based filed of Science, social  science
or humanities

Stipends and Allowances:
* Predoctoral--$20,000 to the fellow, institutional allowance of  $2,000 for three years
* Dissertation--$21,000 for one year
* Postdoctoral--$40,000 for one year, $1,500 employing institution allowance, to be matched by employing institution

Awardees have expenses paid to attend one Conference of Ford Fellows.

Approximately 60 predoctoral, 35 dissertation, and 20 postdoctoral fellowships sponsored by the Ford Foundation and administered by the National Research Council of the National Academies.

Application Deadline Dates:

     * Predoctoral: November 14, 2011
     * Dissertation: November 17, 2011
     * Postdoctoral: November 17, 2011

For Further information please contact:

Fellowships Office
National Research Council of The National Academies
500 Fifth Street NW
Keck 576
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202.334.2872
Fax: 202.334.3419
Email: infofell@nas.edu