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/

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

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

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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