Entry level water quality specialist

Contact Kathy Bond, MSU Career Services

Chemical Treatment Programs

• Influent clarification
• Complete biological treatment product line
• Polymeric chemical treatment in water and process applications including raw water, process wash water, wastewater, acid production
• Cooling water treatment including corrosion inhibition, dispersion, filtering, biological treatment, foam reduction
• Closed-loop chemical treatment including refrigeration and tempered water
• Demineralizer, reverse osmosis, filtration chemical treatment including antiscalants, regeneration, biological treatments
• Boiler water treatment including corrosion inhibition, dispersion, oxygen scavenging
• Steam chemical treatment including corrosion inhibition, carryover minimization, leak detection, scale reduction
• Wastewater treatment including microbial agents, solids reduction, clarification
• Complete line of wastewater treatment polymers
• Food-grade and Kosher chemical line
• Odor-control product line
• Process antiscalants including sludge conditioning and crystal modification treatments
• Surfactant and cleaner product line including oil/grease cleaners, steel cleaners, sludge conditioners
• CO2 removal process chemical treatment
• UAN fertilizer corrosion inhibition (U.S. patent)
• Fireside fuel treatment for corrosion inhibition, emission reduction, combustion improvement

Engineering Equipment Reliability Services

• Cooling water system flow surveys and hydraulic modeling
• Heat exchanger performance monitoring
• Cooling tower performance testing and improvements
• Performance heat exchanger profiles for maintenance and operational planning
• Cooling water flow balancing
• Deaerator mechanical/chemical studies with performance monitoring
• Online steam drum carryover studies (Sodium monitoring)
• Boiler efficiency monitoring and fuel optimization
• Demineralizer elution studies/operation curve development including resin testing, resin replacement recommendations, regenerant optimization
• Turnaround summary reports/turnaround assistance

Field Analytical

• Instantaneous and long-term corrosion analyses including on-line analysis and corrosion coupon testing
• Full line of field wet-chemistry testing and reporting
• Instantaneous and incubation biological count monitoring
• Low-level leak detection including explosives analysis, ORP, pH

Laboratory Analytical

• Detailed water, steam and process chemistry analyses. Equipment includes GC, IC, ICP, scanning electron microscopy, surface elemental microscopy. Capable of parts-per-trillion detection
• Metallurgical reporting
• Detailed metallurgical failure analyses
• Biological count monitoring including Legionella bacteria monitoring
• Detailed amine distribution analyses capable of parts-per-trillion detection

Engineering Plant Optimization

• Inventory and chemical cost control
• Routine chemical optimization
• Laboratory assistance/procedure optimization
• Operator training
• Equipment maintenance
• Equipment installation

Equipment Capabilities

• Full line of chemical treatment equipment including pumps, controllers, analyzers, tanks
• Equipment service and maintenance

Manufacturing and Delivery Capabilities

• Completely self-sufficient product manufacturing/blending facility
• In-house delivery infrastructure including staffed delivery specialists and full trucking capabilities

Regional Ecosystem Prediction Program

Regional Ecosystem Prediction Program: From Science to
Management: Improving Management of Mesophotic Coral Ecosystems in the U.S. Caribbean
Full proposals are due September 28, 2011 at 3 p.m.  Eastern Time.
NOAA's Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research (NOAA/CSCOR) is soliciting proposals under the Regional Ecosystem Prediction Program:
 From Science to Management for a project to synthesize existing information on mesophotic coral ecosystems within the U.S. Caribbean, describe linkages to resource management responsibilities, analyze both known and potential threats to MCEs, and develop viable options for managing them, as well as identify gaps in information for future research.This information will be used to improve the ability of resource managers to proactively develop strategies to protect poorly understood mesophotic coral ecosystems, including coastal and marine spatial planning and the siting of marine protected areas and marine protected area networks for shallow and mesophotic coral ecosystems.

One to two projects are expected to be supported for up to 3 years in duration with a budget of approximately $500,000 for projects focused solely on Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands; or one project of up to 3 years in duration with a budget of approximately $750,000 for a U.S. Caribbean-wide project (excluding Navassa Island).

The full funding opportunity and information on how to apply can be found on grants.gov by clicking on this link <http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=0pFbTDfK0KLYhZ42FXHJJrmxh8HCsjd20yNLkCLpJzvwBnQ3Lh4x%211166104791?oppId=101173&mode=VIEW>
or by searching for CFDA #11.478.

For more information, please contact Kimberly Puglise, NOAA/CSCOR,
301-713-3338 x140 or kimberly.puglise@noaa.gov <mailto:kimberly.puglise@noaa.gov>.

Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute Student Travel Awards

Providing Information Exchange among Users of Marine Resources in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Region

More Information on the Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute can be found at www.gcfi.org.

GCFI Student Travel Awards/Beca de Viaje para Estudiantes/ Récompense de Voyage pour Étudiants

Students!  GCFI is pleased to offer again this year two $750 travel awards to attend the 64^rd GCFI conference in Puerto Morales, Mexico.  All full-time students planning to give an oral or poster presentation are eligible to apply for these awards.  Full details and application procedures can be found at http://www.gcfi.org/StudentAwards/StudentAwards.htm. Completed applications, with all supporting paperwork, should be sent to studentawards@gcfi.com, and must be received by the Student Awards Committee by July 31, 2011.  Students will be notified of acceptance/rejection by August 31, 2011.  Note that to be eligible for this award, an abstract must be submitted to the GCFI website by the August 15 deadline.  Students applying for a Travel Award are also eligible to compete for the Outstanding Achievement Awards.

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LSU PhD assistantships

Beginning Fall 2012, research assistantships are available for students interested in pursuing Ph.D. degrees in LSU’s multi-disciplinary Donald W. Clayton Graduate Program in Engineering Science. Financial support includes a tuition waiver (including non-resident waiver) and stipend for up to four years contingent on satisfactory academic and research performance. Students should have a strong analytical background and a desire to conduct hurricane-related research. At a minimum, students must possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, geography or related field.
Funding opportunities are available for students interested in pursuing hurricane-related research, including computational and statistical analysis of hurricane damage data, building damage visualization, remote sensing damage assessment, and hurricane damage modeling.
The Donald W. Clayton Graduate Program in Engineering Science allows students to pursue graduate study and research in interdisciplinary areas that cross two or more disciplines in different departments or in program areas not currently associated with existing departments. This interdisciplinary program spans the fields of engineering, science, business, and even law. The college accepts qualified students with bachelor's or master's degrees in engineering or a pure or applied science to work toward a Ph.D. in this interdisciplinary program.
Interested students are encouraged to email a letter of interest and resume to Dr. Carol Friedland (friedland@lsu.edu). Fellowship funding through the College of Engineering is also available for outstanding students on a competitive basis. Information about the Engineering Science program is available at http://www.eng.lsu.edu/academics/gradprogs/engrsci/overview.

Supervisory Information Technology Specialist USDA Forest Service

The Southern Research Station (SRS), headquartered in Asheville, NC, will be announcing a vacancy on USA Jobs for a Supervisory Information Technology Specialist 2210, GS-12. The team leader for Information Technology works directly for the Assistant Director for Science Delivery and is responsible for developing, managing, and facilitating the Internet-based delivery of forest research in the Southern United States.
The Southern Research Station employs more than 130 scientists who work at experimental forests, research laboratories, and on university campuses throughout the 13 southern states.
The specialist coordinates all web and database applications for the station’s science programs. The team leader works with the Science Delivery group, station leadership and scientists, internal communication and tech transfer specialists, and external partners to further the SRS mission, which is to communicate the science and technology needed to sustain and enhance southern forest ecosystems and the benefits they provide.
The incumbent supervises three employees, who are responsible for the SRS Internet/intranet applications, server maintenance and security, web presence,
The desired candidate has strong leadership and supervisory/managerial skills, has the ability to thrive in a team atmosphere as well as work independently, and is a self starter and visionary thinker.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:     Visioning skills for the Station's internet technology program     Support for innovative technologies in desktop publishing, web-enabling existing stand-alone
software applications     Selecting and enabling new technologies for delivery of forest research     Management, plan for migration, and fine tuning existing database driven systems used by the
station     Oversight of reporting systems, including the Current Research Information System (CRIS) and
Research Information Technology System (RITS)     Apply knowledge of technology needed to implement a variety of social media techniques     Coordinate with Science Delivery staff to utilize audio visual technology     Support field units in web-based and database applications     Working closely with the technology transfer personnel to support and complement their efforts
technologically
The team leader will continuously monitor, maintain, and administer freestanding or networked systems and provide technical consultation to database developers in developing and implementing Internet- enabled databases. Additionally, the team leader will select, implement, and maintain data protection mechanisms to provide secure transmission capabilities for e-Government, e-business, or e-commerce applications.
USDA Forest Service, Southern Research Station Asheville, North Carolina
June 15, 2011
The incumbent will analyze alternatives and recommend solutions relating to the complete life cycle for information systems and information systems components. The person will frequently review general business and functional requirements that support the need for systems and modifies systems and database configurations to correct problems that affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
The applicant needs knowledge of, and skill in applying, most of the following: IT concepts, principles, methods, and practices; the mission and programs of customer organizations; the organization's IT infrastructure; performance management/measurement methods, tools, and techniques; systems testing and evaluation principles, methods, and tools; IT security principles and methods; requirement analysis principles and methods; COTS products and components; Internet technologies to analyze the Internet potential of systems, networks, and data; and new and emerging information technologies and/or industry.
For more information about the position contact Jennifer Plyler, Assistant Station Director for Science Delivery, at (828) 257-4389. Should you like to learn more about the Southern Research Station, visit our website at http://www.srs.fs.usda.gov.

Watershed Councils Intern, Western Pacific Program, Wild Salmon Center

Watershed Councils Intern, Western Pacific Program, Wild Salmon Center

Portland, OR

Reports to: Western Pacific Program Manager

Position Summary

The person in this position will support the Western Pacific Program Manager with a variety of tasks related to the watershed councils work in the Russian Far East including: coordinating events and workshops; providing assistance  with research projects; and performing administrative duties. This is a volunteer position envisioned at 10-20 hours per week, for a minimum of 3 months.

Qualifications

·         High level of attention to detail; strong organizational and research skills

·         College degree preferred

·         Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel and Outlook) preferred

·         Russian language skills a plus

·         Strong interest in conservation issues and the mission of WSC.

Benefits

·         Gain knowledge of current conservation issues

·         Expand Russian language skills and intercultural awareness

·         Opportunity to engage in international exchanges.

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume and completed volunteer application form toinfo@wildsalmoncenter.org, and include "Watershed Councils Intern, Western Pacific Program" in the subject line.

Or, send a hard copy to:
Watershed Councils Intern, Western Pacific Program
Wild Salmon Center
Natural Capital Center
721 NW Ninth Avenue, Suite 300
Portland, Oregon 97209-3446

Sea Turtle Surveyor, Cape Romain NWR

Sea Turtle Surveyor, Cape Romain NWR

Charleston, SC

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge in Charleston County, South Carolina, USA is seeing a seasonal technician to conduct sea turtle protection surveys during the 2011 season. Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge is a barrier island refuge extending for 32 kilometers along the Atlantic Coast.  The Refuge consists of 14,676 hectares of beach and sand dunes, salt marshes, maritime forests, tidal creeks, fresh and brackish water impoundments, and 12,140 hectares of open water. Sea turtle nest protection and surveys are conducted on Cape, Lighthouse, and Bulls Islands. Cape Island is the highest density nesting area for the northern recovery unit of loggerhead sea turtles receiving on average 1000 nests annually. 

Responsibilities include nest and false crawl identification, probing to locate nests, relocating nests when necessary, and caging nests to protect from predators. Access to Cape, Lighthouse, and Bulls Islands is by boat only, so daily operation of boats is required. All Terrain Vehicles (ATVS) are used to survey the 9 km beach.

Applicants must be able to work alone in a remote area, in good physical health (able to walk for 5 – 6 miles, withstand long, hot, buggy, sometimes wet days), and be willing to work weekends and holidays.  Prior experience with sea turtle nest protection, boating in tidal environments and operating ATVs preferred.

The position will be filled immediately. The position lasts through September 2011.

Rate of payment is $13-$14/hour depending on experience.
Please contact Sarah Dawsey to apply: Sarah_dawsey@fws.gov

Grants Associate, Wild Salmon Center

Grants Associate, Wild Salmon Center

Portland, OR

Reports to: Director of Development & Communications

Position Summary

The focus of this position is to identify funding opportunities and work with program staff to prepare and submit grant proposals and reports, with an emphasis on fundraising for WSC's work in Russia.  This position will work closely with WSC's Grants Coordinator, with whom this position shares responsibility for working with program staff to identify, cultivate and secure grant funds from foundations, corporations, individuals and government, in collaboration with the Director of Development and Communications, CEO, Executive Vice President and partner organizations, as appropriate. The position will be a key member of the development team and contribute to WSC's overall development program.

To be successful, the person in this position will enjoy working simultaneously on multiple projects in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment, where the abilities to rise to a challenge, show initiative, exercise independent judgment, and maintain focus are essential. Also key to success are strengths in both "big picture" strategic thinking, as well as an exceptional level of attention to detail. This is a full time position.

Education

A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Responsibilities

·         In collaboration with program staff, develop and submit high quality grant proposals, budgets and reports (narrative and financial) for Wild Salmon Center’s programs while adhering to deadlines and making efficient use of program staff time. 

·         Identify and research prospective funders, working closely with program directors and managers to understand funding needs and recognize appropriate opportunities.

·         Research relevant environmental, social and economic issues and keep current with philanthropic and programmatic trends in order to help develop compelling proposals.

·         Maintain accurate and complete electronic files on the Wild Salmon Center server and Raiser’s Edge database, including proposals and reports, prospect information, and contacts with funders, ensuring information accuracy and integrity.

·         Develop custom database reports using Crystal Reports to facilitate donor prospecting and cultivation.

·         Assist in supporting Russian partner organizations to independently identify, solicit and secure funds for their programs and meet funding goals through prospect research, grant proposal writing, donor relations and grant management.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         Excellent Russian and English language communication skills required (written and verbal)

·         Successful grant proposal writing, grant management and/or program development experience and a strong understanding of the principles and practices of fundraising strongly preferred

·         Proven success in simultaneously carrying out multiple tasks and/or projects, while ensuring high performance standards, adherence to deadlines, and attention to detail

·         Effective team player with a demonstrated collaborative working style

·         Proactive, creative, strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

·         Willingness to be flexible as new tasks arise, with outstanding ability to organize and prioritize work in order to achieve results

·         Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software (particularly Word, Excel and Outlook), database management and analysis (experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred), and web-based tools for communication and research.

·         Enthusiasm for the mission of the Wild Salmon Center and an understanding of environmental issues.

Compensation

The compensation package includes a competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits package including retirement plan match, medical and dental plan, flexible spending account, life insurance and disability coverage.  The salary offered will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Wild Salmon Center is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to info@wildsalmoncenter.org, and include "Grants Associate" in the subject line.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.

Research Fish Biologist

RESEARCH FISH BIOLOGIST, U.S. Geological Survey
Alaska Science Center, Anchorage, Alaska

The U.S. Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center, is seeking applicants for a Research Fish Biologist position in its Marine & Freshwater Ecology Research Program. The incumbent will be primarily responsible for examining freshwater and anadromous fish and their habitats with an emphasis on describing important linkages between physical habitats and processes that structure and constrain productivity and expression of aquatic biological diversity in lotic and lentic habitats, with results to be published in peer-reviewed journals. The initial assignment may focus on fish productivity and growth in response to hydrologic connectivity in lake and stream habitats of the North Slope of Alaska.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in fish ecology, limnology, or a related field; specific expertise in freshwater and anadromous fish ecology with an emphasis on theory and application of spatial models, analysis of habitat and fish productivity relationships, or landscape-scale analysis of aquatic habitats. The position requires U.S. citizenship.

The Alaska Science Center is located on the campus of Alaska Pacific University, in Anchorage, Alaska. Anchorage is a modern city with a population of 277,000 people and all of the amenities usually associated with cities of that size, including restaurants, shopping and cultural offerings. Anchorage also has over 130 miles of paved summer bike trails, and over 200 kilometers of groomed winter ski trails, and year-around access to some of the most outstanding wilderness in North America.

The Alaska Science Center is an important component of the USGS, the organization responsible for providing the Nation with high-quality objective scientific information needed to manage natural resources and prevent losses due to natural hazards. The Alaska Science Center is a leader in providing integrated biologic, geologic, hydrologic, and geographic data, information and related research in arctic and subarctic regions.

This is a permanent position (subject to a one-year probation period for new federal employees) to be filled at the GS-12 level ($70,195 - $91,252/year, including a 10.5% Cost of Living Allowance), with promotion potential to the GS-15 level. We expect the position to be formally advertised in summer or fall of 2011. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to contact Christian Zimmerman, USGS Alaska Science Center, 907-786-7071, czimmerman@usgs.gov for information about the position and the application process.

USGS is an equal opportunity employer
Alaska Science Center − http://alaska.usgs.gov

Pacific Regional Director, Island Conservation

Pacific Regional Director, Island Conservation

Possible locations include: Australia, Fiji, Guam, New Zealand, and Western Samoa

About the Organization

Island Conservation (IC) is a US-based, nonprofit organization that works with governments and communities around the world to protect island species under acute threat of extinction. Its primary means for doing so is the removal of invasive vertebrates on islands. With its partners, IC designs and implements conservation projects, which ensure native species protection and demonstrate cutting-edge invasive species removal techniques. IC also supports on-the-ground research to optimize the success of invasive vertebrate removal. Since its founding in 1994, IC’s conservation efforts have saved 288 species from extinction.

Through a recent, systematic assessment, IC has assembled a list of the world¡¦s most biologically threatened islands. Guided by this list, IC will design and implement conservation programs in the United States, South America, the Caribbean, and the Tropical Pacific, while simultaneously coordinating a global campaign to rapidly scale up the rate and impact of its work. This campaign will be designed to create economies of scale through the centralized funding and coordination of conservation activities. It will address the biological and development needs of island nations and nations with islands, and seek support from multilateral organizations, the scientific community, conservation partners, and a diverse set of funders. Through its implementation, the campaign will ensure the conservation of at least 40 threatened species, while simultaneously improving the resilience and livelihood of island populations worldwide.

For additional information about Island Conservation’s work, please visit www.islandconservation.org.

Pacific Regional Director

IC seeks to fill a new regional director position to grow and manage a conservation program in the Pacific Islands. This biologically unique area comprises some 20,000 to 30,000 islands, which are home to hundreds of endemic species. Most of these islands are quite small and therefore can sustain very limited populations of these plants and animals, increasing their vulnerability to extinction due to climate change, habitat destruction, and the introduction of invasive species.

The Pacific Regional Director (PRD) will be responsible for developing and executing overall strategy throughout the region, the development of collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and for ensuring that high impact, multilateral grants and other change-making mechanisms are used to achieve planned outcomes and impact. The PRD will play a primary role in advancing a global campaign to prevent extinctions on islands. This campaign is designed to take advantage of the economies of scale provided by a combination of centralized funding and an integrated approach across nations. The PRD will draw upon the expertise and resources of the Convention on Biological Biodiversity, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, the United Nations Environment Programme, the United Nations Development Programme, and the Global Environment Facility in a unified effort to protect biodiversity. Over the next five years, the campaign would ensure the conservation of threatened species, while simultaneously improving the resilience and livelihood of island populations worldwide.

This role requires expert leadership, communication, and management skills, and the ability to develop meaningful relationships with the government agencies of the independent island nations, territories, and nations with islands, which make up the region, as well as regional partners, external partners, and a variety of funders. This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic and politically savvy leader with demonstrated successful fundraising experience and broad regional knowledge. The PRD will serve on IC’s senior management team and report to the Executive Director.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The PRD will perform the following and other duties as assigned:

Program Vision and Strategy

*Create and implement a focused, entrepreneurial, and sustainable regional program; define and create strategies for program vision and goals, ensuring consistency with the goals and strategy of the global campaign to prevent extinctions on islands.

*Formulate objectives and priorities, and implement plans consistent with the organization¡¦s long-term interests.

*Capitalize on opportunities and manage risks.

*Collaborate with senior program staff to manage delivery of outcomes as defined by the program vision.

*Assist in the development of business and work plans to support programmatic goals.

Program Growth/Revenue

*Align program vision with a fundraising strategy which cultivates and maintains both regional and global donor relationships.

*Identify and approach a variety of funding sources including: multi-lateral donors, foundations, private companies, individuals, and government agencies.

*Achieve revenue targets working with the Executive Director, the Director of Philanthropy, and the philanthropy team.

External Relations

*Build strategic partnerships with environmental NGOs, governmental agencies, and other institutions to achieve key programmatic goals.

*Create and nurture relationships with local advocates for the program.

*Engage partners in a growing global coalition to promote IC¡¦s approach to biodiversity conservation.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Staff Development

*Provide leadership, direction, and support for all staff.

*Promote an organizational culture and structure that fosters cooperation, communication, collaboration, teamwork, and trust.

*Create a forward-looking feedback system to ensure IC is always anticipating new challenges.

Program Operations

*Facilitate execution of program projects that support programmatic objectives.

*Collaborate with regional partners and IC headquarters.

*Oversee the development and execution of the budget, working closely with the Executive Director, Business Manager, and senior program staff.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

*7+ years of experience as a senior manager, minimum of 3 years experience in the Pacific Island Region

*Deep commitment to, and cultural knowledge of, the Pacific Island Region

*Demonstrated experience in securing multi-year funding from foundations, multi-lateral donors, private companies, individuals, or government agencies

*Exceptional analytical, strategic, and tactical ability, as measured through the execution of projects that meet and surpass expectations

*Recognition as an entrepreneurial leader with a demonstrated conservation ethic and a proven track record of success and accomplishment

*Experience working with numerous stakeholders including local resource users and managers with varied social and economic backgrounds, government agencies, private sector companies, partner NGOs, foundations, and individuals

*Experience in developing and maintaining strong relations at multiple levels within government agencies

*Proven managerial talent in the execution of business plans, including budgeting, staffing, and performance management

*Exceptional oral and written communication abilities, including public speaking and a facility for translating complex information for a broad range of audiences

*Fluency in written and spoken English required, knowledge of French or other local languages a plus

*Ability and flexibility to travel extensively, up to 50% nationally and internationally, including remote locations

*A deep commitment to Island Conservation¡¦s mission

*Superlative interpersonal skills, including a willingness to listen to internal and external constituents and learn from their best ideas

*Intellectual curiosity, approachability, and openness to input from all levels of participants

*High level of energy, and a personable, trustworthy, diplomatic, and respectful demeanor, as well as impeccable integrity

*Proven ability to act as a team player and leader to motivate and inspire staff and colleagues

*Entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of humor

Compensation and Benefits

Island Conservation offers a benefits package and competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. This position will be located within the Pacific Island Region. Locations currently under consideration are Australia, Fiji, Guam, New Zealand, and Western Samoa.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, interested candidates must use the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. CEA Recruiting is assisting Island Conservation with their search for a Pacific Regional Director. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled.

http://www.ceaconsulting.com/what/position_details.aspx?client=CEA&jobId=150

Island Conservation is an equal opportunity employer.

CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies. For more information, visit www.cearecruiting.com

Facilitator training, Reslience Index

The Gulf of Mexico Alliance invites you to a training of facilitators for the Resilience Index.  The Index is a simple self-assessment tool communities can use to examine their preparedness for tropical events.  Trained facilitators will lead community leaders through the Index and guide valuable discussions about preparedness and resilience.

When: July 27-28, 2011 (ending Thursday by 1 pm)

Where: Estuarine Habitats and Coastal Fisheries Center, Lafayette, Louisiana
           646 Cajun Dome Blvd Suite 127        

Who: Sea Grant agents, Extension agents, NERRs, NEPs, and other organizations

Why: In addition to providing key resources to the communities you serve, participation in the implantation of the Index may satisfy strategic planning tasks related to community resiliency in your organization

Registration: FREE

**Travel funds are available.  Please contact us if you require travel funding to participate.**

To register for this workshop, contact Jody Thompson (jody.thompson@auburn.edu) by Wednesday, July 13, 2011. 

For more information about the Index, visit www.masgc.org/ri

This workshop is made possible by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Gulf of Mexico Program, Gulf of Mexico Alliance, Gulf Sea Grant, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and Auburn University Marine Extension and Research Center.

Many thanks to Louisiana Sea Grant, Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium, Texas Sea Grant, Gulf Coast Services Center, National Estuarine Research Reserves Coastal Training Program, University of Florida College of Law, Florida Sea Grant, Louisiana Office of Coastal Protection and Restoration, and Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve.

 

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Jody A. Thompson
Auburn University Marine Extension & Research Center

4170 Commanders Drive
Mobile, AL 36615
251/438-5690
FAX 251/438-5670
jody.thompson@auburn.edu

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Federal jobs

M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship Marine Ecology/ Fisheries

M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship

Marine Ecology/ Fisheries

School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University

Responsibilities: We are seeking a highly self‐motivated graduate student to study the development of commer! cial blue crab bait. Responsibilities will include collection and maintenance of blue crabs, laboratory bioassays, field work, and interactions with commercial fishermen in Louisiana. Successful applicant can begin work Fall 2011 with official University degree start date Spring 2012.

Qualifications: BS in biology, marine science, fisheries, or related field with minimum GPA of 3.0 and GRE score of 1100. If selected, ap! plicant must apply through Louisiana State University.

Closing: July 15, 2011 (or until suitable candidate is found)

Contact: Send or email: CV or resume, contact information for three references, copies of transcripts and GRE scores to: Dr. Julie Anderson, 114 School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803; 

Contact Email Address: janderson@agcenter.lsu.edu

FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT AND CALL FOR PAPERS

FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT AND CALL FOR PAPERS
FOR THE 64th GULF AND CARIBBEAN FISHERIES INSTITUTE
OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMBER 5, 2011
YUCATAN PENINSULA, MEXICO

The 64th Annual meeting of the Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute will in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. We are in the process of final negotiations with a hotel and that information will be distributed and available online at the conference web page by the end of May.

TECHNICAL SESSIONS
Papers and posters are solicited in the following themes:
v Biology, Ecology, and Assessment of Reef Fishes
· Grouper resources biology and fisheries

· Reproductive biology of groupers and its application to management: Case studies/success

· Fish Spawning Aggregations

· Essential Fish Habitats

v Biology, Ecology, and Assessment of Invertebrate Marine Fisheries including the biology and fisheries of caracol Strombus gigas, lobster, and octopus

v Management and Socio-Economics of Marine Fisheries: Contributions on the following two topics are proposed. These are not exclusive of other subjects:

· Economic assessment of reef uses: small scale commercial, recreational fisheries, ecotourism and other services provided by the reefs ecosystems.

· Fisheries management plans: examples and perspective for the management of ecosystem in the Gulf and Caribbean area.

v Marine Protected Areas Science and Management

v Pelagic and Recreational Fisheries

v Marine Aquaculture

POSTER SESSION
The poster session/reception will be on Tuesday evening, November 1, 2011.
SPECIAL SESSIONS
Two special sessions are planned for the 64rd GCFI:
v Integrating Management of Wetlands, Mangroves and Coral Reef Ecosystems for Conservation – This Special session is sponsored by National commission of Protected Natural Areas of Mexico (Comisión Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas de México).The increasing pressures on coral reef ecosystems require the adoption of more holistic management approaches, such as ecosystem-based management. A basic premise is the link between fisheries productivity and extent and health of the habitats required by key species. Stressors such as coastal development, overfishing, climate change, and other anthropogenic factors and the lack of a coastal policy can potentially negatively impact key habitats. This session seeks contributions that explore management options for protecting/enhancing the extent and health of key habitats supporting fisheries and other ecosystem services.

v Invasive Lionfish Control and Management ― This Special session is sponsored by REEF and NOAA. The presentations are targeted to managers, NGO's, and fisheries officials throughout the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. The session will address relevant lionfish issues emphasizing a range of topics including: ecological and economic impacts of lionfish; lionfish control strategies and lionfish local and regional management. If you would like to participate in the workshop associated with this session, please contact the session co-hosts: Lad Akins or Dr. James Morris

ABSTRACTS
Abstracts for the 64th GCFI are due 15 August 15 2011. Abstracts will be accepted in English, French, and Spanish. ALL ABSTRACTS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED WITH ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH TITLES. (Note that this is a change from previous years – abstracts are only required in one of the three languages; titles must be in all three languages.) Abstracts must not exceed 250 words (275 for Spanish and French). Abstracts must be submitted using the secure Online abstract Submission Form found in the User Portal.

Acceptance to present within an oral session requires submission of a full and complete manuscript or extended abstract in the proper format (MS word and jpg or power point figures) prior to presentation at the meeting. Poster presentations do not require submission of a manuscript (although they are enthusiastically accepted). However, students wishing to compete for the student awards and who are presenting an oral OR poster presentation are required to submit a manuscript for publication in the GCFI Proceedings at the meeting. Manuscript preparation guidelines are available online.

The Book of Abstracts will be available online in page-flipping and pdf formats; no printed Book of Abstracts will be distributed at the conference.
STUDENT AWARDS
GCFI is offering two travel awards of $750 each to eligible students to help offset travel costs to the 64th GCFI in Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. The deadline for students applying for these awards is July 31 for abstracts and all supporting paperwork. Students will be notified of acceptance/rejection of their application by August 15. Complete instructions and eligibility requirements for the travel awards are on the GCFI Student Awards page. Students may apply for a travel award and for consideration for the Student Achievement Award in the same year. Students who received a Student Achievement Award at the 63rd GCFI are not eligible for a travel award to the 64th GCFI.

GCFI will offer two Student Achievement Awards which will cover all expenses to the subsequent conference. Students must meet the abstract deadline to be eligible for the Student Achievement Awards. Students wishing to be considered for these awards must indicate their interest at the time of abstract submittal on the abstract submittal form. Eligibility criteria are available on the Student Achievement Awards page. Note that a manuscript of the talk/poster must be submitted at the meeting to be eligible for this award. Students who applied for the award when submitting their abstract may withdraw from consideration of the award by the first day of the conference. Winners of these awards will be announced on Friday at the end of the conference. Please check the website (www.gcfi.org) for other Student Awards.

REGISTRATIONS
Registrations can be completed online via the User Portal. Early registration (until 15 September) for the meeting is US$150 ($75 for students); late registrations after 15 Sept are $200 US ($85 Student). Registrations at the door are $225. Check the GCFI website (www.gcfi.org) for registration rates for daily participation.

Everyone registering for greater than 1 day is automatically a member of GCFI and will receive a CD copy of the GCFI Proceedings from the meeting when published. Onsite registrations may be made with a credit card, check, money order, or US currency. Other arrangements may be made by contacting registrations@gcfi.org.

THE VENUE
Check the GCFI conference registration page for information on transportation, travel, hotel, GCFI student awards, and guidelines for submitting abstracts and manuscripts. As the meeting approaches, more information about the venue and program will be posted.

We look forward to seeing you in MEXICO in November for the 64th GCFI!

CCMI Research/Education Intern Position 2011

Little Cayman Research Centre, Cayman Islands

The Central Caribbean Marine Institute has an immediate opening for a Research and Education Summer Intern to assist with the long-term assessment and monitoring program and the education programme at the Little Cayman Research Centre. Fieldwork includes completing reef coral and fish surveys, lionfish density surveys and research on juvenile coral community structure and assisting the Scientist in Residence with fieldwork and outreach activities.

We seek a well-organized individual who is an excellent communicator preferably with an MSc in Marine Science and a dive master level certification. The intern should have experience in coral reef research protocols, basic underwater photography, and the ability to compile large databases. He/she will have a unique opportunity of gaining field and lab research experience and working with students.

The position is a physically demanding position. Summer interns are required to contribute to the day-to-day maintenance, administration, and upkeep duties at the research station for 8- 10 hrs per week. The Research and Education Intern will be responsible for maintaining the wet and dry labs.

Examples of such duties include assisting with breakfast preparations, clean-up at the research station, and administrative duties as needed by the CCMI Director of Operations.

Research Assistant Intern Responsibilities include:

Research
Assist with collecting, processing, and archiving data from the Long Term Monitoring Project.
Collect and process seawater samples, measure juvenile corals, photograph tagged juvenile corals, and conduct lionfish surveys.

· Complete a Final report of research completed, analyze data, compile databases from prior years research.

Assist the Director of Operations with maintenance of the Coral Reef Early Warning System pylon.

Research Administration:
Gather results, papers (pdf format), and posters from all of the research completed by resident scientists, visiting scientists, and students and ensure this is up to date on the CCMI website and file copies in the CCMI File Store.
Maintaining lab and field equipment by helping to keep the inventory up to date and materials clean/organized

Qualifications:

Intern should have prior relevant experience in coral reef biology research as well as excellent communications and writing skills. The intern should have data analysis skills and be capable of working independently on a small remote island. Dive Master Certification preferred. Hold an MS Degree in marine related science.

Term:
Beginning 15 June 2011; 6 days/week, full-time.

Compensation:

Room and Board at the Research Station (shared accommodations) and $250 per month stipend.

Interested candidates should submit a single pdf file with a letter of interest and a CV accompanied by copies of two references. Send applications via email to FAO: Dr Carrie Manfrino at ccmiapplications@reefresearch.org. CCMI Is an equal opportunity employer, appointments are made regardless of nationality.

Caribbean Field Station: Little Cayman Research Centre, North Coast Road, PO Box 37, Little Cayman, Cayman Islands, KY3- 2005. Manager: Rob Hedges, (345) 9948-1094, 321-8732.

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Fisheries Policy Specialist - EDF

Under the overall direction of the Gulf and Southeast Oceans Program Regional Director, and direct supervision of the Southeast Senior Conservation Manager, this position will be responsible for implementation of area specific tactics, associated with strategies on commercial catch shares and other related commercial programs, which will bring these strategies to fruition. The Fisheries Policy Specialist will work with other Oceans team members to ensure the Gulf and Southeast Region's goals and objectives are met. The Fisheries Policy Specialist's scope of work will include conducting complex scientific, economic, and social analysis of South Atlantic snapper grouper, golden crab, and other commercial fisheries; helping to develop effective messaging and communications on catch share benefits and other commercial programs; securing catch share support from varied audiences; and conducting politically sensitive interactions (meetings and other communications) with coastal communities, fisheries stakeholders, state and federal fishery managers, South Atlantic Fishery Management Council members and staff, and elected officials. This position will work closely with other marine user groups, members of the commercial fishing industry, other NGOs, and any other interested parties to carry out the program’s mission.

To Apply
This position will remain open until filled. Direct inquiries via email or telephone will not be accepted. Interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements:

http://www.ceaconsulting.com/what/position_details.aspx?client=CEA&jobId=143