Coastal Land Use Specialist

UHM Sea Grant College Program, Kaua'i Hawaii
Assistant or Associate Extension Agent (Coastal Land Use Specialist)

Inaugural Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Meeting

Inaugural Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Meeting scheduled for February 1-4, 2012
JEKYLL ISLAND, GEORGIA--The Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Network (SERSTN) today announced a historic and groundbreaking meeting of sea turtle scientists, conservationists and volunteer citizen scientists that will be held on Jekyll Island, Georgia, February 1-4, 2012. The southeast region’s two thousand mile coastline is a critical foraging and nesting ground for Kemp's Ridley, Loggerhead, Green, Leatherback, and Hawksbill sea turtles, all of which are either threatened or endangered. According to scientists’ estimates, sea turtles lay between 68,000 and 90,000 nests in the southeast region a year. Because only an estimated one sea turtle hatchling out of 1,000 to 10,000 lives to maturity, this region’s nesting grounds are vital to the species’ survival.
According to SERSTN president, Kim Sonderman, “The year 2010 proved to be a challenging year for our turtles. A massive cold-stunning event in Florida was very quickly followed by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The consequences from both of these events might be felt for years to come and spurred us even more to create a meeting where research scientists, students, conservationists, volunteers and sea turtle enthusiasts could disseminate research to colleagues and identify future research needs.”
This meeting provides an opportunity for the regional sea turtle community to come together to network and learn about the research and conservation activities that are taking place in their own backyard. Debbie Sobel, President of the Sea Turtle Conservation League of Singer Island, Palm Beach County, Florida, agrees wholeheartedly, “It is so important for volunteers to be kept abreast of all the new research data, so that we can educate the public while doing our nesting surveys on the beach every summer. Many volunteers have helped scientists collect samples or review nesting results for their scientific papers. It will be nice for the volunteers to hear the presentations that these scientists will be giving, and it will also be nice for volunteers to actually meet many of the turtle people they have heard of for so many years.”
The meeting will bring together researchers and volunteer citizen scientists from Texas, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. Those interested in attending are invited to visit SERSTN at http://iconferences.seaturtle.org/serstm/ as well as their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southeast-Regional-Sea-Turtle- Meeting/200005523366056.

Fish and Wildlife Administrator

The USFWS is advertising a GS480- 13/14 Fish and Wildlife Administrator postion in Anchorage, Alaska.  The position serves as program leader for the Region's Marine Mammals Management (MMM) Office, leading teams responsible for marine mammal management and conservation in Alaska, including co-management with Alaska Natives.  The leader provides direction and oversight to meet international, national and regional marine mammal goals and objectives, as well as managing and monitoring harvest of marine mammals. The program lead works with the the Service's Division of International Conservation and the US-Russia Marine Mammal Working Group lead in the National Marine Fisheries Service in the overall coordination of marine mammal studies, workshops and technical meetings, and other forms of information exchanges.  The leader works with a 20+ member staff and partners to implement regulations, policies and scientific programs for the polar bear, Pacific walrus, and northern sea otter.

For more information on the Marine Mammals Management Office, you may click on the following link: http://alaska.fws.gov/fisheries/mmm/

The position is located in Alaska's largest city (population 292,000) but is only 20 minutes from wilderness. City residents enjoy over 400 km of local trails, and over 100 km of groomed cross-country ski trails, many lit for night skiing. We have a small local downhill ski area right in Anchorage, while forty miles to the south is the world class Alyeska ski resort.  World class outdoor recreation opportunities are just a short drive away. The wilderness at our back door is the Chugach State Park. The Chugach National Forest is less than an hour away.  We boast 16 National Wildlife Refuges totaling 77 million acres, as well as magnificent National Parks and the nation's two largest National Forests.

Please distribute this announcement to all who may be interested. The application period is open until October 24, 2011 and the position is open to all federal employees and all U.S. citizens on separate job announcements on USAJobs .

Federal government employees may apply at Job Announcement Number R7-11-540547-JG :
 
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=102681891&JobTitle=Fish+and+Wildlife+Administrator&lid=317&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=25&sort=rv%2c-dtex&jbf522=0480&jbf785=13%2c14&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2011-09-23+12%3a20%3a00
 

All US Citizens may apply at Job Announcement Number: R7-11-540387-JG:

 
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=102681796&JobTitle=Fish+and+Wildlife+Administrator&lid=317&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=25&sort=rv%2c-dtex&jbf522=0480&jbf785=13%2c14&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2011-09-23+12%3a16%3a00
 

For more information on the duties of this position contact me at (907) 786-3523.


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Steve Klosiewski
Deputy Assistant Regional Director -
             Fisheries and Ecological Services
(907) 786-3523
email: Steve_Klosiewski@fws.gov
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Integrated Ocean Drilling Program Internship

IODP-USIO Diversity Internship
The Consortium for Ocean Leadership together with the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program - U.S. Implementing Organization (IODP-USIO) is accepting applications for the Diversity Internship, an initiative designed to expose university minority students to careers in scientific ocean drilling by providing them with a 10-12 week educational and career-building experience. Full details about the internship and application process are available here. The deadline to apply is 21 October 2011.
http://www.oceanleadership.org/education/diversity/iodp-usio-diversity-internship/

Internship

2012 MATE/UNOLS Six-Month Internship
This spring/summer (February/March – August 2012), the MATE center and the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) fleet will sponsor one marine technical internship onboard two research vessels: R/V Kilo Moana and R/V Endeavor (http://www.unols.org/info/vessels.htm). Interns will work with marine technicians on shore and at sea, learning how to operate and maintain a variety of scientific and navigational equipment in support of shipboard scientific research. For more information about marine technician careers, please visit http://www.oceancareers.com/2.0/career_description.php?career_id=62. The closing date for application is 24 October 2011. For more information please see:

http://www.marinetech.org/education/internships/applications.php

USEPA fellowships

EPA funding opportunity for graduate students in Environmental Studies
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Research (NCER), invites applications for the Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships for graduate environmental study for master's and doctoral level students. The deadline is November 8, 2011 at 4:00 PM ET for receipt of paper applications, and November 8, 2011 at 11:59:59 PM ET for submittal of electronic applications via Grants.gov. Subject to availability of funding and other applicable considerations, the Agency plans to award approximately 80 new fellowships by July 31, 2012. Master's level students may receive support for a maximum of two years. Doctoral students may be supported for a maximum of three years, usable over a period of five years. The fellowship program provides up to $42,000 per year of support per fellowship. For more information see http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=122693

Two UF extension job opportunities

Florida Sea Grant UF IFAS marine agent position open in Escambia County (Pensacola).  Position #00016183.   Deadline to complete application process is 10 October, 2011.

UF IFAS Natural Resource agent position open in Pinellas County, Tarpon Springs, Booker Environmental Center.  Position  #00014071.   Deadline to complete application process os 10 October, 2011,

For more information about position and application process, go to:

 http://www.IFAS.ufl.edu Click on jobs and find position.

Defense Coastal/Estuarine Research Program

SERDP Special Solicitation
Proposals Due January 5, 2012
On September 20, 2011, the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) released a new solicitation for the Defense Coastal/Estuarine Research Program (DCERP).              
SERDP requests proposals to perform fundamental ecological research on estuarine, coastal, and associated terrestrial ecosystems that are necessary to sustain military readiness.  The desired outcome of the requested research is to: (1) understand the effects of military activities and infrastructure on these ecosystems and (2) support their sustainable and adaptive management.  

The DCERP is an existing SERDP program that involves the execution of ecological research within the context of military land and other resource use.  DCERP has been executed since late 2006 at Marine Corp Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.  This call for research proposals is intended to fund a new DCERP effort for a period of five years and also provide new thematic directions to guide the research effort.

Researchers from Federal organizations, universities, and the private sector can apply for SERDP funding.  For complete details about this opportunity, visit www.serdp-estcp.org/Funding-Opportunities/SERDP-Solicitations/Resource-Conservation-Special-Solicitation.

UPCOMING:  SERDP and ESTCP Funding Opportunities for FY 2013
SERDP and the Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) will soon announce their annual solicitations for FY 2013 funding.  Visit our web site (www.serdp-estcp.org) in late October for the SERDP solicitation and in early January for the ESTCP announcement.

Field assistants, West Maui Mountains Watershed Partnership

Aloha friends and colleagues! The West Maui Mountains Watershed Partnership is in need of 2 Field Assistants to start ASAP! We are losing 2 of our newer employees because they are going back to school and we still have a large workload ahead of us. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please tell them to email us at mclane@westmauiwatershed.org or they can call us at 808-661-6600 for more information about the positions.

They would be full time, with benefits. Essentially they would be an integral part of our field crew, performing ungulate control, fence maintenance, weed and rare plant surveys, aerial helicopter surveys and will regularly be camping in backcountry areas with our field staff.

Our weekly work schedule is Mon - Thurs 7am - 5:30 pm. The position is not advertised anywhere officially at this time, so if people are interested they need to contact us directly. It will be advertised on the RCUH website at some point soon. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Southern Division American Fisheries Society Spring Meeting

FIRST CALL FOR CONTRIBUTED PAPERS
2012 SOUTHERN DIVISION AMERICAN FISHERIES SOCIETY SPRING MEETING
January 26-29, 2012
IP Casino, Resort & Spa – http://www.ipbiloxi.com/
Biloxi, Mississippi

Co-hosted by the Mississippi Chapter of the American Fisheries Society
This is the first call for oral and poster presentations for the 20th annual Spring Meeting of the Southern Division of AFS. This meeting promises to once again be an intriguing forum directed towards the exchange of novel ideas, presentation of current research, participation in cutting edge technology workshops, and the discussion of Division business and professional interests. 
The Spring Meeting will be held at the IP Casino, Resort & Spa in beautiful Biloxi, Mississippi on the northern shore of the Gulf of Mexico.   Details regarding accommodations, reservations procedures, meeting registration, and abstract submission are available at:
http://www.sdafs.org/meetings/2012/default.htm
The schedule for the upcoming 2012 SDAFS Spring Meeting is as follows:
Thursday, January 26th -Technical Committee meetings
Friday, January 27th - EXCOM Meeting, Continuing Education Workshops, Poster Presentations, Student Best Paper Presentations
Saturday all day and Sunday morning, January 28th-29th - Technical Sessions, Symposia, and Poster Presentations.
Beginning Monday, September 19, 2011, individuals desiring to present research and management results and/or progress of ongoing work can submit abstracts online at the Southern Division website, listed above, via the "Submit Abstract" link.  The person completing the on-line abstract submission form should be the intended presenter.  Please note that submission of an abstract is a separate process from registering for attendance to the conference.  Due date for abstract submissions will be at 5:00 pm CST on Monday, December 5, 2011. 
Abstract submissions should include presenter’s personal information, the paper's title, author(s) names (presenter’s name underlined), and superscript numbered references to each author’s address.  The body of the abstract should be 300 words or less and should include the study objectives, principal results, and conclusions.  Students intending to compete for Best Paper or Poster Presentation Awards should complete the appropriate section on the website’s abstract registration page.  The general abstract format is given below.  More detailed abstract submission details, helpful hints, and an example of a properly formatted SDAFS abstract is available on the website.
Because of possible time limitations, contributed oral and symposia presentations are currently scheduled for 15 minutes – 12 minutes for the presentation followed by a 3 minute question/answer period.  Moderators will strictly enforce the time limit. Depending on the number of oral presentation submissions, presentation times may be extended to 20 minutes (i.e.,15 minute talk, 5 minute questions).  The Program Chair will notify presenters well in advance if presentation times are extended.  Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are required for oral presentations. 
Poster presentations will be encouraged due to the number of attendees at the meeting.  Posters should be no larger than 122 X 122 cm (48” X 48”), in landscape or square format only.  Posters will be exhibited throughout the meeting duration, and poster authors will be available at specific, scheduled times to talk about their work and answer questions.

Abstract Format (MS Word .doc or .docx is required):
Presenter:  Kevin M. Hunt, kmhunt@cfr.msstate.edu, (662)325-0870
Title:  Habitat impairment scores for Southeastern U.S. Reservoirs

Author(s): Hunt, K.M 1, J. W. Schlechte 2, and L.E. Miranda 3

1 Affiliation and address
2 Affiliation and address
3 Affiliation and address
Abstract:  The abstract text should be no more than 300 words.  Note that the words “Presenter”, “Title”, “Author(s)”, and “Abstract” above SHOULD NOT appear in your Microsoft Word document, they are listed above for instructional purposes only.  Any questions regarding oral and poster presentations and abstract submission should be sent to:  Kevin Hunt, Program Committee Chair (kmhunt@cfr.msstate.edu).  We look forward to your submission and seeing you in Biloxi!

Dr. Kevin M. Hunt

Associate Professor & Director

Human Dimensions & Conservation Law Enforcement Laboratory

Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture

Box 9690

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762

Phone: (662) 325-0870

Fax: (662) 325-8726

Marine Resources Population Dynamics Workshop

Ninth Annual

Marine Resources Population Dynamics Workshop 

March 4-10, 2012, at the Mote Tropical Research Lab on Summerland Key, Florida. 

Presented by the National Marine Fisheries Service and the University of Florida.

All expenses will be paid for the students selected to participate.  

The workshop is intended for students with strong quantitative backgrounds and interests, and a basic understanding of ecology, who wish to explore the potential for a career in the management of marine resources.  Coursework, fieldwork, and social activities are designed to be both educational and fun.  Instructors include University of Florida faculty and National Marine Fisheries Service scientists. 

Applications are now being accepted for the competitive application process.

For application materials or more information, go to: http://fishweb.ifas.ufl.edu/rtr/index.shtml

You may also email UF-NMFS@ifas.ufl.edu or call 352 273-3624.

All 121 previous workshop participants agreed that they would recommend this workshop to others.  Of those, 71% agreed that they had developed a clearer sense of what they would like to do for a career because of the workshop.

Application deadline: November 21, 2011.

Jim Berkson, Ph.D.

Leader, NMFS RTR Program

Coastal Society's 23rd International Conference

Our Coasts, Our Heritage: Ecosystem Services for the Common Good The Coastal Society's 23rd International Conference  June 3 - June 6, 2012  Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida Abstracts Due October 24, 2011 The Coastal Society invites submissions for presentations, panels and posters that: •       Provide information, knowledge, actions and activities relevant to solving contemporary coastal problems; •       Integrate science, management, policy and decision-making; and •       Present questions, ideas or case studies that encourage dialogue and the sharing of solutions. Preference will be given to presentations, panels and posters that complement the conference's theme of the importance of ecosystem needs and services in comprehensive ocean and coastal management and fit within one of the five conference tracks.  Ideally, presentations and posters should provide case studies or offer innovative solutions in order to spark interactive discussion among conference attendees during the sessions. Submission Guidelines Submissions may take the form of an individual presentation or poster or three-person to four-person Panel Session.  Submissions should provide case studies or offer solutions to issues that will encourage interactive discussion among the conference attendees. Proposals for Panel Sessions are encouraged to incorporate presentations from different disciplines and regions and to offer a diverse set of solutions and opportunity for richer dialogue. TCS 23 has limited space to host full-day and half-day workshops.  Submissions for workshops are invited and should be relevant to one of the five conference tracks. For further guidance on abstract submission and to read the full Call for Abstracts, please visit http://www.thecoastalsociety.org/conference/tcs23/abstract.html. Abstract submission is online only. Abstracts are due by October 24, 2011. Abstract acceptance will be provided by December 18, 2011. For more information about the 23rd Conference of The Coastal Society, please visit http://www.thecoastalsociety.org/conference/tcs23/index.html or e-mail us at coastalsoc@aol.com. To complement the TCS 23 theme of Our Coasts, Our Heritage: Ecosystem Services for the Common Good, TCS invites submissions for the following tracks: 1.  Defining and Measuring Ecosystem Services in the Context of Ecosystem Based Management What are ecosystem services and how do we define and measure them?  This track will provide an overview for the measurement of ecosystem services, particularly in the context of ecosystem based management (EBM).  EBM is a management approach which integrates ecological, social and economic goals, recognizing the role of humans as an important part of the ecosystem.  One of the fundamental challenges to developing EBM approaches is moving beyond conceptualizing the connections among ecosystem structure, function and services to operationalizing (defining and measuring) these linkages as well as their relative relationships within the ecosystem.  New and innovative approaches to tackling EBM challenges have been developed through the design and use of models.  This session will explore how ecosystems and their services are being considered within EBM approaches as well as discussing modeling efforts designed to assess and evaluate ecosystem performance for use in management.  Abstracts may focus on:      Interactive sessions on defining ecosystems services; How government officials, policy professionals, academics/researchers, businesses, and non-profits can accurately measure and define ecosystem services; How professionals can illuminate linkages within and between ecosystems for effective coastal management; and What tools are available for professionals to utilize models and data for effective EBM? 2.  Planning for Emerging Coastal Issues and Threats Sea level rise, climate change, invasive species and algal blooms exemplify an increasing number of pressures on our coastal ecosystem.  This track will examine our current level of knowledge about emerging coastal issues that threaten our ecosystem services, and consider strategies for anticipating and responding to these threats.  Abstracts may focus on: Coastal hazards: storm prediction capability, changes in storm frequency and intensity and pre- and post-storm planning; Sea level rise: trends, property and infrastructure impacts, habitat loss and barrier island and inlet changes; Physical and chemical changes to the ocean: carbon sequestration, ocean acidification and ocean warming trends and impacts; Estuarine and marine ecosystem biodiversity: species distribution and estuarine, wetland and ocean habitat changes; Water resource and quality issues; and Response strategies: information needs, science and risk communication, mitigation and adaptation planning, and local-scale decision support tools. 3.  Valuing Coastal Goods and Services How do coastal/marine ecosystem goods and services influence the well being of society?  This track will explore ways in which social sciences define and measure the connections between ecosystem goods & services and human well being.  Topics in this track may include studies investigating ways coastal residents and visitors value the direct or indirect use of a resource, the option for future use of a resource, the desire to bequeath resources to future generations, the existence of a resource, as well as human dimensions of ecosystem services valuation and alternative value constructs.  Abstracts may focus on: Working waterways and waterfronts; Ports, harbors and coastal industries; Community development; New approaches for tourism and recreation; Energy production; and Sustainable economic development strategies. 4.  A Social Approach to Examining our Coasts  Our coasts serve as our homes, our places of business, our playgrounds, and as areas of natural beauty.  Coastal communities are diverse places, and our coastal heritage must be shared by and managed for all. With finite financial resources, it is important that we manage for those things we care for most.  The concept of social, or non-economic value is multifaceted and complicated.  An interdisciplinary team consisting of scientists, planners, community organizers and advocates, policy-makers, non-profit managers, academics, managers of the travel and tourism industry, and coastal developers must lead this charge.  The members of this team must also reflect and act on behalf of all who share a common interest in the ecosystem services provided by our coasts, including native and environmental justice communities.  This track will challenge participants to examine how the forces of human values, beliefs, and attitudes shape coastal decision making and how such information can serve to explore and advance solutions to larger environmental coastal issues.  Abstracts may focus on: Exploring the link between society and the environment - diverse perceptions, values, and attitudes; Managing diverse coastal communities; Balancing societal values of ecosystem services; Examining our coastal heritage as an ecosystem service; Encouraging social and environmental justice and ecosystem services; Ecosystem values and a just sustainable future; and Effectively creating and implementing an interdisciplinary approach – who is on your team? 5.  Ecosystem Services in the Real World – Policy and Management Trends Identifying and measuring ecosystem services and communicating the importance of the functions provided by coastal and marine systems to various stakeholders presents a genuine challenge.  However, ensuring those services are addressed by existing policy and management frameworks, which are often fragmented and stove-piped, present an even higher burden.  How are policy frameworks and management practices evolving to address protection, restoration and/or management of coastal and marine resources based on the functions they provide as a system?  How can we get from the buzz word to real world implementation? This track will explore policy and management trends for the roles of (1) coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP), (2) restoration, and (3) coastal resilience work, within the provision of ecosystem services context.  Abstracts may focus on: How have federal, state and/or local agencies adjusted mandates to respond to diverse ecosystem services? Do we have the federal, state and/or local enabling policies to direct management at the ecosystem services level? What barriers still exist? How are coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP) processes allocating ocean space and assessing tradeoffs within an ecosystem services context? Are restoration projects assisting resource managers in meeting ecosystem services targets for benefits like water filtration and habitat, among others? How has the coastal resilience community considered ecosystem service values in work related to shoreline stabilization, flood control, etc.? Please note that all speakers will be required to pay the registration fee and associated travel expenses to the conference.

National Wildlife Refuge System

The following position is being announced via delegated examining :

R4-11-533488-SC, Interdisciplinary, GS-12/13 (Series 401, 408, 485, 486)

National Wildlife Refuge System, Division of Planning and Resource Management

Location will be determined at point of selection in any of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi or Tennessee

Open Period: September 9, 2011 to September 26, 2011

The announcement is available for viewing at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/.
or
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?caller=ftva.aspx&OPMC...

Aquatic Ecologist

R4-529956-MC, Aquatic Ecologist, GS-0408-9/11

Location: Duty location in GA to be determined.

The announcement is available for viewing at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov

Melvin Z. Cooper
Human Resources Specialist
Human Resources Management Division
Department of Interior - USFWS - Southeast Region (4)
404-679-4027
404-679-4199 - FAX

Aquatic conservation biologist

The Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute (TNACI), the research and conservation arm of the Tennessee Aquarium, seeks an aquatic conservation biologist with a passion for outreach and public engagement.  The position will be responsible for conducting both field programs and laboratory research to meet the conservation needs of the region and promote the goals of TNACI to conserve and restore native aquatic animals and their habitats in the Southeast.  The biologist will also serve as the program leader for TNACI's initiative in conservation planning and mapping of southeastern aquatic fauna.  Candidates should have strong GIS skills and field experience in southeastern freshwater systems.  Knowledge of southeastern ichthyofauna required and familiarity with at least one other aquatic taxonomic group preferred.  Experience with husbandry and captive propagation of animals is helpful.

A doctoral degree in ichthyology, ecology, or the equivalent is required. The candidate will be expected to develop independent and collaborative research programs that help to meet the conservation needs of the region.  The applicant's experience should demonstrate exceptional writing and communication skills, the ability to work across disciplinary lines, and attract external funding. Successful applicants will serve as a mentor to high school, undergraduate, and graduate student interns at TNACI.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, names of three references, statement of research interests, and outreach philosophy.  Review of applications will begin October 21.  For questions, contact:

Anna George, Director
Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute
201 Chestnut St.
Chattanooga, TN 37402
alg@tnaqua.org


TNACI seeks to conserve native aquatic animals and their habitats through scientific research, ecosystem restoration, education programs, and public outreach.

http://www.tnaci.org/

Director of Research & Collections

The North Carolina State Museum of Natural Sciences (http://www.naturalsciences.org/) seeks a Director of Research & Collections to lead a department of 17 permanent staff, housing more than 3 million specimens in Geology, Paleontology, Invertebrates, Fishes, Amphibians & Reptiles, Birds, and Mammals. The successful candidate will have a strong background in collection-based research; be knowledgeable in museum science, curation, and policy; have considerable management experience; and provide a vision for collection-based research at the museum, including integration with the museum’s new interactive science education wing, the Nature Research Center.  A Ph.D. in biology, environmental science, or related field is preferred. More details and application instructions available at http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4328-60034979&p.

Applicants must submit a NC State Application for Employment form PD-107 completed in full; additional supporting materials such as cover letter, CV, and copies of publications are recommended.

Louisiana DEQ positions

LA Dept of Environmental Quality has posted several full-time positions as well as a paid internship.

Those that may be of interest to your students are:

Environmental Scientist

Student Internship

Students may view on our software, Cowboy Job Link.

LA Dept of Env Quality will be PRESENT at our fall career fair, Monday, Sept. 26 from 10-3 in Parra Ballroom.

(Table #15) 

Our Fall career fair guides will be available for pick-up this Wednesday, Sept. 14!

NOAA Community-Based Marine Debris Removal Grant

Projects awarded through this grant competition have strong on-the-ground habitat components involving the removal of marine debris and derelict fishing gear, as well as activities that provide social benefits for people and their communities in addition to long-term ecological habitat improvements for NOAA trust resources. Through this solicitation NOAA identifies marine debris removal projects, strengthens the development and implementation of habitat restoration through community-based marine debris removal, and fosters awareness of the effects of marine debris to further the conservation of living marine resource habitats. Successful proposals through this solicitation will be funded through a cooperative agreement. Funding of up to $2,000,000 is expected to be available for Community-based Marine Debris Removal Project Grants in FY2012. Typical awards will range from $15,000 to $150,000. Funding Opportunity Number: NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2012-2003095     Closing Date for Applications: November 01, 2011  For more information on this grant visit the NOAA Restoration Center's Marine Debris web page or the Grants.gov site (FFO# NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2012-2003095).
Neal Parry NOAA Marine Debris Gulf of Mexico Regional Coordinator 206.526.6949 (office) 240.688.1369 (mobile) neal.parry@noaa.gov

National Estuarine Research Reserves: Graduate Research Fellowship

It is the time of year to get the word out about the Graduate Research Fellowship competition to students.  In the 2012 competition, we anticipate 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) and gain hands-on experience today for a better coast tomorrow.  The result is high-quality research focused on improving coastal management issues and enhancing our understanding of estuarine ecosystems.

The program website is found here: http://www.nerrs.noaa.gov/Fellowship.aspx.  Interested students should contact the Research Coordinators at the National Estuarine Research Reserves where they propose to study - contact information for On-Site Reserve Staff is contained in the funding announcement.  Proposals may be submitted for up to three years of funding and may focus on a single reserve or multiple reserves.   The program's federal funding opportunity number is NOAA-NOS-OCRM-2012-2003083  and the deadline for applications is November 1, 2011.