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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Jobs in Dubai

EDUCATION / TRAINING

IELTS & Communicative English (All levels)
Category : Education/Training Location : Dubai
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PRESIDENCY Educational Institute Damascus Street, Al-Qusais
Contact: 04-2671221
Website: presidencydubai.com



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ENGINEERING / TECHNICAL

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

QA/QC ENGINEERS
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

CHEMICAL ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com


CIVIL ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

SURVEYORS (Roads, Bridges, Runways & infrastructure)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

SENIOR MATERIAL ENGINEER/LAB ENGINEER
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 15 years experience in Concrete and Asphalt mix design procedure.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

QC INSPECTORS (Civil & E/M)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 4 years experience
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

QA/QC ENGINEERS (Civil & E/M)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : Abu Dhabi
Minimum 6 years experience
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

CIVIL ENGINEERS (Civil)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 6 years in Runway, Taxiway / aprons
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

CIVIL ENGINEERS Infrastructure
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
(U/G Piping, Cabling, Manholes, etc ...) Minimum 6 years experience.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

CIVIL ENGINEERS (Culverts/Structure, Earthworks)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 6 years experience
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

PROJECT ENGINEER (Civil)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience in Runways, Taxiway / Aprons.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

AUTOCAD DRAFTSMAN (Civil & E/M)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

QUANTITY SURVEYOR (Civil & E/M)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Send CV to:
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

COST CONTROL ENGINEER (Civil)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEERS (Civil)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

PLANNING ENGINEERS (Civil)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om


OFFICE ENGINEERS Civil (Method Statement)
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience in preparation of Method Statements for Mega Projects.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

MULTINATIONAL COMPANY ENGAGED in sales business of construction equipment r
Category : Engineering/Technical Location : Dubai
MULTINATIONAL COMPANY ENGAGED in sales business of construction equipment requries Civil Engineer, preferably Iraqi Naitonal
for their sales operations in Iraq. Email 2k31011967@rediffmail.com
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MANAGERIAL & EXECUTIVES


BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Category : Managerial/Executives Location : Dubai
PREREQUISITE: Male/Female with minimum 7 10 years of experience with strong passion and knowledge of the luxury retail
industry in UAE/GCC/International markets with valid UAE driving license. Develop existing and new customers base for each
product category and clientele & shall be responsible for achievement of annual sales goals, marketing & promotional
activities. Provide and inspire outstanding service to our customers. Conduct regular management meetings to review
performance, operations, and employee relations issues, and to discuss strategy with management team. Excellent team player
with strong verbal & written communication skills. Able to travel extensively within UAE and abroad. Salary commensurate with
experience. Please forward detailed resume with your photograph to:
Email: Naseem@imgcs.ae


SURVEYING MANAGER
Category : Managerial/Executives Location : GCC
15 - 20 years experience in Runway, Roads and Infrastructure, capable to load Project Surveying team of 25 - 30 Surveyors.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om


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MEDICAL

NURSE,
Category : Medical Location : Abu dhabi
NURSE, FEMALE, WITH HAAD LICENSE, required for a medical clinic in Baniyas, Abu Dhabi. Email CV to indfac@yahoo.com


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MISCELLANEOUS

TECHNICIAN
Category : Miscellaneous Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to:
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

OPERATOR
Category : Miscellaneous Location : GCC
The applicant must have a minimum of 5 10 years work experience in Operation & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants.
Excellent command of the English language both written & oral and strong interpersonal skills are required. Applications
should be emailed to
Email: info@waagner-biro-qatar.com

LAB TECHNICIANS
Category : Miscellaneous Location : GCC
Minimum 4 years experience in Concrete and Asphalt mix design.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

REQUIRED ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE (2 Nos.) & Sales Executive (2 Nos.),
Category : Miscellaneous Location : Dubai
REQUIRED ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE (2 Nos.) & Sales Executive (2 Nos.), with UAE D/L, required for a packaging company in Dubai.
Attractive salary provided. Email CV to job@unipack.ae or Call 050-9861932

TRANSPORT INCHARGE AND ASSISTANT required. Good salary package and visa pro
Category : Miscellaneous Location : Dubai
TRANSPORT INCHARGE AND ASSISTANT required. Good salary package and visa provided. Indians, Pakistani & Filipino preferred
Call 050-2104706

FEMALE FITNESS INSTRCTOR,
Category : Miscellaneous Location : Dubai
FEMALE FITNESS INSTRCTOR, with minimum 1 years experince, requried for a perosnal trainign facility center. Attractive
package & employment visa will be provided. Call +9714- 4370545/ fax +9714-4370546.


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SALES / MARKETING


SALES EXECUTIVE
Category : Sales/Marketing Location : Dubai
PREREQUISITE: Candidates having worked for minimum 3 to 4 years in the garment industry are preferred. Should have knowledge
of drafting contracts, preparation of reports, basic accounting, etc. The candidate should be hard working and able to
achieve targets. Must be fluent in English and knowledge of Arabic is added advantage. Driving License is a must. Salary is
commensurate with experience. Please forward detailed resume with your photograph to:
Email: Naseem@imgcs.ae

EXPERIENCED SALES & MARKETING Manager/ Consultant for a hotel industry,
Category : Sales/Marketing Location : Dubai
EXPERIENCED SALES & MARKETING Manager/ Consultant for a hotel industry, bilingual in English & Hindi. Please email your CV to
nilgiris@singnet.com.sg

REQUIRED EXPERIENCED IN GARMENT Sales Outdoor,
Category : Sales/Marketing Location : Dubai
REQUIRED EXPERIENCED IN GARMENT Sales Outdoor, with UAE D/L, provided visa + accommodation & good salary. Call 050-6467856


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SKILLED LABOUR

ALUMINIUM FABRICATORS,
Category : Skilled Labour Location : Abu dhabi
ALUMINIUM FABRICATORS, WITH 3 years Exp. on doors, windows & facades, urgently required for a company in Abu Dhabi. Please
send CV by Fax to: 02-6788707/ Email unitrace@emirates.net.ae


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SUPERVISOR / FOREMAN

MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : Abu Dhabi
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor Degree or relevant education. Minimum 10 years experience in Oil & Gas fields with related
field. Email:
Email: carefor@eim.ae

INSTRUMENT SUPERVISOR
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : Abu Dhabi
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor Degree or relevant education. Minimum 10 years experience in Oil & Gas fields with related
field. Email:
Email: carefor@eim.ae


FIRE SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : Abu Dhabi
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor Degree or relevant education. Minimum 10 years experience in Oil & Gas fields with related
field. Email:
Email: carefor@eim.ae


FIRE DAY SUPERVISOR
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : Abu Dhabi
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor Degree or relevant education. Minimum 10 years experience in Oil & Gas fields with related
field. Email:
Email: carefor@eim.ae

ASPHALT LAYING SUPERVISORS
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : GCC
Minimum 10 years experience in the same field.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om

SUPERVISORS (Civil)
Category : Supervisor/Foreman Location : GCC
Shuttering, Rebar, Concrete, U/G Piping works & Trenching. Age not to exceed 52 years but not less than 25 years old.
Email: hr@ccc.com.om


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UN SKILLED LABOUR

B.S.T.W COMPANY REQUIRES Workers,
Category : Unskilled Labour Location : Dubai
B.S.T.W COMPANY REQUIRES Workers, all nationalities male and female for cleaning services, with good experience. Call Nadir
04-2657099/ 050-5066002.

Jobs in Saudi Arabia for May 27, 2009

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHER

Required to teach an English medium curriculum to children.

Interested candidates , please contact

Fax NO: 02-6926630 Jeddah, or
e mail to : c.v.job09@gmail.com

***** ***** *****

For a Hotel in Riyadh


RECEPTIONISTS
MARKETING EMPLOYEES

With expereicne in hospitality
CV to : alzafni2@gmail.com

***** ***** *****

A UAE based Hypermarket Chain urgently needs the following staff for their Saudi Arabian operations.

SITE ENGINEERS

Graduate/ Diploma in Civil Engineering th 3/5 years experience in similar position.

OFFICE SECRETARIES

Male Graduate with 5 years experience in secretarial work. Self correspondence & fluency in MS Office


ELECTRICIANS

Diploma/ITI with 3/5 years Gulf experience.

A/C MECHANICS

Diploma / lTl in Mechanical Engineering with 3/5 years Gulf experience in maintenance of Refrigeration, Chillers, Cold Stores etc Super markets / Hypermarkets experience preferred.

PASTRY CHEFS, CAKE MAKERS & DECORATORS:

Candidates with local or international work experience, must have Competency Certificate; Diploma in Baking-Pastry Management is an advantage.

BAKERS:

Candidate with local or international work experience, knowledgeable in principles procedures and techniques in baking, with Competency Certificate; Diploma in Baking is an advantage.

JUICE & COCKTAIL MIXER / BARISTA / BARTENDER :

Candidates with experience in well known coffee shops.

FILIPINO SWEET MAKERS :

Candidates with experience in the preparation of Filipino Sweets & Delicacies.

FISH MONGER:

Experience as Fish Monger in a Supermarket or local wet markets.

BUTCHER:

Candidates familiar in different meat cuts, slices and techniques. Experience in Monterey, Pure foods, San Miguel and other well known meat companies is an advantage.

Male candidates Ideally between 20-40 years of age will be considered for all posts, unless mentioned.

A recent expereicne of minimum 3 years is required for the above categories unless mentioned

Gulf or other international experience will be an added advantage.

Please apply to:

P.O. Box 4330 Riyadh 11491, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Fax: +966 1 4789331 RIYADH



***** ***** *****

Leading company in Retail & Wholesales Business in Saudi Arabia has the following vacancy in the Distribution Department.

Materials Engineer

Required conditions:


Sorting out materials from tender / consultant / contracting drawings.
Preparing and checking the B.O.Q. with technical specifications.
Costing and estimate the B.O.Q. items and request of quotations for price confirmation and availalbilty.
Preparing the technical submittal of the specified items.
Experience from 3-5 years in Purchasing Dept. with contracting company.
Good computer skills in AutoCAD, ExceL. etc.
Fluent in English & Arabic.
Engineering Degree.
Holding transferable Iqama.

All candidates should be send their resume to

Fax: 01-4881920 Attn. Personnel Supervisor
e-mail: mohammedel@saco-ksa.com

Intertidal Ecology Seasonal Research Assistant

Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans (PISCO).

Job ID# ONSH-SUMMER-2009

Job Description:
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to assist in rocky intertidal research on the Oregon Coast. The marine ecology research focuses include mussel and barnacle larval recruitment and settlement, community ecology, and species interactions projects. This position involves both lab and field work. The lab work will include counting samples at a stereo microscope. The field work activities will involve hiking to field sites, climbing on coastal cliffs with heavy equipment and working on rocky exposed shores. The individual must be willing to work early mornings or late nights, some weekends, and some overnight stays at field sites.

Desirable qualifications:
• Self-motivated, ability to work both in a team setting and also independently
• Able to work hard and fast in demanding situations
• Comfortable around waves and rocky intertidal areas
• Undergraduate course work in marine biology/ecology
• Familiarity with the rocky intertidal ecosystem and marine invertebrates of the Pacific Northwest
• Previous field work experience
• Excellent organizational and logistical skills
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Willing to work weekends and after hours

Program:-
PISCO is a large-scale marine research program that focuses on understanding the nearshore and intertidal ecosystems of the U.S. West Coast. An interdisciplinary collaboration of scientists from four universities, PISCO integrates long-term monitoring of ecological and oceanographic processes at dozens of coastal sites with experimental work in the lab and field. We explore how individual organisms, populations, and
ecological communities vary over space and time. PISCO's findings are applied to issues of ocean conservation and management, and are shared through public outreach and student training programs. For more information visit our website at:

http://piscoweb.org/

Salary: $11/hr (total of 1040 hours)
Dates: July 2009-December 2009
Location: Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon
Housing: We do not offer housing.
Transportation: Transportation is provided to and from field sites.

If you would like to apply for this position, please email with Job ID# ONSH-SUMMER-2009 as subject:
• a letter of intent explaining your interest in this work, your background, your dates available, and other pertinent information
• a CV or resume
• a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial copies accepted)
• email and phone contact information for at least two references
To: Jerod Sapp; PISCO lab manager; pisco@science.oregonstate.edu
For more information, contact Jerod by email or check out our website at www.piscoweb.org.

PhD opportunity, University Paris 6

Autonomous voltametric and potentiometric sensors: toward long-term monitoring of sulphur dynamics at redox-interfaces

Under the frame of the European Community Initial Training Network SENSENET, we are seeking a candidate for a PhD with a background in analytical chemistry/marine chemistry/ biogeochemistry, or sensor development in environmental science and technology.
The PhD will be hosted at the Oceanological Observatory of Banyuls-sur-Mer, a marine station from the University of Pierre et Marie Curie-Paris 6 (UPMC) (http://www.obs-banyuls.fr). Candidate should be preferentially EC-resident (excluding French) and should have stayed less than 9 months in France in the past 5 years.

The project aims to further develop in situ electrochemical methods for the monitoring of deep and shallow marine environments. Electrochemical techniques have proven to be particularly relevant for the monitoring of dynamic redox interfaces (e.g.: sulphidic sediments associated with hydrothermal vents, methane seeps or organic matter degradation), but they still need improvement for long-term use.

The work will be based on recently validated in situ autonomous sensors for reduced sulphur species. The objective is to improve current voltammetric and potentiometric methods and electrode design to optimize measurement temporal stability. Validation of the methods will be performed on field-test stations at variable depth. Implementation of the sensor in various sulphide-rich marine environments (mangrove swamp, shallow waters sediments in the Baltic and deep-sea hydrothermal environments) is also planned.

The three year grant is to be started from Sept. 1, 2009. The position will be open until a candidate is retained. Enquiries and applications can be made to Dr Nadine Le Bris (lebris@obs-banyuls.fr).

Internship CIEE Research Station Bonaire Tropical Marine Ecology

Job Title: Tropical Marine Ecology Internship Fall 2009
Organization: CIEE Research Station Bonaire
Location: Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles
Website: www.cieebonaire.org
Internship dates: 22 Aug – 19 Dec, 2009
Application deadline: 15 June 2009

Description: The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation Program in Bonaire is a study abroad program for undergraduate students. The Tropical Marine Ecology Intern at the CIEE Research Station Bonaire will assist in program delivery, academics, research, group dynamics, logistics, dive safety, student transportation, and site security. Duties include assisting with: preparations for classes and labs as instructed by faculty, SCUBA diving in support of 3 CIEE courses, long-term research data collection on coral reefs, undergraduate student education and research projects, and record keeping for the dive safety program. This is an intensive program of study lasting 15 weeks with students.

Minimum Qualifications: BA/BS in Biology with an emphasis in Marine Biology/Ecology or Biological Oceanography (MS preferred); current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN Oxygen Rescue, and Advanced Open Water; scientific diving experience (minimum of 50 dives logged) and a comprehensive dive physical required; drivers license; ability to work as a team member, a commitment to education and research in marine ecology and conservation; a willingness to work flexible hours and live on site at the research station with a group of up to 12 undergraduate students.

Compensation: A small stipend (commensurate with experience), round trip airfare, lodging (private room with bath) will be provided to the successful applicant.

To apply: Send cover letter, CV with 3 references, and one letter of recommendation from a major faculty member from your degree granting institution to rpeachey@ciee.org. For more information about the semester program go to www.cieebonaire.org.

MS and PhD positions in Limnology

We have had unexpectedly great funding success and have a few positions open immediately. We are working on eutrophication, biogeochemistry, plankton ecology, aquatic C cycling, nutrient budgeting, benthos ecology, and a several other fun projects.

If you are looking for a graduate opportunity in a great group in a wonderful department with a nationally ranked ecology program, send a statement of your interests, unofficial transcripts, unofficial GREs, and names and e-mails of four referees to John Downing (downing@iastate.edu).

Google us as “Iowa limnology” (even though we work in lots of places) and “John Downing ecology”. Hurry up.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Environmental Scientist III

Utah’s Division of Water Quality (DWQ) Seeks a Clean Lakes and Wetlands Program Coordinator

Salary: $27.63 - $29.17/hour ($57,470 - $60,674/annum)
To Apply: https://statejobs.utah.gov (job #19311)

We are seeking someone to oversee DWQ’s Clean Lakes and Wetlands Program. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual with an interest in both applied science and policy. The ideal candidate for this job will have an extensive background in lentic ecology, particularly with regard to ecosystem processes. Also, given the regulatory role of DWQ, candidates should have an extensive understanding of how human activities affect the support of biological and recreation uses, and the ability to interpret water quality indicators to determine the extent to which these uses are met. The person in this position will serve as the Division expert in limnology with specific job activities that include: conducting lake/reservoir assessments, development of monitoring designs, modeling lake processes to develop site-specific standards, development of numeric nutrient criteria for lakes/reservoirs, development of a wetland monitoring and assessment program, and planning efficient and effective remediation programs. Given the eclectic nature of job activities, this position inherently requires close collaboration with other scientists both within and outside of DWQ.

A few examples of broad, but interesting, questions we are trying to address:

Are current conditions in the Great Salt Lake human-caused or are they simply indicative of the fact that it is a hypersaline, terminal waterbody with unique biogeochemical processes?

How can we best refine aquatic life beneficial use classes and assessment methods in reservoirs to continue protection, but accounts for the use of these waters for water distribution?

What lake or reservoir physical and chemical characteristics are most likely to result in mercury fish tissue contamination? Can this knowledge be used to generate lake-specific remediation plans?

How can we most effectively assess the quality of Utah’s wetlands? How can we use a watershed-based framework to address key problems that we identify?


Job Characteristics

The person in this position serves as the Division’s technical expert in lentic ecology and uses their knowledge to inform management decisions made throughout numerous water quality programs. Specific job responsibilities are diverse and daily tasks will vary depending on DWQ priorities. Examples of specific tasks conducted in this job are identified by water quality program below:

Assessing the current condition and water quality trends of lakes/reservoirs (303d/305b)
Compiles monitoring data and analyzes the information to determine beneficial uses support; summaries assessment results biennially for the Integrated Report, develops and implements assessment methods; evaluates causes of impairment; develops and implements a program for assessing the condition of wetlands; conducts field evaluations of impaired waters; designs efficient and effective monitoring methods.

Water Quality Standards
Assists with the development of new or revised standards; conducts research to provide scientific rationale for changes to existing standards; develops new numeric standards for lakes and reservoirs; makes recommendations about appropriate beneficial uses for lakes, reservoirs and wetlands; writes grants as appropriate to fund research; creates models to better understand site-specific processes in lakes/reservoirs; practices effective project management for all research activities; promotes opportunities for collaborative research.

Nonpoint Source (319) Program
Prioritizes restoration opportunities at lakes, reservoirs, and wetlands to identify projects that are most likely to result in measurable environmental results; assists with the design of restoration activities; develops monitoring strategies to evaluate the efficacy of remediation activities.

TMDL Program
Helps identify and address data gaps in the information needed to create scientifically defensible TMDLs for lakes and reservoirs; assists with analyses to better understand within lake processing of pollutants; reviews TMDL reports on lakes and reservoirs.


Desired Knowledge and Skills
Job duties for the person in this position are diverse, while this means that the successful candidate is unlikely to get bored with the job, it also means that a breadth of knowledge and skills are useful in efficiently and effectively performing job functions. Similarly, this announcement contains only broad qualifications that are needed to perform job functions. Generally we are looking for a creative limnologist with a good understanding of how to quantify the extent to which humans have altered lentic ecosystems. A background in nutrient processes and eutrophication is particularly desirable. Solid analytical skills are needed, particularly with regard to interpreting water quality data. Strong written and oral communication skills are also desirable. Finally, it would be useful if candidates have demonstrated experience managing multiple projects to deliver key products in a timely manner.

About DWQ
Utah’s DWQ is a fun and dynamic work environment with a dedicated staff. While all employees primarily carry out their specific job requirements, there is also close collaboration among section staff. The overall environment is intellectually stimulating and provides ample opportunities for employee development. Due to the nature of our work, most DWQ scientists gain much satisfaction in seeing the direct application of our science to making real improvements in water quality throughout Utah.

About Utah
• Salt Lake City (SLC) has a lively nightlife, low crime rates, and a healthy young population.
• If you ski, SLC is located within ~35 miles from some of the best resorts on Earth, which have an average of 400” of annual snowfall.
• SLC is a short trip from the most scenic National Parks in the nation including Zion, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, Grand Teton and Yellowstone.
• About 70% of Utah is publicly owned lands with numerous outdoor recreation opportunities including world class: rafting, kayaking, fly fishing, skiing, snowboarding, cycling, and hiking.

Questions?
Jeff Ostermiller (801-538-6370, 801-258-1611 mobile) can answer questions about job duties or job requirements.

Friday, May 08, 2009

PhD Position in Applied Math at TU Braunschweig, Germany

The Institute for Analysis and Algebra at the TU Braunschweig offers a PhD position (salary according to TV-L EG 13). The position starts at September 1st, 2009 (earlier start is possible) and is limited to two years but extension is possible.

We offer:
Possibility for a PhD thesis under supervision of Prof. Lorenz in an active field of applied analysis (inverse problems, signal and image processing).

Requirements:
Degree in mathematics above average, interest in applied mathematics and high commitment for a successful PhD.

Advantages:
Very good knowledge in functional analysis and numerical mathematics. Practical experience in implementation of mathematical algorithms. Good knowledge of English and German.

The responsibilities also include work in teaching and research in the institute.

Equally qualified serverly challenged persons will be given preference. The TU Braunschweig especially encourages women to apply for the posisition. Please send your application (cover letter, CV, copies of certificates, letters of recommendation (if any)) to:

Instiute for Analysis and Algebra
TU Braunschweig
Pockelsstraße 14
D-38106 Braunschweig

Application deadline: 30.06.2009

Postdoc Fellowships in Fundamental Immunology, GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals, Belgium

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Biologicals, a worldwide leader in vaccine development, is committed to innovation especially in the field of adjuvant science and human immunology. In this context, GSK Biologicals intends to initiate post-doctoral fellowships (2 years) at its Research Department of Fundamental Immunology in Rixensart, Belgium.

The goal of this program is to investigate the mode of action of adjuvants, to design innovative approach to target antigen and to develop predictive in vitro human models that recapitulate the human response to adjuvanted vaccines. Biomarkers of vaccine efficacy and safety are also in the scope of the program.

Specifically, 3 areas of research are considered:

1. Immune and stress sensors involved in the induction of immune responses by adjuvants (Project Leader A. Didierlaurent)
The aim of this project is to better define the determinants of the innate pathways induced by immunostimulants that are crucial for their adjuvant properties. [Ref. GSK_Innate-Sensor_09]

2. Improving antigen formulation through antigen targeting to relevant immune cells including DCs (Project Leader A. Elouahabi)
Different vectorization strategies should be tested including conjugation of antigens to specific ligands and/or using antigen delivery vehicles such as functionalized nanoparticles and microparticles. [Ref. GSK_Ag-Del_09]

3. Development of in vitro human models predicting in vivo responses in humans (Project Leader R. Van Der Most)
This project aims to develop in vitro models that can recapitulate innate and adaptative responses to vaccines. [Ref. GSK_PredImmune_09]

Applicants should hold a PhD in immunology, biochemistry, biophysics (Project Ref GSK_Ag-Del_09) or any related field (e.g. innate immunity, vaccinology, adjuvant technology). Technical expertise with flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, signalling, and cell culture would be appreciated.

The program will be funded by GSK Biologicals in collaboration with the Government of Wallonia or by grants of the European Marie-Curie program. Post-doc fellowships could start as soon as September 2009.

Candidates are invited to send their CV, a cover letter explaining their motivation and the project reference by e-mail to maryline.bauthier[ at ]gskbio.com by May 30, 2009. Interviews and selection of candidates will be made by June 30 at the latest.

All questions regarding the eligibility and the administrative context of the fellowships can be sent to francoise.javaux[ at ]gskbio.com

PhD Scholarship in Electronic Engineering, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

The Electronic Instrumentation research group at Victoria University of Wellington was recently awarded funds for the development of new Nuclear Magnetic Resonance technologies. We are now looking for a suitable PhD student to assist with this work. The research grant provides a three year NZ $27,000 per annum tax free scholarship as well as tuition fees.

The Project
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance is a relatively new sensing technology that has yet to be applied to the everyday world. One of the barriers to adoption is the complexity of the method and the sophistication, size and cost of the supporting electronics. The aim of this project is to continue the development of compact high performance systems by taking advantage of new FPGA, sampling and signal processing technologies. More specifically we wish to design a high performance band-pass sampling digital NMR receiver where traditional RF techniques are replaced by new signal processing methods. The student will be required to research and design stable and low jitter frequency references for wide band analogue to digital conversion and to research, design, model and implement optimal digital receiver architectures for NMR applications. The work will be undertaken within the School of Engineering and Computer Science but with close collaboration with Professor Paul Callaghan’s NMR group in the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences and Magritek Ltd.

The Student
Applicants are invited from excellent and enthusiastic students wishing to undertake a PhD in this area. A good background in analogue and digital electronic hardware design, FPGA programming, embedded programming and digital signal processing is desired. Students should have a first class Honours or a Masters degree in electronics. Applications from both domestic and international students are invited.

Contact
Dr Robin Dykstra
robin.dykstra[ at ]vuw.ac.nz
http://ecs.victoria.ac.nz/Main/RobinDykstra

Closing date: 1 July 2009