Overseas Jobs

Graduate Student Assistantship: Wetland Biogeochemistry

2009-11-19T17:25:00.001-08:00

Position: Graduate Research Assistant
Aquatic and Wetlands Biogeochemistry
Beginning spring, summer or fall 2010

Location: Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Description: A graduate research assistantship is available for a M.S. or Ph.D. in the area of wetlands, aquatic and soil chemistry. Potential research topics include the chemical processes governing the fate and transport of nutrients, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus, in marine and freshwater environments and their relationship with soil, sediments and air; understanding nutrient biogeochemical mechanisms in soils; wetland processes in relation to coastal restoration; pharmaceutically active compounds in wetlands and treatment systems.

Qualifications: B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Soil Science, Geology or related discipline. Demonstrated excellence in course work, good written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work as a team member is required.

Stipend and Fees: Minimum annual stipend is $18,000. Graduate Research Assistants tuition is fully covered and students only pay university fees that range from $1,500 to $2,000 annually.

How to apply: Complete a pre-application, which can be obtained from: http://ocean.lsu.edu/. Remaining application information can also be found on the website.

Lab Information: http://www.ocean.lsu.edu/whitelab/index.html

Contact: Dr. John White
Louisiana State University
Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences
Energy Coast and Environment Building Room 3239
(225) 578-8792
jrwhite@lsu.edu

Ross Sea phytoplankton physiology and iron biogeochemistry

2009-11-19T17:24:00.001-08:00

Research assistantships with full stipends ($26-33K) and tuition waivers are available for students interested in pursuing a M.S. or Ph.D. degree in phytoplankton physiology, molecular ecology, and/or trace metal – microbe interactions. Students will join an active group working on several NSF-funded initiatives focusing on the metal physiology and biogeochemistry of marine phytoplankton and heterotrophic bacteria. We have been recently funded to investigate Fe cycling and phytoplankton molecular ecology off the coast of Antarctica. This four-year multi-institutional project (Rutgers-Newark & New Brunswick, Princeton, Woods Hole, and U Hawai’i) is focused on understanding the links between Fe and phytoplankton in the Ross Sea, Antarctica.

Lab work will be conducted at the Rutgers University campuses in Newark (Earth and Environmental Sciences) and New Brunswick (Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences). The successful candidate is also expected to participate in a 4-week field research expedition to the Ross Sea aboard the R/V Palmer in January – February 2011.

Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. The candidate will likely matriculate in Fall 2010, but either Spring 2010 matriculation or casual hourly employment prior to matriculation are possible.

Research Apprenticeship, Marine Sedimentary Processes

2009-11-19T17:23:00.001-08:00

Marine Sedimentary Processes:
Elwha River Dam Removal Impacts

Research Apprenticeship at Friday Harbor Laboratories (FHL)
Spring Quarter, March 29 - June 4, 2010
Oceanography 492 (15 credits)

Dr. Andrea Ogston and Dr. Charles Nittrouer
ogston@ocean.washington.edu nittroue@ocean.washington.edu
University of Washington - School of Oceanography

Dam removal projects are becoming an increasingly popular way to restore the habitats of depleted fisheries and river ecosystems. Rivers are the major source of sediment to the ocean, and dams act to block this sediment from reaching the nearshore, potentially causing beach erosion and loss of marine habitat. But we do not understand the full range of effects our “restoration” will have. For example, what will happen when the impounded sediment is free to flow downstream into the ocean? Will the sediment behave as a benefit by nourishing local beaches or a hindrance through the burial of critical habitats?

This research apprenticeship focuses on designing and performing baseline studies prior to dam removal on the Elwha River. Students will evaluate the impacts of the existing dams on the nearshore environment, as well as the impacts of dam removal.

Apprentices will:

. participate in an oceanographic research cruise to the Elwha River mouth and collect data for their research project.

. have the opportunity to design and conduct laboratory experiments.

. take weekly field trips to a range of environments from the source region of the Elwha River (Olympic Mountains) to coastal sedimentary environments (e.g., local tidal flats and the Skagit River delta).

Students will gain an understanding of the range of sedimentary processes that occur near river mouths throughout the Pacific NW. This knowledge allows scientists to predict hazardous material transport, shoreline erosion and accretion, and changes in seabed habitats due to dam installation and removal. The apprentices will gain knowledge and skills that will prepare them for graduate programs or to become the scientists and managers in charge of decision-making in future projects.

How to Apply: http://depts.washington.edu/fhl/
fhladmin@u.washington.edu (206) 616-0753

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS, AQUATIC BIOGEOCHEMISTRY

2009-11-19T17:22:00.000-08:00

Research and teaching assistantships are available starting in Fall 2010 for graduate study in aquatic biogeochemistry at the Aquatic Ecology Laboratory of Ohio State University. Support includes full stipend and tuition for up to 5 years for Ph.D. students and 3 years for M.S. students. We seek motivated, creative students to take part in new research initiatives in carbon, organic matter and nutrient cycling, lower (microbial and planktonic) food webs, and interactions between terrestrial, lake, river and coastal ocean systems. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations are available both within and across departments and other research units.

The deadline for applications and financial support is January 15, 2010. Graduate program applications and information are available from the Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology website (http://eeob.osu.edu/). For additional information and questions, contact Dr. James Bauer, Aquatic Ecology Laboratory, Ohio State University, 1314 Kinnear Road, Columbus, OH 43212 (bauer.362@osu.edu; 614-292-1613).

Graduate Student Opportunities in Coastal Hydrodynamics/ Sediment Transport

2009-11-19T17:20:00.002-08:00

Support is available for students wishing to study Coastal Hydrodynamics or Sediment Transport at Washington State University’s Vancouver campus. Students will work to complete a Master’s Degree in Earth and Environmental Sciences with advisor Steve Henderson (http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/steve_henderson/index.html). Student research may include field experiments, data analysis, and theoretical modeling. The Vancouver area offers ready access to the adjacent city of Portland, Oregon, and surrounding mountains, forests, and coastline.

Support may include fee waivers, teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and GK-12 scholarships (http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/programs/sci/GK12_applicant_i
nformation.html). For further information contact Dr. Stephen Henderson (steve_henderson@wsu.edu).

Graduate Student Assistantship, Marine Ecology and Fisheries

2009-11-19T17:20:00.001-08:00

Graduate student assistantships (MS or PhD) are available to participate in research projects investigating the ecological dynamics of fish and invertebrates in estuarine and nearshore continental shelf environments. Specific projects are addressing (1) the ecological and fishery effects of large-scale hypoxia on the northwestern Gulf of Mexico shelf, and (2) the relationship between river flow, biophysical dynamics, and the functioning of estuarine nursery habitats for juvenile fishes. These projects involve field sampling, laboratory experiments, and retrospective analysis of historical datasets. Anticipated start date is summer or fall 2010.

Interested students should have a background in ecology, fisheries, marine biology, or a related discipline. Field experience and an interest in developing quantitative skills are strongly desired. Students should apply through the Department of Biological Science at Florida State University (http://www.bio.fsu.edu/). Further inquiries as well as a CV, cover letter describing your interests, and names and contact information for three references should be sent to Kevin Craig.

PhD Opportunity in Applied Marine Biology

2009-11-19T17:19:00.000-08:00

A PhD opportunity is available at the Ocean Sciences Centre of Memorial University to study the ecology and biology (fisheries/aquaculture related) of sea cucumbers. With a decline in traditional harvests, several exploratory fisheries are being conducted to determine if certain underutilized species would be commercially sustainable. At the forefront of emerging fisheries in Atlantic Canada is the orange-footed sea cucumber (Cucumaria frondosa). With the fishery poised to enter the commercial phase in the near future, developing a sustainable management strategy becomes a priority. The proposed study aims to elucidate key biological aspects of C. frondosa which are not only significant from an ecological viewpoint but will also provide managers with the tools to develop appropriate management strategies by filling important gaps in the existing knowledge. Areas of study will include the definition of growth parameters through field and laboratory experiments, the development of tools for aging wild specimens and other aspects of the general biology and ecology of sea cucumbers.

This position includes a full stipend of $18,000 per year and the successful candidate will be expected to begin no later than May 2010. Interested students should send an outline of their research interests and a CV by email at the address below. The Memorial University website (www.mun.ca) can be consulted for questions pertaining to the programs offered, tuition fees, scholarships/fellowships and application procedures.

For more information or to apply, contact Dr. Annie Mercier, Ocean Sciences Centre, Memorial University, St. John's, NL, Canada, A1C 5S7. Email: amercier@mun.ca, Website: www.mun.ca/osc/amercier/bio.php.

Graduate Fellowships in Marine Sciences

2009-11-02T02:53:00.000-08:00

The Department of Marine Sciences at the University of South Alabama (USA) and the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) is seeking applicants for up to six PhD or MS graduate fellowships starting fall 2010. All fellowships include a full tuition waiver and stipend support of $18 – 19,000 for Ph.D. students and $15 – 16,000 for MS students. Faculty research interests include all aspects of biological, chemical, physical, and fisheries oceanography. Research programs in marine fisheries, restoration, conservation and global change science include a strong component of marine and coastal resource management. The program is administered through the Department of Marine Sciences from the main campus in Mobile, but most students and faculty are in residence at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, located about 35 miles south of Mobile.

Applications for fall admission and fellowships support are due by March 1. Enrollment normally begins in the fall semester; however, spring admissions will also be considered. The admission committee makes initial recommendation by April 1 for fall semester enrollment. Minimum requirements for consideration for admission are a baccalaureate degree in a discipline related to marine sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, geology, physics), a GPA of 3.0 (4.0 point system) and GRE General Test score of 1100 is required for the doctoral program (combined verbal and quantitative). To apply see http://www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences/students.html. Further information on research and departmental resources can be found at www.disl.org or www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences. In addition to fellowship support, several graduate assistantships are available through individual faculty members. All applicants are encouraged to contact faculty members during the application process (see http://www.southalabama.edu/marinesciences/faculty.html).

Research Assistantship, Coastal Oceanography and Engineering

2009-11-02T02:52:00.002-08:00

The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) announce the availability of funds for two students to join their Joint Program in Coastal Science and Engineering ( http://www.gtsav.gatech.edu/go/cse ). This program, a collaborative effort between Skidaway and Georgia Tech’s Civil and Environmental Engineering program in Savannah, Georgia, focuses on issues and problems that lie at the intersection of science and engineering in coastal and ocean environments. It includes numerous courses jointly taught by Skidaway and GT faculty members, and field experiences on Skidaway’s R/V Savannah, a 29 m UNOLS-fleet vessel.

The available support is for graduate students (M.S. or Ph.D.) admitted to Georgia Tech’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (see grad.gatech.edu for application instructions). Students may choose the Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources (EFMWR) or Environmental Engineering tracks. Funding is available as early as January 2010 to work with a Skidaway investigator on the BOTTOMS-UP benthic observation project (http://www.skio.usg.edu/?p=research/phy/bottomsup/bottomsup). This is a multidisciplinary project, so students with interest in biological, chemical, and physical process-related issues, or a combination, are all encouraged to apply.

Please contact:

Dr. Paul Work, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Tech (paul.work@gatech.edu) for application and academic program information, or
Dr. William Savidge, Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (William.savidge@skio.usg.edu) for more information about the BOTTOMS-UP program and other research opportunities at Skidaway Institute of Oceanography.

PhD position in stream assessment and ecology

2009-11-02T02:52:00.001-08:00

A Ph.D. position is available through the Canadian Rivers Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB Fredericton) to study the impacts of multiple stressors on fluvial environments and aquatic communities in agricultural watersheds. Agricultural activities can cause excessive sedimentation, eutrophication and agro-chemical contamination of surface waters. However, the interactive effects of these stressors and the potential for cumulative impacts is poorly understood.

Research tools and techniques that are available include a stable isotope laboratory, experimental stream mesocosms, and stream monitoring infrastructure across a series of watersheds in the potato belt near Grand Falls, New Brunswick.

The Ph.D. project is a key component of strategic collaboration between Environment Canada, Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the Canadian Rivers Institute. Primary funding is provided by AAFC’s Sustainable Agriculture Environmental Systems (SAGES) program. The student will be co-supervised by Dr. Joseph Culp (Joseph.Culp@ec.gc.ca) at UNB and Dr. Glenn Benoy (Glenn.Benoy@agr.gc.ca) at the Potato Research Centre.

Interested students should send a letter of interest to Drs. Culp and Benoy including a statement of research interests, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.

Deadline for submissions is 15 December 2009; position to be filled by May 2010.

Joint Nordic MS Program in Marine Ecosystems and Climate

2009-11-02T02:51:00.001-08:00

Applications are now being accepted for MS students interested in studying the coupling of physical oceanography and biological processes. We are seeking motivated applicants who hold a bachelor of science (BSc) degree or equivalent in marine biology, geophysics (physical oceanography, meteorology, climate dynamics), physics or mathematics. The Joint Nordic Master’s Program in Marine Ecosystems and Climate is a two-year interdisciplinary program hosted by the University of Bergen in Norway, the University of Iceland, Aarhus University in Denmark, and the University of the Faroe Islands. The goal of this program is to produce graduates who are broadly trained in physical oceanography and marine ecology, equipping them to develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing the world’s oceans and in particular the North Atlantic. Students attend courses at each institution during their first year and then select one to host them during their research in the second year.

Please visit our website at: http://folk.uib.no/st08488/webpage2/pg_programme.html to find additional information and application materials for the Joint Nordic Master’s Program in Marine Ecosystems and Climate. Deadline for applications for the 2010 fall semester is 01 June 2010. Students applying from outside the EU are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible to allow time for visa processing should they be accepted.

Undergrad Study Abroad Marine Ecology & Conservation

2009-10-21T11:11:00.002-07:00

Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation Semester Abroad: Bonaire, Spring 2010
Undergraduate Study Abroad Opportunity in the Caribbean
The Tropical Marine Biology and Conservation study abroad program is accepting applications for spring semester. Students register for 17 semester hours: Coral Reef Ecology (4), Scientific Diving (4), Environmental and Cultural History of Bonaire (2), Marine Conservation Biology (3) and Independent Research (4). The program description and course syllabi can be found using the following link:
http://www.cieebonaire.org/courses.html

The Scientific Diving course provides dive training that prepares students for AAUS certification at their home universities. Students will receive the following training in the Scientific Diving course: Open Water, Advanced Diver, Rescue Diver, Emergency First Responder, CPR + First Aid, Dan Oxygen Rescue, underwater photography and videography, night diving, and underwater navigation. Students will learn internationally recognized monitoring protocols including REEF and AGRRA.

Independent Research provides students with the opportunity to conduct a research project of their choice in marine science and to publish the results in a student journal, PHYSIS: Journal of Marine Science. A copy of the journal can be downloaded on the following page: http://www.cieebonaire.org/physis.html

Prerequisites: Overall GPA 2.75 or better, 2 semesters of biology, chemistry, geology, ecology or environmental science and a nationally recognized open water SCUBA certification (or a PADI referral – you can do your check out dives in Bonaire). The deadline for application to the spring semester program is 1 November 2009.

Interested students should contact Rita Peachey Director of CIEE Research Station Bonaire at RPeachey@ciee.org or call 1-800-40-STUDY. The study abroad office at your institution will also assist you with registration.

PhD and MS Assistantships: Fish and Aquatic Ecology

2009-10-21T11:11:00.001-07:00

Multiple (2-3) graduate student (PhD and MS) assistantships available to participate in research projects exploring ecological dynamics of Great Lakes fishes. These projects involve an integration of field studies, laboratory analyses, controlled experiments and quantitative modeling.

Research topics include:

1) Recruitment and early life history dynamics: linking early life growth and survival of Great Lakes fishes to physical processes.
2) Intra-specific life history trait variation: inter-population variation of maturation schedules, growth rates, and egg characteristics.
3) Description and modeling of food-web connections among Great Lakes fishes.

Within these general research topics students will have flexibility to develop their own thesis projects. Selected individuals will enroll in Purdue University’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (www.fnr.purdue.edu) in West Lafayette, IN.

Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a BS (for MS position) or MS (for PhD position) in Biology, Ecology, Fisheries Science, or related field; GPA of 3.2 or greater; and above average GRE scores (at least 50th percentile for quantitative and verbal; at least 4.0 for analytical writing).

Salary:
Assistantships include stipend, full tuition coverage, and insurance.

Start date:
Exact date negotiable (sometime between March-August 2010).

How to Apply:
The positions will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please respond by 18-December-2009 and submit cover letter, CV, GRE scores (unofficial is fine), transcript (unofficial is fine), and names and contact numbers of three references to Tomas Höök (thook@purdue.edu; 765-496-6799; www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr/pages/thook.aspx).

For more details please contact:
Tomas Höök
thook@purdue.edu

Purdue University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.

Ph.D. Graduate Student Opportunity at Dartmouth

2009-10-21T11:10:00.000-07:00

The Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Dartmouth College invites applications from prospective Ph.D. students interested in ecology and evolution in aquatic ecosystems. I am especially interested in students who want to study linkages between species and ecosystem processes (http://www.dartmouth.edu/~btaylor/). Generous financial support is available in the form of a Dartmouth Fellowship, health care, and a substantial yearly discretionary fund for research and travel that are guaranteed for 5 years. Applicants with excellent records and who demonstrate financial need are also eligible for a U.S. Department of Education Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) Fellowship http://www.dartmouth.edu/~gradstdy/GAANNAWD.html. Detailed information about the program, and access to online applications, are available at http://www.dartmouth.edu/~biology/graduate/eeb/

Students interested in alpine or polar ecosystems (e.g., Alaska, Greenland, Iceland) may also be admitted and participate in a NSF IGERT training grant with Dartmouth and the Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (http://www.crrel.usace.army.mil/). More information on this program is available at http://www.dartmouth.edu/~igert/

For further information send a 1) two page letter articulating your research interests, 2) your CV, 3) the names and contact information for 3 references, 4) and a phone number to Brad Taylor (brad.taylor@dartmouth.edu), Department of Biological Sciences, Gilman Life Science Laboratories, Hanover, NH 03755. Completed applications will be considered beginning December 1st. Promising applicants will be hosted for interviews in mid January.

Dartmouth is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.

Graduate Student Assistantships – Marine Biogeochemistry/Microbial Ecology

2009-10-21T11:09:00.000-07:00

Research assistantships with full stipends and tuition waivers are available immediately for students interested in pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Marine Sciences. Students will be expected to carry out thesis research within the framework of several ongoing NSF-funded projects that focus on the marine biogeochemistry and microbial ecology of organic sulfur compounds including the widespread algal osmolyte, dimethylsulfoniopropionate (DMSP) and its climate-relevant degradation product, dimethylsulfide (DMS). Opportunities for participation in oceanographic research cruises will be available. Laboratory work will be carried out at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (www.disl.org) located directly on the Gulf of Mexico at the mouth of Mobile Bay.

Students with strong backgrounds in the natural sciences and with a strong motivation to succeed in research should contact Ron Kiene, Department of Marine Sciences, University of South Alabama, LSCB 25, Mobile, Alabama, e-mail Rkiene@jaguar1.usouthal.edu for more information.

Graduate Assistantship/Invasive quagga mussels in the arid southwest

2009-10-21T11:08:00.002-07:00

An assistantship towards a Master degree of Public Health (MPH) is available in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV). The candidate will work with federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as other research teams to monitor the life histories of quagga mussel (Dreissena bugensis) adults and veligers in Lake Mead and address the key environmental factors affecting these invasive mussels in this largest reservoir in the US (by volume). Invasive quagga mussels were discovered in Lake Mead on January 6, 2007. It is the first known occurrence of the dreissenid species in the western United States. Now it has been found in many ecosystems in the arid southwest region.

The final candidate needs to do field work to collect water and sediment samples in Lake Mead, summarize water quality data, enumerate quagga mussel veligers and adults, identify and count benthic samples, present research results in interagency meetings, and draft report to funding agencies. The funding is available for 2 years. Minimum requirements include 1) a Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Limnology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or related field; 2) good physical condition; 3) safe driving history; 4) self-motivated personality; 5) working independently and interactively with a multidisciplinary team.

The position starts from January 2010 depending on the availability of qualified applicant. Interested students should send CV, letter describing their qualifications, contact list of three references, and unofficial transcripts to Dr. David Wong (David.Wong@unlv.edu), Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of Nevada at Las Vegas, 4505 Maryland Parkway Box 453064, Las Vegas NV 89154 (Tel: 702-895-2446/Fax: 702-895-5166). Electronic submission is preferred. The due date for application is December 7, 2009. More information about graduate studies at UNLV can be found at http://graduatecollege.unlv.edu/.

Research Assistantship, Coastal Oceanography and Engineering

2009-10-21T11:08:00.001-07:00

The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) announce the availability of funds for two students to join their Joint Program in Coastal Science and Engineering (http://www.gtsav.gatech.edu/go/cse). This program, a collaborative effort between Skidaway and Georgia Tech’s Civil and Environmental Engineering program in Savannah, Georgia, focuses on issues and problems that lie at the intersection of science and engineering in coastal and ocean environments. It includes numerous courses jointly taught by Skidaway and GT faculty members, and field experiences on Skidaway’s R/V Savannah, a 29 m UNOLS-fleet vessel.

The available support is for graduate students (M.S. or Ph.D.) admitted to Georgia Tech’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (see grad.gatech.edu for application instructions). Students may choose the Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources (EFMWR) or Environmental Engineering tracks. Funding is available as early as January 2010 to work with a Skidaway investigator on the BOTTOMS-UP benthic observation project (http://www.skio.usg.edu/?p=research/phy/bottomsup). This is a multidisciplinary project, so students with interest in biological, chemical, and physical process-related issues, or a combination, are all encouraged to apply.

Please contact:
Dr. Paul Work, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Tech (paul.work@gatech.edu) for application and academic program information, or
Dr. William Savidge, Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (William.savidge@skio.usg.edu) for more information about the BOTTOMS-UP program and other research opportunities at Skidaway Institute of Oceanography.

Postdoctoral Position in Biogeochemistry of marine algae - The Geology and Ecology Units at the University of Oviedo, in Oviedo, Northwest Spain

2009-10-08T14:02:00.000-07:00

The Geology and Ecology Units at the University of Oviedo, in Oviedo, Northwest Spain, invite applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research on carbon acquisition strategies of marine algae, as part of a larger EC-funded project assessing precedents of algal adaptation to atmospheric CO2 levels in the geological record. The position is a 3 year appointment. The research will be jointly conducted between the marine ecology unit in biological sciences and the geochemistry unit in the geological science department; these groups have a strong marine ecology program, including one of the longest monthly time series of phytoplankton and nutrient monitoring (in the Bay of Biscay), and strong expertise in low temperature geochemistry. A part time laboratory technician will be available to assist in culture maintenance.

The successful candidate must hold a PhD in oceanography or related biological sciences at the time of appointment, and have several years experience in the controlled laboratory culture of marine algae such as coccolithophorids or diatoms and characterization of their growth rates and metabolism. The position, available 1 December 2009, offers competitive salary, 1 month vacation, and free health care for the candidate and his/her family in the public health care system. The position is open to candidates of all nationalities; hire of a candidate from non-EU country may entail a 1-2 month delay in start date pending approval of work permit. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Oviedo is a small city of 200,000 with historic pedestrian only city center and classic cultural offerings (opera, orchestra). The location is ideal for those interested in active outdoor lifestyle, only 30 km from the coast (beaches, surfing) and 45 km from the Cantabrian mountains (hiking/backpacking, cycling, rockclimbing).

To apply, please send a current CV and brief description of your experience and research interests to Heather Stoll (hstoll@geol.uniovi.es).

Research Associate, Aquatic Biogeochemistry

2009-10-08T14:01:00.002-07:00

A research associate position in aquatic biogeochemistry is available beginning Spring 2010 in Ohio State University’s Aquatic Ecology Laboratory. The successful individual will assist in the collection and preparation of samples for various analyses including natural isotopic abundances (13C, 15N, D and 14C) of organic and inorganic materials. Experience with the operation and maintenance of vacuum extraction lines, stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry and/or accelerator mass spectrometric techniques is desirable. Familiarity with other standard analytical techniques (e.g., nutrients, dissolved and particulate organic C, N and P, dissolved oxygen and CO2, alkalinity, etc.) in freshwater and marine systems, as well as with organic separations and characterization and/or microbial ecological methods, is desirable. The position also requires extensive fieldwork using small boats in rivers and estuaries, as well as occasionally on ships in coastal ocean waters for up to 2-3 weeks at a time. The successful individual will ideally possess an undergraduate degree in chemistry or biology, and/or a master's degree in some area of aquatic or marine biogeochemistry or geochemistry. Previous lab and fieldwork experience, including small boat handling, is considered an asset.

This position will be filled for a minimum of 3 years. Starting pay will be commensurate with the level of experience, and full health and retirement benefits are included.

Interested individuals should email a letter of interest and experience, curriculum vitae, and contact information including e-mail addresses and phone numbers for three references by November 17, 2009 to:

Dr. James Bauer
Aquatic Ecology Laboratory
Department of Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology
Ohio State University
1314 Kinnear Road
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: bauer.362@osu.edu

Postdoctoral Fellow, Aquatic Biogeochemistry

2009-10-08T14:01:00.001-07:00

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN AQUATIC BIOGEOCHEMISTRY, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY. Applicants are sought for a 1-2 year postdoctoral fellowship beginning spring 2010 in the general area of aquatic biogeochemistry and land-aquatic interactions in freshwater and marine systems. Areas of specialization could include major elemental cycles, organic and isotope biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, or aquatic food webs. Experience in one or more of the following is desirable: natural abundance isotopic techniques (13C, 15N, D, 14C), organic matter characterization (e.g., GC-MS, NMR, HPLC, etc.), microbial ecological approaches, and/or ecology of lower food webs. Applicants should email their CV, a one-page statement of research interests, experience and future research goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. Jim Bauer, Aquatic Ecology Laboratory, Department of Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43212 at bauer.362@osu.edu by November 10, 2009.

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Freshwater Biology

2009-10-08T13:59:00.002-07:00

The Department of Biology is offering one to two 12-16 month postdoctoral fellowships in freshwater biology, with a compulsory start date anytime during 2009. We are looking for highly qualified non-Swedish applicants within the field of freshwater biology, whose research fits in well with ongoing research at the Department. The applicant will have access to a newly-built, 250 m2 aquarium facility, equipped with aquaria and replicate artificial streams. Research at the Department is focused on freshwater biology and conservation biology in forest landscapes. Faculty are currently studying questions concerning fragmented landscapes, interactions between the riparian zone and stream communities, fish migrations, fish passage and stocking problems associated with stream regulation, rare species (river pearl mussel), winter ecology of fish, ecophysiology of fish and hydrological restoration. Some of the faculty participate in a multidisciplinary research group together with social scientists and work on questions of sustainability and resource management in streams. Much of Biology’s research is done in cooperation with external agencies, for example the county boards, Highway Administration, Forestry Board, hydropower companies, etc. We also cooperate with Norwegian agencies such as NINA and the University College of Hedmark.

The applicant is requested to submit a CV, a list of publications, a description of research interests, a brief description of what you would like to work with at Karlstad University and three letters of reference. Application deadline is 21 October 2009 but late applications may be considered if a suitable candidate is not found. All application materials can be sent to Larry Greenberg, Dept of Biology, Karlstad University, S-651 88, Karlstad, Sweden or sent via e-mail to Larry.Greenberg@kau.se. The fellowship pays the equivalent of 20 000 Swedish crowns per month tax-free, the total amount dependent upon the duration of the fellowship (12-16 months). For further information contact Larry Greenberg at the above e-mail address or at the telephone number +46-54-7001543.

Post Doc Position in Physical Limnology/Air-Sea Interactions

2009-10-08T13:59:00.001-07:00

A position at the Postdoctoral level is available at the University of California, Santa Barbara, in physical limnology/air-sea interactions to study the physics of gas exchange at the air-water interface. Study sites include lakes in the arctic, temperate zone, and tropics. The position is full time with a salary of $44,000 to $55,000, depending on experience. The initial appointment is for 1-year on the multiyear project; continuation beyond one year will be based on performance and availability of funding. Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. in physical limnology, physical oceanography, boundary layer meteorology, or environmental engineering with demonstrated experience in analysis and interpretation of observational data and a record of communicating research results. As the research is in part field-oriented, the candidate should have proven ability to conduct research successfully under arduous field conditions. Experience in modeling and working as part of an interdisciplinary team are also desirable. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Apply by October 15, 2009, for primary consideration; however, position will remain open until filled. Please send a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, a current resume and names of three referees to: Professor Sally MacIntyre, email: sally@icess.ucsb.edu. An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.

Five graduate student assistantships in ecological stoichiometry of detrital food webs

2009-09-07T15:37:00.000-07:00

Five graduate student assistantships (3 Ph.D. and 2 M.S.) are available as part of a newly funded project examining the responses of detritus-based stream food webs to concentrations and ratios of dissolved nitrogen and phosphorus. Two Ph.D. positions will be based at the University of Georgia and will focus on detrital carbon dynamics and responses of predatory salamanders, respectively. A third Ph.D. position will be based at the University of Alabama and will examine macroinvertebrate food web responses. Both M.S. positions will be based at Coastal Carolina University and will focus on microbial responses to N:P gradients using field and laboratory experiments. All fieldwork will be based at the Coweeta Long term Ecological Research site in Otto, North Carolina. We are looking for students with a holistic view of ecological ramifications of nutrient enrichment, strong interest in integrating a stoichiometric perspective across taxonomic groups, significant research experience and demonstrated communication skills. The positions will start in Summer or Fall 2010, with microbial positions starting as early as January 2010. The successful candidates will receive full tuition waivers and competitive stipends. For more information, contact Amy Rosemond (rosemond@uga.edu) or John Maerz (jmaerz@warnell.uga.edu) for the UGA positions, Jon Benstead (jbenstead@bama.ua.edu) for the UA position, or Vlad Gulis (vgulis@coastal.edu) for the two CCU positions.

Graduate Student Position in Invasive Ascidian Tunicate Research

2009-09-07T15:35:00.000-07:00

A position is available immediately for a graduate student to conduct thesis research on the population ecology and genetics of invasive ascidian tunicates in Newfoundland coastal waters. The student will conduct field work on the population dynamics of invasive ascidians using a variety of molecular techniques, such as DNA isolation, polymerase chain reaction, and DNA sequencing and sequence analysis, to develop species-specific molecular probes and quantitative PCR assays for native and invasive ascidians. While we are most interested in candidates for the Ph.D. degree, we will consider exceptional candidates at the M.Sc. level as well. An MSc is required for the Ph.D. position in either Biology, Marine Biology, Biological Oceanography, Ecology, Molecular Biology or Genetics. The students will join a research team working on the genetics and population dynamics of invasive ascidians in Newfoundland. This work is highly relevant to scientific and management concerns of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada and will be done in collaboration with DFO scientists.

Two years ago, we discovered several species of invasive ascidians living in several Newfoundland harbours. Our continuing survey work is adding to our knowledge of the geographic distribution of these species on the Newfoundland coast. Invasive ascidians are a major threat to species diversity globally and to the economic viability of aquaculture farms both in Canada and abroad. Our work has resulted in the first report of invasive ascidians in Newfoundland, and one of our objectives is to obtain the scientific knowledge required to anticipate the potential for further invasion and to know when and where to apply mitigation measures.

The Ocean Sciences Centre of Memorial University of Newfoundland is located on the open coast of the North Atlantic Ocean, 10 km from main campus. The OSC consists of approximately 125 faculty, students and staff housed in three research buildings. There are more than 50 graduate students conducting thesis research at the OSC. For more information on the OSC please click on . Memorial University is located in St. John's, the provincial capital. St. John's is a vibrant city with a metropolitan population of ca. 200,000 and an exciting cultural and civic life. The climate is cool maritime, strongly influenced by the Labrador Current, which flows just offshore. Memorial University, the largest post-secondary institution in Canada east of Montreal, has an international student body of > 15,000 students and ca. 2,000 graduate students. For more information on Memorial Univeristy and St. John's, please click on .

Please send a letter of interest and your curriculum vitae, preferably via email, to the following address to indicate your interest in either of these positions.

Dr. Don Deibel
Ocean Sciences Centre
Memorial University
St. John's, Newfoundland A1C 5S7

PhD researcher in Climate modeling on orbital timescales (1,0 fte)

2009-07-12T16:39:00.000-07:00

The Faculty of Geosciences offers education and research concerning the geosphere, biosphere, atmosphere and anthroposphere. With a population of 2200 students (BSc and MSc) and 575 staff, the faculty is a strong and challenging organisation. The Faculty is organised in four Departments: Innovation and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Physical Geography, and Human Geography and Urban and Regional Planning.

Currently, we are looking to fill the following position in a joint project between the Departments of Physical Geography and Earth Sciences:

PhD researcher in Climate modeling on orbital timescales (1,0 fte)

Job description

In this project we aim to advance our understanding of the mechanisms of orbital climate forcing, going from geological timescales to causal links.

Many climate records reflect the principal orbital cycles, which are associated with variations in the eccentricity of the Earth's orbit, the angle between the orbital plane and the equator (obliquity) and the date of perihelion (precession). These cycles are routinely applied to construct so-called astronomical timescales for the late Neogene (i.e. the last 14 million years). In this project we will perform climate model experiments in order to test different hypotheses on the causal links between astronomical forcing and climate signals in sedimentary records.

Hypothesized links are tropical monsoons, mid-latitude storm tracks and the large-scale ocean circulation. We will use state-of-the-art climate models, including a representation of the terrestrial biosphere and coupled off-line to a hydrological model of river discharge. Model results will be compared to data in collaboration with another PhD student who works in a matching project, which is part of the 7th EU framework ITN-GTSnext program. There will be a close collaboration with the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) for the modelling work.

The project involves scientists at Utrecht University, KNMI, University of Amsterdam, and various European research groups. Funding is provided by the Focus and Mass program of the Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht University.

Qualifications

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a MSc or equivalent degree in Climate or Atmospheric Sciences, Physical Oceanography, Physical Geography, Physics, Mathematics or related field. Experience, or a strong interest, in climate modeling and programming on UNIX-based computer systems is desirable. He/she communicates easily in English, both verbally and in writing, and has an interest in interdisciplinary research.

Terms of employment

We offer a PhD position (1,0 fte) with an initial 12 month contract. After a positive evaluation this contract can be extended to a maximum of 36 more months (a total of four years maximum) and with the specific intent that it results in a doctorate within this period. The salary for a full time appointment starts at € 2,042 and increases to € 2,612 gross per month in the fourth year of the appointment.

The salary will be supplemented by a holiday allowance of 8% per year and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.

In addition we also offer a pension scheme and flexible employment conditions. Conditions are based on the Collective Labour Agreement of the Dutch Universities.

Further details

For further details contact Prof Dr Nanne Weber at weber@geo.uu.nl.

You may also wish to visit the websites of Utrecht University's Institutes of Physical Geography and Earth Sciences: http://www.geo.uu.nl/pgri and http://www.geo.uu.nl/ivau.

How to apply

Applications, including a motivation for this position, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees (with email addresses) should be submitted to:

Faculty of Geosciences,
Personnel Department,
P.O. Box 80.115,
3508 TC Utrecht, the Netherlands
or submitted by e-mail to: PenO@geo.uu.nl

Please mention vacancy number 72148 in all communications.

Applications are accepted until the position is filled, but we prefer to receive your application before August 23, 2009. We seek to appoint before November 1, 2009.