[Jpjobs] FW: [FellowsCareers] DC Marine Community Weekly job listings: multiple locations
Collins, Margaret
MCollins at nas.edu
Tue Feb 22 09:46:27 EST 2011
Lots of opportunities.
--Maggie
Margaret R. Goud Collins, Ph.D.
The National Academies
phone: (508)548-2502
email: mcollins at nas.edu<mailto:mcollins at nas.edu>
DC Marine Community Weekly Job Listings
This week's openings:
Executive Director
Coral Reef Technician
Director of Trash Free Seas Program
Assistant Professor, Marine Physiology
Ocean Advocate
Program Associate, Ocean Observatories Initiative
Research Fish Biologist, ZP-0482-3 -or- Research Mathematical Statistician, ZP-1529-3
BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Research Manager
Sr. Legislative Analyst, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Fisheries Stock Assessment Scientist
Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture
Postdoc in statistical marine ecosystem modeling
Sustainable Business Developer, Oceans Program
PACIFIC ISLANDS GLOBAL OCEAN OBSERVING SYSTEM COORDINATOR (PIGOOSC)
STRANDING DISPATCHER
Communications/Web Development Internship
Biological Technician position (May 16-Aug. 8, 2011)
Undergraduate Internships at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab in the Marine Ecology Lab
Nature Play Corps Internships
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Executive Director
Anchorage, AK
COSEE Alaska is seeking a fulltime, professional executive director to lead a dynamic partnership between research, formal education and informal education organizations (http://www.coseealaska.net/). This position is responsible for carrying out the direction of the COSEE Alaska Senior Management Team to create a dynamic program and ensure implementation of all the components of the COSEE Alaska program.
Candidates must have a master�s degree or equivalent experience and a record of accomplishment in implementing marine or environmental education programs and/or in science communication. We are seeking a motivated self-starter who is leader and facilitator with excellent written/verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal/organizational skills. This individual will have the ability to motivate, influence, and develop capacity in others to create conditions that elicit passion, commitment and best-in-class work to build the reputation of an organization. Candidates must also have the ability to see the big picture and to orchestrate the building and sustaining of partnerships and collaborations to support COSEE Alaska�s expansion.
Please send a resume and references by Monday, March 7, 2011 to:
Molly McCammon
Email: mccammon at aoos.org
Executive Director
Alaska Ocean Observing System
1007 West Third Avenue, Suite 100
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
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Coral Reef Technician
Washington, DC
The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation is seeking an experienced, recent graduate student with field expertise in coral reefs for the position of Coral Reef Technician.
Position Overview:
The Coral Reef Technician has primary responsibilities to 1) conduct benthic assessments to and/or fish assessments to characterize coral reef community structure and coral reef resilience during the Global Reef Expedition ("GRE") 2) analyze of data, photos and information collected during the Expedition, and 3) develop products based on these data that will assist managers in conserving their coral reef resources. The Coral Reef Technician will be based in Washington DC , and is expected to accompany the team during each of the research missions undertaken during the GRE, a multi-year research and education program of the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation (a U.S.A. non-profit, public benefit 501(c)(3) corporation headquartered in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area). The successful applicant will serve as one of the core members of the scientific team involved in the GRE and will report to the Chief Scientist.
Goals and Objectives:
As Coral Reef Technician, your primary goals and objectives are to compile and analyze data and images collected by the science team during previous, current and future expeditions, conduct SCUBA assessments of coral reef organisms, and develop products that will be useful to our constituents, the public, and key stakeholders of coral reefs in the countries we visit during the GRE. Working in close coordination with the Living Oceans Foundation staff, the Coral Reef Technician will advance the Foundation's priority coral reef conservation issues by characterizing the status and trends of coral reefs, threats affecting these ecosystems, and factors and processes that enhance global coral reef resilience. The successful applicant will have the unique opportunity to conduct reef assessments from a state-of-the art research platform (The Golden Shadow) and study and explore remote coral reefs around the globe.
Duties and Responsibilities
� Conduct field assessments using belt transects to characterize population dynamics and condition of corals, algae and fishes and/or resilience assessments using a standardized approach
� Assist in establishing permanent study sites and characterizing those sites
� Assist other scientists in collection of oceanographic data and data relevant to coral reef resilience
� Compile data, photographs and other information, enter relevant information into spreadsheets
� Analyze data and photoquadrats using appropriate programs and statistical analysis,
� Develop reports, informational tools and publications from the data collected during the GRE,
� Assist the Director of communications and other staff in developing effective messages on priority coral reef research and conservation issues based on the research results for communication through news releases, website articles, blogs, progress reports, film, and other publications,
� Compile and catalogue a photo and video archive containing imagery collected by various GRE sciences
� Assist the LOF GIS technician in the development of maps and other GIS products
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
� Master's degree (Ph. D. preferred) in marine science with a focus on coral reefs
� Knowledge base in coral reef conservation issues and coral reef resilience
� Field expertise in coral reef assessments
� Knowledge of coral identification for both Caribbean and IndoPacific reef building corals and/or fish species identification for these regions
� Proficiency in word processing, database and spreadsheet applications and use of statistical analysis tools
� Excellent and proven written communications skills (peer-reviewed publication record
� Ability to take initiative, work under pressure with limited supervision and work comfortably in a fast-paced and fluid environment with multiple projects, multiple stakeholders and frequent deadlines
� Ability to travel internationally up to 30% of time and physically qualified to be aboard ships and small vessels
� SCUBA certified as an advanced open water diver; NITROX certification preferred
� Training and certification in first aid, CPR, Oxygen administration, and current DAN Insurance
Compensation: We offer a competitive salary based upon level of experience and excellent benefits package, including a generous 403(b) plan and flexible benefits options.
To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, three professional references and copies of relevant publications to the attention of the Chief Scientist at: lofjobs at gmail.com
We are seeking to fill this position by May, 2011. Applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Please include "Coral Reef Technician" in the subject line of the email submission.
Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Director of Trash Free Seas Program
Washington, DC
Learn More About the Department/Program:
Ocean Conservancy's Trash Free Seas Program is a dynamic initiative focused on eliminating trash in our ocean. The Trash Free Seas Program seeks to reduce the flow of trash that ends up in the ocean, remove trash from the ocean, coasts and waterways, and reinvent products and packaging to reduce ocean trash. For 25 years, Ocean Conservancy has been the dominant voice on ocean trash as the founder and leader of the International Coastal Cleanup, the world's largest volunteer effort for our ocean and waterways. Ocean Conservancy's Trash Free Seas initiative is building on this foundation and significantly expanding the efforts and tools available to address ocean trash. Our primary emphases include deepening the scientific understanding of ocean trash, building a social movement to demand trash free seas, engaging industry to develop solutions and advancing policies that create trash free seas. A key innovation of the expanded initiative is the establishment of the Trash Free Seas Alliance, a cooperative group of businesses, trade associations, NGOs, scientific institutions, community groups and leaders and other leading organizations who share the common goal of eliminating trash from our ocean.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Director of Trash Free Seas is responsible for leading and managing both our existing Trash Free Seas portfolio and our ongoing expansion of the initiative. A critical component of the Director's responsibilities will include developing the Trash Free Seas Alliance, a co-operative group of businesses, leading environmental organizations and others focused on developing solutions and product innovation around trash commonly found in the ocean including plastic bags, cigarettes, plastic bottles, single-use food packaging, and fishing gear. Leveraging Ocean Conservancy's background in data collection on marine debris, the Director will collaborate closely with Ocean Conservancy conservation science and policy staff to strengthen the value of data collected during the International Coastal Cleanup, cement scientific knowledge on the issue of marine debris to support science-based policy solutions, and produce materials to build a scientifically-credible case for eliminating trash in the ocean. The Director will work closely with Ocean Conservancy's communications experts and Trash Free Seas team to continue to expand and enhance the International Coastal Cleanup event and build a strong public movement for trash free seas. The Director will also work OC staff to advance effective policies and develop support tools help replicate policy successes.
Specific Responsibilities:
Leads, designs, and manages all aspects of Ocean Conservancy's Trash Free Seas Program. Our effectiveness depends upon innovation and strong partnerships to eliminate ocean trash at the source. That effort will include:
* Leveraging the power of collaborative partnerships through the Trash Free Seas Alliance, a cross-sector leadership group to develop and advocate for ocean trash solutions.
* Developing and advancing the science of large-scale ecological impacts of marine debris on ocean environments and marine life.
* Building communities of practice committed to ending trash in the ocean through an expansion of the International Coastal Cleanup, corporate engagement, and the increased use of social networking tools to build public awareness.
* Formulating high impact policy solutions to support cradle-to-cradle product reinvention, reduction of the flow of debris, and removal efforts.
* Working collegially with Ocean Conservancy Resource Development staff in stewardship of funding partnerships, cultivation of new partnerships and creation of fundraising materials to support program growth.
* Promoting an integrated and cohesive approach to Ocean Conservancy's Trash Free Seas Program by deepening the connection with other Ocean Conservancy programmatic efforts.
Required Qualifications:
* Advanced degree preferred in a relevant science or interdisciplinary specialty, management, communications, public policy, or another field closely related to coastal/marine affairs or environmental protection.
* In-depth training or experience in at least one of the following: marine ecosystem or resource management; marine wildlife or fisheries biology/management, science communications, natural resource/environmental policy, program management, or public policy.
* In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following: marine/coastal ecosystems, human impacts and threats to oceans/coasts, ecosystem protection and management, cross-sector collaboration, strategic communication methods.
* Five years or more of professional conservation, public policy, program management, or other relevant field preferred.
* Five years or more of management experience.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as are demonstrated advocacy skills, the ability to mobilize and manage a diverse international partner network, and the ability to communicate complex scientific or technical concepts to policy and lay audiences (written samples will be requested).
Other/Personal Characteristics:
* A strategic thinker who can bring the creativity, energy, discipline and commitment needed to help grow this promising policy program;
* A high-level performer who remains attentive to details and adheres strictly to deadlines and deliverables while keeping a larger vision in mind;
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with past success in deepening and leveraging the power of partnerships to affect change and build political will;
* Highly collaborative with an appreciation of the benefit of a multi-disciplinary team approach;
* Personable, passionate, productive, and focused to support accurate, timely, and powerful policy, products, and positions;
* Proven management and fiduciary experience in leveraging available resources effectively to meet program objectives;
* A leadership and mentoring style that supports and rewards the growth of staff with talent, promise, and commitment.
BECOMING AN OCEAN CONSERVANCY TEAM MEMBER:
The expected start date for this position is April 1, 2011. Ocean Conservancy offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We welcome candidates with a dedication to conservation and a commitment to leveraging the power of partnerships for policy change.
Ocean Conservancy staff use and value our resources-time, talent, and money-to achieve powerful policy gains for the protection of the ocean that sustains all life. We're dedicated to long-term issues, not to trendy campaigns, and we create sustainable solutions based on science, not ideology. We see the big picture and offer realistic solutions to protect the ocean and improve our quality of life. Some things about us you should know:
* We provide concrete solutions that lead to high-impact results. These include landmark policies like: protecting sea turtles by mandating Turtle Excluder Devices, the establishment of marine protected areas in California, and the protection of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
* We stand on the shoulders of more than 35 years of policy expertise, and we have the longest track record defining priorities and translating science into sound, practical policies that protect our oceans.
* We leverage our strong networks and deep connections. We've won the trust of legislators over the years, and our access to key decision-makers in Congress allows us to serve as the voice of the ocean in the halls of power. Our grassroots network helps to amplify our voice across the country.
* We recognize that real leadership means cooperation. We know when to stand firm and when to negotiate on behalf of the ocean to achieve lasting victories.
* We're committed to creating long-term change. We continue to monitor legislation and policies long after they fall from the front-page headlines to ensure that vital aspects of ocean life are always protected.
APPLY FOR THE POSITION: If you think you have what it takes to join Ocean Conservancy's team, please send a cover letter speaking to your qualifications and abilities to lead a growing exciting program with your resume and salary expectations to: jobs at oceanconservancy.org<mailto:jobs at oceanconservancy.org> and note your name and "Director, Trash Free Seas #1105 " in the subject line.
Ocean Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and Females and Encouraged to Apply.
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Assistant Professor, Marine Physiology
St. Petersburg, FL
Eckerd College seeks to fill a tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level beginning fall 2011. This is a joint position in Biology and Marine Science.
Applicants must have a Ph.D., preferably with postdoctoral and teaching experience. Candidates should be strongly committed to teaching and mentoring undergraduates, and training them through example and participation in their own significant program of research that includes marine organisms. The teaching load is seven course equivalents per academic year, including comparative animal physiology, biological oceanography, a January Term, and other required and elective courses in the biology and marine science majors as needed. Participation in the College?s
interdisciplinary, values-oriented general education program is required, including a regular rotation in a two-semester freshman program. Eckerd College, the only independent national liberal arts college in Florida, has
a tradition of innovative education and teaching/mentoring excellence.
Eckerd College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college with an enrollment of approximately 1800 students. The college is situated on a 108-ha waterfront campus with over 2.5 km of shoreline on Boca Ciega Bay with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. The Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory provides excellent teaching and research facilities that are available for maintaining marine animals year round, and for carrying out a variety of field and laboratory studies. A new Center for Molecular and Life Sciences is currently under construction on campus. Eckerd is part of a large marine science research community located in St. Petersburg, Florida, which includes the USGS Center for Coastal and Watershed Studies, Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, Florida Institute of Oceanography, NOAA Fisheries Service Southeast Regional Office, and the University of South Florida?s College of Marine Science.
No electronic applications, please. EOE. Applications from women/minorities encouraged.
Send a letter of application, vita, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, a description of research plans, and three letters of recommendation by March 10th, 2011, to:
Dr. William A. Szelistowski
Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory
Eckerd College
4200 54th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, FL 33711
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Ocean Advocate
Washington, DC
Oceana is currently hiring for an Ocean Advocate to be a key member of our policy team. The Ocean Advocate will promote Oceana's campaigns with the Administration, Capitol Hill and other decision making bodies. This position will mainly focus on our fisheries and ocean wildlife work. We are looking for a team player who is willing to put their time and energy into protecting the world's oceans.
Position Summary
The Ocean Advocate reports to Oceana's Federal Policy Director and is a member of the Policy Team. The Ocean Advocate works with the fisheries campaign management teams to develop and implement campaign activities and leads non-campaign legislative and executive branch projects on fisheries, ocean wildlife, and other ocean conservation issues. The Ocean Advocate assists the legal, communications, science, development, and teams in other Oceana offices in fulfilling organizational objectives. The position requires developing extensive contacts on Capitol Hill, within federal agencies, and in other decision-making bodies. The position is based in Washington, D.C. Some travel is required.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
� Lead Oceana's policy work on ocean living marine resource conservation issues, in coordination with Oceana Campaign Directors, the Federal Policy Director, Pacific Office Director and/or Oceana scientists.
� Persuasively represent Oceana positions and campaign goals to Members of Congress, Administration officials, and other decision-making bodies.
� Work with all Oceana campaign teams to develop action strategies to achieve campaign goals as needed.
� Work with all Oceana teams (policy, legal, communications, science, development, organizational services, and international offices) to promote organizational priorities and objectives.
� Assist communications staff in development of media outreach opportunities and represent Oceana to various media outlets as an ocean policy expert.
� Assist legal staff in developing potential cases and advising and implementing strategies to support litigation.
� Create advocacy and public documents (comment letters, backgrounders, fact sheets, reports) in support of Oceana campaign goals and non-campaign policy projects.
� Analyze conservation policy actions, legislative proposals, and reports.
� Undertake additional projects as requested by senior staff and perform other duties as needed and or assigned
Education/Experience or Other Requirements
* Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in political science, public policy, conservation biology, marine affairs or a related discipline.
* Three to five years of advocacy or legislative work, preferably at the federal level and on environmental protection issues, preferably ocean conservation.
* Ability and desire to advocate for complex, aggressive conservation positions in both small and large social settings (from one-on-one meetings to presentations at large briefings and conferences).
* Experience developing and implementing legislative strategies to win campaigns including developing messages and talking points, targeting, material development, and experience with paid and earned media.
* Strong writing skills and ability to write for different audiences ranging from Oceana's blog to Congressional testimony.
* Strong oral and written communication skills and keen analytical ability.
* Experience working to meet tight deadlines, completing unexpected projects, and effectively managing a demanding work load.
* Ability to take initiative by suggesting ways to augment work and responsibilities of position to accomplish Oceana's goals.
* Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
* Flexibility to occasionally work long hours.
* Fluency in Spanish a plus.
Oceana, founded in 2001, is the largest international organization focused solely on ocean conservation. Our offices in North America, Central America, South America and Europe work together on a limited number of strategic, directed campaigns to achieve measurable outcomes<http://na.oceana.org/en/about-us/our-victories> that will help return our oceans to former levels of abundance. We believe in the importance of science in identifying problems and solutions. Our scientists work closely with our teams of economists, lawyers and advocates to achieve tangible results for the oceans.
When applying, please specify the title of the position you are seeking. You can e-mail (preferred method), mail, or fax your cover letter and application materials. Please select only one method of submission and apply to:
E-mail to: resumes at oceana.org<mailto:resumes at oceana.org>
Subject Line: Position Title
OR regular mail to:
OCEANA
Position Title
Attn: Human Resources
1350 Connecticut Avenue NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
OR Fax to:
202-833-2070; Attn: Human Resources; Position Title
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Program Associate, Ocean Observatories Initiative
Washington, DC
The position supports the coordination for programmatic, science, and outreach activities of Ocean Leadership's ocean observing program. Also provides program support to the Program Director and Associate Program Director, Ocean Observing Activities, and other ocean observing program staff. Responsibilities include document preparation, report preparation, meeting coordination, administrative support of advisory committees, and support of various OOI communications activities.
Qualified applicants must possess: (1) Bachelor's degree, preferably in one of the natural sciences, and a minimum of two years' experience in providing support to an academically focused, scientific program (or equivalent science training and management experience); (2) Familiarity with ocean science is preferred; (3) Master's degree in a relevant field may be substituted for the required work experience; (4) Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail; (5) Demonstrated planning, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities; ability to work independently to prioritize work and complete projects with general direction; (6) Demonstrated initiative and creativity in suggesting and researching relevant new program concepts; (7) Demonstrated understanding of performance principles: ability to work successfully within the organizational structure, understand and adhere to corporate vision and mission, maintain corporate confidentiality, and maintain good relations with peers, supervisors, and supervisees; (8) Demonstrated ability to work as team member as well as to take leadership initiative when called upon; (9) Demonstrated ability to work comfortably and pleasantly with a variety of clients, including scientists and heads of Federal agencies and academic institutions; (10) Excellent listening, note taking and research skills required; (11) Demonstrated proficiency with all MS Office applications is necessary; knowledge of graphics and web page layout and design is preferred; (12) Ability to travel domestically and internationally when necessary.
To apply, please forward cover letter, resume, salary requirement, and any other relevant application materials to jobs at oceanleadership.org<javascript:DeCryptX('kpctApdfbomfbefstijq/psh')> with the subject line, "PROGASSOC-OOI". Materials may also be mailed to Human Resources, The Consortium for Ocean Leadership, 1201 New York Avenue, NW, 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20005.
The Consortium for Ocean Leadership represents 95 of the leading public and private ocean research education institutions, aquaria and industry with the mission to advance ocean research, education and policy. Located in the heart of our nation's capital, Ocean Leadership offers a collegial work environment and excellent benefits. To learn more about us and current vacancies in more detail, please visit www.oceanleadership.org<http://www.oceanleadership.org/> .
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Research Fish Biologist, ZP-0482-3 -or- Research Mathematical Statistician, ZP-1529-3
NOAA/National Marine Fisheries Service/Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Kodiak, Alaska
Responsibilities
This is a research position in the Shellfish Assessment Program, which is responsible for ecological, biological, and stock assessment research of crustaceans in Alaskan waters. The incumbent will conduct research and quantitative analyses on eastern Bering Sea crab stocks focused on distribution and stock assessment. The incumbent will also interact with the team of researchers at the Kodiak Lab to assist with statistical analyses pertaining to general ecological and biological research.
NOAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Qualifications
The incumbent should be familiar with stock assessment, statistical analysis, ecosystem dynamics, crustacean ecology, commercial fisheries, and fisheries management.
Salary $58,564 TO $91,252 DOE
Closing Date March 08, 2011
Applications accepted at this web site:www.usajobs.opm.gov <http://www.usajobs.opm.gov<http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/>>. Search for Announcement Number: NMFS-AKC-2011-0021 (MAP) or NMFS-AKC-2011-0022 (DE).
Contacts:
Kathy La Plante (206-526-6399; kathy.j.laplante at noaa.gov) or Robert Foy (907-481-1711; robert.foy at noaa.gov<mailto:robert.foy at noaa.gov>).
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BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Lincoln City, OR
A Biological Technician is being recruited for the 2011 field season to serve as the primary assistant on seabird surveys and other biological inventory and monitoring work on the Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex. This person will conduct biological surveys by observing and recording a wide variety of basic data on habitat conditions, wildlife behavior, number and distribution of species, and will compile or summarize data in tabular, graphic, or narrative form.
Successful applicants must be willing and able to work long hours, on weekends if necessary, and in inclement weather. Low or no susceptibility to motion sickness is a requirement of the position, as boat-based surveys will involve using binoculars to count seabirds from 19' to 24' boats in frequently turbulent ocean conditions. Main job duties will include (1) assisting with boat-based surveys of common murres, western gulls, Brandt's, double-crested and pelagic cormorants, pigeon guillemots, and black oystercatchers; (2) assisting with counting seabirds from digital aerial photos, utilizing GIS software; (3) entering data into the Oregon Seabird Colony Catalog database; (4) potentially conducting goose population surveys; and (5) other tasks as assigned. Preference may be given to applicants with prior field experience, coastal/seabird knowledge, experience with wildlife monitoring and census techniques, prior experience with survey work from boats, and experience in boats on the ocean.
Requirements: (1) Currently enrolled as a student (see below); (2) education and experience in the field of wildlife biology or biological sciences; (3) current driver's license with good driving record; (4) demonstrated low or no susceptibility to motion sickness; and (5) ability to sufficiently move and lift equipment up to 40 lbs.
This position will be filled through the Student Temporary Employment Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a program of study leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate, at a two or four year college or university, graduate or professional school; must be taking at least a half-time course load as defined by the school; and must be in good standing with the academic institution and maintaining the grade point average (GPA) requirements of the school. The position may be extended on a part-time, intermittent basis if funding allows. (For more information on the STEP program, see http://www.fws.gov/jobs/wwd_student.html)
Duty station: Newport, Oregon. Low-cost housing is available in Lincoln City (30 min. north)
Duration: Approx. mid-May to mid-September 2011 (recruitment period 2/14 - 3/14/11)
Wages: $13-17 per hour depending on experience and responsibilities
Employer: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex
http://www.fws.gov/oregoncoast/
Interested applicants should call Shawn Stephensen, Oregon Coast NWR Complex Wildlife Biologist at 541- 867-4550 or email shawn_stephensen at fws.gov<mailto:shawn_stephensen at fws.gov>
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Research Manager
Australia
Applications are invited for a research manager to work for 3 years at the Global Change Institute of the University of Queensland (Brisbane). The manager will have a scientific background (PhD) and will support the ?Ocean and Coasts? and ?Biodiversity and Landscapes? themes of the Institute, working with Professors Pete Mumby and Hugh Possingham.
The goal is to develop and manage inter-disciplinary research projects in Australia, SE Asia, and the Pacific Islands. We are looking for someone with a research background but whose primary interest is the development of applied science and conservation projects. There will be scope for carrying out some original research, mostly in the form of synthesis papers, but the primary role is project development and management.
It?s a fixed 3 year appointment with generous salary. Further details can be found on the GCI website. www.gci.uq.edu.au<http://www.gci.uq.edu.au>
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Sr. Legislative Analyst, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
San Diego, CA
DESCRIPTION:
At direction of Assistant Director of Scripps/Director of Research Planning and Government Relations (AD-DRPGR): Conduct institutional policy and program planning by providing high-level, confidential analytical support for Research Planning and Government Relations unit staff at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Assist the SIO AD-DRPGR in executing strategies that integrate and focus the diverse government related activities of Scripps with the purpose of advancing the Scripps research agenda. Participate in formulation of unit objectives and recommend appropriate action to achieve them. Serve as a Scripps liaison to government entities at state, federal and local levels in executive and legislative branches on a wide variety of issues. Provide high-level research, analysis, and legislative support. Research and analysis duties cover various topics in government and science policy: locate and review congressional testimony, government reports, and agency budgets; prepare synopses and summaries of impact on SIO for SIO leadership; draft correspondence; and maintain unit contact, correspondence, and funding databases. Coordinate UC Office of the President and Congressional appropriations request requirements for SIO and ensure office compliance with lobbying disclosure regulations. Assist in the planning and coordination of various events, briefings, meetings, and tours at SIO. Serve as liaison to the SIO Advisory Council, the Director's senior external advisory board.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Graduation from college with a major in Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Educational Administration, Political Science, or an allied field; and four years of experience in administrative analysis or operations research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Exemplary writing skills. Prior experience writing clearly and concisely, translating detailed scientific information into interesting material for a lay audience, writing one-page marketing letters/documents, formulating and presenting narrative material in a logical and comprehensive manner, including graphic layouts.
* Knowledge of Federal and State government protocol. Proven expertise and vision in linking federal/state/regional/local research priorities with identified fields of study.
* Knowledge of federal/state/local/private research funding programs and process including committee system; legislative calendar; executive branch and legislative budget process.
* Experience planning high-level events/meetings from inception to completion.
* Experience entering, editing, retrieving information, recognizing errors, and initiating corrections while using standard software applications, such as Word, Excel, FileMaker Pro, PowerPoint, Adobe applications, mail merge, and e-mail programs. Ability to work on a Macintosh platform.
* Experience researching topics and gathering information using the WWW and library resources. Knowledge of document conversion processes using Adobe and other programs. Understanding of and comfort with information technology.
Filing Deadline: Wed 2/23/2011
Hiring Salary Range: $50,722 - $72,739 / Year
UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Staff Affirmative Action Employer that values a diverse workforce.
Applications can be submitted through the UCSD website at this link:
http://jobs.ucsd.edu/bulletin/job.aspx?cat=adminp&sortby=post&jobnum_in=56425
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Fisheries Stock Assessment Scientist
Raleigh, NC, Austin, TX, Washington, DC, Boston, MA or San Francisco, CA
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
Overall Function
The Fisheries Scientist will work with regional teams around the United States and in Latin America to improve goal setting for catch shares and other sustainable fisheries programs, to track progress in those programs against fishery management goals, and to reduce uncertainty to improve fisheries performance. The successful candidate will also work closely with the national policy team, and with scientists inside and outside the Oceans program, to develop new approaches to goal setting for sustainable fisheries.
Under the direction of the Chief Oceans Scientist - and in consultation with the National Policy Director and the Director of Regional Programs - this position will be responsible for working with regional teams around the country to address technical aspects of high-priority fishery management problems. Over the next three years, the bulk of the work will center on commercial catch share fisheries in the United States, especially fisheries of the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone, but the position will also be engaged from time to time in Latin America, and will be consulted regularly on scientific aspects of recreational fisheries management. In addition, the position will also be consulted related to possible new work in other international venues. Work will include considerable detailed engagement with stock assessment protocols and processes around the country and overseas, with special emphasis on programs to reduce uncertainty as a tool to improve performance. This position will also work with academic and agency fisheries scientists, federal and state officials, fisheries managers, catch share program administrators and council members and staff, and with marine user groups and catch share stakeholders, NGOs, and any other interested parties to ensure that catch shares goals and designs are supported by strong science.
Responsibilities
* Participate in stock assessment processes for selected priority fisheries to ensure that catch share goals are set appropriately.
* Assist regional teams in interpretation of stock assessment outcomes and in performance tracking for catch share fisheries.
* Assist regional teams in catch share designs for selected fisheries to ensure that those designs are based on and leverage the best available information.
* Work with regional teams and the National Policy Team on methods to reduce uncertainty to enhance safe yields from catch share fisheries, and in applications of those methods to selected catch share fisheries.
* Work with the Catch Share Design Center to educate managers and decision-makers about high-performance approaches to catch share design.
* Work with the Recreational Fisheries Team, fisheries scientists and managers and recreational fishermen to develop methods to improve performance of for-hire and private angler fisheries.
* Consult as requested with senior program leaders on international catch share design and international catch shares fisheries.
* Work with Oceans program staff to develop alternative, high-performance fishery management goals, and strategies to implement such goals.
* Participate in internal and external programs and processes designed to advocate such high-performance fishery management goals.
* Work with marketing and communications staff to help communicate catch shares successes in plain English, including traditional and electronic media.
* Work with regional teams to develop and conduct fishermen and stakeholder education and outreach initiatives on technical aspects of catch share programs. Interact with news media as directed to promote and publicize performance of catch shares.
* Assist in the development and execution of staff training programs on scientific and other technical subjects.
* Serve on selected federal and state advisory panels and committees key to advancing catch shares work.
* Participate in National Policy Team and Recreational Fisheries Team meetings and strategic planning as directed.
* Undertake and complete special projects as assigned by the Chief Scientist.
Requirements
* Graduate degree in fisheries science or a closely related field. PhD preferred.
* At least 5 years professional experience in stock assessment processes and protocols.
* Strong understanding of federal and state fisheries management processes.
* Advocacy experience not required, but an interest in advocacy, and in translation of strong science to public policy preferred.
* Some understanding of business, environmental, financial, scientific and other issues related to creating and maintaining sustainable fisheries.
* Demonstrable analytic skills and ability to perform rigorous analysis in support of highly visible work.
* Demonstrable written and oral communication skills.
* Capable of working with a variety of concerned parties, including government agencies, grassroots organizations and private firms, within strategic coalitions.
* A self-starter with the ability to think strategically and the initiative to work in a small regional office while effectively functioning as part of a larger program team.
Term
This is a two-year term position with the potential for extension upon identification of additional funding.
Location
This position can be based in EDF's Raleigh, Austin, Washington, D.C., Boston or San Francisco office.
Application
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume and salary requirements using the "Apply to this Position" link below or forward directly to jobs at edf.org<mailto:jobs at edf.org>.
Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.
EDF is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture
Orono, ME
The Sea Grant Program at the University of Maine seeks an experienced, innovative professional with excellent communication skills for the position of Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture). This is a full-time, 12-month appointment, with annual renewal contingent on continued funding from the NOAA National Sea Grant Office and job performance. The Marine Extension Associate will be a member of the Maine Sea
Grant Marine Extension Team (MET). In cooperation with the MET, and with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Aquaculture Research Institute, and other agencies and organizations, the Marine Extension Associate will plan, develop, implement, and evaluate outreach programs and demonstration projects. This person will conduct related advisory activities in the interests of sustainable use and development of the region's marine and
coastal resources, with particular emphasis on multi-trophic marine aquaculture, and the culture of marine macroalgae.
Qualifications: B.S. in marine aquaculture or related field required. Advanced degree or five years of applied research, outreach or community development experience in these fields is preferred. Significant experience in community development, applied aquaculture science, or policy work is preferred, as well as experience as an outreach educator in these or related areas. Computer proficiency and strong skills in written and oral communication are required, as are group and community facilitation skills and the ability to give informal presentations to groups. The ability to travel extensively, normally requiring a valid Maine State driver's license is required.
Salary Range: $36,000 - $40,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. A full job description is available on the Maine Sea Grant website:
http://www.seagrant.umaine.edu
Submit a letter of interest, resume, official academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable), and names and addresses of three references to:
Marine Extension Associate Search Committee
Attn: Kathy Villarreal
Maine Sea Grant College Program
5784 York Complex, Building 6
University of Maine
Orono, Maine 04469-5784
kvillarreal at maine.edu<mailto:kvillarreal at maine.edu>
Please send application materials electronically if possible.
Application review begins 3/14/2011
The University of Maine is an EO/AA Employer
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Postdoc in statistical marine ecosystem modeling
Stockholm, Sweden
The Baltic Nest Institute (BNI) at the Stockholm Resilience Centre announces a two-year postdoc position within the frame of the newly founded centre Baltic Sea Adaptive Management, BEAM<http://www.smf.su.se/beam>. The successful candidate will further be part of the newly formed Centre of Excellence "The Nordic Centre for Research on Marine Ecosystems and Resources under Climate Change" funded by Nordforsk. The position is aimed to apply advanced statistical tools to test for trends, regime shifts, early warning indicators and thresholds in the Baltic Sea ecosystem using long-term monitoring data.
The position requires a person with a Ph.D., with good statistical knowledge and good skills in ecological theory. The successful candidate will contribute to BEAM by providing thresholds and targets of ecosystem indicators, which are required for ecosystem-based management. Past experience in time-series analysis and ecosystem functioning is necessary. The position will be based at Baltic Nest Institute<http://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/balticnestinstitute.4.aeea46911a3127427980005594.html>, Stockholm Resilience Centre.
Terms of Employment
The position is a two-year full-time employment. Starting date to be determined.
Contact
For further information please contact Assoc. Prof. Thorsten Blenckner, tel. +46 (0) 8 674 7669, thorsten.blenckner at stockholmresilience.su.se<mailto:thorsten.blenckner at stockholmresilience.su.se>
Union representatives are Bo Ekengren (SACO), Lisbeth H�ggberg (ST), and Gunnar Stenberg (SECO) +46(0)8 162000.
Welcome with your application marked with reference number SU 618-0524-11, no later than 20 March 2011 to:
Stockholms universitet
Registrator/P�
106 91 STOCKHOLM
Or via email to: registrator at su.se<mailto:registrator at su.se>
Please include CV, a copy of your university degree(s), a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experiences and interest in the position, and any other documents you would like to include with your application.
Applications sent by e-mail should be in Word- or pdf-format. OBS! Please include the reference number SU 619-0524-11 in the message/subject line of your e-mail.
Deadline for applications: 30 March 2011.
Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and gives equal opportunity for all.
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Sustainable Business Developer, Oceans Program
La Paz, Mexico
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
Oceans Program
The mission of the Oceans Program<http://www.edf.org/page.cfm?tagID=79> is to harmonize human use with the health of the ocean, and to achieve breakthrough improvements in marine fisheries management. It does so by developing and implementing new solutions adapted from existing private sector commodity and property management approaches, and by promoting these approaches with ocean resource users and regulators.
The Gulf of California Sustainable Fisheries Project<http://www.edf.org/page.cfm?tagID=46066>: This project presents a plan developed in consultation with Mexican and US partners to:
* apply incentive-based fisheries management in a select number of fisheries in the Gulf of California,
* explore new ways to finance the costs of transition to sustainability,
* build a pipeline of candidate fisheries for cultivation and future action,
* develop the human and institutional resources required for implementation,
* and, strengthen the legal and regulatory environment that makes change possible.
EDF, the World Wildlife Fund and Noroeste Sustentable have cemented a groundbreaking partnership with CONAPESCA (Mexican Commission for Aquaculture & Fisheries Management) and INAPESCA (Mexican Institute for Fisheries) over the past two years. It represents an opportunity for creating a template for introducing incentive-based fisheries management and similar tools across Mexico and in other countries.
Overall Function
Environmental Defense Fund de Mexico is currently hiring one Sustainable Business Specialist to support the development of new market opportunities by improving selected processes, introducing efficiency & quality measures and to develop new market opportunities through improving sustainability standards & supply chain management in the Gulf of California region of Mexico.
With support from our team, the Sustainable Business Developer will work based in La Paz, BCS Mexico with EDF de Mexico Oceans team. The Business Developer will be responsible for working with fishing cooperatives, processors and distributors throughout the region to compile information, to apply business concepts and to create opportunities that increase their sustainability over time. This work will include developing and assessing plans for new products & markets, processes improvement, costs analyses and customer relationships. These will be aligned to provide the financing that cooperatives need to transition to fully operational catch shares system as a tool to sustainable management of fisheries.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, self-starter and highly motivated professional, eager to apply business skills to addressing the problem of unsustainable fishing. This position will be based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Responsibilities
* Extensive travel in the Gulf of California, Mexico, establishing trusting relationships with our stakeholders to develop on-the-ground understanding of the fisheries and cooperatives' businesses
* Conduct costs and processes analyses to gain a better understanding of the potential gains of catch shares and sustainable business concepts to stakeholders operating in these fisheries
* Assist in preparation of proposals, reports and project idea notes that improve the quality, traceability and marketability of the Gulf of California Fisheries working with fishermen and other stakeholders for sustainable fisheries
* Draft project's valuation and business plans building on existing information and generating any other data and/or formats required
* Undertake assessments to support the generation of different business tools that include uncertainty analysis related to fisheries stocks i.e. forecasting supply
* Identify value-added options for the fishery sector to enable fishermen to achieve higher value for their seafood products, including a strong inventories management, processes efficiency & quality measures and product diversification
* Communicate new business & market opportunities in the fisheries sector to potential new customers (within and outside of Mexico)
* Developing and leading training sessions with fishermen and different stakeholders to improve their business vision and processes
* Assist in translations and preparation of meetings with different stakeholders, including travel arrangements and logistics of different events
Qualifications
* Fluency in Spanish and English is required
* Independent and entrepreneurial spirit and experience
* Degree in relevant field of business management or engineering
* Strong understanding of efficiency in processes, quality improvement and competitive measures
* Demonstrated skills and experience developing different business and management tools
* Ability to work well on interdisciplinary teams with a diverse staff
* Ability to present opportunity areas in clear, concise terms to different audiences
* Ability to perform quantitative and qualitative economic analysis
* Good knowledge of Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and a diverse set of online Business Tools
* Clear and coherent oral and written communication skills
* Desire to work with fishing communities, mostly in rural areas of the Gulf of California
* Knowledge of marine and fisheries issues in the Gulf of California, preferable
* Legal eligibility to work in Mexico
Term
This is a one-year position and with the possibility of extending the term according to performance and the development of other potential initiatives
Application
Please email a resume and cover letter to senriquez at edf.org<mailto:senriquez at edf.org>.
International Applications Accepted: Yes / Able to work in Mexico
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PACIFIC ISLANDS GLOBAL OCEAN OBSERVING SYSTEM COORDINATOR (PIGOOSC)
Apia, Samoa
Applications are invited for the above position with SPREP at Apia.
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work with SPREP, one of the world's leading regional environmental organisations. The Secretariat is seeking a suitably qualified and motivated person for the role of Pacific Islands Global Ocean Observing System Coordinator. This person will focus mainly on expanding the PI-GOOS programme by identifying and securing additional funds, leading strategic programme development, and coordinating and managing the full range of activities expected of the PIGOOS programme.
Applicants should have a minimum qualification of a Bachelor degree in the field of Science, including marine and oceanography or related field with at least 5 years relevant experience specifically in dealing with marine environmental issues, at least 2 of those years working in a developing country and preferably within the public sector.
The appointment carries a competitive remuneration and benefits package. Remuneration for this post falls within Band 10 of SPREP's salary scale and will be in the range of SDR25,597 to SDR38,395. Currently, the equivalent in Samoan Tala is SAT$101,212 (USD$41,996) to SAT$151,818 (USD$62,995) per annum. Other staff entitlements include a Cost-of-Living Differential Allowance (COLDA), housing & education allowances, medical benefits, life & personal accident insurance, etc.
Full details of the PIGOOSC's responsibilities, requirements, remuneration package and lodging an application can be obtained from the Employment section of our website: www.sprep.org or by contacting the Personnel Officer on telephone: +685 21929 Ext. 230, Fax: +685 20231, or direct Email: luanac at sprep.org<mailto:luanac at sprep.org>
Applications should include:
1. A detailed curriculum vitae containing full personal details;
2. A statement to address how each Essential Selection Criteria is met;
3. Names and contact details of at least three professional referees who are prepared to provide testimonials - prefer the most recent employers and/or supervisors; and,
4. Indication of possible starting date if successful.
All applications to be clearly labeled "Application for Pacific Islands Global Ocean Observing System Coordinator". We encourage all interested applicants to send their applications through email to sprep at sprep.org. Alternatively, please send to: The Director, SPREP, P O Box 240, Apia, SAMOA.
Closing date: Friday, 11 March 2011.
Late applications and those that do not submit all the requirements stated above will not be considered.
SPREP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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STRANDING DISPATCHER
Sausalito, CA
The Marine Mammal Center, an equal opportunity, non-profit employer, is seeking a Stranding Dispatcher to join our team. The Marine Mammal Center's mission is to expand knowledge about marine mammals-their health and that of their ocean environment-and to inspire their global conservation. Our core work is the rescue and rehabilitation of sick and injured marine mammals, supported by state-of-the-art animal care and research facilities, a corps of dedicated volunteers, and an engaged community.
Reporting to the Stranding Manager, the Stranding Dispatcher is a seasonal (April to October) temporary, full-time, non-exempt position with no benefits. This position works closely with the Veterinary Science team in a department under the direction of the Veterinary Science Operations Manager.
Specific duties are as follows:
Major Responsibilities:
* Answer distressed animal hotline.
* Rotate after hour's on-call, evening, weekend and holiday coverage.
* Coordinate assessment, rescue, transport and release of all species of marine mammals.
* Respond to public questions and any concerns about distressed animals, volunteer opportunities and general inquires.
* Enter basic data into animal database.
* Update website animal's on-site page daily.
* Assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance and maintaining all supplies pertaining to the Stranding office operations.
Core Competencies -- Knowledge and Skills:
* Demonstrate excellent communications skills.
* Ability to read and interpret documents and be fluent in the English language.
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with individuals, various sized groups, and the general public.
* Awareness of laboratory safety procedures.
* Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications:
* Must be 21 years of age or older.
* Minimum of 2 years of college level education.
* Maintain a valid California Driver's License, with a clean driving record, and provide valid proof of insurance.
* Recommended related experience working with people, communications, marine mammals or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Practical computer knowledge with programs such as Excel, Outlook and Word.
* Enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated individual, able to work in office as well as field environments. Comfortable lifting 40+ pounds.
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume attention Human Resources and Operations Manager to admin at tmmc.org<mailto:admin at tmmc.org>. Please put "Stranding Dispatcher" in the subject line. Deadline for applications is March 10th, 2011. Please no phone calls or faxed submissions.
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Communications/Web Development Internship
Washington, DC
The intern will help to create and implement effective communications programs that generate awareness and build on the internet presence of the Anacostia Riverkeeper. This opportunity requires someone with skills in communication and website editing (proficiency in Drupal preferred), social media, and someone who is a proven self-starter with a demonstrated interest in environmental concerns.
Responsibilities
The Intern will work under the guidance of the Anacostia Riverkeeper's Executive Director, and he/she will implement social media updates, maintain and improve the website, and directly support the Executive
Director. Specifically, the Intern will be responsible for:
. Identifying and maintaining appropriate social media tools, using them to implement communications and conversing with the public in these forums in a professional manner
. Researching key influencers in the environmental blogging community nationally and locally
. Developing relationships with bloggers and helping them understand the Anacostia Riverkeeper's mission and successes
. Maintaining the Anacostia Riverkeeper website and making recommendations on how to improve it and increase traffic to the site
. Writing original material for the website
Skills
. College student, grad student or recent graduate with volunteer work for environmental causes or classes in sustainability
. Excellent project and time management skills, highly organized, with the ability to set and meet deadlines
. Solid communication and computer skills - proficient in MS Office, Website development (proficiency in Drupal is ideal) and social media (Facebook, Twitter)
. Excellent writing and verbal communications skills
. Ability to work collaboratively as well as autonomously
. Responds positively to change, nimble, able to change directions quickly
Applicants should be able to commit 1-2 days per week. This is an unpaid position.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and brief cover letter to liz at anacostiariverkeeper.org<mailto:liz at anacostiariverkeeper.org> with the subject "Internship". Include
any questions and your availability.
The mission of Anacostia Riverkeeper is to protect and restore the Anacostia River for all those who live, work, and play in the watershed, and to advocate for a clean healthy river for all its communities.
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Biological Technician position (May 16-Aug. 8, 2011)
NOAA/NMFS/Alaska Fishery Science Center National Marine Mammal Laboratory (NMML), Seattle, WA
Alaska Ecosystem Program/Steller sea lion field camps
Aquatic Farms (Ltd. of Honolulu, Hawaii), a contractor for The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Alaska Fishery Science Center, is soliciting cover letters and resumes for the upcoming 2011 field season to study the western stock of endangered Steller sea lions (/Eumetopias jubatus/) in Alaska. This work is part of a long-term annual population abundance and survival monitoring program. Duties include conducting counts, identifying individual sea lions by tags, brands, and natural markings, and monitoring reproduction and survival at remote field sites in Alaska. For general information about the program, visit this website: http://www.afsc.noaa.gov/nmml/alaska/
Employment will be from May 16-Aug 8, 2011. Between 1 and 6 new biological technicians will be contracted for the 2011 field season. Compensation is provided (both regular and overtime rates). Application information is listed below.
The first week of employment (May 16-21, 2011) is spent in Seattle training. Attendance is mandatory and successful completion of training is required for all field team members each season. Food and lodging in Seattle are not provided. Transportation from Seattle to and from Alaska and the field site, food, and lodging in the field are provided. Field teams are typically in Alaska for 8-10 weeks. Employment period ends at the end of the field season and there is no additional work.
Field work is conducted by 2-4 member teams in remote camps located at either Ugamak Island (eastern Aleutian Islands) or Marmot Island (central Gulf of Alaska). All personnel are expected to perform daily research duties as well as camp maintenance (chopping wood, hauling water, cooking, and compost toilet maintenance, etc.). Participants are required to stay for the duration of the field season and there are no crew changes. Field stations are remote, there are no other residents on the islands, and outside communication is limited (no cell phone coverage and no email). Researchers live in small shelters at the various sites with no running water or electricity. Field stations are accessible only by ship or helicopter.
Each camp is staffed with one field camp leader and 1-2 assistants. The camp leader serves as the senior person in the camp and generally has previous experience on this project. Field camp leaders are responsible for field camp logistics and maintenance, ensuring that research goals are met and that safety protocols are followed, ensuring that all data is entered and edited during the season, the return of field equipment and supplies, and producing an annual report at end of field season. Under the guidance of a field camp leader, field camp assistants help with camp preparation, data collection, data entry and editing, and field gear inventory and packing. All team members maintain a safe working environment for field personnel, participate in daily camp maintenance and operation, and assist with the return of field equipment and supplies at the end of the season.
Research Duties
Research is conducted outdoors 7 days per week, often in inclement weather. Temperatures at field sites can range from 35 to 85 degrees. Fog, wind, and rain are common, with occasional snow early in the season. Candidates should be prepared to hike (> 5 miles) with a large, heavy daypack, over rough and uneven terrain, steep slopes, rocky ledges, and have no fear of heights or flying in helicopters. Observation stations are located on the edge of cliffs or overlooks above the sea lions. Observers will be expected to use binoculars and
spotting scopes for long periods of time and be able to recognize markings or brands on sea lions. /There is generally no animal handling during field camp operations./ Sea lions should be unaware of the presence of biologists. Candidates should be in excellent physical condition with no pre-existing health problems such as heart disease, severe allergies, depression, debilitating asthma or other ailments that will compromise their health, the health and safety of others in the camp, or the completion of research duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be U.S. citizens and have an education in a biological science. A Bachelor?s degree in biology or
related field with previous field experience is highly recommended. Field work, employment, or life experience in very remote settings particularly in Alaska or other cold, wet climate regions is preferred. The ability to work well in a team and independently, with good communication and problem-solving skills is mandatory. Ability to follow
detailed verbal and written instructions and data protocols is mandatory. Working knowledge of personal computers including use of word processing, spreadsheets, and relational database programs such as Access is highly recommended.
Current First Aid and CPR certification is required. Wilderness First Aid is highly recommended and candidates will be given extra consideration with this certification.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2011
Please submit a cover letter and resume with employment history, education history, and the names and contact information (email and phone numbers) of three work-related references to both contacts listed below. Applicants not meeting qualification criteria or who submit incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please contact Aquatic Farms (employer) with questions regarding eligibility and compensation.
Calinda "Cal" Goo
Aquatic Farms, Ltd.
49-139 Kamehameha Hwy.
Kaneohe, HI. 96744
(808) 239-2929
FAX: (808) 239-8436
officeafl at hawaii.rr.com <mailto:officeafl at hawaii.rr.com>
With cc to: Kathryn.Chumbley at noaa.gov
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Undergraduate Internships at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab in the Marine Ecology Lab
Dauphin Island, AL
Application Deadline:
Summer Applications - March 25, 2011
Fall Applications - June 24, 2011
Position description
The Marine Ecology Lab is looking for interns to help conduct research on several on-going projects in various
nearshore benthic habitats along the Northern Gulf Coast. Research will be based out of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab located on Dauphin Island, Alabama at the mouth of Mobile Bay. Interns will work closely with Dr. Ken Heck, his lab technicians and graduate students.
We are looking for interns for both summer and fall seasons. The duration of the internship is about 3 months. The internship will have a flexible start date with summer interns starting in June and continuing through August. Fall interns will start in August and continue through November. You may apply for both seasons if you wish.
Duties and responsibilities
Interns will be required to participate heavily in field-based activities, which are sometimes characterized by long hours and potentially arduous conditions. Field research will include seagrass restoration and monitoring, juvenile snappers and gag grouper habitat assessment, and monthly sampling of restored oyster reefs near Dauphin Island, Alabama. For more information regarding current projects, please check the Marine Ecology Lab website at
http://marineecologylab.disl.org.
Applicants should have their own snorkel gear (both seasons) and wet suit (fall season only). Interns will be involved in sample collection and processing and will receive training in sampling techniques (benthic flora and fauna sampling, fisheries sampling, water column sampling, and seagrass monitoring techniques), fish and invertebrate identification, and analytical methods (chlorophyll analysis and nutrient analysis). There will also be opportunities to learn other ecological field sampling techniques in a variety of marine environments. In addition,
interns are encouraged to attend seminars on current topics in marine science hosted at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and at the University of South Alabama.
We are seeking people who are committed and enthusiastic about marine science and may be considering marine ecology as a career. This job requires long days of physically demanding field work and long hours sorting samples in the lab. Experience (although not necessary), as well as enthusiasm about marine research, are important aspects of a rewarding internship. This is a great opportunity for hands-on training in the field and laboratory.
A monthly stipend of $1400 is provided.
Eligibility
Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in marine programs (or related fields) or with marine experience are preferred. Graduating seniors are also welcome to apply. This internship is available only to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements
1) Fill out Internship application accessed at: http://marineecologylab.disl.org
2) Provide 2 letters of recommendation. These can be emailed directly to dbyron at disl.org<mailto:dbyron at disl.org> or mailed to Dottie Byron, Marine Ecology Lab Intern Program, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island, AL 36528
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Nature Play Corps Internships
Coastal North Carolina
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and the Natural Learning Initiative (NLI) at North Carolina State University are looking for 15 highly motivated, creative interns between the ages of 18 and 25 who are passionate about
working with children and families outdoors. Paid interns will spend three weeks in wildlife refuges learning to be playworkers, including designing and managing natural play and learning environments, developing pilot "play animation" programs, delivering them to visiting children and families, and learning how creative outdoor play can connect kids to the natural world. The program will include developing recommendations on how to expand this pilot project to other parks and nature centers as well as designing a future installation near the Refuge Visitor Center.
When: June 6 to June 24, 2011.
Where: Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, located in northeastern North Carolina in Dare County near Manteo and Manns Harbor; and Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, located on the north end of Hatteras Island.
Responsibilities: Interns will be trained in playwork methods, working in teams to design, manage, and deliver nature-based play programs in two events for children and families visiting the refuge. Hours will be long and
irregular, and may include some weekend responsibilities. Work conditions will be hot and humid and biting insects may be present.
Support: Housing and a $400 per week food stipend will be provided.
Living conditions: Interns will share living space equipped with air conditioner, electricity, running water, and community kitchen facilities. No pets are allowed.
Vehicle: A personal vehicle is not required. Transportation will be provided from lodging areas to the training site.
Requirements: Between the ages of 18 and 25, high school diploma or equivalent, demonstrated interest in outdoor recreation/education and parks and wildlife management, aptitude for working with children. Skill in creative or performing arts encouraged but not required.
To Apply (submission deadline February 28, notification by April 1):
1) Email your resume and Statement of Interest (see prompt at beginning of online application) to: natureplaycorps.app at gmail.com
2) Complete an online application at:
www.surveymonkey.com/s/NaturePlayCorpsApplication<http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NaturePlayCorpsApplication>
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