EES NEWSLETTER
WEEK OF JANUARY 23, 2024
EES 5010 Geoscience Seminar – 1/26/2024 – There is no seminar this week.
reminders:
- Withdraw registration:
- 25% tuition + fees: 1/22 - 1/28
- 50% tuition + fees: 1/29 - 2/4
- 75% tuition + fees: 2/5 - 2/11
- 100 tuition + fees: 2/12
- Last day to drop without a "w": 1/29/2024
- Last day - late registration undergrad/grad: 1/29/24
- MyUI course offerings/ schedule builder available fall 2024: 2/5/24
- Final exam schedule published spring 24: 2/12/24
- Degree application deadline: 2/23/24
- Late fee in effect: 2/24/24
- Plans of study - grad students due at grad college: 3/5/2024
Hawkeye experience grant for summer 2024
For summer 2024, undergraduates can apply for up to $4,000 in funds to support their living expenses while they participate in an experience in one of these categories (Internship at a for-profit, non-profit, or government entity; Internship via the Office of Study Abroad; Service-learning/Community Engagement; Research or Creative Scholarship; or Field Experience).
https://careers.uiowa.edu/hawkeye-experience-grant
Students, Faculty, & Alumni:
Distinguished Alumni Award nominations!
Since 2019 your Earth and Environmental Science Alumni Board have announced a Distinguished Alumni Awardee. A “Distinguished Alumni” is alumni with a B.S., M.S., or Ph. D. who is recognized from making significant contributions to earth and environmental sciences throughout their careers, and personified service to and passion for the discipline and community, including public outreach. All nominations are kept on file so no nominee is ever “lost” in the review and selection process. The Distinguished Alumni is announced each year at Homecoming.
Please send your nominations to Lee Phillips, EESB Chair (plphilli@uncg.edu), Brian Hartman (brianshartman@gmail.com), Chair of the Alumni Outreach Committee, which oversees this award process, and Amy Sullivan, alumni and Past EESB Chair (cajes@mindspring.com) who coordinates nominee documentation. From that point the Alumni Outreach Committee will move forward with the review and documentation process. Let’s honor our awesome alumni!
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
PROFESSIONAL/POST-GRAD
$55,128 Per Year - Full Time
The Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University is seeking a Research Lab Manager to provide diverse, essential organizational support for research and teaching on-campus and off-campus. The Department’s Integrated Laboratories for Earth and Planetary Sciences (ILEPS) are the analytical foundation for a wide range of cutting-edge research in Earth and environmental sciences. The Lab Manager will train undergraduate and graduate students in lab safety protocols and common lab methods and will partner with faculty to oversee safety and facilities maintenance. As the department’s centralized technical staff member, the Lab Manager also provides organizational support for on-campus teaching lab materials, department field trips and field courses and research expeditions, and will manage the department collections of physical specimens (e.g., rocks and minerals used for teaching) and field equipment. We seek a flexible, organized, and self-motivated candidate who is eager to support varied teaching and research activities and to learn new skills.
Minimum requirements include BS/BA in a STEM field related to Earth/environmental sciences, experience working in laboratories and field campaigns, demonstrated commitment to field and lab safety and to creating inclusive learning environments, competence with standard office software (e.g., Excel), and a valid US driver’s license with suitable driving record for approval as a NU Safe Driver. Desirable additional qualifications include experience: using and/or maintaining a range of lab and field equipment, working with databases and/or GIS, and/or planning or conducting field-based research in Earth/ environmental sciences.
The Research Lab Manager in the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences is a Full time 100% position and works on-site 3 - 5 days per week. The target hiring range for this position will be between $55,128 - $77,525 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume/CV to Job ID 49283 at https://careers.northwestern.edu/ (http://tinyurl.com/NU-EARTH-LM20242024). Application review will begin January 26, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the search may be directed to Assistant Chair Dr. Patricia Beddows, p-beddows@northwestern.edu.
Lowell Chair in Economic Geology, Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona - tucson, Arizona
The Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona invites applications for the Lowell Program (https://lpeg.geo.arizona.edu/) Chair in Economic Geology, a tenure-track faculty position to be filled at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek applicants interested in carrying out innovative education and research related to mineral resource exploration and extraction, including environmental sustainability. Arizona is a key critical metal-producing state, and the Department of Geosciences has a strong tradition of excellence and collaboration with industry in the study of mineral deposits. The Lowell Program in Economic Geology, which is within Geosciences, is an integral contributor to the new state-funded School of Mining and Mineral Resources (https://mining.arizona.edu/) that brings together mineral resources expertise from ten colleges across campus.
The successful candidate is expected to join other faculty at the University of Arizona in capitalizing on the state, private, and industry support of critical minerals studies, building a program of excellence and leadership in the instruction/mentorship of students at all levels, and in research. A requirement of the position is to innovate and coordinate training programs in mineral resource geology, ideally combining academic and industry applied experiences. A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required. Review of applications will begin March 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Required application materials include: a (1) curriculum vitae; (2) statement of teaching interests, qualifications, and vision; (3) statement of research interests and accomplishments; (4) list of at least three references (including mail and email addresses and telephone numbers) to: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/18365?c=arizona
The University of Arizona offers quality health coverage and insurance, tuition reduction, retirement savings plans, family resources, discounts and more (https://hr.arizona.edu/employees-affiliates/benefits). We value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equitable employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Director, Iowa Flood Center - The University of Iowa - Iowa City, Iowa
Closing date: Mar 19, 2024
The College of Engineering at the University of Iowa invites applications for the position of director of the Iowa Flood Center at IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering. We seek a visionary leader and innovative scholar to direct and manage a team of faculty, research engineers, graduate assistants, and staff to build on the success of the Iowa Flood Center and expand its research portfolio, outreach and communications programs, and scientific and societal impact.
This position is both an administrative leadership position and an opportunity to join the faculty of the University of Iowa College of Engineering. The director of the Iowa Flood Center is expected to serve as a faculty member in the College of Engineering and will hold an academic appointment at the associate professor or professor rank with tenure in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE). The director and faculty position will begin August 2024.
The Iowa Flood Center and CEE are deeply committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive environment for all our faculty, staff, and students since this contributes to robust exchanges of ideas and the development of everyone’s potential. We aim to recruit, mentor, and retain the most talented and diverse faculty and staff, and we recognize that this includes providing opportunities for employees to build a career and build a life at Iowa (https://worklife.uiowa.edu).
Preliminary inquiries for additional information are encouraged and should be directed to the search committee chair. Review of applications will begin on February 19, 2024.
The Application Package
- A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and qualifications to lead the Iowa Flood Center
- A current CV
- Representative research publications
- Three equally important supporting statements:
- Research Statement - Explain your research philosophy and present your plan for establishing and maintaining a recognized and well-funded research program.
- Teaching Statement - Explain your teaching philosophy and describe a plan for maintaining continuous improvement in teaching and mentoring.
- Broader Impact Statement - This statement could include engagement with and support for underserved individuals, groups, and/or communities; enhancement of public awareness and literacy of science and technology; contributions to or planned efforts for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Describe how your research, teaching, mentoring and/or professional service advance these activities.
Note that three references will be requested from finalist candidates at a later date.
Successful candidates will be required to disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, along with a related release. Successful candidates will also be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Education Requirement: Ph.D. in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or a related discipline with qualifications that merit an appointment to Associate Professor or Professor.
Required Qualifications:
- Expertise in at least one of the CEE’s research focus areas, as demonstrated by relevant publications.
- Excellent leadership and team-management skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Expertise for developing and maintaining a nationally recognized, externally funded research program as director of the Iowa Flood Center.
- Enthusiasm for developing and teaching courses in the Civil and Environmental Engineering curriculum.
- Demonstrated commitment to effective teaching and mentoring of students, including efforts for continuous improvement.
- Evidence of sustained contributions to broader societal impacts.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Training and expertise that complements or enhances our research strengths or expands our strengths in emerging areas of flood prediction and mitigation.
- Demonstrated success in engaging with the public and a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success working with diverse groups, faculty, students, and staff.
- Dedication to assisting students overcome barriers to an academic career or degree.
- Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Evidence of the ability to attract research funding.
Online Application Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Name and Contact Information of References
- Letter of Interest
- Supporting Attachments
- Representative research publications
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Broader Impact Statement
- Number of References: 3
Contact: Jennifer Rumping (jennifer-rumping@uiowa.edu) - Phone: 319-335-5646
Department URL: https://engineering.uiowa.edu/cee
Assistant or Associate Professor in Critical Minerals for the Energy Transition– Tenure Track
Washington State University - Pullman, Washington
$75,000.00 - $110,000.00 Commensurate with Experience - Full Time
The School of the Environment at Washington State University on the Pullman, Washington Campus invites applications from emerging scholars to join our community as a permanent, full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty in critical minerals and mineral resources at the Assistant or Associate Professor level as part of an 8-position cluster hire for the newly established Institute for Northwest Energy Futures (INEF). Our planet's rapidly changing climate dictates that we must quickly transition to a carbon-neutral energy future. This transition will require an increasing supply of mineral resources containing critical minerals, such as lithium, copper, nickel, aluminum, zinc, cobalt, manganese, platinum, and rare-earth elements. For this position, we seek applicants who work on fundamental Earth science questions related to critical minerals sources, the processes that concentrate and transport elements, and the economic viability of their extraction and production—all done within an equitable, just, sustainable, and environmentally sound framework. We seek applicants in research areas that include, but are not limited to, economic geology, ore deposit formation, the role of fluids in critical mineral formation, or critical zone science with a focus on environmental and shallow crustal mineral forming processes. We are particularly interested in candidates who conduct research with innovative experimental, geochemical, geochronological, and other analytical techniques enabled by the School of the Environment's existing laboratories. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will begin the appointment on August 16, 2024.
Job duties: The hired individual will be expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and graduate courses and play an important role in recruiting undergraduate Earth science majors; (ii) publish research in high-impact, peer-reviewed outlets; (iii) develop an externally-funded research program; (iv) recruit and mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students and undergraduate research assistants; (v) work collaboratively with other faculty, staff, and students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds; and (vi) serve university, professional, and/or public organizations. The workload of this position will be 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service. Screening of applications will begin after the close date for applications, which is January 31st 2024. To learn more and apply, visit www.wsu.edu/jobs and enter R-10909 in the search bar. WSU is an EO/AA Educator and Employer
Salary/Benefits: Assistant Professor Rank: $82,500-90,000 per nine-month academic year;
Associate Professor Rank: $95,000 - $110,000 per nine-month academic year
Geology Instructor - University of Tennessee at Martin - Martin, Tennessee
The Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources at the University of Tennessee at Martin invites applications for a 3-year term appointment as a Geology Instructor. This is a 9-month position with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024.
Primary responsibilities include the teaching of introductory geoscience courses and upper-division undergraduate courses. Additional responsibilities include undergraduate advising, student recruitment, scholarly activity, committee service, and public service.
Ph.D. in geology is preferred, but experienced ABD candidates will be considered. The successful candidate must demonstrate an exceptional ability to teach introductory-level and advanced undergraduate-level geology courses. The most-preferred candidates will exhibit the ability to teach courses in paleobiology, marine geology, and oceanography. Such candidates should also be able to incorporate GIS, geochemistry, and/or sustainability practices into their courses. Opportunities exist to teach special topics courses and develop travel-study/study abroad opportunities related to the candidate’s strengths. The willingness to participate in geoscience education outreach and undergraduate research is a plus. Evidence of effective oral and written communication in English is required. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a long-term basis. After the three-year term, there is the possibility of renewing the contract and/or moving into a tenure-track assistant professor position dependent on student enrollment, degree status, and progress in the position.
The Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources at UT Martin offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, Geosciences, Natural Resources Management, and Veterinary Science and Technology. Concentrations in Geoscience include Meteorology, Geology, and Geosystems with GIS and Earth Science options. Agriculture concentrations include: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science, and Agricultural Engineering Technology. Concentrations in Natural Resources Management include: Wildlife Biology, Park and Recreation Administration, Environmental Management, and Soil and Water Conservation. Current enrollment is 1,100 students with 33 full-time faculty and staff members. The Department operates a 650-acre teaching complex to support faculty class and laboratory needs, including two remote weather stations – one on campus and one at the Coon Creek Science Center near Adamsville, Tennessee.
Qualified candidates must apply online at https://app.perfectforms.com/PresentationServer/App.aspx/Play/FI9ggAIF?f=FI9ggAIF&n=cf7dda55346d41f4b63c14acb7e2ef and click on faculty vacancies. Candidates will need to attach a cover letter that addresses the requirements of the position, a current curriculum vita, and official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate college work. Three letters of reference should be sent to: Dr. Stan Dunagan, Geology Search Committee Chair, 256 Brehm Hall, Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources, The University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, TN 38238 (sdunagan@utm.edu)
Assistant Professor of Surficial Geology - Minot State University - Minot, North Dakota
$53,000.00 - $62,000.00 Commensurate with Experience - Full Time
The Department of Geosciences at Minot State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in surficial geology and GIS. The appointment will be at the assistant professor level starting fall 2024. A PhD in geological sciences or related field (e.g., physical geography) by time of appointment is expected. A broad, field-based background in surficial processes and combined with a strong background in GIS/remote sensing is preferred. Teaching expectations include: upper-level geomorphology; introductory GIS and perhaps other GIS-related courses; and contribution to introductory geology courses and field-trip based regional geology courses. Engagement of undergraduate students in research is also expected. More details, including department resources can be found online at www.minotstateu.edu/geology or in the online job application that can be found at www.minotstateu.edu/hr/jobs. Review of applications will begin on February 29, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Minot State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity and veterans preference employer.
$54,000 - $60,000 Per Year - Full Time
The Environmental Sciences Department at the University of Montana Western seeks a field-based fluvial geomorphologist specializing in fluvial systems and soil science who is a passionate teacher and student-centered researcher. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to use Montana Western’s unique immersion scheduling model (Experience One) to engage undergraduate students in field and project learning as a part of their teaching and research agenda. Our immersion-scheduling model, where students take, and faculty teach, a single class at a time, is central to the mission of the campus and an unparalleled opportunity for a talented and creative educator to merge research with student learning. Successful candidates will be able to clearly demonstrate how they will engage students in place-based field projects using the natural lab that is southwest Montana.
The Environmental Sciences Department consists of an interdisciplinary group of geoscientists dedicated to getting students into the field to work on real projects of value to society. We are good at what we do, having recently ranked the 5th best environmental sciences program in the nation by Schools.com, and strive for continual improvement. We prepare our students to lead successful careers with natural resource management agencies, land conservation organizations, and private industries as environmental scientists, managers, sustainability specialists, and naturalists. Post-graduation placements from our programs are extremely high with an increasing number of students pursuing graduate programs. We also foster a family atmosphere, which we consider essential to student success and a positive faculty work environment.
As an undergraduate-serving institution, the candidate should be an engaging and dedicated teacher who is committed to undergraduate student learning and success through fieldwork and project-based research, especially using local field resources. Providing students with authentic practice in the discipline is central to our experiential focus. Teaching responsibilities include upper-level courses in hydrology, surficial processes, GIS & remote sensing, and soil science, and lower-level courses in physical and environmental geology. The teaching load is 12 semester credits, which are taught during three of four blocks per semester. The fourth block is for required professional development activities, including publishing results from class-based research, writing grants to further undergraduate research, collaborating with community partners, and presenting at professional meetings. The successful candidate will be able to advise, mentor, and support students, and supervise internships and senior theses as well as serve on campus committees and be an active member of the Montana Western campus community.
Requirements
- Doctorate (ABD considered) in geomorphology, hydrology, or a related geoscience field.
- Demonstrated ability to merge research with field and project teaching using local resources and our unique immersion block, Experience One, scheduling system.
- Demonstrated commitment to field-based, experiential learning and innovative undergraduate education, especially utilizing the natural lab that is southwest Montana.
Preferred
- Demonstrated evidence of excellence in undergraduate, project-based teaching.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate research and obtaining support funding.
Application
Review of applications will begin January 22nd, 2024 but will remain open until the position is filled.
All application materials should be submitted as a single PDF file with page numbers. Candidates will need to successfully complete interview(s), where teaching evaluations may be requested.
A complete application includes:
- Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable
- A Teaching Philosophy Statement (less than 2 pages)
- A Research Statement (less than 2 pages)
- A Diversity Statement (less than 2 pages)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
- Official or Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required at time of hire)
Questions can be made to Dr. Arica Crootof at: Arica.Crootof@umwestern.edu.
Research Associate - H2 University of Oklahoma Norman, Oklahoma
Description: The Oklahoma Geological Survey (OGS) is seeking a Research Associate to participate in a two-year DOE-funded project on Hydrogen (H2) geostorage, in collaboration with Gas-Technology-Institute (GTI) and Pacific Northwest National Labs (PNNL). The project will involve assessing and modeling sites for future storage of hydrogen fuel, using techniques common in petroleum engineering/geology. The Research Associate will compile existing data and samples from the Oklahoma Geological Survey data and sample repository, collaborate with Pacific Northwest National Labs on core-scale experimentation, and use software packages like Petrel and Arc-GIS to develop geologic models to assess H2 storage potential. The appointment has two-years of guaranteed funding with opportunities for future funding.
Qualifications: Ph.D., or M.Sc. with experience, in Geosciences or Engineering with a focus on subsurface storage and/or flow modeling. Proficiency in Petrel and familiarity with Arc-GIS software packages preferred. Some record of publications, funding history or equivalent industry experience, is desirable.
Application Instructions: Submit application along with the following: letter of intent, 2-page C.V., and contact information for 3 references to this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/137596
Application Process: This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
Research Associate - Carbon Capture and Storage - University of Oklahoma - Norman, Oklahoma
Description: The Oklahoma Geological Survey (OGS) is seeking a Research Associate to participate in a two-year DOE-funded project on Carbon Management. The project will involve assessing and modeling sites for future storage of CO2, using techniques common in Petroleum Engineering/Geology. The Research Associate will compile existing data and samples from the Oklahoma Geological Survey data and sample repository, and use software packages like Petrel and Arc-GIS to develop geologic models to assess CO2 storage potential. The Research Associate will interact with five Oklahoma Geological Survey staff and University of Oklahoma faculty, and two Research Assistants tasked with geophysical monitoring and integrating communities from around the state of Oklahoma and Native American communities. The appointment has two-years of guaranteed funding with opportunities for future funding.
Qualifications: Ph.D., or M.Sc. with experience, in Geosciences or Engineering with a focus on subsurface storage and/or flow modeling. Proficiency in Petrel and familiarity with Arc-GIS software packages preferred. Some record of publications, funding history or equivalent industry experience, is desirable.
Application Instructions: Submit application along with the following: a letter of intent, 2-page C.V., and contact information for 3 references to the link here: http://apply.interfolio.com/137606
Application Process: This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
INTERNSHIP, RESEARCH, SCHOLARSHIP, FELLOWSHIP, & GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
INTERNSHIP
Anna Beal conservation internship 2024 - the nature conservancy
TITLE: Anna Beal Conservation Internship
JOB FAMILY: Volunteer - $5,900 scholarship offered
DURATION: 11 Weeks: May 20 – August 2, 2024
DEADLINE: Open till filled
Interns will receive a $5,900 educational scholarship, paid by the Anna Beal Trust of Waterloo, to an Iowa school after completing 11 weeks of stewardship work throughout the state on Conservancy preserves and public agency properties.
This internship is an opportunity for Iowa students from any educational background to learn about Iowa’s natural landscapes. Interns will develop basic land stewardship skills through hands-on experience in a wide range of ecosystems, providing a good base of essential skills and knowledge to work in conservation. Along the way, interns will have the opportunity to broaden their experiences through interactions with Conservancy staff, conservation partners, and by attending natural resources events.
This work will be a valuable step toward future career paths in land stewardship, fire management, research, biology, and ecology, to name a few. Previous interns have gone on to work in various positions within The Nature Conservancy, as well as with local, state, and federal agencies, academia, other nonprofit organizations, and natural resource contracting.
UT Austin's REU InSTRUCT summer research program - University of Texas at Austin. Austin - Texas
The application for the 2024 Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program, with the theme of Inclusive Student Training in Rapidly Urbanizing Climate-sensitive Terrains (InSTRUCT), is now open! Applications are due by February 5, 2024. The program dates are May 28, 2024 – August 2, 2024.
UT Austin’s summer undergraduate research program offers a fantastic opportunity for students to engage in environmental science and sustainability research. The program is hosted by the Environmental Science Institute at the University of Texas at Austin. Students will be given a total stipend of $6000 over the 10-week program, and there are additional funds to offset the cost of travel and food.
The program is aimed at rising juniors and seniors and is open to students who are U.S. citizens and permanent resident in good academic standing. We especially invite applications from members of traditionally underserved groups. All rising juniors and seniors are welcome to apply.
See more information here
Apply here: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IUtwTaGurWNzeK
$5,800 Per Year - Internship
Arctic REU Greenland is an NSF REU site for summer 2024. Research integrates aspects of field and laboratory research in structural geology, earthquake geology, arctic environmental change from lake core sediments, geomicrobiology, and glaciology. The REU includes full travel expenses and stipends for field and laboratory work June 20 to Aug 7, and some online meetings in April and May, 2024.
Applications from first-generation students, veterans, and members of under-represented groups are encouraged. Find more information and apply online on our website by Feb 12, 2024 at https://www.arcticreu.earth.
Contact: Dr. Joe Allen allenj@concord.edu.
RESESS; Earth Science, Geophysics, Seismology, Geodesy, Undergraduate Research Internship PAID
EarthScope Consortium Boulder, Colorado
$17.00 Per Hour - Internship
Devoted to increasing diversity in Earth science. The RESESS internship program aims to increase the number of students from groups that are underrepresented in the geosciences relative to their proportions in the general population.
The program aims to offer students genuine research exposure, professional development, and insight into geoscience careers, focusing on geophysics. Our goal is to include a diverse range of geophysical projects, constituting over 50% of student assignments during the 11-week program. Interns have the option to select from two cohort models and are provided with housing, a stipend, and funding for a fall meeting.
The first, named by location (e.g., Boulder), places students together in shared housing, each working on individual projects with faculty mentorship on nearby campuses. The second model, “Satellite,” involves students dispersed nationwide, collaborating with mentors at EarthScope Consortium institutions (e.g., University of Washington). They attend virtual professional development seminars and build in-person communities on research campuses.
The program begins with an EarthScope intern orientation week, bringing together interns, researchers, alumni, and staff. This week highlights career opportunities, includes safety training, discusses mentor/mentee relationships, and fosters cohort building. Students can choose from two paths of activities during the week, with shared meals and field trips.
The program strives to reduce barriers to geoscience research participation by supporting students with limited opportunities, from historically excluded groups, or in unsupportive environments. This includes providing housing, stipends, education on professional environments, inclusive mentors, feedback opportunities, a connected cohort, and networking assistance.
Applications are due FEB 15. All applications must be submitted through our application portal on submittable.
https://earthscope.submittable.com/submit
Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident and over 18 years of age.
Graduating Seniors are eligible to apply.
If you have any questions please reach out to Internships@earthscope.org
Closing date: Feb 15, 2024
The Department of Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (ESE) at the University at Albany (UAlbany), State University of New York invites applications for international summer research internships sponsored by the National Science Foundation International Research Experiences for Students (NSF-IRES) program.
The overall goal of the IRES summer program (10-week) is to encourage U.S. undergraduate and graduate students, primarily from underrepresented minorities, women and first-generation/low-income students in conducting research on emerging air quality issues in the megacity of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Each year a cohort of 8 diverse students participate in pre-departure virtual training (two weeks), visit Bangladesh for seven weeks and one week (in-person) post-trip follow-up in the U.S. In each cohort, each student will work on an individual project to address one unifying research theme – harnessing low-cost techniques to improve air quality.
Specific objectives are to:
- broaden the international research experience and global awareness of the U.S. students,
- increase students’ skills and knowledge on air pollution issues and potential solutions,
- enhance their competencies in intercultural communication, self-confidence, and leadership,
- develop environmental literacy and interest among underrepresented students in choosing career in STEM fields, and
- strengthen and leverage collaborations with international institutions.
Financial Support
- Stipend: $3,500 for undergraduates ($500/week) and $4,200 for graduate students ($600/week)
- Travel: support for international and local travels
- Subsistence: housing and meals provided
How to Apply: Please complete an application form online (https://www.albany.edu/cnse/nsf-ires) and submit copy of your transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) and resume to ires-air@albany.edu. The application deadline is February 1, 2024.
RESEARCH
Paid Summer Research Opportunity - Atmospheric Sciences, REALM REU
University of Utah, Atmospheric Sciences - Salt lake City, UT
You will get a $6000 stipend for 10 weeks, a $1000 travel allowance, housing is paid for the entire 10 weeks and add research experience on your CV.
The Research Experience in Alpine Meteorology (REALM) will rely on the natural scientific laboratory, provided by the nearby Wasatch Mountains and adjacent urban areas, to enhance student awareness of societal challenges, such as water availability and air quality, that requires an understanding of the influence of alpine terrain on weather and climate processes.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Utah is the leading program for weather and climate education and research in the Intermountain West and is recognized internationally for its expertise in atmospheric studies related to mountain environments, including measurement, analysis and prediction of orographic precipitation; fire weather applications; and air quality.
The objectives for REALM are to:
- Engage students in full-time active research.
- Provide professional development opportunities for students.
- Motivate students towards STEM careers by constructing an engaging, inclusive, and supportive cohort experience that includes exposing them through site visits to employment opportunities in the weather, water, and climate enterprise.
- Improve students' science literacy and oral and written communication skills.
REALM has been designed to welcome and support underrepresented students from a variety of backgrounds in a highly inclusive environment. Applications from minority serving institutions and 2-year institutions are strongly encouraged.
FELLOWSHIP
Steve Fossett Postdoctoral Fellowship - Washington University in St. Louis - St. Louis, Missouri
$70,000 Per Year - Full Time
The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in Saint Louis invites applications for the Steve Fossett Postdoctoral Fellowship. The Department seeks outstanding candidates who will strengthen and complement existing areas of study, including terrestrial and planetary geology, geochemistry, geophysics, geobiology, and climate science. Candidates will be encouraged to collaborate directly with faculty and students within the Department, and will be invited to lead a seminar in their area of expertise.
This competitive postdoc is awarded for a one-year period, which may be extended to a second year. The annual salary is $70,000 with additional research funds of $6,000 per year. The appointment is anticipated to begin on or around July 1, 2024.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Earth, planetary, or climate science or a related field at the time of appointment, and have a record of excellent scholarship. The ideal candidate will have trans-disciplinary interests, and will interact scientifically with a broad spectrum of the Department's members.
Application Instructions: Applicants should include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae (including full publication list), a two- to four-page statement of research interests, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Prof. William McKinnon (mckinnon@wustl.edu). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by February 7, 2024.
Please see: https://apply.interfolio.com/138677
UPCOMING EVENTS
CAMPUS EVENTS
The Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative (HELI) at the University of Iowa College of Law is hosting a series of events this spring semester that will explore the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act in Iowa, climate resilience and justice, international environmental enforcement, and land conservation in Iowa and the Midwest region after Sackett v. EPA.
Registration is available for each event at the links below. Each event has a virtual and in person attendance option. All events are free and open to the public.
With questions, contact the HELI team at lawmail-HELI@uiowa.edu.
Feb. 16: 10AM - 4PM: The Inflation Reduction Act in Iowa: Implementing the Clean Energy and Climate Provisions
- The "Inflation Reduction Act in Iowa: Implementing the Clean Energy and Climate Provisions" panel series will be held in the Boyd Law Building on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Join HELI, the UI Labor Center, and the Iowa Environmental Council for a series of panels discussing the Inflation Reduction Act in Iowa. Panels will focus on national trends in the landmark climate legislation, state and local opportunities currently underway, and labor and wages in Iowa.
- Registration for this event is open. Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance.
Feb. 23: 12:45 - 1:45P: Rob Verchick: "The Octopus in the Parking Garage: A Call for Climate Resilience" Book Talk
- On Friday, February 23, 2024 HELI will welcome to campus author and leading climate law scholar Rob Verchick. Verchick will give a talk on his new book: The Octopus in the Parking Garage: A Call for Climate Resilience which was recently awarded Choice Outstanding Academic Title for 2023. The talk will explore what climate resilience has looked like throughout history, and what society can do to adapt and thrive, while emphasizing why climate resilience is a necessary step towards climate justice.
- Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance. Registration for this event is open here
March 18: 12:45 - 1:45PM: International Perspectives on Environmental Enforcement: Plastics, Climate, Monitoring Technologies, Environmental Justice and More
- On Monday, March 18, 2024 join HELI in welcoming LeRoy Paddock (77JD) to campus to reflect on the work occurring at the International Network for Environmental Compliance and Enforcement, in preparation for the International Summit on Environmental Compliance and Enforcement in Queensland, Australia in November 2024. Lee will focus on plastics, climate, monitoring, and environmental justice.
- Food and beverages will be available for those who register in advance. Registration for this event is open here
- In April 2024, HELI will convene partners from the national, regional, and local scales for a series of panels discussing land conservation in Iowa and the Midwest region after Sackett v. EPA. The exact date is TBA, but will be announced soon.
- Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance. Registration for this event is open here
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