EES NEWSLETTER
WEEK OF DECEMBER 12, 2023
There is no seminar this week. Good luck on finals!
this is the last newsletter of Fall 2023.
see you in spring!
reminders:
- Final Exam Week: 12/11 - 12/15
- Fall 2023 Commencements: 12/14 - 12/17
- Main Office Winter Hours: 8AM - 4PM, effective 12/18 - 1/12/2024
- Trowbridge Hall Winter building hours: 6AM – 5PM, Monday – Friday, effective 12/18 - 1/12/2024
- Upcoming University Holidays, office closed:
- 12/25 - 12/26/2023, 1/1/2024, 1/15/2024
STUDENT, 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. (Distinguished Alumni Award | Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu))
Please send your nominations to Lee Phillips, EESB Chair (plphilli@uncg.edu), Brian Hartman (brianshartman@gmail.com) since he's the 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
UNDERGRAD/ENTRY-LEVEL
MS Student Opportunities, University of Akron - Akron, Ohio
The Dept. of Geosciences, Univ. of Akron, Ohio has graduate assistantships available starting in fall 2024 for students who have the drive and curiosity to succeed in graduate school. Examples of the on-going research include studies in geo-biology, environmental geology, cave studies, climate records contained in lake sediments, rock mechanics and structural geology. Interested students may contact Dr. Caleb Holyoke at cholyoke@uakron.edu for more information and apply online at https://www.uakron.edu/graduate/admissions/apply
Multiple Graduate Student Positions - UNLV Department of Geoscience
Employer: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Department of Geoscience
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Closing date: Jan 9, 2024
We are recruiting graduate (MS or PhD) students interested in hydrology and environmental geochemistry to join the Department of Geoscience at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, starting in Fall 2024!
Students will work with either Dr. Hannes Bauser or Dr. Zach Perzan. Possible research topics include:
- Predicting water quality changes in the Colorado River Basin through modeling and machine learning
- Upscaling heterogeneous evaporation fluxes in arid lands
- Investigating controls on managed aquifer recharge using geophysical data, machine learning and hydrologic models
- Monitoring floodplain biogeochemistry using novel in situ sensors
- Modeling water quality in arid watersheds
For more details, please see https://bauser.faculty.unlv.edu and https://zperzan.github.io
Students with a background in geoscience, chemistry, engineering or other related fields are encouraged to apply. Previous coding or research experience is a strong plus, but not a strict requirement. Please email both Hannes Bauser (hannes.bauser@unlv.edu) and Zach Perzan (zach.perzan@unlv.edu) with your CV and some information on your research interests. Be sure to reach out well before the application deadline (February 1, 2024) so that we can see if it would be a good fit.
Successful applicants will join the Department of Geoscience at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas — one of the top Geoscience programs in the West. In addition, Las Vegas is an affordable city with a ton to do, ranging from mountain biking and rock climbing to music festivals and a great food scene. In fact, Vegas has better access to more national parks than any other city in the U.S.! More information about the UNLV graduate program in Geoscience can be found here.
Employer: University of Connecticut Department of Natural Resources
Location: Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut
Salary: https://ovpr.uconn.edu/services/sps/proposals/proposal-preparation/general-cost-principles/budgeting
Closing date: Jan 5, 2024
Position Description: The UConn NRE Ecohydrology lab (http://www.jamesknightonhydrology.com/) is recruiting one full time Master’s student with possible start dates of September 1, 2024 or January 1, 2025. The position is fully funded to carry out research on hydrological modeling, nutrient transport, and outreach to northeastern US farmers.
Overview: The graduate student will work in the Ecohydrology Lab under the supervision of Assistant Professor James Knighton and collaborate with scientists from American Farmland Trust (AFT) and the University of Vermont (UVM). Our research project will involve the development and calibration of Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT+) models of agricultural systems. The SWAT+ models will be used to evaluate a suite of Best Management Practices (BMP) for retaining nutrients on farms and improving crop yields. We will aggregate model outputs and build a tool that allows farmers to rapidly estimate the benefits of implementing different combinations of BMPs on their farms. We will participate in collaborative workshops with AFT, UVM, and regional farmers to refine the tool and assist farmers in designing nutrient management plans. We will communicate our research findings to these organizations and discuss the potential for integration of research into further on-farm environmental management efforts. The prospective student will also gain experience in teaching and grant writing.
PROFESSIONAL/POST-GRAD
Assistant Professor of Geosciences - Colorado Mesa University - Grand Junction, Colorado
Colorado Mesa University is hiring an Assistant Professor of Geosciences for a full-time, tenure track role within the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, teaching undergraduate Geosciences courses, with an emphasis on igneous and/or metamorphic petrology. Expertise in energy transition resources, such as critical minerals and ore deposits, and/or volcanic hazards is preferred. The Geosciences program values field-based experiential education. The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, and involvement in scholarship, advising, mentoring, and departmental and professional service is expected.
Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Geological Sciences, with consideration for ABD candidates. Research expertise in petrology with a focus on ore deposits, energy transition, and/or volcanology and volcanic hazards is required. Preferred qualifications include teaching experience, familiarity with XRD and XRF equipment, and experience in field-based experiential learning projects.
The salary ranges from $55,000.00 to $58,000.00, with a comprehensive health and retirement benefits package. The application deadline is January 12, 2024.
To apply or see full job ad, please visit https://apptrkr.com/4856395
Assistant Professor (Mineralogy/Petrology/Critical Mineral Resources) , Wichita State University -
The Department of Geology at Wichita State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in mineralogy and/or petrology beginning August 2024. In particular, we seek a candidate with research expertise related to the occurrence, extraction, or use of critical minerals. In addition to developing an externally funded research program, successful candidates will be expected to teach introductory, major, and graduate level classes. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in the Geosciences, an established record of publication commensurate with the applicant's career stage and is expected to complement our existing departmental strengths in low-temperature geochemistry, hydrogeology, geospatial analysis, petroleum geology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology and interact with broader segments of the WSU community.
Candidates must go on line at http://jobs.wichita.edu to apply for the position. Interested applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three references. Applicants should also send copies of relevant publications to the Search Committee Chair, Department of Geology, 1845 Fairmount Ave., Wichita State University, Wichita, KS 67260-0027. We will begin review of applications after November 30, 2023; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Wichita State University does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs or activities on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Geoscience
Washington and Lee University - Lexington, Virginia
The Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences at Washington and Lee University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Geoscience, beginning July 1, 2024. This position carries a 6-course teaching load distributed over Fall and Winter terms (12 weeks each), and the university’s signature 4-week Spring Term. The position is open to candidates with expertise in any area of geoscience. Courses taught will include Physical Geology and additional general education courses in topics related to the candidate’s expertise, and potentially a course at the majors level. The department has a strong desire in enhancing diversity and we enthusiastically welcome applications from members of groups underrepresented in the geosciences.
Washington and Lee University promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in teaching and for vigorous scholarship. In keeping with the University Strategic Plan, we welcome applications from underrepresented minority candidates and members of other communities that are traditionally underrepresented in academia.
Washington and Lee University is a highly selective, independent, co-educational, liberal arts college of approximately 1850 undergraduate and 400 law students and located in Lexington, VA, three hours southwest of Washington, DC. W&L is consistently ranked among the top national liberal arts colleges. The Earth and Environmental Geoscience Department (geology.wlu.edu) has excellent facilities and resources, makes great use of the Appalachians in field courses and labs, and is a member of the Keck Geology Consortium.
Qualifications
Preferred candidates will hold a Ph.D. or have ABD status.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin on February 16, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit: a letter of application demonstrating the ability to work with a diverse student population, a CV, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a research statement, and contact information for three references. All materials should be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/137611. For more information, you may contact Lisa Greer at greerl@wlu.edu.
Visiting Young Scientist - Dartmouth college
Employer: Dartmouth College
Location: Dartmouth College
Closing date: Feb 4, 2024
A visiting appointment for a recent Ph.D. scientist is available at Dartmouth College. The appointment would be for up to 6 months starting August or earlier in 2024. The position includes teaching in the departments of Physics and Astronomy, Engineering, or Earth Sciences. Extension of appointment may be possible using appropriate sponsored research projects. To qualify, candidates must be U.S. citizens engaged in research related to space science, planetary science, astrophysics, remote sensing, aerospace technology, or technology dependent on space-based platforms. To apply, send a 1-2 page summary of short-term and long-term (career) teaching and research goals, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to: Visiting Young Scientist, c/o James LaBelle, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Dartmouth College, 6127 Wilder Hall, Hanover, NH 03755, or via email to james.w.labelle@dartmouth.edu. For more information, e-mail james.w.labelle@dartmouth.edu. Applications will be reviewed starting January22, 2024. The position is funded by NASA NH Space Grant. Dartmouth College is committed to diversity in hiring, and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
INTERNSHIP, RESEARCH, SCHOLARSHIP, FELLOWSHIP, & GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
INTERNSHIP
Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Location : WPC- 7525 Bertram Rd SE Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Temporary
Department: Utilities
Division: Water Pollution Control
Opening Date: 12/05/2023
Closing Date: 1/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: THS
Are you starting your career in the Utilities/ Water Pollution Control area? Would you like to gain lifelong experiences working as an Intern for the City of Cedar Rapids? In this position the candidate would have to be self-motivated, punctual, and eager to learn. The candidate would also need attention detail skills and be able to follow direct and policies in a safe manor. The City is looking to hire an intern who would assist the WPC Operations staff in testing and evaluating the processes to sustain on-going Water Pollution Control program. If you are interested in this role, please apply.
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!
About this Opportunity
Assists WPC Operations staff in the testing and evaluation of processes to sustain on-going Water Pollution Control programs for the City of Cedar Rapids.
Examples of Essential Duties
- Collects wastewater/groundwater samples from a variety of point sources and delivers them to the laboratory for processing as per standard operating procedures;
- Reads and records data from recorders, gauges, computer console and various instrumentation;
- Records operational data and observations;
- Runs pumps, air compressors and motor drives to do job;
- Performs data entry related to respective daily work assignments;
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
- Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
- Performs related work as required.
Acceptable Experience and Training:
- 1-2 years of technical training or study towards a degree in chemistry, biology, physical sciences, or water environmental technology preferred or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training in the water or wastewater treatment industry, which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Required Special Qualifications:
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Additional Information
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
Agency: City of Cedar Rapids
Address: 101 First Street SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52401
Phone: 319-286-5000
Website: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/
A paid undergraduate summer research experience centered around space-based instrumentation for observing Earth and space.
Students will build small instrument payloads integrated onto drone and high-altitude aerial platforms to take measurements of the Earth below and the atmosphere and space environment above.
No prior experience in hardware, instrumentation, or electronics is necessary. This hands-on experience is designed for all students who have an interest in Earth, atmospheric, solar, and space science.
July 10 - 27, 2024 - Iowa City, Iowa
Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
https://edgeofspace.sites.uiowa.edu/
$500/week
living expenses $100/week
food expenses Fully covered
housing and travel
RESEARCH
The School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Tech is now accepting applications for our Summer 2024 REU program
The program is 10 weeks long, starting on Sunday, May 19th, 2024 and ending on Friday, July 26th, 2024. The application is due Thursday, February 15th, 2024.
***Note that this program for next summer is contingent on receiving renewal funding from NSF, and we will update the status of this ASAP on our REU website. If the program is not funded, this will either lead to a significant reduction in accepted applicants or cancellation of the program.***
This REU program is designed for undergraduate students interested in acquiring research experiences within one or more of the following fields - note that students do not have to have any prior experience within these fields to be eligible for our research program:
- Atmospheric Chemistry
- Dynamics of Weather and Climate
- Biogeochemistry
- Geophysics
- Oceanography and Climate
- Paleoclimate
- Space and Planetary Science
- Remote Sensing
Selected participants will receive a $7,000 stipend along with housing on campus throughout the duration of the 10-week program.
To apply, please visit our EAS REU website: https://easreu.eas.gatech.edu/
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at zachary.handlos@eas.gatech.edu.
Center for Oldest Ice Exploration (COLDEX) REU program student researchers needed!
Employer: Center for Oldest Ice Exploration
Location: One of our COLDEX research institutions: https://coldex.org/about
Salary: $6000 stipend, housing cost covered, travel covered to host location and 2 research conferences
Closing date: Jan 6, 2024
The Center for Oldest Ice Exploration (COLDEX) is excited to announce that applications are OPEN for the Summer 2024 COLDEX Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program!
During your COLDEX REU experience, you will work with ice core scientists and researchers to answer questions that will help in our mission to find the oldest ice in Antarctica and make important contributions to our understanding of Earth's climate history.
Applications are open to current undergraduate students. Due to NSF funding, participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Note: this REU does not include travel to Antarctica.
Student participants will receive a $6,000 stipend over the course of 10 weeks (from June - August 2024). Students will be placed in a COLDEX laboratory, with full funding for travel to and from the host institution. Students will also be funded to present their research at the COLDEX annual meeting in Corvallis, Oregon September 9 - 11, 2024 and up to $2000 to present their research at a national science conference.
Find out more about the COLDEX REU program and apply at https://coldex.org/reu
Applications are due February 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
You can also come talk to us at the Oregon State College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences booth at AGU on Tuesday and Thursday, 10 am - noon.
FELLOWSHIP
Post-doc Fellow
Employer: Kansas State University, Department of Agronomy
Location: Kansas State University
Salary: 65,000-70,000 plus benefits
Closing date: Jan 10, 2024
Analyze and assess the spatial distribution of CRP in Kansas and the Great Plains. Analyze the potential soil carbon sequestration linked with soil type, climate, and yield potential. Determine the vulnerability of conversion to cultivated agriculture and synergy with adjacent grasslands with critical wildlife habitat. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting research and drafting publications for technical reports, and scientific journals. The successful applicant will work in an interdisciplinary team involving ecologists, soil scientists, and modelers.
Ph.D. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Soil Science, Geography, or closely related discipline. Experience with soil carbon modeling, geospatial analysis, and statistical analyses. Demonstrated excellence in coursework, good written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work as a team member.
Applicants should send a cover letter, statement member of educational and career objectives, resume, transcripts, and three references. Apply at: https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/516399/fellow-post-doc
For further information, contact Dr. Chuck Rice at (785) 532-7217 or cwrice@ksu.edu
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Employer: Columbia University - Climate School
Location: Palisades, New York
Salary: $70,000-$70,000
Closing date: Jan 10, 2024
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University in Palisades, New York invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position to conduct collaborative research under the mentorship of Lamont-Doherty researchers with expertise in climate dynamics, climate modeling, and geochemical proxy reconstructions.
The NSF-sponsored research will focus on understanding how orbital insolation changes influenced the climate of the Mediterranean, as reflected in paleoclimate archives and global climate model simulation, and on the implications of past mechanisms for understanding and sharpening climate projections for the region.
Activities will include:
- Performing diagnostic analyses of existing paleoclimate model experiments
- Planning, conducting and analyzing designated climate model experiments
- Leading in the writing, publication, and presentation of the study results.
Candidates should have completed or be nearing completion of a PhD in Atmospheric and Climate Sciences, or related disciplines and have demonstrated competence in analyzing observational data and output of model simulations. Experience in running global climate model experiments is an asset. We put a strong emphasis on excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, independent judgment, and demonstrated ability to conduct and publish high-quality research.
The search will remain open for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will continue until the position is filled.
Tentative start date is January 1, 2024, with some flexibility. Appointment will be for one year, with continuation for a second year, dependent on available funding and research progress.
Columbia University benefits offered with this Officer of Research appointment.
The Lamont campus values diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from members of underrepresented minority groups.
Salary range: $70,000-$70,000
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Michela Biasutti (biasutti@LDEO.columbia.edu) to discuss the position before applying.
We accept online applications only.
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