Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Spring 2017 Professional Development Workshop Series


Need to know what to do with your completed thesis or dissertation? Attend:

Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Submission
March 1 – 4pm-5pm
Stacy Wallace, Graduate Editorial Office, and Ken Booth, UF Help Desk
McKnight Brain Institute DeWeese Auditorium (LG-101A)

Do you plan to present your work during April’s Graduate Student Research Day or a department event? Attend:

Effective Poster Presentations
March 15 – 4pm-5pm
Dr. Diana Karol Nagy, Dial Center for Written and Oral Communications
McKnight Brain Institute DeWeese Auditorium (LG-101A)

Beginning a new project and need a good foundation? Attend:

Developing a Research Plan
March 22 – 4pm-5pm
Dr. Samesha Barnes, Director, McNair Scholars Program
McKnight Brain Institute DeWeese Auditorium (LG-101A)

To register, log into GIMS and follow the steps below:

Registration Instructions
Login to GIMS using your GatorLink ID and Password
Once you login, on the top of the page click on the “Workshops” tab
Under “Register” click the box and then “Submit”
After you complete this process, you will receive an email confirmation.

If your schedule changes and you are unable to attend the event, repeat the steps above to remove yourself from the list of workshop attendees.

Questions? E-mail bradjo88@ufl.edu.

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

UF WiSE: “Uncovering the Hidden Figures”, Black Women in STEM Fields, 2/28, 12 noon

To celebrate Black History Month, WiSE's theme for the month of February is “Uncovering the Hidden Figures”. We will discuss the major contributions of black women in STEM fields and shed light on the historical and current impact of black women scientists. Despite having to overcome significant discrimination in the workforce, black women scientists have played a vital role in the advancement of STEM. By highlighting the historical and current impacts of black women in STEM we hope to appreciate the importance of striving for continued progress of diversity in the science workforce.

Event details:

We are excited to host this month's guest speaker Dr. Hazel Levy. Dr. Levy received an MS in Entomology and Nematology, as well as a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Florida. She was also the recipient of an NIH fellowship as a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Levy is now a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics. She is one of the first African- American women to have her own research lab at UF College of Medicine. Her research interests include Molecular Biology and Gene Therapy Vector Development.
  • Location: Marston Science Library, Visualization Room (L136) 
  • Day and Time: Tuesday, February 28th, 2017, 12- 1 PM 
  • Light Snacks and Coffee will be provided.
web: http://wise.group.ufl.edu/
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wiseatuf/ and https://www.facebook.com/UFWiSE/
twitter: https://twitter.com/WiSEatUF

Questions? Email uf.wise@gmail.com

Monday, February 20, 2017

Cornell - Postdoctoral Research Associate

The New York State Water Resources Institute (WRI) in the Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University is inviting applications for a position in the field of water resource science & management. We are looking for an individual with a PhD in environmental engineering, hydrology, land use planning, geography or related fields, and an interest in outreach and applied research focused on watershed and estuary management in NY’s Hudson Valley.

The applicant will be expected to develop and maintain a relationship with WRI staff working off-campus in the Hudson River Estuary Program (HREP), and perform research and outreach that furthers goals outlined in the HREP Action Agenda. Experience in using tools/methodologies such as statistics, hydrological modeling, geographic information systems, natural resource assessment, and economic planning is desirable.

How to Apply
To apply, send a statement of interest, a CV and the names and contact information of at least two references to Brian Rahm (bgr4@cornell.edu). Applications will be considered until the position is filled. This position is initially planned for 1 year with renewal contingent on funding. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

UW-ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING/ECO-HYDROLOGY– ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The University of Washington School of Environmental and Forest Sciences (SEFS) invites applications for a full-time (9-month; 100% FTE) tenure-track Assistant Professor (0116) position to begin Autumn 2017. http://www.cfr.washington.edu/

The person appointed to this position must:
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental or a related engineering field, or be a licensed professional engineer in good standing. 
  • Hold a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in an appropriate area of engineering, hydrology, or a closely related field.
  • Have demonstrated interests in teaching and mentoring.
Application Instructions Applications must be submitted as a single PDF to SEFSjobs@uw.edu with Environmental Engineering/Eco-hydrology in the email title. The application must include the following:
1) Letter of application;
2) Curriculum Vitae;
3) Description of research accomplishments (2 pages);
4) Statement of research plans (2 pages);
5) Statement of teaching interests (1 page);
6) Names and contact information of at least 3 professional references.

Review of applications will begin February 1, 2017. For questions about this position, including potential disability accommodations, please contact Rick Gustafson (pulp@uw.edu) or Jim Fridley (fridley@uw.edu), Search Committee Co-Chairs.

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

AEES Annual Meeting - Call for Abstracts

17th Annual American Ecological Engineering Society Meeting
Ecological Engineering for Adaptation in the Anthropocene
May 23-25, 2017 Classic Center in Downtown Athens, GA

Abstracts are due February 22nd, 2017. [http://aees2017.uga.edu/abstracts.html]

The American Ecological Engineering Society is accepting proposals for presentations at their 17th Annual Meeting under the theme “Ecological Engineering for Adaptation in the Anthropocene,” hosted by the University of Georgia.. We welcome proposals of research and applications in the field of ecological engineering as they pertain to the built and natural environment as viewed from an integrative perspective of engineers, scientists, designers, planners, policy makers, and society. Students should check the conference website for details regarding student travel awards. 

The program will include invited speakers, technical presentations, posters and exhibits, field trips, and networking opportunities. Student participation is critical, with emphasis on design experiences and mentoring for our future ecological engineers. To encourage student participation, we will soon be announcing details of student conference travel awards.

Proposals for platform presentations will be accepted through February 22, 2017. A technical program committee will review all proposals and announce acceptance by mid-March. Poster presentation proposals will be accepted through April 2017.

To submit a proposal, please email a .pdf of your abstract (word limit = 250) to aees2017@uga.edu.

Please ensure your abstracts adhere to the following template:
  • Title
  • Corresponding Author, Author #2, Author #N
  • Corresponding Author Contact Information: Institution, address, email, phone
  • Keywords: List three to five keywords
  • Oral or Poster Presentation
  • Abstract

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Register Today for Graduate Student Research Day 2017

GSRD 2017 is all set to happen on April 3rd, 2017 (Monday) in the Grand Ballroom of the Reitz Union from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm. GSRD will also be kicking-off Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) 2017.

GSRD is designed to showcase the breadth of graduate studies across the UF campus and revolves around a poster presentation competition that is open to all graduate students from all disciplines. Cash prizes will be awarded for top posters and exciting prizes await our raffle winners.

The theme for the GSRD 2017 is 'NETWORKING'. If you are looking to refine your networking skills, or to learn more tips and tricks to present yourself on LinkedIn or at personal interviews, then this event is for you! Sign up for our networking session to experience it first-hand.

The keynote speakers for the event are:
1. Julie E. Dodd, MA, Ed.D., Professor, College of Journalism and Communications, UF
2. Alexander D. (Alex) Sevilla, MBA, BBA, Ed.D., Associate Dean & Director, Heavener School of Business, UF

Participate in our Instagram photo contest for cool prizes too!! You can enter to participate in the Instagram photo contest by following UF OGAP on Instagram at uf.ogap and on twitter at @uf_ogap. Post a picture of yourself at the GSRD 2017 using the hashtag #UF_GSRD17. Invite your friends to follow us and like your picture!

Take advantage of this opportunity to practice your presentation skills and compete with your peers for a top poster award! Our poster slots fill up fast and only the first 200 posters can compete in the poster competition. Save your spot in the poster competition by registering at http://ogap.graduateschool.ufl.edu/events/current/. Registration closes on March 3rd, 2017. If you do not wish to present a poster, please join us and register as an attendee!

For more information, please contact: Jude Masannat- jmasannat@ufl.edu.

U of M Faculty position opening in Agriculture Informatics

The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) at the University of Minnesota seeks candidates for a 9-month tenure-track assistant professor position in the broader area of measurement science and agro-bioinformatics with research and teaching (50%/50%) responsibilities.

The goal of the measurement science and agro-bioinformatics position is to improve efficiency in agricultural systems by developing new ways to collect, interpret, and analyze agricultural data at various scales, and help create management solutions to improve decision making.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter referencing the Measurement Science and Agro-Bioinformatics faculty position; detailed curriculum vitae; statement of research (2 pages); statement of teaching (1 page); copies of official undergraduate and graduate transcripts; a brief statement describing interest in, experience with, and commitment to diversity and inclusiveness (1 page); and a list of three references including contact information to the online application system described below. Letters from three references should be sent to bbe1390@umn.edu. To guarantee full consideration, all application materials, including reference letters, must be received by March 20, 2017. Review of applications will begin March 20, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. The position will be available in Fall 2017.

Please apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System: https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs. Enter Job ID 315687.

Please visit the following links to learn more about the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, www.bbe.umn.edu; the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, www.cfans.umn.edu; the AGREETT program; www.cfans.umn.edu/agreett; University of Minnesota Informatics Institute (UMII) http://www.research.umn.edu/umii/; and University of Minnesota Extension, www.extension.umn.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Monday, February 6, 2017

Learning Preferences Workshop 2/15/2017



Struggling in class even though you understood the material? Confused as to why you did not do as well as you hoped on the exam, although the homework was not difficult for you? When students do not perform to their highest academic potential, it is not due to inability. Rather, it is from not fully understanding how they learn best for each class. Having a better sense of your learning style or learning preference will give you the edge in becoming more successful in your classes, and provide you with the tools to adapt different to teaching styles. This workshop will provide a basic overview of the different learning styles and help you learn to discover which study skill methods work best for you.

Seating is limited.

Please sign-up by registering for the workshop at: https://www.advising.ufl.edu/workshops  and selecting “AAC”  from “Select a Workshop Area”.

Thursday, February 2, 2017

UF Diversity Graduate Research Symposium Abstracts Due 2/10/17


The 1st Annual Diversity Graduate Research Symposium will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd 2017, in the Reitz Union.

We invite you to present your research for a chance to win monetary awards and recognition for top oral and poster presentations.

Everyone is welcome to attend, but must register using the link below. All graduate students are eligible to submit original research abstracts (300 word limit) by clicking the link below. The submission deadline is next Friday, February 10th 2017.

Click Here to submit abstracts and register for the symposium. Registration and abstract submissions are free.