CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
U.S. Borlaug Fellows Graduate Research Grant Application Deadline: Monday, November 10, 2014
The U.S. Borlaug Fellows in Global Food Security graduate research grant supports exceptional graduate students who are interested in developing a component of their graduate research in a developing country setting and in collaboration with a mentor from an International Agricultural Research Center (IARC) or a qualifying National Agricultural Research System (NARS) unit. U.S. citizenship is required, and applicants must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. graduate program at the time of application.
A program summary is attached, and application materials are available at the program website<http://www.purdue.edu/borlaugfellows>.
Questions may be sent to borlaugfellows@purdue.edu<mailto:borlaugfellows@purdue.edu>.
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Meredian Bioplastics Biochemical Bioprocess Engineer position
CRC ID#760199
Meredian Bioplastics Inc. is a world class Biotechnology Company focused on bringing biodegradable polymers into wide scale use through innovative and patented technology. Our Research and Development Division is currently seeking a Biochemical Process Engineer. This position is located in Bainbridge, Georgia.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
• Execute process simulation to develop, analyze and optimize fermentation processes.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of scalable and reproducible processes with improved product yield and reduced costs for commercial scale manufacturing process.
• Interpret and present scientific data and propose solutions under general supervision.
• Prepare and organize data for presentation. Present data and reports on project status at individual, group and departmental research meetings.
• Maintain laboratory notebook in a complete, consistent and concise manner in accordance with company intellectual property policies and practices.
• Fundamental knowledge of microbial fermentation processes coupled with practical knowledge of process engineering and hands-on plant operations.
• Experience in closing carbon balance for bench top and larger scale fermentations.
• Significant process engineering skills in areas such as data analysis, process modeling and simulation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to work independently in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Skillful in problem solving and trouble-shooting data, equipment, and procedures.
• Calculate heat & material balances from actual plant data.
• Analyze trends and reports on data generated to characterize scale-up and performance/functionality of processes and to improve product/process quality, consistency, productivity, efficiency, and risk levels.
• High level of technical knowledge of microbial (bacterial) metabolism(aerobic/anaerobic metabolism, cellular energetics, redox balance, etc.)
• Knowledge of and experience in quantitative microbial physiology and controlling metabolic phenotypes and cellular growth properties under different conditions.
• Knowledge of metabolic pathways.
• Physiological characterization of natural or genetically engineered microbial strains.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision (self-motivation.)
• Resourcefulness
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Attention to details.
• Continuous improvement experience.
• Making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff.
• Review existing data to see if more research and information need to be collected, and assess the adequacy of the existing processes and equipment.
• Using computer modelling and simulations to design and evaluate processes and operating systems for the manufacture of products.
Requested Documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcript
Applications Accepted Until: September 30, 2014
You must upload your resume to apply for this and other positions.. Upload your resume in the "MyDocuments" tab. Use ID#760199 at the UF CRC Gator Career Link site.
Contact Information
Colette Galivan
Director of Research Analysis &Regulatory Compliance
1301 Colquitt Hwy
Bainbridge, Georgia 39817
cgalivan@meredianpha.com
229-243-7075
http://www.meredianpha.com
Meredian Bioplastics Inc. is a world class Biotechnology Company focused on bringing biodegradable polymers into wide scale use through innovative and patented technology. Our Research and Development Division is currently seeking a Biochemical Process Engineer. This position is located in Bainbridge, Georgia.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
• Execute process simulation to develop, analyze and optimize fermentation processes.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of scalable and reproducible processes with improved product yield and reduced costs for commercial scale manufacturing process.
• Interpret and present scientific data and propose solutions under general supervision.
• Prepare and organize data for presentation. Present data and reports on project status at individual, group and departmental research meetings.
• Maintain laboratory notebook in a complete, consistent and concise manner in accordance with company intellectual property policies and practices.
• Fundamental knowledge of microbial fermentation processes coupled with practical knowledge of process engineering and hands-on plant operations.
• Experience in closing carbon balance for bench top and larger scale fermentations.
• Significant process engineering skills in areas such as data analysis, process modeling and simulation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to work independently in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Skillful in problem solving and trouble-shooting data, equipment, and procedures.
• Calculate heat & material balances from actual plant data.
• Analyze trends and reports on data generated to characterize scale-up and performance/functionality of processes and to improve product/process quality, consistency, productivity, efficiency, and risk levels.
• High level of technical knowledge of microbial (bacterial) metabolism(aerobic/anaerobic metabolism, cellular energetics, redox balance, etc.)
• Knowledge of and experience in quantitative microbial physiology and controlling metabolic phenotypes and cellular growth properties under different conditions.
• Knowledge of metabolic pathways.
• Physiological characterization of natural or genetically engineered microbial strains.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision (self-motivation.)
• Resourcefulness
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Attention to details.
• Continuous improvement experience.
• Making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff.
• Review existing data to see if more research and information need to be collected, and assess the adequacy of the existing processes and equipment.
• Using computer modelling and simulations to design and evaluate processes and operating systems for the manufacture of products.
Requested Documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcript
Applications Accepted Until: September 30, 2014
You must upload your resume to apply for this and other positions.. Upload your resume in the "MyDocuments" tab. Use ID#760199 at the UF CRC Gator Career Link site.
Contact Information
Colette Galivan
Director of Research Analysis &Regulatory Compliance
1301 Colquitt Hwy
Bainbridge, Georgia 39817
cgalivan@meredianpha.com
229-243-7075
http://www.meredianpha.com
Sigma Xi Grants and Conference Opportunities
STUDENT RESEARCH GRANTS
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is now accepting student grant applications through the Grant-in-Aid of Research Program. Applications are accepted in all fields of science and engineering. The application deadline is October 15, 2014 for awards to be disbursed in January 2015.
Additional information and application at: https://sigmaxi.fluidreview.com/ Email questions to giar@sigmaxi.org
CALL FOR STUDENT PRESENTATIONS
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to share their research through poster presentations at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and International Research Conference on November 7th and 8th in the Glendale Arizona. Abstracts accepted in all fields of science and engineering with awards given for outstanding presentations. A full announcement is included below.
Additional information at: http://www.sigmaxi.org Email questions to meeting@sigmaxi.org
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is now accepting student grant applications through the Grant-in-Aid of Research Program. Applications are accepted in all fields of science and engineering. The application deadline is October 15, 2014 for awards to be disbursed in January 2015.
Additional information and application at: https://sigmaxi.fluidreview.com/ Email questions to giar@sigmaxi.org
CALL FOR STUDENT PRESENTATIONS
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to share their research through poster presentations at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and International Research Conference on November 7th and 8th in the Glendale Arizona. Abstracts accepted in all fields of science and engineering with awards given for outstanding presentations. A full announcement is included below.
Additional information at: http://www.sigmaxi.org Email questions to meeting@sigmaxi.org
Global Culture Photography Competition
If you are a UF student, faculty, staff, or alumni traveling abroad, or if you are an UF international student or scholar, you are eligible to enter the 2014 Global Culture Photography Competition.
Categories: Enter one category only.
1) Study Abroad & Service Learning Students (UF sponsored): Open to all current students who have taken part in a UF Study Abroad program in 2013 or 2014, as well as students who participated in a UF sponsored service learning program abroad. Photographs must have been taken during a trip abroad and reflect the competition theme of "Global Culture."
2) International Students, Scholars & Employees (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1): Open to all current UF international students, scholars, faculty and employees on visa types listed above. Photographs must have been taken anywhere in the United States in 2013 or 2014, meeting the theme of "Global Culture."
3) UF Faculty, Staff & Alumni: Open to all current or retired University of Florida faculty and staff, as well as UF alumni. Photographs must have been taken abroad in 2013 or 2014 and reflect the theme of "Global Culture."
Awards: Judges will award a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each of four categories. 1st prize winners will each receive $100, 2nd prize winners will receive $50 and 3rd prize winners will receive $25.
Deadlines: Submission period opens August 11, 2014. All entries must be received electronically by October 10th, 2014. Winners will be notified by October 24, 2014.
No photographic experience required; just a love for snapping pictures and a yearning to explore!
Information about submission instructions, rules, and Permission to Use Photo Agreement will soon be posted at http://www.ufic.ufl.edu/PD/photocontest.html
Categories: Enter one category only.
1) Study Abroad & Service Learning Students (UF sponsored): Open to all current students who have taken part in a UF Study Abroad program in 2013 or 2014, as well as students who participated in a UF sponsored service learning program abroad. Photographs must have been taken during a trip abroad and reflect the competition theme of "Global Culture."
2) International Students, Scholars & Employees (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1): Open to all current UF international students, scholars, faculty and employees on visa types listed above. Photographs must have been taken anywhere in the United States in 2013 or 2014, meeting the theme of "Global Culture."
3) UF Faculty, Staff & Alumni: Open to all current or retired University of Florida faculty and staff, as well as UF alumni. Photographs must have been taken abroad in 2013 or 2014 and reflect the theme of "Global Culture."
Awards: Judges will award a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each of four categories. 1st prize winners will each receive $100, 2nd prize winners will receive $50 and 3rd prize winners will receive $25.
Deadlines: Submission period opens August 11, 2014. All entries must be received electronically by October 10th, 2014. Winners will be notified by October 24, 2014.
No photographic experience required; just a love for snapping pictures and a yearning to explore!
Information about submission instructions, rules, and Permission to Use Photo Agreement will soon be posted at http://www.ufic.ufl.edu/PD/photocontest.html
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Cottonwood Ag needs Technical Agronomist
The Technical Agronomist will oversee all technical aspects of the
agronomic program for the company, including total responsibility for
the vision and implementation of the precision agriculture program and
the introduction of new software and services that improve profitability
and efficiency at the farm level. The Technical Agronomist will also
participate in routine agronomic work across a wide crop base in all
growing regions across North America.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Lead, plan, manage, and drive the precision agriculture activities of the company in an effort to maximize the value and operational excellence of the existing agricultural portfolio.
2. Collect data by communicating with farmers, suppliers, and labs, and use GIS systems to generate reports, recommendations, and electronic files used in precision agriculture applications.
3. Analyze precision agriculture performance data on a farm-by-farm basis, including financial interpretations, and make recommendations concerning the suitability of specific precision agriculture technologies for each crop and production region.
4. Remain current on technological advances in agriculture and work to introduce new technologies on the farm including new equipment, software, services, and products that have the potential to increase profitability and efficiency of farming operations.
5. Develop and maintain a company-wide, web-based record-keeping system for recording crop inputs, yields, and other field data.
6. Develop computer-based systems that link agricultural operations to other internal efforts (e.g., Food Safety, Agricultural Sustainability, Environmental Stewardship) and departments (e.g., Accounting, Legal, Corporate).
7. Assist the Senior Agronomist in supporting the activities of all production regions through planning, problem solving, and routine agronomic work.
8. Support, educate, and train company representatives to ensure successful adoption of new technologies, methods, services, and products on the farm.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related field with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant precision agriculture experience required. Must have working knowledge of soils, fertilizers, weeds, insects and plant pathogens of agronomic importance. Preference will be given to candidates that have expertise with corn, cotton, rice, and/or soybeans. Position requires less than 50% travel.
Qualified candidates should send resumés to Mr. Waylin McCurley:
waylinm@bgi-group.com
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Lead, plan, manage, and drive the precision agriculture activities of the company in an effort to maximize the value and operational excellence of the existing agricultural portfolio.
2. Collect data by communicating with farmers, suppliers, and labs, and use GIS systems to generate reports, recommendations, and electronic files used in precision agriculture applications.
3. Analyze precision agriculture performance data on a farm-by-farm basis, including financial interpretations, and make recommendations concerning the suitability of specific precision agriculture technologies for each crop and production region.
4. Remain current on technological advances in agriculture and work to introduce new technologies on the farm including new equipment, software, services, and products that have the potential to increase profitability and efficiency of farming operations.
5. Develop and maintain a company-wide, web-based record-keeping system for recording crop inputs, yields, and other field data.
6. Develop computer-based systems that link agricultural operations to other internal efforts (e.g., Food Safety, Agricultural Sustainability, Environmental Stewardship) and departments (e.g., Accounting, Legal, Corporate).
7. Assist the Senior Agronomist in supporting the activities of all production regions through planning, problem solving, and routine agronomic work.
8. Support, educate, and train company representatives to ensure successful adoption of new technologies, methods, services, and products on the farm.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related field with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant precision agriculture experience required. Must have working knowledge of soils, fertilizers, weeds, insects and plant pathogens of agronomic importance. Preference will be given to candidates that have expertise with corn, cotton, rice, and/or soybeans. Position requires less than 50% travel.
Qualified candidates should send resumés to Mr. Waylin McCurley:
waylinm@bgi-group.com
Monday, July 7, 2014
Free Yogurt!
A survey has been completed as part of a course in the department of Behavioral Sciences and Community Health. The students who have created the survey all are part of public health programs.
This survey is to help understand University of Florida student knowledge on women’s health. The survey will take less than 15 minutes.
Those who choose to participate will receive a coupon for free TCBY frozen yogurt.
The survey can be accessed at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_a02EiGbOhANSSOx
This survey is to help understand University of Florida student knowledge on women’s health. The survey will take less than 15 minutes.
Those who choose to participate will receive a coupon for free TCBY frozen yogurt.
The survey can be accessed at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_a02EiGbOhANSSOx
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Supplemental Assistance for UF Graduate Students
The Supplemental Retention Program (SRP) offers limited tuition assistance for UF students enrolled in a Ph.D .or MFA degree program who have no more than three semesters to completion, and have exhausted all opportunities for a fellowship, assistantship, or other College/Departmental funding. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The funding is designed to assist students with the completion of their degree programs by providing limited tuition assistance. Information and applications are available on our website at http://graduateschool.ufl.edu/finances-and-funding/supplemental-retention-scholarships.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until August 4, 2014.
If you have questions concerning the Supplemental Retention please contact Sarah Perry at saraht@ufl.edu or at 392-6444. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until August 4, 2014.
If you have questions concerning the Supplemental Retention please contact Sarah Perry at saraht@ufl.edu or at 392-6444. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
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