Friday, March 3, 2017

Postdoctoral Associate-Iowa State University

Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering and Department of Natural
Resource Ecology and Management, Iowa State University

Position Focus:
Development of scenarios for reaching Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy Goals across Iowa. The candidate should have knowledge and/or experience in soil and water quality assessment including monitoring and modeling and a background in utilizing GIS.

Position Responsibilities
: The Postdoctoral Associate will review and update practice performance for reducing nitrogen and phosphorus loads from agricultural lands. The individual in this position will incorporate best management practice information into the development of nutrient reduction scenarios for various watersheds across Iowa accounting for the maximum level of implementation that could be achieved with the various practices. This scenario development will also assess the cost effectiveness of various options. This work will utilize the Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework (ACPF) tool for assessing practice implementation. As part of this work there would be a review of tools or approaches that can be used in evaluating potential load reductions.

Application Process:
Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Matt Helmers, Professor, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, 4354 Elings Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. For questions regarding this position, contact Tom Isenhart at isenhart@iastate.edu (515-294-8056) or Matthew Helmers at mhelmers@iastate.edu (515-294- 6717). Email applications are preferred.

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Plant Science Symposium - 4/13-4/4


Summer A 2017: WIS 6934 Next Generation Data Managment in Movement Ecology


Summer A 2017 - WIS 6934 Next Generation Data Management in Movement Ecology (2 credits) Taught May 8-12 @ UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale REC, Davie, FL
Instructor/Contact Dr. Mathieu Basille (basille@ufl.edu)

Recent technological progress has allowed ecologists to obtain a huge amount and diversity of animal movement data sets of increasing spatial and temporal resolution and size, together with complex associated information related to the environmental context, such as habitat types based on remote sensing, population density, and weather. Based on several years of experiences on multiple species, this intensive five-day workshop is designed to teach participants how to handle, manage, store and retrieve movement data in a spatial database, and how to eventually feed them to analysis tools.

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.