SEP CURRENTS - AMWS & ALUMNI
Issue: #19
December 2, 2015
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Pun of the Week: 
I told a chemistry joke today but got no reaction.
AMWS Student Thesis Defenses

Megan Basset
Lingcod habitat associations: implications for conservation and management
When: Fri, December 4, 3:30pm
Where: Library Room 1180 

Alli Cramer
Large-scale patterns in marine fish habitat use as determined from a meta-analysis of acoustic telemetry studies
When: Mon, December 7, 2:30p,
WhereChapman Science Academic Center  Room E127 

Next SEP Seminar Series

Rob Foley
Scientist - Molecular Biology and Genomics, Roche Diagnostics

Title: Non-invasive prenatal testing assays that target trace amounts of fetal DNA
When: Mon, December 7, 4pm - 5pm
WhereChapman Science Academic Center 
Building 53 / room E104 


Learn more HERE
JOBS & Internships
Epidemiology & Informatics Fellowship Opportunities 

CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship
CSTE, in collaboration with CDC, the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), established the Applied Epidemiology Fellowship to train recent graduates in the expanding field of applied epidemiology. The goal of the fellowship is to provide a high quality training experience and to secure long-term career placement for fellows at the state or local level. Participating fellows will receive two years of on-the-job training at a state or local health agency under the guidance of an experienced mentor. The fellowship's mission is to meet the nation's ongoing need for applied epidemiology workforce capacity in state and local health departments through a national fellowship-training program.
For more information click HERE .

Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in collaboration with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) support this fellowship to train recent graduates in the expanding field of applied public health informatics. The goal of the fellowship is to provide a high quality training experience and to secure long-term career placement for fellows at the state or local level. Participating fellows will receive one year of on-the-job training at a local or state health agency under the guidance of experienced mentors.
For more information click HERE .
 
Health Systems Integration Program
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in collaboration with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) support this fellowship to facilitate the integration of public health and clinical health systems.  Participating fellows will receive one year of on-the-job training at a local or state health agency under the guidance of experienced mentors.
For more information click HERE .

FishWise Independent Contractor: Fishery Improvement Project Research
Application deadline: ASAP
Full time position

The Independent Contractor's primary 
responsibility is tprovide support to existing FishWise distributor partnerships. The Independent Contractor will work with Program Managers (PMs), who are the designated point-of-contact for FishWise distributor partners. The Independent
Contractor will support these partnerships by conducting species and fishery-specific independent research to develop summary materials on designated fisheries improvement projects (FIPs).  Program Managers will provide direction and oversight to the Independent Contractor.

For more information click HERE .
To apply, click HERE.
HIV/AIDS Testing Service Intern
Application deadline: 12/2/15
6 month internship

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperativeagreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID). The Intern will primarily provide research assistance, and may also carry out other OHA and/or Global Health Bureau-wide duties and collaborative research with select staff on the HIV Testing Services (HTS) Technical Working Group or in OHA. S/he will focus on the area of HIV testing services. S/he will receive technical guidance from the HIV Testing Services Senior Technical Advisors who will serve as his/her onsite managers and will work closely with the entire Technical Leadership and Research Division. 

For more information click HERE.
Los Alamos National Laboratory GIS and Spatial Analyst
Application deadline: 12/20/15
Full time position

LANL is looking for a talented recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS and Spatial analysis. This is a 2-year position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), Earth and Environmental Science Division. The position entails development and application of Geographical Information System, GIS, remote sensing and spatial analysis techniques in support of a range of geology, geomorphology and ecology projects. The successful candidate will also undertake periodic field work, as well as data management activities including development of meta-data and searchable data products in support of project data portals and servers.

For more information click HERE.
Ocean Protection Council Program Analyst
Application deadline: ASAP
Full time position

The California Natural Resources Agency and the Ocean Protection Council seek to hire a Coastal Program Analyst I or II. The ideal candidate will be willing and able to work on the wide variety of issues under the responsibility of the Ocean Protection Council. Please see the Ocean Protection Council's website and 2012-2017 Strategic Plan for more information on the activities of the Council. 

For more information click HERE.
Plant Pathology Lab Technician - Eurofins
Application deadline: ASAP
Full time position

Full-time (up to 90 day trial period), entry-level position at ESTA Plant Health Services (PHS) division.  The applicant will be trained and expected to adhere to strict established protocols for detection and diagnostics of plant pathogens (virus, bacteria, and fungi) in grapevines (Grapevine HealthCheckTM services) and other crops (Custom Diagnostics), and disease resistance screening.  After appropriate training is provided, the Employee should be capable of execute tasks both independently, with minimal supervision, and in a team-oriented environment. 

For more information click HERE.
Business Operations Manager
California Marine Sanctuaries Foundation
Application deadline: ASAP
Full time position

The California Marine Sanctuaries Foundation has created a Business Operations Manager position to assist in managing the organization's activities in and augment the work of the Executive Director and staff accountant. 

For more information click HERE
Marin Municipal Water District Watershed Aids
Application deadline: ASAP
2016 internship, full time

The Marin Municipal Water District has a need for Watershed Aides, to serve in one of five distinct areas. These positions are all within the Watershed Management programs of the District's Facilities & Watershed Management Division, and are in the areas of: 
-Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement
-Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide

These positions are all for full-time (40 hours per week), temporary Watershed Aides for terms of six (6) months in duration. The days and hours worked also vary by position and need.


For more information click HERE
Seafood Watch Aquaculture Manager
Application deadline: ASAP
Full time position

The position of Seafood Watch Aquaculture Manager is responsible for informing the Aquarium's institutional definition and Guiding Principles for environmentally sustainable aquaculture.  The position must maintain scientifically robust criteria and a repeatable, consistent methodology used to assess worldwide aquaculture operations resulting in public facing seafood purchasing recommendations.  The Aquaculture Manager is required to articulate and promote the Aquarium's vision and strategy in support of sustainable aquaculture.


For more information click HERE
Resource Conservation District - Conservation Ecologist
Application deadline: ASAP
Part-time position

The Resource Conservation District of Monterey County is seeking applications for a highly-motivated Conservation Ecologist. This position requires familiarity with local terrestrial biology, Central Coast agriculture and conservation project management from concept to completion, as well as expertise with the administration and use of geospatial information management products.Ability to outreach and provide technical assistance to traditionally underserved groups, particularly low income and Hispanic growers, is desirable.

For more information click HERE
MIIS at Monterey: Database Programmer
Application deadline: ASAP
Part-time, temporary position

Assist the Center for the Blue Economy (CBE) Data Manager in compiling data, designing and building database tables, and developing programs for querying the data for the National Ocean Economics Program website (OceanEconomics.org) and research publications. This is a part-time temporary staff position.
 
Learn more HERE
Graduate Student Research Opportunity:
Photo Identification of Green Sea Turtles in Southern California Project
NOAA NMFS West Coast Region Protected Resources
Application deadline: ASAP

Objective: Lead the development of a program to incorporate photo identification (ID) into the study of green sea turtles in southern California. In addition, the applicant will act as a liaison among the scientific community, academia, and the public. Project could contribute to fulfillment of graduate thesis.

Learn more HERE
Part Time GIS Analyst/ Programmer for
People Information Earth (PIE) Services
Application deadline: ASAP

We are seeking a qualified mid-level GIS analyst with a minimum of 2 years technical experience. This position is part-time, approximately 20 hours per week. The majority of work will be telecom (there is no office). The individual must have ability to work independently and as part of a team. Primary role is to maintain and enhance web-based and client side user interfaces and related systems.

Visit Website HERE
View position description and application HERE
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
WHOI is currently hiring for multiple jobs


View WHOI's list of available engineering, technical and science jobs!



View jobs HERE
Other Internships
Want a different internship? 

If you are interested in other internships please visit the SIP Featured Internship page or Internship Opportunities page.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS
North Pacific Research Board Graduate Student Research Awards
Application deadline: 2/12/16

In May 2016, NPRB will award six or more Master's or Doctoral Graduate Student Research Awards of $25,000 each to qualified students. Students must address scientific, technological, and socio-economic issues relating to the research themes identified in the 2005 NPRB Science Plan. Students are limited to one award per degree. Award funds may be used for graduate student stipend and standard benefits, tuition or required university fees, or for specific research expenses such as travel, supplies, and laboratory analyses. Indirect costs are not allowed. One hundred percent of the funds must be used for the benefit of the graduate student, who will determine how the funds are divided among the allowable uses.
To be eligible for a NPRB Graduate Student Research Award, students must be enrolled in or accepted by a graduate degree program at an accredited university or college by the application deadline. Read the full eligibility requirements before applying.

For more information click HERE.
Klamath Coho Habitat Restoration Programs Grants
Pre-proposal deadline: 12/01/15
Full proposal deadline: 03/09/15

The Bureau of Reclamation Klamath Coho Habitat Restoration Program has approximately $2.5 million available over 4 years to enhance the survival and recovery of the Southern Oregon/Northern California Coast (SONCC) coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), a species listed as "threatened" pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act. The grant program will be coordinated closely between Reclamation, the National Marine Fisheries Service, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and internally with NFWF program management of the Klamath River Coho Enhancement Fund which provides funding in the same geography.  Grant funding will be provided to implement projects that enhance the survival and recovery of SONCC coho salmon.

For more information click HERE.
Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: 12/10/16

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program provides support for master's and doctoral studies in oceanography, marine biology, maritime archaeology and all other science, engineering, social science and resource management disciplines involving ocean and coastal areas, particularly by women and members of minority groups.
 * Scholarship covers tuition and a living stipend.
 * Travel funds support a program collaboration at a national marine sanctuary field office or another NOAA office.
  * Training includes science communication, stewardship and how to become a national marine sanctuary ambassador.

 For more information, click HERE
CSUPERB: Major Grants Now Available
Application Deadline: 02/01/16

2016 CSUPERB Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for New Investigator, Research Development, Entrepreneurial Joint Venture Matching and Curriculum Development Grant Programs are now open! CSUPERB defines biotechnology quite broadly and welcomes and encourages applications from all related disciplines, including but not limited to life sciences, physical sciences, clinical sciences, math, computer science, agricultural science, engineering and business.
 
RFPs include important contextual information, review criteria and eligibility requirements.  RFPs, application forms and submission information are available at:
 
 
CSUPERB will conduct a proposal writing workshop during the 28th Annual CSU Biotechnology Symposium on Friday afternoon, January 8, 2016, at the Hyatt Regency Orange County.  
 
In the meantime, if you have any questions contact the program office at (619) 594-2822 or by email at [email protected].
Groundwater Research Scholarship
Groundwater Resource Association of California Scholarship
The Central Coast branch of the Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRAC) has scholarship funds up to $2500 available for distribution to college and graduate students performing research on groundwater resources in the Central Coast branch region (generally, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties). GRAC wishes to support student research related to groundwater issues, water resources management, water recycling and other proposals related to groundwater research. 
Click HERE for more information.

 

COAST Student Travel Awards
COAST Scholarship
The Council of Ocean Affairs, Science & Technology (COAST) provides travel support for CSU undergraduate and graduate students to present the results of original research at marine, estuarine and coastal-themed scientific meetings and conferences, or special thematic sessions of more general scientific meetings. Please note COAST has new guidelines and policies regarding travel reimbursements as of August 1, 2014. See award announcement for full details.

 

Click HERE for more information.

 

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Ph.D. Positions - Watershed Hydrology at UC Riverside
Application deadline: 1/5/16
 
The Watershed Hydrology Lab in the Department of Environmental Sciences at UCR is seeking two PhD students for projects on watershed dynamics and fluvial geomorphic change.  One project is an investigation into climatic drivers of suspended sediment dynamics across the western US; the other involves a combination of hydrologic, geomorphic and sedimentological strands of inquiry to decipher the controls on estuarine channel morphology.  Results of these projects will inform a wide range of applications including water quality and coastal resiliency management and fundamental investigations into geophysical cycles.
 
Competitive applicants will have a strong backgrounds in quantitative approaches to the physical sciences with exceptional analytical and writing skills.  A previous master's degree in hydrology, earth/environmental sciences or a related discipline is preferred, but not required.  Interested parties should contact Dr. Andrew Gray via email at [email protected] with a statement of intent and CV prior to 12/1/2015. 

More information on the Department of Environmental Sciences graduate program and the formal application process at UCR can be found HERE
2016 Watershed Science Master Class 
January 17-22nd, 2016 in Tuscon, Arizona

The course will be held at University of Arizona's Biosphere 2 facility, outside of Tucson, Arizona. Double occupancy housing, all meals while on site, and shuttle transportation to/from Tucson International Airport are included in the course fee.

This week long course will focus on hydrological and biogeochemical watershed processes including theory, experimental design, and modeling. Differing perspectives will be provided by leading scientists in the field. Course learning objectives include:
  • Rainfall-runoff processes and landscape hydrology
  • Combined use of hydrometric and tracer approaches
  • Simulation models for data synthesis, hypothesis testing and scenario development
For more information, click HERE.
Graduate School Test Prep Books Available
Available in the library

In an effort to support graduate school efforts for our students, a partnership with UROC, support programs (CSS and SSS), and the library have come together to make some test books available for our students. Check out the selection of available test prep books here.