SEP CURRENTS - AMWS & ALUMNI
Issue: #21
December 16, 2015
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Red Sea Summer Internship Program
Application deadline: 01/15/16

The three-week program will expose undergraduates and Master's students to several aspects of Red Sea reef science, including genomics, ecology, biological oceanography, and microbiology. The course includes fieldwork, labwork, lectures, and data workshops.

Successful applicants will receive full funding for travel, private bedroom and bath in shared residential suite, academic credit, and a stipend for a three-week period of study at KAUST from 22 July to 12 August, 2016. There are no fees associated with the course.

For more information click HERE .
2016 MATE/UNOLS Marine Science Internship
Application deadline: 01/06/16

This spring/summer (approximately mid-March to mid-September 2016), the MATE Center and the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) fleet will sponsor one marine technical internship onboard the research vessels :R/V Kilo Moana and R/V Sikuliaq. The intern will work with marine technicians on shore and at sea, learning how to operate and maintain a variety of scientific and navigational equipment in support of shipboard scientific research. The internship will begin in Honolulu, HI and end in Seward, Alaska. The exact schedule through September will be determined before the acceptance date, but will involve work on the R/V Kilo Moana and R/V Sikuliaq and at their on-shore facilities. Internship projects will be dependent on the funded science but previous interns have worked on cruises to support science ranging from chemical oceanography, marine biology, GIS/bathymetric surveys (seafloor mapping), geological studies, work with ROVs and much more! The position will last 6 months, and students will receive a stipend of $500 per week, reimbursement for travel expenses, and on-station housing while ashore.

For more information click HERE .
Higher Education Research Experience 
Application deadline: 02/01/16

Higher Education Research Experiences at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (HERE at ORNL) provides research opportunities and associated activities for recent Associate's, Undergraduate students, Bachelor's degree graduates, and Graduate students. The program is designed to complement academic programs by utilizing the unique resources of ORNL to enhance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, encourage careers in science and technology, and improve scientific literacy, while at the same time contributing to the Laboratory mission.

For more information click HERE .
Climate Change Internships in National Parks
Application deadline: 01/28/16

The National Park Service Climate Change Response Program and the University of Washington are pleased to announce paid summer internship positions to address climate change in national parks!

The George Melendez Wright Initiative for Young Leaders in Climate Change (YLCC) offers twelve positions for the summer of 2016 in national parks and program offices all around the country -- from Florida to Alaska, and Washington DC to American Samoa.
Eligible students are highly accomplished graduate students and upper-level undergraduates (current juniors and seniors). Applicants must be US 
citizens or nationals, and be enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program.

Students who complete their internship and academic requirements with a high degree of success are subsequently eligible to be hired by the NPS, Fish & Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Land Management without having to compete for jobs.

For more information click HERE .
Constellation Brands (Wine) Lab Tech I Position
Application deadline: 01/03/16

Person performs quality control tests that cover a variety of routine and complex analytical procedures. This person is also responsible for processing grape samples and taking samples from tank and barrels to perform analysis as they relate to wine quality including but not limited to fermentation, and bottle ready programs.


For more information click HERE .
West Coast Geospatial Coordinator
Application deadline: ASAP

The Baldwin Group, Inc. (TBG),
 a contractor to the National Oceanic 
and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Office for Coastal Management, seeks an exceptional individual to provide remote sensing and geospatial coordination as well as technical support in the West Coast region (California, Oregon, and Washington). The successful candidate will serve as the West Coast regional geospatial specialist assisting in the development and implementation of regional activities, coordinating and providing direct technical assistance in the region, and participating in other Office for Coastal Management geospatial and remote sensing project


For more information click HERE .
Fisheries Biological Technician
Application deadline: 01/01/2016

The Tongass National Forest is seeking candidates eligible for a permanent seasonal Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) position to be located at the Petersburg Supervisor's Office in Petersburg, Alaska.The primary duties of this position include field data collection and preliminary data analysis for established monitoring projects that help determine the effects of implementing the Forest Plan on aquatic resources. Fieldwork is located throughout the Tongass National Forest.


For more information click HERE .
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 to provide 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.
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.
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 csuperb@mail.sdsu.edu.
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 andrew.gray@ucr.edu 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.