Job Tag: Science/Engineering

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant improves the environmental, social and economic health of the Georgia coast through research, education, training and outreach. We believe an engaged and informed public support thriving coastal ecosystems and resilient and inclusive communities.

This position serves as a technical resource for coastal communities and the state of Georgia as it relates to coastal ecology and management of marine and terrestrial organisms. The University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant Coastal Ecology Specialist is a public service, non-tenured faculty track position. Primary stakeholders/audience includes academic researchers, municipal and industrial businesses, natural resource management agencies and residents of coastal Georgia. The specialist is expected to leverage their skills, experience and resources to develop and implement extension and outreach programs and provide technical assistance to advance coastal ecology. The specialist will work with existing teams, extension programs, and partners drawing on science, technology, and research data to educate communities about coastal ecology, management of wildlife and marine organisms, coastal flooding and hazard mitigation planning. The specialist will cultivate and sustain partnerships and integrate diverse perspectives to advance coastal community resilience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Familiarity of coastal and marine environments and issues, particular as it relates to coastal ecology.
Technical skills in geospatial systems.
Ability to self-motivate, to work independently and as a member of a team, and to develop annual plans of work which include measurable outcomes.
Relevant skills applicable to education and outreach, public speaking, facilitation, technical writing, mapping and spatial data visualization, statistical analysis and computer use.
Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, particularly as it pertains to interpreting/translating research-based technical information for the understanding and use by decision makers, practitioners, and the public.
Strong ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and to develop productive partnerships and collaborations with diverse stakeholders.
Work is typically performed in a general office setting and in diverse field settings. Ability to travel on an as needed basis is essential.

Education/Experience:

Ph.D in a discipline related to marine science, environmental science, natural resources management, or a closely related STEM field is required.
At least 10 years of experience; preference given to experience with community outreach and education.
At least 10 years of experience in either program coordination, community engagement, providing education and technical assistance to communities or related stakeholders related to coastal ecology.
Expertise in applying for external resources to support applied research and outreach programming, including grants, fee-for-service, third party reimbursement, and other means.
Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative ecological science in the Southeast U.S., particularly Georgia.

The Matthiessen Scholars Program gives selected Hotchkiss students the opportunity to complete research projects in environmental science. The summer portion of the Program takes place over the course of two weeks each June and is based at Yale University’s research facility at the Great Mountain Forest (GMF) in Norfolk, Connecticut. Students then return to Hotchkiss and continue their research in a year-long Honors course, with the goal of finishing their research and producing a substantial paper on their findings.

Position Description:

The Director of Matthiessen Scholars reports to the Director of Academic Research Programs and also coordinates with the Head of the Science Department in all elements of planning and execution for Matthiessen, including contributing to an equitable process of student selection and a robust orientation in the weeks leading up to the Program’s start. In June, the Director, with assistance from other teachers and GMF foresters, both sets and fulfills Matthiessen’s academic priorities while in residence at Yale’s field camp. These should include instruction in forest ecology, interpretation of land use history, study design, and field research sampling techniques. Instruction could emphasize the application of research at varying scales, the fundamentals of disturbance and recovery dynamics, biogeochemical cycling, community assembly, and species population dynamics. In tandem with their academic duties, the Director lives at the field camp for the duration of the Program and, alongside other teachers and a cook, oversees the day-to-day residential experience, ensuring that students are safe and secure until the Program ends.

During the academic year, the Director co-teaches an Honors course in environmental science. In the fall, the emphasis of that course will be on adding breadth and depth to the material learned during the summer, refining students’ research questions, and supporting them in data collection. The remainder of the academic year will be spent supporting students in data analysis and the writing of a substantial report on their findings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The bulk of the Director’s job will be mentoring students in their research projects. This involves one-on-one instruction for students as their projects evolve, and it also includes giving talks, setting up labs, and generating lessons for the full group of Matthiessen students as needed. During the academic year, the Director will be expected to commute to campus in order to teach in the Honors course that builds off of the summer research. (In case qualified applicants live more than thirty miles from the School, there is a possibility that arrangements can be made for a reduced schedule of visits to campus. Teaching or mentoring students on Zoom, in certain limited contexts, may also be an option.)

For the summer portion of the program, the Director will be expected to live at the field camp and work closely with other teachers and GMF staff to ensure that facilities are used appropriately, programmatic goals are met, and the pastoral responsibilities of caring for adolescents in a residential setting are fulfilled. The Director may also contribute to a naturalist curriculum—wilderness exploration, creative responses to nature, fostering wonder at the world around us—and ensure that this curriculum engages in productive conversation with students’ scientific studies. Finally, the Director is responsible for balancing safety with Program goals, such that students are pushed and challenged both academically and physically in the Program’s natural setting, but always within the bounds of best practices in a wilderness environment.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have prior teaching experience in ecology or conservation biology or a similar subject and should be experienced in mentoring young adults in scientific research and the subsequent interpretation and reporting of their findings. All applicants should have a degree in ecology or a related field. The strongest candidates will have an advanced degree in a relevant subject and be actively engaged in their own research with some history of successfully funding that research through grants and/or publishing results in peer-reviewed journals. Additionally, qualified candidates will have some administrative background, ideally demonstrated through prior experience running student experiences and/or academic programs—or through other examples of organizing and managing programs of similar operational complexity.

During the summer program at Yale, there may be a need to transport students locally for field work. Therefore, it would be preferable for the Director to obtain a public service endorsement on their driver’s license, so that they may drive students for School-sponsored activities. It would also be ideal for candidates to have or obtain their Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification.

This is for a postdoctoral research position in Groundwater Geochemistry and Hydrology at J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

Purpose
The post-doc position focuses on analyzing environmental indicators in groundwater at CO2 storage sites, with tasks ranging from data review and field assessments to predictive modeling and monitoring optimization.

Responsibilities

Literature review
Data analysis and modeling
Reporting and publications
Field work

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Geochemistry, Hydrology, or related field. Proven experience in hydro-geochemical research, including fieldwork and data analysis. Strong background in geochemical modeling. Experience with reactive transport simulations. Publication record demonstrating relevant research outcomes.

Ph.D. must have been obtained within 3 years of date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications
Strong data science skills and demonstrated research experience in water-gas-rock interactions, organic-inorganic interactions, microbe-rock interactions with the application to CO2 storage. Familiarity with data analytics. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively disseminate research findings.

Salary Range
$65,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work in all weather conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstations
Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines
Occasional fieldwork as necessary

The Aquatic Ecology and Buoy Specialist is responsible for Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant buoy program (incl. buoy deployment, retrieval, maintenance, outreach and data management). In this role, you will support aquatic field and laboratory research as well as teach within Purdue’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Data management and analyses leading to research and management recommendations, including autonomy to make moderate changes in systems, interpretation and processes based upon findings
Oversees day to day operations of nearshore Lake Michigan buoy program
Lead the boat-based operations of buoy deployment, maintenance, and retrieval, and will also be responsible for interfacing with buoy partners, web-based sharing of data, and communications regarding the buoy
May assess day to day operations and introduce improvements to enhance performance and/or effectiveness of program
Outreach regarding buoy program and resulting data. The outreach will involve increasing agencies’ and general public’s awareness of realtime buoy data
Maintenance of boats and aquatic science research equipment
Safety training and maintenance for aquatic field studies
Support curriculum development and advising of student club activities
May teach for credit courses based on departmental need; courses may include Practical Fisheries Management and Marine Biology and will not exceed more than 4 credit hours per semester

What We’re Looking For:

Masters in Fisheries, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related field
3 years of relevant experience. Acceptable experience includes:
Formal teaching experience
Experience operating boats on the Great Lakes
Experience with a diversity of aquatic sciences field sampling in the Great Lakes
Strong background in environmental data management
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Interest and ability to effectively communicate to non-scientific audiences
Travel

Nice to Have:

PhD
Familiarity with research on fisheries and aquatic ecology

The High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI), (https://environment.princeton.edu/) invites applications for postdoctoral research associates and more senior research positions focusing on the scientific, technical, policy, and human dimensions of environmental issues. These areas include issues surrounding global change; energy and climate; biogeochemical cycles; molecular geochemistry; biodiversity; conservation; environmental science and policy; infectious disease and global health; and sustainable development in impoverished and resource-challenged regions of the world. The Term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. This position is subject to the University’s background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. degree in a related field.

POWER Engineers, Inc. is actively seeking a highly motivated Mid- to Senior-Level Environmental Planner to assist the Environmental Project Management Team on electrical infrastructure siting/routing, planning, and environmental permitting projects in the Midwest and Mid- Atlantic states. This full-time opportunity will be based in our Richmond, VA office or remotely from Washington DC, or Roanoke, VA. Employees may travel to a POWER office for periodic meetings.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Conduct and lead siting/routing studies

· Assist with public outreach tasks, including review and preparing news releases and fact sheets, as part of the siting/routing process

· Prepare and review technical writing of environmental planning and analysis documents

· Prepare and assist with local zoning or permit applications

· Assist senior staff with project controls, team coordination, budget, and forecasting

· Prepare proposals and cost estimates for business development efforts

· Lead internal and external staff and project coordination meetings

· Prepare and review project schedules and milestones

· Interface with internal and external project managers/staff, clients, and sub-contractors

· Research local, state, and federal permitting requirements

· Manage multiple projects at various stages, disciplines, and locations

· Performs other duties as assigned

This position can require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules. Applicants must have the ability to attend and participate in open house and public meeting environments and willingness to travel up to 30% for site visits and client meetings.

Required Education/Experience

· BS degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architect, or related degree

· Five to ten (5-10) years of experience

· Experience in linear infrastructure planning. Siting and routing linear infrastructure, including transmission lines and gas pipelines

· Knowledge and interest in federal, state, and local environmental policy and regulation

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team and collaborative environment, both internally and with clients

· Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

· Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

· Self-starter willing to tackle a variety of tasks simultaneously

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Ability to lead a team and provide guidance to junior or entry level staff

· Experience in proposal writing and presentations

· Strong writing skills

Preferred Education/Experience

· Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, and Adobe Creative Suite computer applications

· MS in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related degree

The Pima County Regional Flood Control District’s mission is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of Pima County residents by providing comprehensive flood protection programs and floodplain management services that emphasize fiscal responsibility, protection of natural resources, and providing a balanced multi-objective approach to managing regional watercourses, floodplains, and stormwater resources.

This position resides within the Floodplain Management Division of the Pima County Regional Flood Control District (District). The position will review and approve permit applications for development in flood-prone areas of Pima County and will gain experience with project management, applying floodplain regulations, and analyzing plans and drainage reports for residential development projects. Other responsibilities include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain mapping, and assisting with site inspections. This position is part of a team of hydrologists with similar responsibilities under the direct supervision of a senior hydrologist.

Duties/Responsibilities

(Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)

Assists developers, contractors and property owners in floodplain use permit application processes;

Identifies flood status of land parcels in response to requests from developers, the public or other County and governmental agencies;

Investigates drainage complaints and submits reports of findings;

Reviews subdivision plats and rezoning applications for compliance with Floodplain Management ordinances and recommends approval/disapproval;

Assists technical staff with installation, monitoring, and maintenance of the ALERT rainfall and stream gage network;

Researches and gathers hydrologic and hydraulic data for hydrology studies;

Prepares watershed maps, drawings and reports using manual and automated systems;

Performs computer-based hydrologic and hydraulic studies, analyzes and interprets findings and prepares reports of results;

Inspects commercial sand and gravel operations for compliance with Floodplain
Management ordinances and any restrictions on floodplain use permit, and submits reports to management of findings and recommendations;

May act as lead Hydrologist for unique or complex projects.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

principles of surface water hydrology, associated backwater and hydraulic computation processes and principles of floodplain management;
resources used for land description, identification and analysis, to include computer-based resources, topographic maps, aerial photographs, sketches and graphs;
provisions and restrictions of local, state and Federal Floodplain Management and zoning ordinance(s) and rules, regulations and standards;
principles and techniques of manual and computer-based cartography;
principles and techniques for remote sensing/monitoring of hydrological and hydraulic data.

Skill in:

gathering and analyzing hydrologic/hydraulic data and preparing technical reports and recommendations;
reading and interpreting topographic maps, aerial photographs, legal descriptions, sketches, graphs and computer-based materials;
reviewing and analyzing subdivision plats, rezoning applications and floodplain use permit applications, and preparing recommendations for approval/disapproval/modification
installation, operation and maintenance of remote sensing devices e.g., rain gauges, flood monitoring equipment, flow metering devices, etc.;
effective verbal and written communication;
evaluating field conditions, making inspections and preparing reports;
use of computer-based resources to complete and document work performed.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, earth science, water resources, atmospheric science, environmental science, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering or civil engineering with a minor in hydrology/hydraulics, hydrology, watershed management, or a closely related field as defined by the appointing authority at the time of the recruitment.

OR:

(2) Four years of professional experience in hydrology, hydrogeology or watershed management.

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a highly motivated and energetic environmental scientist or engineer for a full-time position located onsite at a federal facility in the Adams County, PA, area. The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a dynamic contractor/government team performing technical work and managing environmental projects for a federal government client.
Job Description:

Air permitting, compliance, and implementation:
Petroleum storage tank compliance (aboveground (ASTs) and underground storage tanks (USTs))
Multimedia environmental compliance inspections

Environmental Regulatory Compliance Stormwater Permitting and Implementation:
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Renewal Application and annual report

Natural Resources support:
Bird, bat, and deer surveys
Periodic deer exclusion fence repairs
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) as needed
Perform Environmental Assessments (EAs) as required
Develop technical briefings, reports, and memos to communicate the program requirements and effectiveness of environmental initiatives
Job Hazards Analysis (JHA) as required for project implementation
Create and provide training for various environmental compliance programs as required by the client
Respond to other environmental concerns/issues required by the client and ensure all reporting and deliverable deadlines are met

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum five years experience managing and implementing environmental compliance programs at federal facilities or private industry with state regulators
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or similar degree
Strong technical and quantitative analysis skills, proficiency in technical writing, and interacting with various types of staff at various levels in an organization
Good organizational skills
Ability to always maintain attention to detail
Management of multiple projects and activities
Ability to manage tasks as needed
Work well with others on completing deliverables
A security clearance level of Secret is required for this position, which is onsite at a federal facility

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

The Office of Chief Scientist (OCS) is the nexus of science at EDF, ensuring that the science that is the backbone for all EDF policy positions is based on the best available information. To be most effective in this role, OCS provides programmatic support for all scientists at EDF and fosters relationships with scientists outside the organization.

Overall Function

The Remote Sensing team is seeking a Geospatial Analyst with proven geospatial analytical and research skills in support of a major satellite mission to assess methane emissions with a focus on global oil and gas sector using geospatial data and analytics. The Geospatial Analyst will be a key team member of the EDF team and will work closely with EDF’s Office of the Chief Scientist and EDF scientists, technologists and external partners from academia and industry. The Geospatial Analyst will work on interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of methane emissions, satellite/airborne observations, large-scale oil and gas and non-oil and gas relevant data, and a variety of geospatial data and analytics. This position will report to the Senior Scientist at EDF and will work closely with other EDF and MethaneSAT staff and key partners.

This is a 3-year fixed-term position with opportunity for extension.

Key responsibilities

Compile, integrate, and analyze multiple and disparate geospatial datasets, including methane emissions data and oil and gas and non-oil and gas activity data reported in peer-reviewed publications and by governments and companies to support the development of robust analytics on global oil and gas methane emissions.
Create automated geoprocessing workflows and conduct geospatial, statistical, and other advanced data analyses for EDF/MethaneSAT’s methane emission assessment, methane inventory development, and methane source attribution work and prepare data visualizations and reports of findings.
Perform data and geospatial analytics of the MethaneAIR and MethaneSAT observations and geospatial targets development.
Ensure high degree of confidence in the projects’ data products including but not limited to the development and implementation of QA/QC strategies regarding methane emissions characterization and source attribution analytics.
Support and manage key components of ongoing projects with internal and external partners, including from academia, industry, and research organizations.
Perform literature reviews and analyze and synthesize scientific/technical information on a variety of topics to support MethaneSAT project and related EDF activities.
Help develop reports, fact sheets, blog posts, and other materials for general and specific audiences on the topics of focus.
Work with a team of scientists and technologists to write up project results for staff, partners, donors, and peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Represent EDF in external meetings with a high degree of professionalism.
Support other “rapid response” and/or project development efforts on an as-needed basis.
Participate in advancing EDF DEI goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 2 or more years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree in Geoinformation Science and Analytics, Geospatial Technologies, Geography, Earth Systems Science, Remote Sensing or in a related discipline with little professional experience.
Strong quantitative background in geospatial data analytics and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, geostatistics).
Background or interest in methane emissions, including from oil and gas and non-oil and gas sources, is desired.
Proficiency in programming languages is desired (Python preferred).
Experience working with large geospatial and satellite datasets is highly desired.
Intellectual agility and comfort with working on a wide variety of environmental topics.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Comfortable with translating quantitative geospatial analytical information for non-specialist audiences.
Ability to work independently and support a multi-disciplinary team, using independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Locations

This position is based in the United States and can be either fully remote or hybrid if you reside within commuting distance to an EDF office. Note: If you’re applying for this position, you must currently reside in and have the right to live and work in the USA, as we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

The Department of Biology at Methodist University is seeking an innovative, motivated individual to fill an open-rank, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in Botany, Ecology, and Conservation Biology as well as introductory biology courses for majors and non-majors. There is also an opportunity to develop an upper-level course in your area of specialization. The starting date is anticipated to be January 1, 2025.

Responsibilities:

Teach 12 credits per semester (typically a 3/3 load for laboratory classes)
Contribute to curriculum development
Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and other service activities
Maintain a professional development and research agenda

Education/Experience:

A Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology, or a related field is required.
Previous teaching experience and a passion for delivering high-quality, engaging instruction

Other Skills/Abilities:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong commitment to student mentorship
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues within and outside the department
Demonstrated potential for university and community service