1. Postdoctoral Fellow – Hydroclimate Scientist

The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) is a regional climate service centre at the University of Victoria that provides practical information on climate impacts. PCIC is seeking a postdoctoral candidate to work within the pan-Canadian Global Water Futures (GWF) research program (https://gwf.usask.ca) to study the impacts of climate variability and change on hydrology and water quality in western Canada.

Under the theme of ‘Climate and Diagnostic Hydrological and Water Quality Modelling’, the GWF proposes the development of a pan-Canadian hydrology/water quality multi-model system for assessment of hydrologic sensitivity under historical and future climates. In this context, this position is responsible for leading the development, enhancement and application of PCIC’s version of the Variable Infiltration Capacity (VIC) hydrology model for select Canadian basins.

The candidate must have a PhD in the physical sciences, preferably in Hydrologic, Atmospheric or Climate science, have experience in the development and application of hydrologic or land surface models, and possess excellent programming skills (C++ and python being particularly useful).

Details

Employer

PCIC

Location

Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium, UVic, Victoria, BC, Canada

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Posted

Aug 14, 2017

Closes

Sep 13, 2017

Discipline

Hydrology

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Internship

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003733/postdoctoral-fellow-hydroclimate-scientist/

2. Science Engagement Internship at the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Who We Are

"The advancement of science should be the chief concern of a nation that would conserve and increase the welfare of its people." -James McKeen Cattell, former AAAS President and Editor of Science

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Support the administration of the Engaging Scientists in the Science and Religion Dialogue project

· Contribute to the development and implementation of project deliverables

· Assist with the planning and logistics of multiple meetings and conferences

· Conduct research on topics and current events relevant to science and religion

· Perform other related duties as assigned

Key Requirements

· Must currently be enrolled in a Master's degree program or recently graduated from an undergraduate program. Pursuing a degree in science related discipline preferred

· Minimum of 1 year of prior work/internship experience in an office setting

· Excellent written and oral communication

· Sincere interest in public engagement and interest in fostering dialogue between scientific and religious communities

· Strong background/coursework in one or more of the following: biology, evolutionary biology, astrobiology, ecology, physics, genetics, bioethics, religious studies, or theology

· Familiarity with contemporary software packages, particularly Microsoft Office

· Experience with digital media and social media communication platforms

Details

Employer

Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion, American Association for the Advancement of Science

Location

Washington D.C.

Posted

Aug 14, 2017

Closes

Aug 30, 2017

Ref

Fall 2017 DoSER internship

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

Bachelors

Job Type

Internship

Link:https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003732/science-engagement-internship-at-the-american-association-for-the-advancement-of-science/

3. Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professors, Geological Science

The Department of Geology and Environmental Science at Wheaton College (IL) invites applications for two tenure-track, assistant professors to fill retirement vacancies (employment beginning August 2018).

We are seeking two individuals who will cover undergraduate curricular requirements in the geology and environmental science majors for mineralogy, igneous and metamorphic petrology, structural geology, geomorphology and hydrogeology. Auxiliary specialties contributing to elective courses might include geochemistry, geophysics, soil science, climate science and Geographic Information Science. Other teaching responsibilities may include our summer field course and geoscience and environmental themed general education courses for non-majors. Successful candidates will develop a research program in their discipline that involves collaboration with undergraduates.

Details

Employer

Wheaton College

Location

Wheaton, Illinois (US)

Salary

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Posted

Aug 14, 2017

Closes

Oct 13, 2017

Discipline

Geochemistry, Mineral and Rock Physics, Near Surface Geophysics, Solid Earth Geophysics, Volcanology, Geochemistry, and Petrology

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link:

https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003730/two-tenure-track-assistant-professors-geological-science/

4. Chemical Oceanographer, Asst Prof, Tenure-Track

San José State University

San José, California

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION AVAILABILITY

Subject to Budgetary Approval

Specialization: Faculty Position in Chemical Oceanography

Job Opening ID (JOID): 24164

Rank: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)

Qualifications:

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories (MLML) and San José State University (SJSU) are seeking well-qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position to provide quality undergraduate and graduate instruction, and to pursue a vigorous research program in the general area of Chemical Oceanography. We are seeking a field-oriented scientist with broad interests in Chemical Oceanography, possibly including environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biological/chemical/physical interactions. The successful applicant must have a strong commitment to quality instruction and a record of a vigorous research program that can involve graduate students. A Ph.D. is required. Applicant materials should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained through cross-cultural study, teaching, training and other comparable experiences.

Details:

Employer

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Location

Moss Landing, California

Posted

Aug 11, 2017

Closes

Aug 23, 2017

Discipline

Ocean Science

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003726/chemical-oceanographer-asst-prof-tenure-track/

5. Research Associate, Environmental Sciences

Research Associate, Environmental Sciences

The Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks a Research Associate to contribute to computational research on ocean tritium and helium isotope distributions in the framework of the Community Earth System Model. The research associate will work directly with Scott Doney in the Department of Environmental Sciences.

The candidate must have experience with ocean circulation modeling, data analysis and visualization. Prior experience with ocean transient tracers, marine biogeochemistry, and the Community Earth System Model or similar global model is preferred. Strong skills in verbal and written communication of scientific results, ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of interdisciplinary teams, and ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks are required skills.

Appointment is for one year with possibility of a renewal for one additional year, contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding. The completion of a Ph.D. in oceanography or related field is required by appointment start date. The anticipated start date will be in October 2017.

Details:

Employer

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

Location

Charlottesville, Virginia

Posted

Aug 11, 2017

Closes

Sep 10, 2017

Discipline

Ocean Science

Career Level

Experienced

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003724/research-associate-environmental-sciences/

6. PhD position

Subduction zones are primary drivers of plate tectonics, but little is known about how they start. In February-March 2018, an international experiment will image the newly-forming subduction zone beneath southwest New Zealand using seismic methods. We are seeking a student with a strong background in geophysics and a sense of adventure. He or she would participate in deployment of land seismometers to record arrivals from an air-gun source towed behind a ship, and earthquakes. Analysis of offshore and onshore geophysical data will be used to determine crust and upper mantle structure, and hence better understand how subduction zones form. The project requires fieldwork in remote areas and may involve boats and helicopters. The project is collaborative with the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics, California Institute of Technology, and GNS Science.

Details:

Employer

Victoria University of Wellington

Location

Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Salary

Scholarship of $NZ27,000 pa to be applied for.

Posted

Aug 09, 2017

Closes

Sep 08, 2017

Discipline

Solid Earth Geophysics

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Internship

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003723/phd-position-/

7. Assistant Professorship in Natural Hazards

The Department of Earth Sciences at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professorship in Natural Hazards commencing as early as September 2018. A PhD is required, and post-doctoral research, teaching or industry experience is desirable. Qualified candidates will be considered for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (see below). The research activities of the successful candidate will complement the existing natural hazards research interests within the Department, while contributing to the expertise of the Department as a whole. Candidates with expertise in remote sensing, risk assessment and mitigation, field-based observation and/or laboratory-based studies examining natural hazards, in particular, geological hazards, are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will develop a strong, externally funded research program, and supervise both Master’s and doctoral students. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate level courses, to support the environmental geoscience curriculum, for example, by teaching courses in Quaternary geology or environmental geoscience. The successful candidate is expected to eventually take on a leadership role in the Centre for Natural Hazards Research.

Details:

Employer

Simon Fraser University

Location

Burnaby, British Columbia

Posted

Aug 09, 2017

Closes

Oct 08, 2017

Discipline

Natural Hazards

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Relocation Cost

Negotiable

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003721/assistant-professorship-in-natural-hazards/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

8. Multiple Tenure-track Faculty Positions in Earth Sciences

Academia Sinica is the premier, state-funded research organization in Taiwan. The Institute of Earth Sciences (IES), one of the 31 institutes of Academia Sinica, has strong and active research programs in solid-Earth geophysics and geochemistry with state-of-the-art analytical and computational facilities. The institute also operates several field observation networks in Taiwan and other parts of Asia. Current research in IES includes seismological and geodetic studies, regional and global tectonics, geodynamics, gravity and geomagnetic analysis, high pressure mineral physics, isotope geochemistry, orogeny, igneous and metamorphic petrology, cosmo-chemistry, and marine geochemistry.

We invite outstanding candidates to apply for several tenure-track faculty positions at all levels of seniority. The positions are open to all research areas that strengthen or complement the aforementioned fields, and we especially encourage applicants with expertise in geochemistry, mineral physics, and tectonics. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree and an excellent record of independent research.

Details:

Employer

Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica

Location

Taipei (TW)

Posted

Aug 09, 2017

Closes

Sep 08, 2017

Discipline

Earth and Space Science Informatics, Geochemistry,Geodesy, Mineral and Rock Physics, Paleoceanography and Paleoclimatology,Planetary Sciences,Seismology, Solid Earth Geophysics, Space Physics,Tectonophysics, Volcanology, Geochemistry, and Petrology

Career Level

Researcher

Education Level

PhD

Desired Certifications

Professional Geologist

Job Type

Tenure Track

Link: https://findajob.agu.org/job/8003720/multiple-tenure-track-faculty-positions-in-earth-sciences/