Research Experience for Undergraduates opportunity at LUMCON

See this link for information about a Research Experience for Undergraduates opportunity in Louisiana.

Volunteer at Trash Bash in Armand Bayou

Galveston Bay Foundation is taking on the Armand Bayou site for Trash Bash 2011 on Saturday, March 26th! There will be opportunities to pickup trash at parks and alongside trails and roadways in the Armand Bayou watershed, as well as opportunities for canoers/kayakers to collect trash from their personal watercraft. Information and registration are at: http://galvbay.org/events_trash.html

Marine Science Instructor/Counselor

Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute

Camp Sewee Job Description

Title: Marine Science Instructor/Counselor

Work Dates: May 29– August 5, 2011

Location: Awendaw, SC (20 miles from Charleston)

Description:

To lead, instruct, and supervise campers (ages 8-16) in all areas of Marine Science Curriculum and perform duties that are required by the Camp Director. The camp runs out of a coastal area in South Carolina. It has direct access to the ocean and we take trips out to islands for nature hikes and marine studies. During the week, trips are made to aquariums, water parks, environmental education centers, and creeks for kayaking. At camp we take the campers into the salt marsh, crabbing, cast netting, as well as study dolphins and turtles.

Principle Duties:

· Teach all components of the Marine Science Curriculum (training provided).

· Lead students in daily program classes and activities (wake-up, meals, canteen, campfire, and rap-up).

· Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled.

· Assist with routine clean-up.

· Set-up and maintenance of site and program areas.

· Perform direct supervision of children while involved in classes and activities (on- and off-site).

· Perform camp counselor duties including staying and attending to campers over night while they are at camp.

Qualifications:

· Pursuing a BA or BS in Marine Science, Biology, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Parks and Recreation, or related field is preferred but not necessary to apply (applies to Juniors, Seniors, and College Graduates.)

· Residential camp experience preferred.

· Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy to work and live with campers and staff.

· Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands-on” teaching methods.

· Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt, and work hard as part of a team pursuing one common goal and objective.

Salary:

$440 - $550 twice a month plus room and board and a sickness/accidental insurance plan. EOE.

Contact:

If you are interested in the position please send your resume and three references to

Chelsey Repokis at ccalzad@clemson.edu.

Research Technicians for Georgia LTER program

The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program seeks two Research Technicians to be based at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, Georgia. The selected individuals will work as part of the field crew supporting the GCE LTER project (gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu/lter/). One position will lead an effort to construct, maintain and monitor a large experiment focusing on sea level rise and effects on freshwater tidal marshes. This includes helping to obtain permits and comply with appropriate regulations, constructing boardwalks, installing a system to deliver water to plots, measuring salinity in plots, and monitoring soil, plants and invertebrates in plots. The second position will be responsible for helping conduct the GCE monitoring program, transporting personnel to field sites in marshes and estuaries, assisting with a wide variety of research tasks, processing samples in the laboratory, and entering data. Both positions will occasionally require strenuous physical activity and irregular hours. Applicants must be able to hike through mud, marsh grass and other difficult terrain; lift and carry heavy gear in the field; and assist in light construction.

These positions are based out of the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, GA (http://www.uga.edu/ugami/). The selected individuals may either live on the Island (in UGAMI housing at a subsidized cost) or on the mainland. The ideal candidates will have a B.S. in an appropriate field; small boat piloting experience; first aid certification; field research experience; basic computer skills, including experience with email, word-processing and spreadsheet programs; and the ability to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people.

The salary range for these positions is $24-30,000, and both include full benefits. Applicants should be willing to make at least a 2-year commitment to the project. Apply online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/, posting numbers 20110098 and 20110099. Applications will be considered starting February 14 and until the position is filled. Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Steve Pennings (spennings@uh.edu). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

485 opportunity for a Coastal Plant student

Have you taken MARB 430? Did you enjoy the plant excursions? If so, I have a 485 position for you to consider. I would like a former MARB 430 student to help me revise and update the plant field guide and start creating an online database of plant pictures. Email Dr. Armitage (armitaga@tamug.edu) if you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity.

Technician Position available at FIU

Wetland Algal Ecology Field and Laboratory Technician

The Southeast Environmental Research Center (http://casgroup.fiu.edu/serc/) at Florida International University (http://www.fiu.edu) is seeking a full time research technician to aid in collection, processing and identification of algae from the Florida Everglades. The technician will participate in several multidisciplinary studies that investigate effects of long-term natural and anthropogenic environmental change on Everglades communities. Field work includes traveling by helicopter and airboat to collect algae from Everglades wetlands, and entails long days in hot, wet conditions. Laboratory responsibilities include sample processing for biomass and nutrient analyses, microscopic identification of algae and data entry. Enthusiasm for rigorous field work and previous experience with algae are desirable.

FIU has an exceptional interdisciplinary history of research in ecological sciences, particularly in the Everglades and adjacent marine habitats. In particular, FIU is home to the NSF–funded Florida Coastal Everglades Long Term Ecological Research Program (FCE-LTER) which is comprised of >130 scientists from 27 institutions conducting research on ecological processes and coupled human interactions in the South Florida landscape (http://fcelter.fiu.edu/). The FCE-LTER, together with programs associated with the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Program, create a stimulating atmosphere for Everglades research.

Qualifications: B.S. with experience or M.S. in biology or related field. Salary commensurate with experience.

To Apply: Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references by e-mail to Dr. Evelyn Gaiser (gaisere@fiu.edu). Selection process will begin 1 March 2011. For more information see: http://algae.fiu.edu/.

EPA Fellowships For Undergraduate Environmental Study

See this link for information on EPA Greater Research Opportunities (GRO) Fellowships For Undergraduate Environmental Study.