INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL JOBS (Websites): 

 
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the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program to support eight internships for undergraduate student research at BIOS during fall 2013.
 
This program provides recipients with the opportunity to conduct intensive, hands-on research projects in several active and ongoing research areas, including:
 
  • Biology, chemistry, and physics of the open ocean
  • Biology, physiology, and biochemistry of coral reef ecosystems
  • Molecular biology of marine organisms
  • Environmental chemistry of Bermuda's atmosphere and inshore waters
  • Effects and consequences of global environmental change
 
Further information on the REU program at BIOS can be found here: www.bios.edu/education/reu/ This includes a list of past projects and student testimonials and links to the application form, an overview of the REU Program at BIOS, student publications and potential BIOS mentors.
 
We also operate a Facebook page where you can meet and mingle with former and prospective REU interns, see photos of them conducting their research, read their testimonials, meet the advisers and find out more about BIOS and Bermuda in general: http://www.facebook.com/BIOS.REU
 
Eligibility and Terms of Fellowship
To apply you will need to fill out the application form, choose three mentors that you are interested in working with, provide up to date transcripts, your current CV and two letters of reference. The application deadline is May 30th, 2013. Please email applications to education@bios.edu
 
Applicants must meet the following criteria:-
·         Completed at least one year of undergraduate study
·         Will still be an undergraduate in the fall of 2013
·         U.S. citizen or permanent resident
 
Minorities are especially encouraged to submit applications. Students will reside on the BIOS campus. The REU Program covers travel expenses, room and board. Travel insurance is the responsibility of the student. Each successful REU applicant will receive a stipend paid at competitive rates. BIOS encourages all successful applicants to arrange for independent study credit through their home institutions.
 
We look forward to receiving applications!
 
Chloé Newcomb Hodgetts
Education Coordinator
 
Potential projects for 2013 include:
Adviser
Lab Website
Project  Description
Experience Required
Dr Andrew Peters
Marine  Chemistry: Bioavailability of petroleum hydrocarbons from weathered oil deposits in Bermuda's littoral zone.  Tar deposits arising from marine oil spills in the 1970's and 1980's will be collected from rocky shorelines and the release of petroleum hydrocarbons to clean seawater will be assessed in a series of laboratory experiments.  Hydrocarbons in the seawater will be measured using SPME GC-MS.
Organic chemstry classes (theory and lab) essential.  Experience with using GC-MS an asset.
Atmospheric Chemistry: Investigation of major ion chemistry of rainwater and aerosol in the sub-tropical marine atmosphere.  Various projects available.
Chemistry classes (theory and lab) essential.
Rachel Parsons
Determining the temporal and spatial changes of Archaea in the open ocean: Using microscopy and molecular techniques to look at changes in archaeal abundance over time and depth using the Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study. Analyses: DAPI Counts (microbial enumeration), PCR, CARD-FISH
Basic molecular and microscopy skills, good chemistry knowledge and familiarity with Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Looking at antibiotic resistance in bacteria associated with the Seabright sewage outfall: Using PCR and qPCR to look at Staphylococcus aureus vs methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus levels in hospital sewage. Whether this organism is making its way into the marine environment via the Seabright sewage outfall. Analyses: PCR, qPCR, culture methods
Basic molecular skills, good chemistry knowledge and familiarity with Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Microbe -Coral interactions: How corals and microbes interact specifically determining if corals can change the microbial community to select for species that are beneficial for nutrition. Analyses: DAPI Counts (microbe enumeration), PCR, T-RFLP, FISH and CARD-FISH, Bacterial Production, Aquaria Experiments
Basic molecular and microscopy skills, good chemistry knowledge and familiarity with Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Natasha McDonald
Investigation of the sources and sinks of lignin phenols in the Marine Boundary Layer (MBL) as a proxy for terrestrially derived organic matter:  Combining atmospheric chemistry and oceanography to determine the flux of these compounds from the atmosphere into the open ocean.  Analyses:  High volume air sampling; Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectometry; UV-Vis Absorbance Spectroscopy; Participation in research cruises.
Chemistry skills (theory + lab experience).  Basic proficiency in data processing.  Skills in atmospheric/marine/environmental science and proficiency in Matlab a bonus. 
Determination of the affect of microbial activity on the chemical composition of lignin phenols:  how does bacteria from open ocean waters decompose or otherwise chemically alter various lignin fractions. Analyses: Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectometry; UV-Vis Absorbance Spectroscopy; Solid phase extraction; Participation in research cruises.
Chemistry skills (theory + lab experience).  Basic proficiency in data processing.  Skills in atmospheric/marine/environmental science, microbiology and proficiency in Matlab a bonus. 
Analysis of spectral slope ratios in absorbance data for Chromophoric Dissolved Organic Matter (CDOM): to better understand links between CDOM sprectroscopy and chemical compostion/source.  Analyses:  Data analysis/processing of spectroscopy data.
Proficiency in data analysis.  Profiency in Matlab or comparable analytical software.  Profiency in statistical analysis and data modeling.  
Dr Eric Hochberg
Reef Community Light-Use Efficiency: How efficient are corals and algae at absorbing light and using it in photosynthesis? How does the efficiency change when the organisms are stressed? The answers are fundamental to reef ecosystem function. This project will involve lab-based experiments to determine light-use efficiencies for different functional groups of reef benthos (i.e., corals, various algae, sediment).  This will entail collecting specimens, placing them in an outdoor recirculating flume mesocosm, and measuring changes in dissolved oxygen (using an automated sensor) to determine their rates of photosynthesis.  There will be some opportunity to conduct field observations on the natural reefs of Bermuda, as well.
Science background, with intro physics, chemistry, and math, ideally with upper-level biology; SCUBA certification, if diving is to be included in project
Phenology of Coral Pigments: Phenology is the study of life cycle events and how they are influenced by seasons, climate, etc. While coral bleaching is well studied, coral pigment phenology under non-stress conditions is poorly understood. The work in this project will be lab-based, involving daily observations of coral pigmentation using bio-optical methods.  Some coral tissue samples will be analyzed for pigment concentrations to validate the bio-optical approach.  There will be some opportunity to conduct field observations as well.
Science background, with intro physics, chemistry, and math, ideally with upper-level biology; SCUBA certification, if diving is to be included in project
Dr Helena Reinardy
DNA damage and repair in marine echinoderms: The capacity to repair DNA damage is critical for cell health and prevention of disease such as cancer. Some marine organisms (e.g. sea urchins) have very low rates of cancer development as well as being highly resistant to genotoxicants. DNA repair activity in marine organisms is poorly understood, and this project will compare DNA repair activity among different species of sea urchin after exposure to different types of genotoxicants including UV irradiation and hydrogen peroxide. Techniques will include specimen collection, good molecular biology laboratory practice, DNA damage and repair assays.
Science background, especially biology and mathematics, good laboratory skills, proficiency with data processing and analysis, interest in applied marine biology and molecular techniques.
Drs Helena Reinardy and Kristen Buck
Genotoxic effects of environmental copper contamination in Bermuda: Copper is a known environmental contaminant in Bermuda waters and one possible source is from marine anti-fouling paints. Copper is known to be toxic to aquatic organisms, but it is not known what the potential ecotoxicological impacts are of copper exposure in Bermuda. This project will investigate the eco- and geno-toxicology of environmentally relevant sources and concentrations of copper using the sea urchin larvae ecotoxicological model. Techniques will include sea urchin fertilization, rearing and husbandry of sea urchin larvae, genotoxicology assays, and analytical chemistry of copper in water, sediments, and bioaccumulation in sea urchin larvae.
Science background, especially biology, chemistry, and mathematics, good laboratory skills, proficiency with data processing and analysis, interest in ecotoxicology, environmental chemistry, and molecular biology techniques.
Dr Kristen Buck
Trace metals absorbed on and contained within macroalgal Sargassum species found in Bermuda waters:  As Sargassum is transported to the Sargasso Sea and Bermuda from the Gulf of Mexico, it may serve as a vector for trace metals to the island. This study will provide preliminary data on Cu, Ni, and Zn concentrations associated with Sargassum in local waters. Analyses: EDTA wash, strong acid digestions, GFAAS analyses.
Strong chemistry skills, comfort working with strong acids (nitric acid),  ideally experience working with trace metal clean techniques- otherwise strong attention to detail and meticulous behavior in a laboratory setting. Familiarity with Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Dr Ruth Curry
Climate change and the Atlantic Ocean:  A global database of observed hydrographic profiles of pressure, temperature, salinity, oxygen, nutrients and tracers (HydroBase3) provides a powerful tool for investigating ocean properties and how they are changing with time.  This project will update the database with recently acquired Argo float and CTD profiles and utilize them to:  1) quantify changes in ocean heat and freshwater content on regional scales, and 2) investigate changes in the North Atlantic gyre circulation over the last 60 years.
Strong science and math background, computer skills (will use Linux and Matlab software tools) and curiosity about the nature of ocean circulation and its role in the climate system.
 

5/16/13
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Summer Camp Assistant - Mote Marine Laboratory   Summerland Key, FL
 
Mote Marine Laboratory is currently seeking a male Summer Camp Assistant to work with Mote staff and interns in the Florida Keys supervising male campers. The ability to work with the team is absolutely essential. It is important that the Assistant be good with time management and with anticipating activities that need to be initiated. The activities include elements of camp fun as well as education, the Assistant should understand that he/she is in the hospitality business as well as in the role of an instructor.
 
Description of General duties and responsibilities:
 
-Provide supervision of campers throughout residential camp sessions.
-Maintaining safe conditions for campers.
-Checking and preparing equipment for campers (includes snorkel gear, safety equipment, lab supplies, etc.) before each group of campers.
Cleaning gear, storing after use. Assisting with cleanup after campers leave.
-Providing tour of property when campers arrive. Outlining safety, privacy and security matters to campers.
-Providing snorkel workshop and training for campers. Overseeing swim check.
-Assisting with meal preparation, food shopping, and all reservations as necessary.
-Providing two evenings per week of educational/interesting programming.
Each will be approximately one hour long. May use laboratory equipment, PowerPoint presentation equipment as necessary. Topics may vary with camper age group. Active/interactive presentations are preferred.
-Accompanying campers on snorkel trips and other field trips. Interacting with them in the water.
-Lifeguarding from shore stations and aboard snorkel boat.
 
 
Minimum Requirements
 
-American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate or equivalent -CPR, First Aid certificate -Strong teaching skills -Good swimming skills -Valid Class D driver’s license -U.S. citizenship or foreign citizen’s U.S. work permit appropriate for the work -Undergraduate or advanced degree in science, education or related field or equivalent work experience
 
 
Preferred Requirements
 
Divemaster certification
 
 
Duration:
 
This position will begin on or about June 3th, 2013 and end August 5th, 2013.
 
  
Physical Requirements:
 
Stamina for working occasional long hours at outdoor locations in hot weather, high humidity, intense sunlight, and wet weather
 
Ability to safely lift 40 lbs.
 
Ability to lift 25 lbs overhead.
 
 
 
Interested applicants should submit as a single electronic file, 1) a cover letter, 2) resume or CV, and 3) the names and contact information for three references, before 5pm May 24, 2013 to HumanResources@mote.org.
Alternatively, a single package of all requested elements may be submitted to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236.
 
5/15/13

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[FMSEA] Position announcement: Marine Biology Educator
 
Smithsonian Marine Station_Marine Biology Educator.pdfSmithsonian Marine Station_Marine Biology Educator.pdf

The Smithsonian Marine Station located in Fort Pierce, FL is accepting applications for a part-time (32 hours/week) Marine Biology Educator. Please see attached posting for details. The application deadline is Friday May 31, 2013.
 
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or for additional information.
 
Many thanks,
Cristin
 
Cristin Ryan
Marine Biology Educator/Volunteer Coordinator
Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit
(772) 465-3271
 
 

5/13/12
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National and international opportunities for this month. The additional attached documents correspond with opportunities listed in the newsletter. Please distribute accordingly.

OpportunitiesNewsletterMay2013.pdfOpportunitiesNewsletterMay2013.pdf

Joint-JRG ZMT-MARUM, Bremen.pdfJoint-JRG ZMT-MARUM, Bremen.pdf

Fowa Scholarship_print.pdfFowa Scholarship_print.pdf
5/8/13
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Part-time job opportunity for Marine Biology and Biology students. This job opportunity is with Eco Tours at Amelia River Cruises in Fernandina Beach. Below is the job description.
 
They are looking for a Marine Biologist or a Biology Student to narrate, and be actively involved with the operation of, their Eco Tours at Amelia River Cruises in Fernandina Beach. The tours are Monday through Saturday, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, starting June 10th through August 17th. Please view the description of our Eco Tours below:

During the tour their guests will experience the operation of the Otter Trawl shrimp net (done by the narrator/first mate) much like the nets used by the commercial shrimp industry today. Their guests will be actively involved in this process and deploying and retrieving this net will be part of the experience. The catch will then be displayed in an aquarium onboard and each of the creatures will be identified and then released back into the wild. Then they will continue to explore the backwaters and tidal creeks that make up this estuary that is also part of the St. Marys River Basin connecting Tiger Basin with the Okefenokee Swamp.
 
If students are interested they can contact:
Deanna Doehler, Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Amelia River Excursions, Inc.
1 North Front Street
Fernandina Beach, FL  32034
Phone: 904-261-9972
Fax: 904-261-9974
Cell: 904-206-9733

5/7/13
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This announcement is attached as a pdf and also available at: http://www.georgiaseaturtlecenter.org/join-us/internships/
Volunteer Program Member, Georgia Sea Turtle Center
 
Duration of Program: September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center (GSTC), opened on June 16, 2007, is a state-of-the-art facility focused on sea turtle rehabilitation, research and education. The GSTC is located on beautiful Jekyll Island, a barrier island along Georgia’s southeast coast. The GSTC includes an Interactive exhibit gallery, a viewing window into the veterinary care area, an elevated walkway though the rehabilitation pavilion and a gift shop. Visitors take a self-guided tour through the Center, which is enhanced by daily educational programs. We offer in-house and outreach programs to schools, tour groups and community organizations, and represent the GSTC at various environmental events.
Position Description and Essential Functions: The GSTC Volunteer Program Member responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
  • Assist in recruitment, training, and/or management of GSTC volunteer program.
  • Conduct volunteer trainings every 6-8 weeks. 
  • Alert volunteers to releases, upcoming events, and other GSTC news.
  • Schedule volunteers for major GSTC Events.
  • Maintain volunteer records using online Volgistics database
  • Focus on volunteer recognition and implement recruitment techniques as needed.
  • Conduct daily programs for the public in the Center.
  • Spend one day per week with the education department  interacting with guests in the exhibit gallery and rehabilitation pavilion as well as assisting with outreach programs in the community
  • Spend one day per week with veterinary husbandry staff performing animal care, feeding, and other duties as identified by the rehabilitation coordinator.
  • Assist research department with data collection and entry, patrols, and any other duties as needed and permissible by the volunteer coordinator.
General Requirements:
  • Positive attitude
  • A desire to learn
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Strong public speaking skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Well organized
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently or with a team
  • Flexible schedule
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
  • 18+ yrs of age
  • U.S Citizen
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. driver’s license
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  • Preferred (but not required):
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Experience in volunteer coordination
Salary and Benefits:  Stipend and housing provided
Housing: On-site shared house with utilities will be available with a $100 per month rent surcharge automatically deducted from payroll and $100 refundable security deposit. Houses are air-conditioned and equipped with basic furniture, kitchen and bathroom supplies. You must provide your own linens, towels, & food.  Not provided by employer but available: telephone, cable, and Internet (however there is free wireless available at various locations on JI).  Temporary JI parking pass will be supplied.
 
*Travel and transportation costs will not be covered by GSTC
*Essential functions need to be able to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
 Interested applicants should email or fax a cover letter and resume including 3 references (contact only at this time) to:
Jeannie Miller Martin, AmeriCorps Coordinator               
 

4/11/13
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Ecologist, UNF (Jacksonville, FL) Required Qualifications:  Master's degree in ecology, biological sciences, or closely related field, with commensurate record of scholarly publication, by May 2013. Ability to work in a team environment with stakeholders having varied needs and priorities. Attention to detail and ability to follow through on completion of tasks and projects on deadline. Ability to develop project ideas and work independently to complete them, while taking direction from supervising staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 
 
A few tips to find the position easily:  Search for either the position name, “ecologist,” or for position number 946014.  If applicants have any specific questions, they may contact Dr. Pyati at radha.pyati@unf.edu.

4/4/13
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A full time Marine Science teacher position in the Florida Keys is available at Ocean Studies Charter School located in the beautiful Florida Keys.  Start date is August 15, 2013 for one academic school year position. The position will be responsible for teaching marine sciences, physics and chemistry classes and related areas, as well as supporting the teaching staff and school curriculum. The preferred candidate’s teaching would address aspects of local environmental conservation as well as incorporating common core curriculum into lesson plans. The successful candidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in marine science, conservation biology, ecology, or related discipline. Applicant should have a strong commitment to teaching, and be able to work in an interdisciplinary academic context. Our teachers are well rounded, willing to grow and learn and open to the Montessori philosophy.  Teaching duties include planning and implementing lesson plans and curriculum, attending weekly field trips and working with local community partners. Candidates who have or are willing to get a FL state teaching credential is a plus.



Ocean Studies Charter School is located in Tavernier FL on a beautiful campus designed specifically to be a Montessori School. Our community offers a variety of water sports including diving, snorkeling and kayaking. If you would like more culture, we are a short 55 minute drive to south Miami. Ocean Studies Charter currently enrolls 72 students and will be expanding to 90 students in the 2013/2014 school year.  Although OSCS currently educates K to 3rd grade, we plan to expand to 5th grade in the near future.  If you are interested in this dynamic opportunity, please feel free to contact Jennifer Flores at oceanstudiescharter@gmail.com or call (305) 852.7700.


4/2/13
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We are looking for a Marine Biologist or a Biology Student to narrate, and be actively involved with the operation of, our Eco Tours at Amelia River Cruises in Fernandina Beach. The tours are Monday through Saturday, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, starting June 10th through August 17th. Please view the description of our Eco Tours below:

During the tour our guests will experience the operation of the Otter Trawl shrimp net (done by the narrator/first mate) much like the nets used by the commercial shrimp industry today. Our guests will be actively involved in this process and deploying and retrieving this net will be part of the experience. The catch will then be displayed in an aquarium onboard and each of the creatures will be identified and then released back into the wild. Then we will continue to explore the backwaters and tidal creeks that make up this estuary that is also part of the St. Marys River Basin connecting Tiger Basin with the Okefenokee Swamp.
 
Thank You, 
Deanna Doehler, Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Amelia River Excursions, Inc.
1 North Front Street
Fernandina Beach, FL  32034
Phone: 904-261-9972
Fax: 904-261-9974
Cell: 904-206-9733
 

3/14/13
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