Environmental Geobiology Faculty Position: Kansas State University

Environmental Geobiology Faculty Position: Kansas State University

The Department of Geology at Kansas State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Environmental Geobiology, at the rank of Assistant Professor. Compensation is based on the nine-month academic year, although two months summer salary may be negotiated for up to two years. A competitive startup package is available. The position will start no later than August 2012 and may begin earlier if mutually agreeable.

Research Area: A strong background and continued interest in geological processes is required. Preference will be given to candidates with interests in mineral/microbe interaction, microbe/groundwater interactions, bioweathering, and microbial geochemistry. Experience in applying both field-based studies and laboratory bioanalytical procedures to problems in geologic environments is highly desirable. Strong interest in initiating or contributing to interdisciplinary research programs is essential.

Research Expectations: Candidates must have a strong background (at least one degree) in geology or a closely related field, such as geobiology/geomicrobiology, and must have the Ph.D. in hand by the beginning of employment. Some pertinent postdoctoral experience would be desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program that will complement the research of other faculty members in geology and in related fields across the university. Collaborations with faculty at Kansas State University and other universities and institutions are encouraged.

Other Expectations: Kansas State University is a Land Grant institution, and as such, has a strong teaching mission. Candidates must have excellent teaching skills and a dedication to working with undergraduate as well as graduate students. Although most teaching will be in the classroom, there is an increasing expectation for introducing undergraduates to research as well. Service, although a small part of our expectations, includes committee work and similar sharing of department and university administrative duties, as well as participation in professional societies. Candidates should value working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.

Kansas State University: The University (http://www.ksu.edu/) has approximately 24,000 students, including nearly 2500 graduate students, housed in 9 colleges with major strengths in the basic sciences, agriculture, engineering, and veterinary medicine, with extramural sponsored research awards of about $150 million. The University is aggressively implementing a plan to be nationally recognized as a top 50 public research university by 2025. In conjunction with this plan, the Department of Geology is hoping to initiate a doctoral program in the near future.Opportunities for collaboration within the university are many and varied. (see, for example, http://www.ksu.edu/directories/research-facilities.html).

At present the Department of Geology (http://www.ksu.edu/geology) has nine tenured faculty members, 17 M.S. students, and over 60 undergraduates. Analytical and computational resources are available within the department and across campus. We have a very supportive alumni group, and despite the present recession are able to provide research and travel funds for our graduate students.
Location: Manhattan (http://www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/) is a university town (population ~50,000) located in the tallgrass prairie of the scenic Flint Hills of Kansas approximately 2-3 hours drive from Kansas City, Wichita, and Lincoln, Nebraska.

Application: Interested applicants should submit, as an email attachment, a single PDF file that includes a letter of application, a detailed CV, and separate, concise statements of teaching interests, research interests, and future goals. Applicants must also arrange for at least three signed letters of reference, from referees familiar with the applicant’s teaching and scholarship, to be sent by the referees directly to: Geobiology Faculty Search, Department of Geology, 108 Thompson Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506-3201, USA. Questions about this position may be referred to Dr. Saugata Datta (tel: 785-532-2241 or email: ). Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Kansas State University is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. A successful pre-employment background check is required before a job is offered.

Aerial Acquisition Sensor Operator (Dayton, OH)

Aerial Acquisition Sensor Operator (Dayton, OH)

Leading Innovation and Integrity...
As members of a leading design, geospatial and infrastructure management firm, Woolpert employees inspire each other to be the best through their ingenuity, diversity and vision. With projects that contribute to the sustainability, security and efficiency of federal, local and private-sector clients across the U.S. and abroad, our employees appreciate rewarding careers that contribute to advances in the Architectural/Engineering industry while also knowing they’re serving the needs of some of the best communities and organizations around the world.

Leading Innovation and Integrity... As members of a leading design, geospatial and infrastructure management firm, Woolpert employees inspire each other to be the best through their ingenuity, diversity and vision. With projects that contribute to the sustainability, security and efficiency of federal, local and private-sector clients across the U.S. and abroad, our employees appreciate rewarding careers that contribute to advances in the Architectural/Engineering industry while also knowing they’re serving the needs of some of the best communities and organizations around the world.

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking an Aerial Acquisition Operator in our Dayton, Ohio office to be part of our highly successful flight crew team. The chosen candidate will have the chance to work with the latest remote sensing technology. This position requires and AA/ASin Eng., GIS, Geography, or related field and two (2) years related experience or four (4) years related experience. Previous GIS, Photogrammetry and GPS surveying experience a plus.

Successful candidate will have the opportunity to train in a variety of skill set areas, including GPS surveying, airborne trajectory processing, and remote sensing utilizing aerial film, digital imaging and LiDAR sensors. Frequent travel, willingness/ability to work on-board a twin-engine aircraft are required.

Candidates must be flexible to work weekends, holidays and as needed. Position requires data acquisition for classified areas, therefore candidates must have U.S. citizenship to obtain a secret level security clearance.

Presenting Opportunities and Challenges at Every Turn...
As a firm that recognizes the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of training and coaching programs and are rewarded for their achievements through our excellent benefits package and competitive salaries. For consideration, please apply on line at http://www.woolpert.com using requisition number ES11319-2.

Please no agency or recruiter calls. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer (M/F/D/V) who maintains a drug-free workplace.

2011 (MS PHD’S) in Earth System Science Initiative

Minorities Striving and Pursuing Higher Degrees of Success (MS PHD’S) in Earth System Science Initiative
Program Goals: The MSPHD’S® Professional Development Program facilitates mentoring and networking activities for minority undergraduate and graduate earth system science and engineering(ESSE) majors; and provides a supportive environment in which participants develop strategies and professional skills necessary to excel in Earth system science and engineering fields.
Scientist Benefits:
•Mentor highly talented minority students who are committed to achieving successful ESSE careers
•Contribute to the professional and academic development of student participants through actual and virtual community activities
Student Benefits:
•Mentoring & Professional development
•Actual & Virtual community building activities
•Networking at two international professional society meetings
•ESSE exposure & field trips
•$1,000 Fellowship award

APPLY TODAY!
Visit www.msphds.org
for details, student participant applications & mentor surveys
Deadline: Aug. 31, 2011
Cohort VIII: 2011-2013Professional Development ProgramAnnouncement
Funding and support provided by
•NASA Earth Science •NSF Directorate for Geosciences •Institute for Broadening ParticipationPhase I Phase II Phase III
Professional Organization AGU Fall Meeting, California Academy of Sciences, Aquarium of the Bay AGU, AMS, ASLO, NABGG, Consortium for Ocean Leadership IODP, On the Cutting Edge Professional Development for GeoscienceFaculty program Capstone Event at The National Academies, NSF, NASA, EPA, NOAA, Consortium for Ocean Leadership, USGS, USDA, Capitol Hill
Location San Francisco, CA Organization Specific Washington, D.C. area
Dates Dec. 2-9, 2011 Spring-Fall 2012 Spring 2013