Student Services for Corvallis, OR, RFQ-RT-12-00088

Dr. Ted DeWitt of the Pacific Coastal Ecology Branch (PCEB), Western Ecology Division (WED), National Health and Environmental Effects Laboratory (NHEERL), Office of
Research and Development (ORD) at the U S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking individuals, at least 18 years of age, who have completed a Bachelors degree in
ecology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, zoology, botany, environmental chemistry, oceanography or a related field of study to provide services under a
contractual agreement in the support of research pertaining to the measurement of  nitrogen removal as an ecosystem service of estuarine wetland habitats as part of the
Sustainable and Healthy Communities Research Program (SHCRP).

The student contractor must have received their Bachelors within 24 months or be a current student in good academic standing with their university or college.

This contract is projected to begin approximately August 2012.  The initial contract will be for 12 months, not-to-exceed (NTE) 1928 hours, with an option to extend the
contract for two 12-month option periods, NTE 1928 hours each option period.  It is anticipated the student contractor will work up to 40 hours per week.  The majority of
the work will be Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.  The duty location is the Western Ecology Division, Newport, OR.

You are being included in the advertisement of this announcement at the request of Dr. DeWitt.  Please share this announcement with your colleagues, faculty, and
students.

More in depth information and requirements can be found at the following web address: 
http://www.epa.gov/oamrtpnc/q1200088/index.htm

Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Lead Scientist) Charleston, Oregon

Scientific research

· Develop scientific research proposals

· Solicit funding, partners and support

· Lead and carry out studies

·Facilitate scientific studies by visiting investigators

Supervising scientific activities in progress

·Coordinate and guide staff and visiting investigators

· Design protocols, study sites and sampling parameters

Program development

·Develop, implement and revise the management plan guiding scientific programs

· Oversee and monitor grants, contracts and budgets pertaining to scientific programs

Outreach

·Provide scientific and technical advice

·Deliver lectures, seminars, workshops and lead field trips

· Develop partnerships with local community and academic institutions

Working Conditions

Much of the work is in an office setting; but fieldwork along waterways or on rough terrain is expected and may be required to complete assigned work. Travel is an essential function of the position. Overnight stays and/or extended work hours can be expected along with exposure to inclement weather and road conditions. Work hours during field work can be irregular and sometimes long. Visits to on-site locations may be by vehicle, watercraft or on foot. Site visits may involve walking over uneven terrain or in wet muddy ground without pathways in all types of weather.  This position is also exposed to heavy machinery activity, laboratory equipment and chemical materials.

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oregon/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=465937

Sr. Research Program Manager (Oceans) Foundations | Seattle, WA

The Senior Research Program Manager (Oceans) will have a strategic role in the development of a new philanthropic initiative that will advance the health of the oceans.  As the project manager of this effort, this position will work closely with Foundation leadership to identify, plan, and implement ocean health related projects.  In addition, the new Senior Research Program Manager will support the ongoing scientific research into this field to track new discoveries and emerging opportunities.

The Senior Program Manager will be expected to conduct and participate in the research, planning, and development of philanthropic efforts which support the Foundation’s interests in ocean health related ventures or projects.  Funding for this new initiative may be in the form of partnerships, grants, or investments.  This position will serve as a critical team member in the preparation of progress reports to leadership. The Senior Research Program Manager will also interact with internal and external consultants, nonprofit, academic and private sector leaders on matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
http://hire.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Careers.aspx?c=qlb9Vfwk&cs=9bQ9VfwP&page=Job%20Description&j=oyDpWfwg

Fisheries Researcher, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Assist project managers in the execution of research projects being
conducted by the Ecology Group in the Columbia River Basin.  This
includes management and presentation of environmental data generated
from field and laboratory studies investigating how hydropower
development and operation in the Columbia River Basin affects fish.
The fisheries researcher is expected to know basic data management and
environmental science at a level that will enable the individual to
apply basic theories, tools, and methods to well-defined assignments
of limited scope.

This position will be performed primarily as an individual contributor
under the technical guidance of experienced staff and will contribute
to the production of technical documents.  This may include
coordinating schedules and producing outcomes of specific tasks of a
larger project.  A role of leading small field teams of 4 to 5 junior
staff, research associates or subcontractors in the completion of
activities will be occasional.  This individual will assist in data
management, summary, analysis, presentation, and initial
interpretation. Also be responsible for safe implementation of field
work and safe operation of research equipment, including off-road
vehicles, boats, and other equipment routinely used in field studies.
https://erecruit.pnnl.gov/psp/hrext/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

POTOMAC RIVERKEEPER/PRESIDENT, POTOMAC RIVERKEEPER

Potomac Riverkeeper, Inc. seeks a Potomac Riverkeeper/President to be its river advocate, chief spokesperson, organizational leader and fundraiser. The Riverkeeper/President is responsible for ensuring that the organization builds programs to stop pollution in the Potomac River and its tributaries, secures the resources it needs to succeed, and uses the funds it raises efficiently and effectively. The incumbent also supports the work of the Board of Directors and supervises the senior staff.

http://potomacriverkeeper.org/job-opportunities

Fisheries Administrator – Quinault Indian Nation

Provide Dept. of Fisheries (QDFi) assistance by monitoring, controlling, and reporting on budgets, creating and maintaining schedules of administrative deadlines and events, creating and applying appropriate digital administrative tools using archival and computational software, working with QDFi managers to write grant proposals and administrative reports, and performing other administrative tasks.

http://nwifc.org/2012/07/fisheries-administrator-quinault-indian-nation-2/

Catch Monitoring Technician II – Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (Olympia, WA)

http://nwifc.org/2012/07/catch-monitoring-technician-ii/

Deadline: July 19th