Aurora

Employment Opportunities

Queensland Water Modelling Network Fellow, Griffith University, Australia

The QWMN Fellow is required to work collaboratively in ARI, and align to the objectives of the QWMN. The appointee will provide high-level technical and research expertise for modelling of the Great Barrier Reef, particularly in the estuarine and receiving water environment, building on knowledge, capacity and models that have been developed for the Reef.
 
The QWMN Fellow will be tasked with undertaking research that improves model functionality and capability between the catchment and receiving waters, having consideration for the influence of land use/land management, climate change and policy interventions to sustain the Great Barrier Reef, addressing the threats to it, and preventing further loss and degradation of the Reef. The QWMN Fellow will be expected to develop high levels of engagement with other modelling scientists, and develop capability in state-of-the-art modelling methods as part of an initiative by the QWMN to provide high-quality modelling support for the Queensland Government and partner organisations.

For further information about this role, please contact Professor David Hamilton, Deputy Director, Australian Rivers Institute on +61 (0) 7 3735 3544 or email david.p.hamilton@griffith.edu.au.
For application queries, contact Ms Courtney Mullens, Senior Recruitment Adviser on +61 (0) 7 3735 6404.

Application deadline is November 24th, 2017 at 5:00pm AEST.   For more information and how to apply, please see here.

Tenure-Track Professor in Climate Science, Earth and Planetary Sciences and School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, Harvard University

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) and the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) is continuing a search in the area of climate at all levels (assistant, untenured associate, and tenured full professor), with an expected start date of July 1, 2018. We invite applications in the broad area of climate science, including the oceans, cryosphere, land, and atmosphere, as well as their interactions.

Approaches involving observations, theory, experiments, and modeling using biology, chemistry, or physics are all welcome. We are especially interested in candidates that will expand and complement existing strengths in climate science within EPS and SEAS.

Required application documents include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three representative publications, a statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for 3-5 potential references. We encourage candidates to apply by December 18, 2017, but will continue to review applications until the position is filled. EPS and SEAS value diversity among their faculty, and we are committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community. We particularly encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, including women and minorities.

Basic Qualifications:
A doctorate or terminal degree in the broad area of climate science is required by the expected start date.

Additional Qualifications:
We also seek candidates who have a commitment to teaching.

To Apply:
Please submit application materials through the ARIeS portal at https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/7885.

Programs and Events

Prince of Wales Mini Science Mentorship 2018

Prince of Wales Mini School is a district enrichment program offered by the Vancouver School Board. The school was established in 1973 in order to meet the academic and social needs of highly motivated students. We offer an intellectually rigorous academic curriculum, as well as exposure to a variety of enrichment activities.

The Science Mentorship Program is one of our enrichment activities. The goals of the program are:
 

• to provide Grade 10 students with a meaningful first-hand science experience by participating in a research project in a scientific lab, clinic, or field study setting;
• to foster an appreciation for science that would otherwise be unavailable within the high school curriculum;
• to help students make informed decisions with regard to Grade 11 and 12 course selection, and post-secondary program selection.

 Students complete the junior science curriculum (Grades 8 through 10) in 2 ¾ years in order to participate in the Science Mentorship Program.  The program involves spending two or three afternoons per week for a period of five weeks between March 1 and April 19, 2018 (excluding a two-week Spring Break from March 19 - 30) in a lab, clinic, or field study location (refer to Science Mentorship Schedule for further details).

Students may work as individuals or in pairs (to be determined by the mentor, the student, and the nature of the research project).  Science is about asking questions and methodically finding answers. The Mentorship Program is most productive for students when they clearly understand the question that their mentor is examining, and they’re given a chance to contribute, in a small but meaningful way, to finding an answer to the question.

If interested, please see the Science Mentorship Handbook 2018.

Resources for Future Generations 2018 Video Contest

We know that every day, in their own way, young leaders are innovating, researching, and inspiring CHANGE that will lead to a sustainable future for the residents of planet earth. These are our EARTH CHAMPIONS. Now it's time to hear their stories...

Are you creating change?  Tell us how and where.

Contest Details

Create a video no more than 3 minutes in length telling your story – why do you care about resources for future generations? Are you creating change through your RESEARCH, INNOVATION or ACTION? Do you have an idea to share about how we can sustainably provide water, energy or minerals for future generations? Use your imagination, have fun, be creative!

The contest ends January 31, 2018.

STEPS

• Post your video on Facebook or Twitter using the Hashtag #ICARE4RFG
• Follow + tag #RFG2018
• Upload it to our campaign page for community voting!

You MUST upload your video to RFG2018 campaign page in order to be eligible for the prize.

Selection Process

Select entries will be featured on the RFG2018 website for voting by the RFG2018 community. Get your friends, family, dog, and pet rock to vote!

The top 10 voted stories will be submitted to the Education, Outreach, & Young Leaders Committee to select the top two winners.

The top 10 entries will be featured on RFG2018’s social channels.

Prizes

FIRST PRIZE
$500 + Free Registration + a feature in the next issue of reSource Newsletter, the RFG2018 website, and social media channels

RUNNER UP
$250 + Free Registration

Graduate Student Opportunity in Geotechnical Geophysics, University of New Brunswick

We are now seeking an MSc or PhD student to initiate time-lapse electrical resistivity imaging (ERI) studies for seepage reconnaissance. Objectives will include survey design and seepage-sensitivity testing for different electrode geometries ranging from 1d borehole-logging to full 3d time-lapse resistivity imaging using electrodes installed on surface, in boreholes and on the concrete structure abutting the embankment dam. Field measurements at Mactaquac will also be used to assess the impact of seasonal variations in temperature and moisture content on electrical resistivity variations and electrode performance.

Funding is available for a student to start in January or May, 2018. The student will develop expertise in the ERI method widely used in exploration,geotechnical, and ground water geophysics as well as in DTS and hydrogeological techniques relevant to geotechnical applications. Interested students having a background in earth sciences,geological or civil engineering, physics or a related field, good quantitative skills and an aptitude for instrumentation and field studies are encouraged to apply.

For further information, or to submit an application, contact Professor , P.Geo., P.Eng. Karl Butler Department of , University of New Brunswick Earth Sciences PO Box 4400, Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 5A3
Tel: (506) 458-72 Fax: (506) 453-5055
E-mail: kbutler@unb.ca
Web: http://www2.unb.ca/earthsciences