July 24, 2010
Invasive Coral Species Project Research Assistant / Research Associate
Posted as a courtesy. Please do not contact me about this position-Dida
Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON)
Invasive Coral Species Project: Research Assistant / Research Associate
Research position in Coral Reef Ecology. Computer skills required, including data processing, data analysis, statistical analysis, graphics, and data management/archiving.
- Processing of underwater still and video images derived from diving and ROV reconnaissance
- Quantification of population and community variables from digital imagery
- Statistical analyses: univariate and multivariate
- Computer graphics: 2-D and 3-D
- Organizing, preparation for, and breakdown of, offshore field trips,
including top-side support for cruises. - Experience with and knowledge of coral ecology
- Familiarity with Indo-Pacific corals preferred
- Biochemical laboratory processing of coral tissue for molecular genetic/DNA PCR analysis - experience helpful
- B.Sc. required, M.Sc. preferred
- SCUBA diving skills required
- Starting date asap
- EOE, ADA, MA/FE.
For further information, contact Dr. Paul W. Sammarco at 1-985-851-2876 or email. Submit resume, transcript, and the names of three referees to
Dr. Paul W. Sammarco
LUMCON
8124 Hwy. 56
Chauvin, LA 70344
USA
Paul W. Sammarco, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Association of Marine Laboratories of the Caribbean (AMLC)
and
Professor
Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON)
8124 Hwy. 56
Chauvin, LA 70344
USA
Tel: 1-985-851-2876
FAX: 1-985-851-2874
Email
Website
Posted by Dida at 10:37 AM
July 23, 2010
National Dive Training and Safety Officer
GS-0301-11/12 National Dive Training and Safety OfficerThe Washington Office has issued an announcement for a national dive training and safety officer. Although the person selected will report to the deputy chief of emergency services, he/she will be duty-stationed with the NPS Submerged Resources Center in Lakewood, Colorado. This new position was created along with funding provided for diver training and development to strengthen national-level support for the dive program, and accomplishes a
key objective in the Ocean Park Stewardship Action Plan.The announcement, available here, closes on August 9.
Posted by Dida at 9:17 AM
July 7, 2010
Nature Conservancy Jobs in US Virgin Is.
Posted as a courtesy. Please do not contact me about these positions-Dida
The Nature Conservancy in the USVI has three vacant positions in the USVI. Responsibilities include operating coral restoration projects on St. Croix and St. Thomas. Advanced SCUBA and boat operations experience required, scientific diving preferred.
- (1) full-time term-limited (2 year) position on St. Croix (Science Tech I, ID# 12136);
- (1) full-time, short-term position on St. Croix (Science Tech I, ID# 12137); and
- (1) full-time, short-term position on St. Thomas (Science Tech I, ID# 12165).
Full job descriptions are available here. How to Apply / View Positions, search by job ID#, title, or USVI. Closing date is July 18, 2010. All applications must be made on line.
Posted by Dida at 11:12 AM
July 2, 2010
Work opportunity in Marine GIS & RS; Sci-Diving an Asset
This job is based in Italy, and as usual, posted as a courtesy. Please do not contact me about this position-Dida
This opportunity is also suitable for experts that have already an employment and are available to a collaboration in the field.
Mappamondo GIS is seeking a Marine GIS and Remote Sensing expert for short term collaboration projects with the following characteristics:
- Proven teaching/presentation skills and experience in the preparation of educational and training material in GIS and Remote Sensing
- Proven involvement in major Marine GIS and Remote Sensing projects and applications to add personal know how during classes
- In depth knowledge of the ArcGIS software including ModelBuilder, Geodatabases and advanced applications.
- In depth knowledge of image processing/analysis techniques and Remote Sensing in general
- Fluent written and oral English (Italian would be an asset)
- ESRI Authorized Instructor status and PADI and Scientific SCUBA Diving license would be an asset
- Database management and programming skills are not required but preferable.
Please note that the first 5 points are mandatory.
Please email your cover letter and CV to by the 5th of July including links to videos of lectures or presentations and to educational material developed (slides, manuals) as well as your availability. Interviews of suitable candidates might take place on-distance through Skype and further information requested by email. Selections are not limited to one post or in time.
Tasks can be performed on-distance when possible (e.g., preparation of educational material) or seldom at client site worldwide (e.g. lectures).
Compensation is negotiable and project based.
Please feel free to forward this announcement to anybody that might be interested.
Kind regards
Mappamondo GIS
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Mappamondo GIS
Parma - ITALY
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Posted by Dida at 8:30 AM
Coral Reef Ecologist or Marine Invertebrate Biologist - Instructor required for Fall 2010, Bermuda
This is a teaching position that gives preference to scientific divers. -Dida
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) seeks a temporary instructor for a college-level 10-week course in Coral Reef Ecology or Marine Invertebrate Zoology followed by a second course that involves mentoring the same students as they conduct independent research projects (Marine Biology and Oceanographic Research, 4 weeks in duration). The entire 14-week period covers 2 September to 12 December. The courses are described here.
The successful applicant must have a minimum of a MS (or MSc) but preference will be given to those with a PhD in a relevant field of study. Preference given to certified Science Diver. Prior teaching experience strongly preferred. Preference given to those with the ability to attend a summer course in Coral Reef Ecology in July, which would provide knowledge of local sites and species and familiarity with BIOS and its teaching format. The summer course is described here.
Please email cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, resume, and names of 3 references familiar with your teaching credentials. Review of applications will begin immediately. Salary will be based on prior level of experience and qualifications. The position may be renewed for a second year.
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS), Inc. (founded as the Bermuda Biological Station in 1903) is a U.S. incorporated 501(c)(3) not-for-profit research and education institute, incorporated in New York state, employing a multi-national staff of approximately 100 people. Activities include oceanographic and marine biological research conducted by resident and visiting scientists and university level courses on topics ranging from marine pollution to ocean genomics. Additional information on BIOS can be found here .
BIOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates a drug-free work-place and learning environment.
Posted by Dida at 1:07 AM
June 27, 2010
Revolution of Science Through Scuba: Webcast Online
Most of the presentations made at the Revolution of Science through Scuba symposium held at the Smithsonian in May, 2010 are now available online in webcast form here. Watch and learn some surprising facts about research diving's impact on terrestrial science!
Posted by Dida at 2:35 PM
June 10, 2010
Special Deal on Reef Check Calif. Training
RCCA is a great group that trains volunteer divers to collect valid scientific data. Join them at a discount rate! And as usual, please don't contact me about this opportunity, but instead see email at end.-Dida
It’s fun! It’s educational! It makes a difference! The Reef Check Foundation invites experienced divers to become trained in our California rocky reef monitoring program. Since 2005, Reef Check’s California (RCCA) Program has trained over 500 experienced recreational SCUBA divers to scientifically monitor California’s rocky reef ecosystem at 64 sites from Humboldt to San Diego. Reef Check divers participate in surveys ranging along the entire coast of California, and more recently down into Baja, Mexico.
There are two open spots in Reef Check’s last Monterey training for 2010, which begins this weekend. They are offering these spots at half price ($100). If you are interested in taking part sign up here. Reef Check’s training is two weekends long with classroom and pool training the first weekend followed by six training and testing dives in the ocean the second weekend. Course fees include your own personal underwater survey equipment, the RCCA Training Manual, and species identification flash cards!
To date, data has been used by the California Department of Fish and Game to help assess population levels for nearshore fish and shellfish species and by stakeholder groups involved in the Marine Life Protection Act Initiative Process. Taking action and becoming a trained Reef Check Diver allows you join a group of dedicated divers from all walks of life including commercial and recreational fishermen, university students and conservationists who want healthier California rocky reef ecosystems and support science-based decision making.
Dates and locations for Monterey training:
June 12-13- Classroom training at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories
June 26-27- Field training aboard the Monterey Express
Email Megan with any questions.
Posted by Dida at 9:36 PM
