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Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
Proposals Due: September 30, 2008
More Information: http://www.science.doe.gov/grants/FAPN08-01.htmlThe Office of Science of the Department of Energy hereby announces its continuing interest in receiving grant applications for support of work in the following program areas: Basic Energy Sciences, High Energy Physics, Nuclear Physics, Advanced Scientific Computing, Fusion Energy Sciences, Biological and Environmental Research, and Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists.
Biological and Environmental Research Program
For over 50 years the Biological and Environmental Research (BER) Program has been investing in the biological and environmental sciences related to energy production. The BER program provides fundamental science to underpin the Department's strategic plan.
Specifically - Strategic Theme 3, Scientific Discovery & Innovation
- Strategic Goal 3.1, Scientific Breakthroughs: Achieve the major scientific discoveries that will drive U.S. competitiveness; inspire America; and revolutionize our approaches to the Nation's energy, national security, and environmental quality challenges.
- Strategic Goal 3.2, Foundations of Science: Deliver the scientific facilities, train the next generation of scientists and engineers, and provide the laboratory infrastructure required for U.S. scientific primacy.
Through its support of peer-reviewed research at national laboratories, universities, and private institutions, the program develops the basic knowledge needed to address the following established indicators that the BER program is committed to, and progress can be measured against:
- Life Sciences: Provide the fundamental scientific understanding of plants and microbes necessary to develop new robust and transformational basic research strategies for producing biofuels, cleaning up waste, and sequestering carbon.
- Medical Applications: Develop intelligent biomimetic electronics that can both sense and correctly stimulate the nervous system.
- Environmental Remediation: Provide sufficient scientific understanding such that DOE sites would be able to incorporate coupled physical, chemical and biological processes into decision making for environmental remediation and long-term stewardship.
- Climate Change Research: Deliver improved scientific data and models about the potential response of the Earth's climate and terrestrial biosphere to increased greenhouse gas levels for policy makers to determine safe levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Terrestrial Ecology [posted 07.11.08]
Notices of Intent Due: August 13, 2008
Proposals Due: October 2, 2008
More Information: NSPIRES Solicitation NNH08ZDA001N-TE or PDF AnnouncementNASA Terrestrial Ecology research addresses changes in Earth’s carbon cycle and ecosystems using space-based observations. The goals of NASA’s Terrestrial Ecology research are to improve understanding of the structure and function of global terrestrial ecosystems, their interactions with the atmosphere and hydrosphere, and their role in the cycling of the major biogeochemical elements and water. This program of research addresses variability in terrestrial ecosystems, how terrestrial ecosystems and biogeochemical cycles respond to and affect global environmental change, and future changes in carbon-cycle dynamics and terrestrial ecosystems. The research approach combines (i) use of remote sensing to observe terrestrial ecosystems and their responses; (ii) field campaigns and related process studies to elucidate ecosystem function; and (iii) ecosystem and biogeochemical cycle modeling to analyze and predict responses. Research to establish a theoretical basis for measuring Earth surface properties using reflected, emitted, and scattered electromagnetic radiation and to develop the methodologies and technical approaches to analyze and interpret such measurements is an important component of the Terrestrial Ecology research program.
Priorities for new research within NASA’s Terrestrial Ecology program are to prepare scientifically for new measurements from the missions recommended by the National Research Council’s Decadal Survey for Earth Science and Applications from Space; foster continued integrative and synthetic studies to further advance the science from past field campaigns, particularly the North American Carbon Program (NACP,) but also the Large-Scale Biosphere-Atmosphere Experiment in Amazonia (LBA-ECO); improve the availability, accessibility, and scientific utility of existing NASA observational data sets (i.e., satellite data products, airborne remote sensing data, and related in situ measurements used to analyze and/or validate remote sensing data); and address the research agendas of the ecosystem and carbon cycle elements of the U.S. Climate Change Science Program (CCSP). There also is a need to develop new ideas for consideration as future field campaigns or analogous focused projects that require a coordinated, interacting team of researchers (the latter to be hereafter referred to as “related team projects”) to address an important science question or set of interrelated questions. The NASA Terrestrial Ecology program solicits the following types of research investigations:
- Subelement 1: Focused studies to prepare for ecological applications of data from Decadal Survey missions. Of highest priority is the development of algorithms that combine radar and lidar data to estimate aboveground biomass and carbon stocks and are directly relevant to the Deformation, Ecosystem Structure, and Dynamics of Ice (DESDynI) mission.
- Subelement 2: Scoping studies to identify the scientific questions and develop the initial study design and implementation concept for a new NASA Terrestrial Ecology field campaign or related team project.
- Subelement 3: Research on terrestrial ecosystem functioning and carbon cycle dynamics in Northern Hemisphere high latitudes that focuses on whole-system response and feedback to global change and that contributes to CCSP priorities for enhanced research on high latitude systems.
- Subelement 4: Synthesis research to (1) add to the scientific knowledge gained from past NASA Terrestrial Ecology field campaigns, (2) develop integrated data sets and data products to enable synthesis studies, or (3) conduct integrated impact analyses of ecosystem and biogeochemical responses to global change.
Earth Science for Decision Making: Gulf of Mexico Region [posted 07.23.08]
Proposals Due: September 30, 2008
More Information: NSPIRES Solicitation NNH08ZDA001N-GULF or PDF AnnouncementThe NASA Earth Science Division Applied Sciences Program solicits proposals that develop and demonstrate innovative and practicable applications of NASA Earth science observations, models, and research to support resource management, planning, and decision making activities in the Gulf of Mexico Region.
The overall objective of this solicitation is to create a suite of projects that will enhance the Gulf of Mexico region’s ability to recover from the devastating hurricanes of 2005 and to plan for a sustainable and prosperous future through the use of NASA Earth science observations and research.
The Gulf of Mexico is the world’s 9th largest water body and the location of seven out of 10 top ports in the United States. The U.S. Gulf of Mexico coast maintains a $20 B annual tourism industry. Hundreds of oil and gas platforms and drilling operations throughout the Gulf potentially affect the environmental health of the region. The impact of hurricanes on these activities directly affects the potential for environmental and economic disaster for the entire United States. Additionally, two NASA centers and one NASA assembly facility are located along the Gulf of Mexico.
This solicitation is specifically focused on addressing needs identified by the Gulf of Mexico Alliance1 (GOMA), which was formed in 2004. GOMA is a partnership of the states of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, intent on significantly increasing regional collaboration to enhance the ecological and economic health of the Gulf of Mexico. The governors of the five GOMA States have endorsed the Governors’ Action Plan for Healthy and Resilient Coasts2 as blueprint for actions under the five priority issues of regional significance:
- Water quality for healthy beaches and shellfish beds (including reducing nutrient input to coastal ecosystems);
- Wetland and coastal conservation restoration (including sediment management);
- Environmental education;
- Identification and characterization of Gulf habitats; and
- Reductions in nutrient inputs to coastal ecosystems.
In support of the Alliance, a Gulf of Mexico Regional Partnership Federal Workgroup has been formed, which consists of 13 Federal agencies, including NASA. The Workgroup provides support to the five Gulf States, provides local resource managers with Federal and state data and decision support tools, supplements Gulf coast recovery, and builds on existing partnerships in the Gulf.
Director [posted 08.06.08]
Application Closing Date: September 30, 2008
More Information: http://www.ioccp.org or Dr. Maria Hood, email: m.hood@unesco.orgThe International Ocean Carbon Coordination Project (www.ioccp.org) promotes the development of a global network of ocean carbon observations for research through technical coordination and communication services, international agreements on standards and methods, and advocacy and links to the global observing systems. The IOCCP is co-sponsored by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO and the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research.
The IOCCP is seeking to appoint a director for the project, located at the IOC Secretariat in Paris, France. The director will be assisted by a Ph.D.-level consultant and an administrative assistant. The responsibilities of the director are to assist the IOCCP Scientific Steering Group in developing and implementing targeted workshops; fostering the development of international agreements on global observation strategies, data-sharing practices, and standards; facilitating data collection and syntheses; maintaining an international directory of ocean carbon observations; maintaining a communication network through web and email-based publications; maintaining the Ocean Acidification Network web-site; assisting with implementation of the Ocean in a High CO2 World symposium series; fund-raising and managing the project’s finances; representing the IOCCP at international meetings; reporting to the sponsors regularly; and responding to ocean carbon issues in UN conventions and other intergovernmental activities as requested by IOC Member States.
For this post, we seek a candidate with a Ph.D. in chemical oceanography or closely related field with 7-10 years of experience, preferably with several years’ experience in program management at the international level. The candidate should have a good knowledge of current ocean carbon observation and research priorities, and have excellent IT skills, including web design. The candidate must be fluent in English and have excellent verbal and written skills, as well as very good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. International travel will be required. The initial appointment is for one year, starting in January 2009, and is renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and continued extra-budgetary funding. Starting salary will be approximately US$75,000, paid in euros, and is exempt from income tax. UNESCO offers an attractive benefits package including 30 days’ annual vacation, home travel, pension plan and medical insurance.
Application Procedure: Candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae along with full contact information for 3 professional references no later than 30 September 2008 to Dr. Maria Hood by email (m.hood@unesco.org) or mail (UNESCO – IOC, 1 Rue Miollis, Paris 75732 Cedex 15, France).
Postdoctoral Researcher in Carbon Cycle Modeling [posted 07.11.08]
Application Closing Date: August 29, 2008
Contact: Dr. Richard Zeebe, (808) 956-6473, email: zeebe@hawaii.edu.Regular, F/T, Limited Term (approximately 1 yr, renewable up to 3 yrs), RCUH Non-Civil Service position w/ the School of Ocean & Earth Science & Technology, Dept of Oceanography, located in Honolulu, HI. Responsible for performing research focusing on global climate system-carbon cycle interrelations w/ an emphasis on future marine biogeochemical cycles, including rising atmospheric CO2 & associated effects of ocean acidification on seawater chemistry, carbon fluxes, & carbonate dissolution. Develops subroutines & runs a 3-D Ocean General Circulation Model/Biogeochemical Model.
Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Physics, Oceanography or related field. 0-1 yr of experience in developing & running 3D Ocean General Circulation Models including Biogeochemical Modules. Experience w/ algorithmic computer languages such as FORTRAN. Knowledge of Algorithmic Computer Language & UNIX operating systems to develop & run Ocean Circulation Models.
Minimum Monthly Salary: Commensurate w/ qualifications. Fringe benefit package & travel funds available.
Application Procedure: Go to www.rcuh.com, click on "Employment" and search for posting #28235.
Postdoctoral Position in Chemical Sensor Development and Ocean Carbon Cycle Studies [posted 08.06.08]
Application Closing Date: Untill Filled
More Information: http://www.umt.edu/chemistry/faculty/degrandpre.htmApplications are invited for a post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Professor Mike DeGrandpre. The project will focus on development of autonomous sensors for ocean carbon cycle studies. The successful candidate will also participate in data interpretation, data synthesis and publication of manuscripts based on previous and ongoing field programs. Up to three years of support is available. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in marine science, chemistry, or related field.
Application Procedure: Applicant’s CV, copies of recent publications, and a list of 3 references should be emailed to michael.degrandpre@umontana.edu.
Assistant Professor in Marine Organic Chemistry [posted 08.15.08]
Application Closing Date: December 1, 2008
More Information: http://www.msci.sc.edu or http://www.geol.sc.eduThe Marine Science Program and the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of South Carolina invite applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor position in marine organic geochemistry. This position is part of an ongoing initiative to enhance ocean sciences at the University of South Carolina. The position is a 9-month academic year appointment as Primary Marine Science faculty. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Post-Doctoral experience is desirable.
We are looking for an individual with outstanding research and teaching capabilities who will complement our existing programs in physical, chemical, biological and geological oceanography. Specifically, we seek an individual who will add to our growing expertise in coastal oceanography and land-margin interactions. Applications are encouraged from individuals whose research interests fall in areas including, but not limited to, characterization of the sources, transformations and preservation of sedimentary organic matter, and biogeochemical cycling of organic matter in the oceans. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in marine science, and to direct an active externally funded research program.
The Marine Science Program at USC is a multidisciplinary unit of approximately 40 faculty from various departments including geology, biology, chemistry and environmental health. The program is associated with the Belle W. Baruch Institute for Marine and Coastal Sciences at USC, which has a field laboratory near Georgetown, SC.
Application Procedure: Applicants should include with their application their vita, a statement of research and teaching interests and goals, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of at least three references. A pdf file containing this information should be sent electronically to: orggeochem@geol.sc.edu. For more information please contact: Organic Geochemistry Search Committee, Department of Geological Sciences, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208.
Postdoctoral Investigator in Ocean and Atmosphere Carbon Cycle Dynamics Data Analysis and Modeling [posted 07.11.08]
Application Closing Date: Not Listed
More Information: http://www.candidatemanager.net/CM/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YWWY&sid=FDB&jid=EVUYFWY&site=ScientificThe Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry Department is searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join their team. Applicants are sought for one or more postdoctoral research positions in the area of ocean and atmosphere carbon dynamics. The position is for one year with the possibility of extension to two years. The position will involve both data analysis and numerical modeling components. The data analysis will involve field data and satellite remote sensing observations, including ocean color and atmospheric carbon dioxide from the Orbiting Carbon Observatory (http://oco.jpl.nasa.gov/). The modeling component will involve the development and application of global biogeochemical models within the framework of the NCAR Community Climate System Model (CSSM; http://www.cssm.ucar.edu/). The specific research focus is on the ecology and biochemistry of the Southern Ocean and the interactions with climate change.
Education: Ph.D. is required. Applicants with an interest and experience in environmental numerical modeling, analysis of large data sets and/or data assimilation and a background in a relevant field which could include but is not limited to oceanography, ecology, biochemistry, fluid dynamics, applied mathematics, or atmospheric science are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure: There is a two step application process. [1] Submit curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), statement of research interests, and the names and addresses (including email addresses) of 4 references along with your application to work@whoi.edu (Reference Job #08-07-04) [2] Complete an online application using the "Apply Now" button on the job posting website.
Postdoctoral Investigator in Marine Microbial Ecological Modeling [posted 07.11.08]
Application Closing Date: Not Listed
More Information: http://www.candidatemanager.net/CM/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YWWY&sid=FDB&jid=EVUYEVGTF&site=ScientificThe Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry Department is searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join their team. Applicants are sought for one or more postdoctoral research positions in the areas of marine microbial ecology, microbial genomics, and computational and system biology. The position is for one year with the possibility of extension to two years. The position will involve the development, implementation and data-based evaluation of numerical models within the frameowrk of Center for Microbial Oceanography, Research and Education (C-MORE; http://cmore.soest.hawaii.edu/). The specific research focus is on the application of genomic and molecular biological observations to ecosystem dynamics.
Education: Ph.D. is required. Applicants with an interest and experience in environmental numerical modeling and/or the analysis of large data sets and a background in a relevant field which could include but is not limited to biological oceanography, marine or aquatic ecology, computational biology, and systems biology are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure: There is a two step application process. [1] Submit curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), statement of research interests, and the names and addresses (including email addresses) of 4 references along with your application to work@whoi.edu (Reference Job #08-07-05) [2] Complete an online application using the "Apply Now" button on the job posting website.
Climate Variability and Predictability (CLIVAR): http://www.clivar.org/about/jobs.php
North American Carbon Program Job Opportunities: http://www.nacarbon.org/nacp/job.html
2008/2009 Professional Development Program [posted 07.28.08]
Application Closing Date: September 1, 2008
More Information: http://www.msphds.orgThe MS PHD'S Professions 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 necesary to excel in ESSE fields. Students are mentored by professional scientists, participate in international professional science meeting and ESSE field trips, gain ESSE exposure, and benefit from netowrking and a virtual community.
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