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Today's Topics:
1. Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Ottawa (Canada) (Roger Brugge)
2. Research Meteorologist - Hydrometeorology Testbed with I.M.
Systems Group, Inc. (USA) (Roger Brugge)
3. Vacancy: Junior Science Engineer with I.M. Systems Group,
Inc. (USA) (Roger Brugge)
4. Research Scientist (I) with I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (USA)
(Roger Brugge)
5. Vacancy: Research Scientist (II) with I.M. Systems Group,
Inc. (USA) (Roger Brugge)
6. Information System & Post Doctoral Fellow Positions at the
Univ. of Alaska (USA) (Roger Brugge)
7. Post-doctoral Position at the University of New South Wales
(Australia) (Roger Brugge)
8. Vacancy: Lecturer-Senior Lecturer at the University of
Birmingham (UK) (Roger Brugge)
9. 2 Postdoc and 1 Ph.D. positions at the Univ. of
Wisconsin-Madison (USA) (Roger Brugge)
10. PhD Opportunities at the University of Auckland (New Zealand)
(Roger Brugge)
11. UN-REDD vacancies in Rome (Roger Brugge)
12. post-doc position on atmospheric chemistry modelling (France)
(Virginie Marecal)
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Message: 1
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:43:59 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Ottawa (Canada)
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Quantifying emissions of particulate matter from agricultural sources
CDN $47,233 /yr - Some travel expenses paid
Full-time Post Doctoral Fellowship in the Research Branch of Agriculture
and Agri-Food Canada reporting to Dr. Elizabeth Pattey (laboratory of
micrometeorology).
Post starts 1 September 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Potential post length is 19 months (31 March 2013) with possibilities of
extension.
The research centre is part of the federal department of agriculture and
is located at the Central Experimental Farm, of Ottawa (Ontario, Canada).
The project consists in refining an agro-environmental indicator for
quantifying the emissions of particulate matter (PM2.5, PM10 and TSP)
from agricultural sources in Canada, as part of the National
Agri-Environmental Health Analysis and Reporting Program. The emphasis
will be on improving the calculation of PM emissions from cultivated
fields caused by wind erosion, tillage and harvest. The candidate will
also be involved in experimentation aiming at deriving coefficients of
PM emissions from Canadian agricultural sources. The candidate will be
actively involved in communicating the research results (workshops,
conference and scientific papers). He/She should be fluent in English
(oral and written) and have a valid driver's licence.
Suitable profile and experience
o abilities to use and verify models (including dispersion models)
o familiar with agricultural micrometeorology and related instrumentation
o familiar with mid-latitude agricultural management practices
o knowledge in atmospheric science
o abilities to use and write scripts in GIS (ArcGIS), Matlab and write
macros in Excel
o knowledge of Fortran and C++ is an asset
Application
The candidates should fill as soon as possible Form 200 to apply for a
Visiting Fellowships in Canadian Government Laboratories (VF)
(<http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PD-NP/Laboratories-Laboratoires/index_eng.asp>)
and refer to the instruction to do so.
To be eligible the candidate must have obtained its PhD within the past
5 yrs.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and the names and coordinates of
three referees by email to Dr. Elizabeth Pattey
(<Elizabeth.Pattey@agr.gc.ca>). Review of the applications will begin
immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please
mention PDF- PM in the e-mail subject line.
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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:45:26 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Research Meteorologist - Hydrometeorology Testbed
with I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (USA)
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Research Meteorologist- Hydrometeorology Testbed
NOAA National Center for Environmental Prediction (NCEP)
Camp Springs, MD
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG), <www.imsg.com> a Federal Government
Contractor is seeking to fill a position supporting the
Hydrometeorological Prediction Center (HPC) of the National Centers for
Environmental Prediction (NCEP) located in Camp Springs, MD. The
contractor will serve as a research scientist at the HPC as part of
NOAA's Hydrometeorology Testbed (NOAA HMT-HPC). In this capacity the
incumbent will work with scientists within NOAA and partners outside of
NOAA to identify and evaluate promising techniques for improved weather
forecasts, work with HPC meteorologists to enhance the transition of
research to operations, and assist in the training of HPC staff in new
techniques and tools. The incumbent will also work with other HMT-HPC
staff to publish results from studies in peer-reviewed journals.
Areas of particular need and interest to be addressed include the
forecasting of heavy precipitation associated with land-falling tropical
cyclones, warm-season convection, winter storms, and atmospheric rivers.
Additional areas of focus include the use of ensemble model output and
forecaster generation of probabilistic products, as well as exploring
future roles of weather forecasters.
Duties:
Specific activities may include but are not limited to:
*Collaborate with partners in the NOAA HMT to transition research
performed elsewhere within the NOAA HMT into operations at HPC and other
NOAA offices. This will involve travel to Boulder, Colorado several
times per year.
*Develop training materials to transition new tools and techniques into
operations.
*Participate in planning activities with partners in other NOAA Testbeds.
Qualifications:
*BS or advanced degree in meteorology, hydrology or related earth
science fields (MS or above preferred)
*Extensive knowledge of weather forecasting, especially quantitative
precipitation forecasting
*Good knowledge on statistics and strong analytical skills
*Strong computer skills in Linux/Unix environment
*Strong communications skills in English, and a team player
*Desirable to have peer-reviewed publications
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3)
references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how
your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to
<jobs@imsg.com> with the following subject line: NCEP - Research
Meteorologist- Hydrometeorology Testbed.
IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid
medical benefits and three weeks paid time off. The salary range for
this position is 55-70k.
IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran friendly.
Brooke M. Douglass
HR Recruitment Assistant
I.M. Systems Group, Inc.
3206 Tower Oaks Boulevard | Suite 300
Rockville | MD | 20852
http://www.imsg.com
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Message: 3
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:47:11 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Vacancy: Junior Science Engineer with I.M. Systems
Group, Inc. (USA)
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Junior Science Engineer
NOAA NESDIS ESPDS
Suitland, MD
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG), <www.imsg.com>, a Federal Government
Contractor in a request to provide a bid for a proposal, will be seeking
to submit resumes for a Junior Science Engineer to work at NOAA's
National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS)
division, Environmental Satellite Processing and Distribution System
(ESPDS) located in Suitland, MD. The candidate will provide science and
engineering support for the next generation NOAA weather satellites
using industry standard software engineering techniques as well as
working with NOAA government staff to coordinate science products,
algorithm development, and science processing within the ESPDS Development.
Qualifications:
Required Skills:
*3-5 years' experience with real-time and off-line processing of
satellite data
*Science algorithm development and integration
*Image processing including mapping projection and content
classification, and imagery data formats such as NetCDF and McIDAS
*In depth knowledge of Computer Science: operating system internals,
code optimization, numerical analysis, and multidimensional trees structures
*BS or greater degree with formal course work in Meteorology, Aerospace,
Physics, and Computer Science.
*3 to 5-plus years of multidisciplinary technical experience with Earth
satellite systems from science algorithm integration through data
dissemination.
Desired Skills:
*Industry standard word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation packages
*Familiarity with Service Oriented Architectures (JBoss), Java, IDL,
multiprocessing, cloud computing, clusters, and Oracle database
functionality
*Excellent communication skills
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3)
references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how
your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to
<jobs@imsg.com> with the following subject line: Jr. Science Engineer.
IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid
medical benefits and three weeks paid time off. The salary range for
this position is 60-80k.
IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran Friendly.
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Message: 4
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:48:17 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Research Scientist (I) with I.M. Systems Group,
Inc. (USA)
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Research Meteorologist
NOAA National Center for
Environmental Prediction (NCEP)
Camp Springs, MD
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG), <www.imsg.com> a Federal Government
Contractor is seeking to fill a position for a Research Meteorologist
supporting NOAA's Hydrometeorological Prediction Center (HPC) at the
National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) located in Camp
Springs, MD. The successful candidate will work at HPC?s International
Desks. The HPC International Desks provide residence training to
operational forecasters from the Caribbean Basin, Central and South
America. The function is divided into two sections, the Tropical Desk
and the South American Desk.
The incumbent will work with the International Desk Coordinator to
improve forecast techniques in Mexico, Central America, South America
and the island nations of the Caribbean, WMO Regional Associations III
and IV (RAIII and RAIV).
Duties:
*Responsible for acting as a bridge between research, academia, and
operations, allowing the international community to put into practice
new concepts.
*Assist with weather-forecast model evaluation across the region,
helping identify shortfalls in the guidance that could have an impact on
regional operations.
*Identify and test methodologies for improving weather forecasts with a
focus on high-impact events, such as hurricanes, severe weather, and
flash floods. These techniques will be tested in real time by the
visiting forecasters from RAIII and RAIV training at the International
Desks.
*Responsible for focusing on areas especially vulnerable to weather
events, such as Haiti after the 2010 earthquake.
*Working with the meteorological services of other countries when
significant weather events are expected. The International Desk has a
working relationship with the meteorological services of most countries
in RAIII and RAIV.
*Identifying HMT-HPC products that could be applicable to RAIII and
RAIV, testing them in the International Desks, and providing training in
their use to the forecasters from RAIII and RAIV.
*Working on projects identified as a high priority by USAID/OFDA or the
International Desk Coordinator.
Qualifications:
Required Skills:
*Applicant must have a degree in meteorology (MS preferred) or
significant experience in weather forecasting in the tropics and
mid-latitudes.
*Working experience in synoptic meteorology and/or operational weather
forecasting is a must including preparation of forecast
narratives/discussions and interpretation of MetSat imagery.
*Experience with interpretation of numerical weather prediction models
is also required including but not limited to, the Global Forecast
System used at the HPC.
Desired Skills:
*Ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desirable as the
candidate will be required to interact extensively with students from
several Spanish speaking countries and representatives of their
meteorological services.
*Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts via oral
presentations or written reports is also desirable.
?Proficiency with Unix script programming is a plus.
?Proficiency with using software in a UNIX environment is a plus.
?Knowledge of climate patterns over Regions III and IV and their
influences on
long range weather patterns is a plus.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3)
references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how
your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to
<jobs@imsg.com> with the following subject line: NCEP - Research
Meteorologist - HPC International desks.
IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid
medical benefits and three weeks paid time off. The salary range for
this position is 70-90k.
IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran friendly.
Brooke M. Douglass
HR Recruitment Assistant
I.M. Systems Group, Inc.
3206 Tower Oaks Boulevard | Suite 300
Rockville | MD | 20852
http://www.imsg.com
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Message: 5
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:49:00 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Vacancy: Research Scientist (II) with I.M. Systems
Group, Inc. (USA)
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Research Scientist - Ensemble
NOAA Environmental Modeling Center (EMC)
Camp Springs, MD
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG), <www.imsg.com>
(<http://www.imsg.com/>), a Federal Government Contractor, is seeking to
fill a position for a Research Scientist to work at NOAA's Environmental
Modeling Center (EMC) of the National Centers for Environmental
Prediction (NCEP) located in Camp Springs, MD. The successful candidate
will support the EMC in transitioning research and development work
related to ensemble and probabilistic forecasting into operational use.
Depending on requirements, the candidate will work on global ensemble
initialization to improve the performance of global ensemble forecast.
The work will expect to cover future hybrid ensemble initial
perturbations from current ETR (ensemble transform with rescaling) and
future NCEP EnKF analysis. The work will involve the construction and
testing of operationally suitable techniques for the processing of
ensemble forecasts, including verification. In carrying out her/his
work, the candidate will work closely to EMC hybrid data assimilation
group, interact with a group of scientists at EMC working on forecast
model, as well as collaborate with developers and users of ensemble and
probabilistic forecasts within and outside NCEP as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Required Skills:
*Candidates must have experience in numerical modeling, probabilistic
forecasting in particular.
*Must have experience and interest in two or more of the following areas
of ensemble techniques: Ensemble initialization; Representing
uncertainties associated with initial conditions generated by numerical
data assimilation techniques; EnKF/ETKF assimilation; Assessing and
representing model related forecast uncertainties; Probabilistic
verification.
*Must also have experience with running complex jobs, and processing
large amounts of numerical output data on mainframe supercomputers
and/or workstations in a FORTRAN/UNIX environment, using advanced
statistical and display tools.
*Position requires a Ph.D. or M.S. (with 8 years of relevant experience)
in Atmospheric Science, or a related physical or applied mathematical
science.
Desired Skills:
*Candidates who are able to work well in a team environment, and those
with good written and oral communication skills will have an advantage.
*Candidates with experience in NCEP's systems, especially the global
ensemble system, will also have an advantage.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3)
references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how
your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to
<jobs@imsg.com> with the following subject line: EMC Research Scientist
- Ensemble. IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including
company paid medical benefits and three weeks paid time off. The salary
range for this position is 70-90k.
IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran friendly.
Brooke M. Douglass
HR Recruitment Assistant
I.M. Systems Group, Inc.
3206 Tower Oaks Boulevard | Suite 300
Rockville | MD | 20852
http://www.imsg.com
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Message: 6
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:50:46 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Information System & Post Doctoral Fellow
Positions at the Univ. of Alaska (USA)
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JOB TITLE: IS Professional 2
DEPARTMENT: Atmospheric Sciences
POSTING #: 0062114
SALARY: Grade 79/1
REVIEW DATE: October 31, 2011
Job Summary: This Information System position requires experience in
statistical mathematics and the willingness to obtain new knowledge
relevant to statistics and atmospheric sciences is required. Ability to
ensure that information systems are working. Problem solving and
analysis to resolve software and hardware problems and issues. Bachelors
in Computer Science or other scientific field. The successful candidate
will have obtained a B.S in computer science or equivalent experience
in information technology and sciences. Theoretical and practical
knowledge of computer systems and functionality gained through higher
education experience in MySQL database programming and graphic
development software. If you have questions on this position, please
contact Dr. Gerd Wendler at (907) 474-7378, or e-mail at
<gerd.gi.alaska.edu>.
JOB TITLE: Post Doctoral Fellow
DEPARTMENT: Atmospheric Sciences
POSTING #: 0061993
SALARY: Salary commensurate with experience
CLOSE DATE: August 30, 2011
Job Summary: We seek to appoint a post doc to support our development of
new methods in numerical weather modeling using the Weather Research
Forecast (WRF) model. The work focus will be an assessment of temporal
and spatial variations of anthropogenic water vapor emissions in the
Arctic, and modeling the respective microphysics and related visibility
constraints due to ice fog during the winter.
At the GI, the diversity of our research focus is reflected by our
disciplinary-based, functional groupings of faculty and research staff.
These divisions are: space physics and aeronomy, atmospheric sciences,
snow, ice, and permafrost, seismology, volcanology, and tectonics and
sedimentation and cross-discipline satellite remote sensing.These
research divisions reflect the range and diversity of the active
scientific research projects which reach from the surface of the sun to
the center of the earth and beyond. Our 60 faculty, together with
approximately 80 graduate students and 40 associated undergraduates
carry out research projects at high latitudes relating to our location
within the Arctic.
If you would like to apply for this position, please go to
<https://www.uakjobs.com> and click on "Create Application" link to
select a User Name and Password and to create your application. Once you
have completed this step you can begin applying for jobs on-line by
clicking "Job Posting Search". If you have any questions regarding
applying, please contact Nicole Scholle, Human Resources Technician,
Geophysical Institute, University of Alaska Fairbanks, (907) 474-6010 or
e-mail: <nscholle@gi.alaska.edu>.
UAF is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.
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Message: 7
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:51:43 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Post-doctoral Position at the University of New
South Wales (Australia)
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Salary Level A: A$58,300K - A$77,733K per year (plus 17% employer
superannuation and leave loading)
A post-doctoral position in weather and climate forecasting specifically
for renewable technologies is available in the School of Photovoltaic
and Renewable Energy Engineering at the University of New South Wales.
The successful applicant will be part of a collaborative team involving
researchers from the Centre for Energy and Environmental Markets, the
Climate Change Research Centre (both at UNSW), the University of South
Australia, the Australian PV Association and Epuron.
For further information and application instructions please see:
<http://www.hr.unsw.edu.au/services/recruitment/jobs/01071104.html>
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Message: 8
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:53:09 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Vacancy: Lecturer-Senior Lecturer at the
University of Birmingham (UK)
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Dear Colleague,
The University of Birmingham is making a major strategic investment
across its research base in the School of Geography, Earth and
Environmental Sciences (<http://www.gees.bham.ac.uk/>) including three
new appointments to strengthen further and expand the expertise of the
Water Sciences research group.
The post in "Surface water environments and processes" may be of
particular interest to CLIMLIST subscribers because we are looking to
add to our expertise in hydroclimatology.
A short description of the post is provided below, with a full job
description available in PDF format:
<http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/vacancies/jd/14586.pdf>
The closing date for applications is 10 August 2011.
I would be pleased if you would draw this post to the attention of
potential applicants.
Best regards,
David
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Dr David M. Hannah
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of
Birmingham, Edgbaston. Birmingham. B15 2TT. UK.
Email: d.m.hannah@bham.ac.uk
Tel: ++ 44 121 414 6925 Fax: ++ 44 121 414 5528
http://www.gees.bham.ac.uk/staff/hannahdm.shtml
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LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER IN WATER SCIENCES: SURFACE WATER ENVIRONMENTS
AND PROCESSES (post reference 14586)
This appointment seeks to develop the Water Sciences research group's
capacity in the particular area of surface water environments and
processes. It is expected that the successful candidate will have
expertise in one or more of: surface water hydrology, hydroclimatology
(climate-hydrology interactions), macro-scale hydrology, and/ or river
catchment processes. Potential to link with our research strengths in
hydroecology and/or biogeochemistry would be considered favourably. The
appointee will have technical skills to deliver innovative science by
using state-of-the- art methods (e.g. numerical modelling, remote
sensing, statistical tools, laboratory and/or field experimentation).
In addition to demonstrating a track record of, or potential for,
internationally excellent research, applicants must have a commitment to
delivering high quality teaching and learning in physical geography and
the environmental sciences at all levels (i.e. undergraduate,
postgraduate, and higher research degrees). The successful candidates
will be involved in administrative tasks (appropriate to their
appointment grade) to support delivery of research and teaching within
the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Science
FOR INFORMAL DISCUSSION PLEASE CONTACT:
Professor Paul Smith (Head of School) by email at <m.p.smith@bham.ac.uk>
or call +44 (0)121 414 4173
Dr David Hannah (Head of Water Sciences research group) by email
<d.m.hannah@bham.ac.uk> or call +44 (0)121 414 6925;
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Message: 9
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:54:00 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] 2 Postdoc and 1 Ph.D. positions at the Univ. of
Wisconsin-Madison (USA)
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2 Postdoc and 1 PHD position available to study the effects of extreme
climate events on avian demographics: the role of habitat refugia in
mitigating climate change
Climate change poses severe threats to biodiversity, and
conservationists have to adapt their management decisions to a changing
climate. The challenge is that the biological response to future climate
change is uncertain. Climate change will entail a general warming, but
even more importantly may increase the frequency of extreme climate
events (such as multiyear droughts) and extreme weather events (such as
shorter droughts, heatwaves, and cold snaps).
Our NASA funded study has two major goals. The first is a basic science
question: we seek to predict the effects of extreme climate and weather
events, including droughts, heat waves, and cold snaps during the
breeding season, on bird demographics, focusing especially on waterfowl
and forest birds. As part of this question we will test four alternative
hypotheses to explain observed abundance declines: (1) the lower
recruitment hypothesis, (2) the adult mortality hypothesis, (3) the
long-distance dispersal hypothesis, and (4) the refugia hypothesis.
Our second goal is an applied research question: we seek to quantify the
role of National Wildlife Refuges and National Forests as refugia for
waterfowl and forest birds respectively during extreme events, and to
identify management actions to enhance this function.
Three positions (one PhD and 2 Post-doc positions) will be based in the
Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology. We are offering each as a
fully funded 3-year position, with the potential for a fourth year
depending on performance and project objectives. Start date for all
positions is flexible, funding is in hand, and an early start date is
preferred. The positions are open to both U.S. citizen, and non-residents.
Candidates should send a cover letter summarizing their research
interests, a CV that spells out skills, and the contact information for
three references. Please indicate in your cover letter explicitly which
topical area you are interested in, and at which level (PhD or postdoc)
you are applying.
Review of applicants will begin immediately; position will remain open
until suitable candidates are found. All applications received on or
before August 1st 2011 are guaranteed consideration. Application
packages (e-mailed as a single PDF file) should be sent to Dr. Anna
Pidgeon <apidgeon@wisc.edu> and Dr. Volker Radeloff <radeloff@wisc.edu>.
More information on these positions can be found at
<http://www.gjc.org/gjc-cgi/showjob.pl?id=1310770461>
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Message: 10
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:54:55 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Opportunities at the University of Auckland
(New Zealand)
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Subject: PhD Opportunities School of Environment, University of
Auckland, New Zealand
The School of Environment is seeking applicants for the below two PhD
topics under its Living with Environmental Change and Earth Systems and
Resources research themes.
1.An Investigation of the Sources of Carbon Dioxide in the Auckland
Region (Living with Environmental Change Theme)
2.Inter-annual Variability and Trend of Atmospheric Moisture Flux Over
New Zealand and Links to Precipitation Variability (Earth Systems and
Resources theme)
Further information can be found at
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Message: 11
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:59:24 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] UN-REDD vacancies in Rome
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Dear colleagues,
We are about to advertise a number of project positions with the UN-REDD Programme, ranging from young professionals to the senior position as Programme Coordinator (UN-REDD Country implementation).
Given that the primary focus for the start-up phase will be on developing REDD+ strategies and designing and implementing Measurement, Reporting and Verification systems, I am hoping that some of you would be interested and that you would be willing to help spread the word about these posts through your networks of contacts to help us identify some excellent candidates for these very challenging positions.
The Programme Coordinator position is already advertised. See: http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/VA/pdf/FOMR_677_11_PRJ.pdf (Note that the deadline is being extended to 1 August.)
All the remaining vacancies (some in Rome, some field based) will be posted on-line within the next couple of days/weeks at: http://www.fao.org/employment/project-vacancies/en/
Many thanks in advance.
Mette Wilkie
Mette L?yche Wilkie
Principal Officer
Forest Assessment, Management and Conservation Division
FAO Forestry Department
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla
Rome 00153
Italy
Tel: +3906-5705-2091
Fax: +3906-5705-5137
E-mail: Mette.LoycheWilkie@fao.org<mailto:Mette.LoycheWilkie@fao.org>
http://www.fao.org/forestry
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Message: 12
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:14:39 +0200
From: Virginie Marecal <virginie.marecal@meteo.fr>
Subject: [Met-jobs] post-doc position on atmospheric chemistry
modelling (France)
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A post-doctoral position on "atmospheric chemistry modelling" is offered
at the Centre National de Recherches M?t?orologiques in Toulouse, FRANCE.
If you are interested by this position, please apply before 15
September 2011. See details in the attached file.
Dr Virginie MARECAL
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Dr Virginie Mar?cal
CNRM/GAME
Centre National de Recherches M?t?orologiques/
Groupe d'?tude de l'Atmosph?re M?t?orologique
M?t?o-France/CNRS
Tel : +33 5 61 07 93 61
Fax : +33 5 61 07 96 10
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