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2012 Smithsonian Institution Research Fellowships
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 15 January 2012
Research fellowships in Paleobiology are available through the Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program, which provides funding for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and senior investigators to conduct research in association with Smithsonian scientists. Candidates are especially encouraged to apply for the new multi-year Peter Buck Fellowships (http://www.si.edu/ofg/fell.htm - fnmnh). Fellows based at NMNH have access to a research staff of more than 100 scholars, world-class collections, and modern core facilities including molecular laboratories, computer clusters, SEM, and stable isotope labs.
All applicants should contact potential staff advisors to determine the feasibility of the proposed research and tenure dates, as well as the availability of relevant collections and other resources. Potential staff advisors and information about their work is available at the Department of Paleobiology web site (http://paleobiology.si.edu/index.html).
Fellowship durations range from three months to three years depending on fellowship category. The stipend for Predoctoral Fellows is $30,000 per year (twelve months) and for Postdoctoral and Senior Fellows is $45,000 per year (twelve months). A maximum research allowance of $4,000 per year is available. Ten-week Graduate Student Fellowships are also available with a stipend of $6,500. Fellowships are open to citizens of any country. For more information, and to apply online, go to (http://www.si.edu/ofg/Applications/SIFELL/SIFELLapp.htm).

Assistant Professor of Geology (Vertebrate Paleontology) and Curator of Paleontology, The Department of Geosciences and Sternberg Museum of Natural History at Fort Hays State University
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 15 January 2012
Title: Herpetologist
Job Number: 28011 (Classification: Faculty Appointment)
Agency: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Location: Stevens Point, Wisconsin
The Department of Geosciences and Sternberg Museum of Natural History at Fort Hays State University invite applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Geology (Vertebrate Paleontology) and Curator of Paleontology. Application selection begins January 15, 2012. Starting date June 11, 2012 Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check. For complete job posting details see: http://www.fhsu.edu/geo/ or http://www.fhsu.edu/faculty-and-staff/employment-and-benefits/.
Please note that questions concerning this position should be addressed to Dr. Heinrichs (via geosciences@fhsu.edu).

Coastal Geological Oceanographer, Department of Marine Science, The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Posting Date: 3 January 2012
Closing Date: 15 January 2012
The University of Southern Mississippi Department of Marine Science at the Stennis Space Center is offering a position in coastal geological oceanography at the tenure-track, assistant or associate professor level. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in a geological field and have demonstrated field and research experience in sedimentology, preferably in shelf and coastal environments. Post-doctoral experience is desirable for assistant-level applicants. A nationally recognized record of publication, demonstrated successful grantsmanship, and at least five years of service at another degree-granting institution or equivalent service at a non-degree-granting institution are needed at the associate-level. A successful candidate is expected to conduct an active research program and develop courses for an interdisciplinary academic program for graduate and undergraduate students. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to collaborative research and teaching. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with biological, physical and chemical oceanographers, modelers, paleoceanographers and hydrographers to address complex coastal problems. Information is available online about the department at http://www.usm.edu/marine/.
The University of Southern Mississippi Department of Marine Science is home to an interdisciplinary program of graduate and undergraduate study and research in marine environments. The department offers a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Science and Ph.D. in marine science and a Master of Science in hydrographic science. Located at the Stennis Space Center (SSC), the Department of Marine Science is strategically situated at the single-largest concentration of oceanographers and hydrographers in the world. Fifteen on site faculty conduct research and teach courses in biological oceanography, marine chemistry, geological oceanography, physical oceanography, remote sensing, numerical modeling and hydrography to approximately 50 full-time graduate students at SSC and approximately 30 undergraduates at Southern Miss Gulf Coast. Faculty also interact with research scientists at government agencies located on site including the Naval Research Laboratory and the Naval Oceanographic Office, EPA, NOAA, USGS and NASA.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest outlining their qualifications for the position, including a research plan, teaching philosophy with a curricular plan, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of at least four references. All application materials will be accepted online at https://jobs.usm.edu. For inquiries about the position, contact Dr. Charlotte Brunner, chair of the search committee, at charlotte.brunner@usm.edu or 228.688.3576. Applicant review will begin January 15, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.

Assistant Professor Position (Sedimentology/ Stratigraphy), Department of Earth Science, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, Connecticut
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 17 January 2012
The Earth Sciences Department at Southern Connecticut State University (http://www.southernct.edu) invites applications for a tenure track position in sedimentology/stratigraphy to begin August 2012. The position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a broadly educated, collegial, field-based geoscientist with specialization in stratigraphy/sedimentology or related fields and a strong commitment to teaching and research at the undergraduate level. The successful candidate is expected to develop a student centered research program that includes some focus on southern New England or Mid-Atlantic geology and is willing to seek external funding to help support the Department and University missions. Normal teaching responsibilities include 12 load credits (12-15 contact hours) per semester that may include introductory geoscience courses for non-science majors, sedimentology/stratigraphy, and historical geology. All faculty are expected to participate in student advising and committee assignments. Reassigned time is available for research and other scholarly activities on a competitive basis.
Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in the geosciences is required at the time of appointment.
Evidence of commitment to undergraduate teaching, research, and service.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with expertise in clastic sedimentology, Mesozoic/Pleistocene stratigraphy, and/or invertebrate paleontology are particularly suitable.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests and experience, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references by February 15, 2012 to
Dr. Thomas H. Fleming
Chair, Earth Science Department Search Committee
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515
The Earth Science Department at SCSU consists of four full-time and six adjunct faculty who support a broad-based earth science curriculum with concentrations in geology, environmental earth science, and earth science secondary education (7-12). Southern Connecticut State University is part of the four-campus Connecticut State University system and hosts over 12,000 students in New Haven, Connecticut. Details regarding existing programs and facilities can be found at http://www.southernct.edu/earthscience/.
SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Summer Internships (Field Paleontologist [2], Information Technology/Paleontologist), GeoCorps, Dinosaur National Monument, Jensen, Utah
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 1 February 2012
We will have 3 GeoCorps positions at Dinosaur for the summer of 2012. Two are Field Paleontologist position and one is an Information Technology/Paleontologist position. The position descriptions have been posted at the GeoCorps website at http://rock.geosociety.org/g_corps/2012/allJobDescriptions.asp
Applications are being accepted at the GeoCorps website until February 1. Feel free to contact
Dan Chure if you have any questions.

Assistant or Associate Professor (Paleontology), Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, South Dakota
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 1 February 2012
The Department of Geology and Geological Engineering at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology invites applications for a nine-month tenure track position in paleontology at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The successful applicant should have a robust background in analytical paleontology, such as geochemical applications in paleontology, and will teach courses and advise student research at the undergraduate and graduate level. He or she is expected to develop an externally funded research program that complements current departmental research strengths. The department offers BS, MS and Ph.D. degrees with emphases in geology or paleontology, including an MS in Paleontology. The Museum of Geology’s paleontology collections, consisting of 500,000+ specimens, are housed in the James E. Martin Paleontology Research Laboratory. A Ph.D. in geology or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment. Nine-month salary range will be commensurate with background and experience.
The university, in Rapid City, SD, is located in a diverse geological terrane. The Black Hills uplift is within the northern Rocky Mountains and represents its easternmost extent. The Badlands White River Group and late Cretaceous marine deposits are found around the Black Hills and extend eastward across the state toward the Missouri River. The department has access to a GIS/remote sensing lab, a biogeochemistry lab, a micro-CT scanning unit, and a facility offering SEM, XRD and XRF analysis. The Museum of Geology’s new Paleontology Research Laboratory has capabilities for fossil preparation and curation, as well as archival and specimen storage.
The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a public state university offering bachelor, master’s, and doctoral degrees in engineering and science. The University’s research programs focus on the following four areas: Energy and Environment; Materials and Manufacturing; Underground Science and Engineering; and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. The School of Mines’ approximately 2,300 students include traditional and non-traditional learners from 38 states and 32 countries. Located in Rapid City, South Dakota’s second largest city, the University is only 25 miles from Mount Rushmore and the beautiful Black Hills. Rapid City enjoys a relatively mild climate, and the Black Hills offer year-round recreational opportunities. For more information about the School of Mines and Rapid City, visit: www.sdsmt.edu and http://visitrapidcity.com/.
The School of Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. This position is funded from general funds and is needed to support the educational and research missions of the university.
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, military status, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, political preference or disability in employment or the provision of service.

PhD studentship ("Plio-Pleistocene dinoflagellate cysts and paleoceanography of the North Atlantic region"), Department of Geology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Posting Date: 7 December 2011
Closing Date: 1 February 2012
Description of PhD project:
The North Atlantic Current (NAC) and thermohaline circulation are major drivers of global climate change, transferring heat and moisture to high northern latitudes. Moisture is necessary for ice sheets to accumulate, thereby increasing albedo and causing global temperatures to drop. Hence, the Northern Hemisphere, through its capacity to grow extensive continental ice sheets, has been a major amplifier of global climate change at least since the Late Pliocene. The changing dynamics of the NAC and polar front are accordingly critical to our understanding of past and future climates.
The project will focus on several discrete intervals of the Pliocene, including Marine Isotope Stage (MIS) M2 which occurred 3.29 million years ago and represents the first severely cold episode of the Pliocene. Described as an early failed attempt by the climate system to reach a full glacial state, MIS M2 represents instability in the NAC (e.g. De Schepper, Head & Groeneveld, 2009) that was followed immediately by sustained warmth in the early Late Pliocene.
A novel combination of proxies (dinoflagellate cysts, alkenones, foraminiferal Mg/Ca ratios and oxygen isotopes, ice-rafted debris) will be used to reconstruct sea-surface temperature, salinity, evidence of ice melting, and NAC strength. The resulting reconstructions will provide boundary conditions for NAC shutdown/recovery, and will be used in conjunction with the HadCM35 coupled ocean-atmosphere general circulation model to simulate conditions during MIS M2 and other time slices.
The project, under the supervision of Prof. Martin J. Head, will include collaboration with Dr Stijn De Schepper (Bergen University, Norway), Dr Jeroen Groeneveld (Bremen University, Germany), Prof. Jörg Bollmann (University of Toronto), and Prof. Alan Haywood (University of Leeds, UK). It is scheduled to begin September 2012.
Recent literature relevant to project:
De Schepper, S., Head, M.J., Groeneveld, J. 2009. North Atlantic Current variability through marine isotope stage M2 (circa 3.3 Ma) during the mid-Pliocene. Paleoceanography, 24: DOI: 10.1029/2008PA001725.
De Schepper, S., Fischer, E., Groeneveld, J., Head, M.J., and Matthiessen, J., 2011. Deciphering the palaeoecology of Late Pliocene and Early Pleistocene dinoflagellate cysts. Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology, 309: 17-32.
How to apply:
The on-line application for admission to the Fall (September) 2012 session at the University of Toronto, Graduate Department in Geology, is now available.
1) Please go to the Geology website at http://www.geology.utoronto.ca
2) Click on the Graduate Studies photo
3) Scroll down to Prospective Students
4) Click on HOW TO APPLY, read carefully and follow the instructions.
Although the application deadline is February 1, 2012, please check the on-line application for admission SOON to determine how much time is needed to assemble all the necessary documentation. For any questions relating to this project, please contact Prof. Martin J. Head.

Seasonal Internships, The Mammoth Site, Hot Springs, South Dakota
Posting Date: 8 December 2011
Closing Date: 17 February 2012
The Mammoth Site is a natural trap of late Pleistocene fauna. Over 10,000 vertebrate and invertebrate fossils have been uncovered at the Mammoth Site through the 2011 field season. About 3,500 of these bones belong to Columbian and Wooly mammoths, and more than 2,000 of these bones are preserved in-situ.
The bones of 28 other vertebrate species found at the site are stored in our well-equipped preparation laboratory and bone repository.
Position: Nine seasonal internships are available, starting in either May or June and ending in August or September (to fit your academic schedule). These are full-time positions (30-40 hrs/wk) paying $8.00 per hour, with free housing. You will be working between 400 and 640 hours over the course of the summer (10-16 weeks; that will include some weekends). Depending on workload and funding for the year, the internship may be extended beyond traditional end dates.
Responsibilities: The position will involve conducting educational tours for the general public (20 hours per week) and preserving and preparing Pleistocene fossil material in the lab and in the bonebed (20 hours per week).
In addition, there will be opportunities to learn molding and casting, and bonebed cartography.
Minimum Qualifications: You must be at least an undergraduate student in biology, geology, anthropology, museum studies, or a related field. You should also have some experience working with natural history collections, knowledge of anatomy, and familiarity with computers, database programs and digital cameras. You needn’t be an expert in any of those fields, however.
Good organizational skills and attention to details are a plus, as is the ability to work independently. You will, without exception, be interacting with the public, so interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with them are both very important. You should be able to lift 35 lbs.
***2 ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES ARE ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED*** - less than that shows that you have not read and understood this post and undermines what might otherwise be considered a stellar resume.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year or more of vertebrate paleontology preparation, invertebrate preparation and/or museum curatorial experience in Pleistocene vertebrate paleontology.
- Experience in education program development and delivery.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access, and ArcGIS software.
- Experience with public speaking and guide/docent work.
International Students: In previous years The Mammoth Site has welcomed interns from around the globe, and we will continue to do so. That said, things have gotten a little tricky recently. In the last few years it has become increasingly difficult to obtain work visas in this country the quota for the year is exhausted in the first few days of January. With the current economic downturn, we expect the situation to worsen. Foreign students have two chances for employment at The Mammoth Site. First, those with existing student visas should be able to obtain employment without difficulty, provided they apply early. Second, students willing to work on a volunteer basis can get here with an easy-to-obtain tourist visa. Volunteers still receive free housing.
Housing: Housing is available on Mammoth Site property at no cost to the intern.
***2 ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES ARE ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED*** - less than that shows that you have not read and understood this post and undermines what might otherwise be considered a stellar resume.
Wm. Justin Wilkins
In-situ Bonebed Curator, Cartographer, & Secondary Educator
The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, SD
605-745-6017
http://www.mammothsite.org

Jon L. and Beverly A. Thompson Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Invertebrate Paleontology, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
Posting Date: 3 January 2012
Closing Date: 1 March 2012
The Florida Museum of Natural History seeks applicants for Jon L. and Beverly A. Thompson Post-Doctoral Fellowship in invertebrate paleontology. Candidates who (1) integrate invertebrate paleontology or micropaleontology with related geological and biological sciences (e.g., stratigraphy, sedimentology, paleoclimatology, evolutionary biology, and geobiology), (2) use museum collections in their research, and (3) have research interests centered on time intervals and taxonomic groups that are regionally relevant (Cenozoic marine invertebrates and microfossils) are particularly encouraged to apply. (See http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu for more information about the museum.)
The Jon L. and Beverly A. Thompson Post-Doctoral Fellowship is associated with the Invertebrate Paleontology program at the Florida Museum of Natural History. The position is for a postdoctoral associate and is awarded for two years, contingent on satisfactory progress. The fellowship provides a stipend ($40,000/yr), discretionary research funds ($5,000/yr), and health care benefits.
Interested candidates should submit a statement of research interest (2-3 pages), a curriculum vita, a list of publications, and the names of three referees from whom recommendation letters can be requested. The deadline for all application materials is March 1, 2012, and decisions will be announced by April 15, 2012. The position is scheduled to start on August 15, 2012.
Application materials can be sent by email to: Michal Kowalewski, Thompson Chair of Invertebrate Paleontology, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, mkowalewski@flmnh.ufl.edu. Please contact M. Kowalewski directly with questions about the application process or the fellowship.
University of Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minority scientists are strongly encouraged.

University Assistant (post doc), Department of Paleontology University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Posting Date: 3 January 2012
Closing Date: 1 August 2012
We invite applications for a university assistant position (post doc; "Universitätsassistent/in") at the Chair of Palaeobiology and Vertebrate Palaeontology of the Department of Palaeontology of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy.
A strong background in vertebrate palaeontology with a traceable record in (palaeo)ichthyology is expected. The successful candidate will join a young, international and dynamic lab that focuses on all aspects of the biology and evolution of extinct vertebrates and their living relatives with special reference to marine fishes. The research is implemented in the emerging research field of "Evolutionary Palaeobiology", which seeks to understand the evolutionary history of organisms by employing and combining different research areas from biology and palaeontology. More information can be found at www.fish-research.org and www.univie.ac.at/Palaeontologie/. The position is intended for further qualification (German "Habilitation"). We are seeking a highly motivated applicant with a track-record of international publications. The working language of the group is both German and English, and applicants from abroad are encouraged to apply.
Send application including CV, publication list, research statement (max. 1 page), PDFs of max. five significant publications, a maximum one-page letter of motivation and details of 3 referees in a single PDF document (only) by email to jobcenter@univie.ac.at. Informal enquiries about the position may be directed to Univ.-Prof. Dr. Jürgen Kriwet (juergen.kriwet@univie.ac.at).
The University of Vienna intends to increase the number of women on its faculty, particularly in high-level positions, and therefore specifically invites applications by women. Degree of Employment: 40 hours/week
Areas of work:
Duties:
support the Chair of Palaeobiology and Vertebrate Palaeontology in research and teaching
develop own research projects that supplement the topics of the research group
supervise BSc, MSc and PhD students
manage the Micro-CT lab
acquire third-party funding through national and/or international funding agencies
teach courses in the Bachelor and Masters Programs in Geo- and Lifesciences
participate in the academic self-administration
Profile:
Doctorate (PhD) in Geosciences, Biology or related field mandatory for employment.
Research fields:
Main research field Special research fields Importance Biology, Botany, Zoology Palaeontology MUST
Education:
Educational institution Educational level Special subject Importance University Biology, Botany, Zoology Palaeontology MUST
Languages:
Language Language level Language skills Importance English Excellent knowledge Language level MUST
see also: https://univis.univie.ac.at/ausschreibungstellensuche/flow/bew_ausschreibung-flow?_flowExecutionKey=_c1A3B594B-2D28-DDE6-AAA1-A7E83BAAC600_k113B2739-9805-3C8F-4E32-F8A322C0E359&tid=33576.28
Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be sent via Job Center to the University of Vienna (http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 08.01.2012 and be referenced to the identification number 2730.
For further information please contact Kriwet, Jürgen +43-1-4277-53520.
The University of Vienna intends to increase the number of women on its faculty, particularly in high-level positions, and therefore specifically invites applications by women. Among equally qualified applicants women will receive preferential consideration.
Human Resources and Gender Equality of the University of Vienna Identification number of advertisement: 2730
E-Mail: jobcenter@univie.ac.at

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