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Research

High level career opportunity with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Director, Water Supply and Water Resources Division, Cincinnati OH. EPA's Office of Research and Development is seeking an outstanding internationally recognized science leader for its research Division focused primarily on protection of water resources and drinking water treatment. The mission of the Division is to achieve sustainable solutions to complex water issues facing the nation and the globe. Current research areas in the Division are associated with solving critical issues on sustainable water resources and include aging water infrastructure, adaptation to climate change, adoption of new treatment technologies and management of emerging microbial and chemical contaminants in drinking water and distribution systems. The Director's responsibilities will include being an advocate for Divisional research, managing a large and highly skilled staff, supervising a state-of-the art analysis center and interfacing with the newly established Water Technology Innovation Center and other national and international technology innovation centers. Salary up to $200,000 plus benefits. More information is available at www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL/jobs/index.html. EPA is an EOE. Apply Online: http://www.Click2Apply.net/692pyq6

Research

High- level career opportunity with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development - Director, Ground Water and Ecosystems Restoration Division, Ada OK. EPA's Office of Research and Development is seeking an outstanding internationally recognized science leader for the nation's only research program focused on groundwater protection and restoration. The high visibility science program currently encompasses studies of the relationship between groundwater resources and hydraulic fracturing for extraction of natural gas and carbon sequestration. The responsibilities include advocacy, management of a large and highly skilled staff and supervision of a state-of-the art research facility. The goal of the program is to bring innovation to achieve sustainable solutions to complex environmental problems with a focus on groundwater resources. Salary up to $200,000 plus benefits. More information is available at www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL/jobs/index.html. EPA is an EOE. Apply Online: http://www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL/jobs/index.html

National Program Directors

Research and Development National Program Directors Washington, DC, Cincinnati, OH, or Research Triangle Park, NC US Environmental Protection Agency Research and Development National Program Directors (NPD) (4 Postions) Announcement Numbers NPD, Air, Climate and Energy: IOAA-11-42-04 NPD, Chemical Safety for Sustainability: IOAA-11-42-05 NPD, Sustainable and Healthy Communities: IOAA-11-42-06 NPD, Safe and Sustainable Water Resources: IOAA-11-42-07 •Lead the EPA in developing a coordinated research program •Engage high-level decision makers and scientists to influence EPA’s strategic research objectives •Protect human health and the environment for future generations EPA is seeking internationally recognized scientific leaders to fill four senior-level National Program Director (NPD) positions for its research program. Each NPD is responsible for providing high-level scientific leadership, overall coordination, and management of one of four ORD research programs. These are: Air, Climate and Energy (ACE), Safe and Sustainable Water Resources (SSWR), Sustainable and Healthy Communities (SHC), and Chemical Safety for Sustainability (CSS). These positions will be located in Washington D.C.; RTP, North Carolina; or Cincinnati, Ohio. Find out more about these positions and apply at http://www.epa.gov/ord/htm/jobs_ord.htm How to Apply: Send the following information: (a) a cover letter (1-2 pages), describing your experience in leading a research program and how your experience relates to the duties of the position for which you are applying; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) names and contact information of three references; (d) citizenship status; (e) compensation requirements and (f) how you heard about this vacancy. Please cite the correct announcement number (NPD, Air, Climate and Energy: IOAA-11-42-04; NPD, Chemical Safety for Sustainability: IOAA-11-42-05; NPD, Sustainable and Healthy Communities: IOAA-11-42-06; or NPD, Safe and Sustainable Water Resources: IOAA-11-42-07). Please submit individual applications if applying for more than one position. Applications should be sent via email to title42@epa.gov or mailed to the attention of Ms. Dorothy Carr, U.S. EPA, HRMD, MD-C639-02, RTP, NC 27711. Applications must be received by June 28, 2011. Electronic submission of application materials is strongly encouraged. Applications sent via email must be submitted in MS Word, portable document format (PDF), rich text format (RTF), or plain text. Use of other formats may invalidate your application. For additional information, Ms. Carr also can be reached at (800) 433-9633. Technical questions pertaining to this vacancy may be addressed to Kevin Teichman at (202) 564-6620. The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Branch Chief

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Research and Development High Level Career Opportunity Branch Chief EPA ORD is seeking a senior science manager to fill a Branch Chief position in the National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL) in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position will serve as the Branch Chief for the Soils and Sediments Management Branch within the Land Remediation and Pollution Control Division of NRMRL. The Branch Chief reports to the Division Director and exercises supervisory management responsibilities over staff members; works to develop and implement research programs on soils and sediment remediation that form the basis for nationwide strategies for controlling pollutants, providing alternative approaches for controlling pollution and ameliorating impacts on humans and the environment; assists and advises the Division Director in the formulation of research goals and objectives; promotes effective use of all administrative resources. The US EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Specific job information and application instructions for the position are posted via the Federal Governments USAJobs website (http://www.usajobs.gov/) or at the following locations: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=96642878&JobTitle=Supv.+Bio... http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=96642857&JobTitle=Supv.+Bio... Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/b72cb52

Science Policy

APPLY YOUR SCIENCE TO SERVE SOCIETY For more than 35 years, the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships have provided scientists and engineers with a unique opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to national and international issues in the federal policy realm, while learning first-hand about establishing and implementing policy. Fellows select assignments in Congressional offices or federal agencies. This is a year-long opportunity, beginning September 1 and ending August 31. Most federal agencies offer Fellows the ability to renew for a second year. AAAS seeks candidates from a broad array of backgrounds and a diversity of geographic, disciplinary, gender, and ethnic perspectives. Fellows have ranged in age from late 20s to early 70s. They represent a spectrum of career stages, from recent PhD graduates to faculty on sabbatical to retired scientists and engineers. Fellows also come from a range of sectors, including academia, industry, non-profit organizations, and government labs. AAAS partners with more than 30 scientific societies that also sponsor fellowships. They conduct separate application and selection processes and provide different stipend and benefits support. Individuals interested in the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships are encouraged to apply with all scientific societies for which they qualify. Please see our website at www.fellowships.aaas.org for details. Eligibility & Criteria: To be considered for a fellowship, all successful applicants must: * Hold a doctoral level degree (PhD, MD, DVM, etc.), in any of the following: Social/Behavioral sciences, Medical/Health disciplines, Biological, Physical or Geosciences. Applicants with a MS in engineering and three or more years of post-degree professional experience also qualify. All degree requirements must be completed by the application deadline. * Have solid scientific and technical credentials and the endorsement of three references. * Show a commitment to serve society. * Exhibit good communication skills, both verbally and in writing, to decision-makers and non-scientific audiences. * Demonstrate integrity, problem-solving ability, good judgment, flexibility, and leadership qualities. * Hold U.S. citizenship. Note: Federal employees are not eligible What we offer: Stipend: Approximately $74,000 to $97,000 (depending on years of experience and previous salary). Relocation Allowance: Up to $4,000 for first-year Fellows with stipends via AAAS if move is greater than 50 miles outside Washington, D.C. Health Insurance: Monthly reimbursements for Fellows who receive stipends via AAAS. Insurance coverage via agency for those hired directly as temporary federal employees. Travel/Training: Minimum of $4,000 for Fellows receiving a stipend via AAAS, to be used for fellowship assignment-related travel, conferences, and/or training. Varies by placement and must be approved by supervisor. Apply: The deadline is December 5th, 2010. AAAS accepts online applications only. Full details at www.fellowships.aaas.org

Environmental Engineering

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is a bi-state public agency operating some of the busiest and most important transportation links in the New York / New Jersey region including The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH), the primary transit link between Manhattan and New Jersey communities and suburban commuter railroads. The Port Authority is seeking to fill a position of Environmental Engineer in the Engineering Department’s Engineering/Architecture Design Division. As an Environmental Engineer you will report to a Principal or Senior Environmental Engineer. In this position you will be responsible for preparing estimates, specifications, notes and drawings in support of construction contracts. In addition, you will be developing site and remedial investigations for soil and groundwater and developing technical reports for submission to State regulatory agencies (e.g. underground tank closures, remedial action work plans), as well as assist in securing environmental permits and registrations. Responsibilities: · Evaluate project scopes and develop design criteria, as well as budget for design services and design schedules. · Provide technical support and assistance to facility and other Port Authority personnel for matters related to environmental engineering design and regulatory compliance. · Supervise junior level engineers and CAD operators. · Routinely serve as a Task Leader but may act as the Lead Engineer/Architect (LEA) on less complex projects. Requirements: · Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering. · Minimum of 5 years experience performing soil and ground water investigations in NY and NJ. · Direct experience in developing storm water pollution prevention plans and obtaining environmental permits related to wetlands, waterfront development and stream encroachment. · Experience dealing with regulatory agencies in NY & NJ. · Potential candidates will be requested to provide a copy of an investigation report or remedial action work plan prepared in accordance with State requirements and completed within the past year. Please submit a copy of the cover and table of contents of the aforementioned reports. Desirable · P.E. License in NY and NJ. · CAD · MS Access The Port Authority offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Interested applicants can apply directly online to this position by visiting www.JoinThePortAuthority.com. Follow the instructions to view Job Postings, type reference number 9809 in the keyword search box. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer

Exposure research

The National Exposure Research Laboratory of EPA’s Office of Research and Development is seeking internationally recognized science leaders to fill the following positions: Director for the Microbiological and Chemical Exposure Assessment Research Division (MCEARD) - Cincinnati, Ohio. The primary focus of MCEARD’s research program is human exposures to contaminants in the water environment. As a critical research need for the EPA, MCEARD leads research to understand waterborne pathogen and indicator microbial ecology and their potential risk factors in both natural and engineered water systems. Novel approaches to assess human exposures to pathogens also are being sought. Improved detection methods and spatio-temporal measurements of microbial contaminants are needed to characterize human exposures from drinking and environmental waters to better assess and manage pathogen risks. Director for the Ecosystems Research Division (ERD) – Athens GA ERD research includes studies of the behavior of contaminants, nutrients, and biota in environmental systems, with the primary objective of developing mathematical models to interpret, assess, and/or predict exposures to stressors from natural and anthropogenic sources. Modern biochemical science tools and experimental process studies are applied to assess stressor behavior and impacts. Leading-edge computational technologies are developed to integrate core sciences into multi-media, multi-stressor, and multi-scale modeling systems that provide predictive capabilities for complex environmental exposures. Model development is supported by, and tightly coupled with, field and laboratory studies. Director for the Environmental Sciences Research Division (ESD) – Las Vegas NV ESD conducts research in the development and application of new methods and technologies to resolve issues of environmental exposures, especially as those exposures relate to spatial and temporal variability in the environment. ESD scientists address actual and potential exposures of ecosystems and humans to both traditional and nontraditional stressors at multiple scales and in response to policy and environmental practices. Relevant research approaches include landscape ecology, remote sensing of the atmosphere and biosphere, watershed modeling, development and application of sampling approaches and methods, state-of-the art analytical techniques for characterizing contaminants in the environment, and integration and analysis of multiple complex and spatially extensive datasets. These positions will be filled using EPA’s Title 42 Authority, which allows EPA to hire the highest caliber science leaders through renewable term appointments of up to 5 years and at annual salaries of up to $200,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. The candidate must have a doctoral level degree in a pertinent science discipline and extensive specialized experience. Selected applicants will be eligible for full benefits, including relocation, health and life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave. Specific information on the positions and instructions for applying can be found at http://www.epa.gov/nerl/. Applications must be submitted by September 14, 2009.

Multiple

The National Exposure Research Laboratory of EPA’s Office of Research and Development is seeking internationally recognized science leaders to fill the following positions: Director for the Microbiological and Chemical Exposure Assessment Research Division (MCEARD) - Cincinnati, Ohio. The primary focus of MCEARD’s research program is human exposures to contaminants in the water environment. As a critical research need for the EPA, MCEARD leads research to understand waterborne pathogen and indicator microbial ecology and their potential risk factors in both natural and engineered water systems. Novel approaches to assess human exposures to pathogens also are being sought. Improved detection methods and spatio-temporal measurements of microbial contaminants are needed to characterize human exposures from drinking and environmental waters to better assess and manage pathogen risks. Director for the Ecosystems Research Division (ERD) – Athens GA ERD research includes studies of the behavior of contaminants, nutrients, and biota in environmental systems, with the primary objective of developing mathematical models to interpret, assess, and/or predict exposures to stressors from natural and anthropogenic sources. Modern biochemical science tools and experimental process studies are applied to assess stressor behavior and impacts. Leading-edge computational technologies are developed to integrate core sciences into multi-media, multi-stressor, and multi-scale modeling systems that provide predictive capabilities for complex environmental exposures. Model development is supported by, and tightly coupled with, field and laboratory studies. Director for the Environmental Sciences Research Division (ESD) – Las Vegas NV ESD conducts research in the development and application of new methods and technologies to resolve issues of environmental exposures, especially as those exposures relate to spatial and temporal variability in the environment. ESD scientists address actual and potential exposures of ecosystems and humans to both traditional and nontraditional stressors at multiple scales and in response to policy and environmental practices. Relevant research approaches include landscape ecology, remote sensing of the atmosphere and biosphere, watershed modeling, development and application of sampling approaches and methods, state-of-the art analytical techniques for characterizing contaminants in the environment, and integration and analysis of multiple complex and spatially extensive datasets. These positions will be filled using EPA’s Title 42 Authority, which allows EPA to hire the highest caliber science leaders through renewable term appointments of up to 5 years and at annual salaries of up to $200,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. The candidate must have a doctoral level degree in a pertinent science discipline and extensive specialized experience. Selected applicants will be eligible for full benefits, including relocation, health and life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave. Specific information on the positions and instructions for applying can be found at http://www.epa.gov/nerl/. Applications for both ESD and ERD must be received by September 8, 2009. Applications for the MCEARD position must be received by September 14, 2009. The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Multiple

The National Exposure Research Laboratory of EPA’s Office of Research and Development is seeking internationally recognized science leaders to fill the following positions: Director for the Microbiological and Chemical Exposure Assessment Research Division (MCEARD) - Cincinnati, Ohio. The primary focus of MCEARD’s research program is human exposures to contaminants in the water environment. As a critical research need for the EPA, MCEARD leads research to understand waterborne pathogen and indicator microbial ecology and their potential risk factors in both natural and engineered water systems. Novel approaches to assess human exposures to pathogens also are being sought. Improved detection methods and spatio-temporal measurements of microbial contaminants are needed to characterize human exposures from drinking and environmental waters to better assess and manage pathogen risks. Director for the Ecosystems Research Division (ERD) – Athens GA ERD research includes studies of the behavior of contaminants, nutrients, and biota in environmental systems, with the primary objective of developing mathematical models to interpret, assess, and/or predict exposures to stressors from natural and anthropogenic sources. Modern biochemical science tools and experimental process studies are applied to assess stressor behavior and impacts. Leading-edge computational technologies are developed to integrate core sciences into multi-media, multi-stressor, and multi-scale modeling systems that provide predictive capabilities for complex environmental exposures. Model development is supported by, and tightly coupled with, field and laboratory studies. Director for the Environmental Sciences Research Division (ESD) – Las Vegas NV ESD conducts research in the development and application of new methods and technologies to resolve issues of environmental exposures, especially as those exposures relate to spatial and temporal variability in the environment. ESD scientists address actual and potential exposures of ecosystems and humans to both traditional and nontraditional stressors at multiple scales and in response to policy and environmental practices. Relevant research approaches include landscape ecology, remote sensing of the atmosphere and biosphere, watershed modeling, development and application of sampling approaches and methods, state-of-the art analytical techniques for characterizing contaminants in the environment, and integration and analysis of multiple complex and spatially extensive datasets. These positions will be filled using EPA’s Title 42 Authority, which allows EPA to hire the highest caliber science leaders through renewable term appointments of up to 5 years and at annual salaries of up to $200,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. The candidate must have a doctoral level degree in a pertinent science discipline and extensive specialized experience. Selected applicants will be eligible for full benefits, including relocation, health and life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave. Specific information on the positions and instructions for applying can be found at http://www.epa.gov/nerl/. Applications for both ESD and ERD must be received by September 8, 2009. Applications for the MCEARD position must be received by September 14, 2009. The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Environmental Engineering

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is a bi-state public agency operating some of the busiest and most important transportation links in the New York / New Jersey region including The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH), the primary transit link between Manhattan and New Jersey communities and suburban commuter railroads. The Port Authority is seeking to fill a position of Environmental Engineer in the Engineering Department’s Engineering/Architecture Design Division. As an Environmental Engineer you will report to a Principal or Senior Environmental Engineer. In this position you will be responsible for preparing estimates, specifications, notes and drawings in support of construction contracts. In addition, you will be developing site and remedial investigations for soil and groundwater and developing technical reports for submission to State regulatory agencies (e.g. underground tank closures, remedial action work plans), as well as assist in securing environmental permits and registrations. Responsibilities: · Evaluate project scopes and develop design criteria, as well as budget for design services and design schedules. · Provide technical support and assistance to facility and other Port Authority personnel for matters related to environmental engineering design and regulatory compliance. · Supervise junior level engineers and CAD operators. · Routinely serve as a Task Leader but may act as the Lead Engineer/Architect (LEA) on less complex projects. Requirements: · Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering. · Minimum of 5 years experience performing soil and ground water investigations in NY and NJ. · Direct experience in developing storm water pollution prevention plans and obtaining environmental permits related to wetlands, waterfront development and stream encroachment. · Experience dealing with regulatory agencies in NY & NJ. · Potential candidates will be requested to provide a copy of an investigation report or remedial action work plan prepared in accordance with State requirements and completed within the past year. Please submit a copy of the cover and table of contents of the aforementioned reports. Desirable · P.E. License in NY and NJ. · CAD · MS Access The Port Authority offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Interested applicants can apply directly online to this position by visiting www.JoinThePortAuthority.com. Follow the instructions to view Job Postings, type reference number 9809 in the keyword search box. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer