Atlas.ti Training Workshop at the GC

The Sociology Students Association, Doctoral Students Council, and the CUNY Space Time Research Collective are pleased to announce that registration is now open to the first in a series of computer assisted data analysis workshops. The upcoming workshop, which will be led by Dr. Denise Milstein (Department of Sociology, Columbia University), will focus on Atlas.ti. Atlas.ti is used to analyze primary and secondary data, and is a useful skill to learn for researchers who are seeking to expand their ‘methodological toolbox’. The workshop will include an introduction to qualitative data analysis using Atlas.ti, hands-on practice with real data, a focus …

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Spatial Ecologist Position at the Audubon in San Francisco

Apply for this job online Email this job to a friend More information about this job: Overview: Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon’s mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education and on-the-ground conservation action.  By mobilizing and aligning its network of Chapters, Centers, State and Important Bird Area programs in the four major migratory flyways in the Americas, the organization will bring the full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and …

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Marine Ecologist Position at the Nature Conservancy

We are looking to hire a coastal marine ecologist here at TNC California to support our Coastal and Marine Program. I would greatly appreciate it if you could forward this job description to potential candidates. We are looking for someone, preferably with a PhD, who could provide science support for our conservation engagements at the land-sea interface and with near-shore fisheries here in California. Potential candidates may contact me directly and/or apply online at: California Coastal Marine Ecologist / The Nature Conservancy / California / View and apply for this job at: https://careers.nature.org/psp/P91HTNC_APP/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=40996&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

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CESU Sandy Research Funding

Technical Representatives, North Atlantic Coast CESU non-federal partners “Acquisition coordination, compilation, data management and change analysis of LiDAR and other geospatial data collected pre- and post-Hurricane Sandy” — In brief, we are seeking a qualified investigator(s) to assist and support coastal parks affected by Hurricane Sandy with geospatial data acquisition plans, and development, management and analysis of geospatial products. — Approximately $800,000 is expected to be available for this project The DEADLINE for submission of Statements of Interest and Qualifications is close-of-business, APRIL 30, 2013. This Request is posted on the home-page of the North Atlantic Coast CESU website:  http://www.ci.uri.edu/naccesu/

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CESU Funding for National Park Projects

“Submerged Marine Habitat Mapping: A Foundation for Enhancing Resilience to Climate Change and Other Stressors” — In brief, we are seeking a qualified investigator(s) to map and inventory portions of the submerged habitats associated with Fire Island National Seashore, Gateway National Recreation Area, and Assateague Island National Seashore. — Approximately $300,000 per park is expected to be available for this project “Elevation mapping of critical park areas for planning and post- and future storm evaluation and modeling purposes” — In brief, we are seeking a qualified investigator(s) to support and enhance the geospatial framework and infrastructure of the parks affected …

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GEOS talk this Thursday! Dorothy Peteet: Arctic and Subarctic Peat Bogs: Archives of Vegetation, History, and Carbon

The GEOS talk this week will be held on Thursday, April 11th at 5:30 PM at CUNY Graduate Center (Room 8304).   Prof. Dorothy Peteet from LDEO-Columbia University will give a talk on ‘‘. Please see the attached flyer for further details.   The talk will be followed by a reception.

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CFP: Green Campus Infrastructure at Vassar College

Call for Poster Abstracts Green Campus Infrastructure 9 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. May 8 Vassar College The Vassar Environmental Research Institute will be hosting a one day conference about green infrastructure on college and university campuses. This conference is an opportunity to share and discuss the challenges of and strategies for implementing green infrastructure on campuses. We will explore costs and benefits, incorporation of green infrastructure into stormwater management and landscaping plans, and creation of educational and research opportunities. Our day will open with a keynote speech by Dr. Tom Ballestero, Director of the University of New Hampshire’s Stormwater Center, …

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One Year Postdoc at University of Colgate

Colgate University’s Department of Geography seeks to appoint a one-year postdoctoral scholar in the field of Environmental Security to begin Fall semester 2013. We encourage applications from candidates whose own expertise lies at the intersection of Ecology and Security Studies, and whose research focuses on the effects of environmental insecurity on vulnerable populations. Preference will be given to candidates holding a Ph.D. in Geography, but applications from candidates in relevant Social Science fields who are capable of linking environmental dimensions of geopolitics to threatened populations will also be considered. The Postdoctoral Scholar will teach three courses, share their research work …

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Eco-Festival 2013 at Kingsborough Community College

Eco-Festival 2013 is coordinated by Dr. Christina Colón, along with Dr. Regina Alvarez and Prof. Anthony DiLernia, and is under the umbrella of the Coordinated Undergraduate Education (CUE) initiative, administered by Associate Provost Reza Fakhari April 17th,18th and 19th Wednesday april 17 Introduction and welcome by Dr. Regina Peruggi, President 10:20 – 11:20 PAC Keynote Speaker: Fabien Cousteau (Ocean Environmentalist) Plant A Tree? Plant A Fish! Through stories of ocean exploration and marine adventure, the grandson of Jacques Cousteau uses his not-for-profit Plant A Fish to empower local communities to make a difference. (Mr. Cousteau’s books will be available for …

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