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Air Pollution Specialist
This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.If you have permanent status and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position/classification at the end of this LT appointment. You will be separated from state service if you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status. During this 12-month limited-term assignment, you may be entitled to receive health, dental, and vision benefits. You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to work in the Mobile Source Control Division (MSCD) to support the design and implementation of MSCD's innovative and groundbreaking programs, including, but not limited to, regulatory and incentive programs. CARB is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in air pollution control, establishing innovative and dynamic programs to protect and improve air quality for the citizens of California. MSCD develops regulations and incentive programs to reduce emissions of smog-forming pollutants, greenhouse gases, and toxics from on-road and off-road mobile sources. The focus of the division is primarily on heavy-duty engines, vehicles, and equipment. Strategies focus on reducing emissions from the in-use fleet, and on development and commercialization of advanced and zero-emissions technologies.We are seeking a Air Pollution Specialist (APS) to to ensure that MSCD regulatory and complementary incentives programs are implemented in a coordinated manner to further CARB's mission and goals. This includes programs such as the Advanced Clean Fleets, Low NOx Omnibus, Advanced Clean Trucks, Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance, Zero-Emission Shuttle Bus, Off-Road, and Innovative Clean Transit regulations as well as future regulations. This position will collaborate with the MSCD Division Chief, Assistant Division Chiefs, branch chiefs, managers, technical staff, and other CARB divisions to provide policy and technical recommendations on regulatory program design and implementation. The position will take a lead role communicating information about MSCD policies to a variety of audiences through different media including written documents, presentations, press releases, websites, and other means. Additionally, the position will take on special projects working directly with CARB management. The position requires close interaction and teamwork with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including other CARB divisions, government agencies, policymakers, industry, environmental organizations, and the public to support CARB’s clean air goals. The APS may also represent the agency in various joint operations, speak before groups, answer inquiries, and prepare reports and correspondence. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods. Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.) Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone. Position located in a high-rise building.
4/29/2024
1:18PM
Methane Remote Sensing Community Impacts Lead
This position can be located in Sacramento or Riverside County.Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting a hardcopy application (mail/drop-off), please send an email to Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission. Do you have a background in air pollution and want to apply it towards helping California fight climate change and protect the health of its communities? California Air Resources Board's (CARB's) Research Division has an opening for an Air Pollution Specialist (APS) in the Remote Sensing & Data Analysis Section (RSDAS). This newly formed section will serve as the central hub for methane data collected from remote sensing technology in order to support a variety of CARB programs and policies. Specifically, this section will develop and maintain the technical infrastructure for managing and analyzing satellite-based observations of methane plumes in order support CARB’s goals to reduce emissions of this significant greenhouse gas and its co-pollutants. RSDAS will also be responsible for establishing effective communication mechanisms in order to mitigate methane emissions, provide data and results to various stakeholders, and support collaborative efforts to protect the health and wellbeing of California’s most vulnerable communities.The incumbent will provide scientific expertise and improve transparency in support of the agency’s adoption of satellite data for the purposes of identifying and mitigating emissions of methane and other co-emitted air pollutants. This position will work in the team developing and maintaining CARB’s satellite methane data management infrastructure to ensure the program provides the best available information about sources of methane plumes and the significance of these emissions on nearby communities. The APS will also represent CARB’s satellite methane program through active participating in CARB’s community outreach and engagement efforts and research planning. Specific contributions to this effort will include coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to develop metrics to qualify the potential significance of methane and related air pollutants associated with plumes detected in the vicinity of human populations. The selected candidate will also provide recommendations, based on feedback received from ongoing and iterative discussions with community groups and other state and local agencies, for developing a process to notify and inform the public and communities if there is a high priority plume.The incumbent will compile geospatial datasets and utilize GIS tools in order to ensure CARB and its stakeholders have the most up-to-date understanding of the sources of methane emissions and their proximity to human populations. The APS will also coordinate across relevant divisions and agencies to investigate and catalog the latest information about the composition of volatile organic compounds including toxic air contaminants emitted alongside methane. Both geospatial data sources and communication of safety and potential co-pollutant health impacts should be representative and relevant to the priorities and concerns expressed by community members and other stakeholders during outreach discussions. This position will also work with other members of the RSDAS team to integrate the data, parameters, and calculations necessary to identify and characterize sources, receptors, and potential impacts based on proximity and plume composition into the data management system and processing pipeline.Effective collaboration will be a core responsibility of the position in order to understand the data needs of diverse range of internal and external users and make this data available to these stakeholders in an organized and understandable manner. This includes creating and adapting data visualization tools and summaries based on feedback and recommendations received through regular interactive coordination with these stakeholders. The successful candidate must also be able to distill results and conclusions into clear, concise presentations and reports tailored to various audiences. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.Position located in a high-rise building.Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.). Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
4/29/2024
12:14PM
Museum Technician (History)
Museum Technician (History) Apply online: USAJOBS - Job AnnouncementThis position is located at Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, in the Northeast Region, Cultural Resources Division.DutiesThe purpose of the position is to perform a full range of complex curatorial support work in a museum. Work may involve substantial element of the work of the professional field but requires less than full knowledge of the field involved.Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:Serves as team member, and at times a team leader, on curatorial projects such as the elimination of cataloging backlogs; organization of photograph and archival collections; production of finding aids and location guides; photo documentation of collections; and the reorganization of storage areas.Recommends appropriate methodology and procedures to accomplish projects.Instructs others in appropriate techniques and procedures.Monitors day-to-day work on projects.Prepares progress reports for the supervisor.Identifies, independently sorts, and classifies objects that are similar to previously identified objects.Catalogs museum objects and enters cataloging data into the designated National Park Service catalog program.Maintains museum records, including accession, catalog, and loan records, in accordance with National Park Service standards.Completes the accession of new objects and insures that required paperwork and files are complete.Updates standard operating accession procedures as needed and instructs other staff and volunteers in their use.Conducts or assists others to conduct the annual inventory of museum collections and contributes as required to the annual Collections Management Report.USAJOBS - Job Announcement
4/29/2024
11:59AM
Staff Air Pollution Specialist
Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting a hardcopy application (mail/drop-off), please send an email to Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission.The Climate Change Mitigation and Emissions Research Section (CCMER) in the Research Division develops and conducts policy-relevant extramural and in-house research to advance science and to support mobile source programs and policies. Section research efforts are to understand in-use fleet emissions and energy use characteristics to achieve further NOx reductions from heavy-duty trucks and off-road equipment, investigate the effect of various regulatory options using laboratory, portable emissions measurement system (PEMS), remote-sensing, and engine and activity data-logging technologies, investigate potentials of low-carbon transportation technologies in implementing and developing emissions and greenhouse gas reduction programs and policies, characterize emission and socioeconomic benefits of low-carbon fuel and transportation technologies, and understand non-exhaust emissions such as brake-, tire-, and wheel-wear emissions. The Section is also responsible for programs to reduce emissions of high global warming potential greenhouse gases from motor vehicle air conditioners (MVAC) and transportation refrigeration units. The Section conducts large dataset and database-driven technical analyses, provides expert opinions to decision-makers, networks with internal, national, and international stakeholders, and publishes research findings.Working independently under direction of Air Resources supervisor I (ARS I) in the Climate Change Mitigation and Emissions Research Section, the incumbent is responsible for leading large data- and innovative scientific principal-driven research programs and writing clear and concise summaries and technical papers (e.g., memos, letters, white papers, research idea synopsis, data analysis plans, journal articles, conference and meeting presentations, and others) in order to provide information of mobile source emissions and climate impact for audiences with varying levels of expertise. The incumbent is expected to contribute significantly to the Section's scientific and technical foundation and to the division's management.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.Position located in a high-rise building.Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).
4/29/2024
11:58AM
Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist
Apply online: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/788950400Geographic Information System (GIS) SpecialistJemez Springs, NMDutiesMajor duties include but is not limited to:Manage the geospatial data of Valles Caldera National Preserve and Bandelier National Monument.Analyze geospatial data in support of management and program needs of two parks.Produce geospatial products that supports operations at two parks and across the continuous ecosystem between the two parks.Collect geospatial data in the field to improve the parks' geospatial data.Collaborate with park employees on projects that require geospatial data.Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.See vacancy posting for full requirements. USAJOBS - Job Announcement
4/29/2024
11:45AM
Design Engineer for High Performance Computing - Entry to Experienced Level (Maryland)
ResponsibilitiesWith the ever-increasing technological complexities in the world of supercomputers, we need talented computer and electrical engineers to be part of our team architecting, designing and verifying the next generation of high performance computing solutions (HPCS) that will support of our mission. Our goal is to provide supercomputers of the highest quality to ensure the success of the NSA and its partners. The areas of responsibility may include one or more of the following: - Accelerating application performance using Register Transfer Level (RTL) design - Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) firmware development and integration - RTL design closure using logic simulation, functional verification, synthesis, and timing analysis - Printed Circuit Board (PCB) logic design, simulation and test - PCB layout - Signal Integrity / Power Integrity - Commercial systems acquisition and contracting - Create and maintain documentation on technical information - Operate specialized scientific and technical equipment - Attend conferences and communicate with people in a particular technical field to keep abreast of new technologies and information - Conduct research including studies, experiments, and investigations - Research emerging technologies for application(s) within the Agency - Serve as a subject matter expert to support research and development efforts - Work with customers to clarify their needs and to determine how their needs can be met - Modeling and simulation to evaluate design alternativesJob SummaryAs an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create the systems and tools that will be used to enhance the operation of intelligence. You will advise, administer and perform scientific projects, such as planning, designing, and constructing specialized equipment, and ensuring adherence to sound engineering and scientific standards and principles. The NSA offers multiple areas of focus for facilities engineers, including computer, architectural, electrical, mechanical, and structural. In addition, we are seeking skills that include computer design, microelectronics, radio frequency design, and systems engineering. Apply your science and engineering skills to protect the nation.QualificationsThe qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Degree must be in professional Engineering, Physics or Astronomy from an accredited college or university, or a relevant professional technical field (e.g. chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology). For all of the above degrees, if program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework.* *Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i), computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics. ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL With an Engineering degree, entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. With a degree in either (1) Physics or Astronomy from an accredited college or university or (2) a relevant professional technical field (for example, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience. FULL PERFORMANCE With a degree in Engineering, entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. With a degree in either (1) Physics or Astronomy from an accredited college or university or (2) a relevant professional technical field (for example, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's or Doctoral degree plus 1 year of relevant experience. SENIOR Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.CompetenciesThe ideal candidate is someone with excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills who is: - Motivated - Creative - Able to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment - Well-organized and able to handle multiple assignments - Customer service and requirements focused - Detail oriented Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following is desired: - Concepts, theories, and methods for designing, analyzing, testing, and verifying large scale computational and data storage systems - Translate conceptual designs into technical specifications - Designing digital logic (e.g., FPGAs, ASICs) - Experience using Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools - Unified Verification Methodology (UVM) - Applying engineering principles to design and layout PCBs - Firmware development for configuring and controlling hardware devices - Evaluate information in technical documents to understand its importance and significance - Operate specialized scientific and technical equipment - Applied Cryptography and Mathematics - Programming Languages (C, C++, OpenCL, Perl, Python, TCL) - Hardware description languages (VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog) - Computer System Architecture and Design - Computer Networks and Security - CPU and GPU processor architectures - Memory, interconnect, and storage architectures
4/29/2024
11:14AM
Sequim WDTS RENEW Pathway Summer School - Undergrad (8407)
OverviewPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is hosting a Pathway Summer School for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science Reaching a New Energy Sciences Workforce (RENEW) initiative sponsored by the Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS). The WDTS RENEW Pathway Summer Schools aim to diversify the STEM pathway via hands-on learning opportunities at DOE national laboratories for students currently experiencing barriers to enter the STEM pathways. Examples of barriers include aspects of resource and necessity limitations, transportation, and cultural limitations. The WDTS RENEW Pathway Summer School at PNNL will create a regional STEM learning hub focused on critical needs (1) to engage and retain students in STEM studies; and (2) to prepare them for WDTS internships and other pathways that lead to diversifying the future energy sciences workforce.Our PNNL Office of STEM Education (OSE) is seeking undergraduate students who are interested in STEM studies or careers to participate in a 5-week active learning experience this summer at the Richland and Sequim campuses. Students of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.ResponsibilitiesLed by OSE and guided by a diverse summer school team of mentors, including experienced researchers trained in STEM education, summer school students willPrepare for WDTS internships and STEM studies,Learn about PNNL’s capabilities in wind, marine, and hydropower,Explore how summer school themes relate to their culture, communities, and developing STEM identities, andDevelop a professional portfolio.****HOW TO APPLY****To have a complete application package, the (2) listed items below are required and must be uploaded correctly per the steps below for consideration:Step 1: Upload Resume or CV in “Resume” section only (note: If applying to multiple positions, the resume uploaded will be the resume used for all positions an applicant applies towards)Step 2: Upload a Cover Letter separately in "Additional Documents" section of the application. Please name the file of the Cover Letter "RENEW-SEQUIM Summer 2024 Cover Letter". Cover letters should include a brief statement of interest in the RENEW Pathway Summer School: Sequim and reference relevant college courses, as applicable.If any of the components (resume and cover letter) are not uploaded per the instructions above, applications will be rejected and will no longer be considered. Electronic applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. (PST) on the posting close date.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:U.S. Citizenship.Applicants must be 18 years of age by start date.Applicants must be able to work 32 hours a week.Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.Applicants must be early undergraduate students (freshmen or sophomores) from either 2- or 4-year colleges and universities.Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 for all courses in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines.Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrates interest in STEM Studies.Demonstrates interest in community issues related to renewable energy and technology.Relevant coursework desired: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science.Demonstrates interest in STEM communication.Demonstrates interest in DOE WDTS internships.Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot applicable. Additional InformationPacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements.Testing Designated PositionThis is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.HSPD-12 PIV Credential RequirementIn accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.Rockstar RewardsRegular Hourly:Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance. 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4/26/2024
5:30PM
Biological Science Laboratory Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Service is currently recruiting for a Biological Science Laboratory Technician at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Northeast Area (NEA), National Cold Water Marine Aquaculture Center located in Orono, ME.Duties: Responsibilities include assisting with routine laboratory maintenance, supporting biological experiments and data collection, and participating in the documentation and analysis of research findings. Experience: Based on grade level, one year of specialized experience which is directly related to the work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicants with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.OREducation: Based on grade level, successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled. Or, one full year of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position. Related degrees include Agronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Plant Science, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Agricultural Systems Management or Agricultural Science.ORA combination of education and experience as described above. To apply for the position, go to USAJOBS. For more information on available career or internship opportunities, email ARSTalentNetwork@usda.gov.
4/26/2024
12:30PM
Scientific Aid (JC-409043) 05/09/24
To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search 409043 to locate the job posting and apply.Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=409043Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 05/09/2024. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.Please note: this position is paid on an hourly basis and limited to 1500 hours per calendar year. The salary range for Scientific Aid is $17.21 - $20.43 per hour. Want to protect the ocean, wetlands, and other aquatic resources in sunny San Diego? Join the San Diego Water Board’s Wetland and Riparian Protection Unit (WRPU). The San Diego Water Board’s has an opening for a Scientific Aid in the Wetland and Riparian Protection Unit (WRPU). The position is located at 2375 Northside Drive, Suite 100, San Diego.Under the direct supervision of the supervisor of the WRPU, the Scientific Aid will assist in supporting the unit staff with receiving, tracking, inventorying, and reviewing dredge and/or fill application, self-monitoring reports, and other technical report submittals for the dredge and fill program. Job duties will include assisting in the assessment of compliance with permit requirements, enforcement orders, and federal and state water quality laws policies and regulations.Duties:Under the direct supervision of Senior Water Resource Control Engineer and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the State and Regional Board’s Strategic Plan, the incumbent is expected to be courteous and provide timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and to solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments. The Scientific Aid will assist in supporting the Wetland and Riparian Protection Unit staff with receiving, tracking, inventorying, and reviewing dredge and/or fill application, self-monitoring reports, and other technical report submittals for the dredge and fill program.Additional information:Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Please let us know how you heard about this job by completing this survey: https://forms.office.com/g/eR5w18jw3sJob Type: Part Time$17.21 - $20.43 per hourThe Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.
4/26/2024
10:27AM
Environmental Specialist Job ID 76162
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.Job SummaryThis position is in the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) Unit at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support for the SSTS Program from the Rochester Regional Office for the counties assigned to the area. This position supports the program by implementing the SSTS compliance and enforcement, technical assistance, and training objectives in accordance with the program work plan. This position will focus on compliance and enforcement and technical assistance of the SSTS program. This position will conduct inspections and investigate and follow-up on complaints; appropriate enforcement actions will be initiated in accordance with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP). The position also provides technical assistance and training to assigned counties, other local units of government, SSTS professionals, and other groups as appropriate and indicated in this plan. The functions of this position include: coordinating with local governmental staff, maintainers, and service providers on SSTS program implementation and enforcement issues; follow-up on complaints regarding license issues and completing inspections on individuals working in the areas of designing, installing, maintaining, and inspecting SSTS; documenting and communicating inspection findings as appropriate for the administration of the SSTS program and initiating appropriate enforcement actions to resolve violation situations; providing technical assistance to LGUs, SSTS professionals, and other appropriate groups; support U of M and other training according to the developed work plan.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsEnvironmental Specialist 1Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Conservation, Biology, Chemistry or related science field ORTwo (2) years of professional environmental protection experience. **Environmental Specialist 2Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Conservation, Biology, Chemistry or related science field AND one year of professional environmental protection experience ORThree (3) years of professional environmental protection experience. ****ANDEffective communication, writing, computer, and problem-solving skills.The ability to communicate complex issues to general audiences.Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of the principals and practice of hydrology, chemistry, biology, and environmental science relative to septic systems.Knowledge of public health principals to minimize impacts from septic systems.Knowledge of the MPCA subsurface sewage treatment system rules and regulations regarding installation, inspection, design, and maintenance.Ability to take direction, follow standard operating procedures, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments, and work effectively independently and on teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.Ability to be an active listener, be open to ideas and opinions, and to identify differences and resolve conflicts.Physical RequirementsAbility to traverse land application sites for maintainer inspections.Statewide travel sitting in a car for extended periods of time to attend meetings, occasional lifting of boxes of files or educational materials, occasional visits to construction sites with rough terrain, and overnight travel.Additional RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of the following:A driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory driver's license record check. Requires a Class D driver's license: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.About Pollution Control Agency Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
4/26/2024
10:16AM
Watershed Project Administration - Job ID 76160
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.Job SummaryThis position exists to provide project development, project management, and technical and programmatic support to Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategies (WRAPS) and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) projects, Section 319 Watershed grants, Clean Water Partnership (CWP) loans, Flood Damage Reduction (FDR) projects, and other special projects to protect and/or improve water quality in the Red River Basin. The ultimate purpose of these projects is to improve and/or protect water quality through the restoration of impaired waters and/or the protection of unimpaired waters.The position is also responsible to ensure MPCA data, information, and strategies are integrated into One Watershed, One Plan (1W1P) planning efforts and updates, as well as regulatory and assistance programs carried out by state agencies.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Biology, Hydrology, Natural Resources, Limnology, Chemistry, Water Resources, or other similar ecological or environmental sciences, ANDTwo years of advanced professional-level environmental protection or pollution control experience which includes working knowledge of water resource concerns, hydrology and understanding of water pollution control science and technology (e.g., advanced professional level experience is equivalent to Senior Environmental Specialist/Environmental Specialist 3 level work.)Ability to coordinate and lead a group or groups of watershed stakeholders (including state agency staff, soil and water conservation districts, watershed districts, counties, local resource professionals, and citizens) with diverse memberships and occasional conflicting priorities.Good communication skills, interpersonal skills, collaboration skills, and planning/organization skills sufficient to independently perform senior-level professional work.Advanced technical writing and administrative skills.Advanced knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel.Possess a valid Driver’s license (see additional requirements).The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of watershed management principles and practices, limnology, hydrology, stream ecology, and contaminant transport principles, particularly in the context of Northwest Minnesota. This natural science knowledge must be balanced with an understanding of social, political, and economic considerations.Demonstrated ability to independently complete projects and deliverables pertaining to water quality restoration and protection. Knowledge of water quality standards and designated uses to be able to sufficiently explain to stakeholders and to develop projects that will return water quality to standards and designated uses.Experience and or knowledge of contracting and grants/loans policies and procedures, and budgeting, sufficient to follow and keep accurate records.Project management experience especially that pertaining to watershed management projects (WRAPS, TMDL, CWP loans, and 319 grants).Proficient in Graphic Information System (GIS) software manipulation and editing.Familiarity with water quality models and the application of their outputs in watershed management.Experience and training related to Tribal – State Relations.Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and step over obstacles in uneven terrain. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders and boxes, tools, or heavier materials with help from others and/or moving light objects frequently. A job in this category may require maintaining a stationary position to a significant degree or may involve a certain amount of moving necessary in carrying out job duties.Additional RequirementsA driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory DLR check.Requires a Class D Driver's License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.About Pollution Control Agency Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
4/26/2024
9:43AM
Post Doctorate RA - Modeling and Simulations of Crystal Growth Mechanisms (9074)
OverviewThe Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate (PCSD) researchers lead major R&D efforts in experimental and theoretical interfacial chemistry, chemical analysis, high energy physics, interfacial catalysis, multifunctional materials, and integrated high-performance and data-intensive computing.PCSD is PNNL’s primary steward for research supported by the Department of Energy’s Offices of Basic Energy Sciences, Advanced Scientific Computing Research, and Nuclear Physics, all within the Department of Energy's Office of Science.Additionally, Directorate staff perform research and development for private industry and other government agencies, such as the Department of Defense and NASA. The Directorate's researchers are members of interdisciplinary teams tackling challenges of national importance that cut across all missions of the Department of Energy.ResponsibilitiesThe Pacific Northwest National Laboratory seeks to attract a highly motivated Post Doctorate RA to conduct computational and theoretical research on crystal growth via particle assembly and attachment, specifically regarding liquid-solid interfacial structures and interfacial interaction of reactive interfaces and crystal surfaces. Research goals are to understand the interfacial interactions of crystal surfaces with environment and determine their growth mechanisms and to reveal the controls of material formation. PNNL has several fundamental research programs focused on materials synthesis and processing and condensed phase interfacial molecular sciences. Successful candidate will be expected to team with other computational and experimental scientist to address problems pertinent to the science of complex interfaces, such as adsorption and interfacial structuring, and resulting particle interactions.Conduct simulations, theories, and data analysis to investigate the assembly of nanoparticle, hybrid and macromolecular systems using molecular dynamics and density functional theory.Work independently, take initiative, and work on team assignments.Lead and contribute to manuscript development.Interact, communicate, and develop experimental plans with a diverse team of scientists.Present research at group discussions, technical conferences, and project review meetings.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.Preferred Qualifications:Ph.D. in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Computational Physics or a related field.Demonstrated competency and track record in statistical mechanics theory and applications of techniques including novel analysis.Proficiency and in-depth understanding in molecular dynamics simulations applied to the condensed phase, especially related to particle-based simulations.Proficiency in programming/scripting skills.Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.Proficiency in written and verbal communication.Independence and initiative.Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot applicableAdditional InformationNot applicableAbout PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. HSPD-12 PIV Credential RequirementIn accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.Rockstar RewardsEmployees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.* Research Associates excluded.**Once eligibility requirements are met.Click Here For Rockstar Rewards
4/25/2024
4:25PM
Engineer I (Glen Allen, VA)
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position. Job SummaryEntry or developmental level position providing engineering support in designated company area, or specific engineering discipline. Performs engineering calculations, analysis, research and design. Under direction of supervisor or work leader, performs routine assignments designed to develop professional engineering work knowledge, gain familiarity with techniques, approaches, practices and the nature of engineering systems, equipment, etc. and to develop the ability to apply fundamental engineering principles and techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out sequence of related engineering tasks. Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & ExperienceThe knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:0-2+ years of engineering experience;Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals and theory;Oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing);Effective decision making skills;Computer skills and application of software programs;Analytical and abstract thinking skills;Problem solving skills;Ability to learn to apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems;Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices;Ability to develop effective planning, project and organization skills;Ability to develop project management skills and to handle multiple tasks;Ability to work within a team environment.REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA: For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met: Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program based on the year that the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own Engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or Possess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, orHolds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.Education RequirementsRequired degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):BachelorRequired discipline(s): EngineeringLicenses, Certifications, or Quals DescriptionWorking ConditionsCold Up to 25%Energized Wires Up to 25%Heat Up to 25%Loud Noise Up to 25%Office Work Environment 76 -100%Operating Machinery Up to 25%Radiation Up to 25%Travel Up to 25%Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%
4/25/2024
10:44AM
Research Associate, Children's Research Institute
Research Associate, Children’s Research InstituteWhy UT Southwestern Medical Center?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. At UT Southwestern, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you’ve made to our country. We’re proud to support your next mission. Ranked by Forbes as one of the Top 10 National Employers, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.Children’s Research Institute The Children’s Medical Center Research Institute at UT Southwestern (CRI) is addressing fundamental scientific questions related to the biological basis of disease. Through transformative biomedical research, we seek breakthroughs that change scientific fields and yield new strategies for treating disease.Job SummaryThe Metabolomics Facility in Children's Research Institute at UT Southwestern is seeking a masters-level analytical chemist with 1-2 years experience in mass spectrometry, or a bachelor-level chemist with 2-3 year experience in mass spectrometry. Job responsibilities include data analysis, sample preparation, and method development. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain and improve day-to-day operations of the Metabolomics Facility to ensure high through-put, efficiency, and quality mass spectrometry data. Tasks could include, but are not limited to data quality review, instrument quality control review, data storage and organization, sample batch submission, training collaborators on mass spectrometry software, and data review with collaborators.Experience and Education Master’s degree with major coursework in field of assignment and three (3) years of laboratory experience including at least two years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent. orBachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and four (4) years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent.Job DutiesRecommends and/or initiates new or modified procedures and techniques based upon latest developments in assigned field or analysis of research data.Performs computer programming for accumulation and analysis of research data.Designs, constructs, repairs, or modifies electronic and/or mechanical equipment or apparatus used in experiments and research projects.Instructs medical students, graduate students, residents, or other laboratory personnel of lower grade with respect to techniques, procedures, and equipment utilized in research or experiments.Assists principal investigator and other professional personnel in writing reports and papers for publication.May provide working supervision to employees of lower grade engaged in performance of variety of difficult and complex laboratory work tasks.Performs other duties as assigned.To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion
4/25/2024
9:46AM
Human Health Toxicologist/Exposure Scientist - Job ID 75782
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.Job SummaryThis position provides toxicology and human health risk assessment expertise to MPCA programs. The primary role is to conceive, design, and implement research to understand the types of human health problems that may be caused by pollutants in the environment, including pollutant toxicity, routes of exposure and exposure parameters, and population susceptibility, and to develop and advise on the use of values that set a safe level for pollutants. The position will lead the development of water quality standards associated with the protection of recreation, fish consumption and sources of water used for domestic consumption, as part of the MPCA’s Clean Water Act authorities. The position will also lead the development of risk-based values across multiple environmental media that other MPCA programs use to implement their regulatory and environmental authorities.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsA Master of Science degree (with at least three years of experience) in environmental health, toxicology, or related natural sciences, or a closely related field, with significant coursework in risk assessment, statistics, chemistry, and environmental policy or other related coursework. A PhD in a related field would count toward 1 year of experience.Knowledge of scientific, experimental and research techniques sufficient to understand, design and conduct comprehensive and sophisticated scientific research.Ability to manage and conduct statistical analyses of large data sets.Experience in applying the principles of risk assessment for the evaluation of impacts as well as to develop achievable recommendations and resolutions to identified issues.Candidates must have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others across environmental programs and research activities.The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Preferred QualificationsExtensive experience in the analysis of environmental and human health data involving the use of sophisticated biological, chemical, statistical, and physical principles.Planning, executing, evaluating, and reporting on controlled experimental research in the environmental sciences.Advanced project management and organizational skills including establishing and fulfilling work plans, timelines, budgets and spending plans, and reporting schedules.Well-developed leadership and human relations skills for effective coordination of multi-dimensional projects with other staff, management, and external partners.Demonstrated ability to effectively work in teams with others, the ability to model and elicit timely cooperation, and the ability to manage conflicts professionally and constructively toward successful project conclusions.A basic understanding of the roles of various governmental branches at the state and federal levels so the incumbent may effectively contribute to policy development. These include the federal and state laws, federal and state executive branches, federal and state legislatures and the federal and state judicial systems.A thorough understanding of the Clean Water Act and associated federal regulations, particularly those related to water quality standards.Experience with developing water quality standards to protect human health related to fish consumption and water ingestion.Physical RequirementsRequires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such as articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.Additional RequirementsPosition duties may require travel but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver’s license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.About Pollution Control AgencyOur mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
4/25/2024
8:38AM
Research Assistant II
Research Assistant II, CMMCR CLIA Laboratory Why join Center for Mineral Metabolism? The mission of the Division of Mineral Metabolism at UT Southwestern is to advance medical knowledge of the causes and treatments of diseases of mineral metabolism through discovery, to instruct and educate health care personnel and scientists in research and clinical practice, and to provide excellence in clinical care of patients with such diseases. Under the direction of Dr. Orson Moe, the Division of Mineral Metabolism focuses on the abnormal levels of minerals –either too much or too little– in the blood.Job Summary We are seeking an individual with excellent critical thinking skills to join the Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research Department. This position will work in our CLIA-certified laboratory and will process and analyze urine and blood samples for clinical diagnostic and research efforts of the Center. The Mineral Metabolism CLIA laboratory is staffed by seven members who work together as a tightly knit team.This position is responsible for running urine tests in our CLIA-certified laboratory for clinical patients and research studies. A thorough knowledge of chemistry and chemical reactions to troubleshoot equipment and assays is needed. This person will be expected to run assays for 14 urine analytes in our stone risk profile as well as learn to perform ad hoc assays on urine and serum tests as they pertain to mineral metabolism. He or she will also be expected to perform crystallization studies on urine samples.Other duties will include assisting in receipt and accessioning of samples received from various diagnostic clinics and other research labs; assisting in reporting results in patient medical records via EPIC to diagnostic clinics; and performing specialized procedures for clinical research projects and reporting results to Supervisor and Principal Investigators.Additionally, the desired candidate will have a strong background in Chemistry, as well as lab experience, especially in performing ELISA assays or using diagnostic equipment. Experience with Elisa test methods, immunoextraction and liquid chromatography is preferred. This position also requires strong computer skills and great attention to detail.Experience and Education Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and two (2) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. and five (5) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Job Duties Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other special designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.Assembles and analyzes research data. Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures and reviewing work in process and upon completion.Performs other duties as assigned.To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inhttps://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusionclusionInternal Description Description - InternalResearch Assistant II, CMMCR CLIA Laboratory Why join Center for Mineral Metabolism? The mission of the Division of Mineral Metabolism at UT Southwestern is to advance medical knowledge of the causes and treatments of diseases of mineral metabolism through discovery, to instruct and educate health care personnel and scientists in research and clinical practice, and to provide excellence in clinical care of patients with such diseases. Under the direction of Dr. Orson Moe, the Division of Mineral Metabolism focuses on the abnormal levels of minerals –either too much or too little– in the blood.Job Summary We are seeking an individual with excellent critical thinking skills to join the Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research Department. This position will work in our CLIA-certified laboratory and will process and analyze urine and blood samples for clinical diagnostic and research efforts of the Center. The Mineral Metabolism CLIA laboratory is staffed by seven members who work together as a tightly knit team.This position is responsible for running urine tests in our CLIA-certified laboratory for clinical patients and research studies. A thorough knowledge of chemistry and chemical reactions to troubleshoot equipment and assays is needed. This person will be expected to run assays for 14 urine analytes in our stone risk profile as well as learn to perform ad hoc assays on urine and serum tests as they pertain to mineral metabolism. He or she will also be expected to perform crystallization studies on urine samples.Other duties will include assisting in receipt and accessioning of samples received from various diagnostic clinics and other research labs; assisting in reporting results in patient medical records via EPIC to diagnostic clinics; and performing specialized procedures for clinical research projects and reporting results to Supervisor and Principal Investigators.Additionally, the desired candidate will have a strong background in Chemistry, as well as lab experience, especially in performing ELISA assays or using diagnostic equipment. Experience with Elisa test methods, immunoextraction and liquid chromatography is preferred. This position also requires strong computer skills and great attention to detail.Experience and Education Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and two (2) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. and five (5) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.Job Duties Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other special designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.Assembles and analyzes research data. Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures and reviewing work in process and upon completion.Performs other duties as assigned.To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inhttps://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusionclusion
4/25/2024
8:30AM
Environmental Scientist (JC-427761)
Environmental Construction Liaison Environmental Scientist Job Control: JC-427761Classification: Environmental Scientist Annual Salary: $49,740.00 - $95,112.00Apply by: 5/8/2024All applications must be submitted through the external link on Calcareers. "At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career." About the Position: Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), the Environmental Construction Liaison, assists Construction, Design and Environmental in meeting environmental commitments identified in NEPA/CEQA documents and regulatory permits. The incumbent is an interdisciplinary team member who will be responsible for preparing complex evaluations of construction sites and reviewing complex documents, technical studies, and analytical reports to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and numerous state and federal environmental resource laws and regulations. Duties would also include the review of these commitments in the draft project Plans, Specifications and Estimates documentation and ensure compliance of environmental commitments during construction. The incumbent provides consultation recommendations; gathers and compiles data from multi-disciplinary environmental branches; identifies and analyzes the environmental impacts of ongoing construction work sites on environmental resources and formulates, calculates and quantifies measures to mitigate biological, cultural, and community and land use impacts during construction. The incumbent must establish and maintain a professional working relationship with internal and external partners, various local partners and interested parties involved with Caltrans projects. The incumbent must be solution oriented and will need to investigate innovative solutions to complex problems to meet environmental commitments. The incumbent must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the transportation project development process from project scoping through construction. This position requires strong oral, analytical, and written skills with the specific ability to prepare technical field reports as well as written and verbal correspondence. This position will require frequent site visits, sometimes to remote areas, which may require driving a personal or state vehicle on public roadways or on uneven terrain. Occasional travel and overnight stays will be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating state owned or leased vehicles. *See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting. For questions, please click “Apply Externally” and see the contact info on our website.
4/24/2024
3:07PM
Environmental Scientist (JC- 427756)
Environmental Construction Liaison Environmental Scientist Job Control: JC-427756Classification: Environmental Scientist Annual Salary: $49,740.00 - $95,112.00Apply by: 5/7/2024All applications must be submitted through the external link on Calcareers. "At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career." About the Position: Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), the Environmental Construction Liaison, assists Construction, Design and Environmental in meeting environmental commitments identified in NEPA/CEQA documents and regulatory permits. The incumbent is an interdisciplinary team member who will be responsible for preparing complex evaluations of construction sites and reviewing complex documents, technical studies, and analytical reports to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and numerous state and federal environmental resource laws and regulations. Duties would also include the review of these commitments in the draft project Plans, Specifications and Estimates documentation and ensure compliance of environmental commitments during construction. The incumbent provides consultation recommendations; gathers and compiles data from multi-disciplinary environmental branches; identifies and analyzes the environmental impacts of ongoing construction work sites on environmental resources and formulates, calculates and quantifies measures to mitigate biological, cultural, and community and land use impacts during construction. The incumbent must establish and maintain a professional working relationship with internal and external partners, various local partners and interested parties involved with Caltrans projects. The incumbent must be solution oriented and will need to investigate innovative solutions to complex problems to meet environmental commitments. The incumbent must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the transportation project development process from project scoping through construction. This position requires strong oral, analytical, and written skills with the specific ability to prepare technical field reports as well as written and verbal correspondence. This position will require frequent site visits, sometimes to remote areas, which may require driving a personal or state vehicle on public roadways or on uneven terrain. Occasional travel and overnight stays will be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating state owned or leased vehicles. *See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting. For questions, please click “Apply Externally” and see the contact info on our website.
4/24/2024
1:38PM
Environmental Scientist (JC-428421) 5/7/24
To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search 428421 to locate the job posting and apply.Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=428421Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 05/7/2024. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position. The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Water Quality has an opening for an Environmental Scientist in the Watershed & Wetlands Section. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 15th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations, other public transportation, restaurants and more.Duties:Under the close supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist, the incumbent is expected to use scientific practices and technical skills and knowledge to develop and implement the statewide Water Quality Certification Program. This Program regulates discharges of dredged and fill material into state waters, and has primary responsibility to protect all state waters, including wetlands, riparian areas and headwaters from these impacts. The Program emphasizes a watershed approach in analyzing and regulating projects, which typically involve dredged or fill impacts directly and indirectly affecting hydrology, surface and groundwater quality and related beneficial uses of water.The incumbent will: prepare Clean Water Act (CWA) section 401 Water Quality Certifications and Waste Discharge Requirements for multi-region projects; monitor and enforce project compliance; develop and implement Program regulations; comment on or prepare California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents for multi-region projects; assist in project information tracking and record keeping; provide technical and administrative support to Regional Water Quality Control Board staff; and coordinate with federal, state, tribes, local agencies and other interested parties or stakeholders. The incumbent will additionally assist in Program development by analyzing and commenting on proposed legislation, writing technical papers as directed, developing policy related to statewide wetland and riparian area protection, assisting in public meetings, responding to public comments, and developing presentations and briefings.Additional information:Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: https://forms.office.com/g/eR5w18jw3sJob Type: Full-timeSalary: $4,145 - $7,926 / monthThe Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.
4/24/2024
12:59PM
Trainee-Forensic Scientist 1 or Forensic Scientist 2 (Firearms and Toolmarks Unit)
This position is telework eligible upon completion of training up to two (2) days per week. This announcement will be used to fill one vacant position at either the Trainee-Forensic Scientist 1 or Forensic Scientist 2 level in the Firearms and Toolmarks Unit of the Impressions and Materials Section of the BCA Forensic Science Services in St. Paul, Minnesota.This posting will result in hiring into the following job classifications. The classification level of the position is based on the selected applicant’s qualifications and responses to the interview questions.• Trainee - Forensic Scientist 1, salary $23.94 hourly• Forensic Scientist 2, salary range $32.71-$48.51/hourly: $68,298-$101,289/annuallyThis full-time position will provide evaluation, examination, analysis, and data interpretation for evidence collected from criminal investigations to inform and support the criminal justice system. These activities will be conducted within the firearms and toolmarks discipline which is part of the Impressions and Materials Section of the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Forensic Science Services. They include the use of a variety of techniques to visualize, evaluate and compare latent prints on items of evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies as well as the utilization of applicable databases. These activities will be conducted in adherence to the agency policies and procedures in a manner that embodies the mission, vision, and values of the MN BCA. This position will also participate in the training, evaluation, continuing education, and quality assurance activities needed for the delivery of accurate and reliable results to agency stakeholders, including expert witness testimony. Following successful completion of the necessary training programs and establishment within the firearms and toolmarks discipline, this position may be eligible to participate in the crime scene processing training series for inclusion in the Crime Scene Response Program. Additional information for the Trainee – Forensic Scientist 1 classification: The duration of the training program will not exceed one year with a set salary of $23.94/hr. Professional level experience in a laboratory or advanced level degrees may lessen the length of this time period, but satisfactory performance will govern when the trainee is appointed as a Forensic Scientist 1. Training will be in the firearms and toolmarks discipline of the MN BCA Forensic Science Services and persons hired as a Forensic Scientist Trainee will typically be trained in topics including but not limited to:1. Foundation and application of forensic procedures pertinent to the forensic discipline in which the trainee is employed2. Data analysis and interpretation3. Courtroom testimony4. Quality assurance as it pertains to forensic science5. Chain of custody, evidence handling, examination, and documentation6. Criminal court procedures and practices with special reference to rules of evidence.Trainees will work with experienced scientists within the applicable section and throughout the BCA FSS during the training program. Upon successful performance at the Trainee-Forensic Scientist 1 classification (maximum of one year) the employee will be appointed to the position of Forensic Scientist 1 and compensated within the salary range of $28.50-$41.93/hourly: $59,508-$87,550/annually. There will be a six-month probationary period.Qualifications Minimum QualificationsTrainee - Forensic Scientist 11. A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a physical or life science such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science or equivalent. Current students who are within six (6) months of graduating with a bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply. Contingent offers may be made upon successful completion of degree.2. Excellent oral and written communication skills.3. Ability to work with a diverse clientele.NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S) ALONG WITH THEIR RESUME. YOU CAN ATTACH A RESUME AND A SECOND ATTACHMENT WITH YOUR TRANSCRIPTS AS A COVER LETTER OR COMBINE THE DOCUMENTS AS A SINGLE ATTACHMENT. PLEASE UPLOAD IN THE COVER LETTER SECTION OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN EITHER PDF OR DOCX FORMAT.Forensic Scientist 21. A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a physical or life science such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science or equivalent. Current students who are within six (6) months of graduating with a bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply. Contingent offers may be made upon successful completion of degree.2. Two years full-time professional level experience as a Firearm and Toolmark Examiner in a forensic laboratory.3. Experience testifying in a court of law as an expert witness in forensic firearms and toolmarks analysis.4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.5. Ability to work with a diverse clientele.NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S) ALONG WITH THEIR RESUME. YOU CAN ATTACH A RESUME AND A SECOND ATTACHMENT WITH YOUR TRANSCRIPTS AS A COVER LETTER OR COMBINE THE DOCUMENTS AS A SINGLE ATTACHMENT. PLEASE UPLOAD IN THE COVER LETTER SECTION OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN EITHER PDF OR DOCX FORMAT.Preferred QualificationsTrainee - Forensic Scientist 11. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a physical or life science such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science or equivalent.2. Demonstrated knowledge and use of laboratory quality assurance procedures and evidence handling.3. Experience in a forensic laboratory gained through an internship or work experience; or work experience performing examinations similar to those conducted in a forensic or analytical laboratory.4. Experience with standard computer software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets).Forensic Scientist 21. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a physical or life science such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science or equivalent.2. Two years full-time professional level experience as a Firearm and Toolmark Examiner in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited forensic laboratory. 3. Operational knowledge of the ANAB Forensic Laboratory Accreditation Program.4. Discipline specific certification such as The Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners (AFTE) certification.5. Experience with a variety of section specific techniques, instrumentation, and specialized computer software.6. Experience with standard computer software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets).Physical RequirementsRequires occasionally moving and transporting 50-pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.Additional RequirementsFor all classifications: A Criminal History Background check and reference checks will be completed on the prospective employee. Additional components to the background check for this position will include the following:1) Criminal history 2) Reference check3) Fingerprinting (MNJIS/CJIS)4) Psychological evaluation5) Driver’s license check6) Education verification7) Drug screenThe BCA will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.If you have questions about the position, contact Madison Markgraf at madison.markgraf@state.mn.us.To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Madison Markgraf at madison.markgraf@state.mn.us.About Public Safety Dept The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota. Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
4/24/2024
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