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Environmental Science, Resources & Studies

A Natural Laboratory Perfect for Study

Part of the UAS Environmental Science, Resources & Studies, the interdisciplinary curriculum in the BS in Environmental Science and BS in Environmental Resources degrees is designed to prepare students for science-based careers in environmental research, management, and consulting. Students completing either of the degrees will have opportunities for hands-on field experience in the glacial and rainforest environments of Southeast Alaska.

Faculty in these fields of study instruct in a variety of disciplines including: the earth sciences, chemistry, physics, biology, math, and spatial analysis. Students learn biological principles and skills in lecture, laboratory, and field courses. A particular emphasis of the program is student involvement in research projects, and undergraduates in Environmental Science regularly present their research results at regional and national scientific meetings.

Our faculty are actively engaged in research programs in areas including: landscape ecology, hydrology, sensor development, geology, environmental chemistry, geochemistry, remote sensing, glaciology, and biogeochemistry.

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Finland summer resaerch experience

Hi All,

Here is information about a UAA-sponsored Environmental Science research project in Finland that is recuriting student research assistants for Summer 2024. The deadline to apply is March 10. See details on flyer below.

Eran

 

 

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Eran Hood 01:34:08 PM
Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Summer Research positions at UAS

Hi All,

We are hiring several student research assistant positions to work on projects related to hydrology, aquatic ecology, and fisheries here in Juneau next summer. Please see attached position descriptions for details. Applications are due by March 1. Don't hesitate to reach out with questions.

Thanks,

Eran

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Eran Hood 09:42:29 PM
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Fisheries Technician position on the Stikine River

HI All,

ADF&G is hiring Fisheries Technicians to work at a remote camp on the Stikine River near Wrangell next summer. We had a student from our program who had a great experience in this position. Details including instructions to apply can be found in the attached flyer. The start date says April 15, however there is flexibility to start after the end of the semester in May.

Cheers,

Eran

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Eran Hood 09:55:23 PM
Monday, February 12, 2024

Alaska DEC Division of Water is hiring

Hi All,

The AK DEC is hiring Environmental Program Specialists in their Division of Water in Juneau. This could be a great entry level position for someone graduating in the spring. Applications are due Feb. 19. Information below

Cheers,

Eran

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Please see information below regarding recruitment for a Environmental Program Specialist 1/2/3 position with the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Division of Water located in Juneau.

This position is open to Alaska residents only and closes February 19, 2024 at 5pm AKST.  

 

Environmental Program Specialist 1/2/3 (PCN 187777)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4383945-0/environmental-program-specialist-1-2-3-pcn-187777

The Water Information Program is committed to protecting the environment by constantly improving the electronic tools and training the Division uses to collect and analyze water discharge data. This position provides a positive permittee experience with outreach and helpdesk type assistance, and collaborates with other programs to streamline data input and analysis processes. 

Do you have the drive to work with the public and coworkers, becoming an expert and training others in use of the Division’s Environmental Data Management System (EDMS) and other applications?

  • At the Environmental Program Specialist 1 entry-level, you will triage initial public contacts and collaborate with Division staff from multiple programs while learning EDMS and other Division applications and processes.
  • At the Environmental Program Specialist 2 level, you complete less common tasks without supervision, help create and present training materials, and learn to utilize the data in external databases.
  • At the Environmental Program Specialist 3 level, you work independently and can solve complex data issues, minimize unintended consequences, and communicate the resolution to stakeholders.

Each level builds on the previous, and all levels provide opportunities to learn how other Division programs positively impact the environment. Water Information Program Data team members become subject matter experts in multiple applications and understand how other programs use them. The collaboration with other programs exposes team members to aspects of permitting, compliance and enforcement, and water quality monitoring with broad experiences that can be used to mold a career path. Daily interactions assist the public improving regulatory compliance with permits, authorizations, and enforcement actions that directly affect environmental impact.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact:

Name: Dan Buchholz

Title: Data Processing Manager

Phone: 907-269-7639

Email: dan.buchholz@alaska.gov

 

 

Eran Hood 01:09:42 PM
Monday, February 05, 2024

Women in Science event

Hi All,

The U.S. Forest Service is hosting a "Women and Girls in Science Panel" on Feb. 13 over zoom. See details below and in the attached flyer

Eran

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Subject: Women and Girls in Science Panel
When: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-09:00) Alaska.
Where: https://usfs.zoomgov.com/j/1608983650?pwd=bzhMZW5mRlM3b0RIaFkwK3kwRXlIUT09

Please join us for a panel discussion celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science featuring four women scientists from the Alaska Region.

The event is open to students and members of the public, and will be held over Zoom:

  • Meeting ID: 160 898 3650, Passcode: z6K#0@
  • Phone: 1-669-254-5252, Passcode: 172663

Visit the event website for more information.

 

 

Eran Hood 03:06:02 PM
Thursday, February 01, 2024

Hiring for Assistant Coordinator of Outdoor Adventures, UAF

Please see attached. The coordinator position starts this summer. 

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Forest Wagner 03:47:50 PM
Thursday, February 01, 2024

Summer Work Opportunity with Trail Mix

Trail Mix is currently hiring for our summer trail crews! We are hiring Crew Members ($20/hour, no experience) and Crew Leads ($22.70/hour, experience required). Trail Crews learn various skills throughout the season, like sustainable trail design, safe use of machines (chainsaws/excavators/canycoms), bridge building, and more! Our season begins May 13th and goes until September 26th (dates flexible based on school schedules). Crews work Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm. 


Applications are open until February 11th. View the full job description and apply at trailmixinc.org/employment. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to meghan@trailmixinc.org

 

 

Thanks!

Meghan

Forest Wagner 03:42:00 PM
Monday, January 29, 2024

Kenai Watershed Forum - paid summer conservation internships

See information below - Eran

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Kenai Watershed Forum Conservation Internships

Applications for our 2024 Conservation Internships are out NOW!

Each summer Kenai Watershed Forum (KWF) welcomes aboard current and graduating college students as paid interns to assist with the busy and exciting field season. These interns have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Alaskan summer while participating in important conservation work geared towards research, restoration, and education for the Kenai Peninsula’s watersheds.

The KWF internship program supports our focus of maintaining healthy watersheds by way of invasive species management, environmental education, marine debris clean-up, river restoration, water quality monitoring, and fisheries research.

Find the full job description and apply on our website at: www.kenaiwatershed.org/internships/

For specific information in reference to the position please contact:

intern@kenaiwatershed.org

 

Eran Hood 01:01:01 PM
Sunday, January 21, 2024

Summer resaerch opportunities in Hawaii

Information below about paid research internship opportunities in Hawaii this summer. 

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We are offering Alaskan students the opportunity to work in Hawai'i this summer through a couple of paid internships. The two programs are the PIPES program at the University of Hawai'i Hilo and the SURF program at UH Manoa. Both programs are usually open only to Hawaiian students, but they are making an exception for Alaska students this year. 

More on the SURF program:

website:  https://pi-casc.soest.hawaii.edu/pi-casc-programs/center-programs/surf/

The PI-CASC track of the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is designed to provide promising undergraduates the opportunity to gain valuable research experience, improve their skills in climate science, and expand their knowledge of environmental issues in Hawaiʻi and Guam, working with a mentor on a climate-related research project aligned with the mission of the PI-CASC University Consortium. That mission aims to provide the best science available on climate change and other landscape-scale stressors that are impacting natural and cultural resources across the Pacific Basin. Applications due Feb 29, 2024. Internships run June 3 - Aug 9, 2024.

More on the PIPES program:

website:  https://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhintern/

PIPES Pathway Programs are 10-week paid summer internships that focus on longitudinal capacity training through our Moʻo ʻĀina Framework. They provide opportunities for interns, mentors, and community members to focus on best practices toward healthy and abundant ecosystems, ethical research, cultural sensitivity, reciprocity and responsibility in aloha ʻāina. Internships include hands-on work experience (40 hours/week), 1-on-1 mentorship, mentor and intern development workshops, cohort learning spaces, and networking opportunities. Applications due Jan 31, 2024. Internships run May 28 - Aug 2, 2024.

Contact Allison Bidlack (albidlack@alaska.edu) with questions

Eran Hood 09:29:41 PM
Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Exciting geology summer research opportunity in Greenland for undergraduates

Arctic REU Greenland is an NSF REU site for summer 2024. Research integrates aspects of field and laboratory research in structural geology, earthquake geology, arctic environmental change from lake core sediments, geomicrobiology, and glaciology. The REU includes full travel expenses, room and board, and $5800 stipends for field and laboratory work from June 20 to Aug 8, and some online meetings in April and May, 2024. The REU includes 3 weeks of field research in Greenland, and 5 weeks of laboratory research at Concord University (WV), Virginia Tech, or other locations. Applications from first-generation students, veterans, and members of under-represented groups are encouraged. Find more information and apply online on our website by Feb 12, 2024  at https://www.arcticreu.earth . For questions, contact: Dr. Joe Allen allenj@concord.edu.

See the attachment for more details

 

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Faculty

Jason M. Amundson, Ph.D.

Jason M. Amundson, Ph.D.

Professor of Geophysics

I have a background in glaciology and geophysics. My research focuses on tidewater glaciers and glacier-ocean interactions, and I am especially interested in the ways that glaciers interact with other Earth system components. I teach the introductory physics courses as well as upper division courses in Earth's climate and glaciology.

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Eran Hood, Ph.D.

Eran Hood, Ph.D.

Professor of Environmental Science, Natural Sciences Department Chair

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Sanjay Pyare, Ph.D.

Sanjay Pyare, Ph.D.

Professor of Environmental Science

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Jason B. Fellman, Ph.D.

Jason B. Fellman, Ph.D.

Acting Director - Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center & Research Associate Professor of Environmental Science

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Sonia A. Nagorski, Ph.D. (she/her)

Sonia A. Nagorski, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Geology

My background is in environmental geochemistry, and my research has focused primarily on a variety of contaminants in aquatic systems. I teach classes on Earth's geologic history, physical geology, natural hazards, geomorphology, and mineral and energy resources and environmental impacts. At UAS I devote my efforts to training and inspiring undergraduates to work creatively and effectively in the environmental sciences, preparing them for meaningful careers that benefit the Earth and society.

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John Harley, Ph.D.

John Harley, Ph.D.

Research Assistant Professor

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Emeritus Faculty

Roman Motyka, Ph.D.

Roman Motyka, Ph.D.

Research Professor Emeritus, Geophysical Institute, UAF

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