Environmental Science, Resources & Studies

Bridging Knowledge Systems: Exploring Indigenous and Western Science

When: Wednesday, Oct. 16th 2024
Time: 430 pm - 630 PM
Where: Egan 221 - Glacier View Room.

Description:
Join students, staff, and faculty for an engaging, interactive workshop led by Dr. K’ah Skaahluwaa Wendy Todd, Professor of Indigenous Science, as we explore the rich differences and intersections between traditional Indigenous knowledge and Western science. Through guided discussions and creative drawing activities, participants will gain a deeper understanding of diverse knowledge systems and how they can work together to address today’s global challenges. Open to all UAS community members, this 2-hour session encourages reflection on Indigenous ways of learning and being, fostering collaboration and holistic approaches to science. Free pizza will be provided, and all drawing materials are included.

This workshop supports the UAS One Campus, One Book selection, Pollution is Colonialism by Max Liboiron (Michif).

Hi All,

ADF&G is hiring a wolf research technician to work in their Douglas office. The due date for applications is 10/29. See details and link to the job announcement below.

Eran

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ADF&G is hiring a technician to assist with our wolf projects in Southeast Alaska. This Fish and Wildlife Technician level 4 is an On-Call Non-Permanent position located in Juneau\Douglas, Alaska. Work will be scheduled as needed for the project, so this does allow for some flexibility in scheduling. Please forward to anyone who might be interested and thank you for your help!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4686627/fish-and-wildlife-technician-4-pcn-11n25019

Hi All,

See below for a link to the ad for an Environmental Program Technician at ADEC. I believe the position would be located in Anchorage or Fairbanks.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4660969/environmental-program-technician-wqma-pcn-187943

Cheers,

Eran

Please see information below regarding recruitment for a Geologist position with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources.

This position is open to all applicants and closes September 12th, 2024 at 5pm AKDT.

Geologist 1 (PCN 10-N22057)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4640857-0/geologist-1-pcn-10-n22057

The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geologist who is interested in expanding their knowledge of groundwater chemistry, databases, and geologic hazards in Alaska. The incumbent will work with the DGGS Geological Health Hazards Program (GHHP) team and various Alaska agencies and organizations to find and collect groundwater quality information for naturally occurring contaminants and add the data to a database that will be shared with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The incumbent may have additional opportunities to help with other GHHP projects, such as radon outreach in Alaska. This long-term, non-permanent position is completely grant-funded and currently budgeted through June 30, 2025, pending an extension of the grant funding.

The mission of the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys is to determine the potential of Alaskan land for the production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources, the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction material, and the potential geologic hazards to buildings, roads, bridges, and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020). The Geologic Hazards Section, in close partnership with program collaborators and stakeholders, uses a combination of citizen science, field data, remote sensing, and modeling to assess, monitor, predict, and mitigate the impacts of geologic hazards on communities, infrastructure, and resources in Alaska through education & outreach to the public and timely, actionable guidance to local, state, and federal policymakers. The division views public geologic information, such as the groundwater quality database to be populated by the incumbent, as a key element in unlocking our natural resources, protecting communities, and helping grow Alaska's economy.

This position is stationed in either Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska and works within the Geological Health Hazards Program, one of five programs in DGGS’ Geologic Hazards Section. You are expected to work independently, as well as to communicate frequently with the project manager and collaborators, participate in lively discussions with the project team, propose and execute solutions, and take the lead on identified project tasks.

For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:

Paul Goodfellow
Environmental Program Specialist 4
Phone: 907-269-6401
Email: paul.goodfellow@alaska.gov

I'd like to bring to your attention two courses that aren't officially in the Program on the Environment degrees but that are relevant and could potentially be substituted into your degree. You should check with your advisor to see if they would be a good fit.

ANS S493: Anthropology of Water

ANS S393: Subsistence in Alaska

And, as a bit of a teaser, in spring semester we are planning to offer

ENVI S493: Mariculture Policy

This year, for the first time, I will be offering ENVS S422 during the fall semester. This may cause a problem for some of you because the course has a prerequisite of PHYS S123/S211, which is also offered in the fall. Physics is not strictly needed for the course, so reach out to me if you are interested in taking ENVS S422 and have not yet completed physics. I will consider prerequisite overrides on a case-by-case basis.

-Jason

I'm passing along information about this cool NASA opportunity:

Good Morning,

I am writing to inform you about 10-week paid research opportunities with the NASA DEVELOP National Program. These opportunities are open to current students, recent college graduates, and transitioning/early career professionals. Please pass this information along with the attached flyers to those who may be interested.

NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local, national, and international communities address their environmental concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth-observing fleet of satellites. For the fall 2024 term, NASA DEVELOP will operate at six locations across the country at select NASA Centers and other regional locations. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth Science. Participants will work with NASA scientists, partner organizations, and science advisors to learn about using NASA Earth science data in water resources, disaster management, ecological conservation, and other applications to address environmental community concerns.

Responsibilities will include literature review, data processing and analysis, and producing deliverables, such as a technical report, presentation, and video. Previous GIS or remote sensing knowledge, while beneficial, is not required for acceptance. This is a multi-disciplinary opportunity for all those interested in Earth Science, and we encourage those in the social sciences, general science, engineering, computer science, etc. to apply.

Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. The days of the week are flexible, but applicants should be able to commit to 20 – 29 hours per week during the term. The position is paid on an hourly basis, which is determined by education level and working location.

We are also hosting virtual “About DEVELOP” webinars on Friday, May 17^th, 11:00 am—12:00 pm PT, and Tuesday, June 4th, 1:00 pm—2:00 pm PT to provide information about our capacity-building program and how potential candidates can apply and participate in the program. Please see the attached flyer for details on joining these events.

Details about this opportunity and how to apply can be found online at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/nasadevelop

The Fall 2024 application window will be open online from May 6^th to June 14^th, and the term will take place from September 16^th to November 22^nd. 

Please note some DEVELOP locations will allow for in-person opportunities while others will be completely virtual. For virtual locations, all accepted participants must work remotely from within the United States. Details on location status will be posted on our website when the application opens.  

Please share this message with anyone who may be interested in these opportunities, and feel free to contact me with any questions.

Thank you,

Michael

Michael Pazmino

JPL Center Lead

NASA DEVELOP National Program

Analytical Mechanics Associates

o: (818) 393 - 1018
m: (310) 617 - 7816

Jet Propulsion Laboratory

4800 Oak Grove Dr.

Pasadena, CA 91109

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Environmental Program Specialist 1/2/3 (PCN 187538)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4465579-0/environmental-program-specialist-1-2-3-pcn-187538

This position is being recruited for in Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla, Fairbanks, or Juneau.

Pay will be determined based on location of selected individual.

Working with the Drinking Water Program staff, the Environmental Program Specialist will be providing educational, technical, compliance assistance, and enforcement to public water system (PWS) owners and operators, to help promote regulatory compliance and public health protection. This includes the recommendation and initiation of administrative or legal action for non-compliance, and involves routine review and management of a large volume of data and compliance tracking for multiple projects and cases. Interpersonal, communication, and technical skills will be used to work with systems in responding to contamination reports and citizen complaints. 

The Environmental Program Specialist 1/2/3 will work with a wide variety of PWSs and projects, have opportunities to travel within the coverage area, and do work that really matters.  This position serves a key role in providing compliance assistance and enforcement to PWS located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska.

We value each member of the Drinking Water team and work collaboratively to implement the Drinking Water regulations and to prevent waterborne disease outbreaks and exposure to other drinking water contaminants and help protect the public health of Alaskans and visitors to the state.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact:

Name: Amy Hill

Title: Environmental Program Manager I

Phone: (907) 379-1861

Email: amy.hill@alaska.gov

AND

Environmental Program Technician (PCN 18-7895)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4454896-0/environmental-program-technician-pcn-18-7895

The Division of Water’s Operator Certification Program is looking for a qualified candidate to fill an Environmental Program Technician position. This position is responsible for providing para-professional technical and administrative support for four professional-level staff (three Environmental Program Specialists and one Environmental Program Manager). Responsibilities include processing certification exam registrations and exam results, entering and tracking continuing education of operators, and providing technical and compliance assistance to owners and operators of water and wastewater systems. 

The Operator Certification Program is committed to ensuring that water and wastewater systems within the state are properly maintained and operated with properly certified operators. This position has key responsibilities that support all aspects the program’s work and will have a positive impact on the health and welfare of the citizens of Alaska. 

Our team is comprised of a dynamic group of forward-thinking professionals that consistently pursue new and innovative strategies. This position offers a chance to work as part of a team, as well as take on initiatives independently, along with the potential for a flexible work schedule and career advancement.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact:

Name: Dan DeSloover

Title: Environmental Program Manager I

Phone: (907) 465-5145

Email: dan.desloover@alaska.gov

Hi All,

Peter Webley at UAF is teaching a class on innovation for Alaska (see below and attached flyer). The class is avaialble by distance. If you are interested, contact Peter.

Cheers,

Eran

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Innovation for Alaska and the Arctic

Fall 2024 class, BA F494/HSEM F494

Want to have an impact? Want to solve DoD challenges? Want to work on an interdisciplinary team? Student teams engage directly with complex, real-world problems from policy, economics, technology, national security, and innovation. 

Types of Projects include: How can we solve heavy lift platforms needs for deploying equipment? What is the next generation flight suit for Arctic Operations? Can geophysical data be integrated into domain awareness platforms? Students discuss needs with DoD operators & installations in AK and across the U.S.  Potential to visit DoD facilities. Learn about their needs. Build towards a solution.

Students are provided with a framework to test hypotheses using a startup model approach and to create the demands of the real world in an early-stage startup environment. Students will build their skills to ideate and adapt their potential solutions while investigating the end-users needs for implementation and adoption.

To get connected with Professor Webley and Fall semester projects, sign up to https://bit.ly/IA2-Fall-2024-Interest. 

For more information: email pwwebley@alaska.edu with subject "Fall 2024 - Innovation for Alaska and the Arctic Class"

Hi All,

UAS graduate Amy Jenson, who is currently doing a PhD in glaciology at UAF,  will be giving a talk on glacier outburst floods in Egan 219 on April 12th (4-5 pm). Details are below in the attached flyer. Please attend if you can and support Amy.

Eran