Carbonate Sedimentology and Geochem PhD position, University of Naples Federico I

Newly announced Ph.D. grants offered by the School of Earth Sciences at the University of Naples Federico I. Dr. Mariano Parente will supervise a project on the carbonate platform record of carbon cycle perturbations (end Triassic to Middle Jurassic). The PhD student will work in the framework of a 3-years national research project entitled "Biota resilience to global change: biomineralization of planktic and benthic calcifiers in the past, present and future”, P.I. Elisabetta Erba at the University of Milan. I am looking for candidates with a background in stratigraphy, carbonate sedimentology and/or sedimentary geochemistry, good skills in both field and lab work, strong motivation and sincere passion for scientific research. 

The deadline for applications is August 2.  The call and the instructions to apply are available here: www.unina.it/didattica/post-laurea/dottorati-di-ricerca/english-version. Applicants can contact Dr. Parente for further details on the research projects (Mariano Parente, email: maparent@unina.it). A list of the research projects available for this year at the School in Earth Sciences of the University of Naples can be found here: www.distar.unina.it/en/xxxv-cycle/research-projects

The PhD School in Earth Sciences is offering seven 3-years grants. All the positions are open to non-Italian applicants. The salary is 1132.72 € per month, plus health care cover, etc. The salary is increased by 50% during periods spent abroad at foreign Universities and Research Institutions. There will be an open competition to select the best candidates. Three more positions without grant are available for candidates that have independent funding. 

Facilities available at the Department of Earth Sciences for this PhD project include a Triton Plus™ Multicollector Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometer, a Perkin-Elmer Avio200 ICP-OES, a top-level SEM (ZEISS Gemini), two powder diffractometers (Philips PW3710/1730 theta/2theta double goniometric unit and dual detector; Panalytical X'Pert Pro theta/ theta with sample changer, equipped with fast RTMS X'Celerator detector). More lab facilities are available at the Department of Chemistry. 

Naples is one of the most wonderful towns of Italy. Its landscape and cultural heritage are fantastic, and the living costs are reasonably low, compared to other big towns in Italy and western Europe. The University of Naples Federico II is one of the most ancient in the world and hosts a lively international community. Please have a look at this video for a presentation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yu2_qFCM55Q

Senior Paleontologist/Project Manager at Applied EarthWorks

Applied EarthWorks, Inc. (Æ) has an immediate opening a full-time Senior Paleontologist / Project Manager in our Pasadena, CA office. The Senior Paleontologist / PM will identify paleontological services needed for specific projects, discussing these services with Æ’s Paleontology Program Manager and clients; recognize staffing needs and collaborate with Æ’s Paleontology Supervisor; and prepare scopes of work, cost proposals, and schedules for services. The successful candidate also will assist with business development and marketing Æ’s paleontology services.

DUTIES:
Typical job duties will include: oversee technical specifications and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of teams executing work; prepare scopes of work and budgets to ensure they properly align services with project needs and meet/exceed best management practices; prepare or review technical reports, management plans, and other compliance documents prepared by junior staff; oversee proactive tracking and oversight of project status, resourcing and priorities for projects; and assist all members/roles in prioritizing workflow.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Comprehensive understanding of geology, paleontology, biology, paleoecology, stratigraphy, and biostratigraphy.
• Ability to identify regulatory compliance needs based on project descriptions, regulatory context, and construction design.
• Experience writing technical reports, management plans, and other documents at all levels of compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must meet the Society of Vertebrate Paleontologists (SVP) qualifications for Principal Investigator/Project Paleontologist. Candidates must have:
• M.A. or Ph.D. degree in paleontology or geology and/or a publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated competence in field techniques, preparation, identification, curation, and reporting in California.
• At least two full years of professional experience as assistant to a Project Paleontologist with administration and project management experience, as supported by a list of projects and referral contacts.
• Proficient in recognizing fossils in the field and determining their significance. Expertise in western geology, stratigraphy, and biostratigraphy. Experience in field collection and laboratory processing of fossils, preferably a range of biota.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior paleontological and project management experience in an environmental compliance setting, including successful authorship of past CEQA and/or NEPA documents, in Southern California.
HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume/curriculum vitae, a technical writing sample and list of three professional references to Human Resources at info@appliedearthworks.com. Please reference “Senior Paleontologist” in the subject line. 

Postdoc in Paleontology - University of Vienna

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with an excellent research and publication record in the field of marine ecosystems, with a special focus on foraminifera. The advertised position is associated with the chair for palaeoecosystems (Prof. Petra Heinz) at the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy.

Duration of employment: 6 year/s
Extent of Employment: 40 hours/weekJob grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.

Job Description: Active participation in research, teaching and administration. This involves
- Developing and strengthening the independent research profile
- Involvement in research projects / research studies
- International publications and presentations
- Responsibility for project applications and the acquisition of third-party funding
- Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement
- Supervision of students
- Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance
- Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration 

More Information here: https://univis.univie.ac.at/ausschreibungstellensuche/flow/bew_ausschreibung-flow?_flowExecutionKey=_c866141B9-EB9C-210D-532A-C9168CC967AA_kAE1AD1B1-D3DA-3008-E803-423C75321A5C&tid=74076.28

Reference number: 9847

Undergraduate Student funds for GSA through PaleoSoc

The Paleontological Society seeks to support undergraduate students interested in a career in paleontology who plan to attend the 2019 Geological Society of America meeting in Phoenix, Arizona (Sept 21-25, 2019). A limited number of grants are available to offset travel costs: $1,000 if the undergraduate is presenting original research at GSA and $500 if the undergraduate is just attending the meeting.

In addition to travel support, students will participate in mentoring opportunities with professional paleontologists and graduate students while at the meeting and receive a free 1‐year student membership to the Paleontological Society

In exchange, PS‐SAP students will be expected to volunteer at the PS booth for at least 5 hours during the meeting, and to use social media (e.g., blogs, Facebook, Twitter) to communicate to the Society about their experience at the meeting. In this way, students will serve as “ambassadors” for the Society.

To be eligible, students must be enrolled as an undergraduate student at an institution of higher education, have a stated interest in learning more about careers in paleontology, and be willing to use social media to promote PS activities at the conference. Students with diverse backgrounds (including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, accessibility, first-generation college, etc.) are encouraged to apply.

All documents must be received by Thursday, August 1, 2019.
For more info, please see: https://paleosoc.org/students/paleontological-society-student-ambassador-program/

Paleontological Society Student Ambassador Program
The Paleontological Society is pleased to report that nearly 650 registrants from 34 countries, including 200 students, are planning to attend the 11th North American Paleontological Convention (NAPC), which will start this Sunday, June 23 and run through Thursday, June 27.

Sedimentology Position at UT Austin (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)

Description
The Department of Geological Sciences in the Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a faculty member in Sedimentary Geology at the Assistant, Associate or Full professor level. We seek a creative individual who has an innovative research program in sedimentary geology and addresses questions related to clastic sedimentation, dynamic stratigraphy, depositional systems, and basin architecture over geological time scales, with broad applicability to the energy industry. A demonstrated ability to integrate a range of approaches and data types is required, potentially including field-based inquiry, linked surface and subsurface investigations, incorporation of seismic data, and analytical or modeling approaches. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an internationally recognized research program and excel at teaching, mentoring, and service roles within the department, and should have a strong record of securing external research funds. We seek an individual who facilitates collaborations among faculty, researchers, and students in the department and university, and is capable of teaching courses over a wide range of geoscience topics, particularly courses in stratigraphy, sedimentology, and basin analysis.

Qualifications
As part of the Jackson School of Geosciences, the Department of Geological Sciences has over 50 faculty and a community of research scientists with a broad range of specialties, as well as access to outstanding research facilities and support. The department has one of the largest combined graduate and undergraduate enrollments of any Earth science program in North America and is located in a thriving metropolitan area with a dynamic, multicultural community of over 1 million people. The department is interested in building a culturally diverse intellectual community; we strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

Application Instructions
Required application documents include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research, statement of teaching, statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service, and contact information for at least 5 references. Review of applications will commence September 1, 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Further information about the department is available at http://jsg.utexas.edu/dgs. Address questions about the position to Charlie Kerans (ckerans@jsg.utexas.edu), and about the application process to Patrick Stafford (stafford.patrick@jsg.utexas.edu).

APPLY HERE

The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels.

Assistant Curator of Fossil Reptiles - Field Museum

The Field Museum invites applications for a paleontology position in fossil reptiles — preferably specializing in dinosaurs — at the Assistant Curator rank. The Field Museum's Geology Section has a record of scientific excellence in collections-based research. Our fossil reptile collection is world-class, with exceptional strength in North America. We are seeking a collegial individual with strong communication skills to develop an outstanding research program in dinosaur evolution, systematics, paleoecology, or paleobiology in a comparative context.

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an externally funded field and/or laboratory research program, to contribute to building and using the dinosaur collections, and to participate in Museum exhibition, public outreach and education, and programmatic efforts. Close relationships with local universities provide opportunities for participation in graduate and undergraduate training. A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline must be held by the start of employment. 

Applications should include: 

(1) a Curriculum Vitae; 

(2) a statement of research interests and career objectives; 

(3) names and contact information for three people from whom letters of recommendation may be sought; and 

(4) copies of up to 5 relevant publications in PDF format. 

Review of applications will begin on September 2, 2019. To apply and for inquiries, email: fossilreptilessearch@fieldmuseum.org

Robert Day Postdoctoral Fellowship, Queensland

Robert Day Postdoctoral Fellowship in Palaeontology and Stratigraphy, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Closing Date: 25 July 2019
The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences delivers practical solutions to the complex issues that affect our physical environment and how we interact with it. Our interconnected teams of earth scientists, physical and social scientists, environmental management specialists, health and safety experts, and urban planners work together to address the increasingly critical global challenges of a growing population, climate change, urbanisation, food security, conservation and natural resource management. Researchers, teachers and students from around the world are drawn to our vibrant academic environment at UQ’s stunning St Lucia campus. We house world-class research facilities and have access to unique fieldwork locations in Australia and abroad. UQ’s research excellence in earth and environmental sciences is world renowned, and is reflected by our consistent high ranking in respected global league tables. The School also has an excellent success rate in nationally competitive grants and a strong record of high quality publications.

The role
The successful appointee will engage in original research in the field of palaeontology or stratigraphic palaeontology. Research should be relevant to Queensland and the appointee will be encouraged to apply for his/her own research funding. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse team of research professionals and students aimed at fundamental and applied palaeontological research.

The person
Applicants should possess a PhD in relevant disciplines. You should also have a strong desire to develop a successful and highly-productive research career in palaeontology/stratigraphy, good general research skills, a strong methodological background, excellent statistical and analytic skills, very strong writing abilities, and the capacity to work within multidisciplinary research teams.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.  

Remuneration
This is a full-time, fixed term (12 months) appointment at Academic level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $84,878 - $90,982 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $99,307 - $106,449 p.a.).

The University of Queensland also offers other competitive options including salary sacrificing, on campus childcare, leave packaging and discounted private health insurance as well as many other benefits.

Position Description
EnquiriesTo discuss this role please contact Professor Gregory E. Webb by email: g.webb@uq.edu.au or Associate Professor Patrick Moss by email: patrick.moss@uq.edu.au. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

You must have valid Australian work rights to apply for this role. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.