http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobsNew Scientist Jobshttp://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/technical-director-warwickshire-hydrogeology-warwickshire-200643650.htmThu, 19 Nov 2009 10:53:43 +0000193005Technical Director - Hydrogeological Services An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Hydrogeologist to join an established environmental consultancy in Warwickshire. A large part of their services are to examine various sites’ hydrogeological characteristics of soil, groundwater and surface water contamination and then evaluating the associated risks. With over twenty years of successfully delivering tailored environmental solutions to their clients, you will be joining a team of specialists and a company able to support you in your role and career development. They currently require a Technical Director (or somebody able to step up to this) to continue, grow and be responsible for the technical quality of their Geological & hydrogeological Services. This individual will provide technical input to the Hydrogeology/Geology department through assessment of risks and liabilities associated with contaminated land for a variety of purposes including pre-acquisition due diligence and insurance, assessment of contamination in soil, groundwater and surface water and carry out groundwater risk assessments prior to the development of landfill sites and mineral extractions. This is a very much hands-on role and you will be a key member within the company and be expected to play a proactive role in company performance, management and the development of new business opportunities. You will also assist to provide project direction and manage and support consultants in your team. Key Requirements: •Min relevant BSc and ideally MSc / Chartered Geologist •Several years experience in a similar role. •Experience specifically in minerals, waste or contaminated land •Project Management experience within budget and time constraints •Managerial and business development experience within consultancy environment •Previous experience working with Quality Management Systems would be an advantage . Candidates who are applying from outside the UK are welcome but have to have had considerable experience specifically within the UK and also possess full unrestricted rights to work here. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/seniorprincipal-environmental-planning-consultant-cumbria-minerals-waste-united-kingdom-200643635.htmThu, 19 Nov 2009 10:39:04 +0000192985We have a great opportunity for an experienced planner/EIA consultant to join a successful Environmental Planning consultancy in the Northwest of England. Their work covers a variety of sectors from minerals, waste management to renewable energy. You will be joining a team of specialists and a company able to support you in your role and career development. Due to their location they have an envied and sought after work/life balance. As a senior / principal planning consultant you will provide technical support and direction to the planning projects and manage a variety of multidisciplinary projects. Projects you will be involved in may include planning policy and legislation, EIA preparation, waste management licensing and IPPC applications, risk assessment and due diligence. To be successful in this position you will need to have a •Bsc qualifications ( Msc level is preferred) •Several years exp in planning and/or EIA & consultancy experience •Project management experience including budgeting & financial control. •Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) is desirable as is knowledge of the minerals and waste sector. A very competitive salary and benefits package is on offer. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-environmental-consultant-bath-renewable-energy-bath-200643632.htmThu, 19 Nov 2009 10:38:04 +0000192982Senior Environmental Consultant - Renewable Energy-Bath Our client works successfully in the renewable energy consultancy sector within the UK and Europe. They are growing in all areas and now seek a senior environmental consultant to complement their Bath office team. With an enviable world class client base and experience since 1995 in project management, due diligence, engineering and environmental expertise and consultancy services in the renewable energy sector this is a fantastic opportunity to progress in a meritocratic fashion with the backing of a recognised name. As a Senior Environmental Consultant within the environment team, you will work closely with the Head of the Environment team delivering and growing their consultancy services to renewable energy sector clients. Assisting offshore and onshore renewable clients with their planning ( & EIA) and environmental projects will form a key part of this role. Ideally, they are looking for an experienced environmental consultant with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the environmental, EIA, planning and regulatory requirements within the wind energy, marine environment and renewable energy sector. Excellent project management, business development, communication and report writing skills are all expected. As you will be assisting to lead and grow this highly successfully environmental project team, the following qualifications and attributes are going to be desirable and advantageous in order to successfully compete for the post. -Practical EIA experience within the marine environment and knowledge of regulatory process -A minimum of 2 years marine environment or commercial renewable energy experience -A minimum of 4-5 years environmental consultancy experience -Appropriate qualifications, i.e BSc/MSc -Professional Membership, i.e IEMA, IEEM If you are an environmental consultant and want to work to develop, support and lead a dynamic team of consultants within a consultancy with a reputation for excellence within the energy sector. Then please apply now, or for more information please contact sarah@quanta-consulting.com, 02074264668 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/nasa-postdoctoral-fellowships-al-alabama-200402589.htmTue, 07 Apr 2009 14:43:10 +00009858NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly talented national and international scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research in space science, earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology. Awards: • Approximately 50 Fellowships awarded annually • One-year appointments, renewable up to three years • Annual stipends start at $50,000, with supplements for specific degree fields and high cost-of-living areas • Annual travel budget of $8,000 • Financial assistance for relocation • Financial supplement for health insurance purchased through the program • Apply at http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc Application Deadlines: Three each year - March 1, July 1, and November 1 Eligibility: • U.S. Citizen • Foreign Nationals with a J-1 visa status as a research scholar, Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status, or Employment Authorization Document (EAD with pending LPR status • Recent and senior-level Ph.D. recipients Locations of Fellowship Positions: • Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA • Dryden Flight research Center, Edwards, CA • Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH • Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD • Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA • Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX • Kennedy Space Center, Kennedy Space Center, FL • Langley Research Center, Hampton, VA • Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, AL • Stennis Space Center, Stennis Space Center, MS • NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC • Various locations associated with the NASA Astrobiology Institute To obtain more information and to apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit the NPP Web site at http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc