Call for the North South Atlantic Training Transect (NoSoAT) is now open.
NoSoAT 2016 will investigate Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate interactions on a transect from Bremerhaven, Germany to Cape Town, South Africa from 12th November to 12th December 2016. The second annual NoSoAT is a joint cooperation between the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI), the Strategic Marine Alliance for Research and Training (SMART), the Partnership for Observation of the Global Oceans (POGO), the Nippon Foundation and AtlantOS. During the transit, postgraduate students will be trained in the principles of oceanographic and atmospheric interactions and their impacts on climate. Work on board will focus on practical applied research techniques, along with lectures, exercises and student presentations. Participants will gain hands-on training in deployment and operation of scientific gear, acquisition and processing of the sample material and analysis and interpretation of the respective data. In addition, participants will receive training in understanding climate processes, simple climate modelling and the legal framework of ocean governance and its impacts on research activities at sea. Students will also receive training in: ·Physics of climate: processes and models ·Atmospheric Lidar systems ·Oceanographic sampling and data acquisition ·Remote sensing techniques ·Data analyses and dissemination ·Climate advocacy and governance The course is open to all International postgraduate students (MSc and PhD) of marine, atmosphere and climate-related sciences. Successful applicants will receive a scholarship to cover tuition, accommodation and travel to Bremerhaven and from Cape Town. The NoSoAT 2016 online application form will close on the 15th May 2016 at 18:00 UTC. We would appreciate if you could circulate the call to interested students or display the attached poster. Further information is available at http://www.smartseaschool.com/nosoat2016 or by e-mailing [email protected].
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McCarthy Keville O’Sullivan Ltd. is seeking to recruit an experienced ornithologist/ecologist on a permanent contract, to conduct bird surveys at locations across the Country. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and conducting a range of bird surveys including vantage point surveys, point count surveys, adapted Brown and Shepherd surveys, breeding raptor surveys, wintering waterfowl surveys and species specific surveys. Previous experience of carrying out such bird surveys, preferably for wind energy and large infrastructural developments, excellent bird ID, fieldwork skills and good IT and database management are essential prerequisites. The successful candidate will take up a position within the company’s ecology team, reporting to the team’s director and working alongside other team members. The successful candidate would be expected to: · Be available to commence work immediately.
Any help would be appreciated. Kind Regards, Aoife Quinn Administrator McCarthy Keville O'Sullivan Ltd. Planning & Environmental Consultants Block 1, G.F.S.C. Moneenageisha Road, Galway. T: (091) 73 56 11 || F: (091) 77 12 79 || E: [email protected] || W: www.mccarthykos.ie WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff is looking for a Graduate Geospatial (GIS) Specialist with some demonstrable experience in the spatial sciences industry to join our team of 12 specialists sitting within our national ‘Smart Consulting’ team, the role will be based in our Bristol Office, the role is a permanent position.
The successful candidate will provide GIS input to projects, including spatial data analysis, database design and management, mobile data collection, maintaining a GIS web portal and encompassing elements of digital map production. In addition there will be a requirement to assist with the delivery of spatial infrastructure services and develop data services/tools to external clients as well as a focus on the internal business to drive efficiencies and innovation. Qualifications and Work Experience: The successful candidate will have: • A tertiary degree (at 2:1 or above) in GIS, surveying, or related field of expertise is essential with an MSc being preferable, and at least an A-level in Maths or another numerate subject • Practical experience of the Esri ArcGIS suite of products and alternative open source solutions • Competence in computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Self motivation, initiative and ability to learn and share new skills on the job • Meticulous attention to detail • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Desirable skills include : • Broad level knowledge (ideally practical experience) of ESRI ArcGIS extensions and other related software packages and the interoperability between them, i.e. Mapinfo, AutoCAD, Microstation, FME, TRACC • Up to date with the latest technological advances in the field • Experience of using Geodatabases, data cleansing and standardisation, quality checking of data • Experience of relational database management, GIS-based asset management and consulting experience of applying Enterprise spatial technology solutions • Experience of 3-D modelling • Skills in application development, specifically Python, .Net, SQL and Javascript, for desktop, web and mobile environments If you wish to apply for this position please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected] Closing date: Sunday 10th April 2016. Shelley Lawton Senior Recruitment Specialist WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff, Three White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane, Leeds, LS11 ODL Tel: +44 (0)113 395 6200 Mob: +44(0)7788 303 750 The Royal School of Military Survey (RSMS) are currently recruiting a Specialist Instructional Officer in GIS. The RSMS is the primary institution responsible for delivering specialist geographic training to military and civilian MoD personnel. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience in GIS to expand their knowledge and skillset into Geospatial Intelligence training environment. Although this post is closing on the 22nd March, due to civil service recruitment procedures we do not anticipate a start date prior to the summer.
https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=1478390 Kinect Recruitment are currently seeking a graduate with a strong degree in GIS or geography for our client based in Birmingham.
The role will involve training on the clients bespoke in house GIS system initially and managing a portfolio of clients. Once the successful candidate is fully trained the role will involve delivering 1-3 day training courses on and off site to technical and non-technical individuals. Skills Required: • Understanding of GIS Systems • Excellent Communication Skills • Good Customer Facing Skills • Energetic Individual • Full UK Driving Licence The salary on offer is between £20,000 - £25,000 depending on experience as well as a great benefits package. |
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