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Applications for the NSF REU Site on “Engineering for Bouncing Back Better” hosted by Oregon State University are now being solicited. The website and application forms are live and ready to receive undergraduate applicants interested in interdisciplinary research on the topic of building resilient communities. 

Please forward this website https://engineering.oregonstate.edu/reu and the attached flyer to your colleagues for distribution to your undergraduates so that they might learn about and apply to the program.

Please note the following important dates:
• REU Program will run from June 15 to August 21, 2026. Students have to be able to attend the entire period.
• Application deadline: February 27, 2026

Eligibility Criteria:
• Non-Oregon State students (Undergraduate students not enrolled at Oregon State University)
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Must have at least one quarter or semester remaining to graduate after the program
• Students from underrepresented communities, community colleges, and institutions with limited research opportunities are highly encouraged to apply

Virginia Commonwealth University has a Senior HP opening. It’s an exciting opportunity for any entry level Physicist  to transition to senior HP.

Job Title
	Assistant Radiation Safety Officer/Senior Health Physicist
Name of Organization
	Virginia Commonwealth University
Job Location
	Richmond, VA
Salary
	$95,000 – $120,000, Commensurate with experience
Contact Information
	Sue Kurgatt, PhD, CMLSO kurgatts@vcu.edu
Summary
	The Assistant Radiation Safety Officer (ARSO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the University and VCU Health maintain compliance with state and federal requirements that apply to research and medical applications of radioactive materials and radiation-producing devices.Operating with minimal supervision, the ARSO leads complex projects and serves as a technical expert across multiple functional areas. This role requires extensive collaboration with principal investigators, physicians, research staff, students, support teams, and medical center partners to review research protocols, identify potential compliance risks, and provide expert guidance to maintain a safe and compliant research environment.
Key Responsibilities
	Reviews research protocols for use of radiation and radioactive materials in humans in accordance with institutional policies and procedures, state and federal law and best practice.Evaluate IACUC protocols involving radiation use.Ability to conduct or develop the skills to conduct shielding evaluations, including design assessments and radiation surveys for spaces requiring ionizing radiation protection.Perform laboratory safety assessments pertaining to research use of radioactive material.Assist in managing the laser safety program including performing laser hazard evaluations and inspections for research applications, ensuring compliance with laser safety standards.Work with RSO to coordinate all RDRC protocol reviews, Internal dosimetry calculations and FDA submissions.Provide technical guidance and manage radiation safety audits of radiochemistry research in Medicine and EngineeringManage the research X Ray safety programSupport the day to day operations of the radiation safety team as needed.Perform duties as assigned by RSO  to support critical radiation safety program operations and special projects.Support and collaborate among the OHS team as needed for operational or emergency response needs.
Minimum Qualifications
	Master’s degree in Health or radiological physics, medical physics, nuclear engineering with  minimum 3 years experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Health or Radiological Physics with a Certified Health Physicist Certification (CHP)Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.Understanding of radiation protection principles (ALARA, dosimetry, shielding, etc.).Ability to use radiation detection instruments.Competence in technical writing and data analysis.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise technical documents such as lab inspection reports, incident summaries, and environmental quality assessments.Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate as part of a team.Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build partnerships across a wide range of research and academic personnel.
Preferences
	CLSO ( Certified Laser Safety Officer)Experience in a medical/research setting.Experience on a broad scope radioactive materials license and managing a Research Laser program.Certification by at least one of the following: American Board of Health Physics (AAHP), American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP – Medical Health Physics), American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (ABSNM – Radiation Protection), American Board of Radiology (ABR – Diagnostic or Nuclear Medical Physics)
Requisition Number
	45000996
Full Time or Part Time
	Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
	Monday – Friday.40 hours per week.After hours work may be required when on-call.
Department
	Occupational Health & Safety
Link to apply
	https://vcujobs.com/jobs/assistant-radiation-safety-officer-senior-health-physicist-vcu-main-campus-virginia-united-states

The Wyoming Dinosaur Center in Thermopolis, Wyoming is now accepting applications for paid seasonal summer interns to join our nationally recognized paleontology program. We would appreciate your assistance in sharing this opportunity with students who are interested in hands-on fieldwork, fossil preparation, museum operations, and science communication.

This immersive internship offers participants direct experience at active dinosaur dig sites, in a professional fossil preparation laboratory, and in a public museum setting. Interns work alongside experienced paleontologists, educators, and museum staff while gaining real-world skills applicable to careers in paleontology, geology, museum studies, education, and other STEM-related fields.

Housing is provided, and a weekly stipend is included. Interns must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Full program details, responsibilities, and application instructions are included in the attached flyer.

Emma Gordon

Intern Supervisor and Museum Staff

Wyoming Dinosaur Center

110 Carter Ranch Road

P.O. Box 351

Thermopolis, WY 82443

(307) 921-0652

Hampton Lake is an award-winning private residential community located in Bluffton, SC. The central feature of the community is a 165-acre shallow, freshwater lake system, which is maintained as a premier sport fishery. The lake, in conjunction with 340 acres of nature preserve and wetlands, was designed and built to function as a large stormwater detention system, providing water quality protection to the downstream May River. The lake system includes 7 miles of navigable waterways and 15 miles of shoreline.
Another prized water feature within the Hampton Lake community is a 3-acre shallow swimming lake, known as Crystal Lake. Both Hampton Lake and Crystal Lake have historically experienced harmful algal blooms (HABs). Both planktonic and benthic HABs have been observed. The goal for the summer intern position is to assist the community in monitoring and managing the lake systems to prevent the occurrence of HABs and to provide education and information related to the potential risks to the community associated with HABs.
Water Resources Intern
DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure and Compliance
POSITION: Water Resources Engineering Intern
REPORTS TO: Infrastructure and Compliance Manager
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To review both Crystal and Hampton Lakes’ historical data, examine the current findings and data to deliver a detailed assessment of the current lake conditions. Be part of the process to maintain the health of both lakes and do a final risk assessment presentation.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Crystal Lake

• Review historical information related to Crystal Lake as available from our resident expert (Marcia Brinley, a Professional Engineer and Board Certified Environmental Engineer responsible for developing the Crystal Lake Management Plan) and lake maintenance contractor, including lake bathymetry, water quality reports, previous PowerPoint presentations to the Hampton Lake community at large, 2023 and 2024 YSI data, logbook detailing activities performed since fall 2023 to reestablish Crystal Lake, and current Long term management plan as developed by Marcia Brinley.
• Work with HLCA staff and the landscape contractor responsible for irrigation to maintain a consistent lake level by operating the local well.
• Work with HLCA staff to maintain the WaterIQ Pulsar ultrasound unit, which consists of monthly cleaning, monitoring operation via telemetry, and responding to periodic WaterIQ alarm notifications.
• Perform regular (weekly) visual observation of both planktonic and benthic algae presence by conducting on-site visits. Utilizing Marcia Brinley’s phase contrast microscope, perform microscopic examinations of lake samples, including samples of any observed algae.
• Beginning in early 2026, HLCA is installing a Laketech system which consists of a buoy equipped with two In Situ multiparameter sampling units which, using the LakeTech software, will provide continuous recording of temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, total dissolved solids, pH, oxidation reduction potential, phycocyanin and chlorophyl levels at two different depths within Crystal Lake. The candidate will work with HL staff and Marcia Brinley to adjust the LakeTech system (location and sensor depths) to provide representative sampling results.
• Perform the recommended maintenance of the In Situ monitoring units, including cleaning and calibration.
• Download, review, and analyze the data on an ongoing basis. Plot the data and identify any patterns or trends relating water quality data to algae occurrence.
• Working with HLCA staff, perform monthly PTOX and Cyanotoxin sampling following protocol developed at Mt Zion National Park for benthic HABs in recreational waters.
• Review the current preventative and reactive treatment plan. Provide recommendations for plan modifications to reduce costs while maintaining an HAB-free environment.
• Summarize all data and present conclusions to HLCA staff and Marcia Brinley.
  Hampton Lake
• Review historical information related to Hampton Lake as available on the member website including recent Water Quality and Sport fishery Reports as prepared by our lake maintenance contractor, stormwater management design information, etc.
• Working with our resident expert, develop a sampling plan for execution throughout the summer of 2026 including visual observations of algae presence and utilizing a YSI multiparameter DSS pro handheld sampling instrument at various locations throughout Hampton Lake to provide representative information related to general water quality. The YSI DSS measures temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, total dissolved solids, pH, oxidation reduction potential, phycocyanin and chlorophyl levels.
• Work with HLCA staff to execute the sampling plan. Operate and periodically calibrate the YSS meter. Download, review, and analyze the data on an ongoing basis. Plot the data and identify any patterns or trends relating water quality data to algae presence.
• Present information gathered to HLCA staff, Marcia Brinley, and our lake maintenance contractor with the goal of establishing a long-term plan for lake management activities to minimize HABs.
  General Research
• Perform research, summarize conclusions and write one-paper identifying probable risks associated with exposure to HAB’s based on typical activities within affected waters.
  QUALIFICATIONS:
• Course work in Environmental Engineering/Civil Engineering/Biosystems Engineering/Environmental Science/Ecology is helpful
• Ability to enforce Hampton Lake’s standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to think clearly and remain calm under pressure, making sound and logical decisions quickly.
• Have basic computer skills and have working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, such as Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluency in English.
  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Work tasks are performed both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to reach different outlets and other departments on a timely basis.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual accuracy
  PLEASE CONTACT: Shelle Spence at sspence@hamptonlakeclub.com
  We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.
  Hampton Lake participates in e-Verify.

The Water Technology Group at Black & Veatch is seeking to fill student internships for Summer 2026.

What is the Water Technology Group at Black & Veatch?

• Our teams: Consists of two separate groups: (1) drinking water and advanced treatment team and (2) wastewater team.  I am on the drinking/advanced side, but happy to pass off referrals to the wastewater team as well.
• Our work: Our team works at all steps of process engineering design, from planning, lab work, pilot/demo studies, conceptual and preliminary design, detailed design, system startup and commissioning, and optimization.  Our process folks are just a small part of the Black & Veatch water sector, which employs thousands in civil, mechanical, I&C, chemical, etc… so our process team can really focus on what we do best: process design!
• Our people: Our drinking/advanced team has >30 professionals around the USA, largely folks with M.S./Ph.D. or is seeking such degrees.

Our Ideal Candidate will have:

• Consulting: an interest in engineering design consulting
• Degree: Water or process-related degree (e.g., Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering)
• Graduation Timeline:
  • Not graduating before Dec 2026
• Location: Openness to locations such as the following (other locations are possible for the right candidate):
  • Orlando, FL
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Overland Park, KS
• Experiences
  • Process Design : process design experience/knowledge (think: mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), lab work, pilot work, etc…)
  • Water Treatment: water treatment processes experience/knowledge (e.g., reverse osmosis, microfiltration, disinfection, oxidation, ozone, ultraviolet (UV), advanced oxidation (AOP)), or treatment of contaminants (e.g., pathogens, PFAS, CECs, taste and odor, etc…)
  • Coursework: coursework background in water treatment engineering / design, Wastewater treatment engineering / design, chemical/physical principles, water chemistry, hydraulics…

Hamed Torkzadeh, Ph.D.

Process Engineer | Water

Black & Veatch

D +1 913-458-3702 (CT)

E Torkzadehh@bv.com

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The South Carolina Mitigation Association (SCMA) 2025 scholarship program is accepting applications until June 30, 2025.    A minimum of two awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 will be awarded to eligible individuals currently engaged in education related to ecological restoration or mitigation. Eligible individuals include undergraduate students, preferably juniors and seniors, and graduate students at a college or university in South Carolina pursuing studies or conducting research related to ecosystem restoration or mitigation. Eligible students must be enrolled in an institution or higher learning in the fall of 2025. Scholarship awards will be sent directly to the college or university.

Ecosystem Field Studies (EcoFS) is thrilled to announce  our summer, 3-credit field courses:   Caribbean Ecosystem Field Studies Colorado Ecosystem Field Studies     Get your undergrads in nature, breathing fresh air, earning credit and enjoying an inspiring field course in the safest of all classrooms: the outdoors!   EcoFS courses are a valuable complement to students’ classroom knowledge and an excellent opportunity to practice scientific field research skills. The courses are accredited for 3 undergraduate semester credits by the University of Montana at Missoula, Environmental Studies Program (ENST 391).  EcoFS is an official academic partner to the University of Montana. Undergrads of any year in an ecosystem related department/major such as yours are welcome to apply. There is no set deadline to apply. Feel free to review all course info at the EcoFS website:   EcoFS Website   I am respectfully asking for your help! Can you please help by distributing the message to your undergrads by one or more of the following ways: 1. Forward this email directly to your undergrads 2. Copy/paste below text message into an email   3. Print & post the below flyer links or email the flyer  Your assistance is essential in getting the word out to potential students. Thank you for your support in making this safe & rewarding field opportunity available to your undergrads. This is EcoFS’ 18th year of programming to over 900 satisfied students and we hope to serve some of yours.  Some college advisors have requested a Zoom presentation which have been vey helpful.  If you would like EcoFS to provide a short video presentation on our programs  please let me know. Additionally if there is any way to further integrate into your curriculum I am open to ideas.  You can view & download course syllabi at the links below:   Colorado EcoFS Syllabus   Caribbean EcoFS Syllabus   Please email me or call 303 859-0173 with any questions.   Steve Johnson Professor & Course Director    COPY/PASTE TEXT MESSAGE BELOW:     SUMMER, 3-CREDIT, FIELD COURSES IN COLORADO & THE CARIBBEAN! with Ecosystem Field Studies   www.ecofs.org An opportunity to apply your classroom & textbook learning while immersed in a spectacular & transformative environmental academic setting!   Caribbean Ecosystem Field Studies * Study, SCUBA, & Snorkel on the Caribbean coast of Mexico       May 20- June 9, 2025 Colorado Ecosystem Field Studies   * Study, camp, & hike in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado *      July 18- August 7, 2025 Earn 3 undergraduate college transfer credits in these exciting 3-week, hands-on field study courses. Learn practical scientific skills & methods in field research through active investigations. Engage & connect with a dynamic & diverse group of student peers from throughout the US and beyond Get out in nature, breath fresh air, earn credit, and enjoy a safe and inspiring field science course in the Colorado Rocky Mountains or the Caribbean Coral reef Open to students from all universities & majors | Accredited by the University of Montana at Missoula, Environmental Studies Program: ENST 391- for 3 undergraduate semester transfer credits Direct questions to Professor Steve Johnson, EcoFS Director at steve@ecofs.org  Visit www.ecofs.org for all info     Click on link or image below for Course Flyer:   2025 EcoFS Summer Flyer (pdf)

Research Experience for Undergraduates: Assessment and Sustainable Management of Ecosystem Services (EcoREU)

Sponsor

University of Arkansas

Deadline Date

15-Jan-2025

Funding

7,000.00 USD

Program Information

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Contact Name

Dr. Kusum Naithani

Contact Telephone

479-575-6342

Contact Email

ecoreu@uark.edu

Sponsor Website

https://biology.uark.edu

Program URL

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Deadline Dates (ALL)

15-Jan-2025

Synopsis

Undergraduate students who are interested in doing research about environmental systems or sustainability can apply to do the Research Experience for Undergraduates program with the University of Arkansas. The EcoREU focuses on field- and

lab-based research in areas such as water quality, sustainability, biofuels, agroecosystems, and more. Projects are supervised by university professors and vary from year-to-year based on the most current work conducted at the University of Arkansas and partnering universities. During the 10-week program, students will get a crash course about ecosystem services, conduct research with help and guidance from their advisor, and learn how to analyze their data and share their results with peers and other researchers.

 As requested, below are details and instructions on how students access FE Exam Waiver.  

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Waiver Instructions:

 Students create an NCEES account at https://ncees.org/  and include Clemson University in their profile

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Students complete the “Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Waiver Form” found on the FE Exam website, and include their 7-digit NCEES ID 

Engagement Staff apply an examination waiver to the student’s NCEES account 

Students sign up for the FE Exam using their NCEES account – the waiver is applied upon checkout 

Please note:  

• Students must plan to take the FE exam within the next six months of form completion 

Questions about this process should be sent to engagement@clemson.edu

Instructions on how to access the FE Exam Waiver is outlined below.

1.  Students create an NCEES account at https://ncees.org and include Clemson University in their profile

2.    Students complete the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Waiver Form found on the FE Exam website, and include their 7 digit NCEES ID

3.  Engagement Staff apply an examination waiver to the student’s NCEES account

4.  Students sign up for the FE Exam using their NCEES account – the waiver is applied at checkout

Please note:  Students must plan to take the FF Exam within 6 months of form completion.  Exam waivers are available until funding is exhausted.

Questions about the waiver and this process should be directed to engagement@clemson.edu.