Info Session: UW Study Abroad Opportunities in Australia (5/16)

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Hello from UW Study Abroad!

Are you interested in studying abroad in Australia?
Don’t know where to start?
Should you choose Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, or Perth?
Are kangaroos the main transportation device?

To learn more, come to an info session about study abroad in Australia on: Tuesday, May 16 from 5 – 6pm at UW Study Abroad in Schmitz 459.

We will cover topics ranging from:

  • Why study abroad in Australia
  • Which city to study abroad in
  • How to finance your program
  • Tips about the four exchange programs

Please RSVP here by Friday, May 12.
https://docs.google.com/a/uw.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjc_gvBaR-CenceDxUhbRJVzLRwPg4y7Q9rEuof2y0EkUytQ/viewform?c=0&w=1

We hope to see you there! There will be Vegemite and other Aussie snacks as well.

See you there!

Daniel Kim
University of Queensland Exchange Participant, 2016

[UW Today]: Invasive green crab found at Dungeness Spit

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from UW Today, April 26, 2017, “Invasive green crab found at Dungeness Spit”

Allen Pleus/Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
A European green crab found at Dungeness Spit, Sequim, this month.

A new population of invasive European green crab has been found at Dungeness Spit, near Sequim, Washington, rekindling concern over the potential for damage to local marine life and shorelines.

The first discovery of this globally damaging invasive crab in Washington’s Salish Sea was made by Crab Team volunteers last August on San Juan Island, followed quickly by a detection at the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, near Mt. Vernon. In both cases, rapid-response trapping and removal by a joint-agency team showed that the crabs were present, but still very rare in those locations.Staff and volunteers from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which manages Dungeness Spit National Wildlife Refuge, captured a total of 13 European green crab over the past two weeks as part of the UW-based Washington Sea Grant Crab Team early detection program. These numbers indicate that the invasive crabs are more abundant at Dungeness Spit than at the two other known locations in Washington’s inland waters.

“This is a very different situation,” said Crab Team program coordinator Emily Grason. “In Padilla Bay, the crabs we found were too far apart to find and mate with each other, but at Dungeness Spit, multiple crabs are being found at the same site, over successive days of trapping. This indicates a situation where the population could grow very quickly, if we don’t intervene.”

read the full story at UW Today

[job]: Data Management Specialist 2, Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (Seattle, WA)

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The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission has just announced 3 new debriefing positions.
Please pass this announcement out to anyone you know that may be interested in becoming a Debriefer in our program.
Requisition Number: 17-875
Job Title: Data Mgmt Special 2-Nat Sci (SEA 7-9H)
Published Job Title: Data Management Specialist 2
excerpt from the job posting:

Position/Project Specifics:

The Data Management Specialist 2 (Natural Science) will assist the Alaska Fisheries Science Center’s (AFSC) Fisheries Monitoring and Analysis Division (FMA) with data management. The position is located at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, 7600 Sandpoint Way N.E., Seattle, Washington. The job duties of this position will be to assess, track and ensure that data collected by fisheries observers meets data quality standards.

This position reports to the Debriefing Services Supervisor and is primarily responsible for:

  • Serving as an inseason advisor for fisheries observers deployed to commercial fishing vessels.
  • Conducting mid-cruise debriefings of fisheries observers during their deployment to commercial fishing vessels.
  • Conducting final debriefings of fisheries observers at the completion of their deployment to commercial fishing vessel.
  • Ensuring the data collection methods used by fisheries observers are consistent with the programs’ established procedures.
  • Ensuring that all data collected by fisheries observers meets the program’s data quality standards.
  • Assisting fisheries observers to resolve data collection and recording problems.
  • Assisting in the briefing of fisheries observers prior to their deployment.
  • Interacting with members of the fishing industry to assess whether their vessel meets Federal requirements for fisheries observer sample stations.
  • Working and communicating with FMA staff to ensure data integrity and consistency.

Pay is $21.12/hour, expected start date is June 5, 2017 and application close date is 5/16/2017.

[UW Today] New many-toothed clingfish discovered with help of digital scans

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from UW Today, April 17, 2017. Note: Adam Summers teaches regularly at Friday Harbor Labs, and he is scheduled to teach BIOL 467: Comparative Animal Physiology at FHL in autumn 2017. You can apply for fall quarter at FHL now, with an early enrollment deadline of May 15.

Kevin Conway and Glenn Moore (via UW Today)
The only two known specimens were found on museum shelves, where they had sat for 40 years.

A set of curious researchers, state-of-the-art visual technology and a bit of good luck helped find a new fish whose tooth collection could put a shark to shame.

Scientists at the University of Washington, Texas A&M University and the Western Australian Museum have discovered and named a new genus and species of clingfish after stumbling upon a specimen preserved in a jar dating back to the 1970s. The fish was unmistakably different from the other 160 known clingfishes, named for the disc on their bellies that can summon massive sticking power in wet, slimy environments.

The researchers named the new species “duckbilled clingfish” (Nettorhamphos radula) for its broad, flat snout ― not unlike the bill of a duck ― that houses an impressive number of tiny, conical teeth.

A detailed description of the new genus and species was published April 14 in the journal Copeia.“This fish has characteristics we just haven’t seen before in other clingfish. It’s the teeth that really gave away the fact that this is a new species,” said lead author Kevin Conway, a fish taxonomist and associate professor at Texas A&M University.

Scientists, including co-author Adam Summers of the University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories, are interested in clingfish for their ability to stick to rough surfaces. The finger-sized fish uses suction forces to hold up to 150 times its own body weight. Understanding the biomechanics of these fish could be useful in designing devices and instruments to be used in surgery, or to tag and track whales in the ocean.

Conway and co-author Glenn Moore of Western Australian Museum discovered the new clingfish while looking through specimens preserved in jars at the museum in Welshpool, Australia. It’s common for unknown specimens collected during surveys to be registered and shelved until an expert has the time, and interest, to take a closer look. This specimen was caught off the coast of Southern Australia in 1977. Even though the fish is only as big as a pinky finger, its unique teeth structure caught their attention.

[read the full article at UW Today]

Autumn Quarter at Friday Harbor Labs

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Hyejoo Ro is junior pursuing a B.S. with a major in Aquatic & Fishery Sciences and a minor in Marine Biology. She spent the entire autumn quarter 2016 at the UW’s marine field station taking courses under the ‘Marine Biology Quarter’. Friday Harbor Labs is now accepting applications for autumn 2017 courses. Courses are available for students at any level with an interest in taking a full schedule of courses in a unique setting on the Salish Sea. Find out more at the new Friday Harbor Labs website.

The dock at FHLThe Salish Sea is a unique environment. Friday Harbor is a wonderful place to explore the diverse array of marine life that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Not only does Friday Harbor Labs immerse you to a beautiful environment, but also provides students with a plethora of resources for marine sciences. I had the chance to spend fall quarter of my sophomore year that the Labs. While I was at Friday Harbor, I was enrolled in the marine biology quarter.

I took classes that fulfilled my major requirements, and explored what it takes to conduct research in the marine sciences field. The classes were a unique experience at Friday Harbor Labs because of the small, and intimate class sizes (no more than 16 students). This allowed me to get extra help when needed, and develop a strong connection with my professors and TA’s. Since we were located so close to the Puget Sound, many lab sessions involved going into the field to observe, and catch specimens (fish) to bring back to the Labs. This provided a better understanding of the organisms because we were able to see the habitat a fish was adapted to, and we were able to keep the fish alive, throughout the quarter, and observed how it moved and behaved.

Research was a whole other experience at the Labs. There are many different researchers at the Labs from all over the world. Friday Harbor Labs provided an intimate setting for me to speak with researchers about their projects, and how they got to be where they are. I was also able to participate in scientific research during the quarter. The research my team and I conducted was on eelgrass stressors, specifically small invertebrate grazers. We took part in the process of what it takes to conduct research in marine science. We quickly learned that the scientific method is not easy. Luckily we had a lot of support from our classmates, and most importantly, our mentors.

Overall Friday Harbor Labs is a community that serves to fulfill an immersive marine biology experience. I am glad that I took advantage of the facilities Friday Harbor Labs has to offer. I was in a place where people are passionate about the marine life, and willing to share passion and knowledge to students.

[job]: Seasonal Biological Tech, Cramer Fish Sciences Watershed Sciences Lab (Issaquah, WA)

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Job Description – Seasonal Biological Technician
FOCUS:  Watershed Restoration, Monitoring and Assessment
LOCATION:  CFS Watershed Sciences Lab, Issaquah, WA

Approximate Dates: June 26th – September 15th

Overview: The Biological Technician assists senior staff in conducting fieldwork and data collections, literature reviews, data management and summaries and problem solving.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform hands on work which may include fish trapping and tagging, visual estimation techniques (e.g., snorkeling, redd surveys), collecting data on the physical environment
  • Perform habitat assessments including surveys of stream habitat condition, measurements of streamside vegetation conditions, and water quality monitoring
  • Conduct data collection, entry, and organization and basic summaries of fisheries and aquatic habitat related data
  • Prepare and organize the upkeep of all equipment and supplies needed for field work
  • Assist Lead Biologists on various tasks including: collecting data, literature reviews, performing statistical analyses and problem solving for various projects, studies and other assignments
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Personal Attributes

  • Knowledge of fisheries, forestry or wildlife studies
  • Safety conscious in all aspects of field and office work
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team with strong organization skills
  • Approaches work from a high-energy, efficient standpoint
  • Ability to accurately interpret and follow established guidelines and procedures
  • Ability to produce accurate, timely and quality work products to meet project objectives
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others to resolve problems
  • Positive attitude and energy to complete all tasks and objectives

Minimum Qualifications:   

  • Undergraduate course work in Fisheries, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
  • Comfortable working in aquatic environments including swimming and wading in streams
  • Must be able to work effectively in inclement weather in remote locations
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Working irregular hours in various kinds of weather and potentially rugged terrain
  • Willing to travel overnight and stay in remote locations for 2-8 days at a time
  • Basic level proficiency with MS Office Suite
  • Entry-level skills in data entry, developing graphs and basic data summaries
  • Valid driver license

Closing Date:  May 5, or until filled.

Location:  Issaquah, WA

Pay Rate: $16.50/hour

How to apply:

Please send resume to Christopher Clark; Christopher.clark@fishsciences.net

April Events with the SeaDawgs (Marine Biology Student Club)

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Hope all of you are having a good spring quarter so far! The Sea Dawgs officers have a few events planned for this quarter so please come out and join us.
Canoeing at the Waterfront Activities Center- April 22nd
On Earth Day we will be congregating at the WAC to go canoeing on Lake Washington! Currently, there is a 10% chance of rain on this day so we are looking forward to a nice trip! If the rain does come, we will be meeting in Mary Gates Hall to have a Planet Earth Marathon. Both events will be potluck-style so feel free to bring any sort of food!
Seattle Aquarium Behind the Scenes tour*- April 29th
*note: this trip does have a $10 cost to support admission cost, but this is a reduced price to go to the aquarium and see some of the behind the scenes areas that are open to the general public which would be a cool opportunity. Also since the behind the scenes tour has limited space we have to limit it to about the first 30 people who pay.
For more information or updates check our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/UWSeaDawgs/“

Thanks for your help!

Best,
Hyejoo

[student job]: Student Career Services & Academic Affairs Assistant, College of the Environment Dean’s Office

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Employer: College of the Environment – Academic Affairs
Contact: envjobs@uw.edu
Position: College of the Environment Career Services & Academic Affairs Program Assistant
HuskyJobs ID: 112980
Posting open: 3/20/2017
Posting closes: 4/20/2017

Work Schedule:

Must be available to work 10-15 hours/week on at least 2 non-consecutive weekdays per week for a minimum of 3-hour shifts at a time.

Description:

Primary duties of the Student Career Services & Academic Affairs assistant include managing the College of the Environment Career Opportunities Page, coordinating the College of the Environment Undergraduate Student Ambassador Program, and assisting in the management, planning, and execution of events, such as the annual Environmental Career Fair and Future Student Visit Day.

Specifically, duties include:

  • Posting career opportunities to the College of the Environment Career Opportunities Page regularly (at least every other day during the work week)
  • Managing envjobs@uw.edu email account to collect job announcements for posting in a timely manner and responding to user questions.
  • Following up with employers to clarify questions about position announcements.
  • Managing a regular schedule of advertising the Career Opportunities Page to employers and UW faculty, students, and staff.
  • Tracking and analyzing Career Opportunities Page analytics for use in assessment and reporting.
  • Assisting in the management and planning of major annual events (Environmental Career Fair, Future Student Visit Day, Admitted Student Preview Days, etc.), including room and equipment reservations, catering, recruitment, advertising, and other event-day logistics.
  • Supporting the Student Ambassador Program with training, events, scheduling, and meeting logistics.
  • Managing the envamb@uw.edu inbox and coordinating messaging between prospective students and student ambassadors.
  • Performing other duties to assist the Office of Academic Affairs, including course promotion, logistics, and special projects.

Division:

College of the Environment – Dean’s Office

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States

Position Type

On-Campus Student Employment

Desired Class Level

Undergraduate (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior)

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have a genuine interest in the College’s focus on environment, sustainability, and conservation and specifically be interested in environmental career pathways and/or career services. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize several competing tasks and projects. In addition, candidates must be comfortable with computers, work well as a member of a team, communicate effectively with colleagues, exercise good judgment, be open to learning new skills, and meet deadlines.

  • Experience with MS Office, specifically Word (mail merge) and Excel
  • Knowledge of how to edit and update web pages, specifically Word Press

Salary:

Salary and benefits are competitive. Salary is commensurate with academic standing, qualifications, and experience.

To Apply:

Email a cover letter (1 page maximum) and resume to the selection committee at envjobs@uw.edu.

Priority Application Deadline: April 20, 2017

Friday Harbor Labs info session Thursday, 4/20 2:30pm MGH 171 E

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Friday Harbor Labs Info Session: Autumn Quarter 2017

Spend autumn quarter studying at the UW’s marine field station in the San Juan Islands. Get started by attending the following info session:

INFO SESSION: Spring and Summer Quarter at Friday Harbor

When: Thursday, April 20, 2:30 – 3:30 pm

Where: Mary Gates Hall Center for Experiential Learning (MGH 171 E)

REGISTER: tinyurl.com/FHLautumn17

Learn more about what spending a quarter studying full time in the San Juan Islands can mean for you. Courses are available for students starting their exploration of marine biology up to senior undergraduates. Meet some of our teaching faculty and learn how to apply and fund your quarter at ‘FHL’.

FHL Autumn 2017 courses list

Why Study at Friday Harbor Labs?

 

  •      Explore the marine environment of the Salish Sea where your classroom is a marine preserve, and the boats are just steps away from your dorm.
  •      Fall courses for students at all levels and majors: intro marine biology, creative writing, environmental literature, and oceanography are just some of the topics.
  •      Get to know your teachers with class sizes frequently less than 20 students.

 

Courses may be applied to a Minor in Marine Biology. Check with your major adviser to see if they can apply to your major.

Early Admissions Application Deadline for Autumn Quarter is May 15

Autumn 2017 Semester at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (Apply Now)

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Join us in Woods Hole for Fall 2017! Conduct research in state-of-the-art facilities and learn about the ocean from leaders in ocean science and engineering. The Semester at WHOI (SAW) program is for juniors and seniors who are interested in obtaining an advanced degree in ocean sciences, ocean engineering or related fields in the geosciences. The program features a semester-long, for-credit research project overseen by a WHOI scientist or engineer, as well as the opportunity to take graduate-level courses modified for undergraduate credit.

More information: www.whoi.edu/semester-at-whoi
Contact: education@whoi.edu