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9/28/07 10/1/07 The Ecological Society of America's SEEDS Undergraduate Research Fellowship application deadline has been extended to October 1.  The SEEDS program promotes ecology opportunities to students that are underrepresented in the profession.  Don't miss this unique opportunity to customize your ecology research experience.  The possibilities with the SEEDS fellowship are unparalleled, with awardees having almost the entire ESA membership, 10,000 strong, to choose from as mentors. Fellowship students essentially conduct a mini thesis from writing a proposal, to conducting their research and analyzing results, to presenting at the ESA meeting.  The fellowship stipend is $6,000, plus all research expenses, plus travel to two ESA meetings and a leadership meeting making the total award over $12,000.  The SEEDS fellowship is the highest honor in the SEEDS program, and fellows are encouraged as future leaders of ESA.  To learn more about the SEEDS fellowship and to apply, visit http://www.esa.org/seeds/fellowship/about.php.

Melissa Armstrong
SEEDS Program Manager
www.esa.org/seeds

9/28/07 2007 Fall Career Fair Tuesday, October 2nd & Wednesday, October 3rd
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Stamp Student Union

Don’t miss this chance to meet with organizations like: AmeriCorps,   AT&T, B,G&E, (a Constellation Energy Company), Consolidated Graphics,   Inc., Dante Consulting Inc., Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Frito-Lay, Intel   Corporation, NASA, National Children’s Center, National Public Radio,   National Security Agency, Peace Corps, Ripken Baseball, The Japan   Exchange and Teaching Program, The Reinforced Earth Company, and the   US Department of State.

Attire is professional and be sure to bring copies of your current   resume and valid UMCP student ID!

ARE YOUR STUDENTS PREPARED TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THE FAIR?

To be prepared and successful at the fair, check the University   Career Center website to see how you can attend the various workshops   including a resume clinic. For more information on all attending   organizations visit: www.CareerCenter.umd.edu, follow the link for   "Employers registered to attend" under the Fall Career Fair.

The 2007 Fall Career Fair is co-sponsored by the University Career   Center, The President’s Promise and Dante Consulting.

9/28/07 The Children’s Inn at NIH Internship Opportunity

The Children's Inn at NIH is a private, non-profit, family-centered   residence for pediatric outpatients at the National Institutes of   Health and for their families. Its purposes are to keep children   together with their families during serious illness, reduce their   stress and facilitate their healing through mutual support.

TCI is a unique public-private partnership.  Candidates would have   the opportunity to be exposed to federal policies and procedures as   well as the operations and management of a non-profit organization.    For those interested in working with children and families managing   chronic and/or life-threatening illness, the Inn offers a unique   opportunity.

Rotations in the following areas are among the options, with the   possibility of additional rotations based on the needs of candidates   and the organization:

  • Child and Family Programming
  • Financial Management
  • Human Resources
  • Property Management
  • Facilities
  • Residential Program Operations
  • Non-profit Management
  • Legal Issues in a Non-profit Operating within a Federal Environment
  • Clinical Administration
  • Fundraising and Public Relations
  • Association Management
  • Board and Committee Administration
  • Volunteer Management

TCI is looking for motivated Juniors, Seniors and Graduate Students   who are positive, energetic and compassionate; have the ability to   work with families in crisis, are flexible and adapt to priority   changes; are reliable and committed; pay attention to detail; enjoy   learning new things; strive to produce high-quality work; conduct   themselves in a professional manner and are very organized.

Majors/backgrounds which would best fit our internships include:   Behavioral & Social Science, Social Work, Healthcare, Public Health,   Business Administration/Management, Public Policy, and Architecture &   Construction, but we are open to others who may be interested in a   non-profit or hospitality house environment.  Through the development   of a training plan by the agency, mentor and intern, internships at   TCI are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual and include challenging projects and tasks that are both   meaningful and stimulating.  Additionally, our experienced mentors   and managers work side by side with interns offering invaluable   insight to maximize the experience.

Interested candidates may learn more about The Children’s Inn at NIH   by visiting www.childrensinn.org. To submit your resume or to request   additional information, please contact:

Tammy F. Pinson, MS, SPHR
Director of Human Resources
The Children's Inn at NIH
7 West Drive
Bethesda, Maryland  20814
(301) 451-9458 (office)
(301) 402-6884 (fax)
www.childrensinn.org
pinsont@mail.nih.gov

9/28/07  We want you!!!      

Join our team!      
Tutor/Therapist needed for our son diagnosed with “Autism”      
Zack is a great kid who has made tremendous progress!      
He loves music, hiking, laughing, and is excited about learning.      

Part-time: Eves and Weekends
Experience is not necessary-our team is enthusiastic about      teaching newcomers! We will teach you Sign Language as well!      

Requirements:      

  • Must speak English clearly and enjoy kids
  •      
  • Energy, Enthusiasm, and a dedicated commitment to your work.
  •      
  • Valid Drivers License and transportation by car to Job-site

Starting Salary:  $16.00 per hour!
E-mail:  mimisilverman@hotmail.com      

Our Program is supervised by a Behavior Specialist   

 We provide on the job training to all our Tutors!   Not only will   this be a personally rewarding experience for anyone who likes   children it will provide valuable experience and hands-on training   for a student going into the field. Because of the intense nature of   this therapy, each therapist’s hours will be limited to 10 hrs. Per   week. In order to maintain continuity we require you to attend &   participate in a weekly team meeting.

9/24/07 FALL CAREER FAIR – October 2 & 3, 2007 – 10 AM - 3 PM – Stamp Student   Union

Have you known what career you’ve wanted to pursue your whole life?   Still don’t know? Whether you are one or the other, or somewhere in   between, the Fall Career Fair is right for you! And the Fall Career   Fair is not just for seniors actively seeking employment. The Fall   Career Fair is a fantastic opportunity for all students to get a head   start on pursuing their career goals!

  • Polish your presentation.  It’s never too early to design a resume,   shake hands and chat with employers. The more you talk with   employers, the more comfortable you’ll be when it really matters.
  • Dress to impress!
  • Gather information. It’s easy to say you are a (fill in the blank)   major, but have you ever thought about the career you are going to   pursue when you graduate? Browse internship and  job opportunities    that interest you ahead of time, and then speak with the targeted   employers the day of the fair. As a result, you’ll have a better   understanding of how various career fields relate to majors offered   at the University of Maryland.
  • Prepare for your future. Start networking with employers and   marketing yourself. Find out what employers are looking for in a   candidate. It’s a perfect time to start getting experience!

The 2007 Fall Career Fair is co-sponsored by the University Career   Center, The President’s Promise and Dante Consulting. For more   information visit: www.CareerCenter.umd.edu or stop by the University   Career Center, 3rd Floor Hornbake Library, S. Wing.

See you at the Fair!

9/20/07 Sales Associate Position

We are a small medical supply store located in Olney and are looking   to fill a part-time slot for a sales associate. This is a great opportunity for someone who desires a career in sales, marketing or a medical related   field.
This can be either a part-time position or an internship of about 20   hoursper week.

Job description includes assisting customers with finding the correct equipment or supplies for their needs; ascertain customer needs, find   and size appropriate equipment; fill out appropriate insurance paperwork and submit it for billing; answer phone and take messages; maintain the   customer filing system; place orders and receive deliveries; deliver equipment   and supplies; and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • ablility to work with minimal supervision
  • Organized
  • good listener and communicator
  • interest in learning about medical equipment and supplies
  • willing to learn
  • capable of multi-tasking

Desired but not required:

  • some retail sales experience
  • some medical background
  • some knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid

Pay range is dependent on student's experience in the field.

Apply via email to akapur@hawkeyemedical.com

9/20/07 2007 Fall Career Fair
Tuesday, October 2nd & Wednesday, October 3rd 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Stamp Student Union

Over half of the employers responding to NACE’s Job Outlook 2008 Fall Preview survey said they plan to increase their hiring! And, for the 2nd year-in-a-row, employers are beating down the doors and standing in   lines to attend our career fair for the chance to share their internship and full-time job opportunities with UMCP students!

Don’t let your students miss this chance to meet with organizations   like: AmeriCorps, AT&T, B,G&E, (a Constellation Energy Company), Consolidated Graphics, Inc., Dante Consulting Inc., Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Frito-Lay, Intel Corporation, NASA, National Children’s Center, National Public   Radio, National Security Agency, Peace Corps, Ripken Baseball, The Japan   Exchange and Teaching Program, The Reinforced Earth Company, and the US   Department of State.

Students should dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their current resumes along with a valid UMCP student ID!

For more information on all attending organizations visit:
www.CareerCenter.umd.edu, follow the link for "Employers registered to attend" under the Fall Career Fair.

The 2007 Fall Career Fair is co-sponsored by the University Career   Center, The President’s Promise and Dante Consulting.

9/20/07 >IAESTE: Internships Abroad!

IAESTE will hold its Kickoff at 6:00 pm, Tuesday September 25 in the   Margaret Brent Room in the Stamp Student Union. FREE FOOD.

If you:

  • are majoring in (or thinking about majoring in): science, math,   engineering, architecture or agriculture
  • are interested in interning abroad for a month to a year
  • want to learn about other cultures
  • want to interact with international interns

then IAESTE is for you!

http://www.engr.umd.edu/iaeste
http://umd.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2256865948

iaesteumcp@umd.edu

9/20/07 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
1112 16th Street, NW ω Suite 700
Washington, DC  20020

Youth Wellness Department Interns
Support the efforts of the YMCA of Metropolitan PhD (Physical Healthy   and Driven) program. This program works with youth between the ages   of 5-13 to combat obesity. The PHD program increases the awareness of   living a healthy lifestyle through fun physical activities and   nutritional counseling. Interns would plan, implement and manage   youth wellness and fitness programs at multiple branches and program   centers. In addition, they will provide support with marketing and   community outreach related to this program.

Full-time and Part-time internships are available.

For more information please contact Marcus Taylor at Mtaylor@ymcawashdc.org or consult: www.ymcawashdc.org.

Health and Wellness Interns

Assist the wellness staff with creating, implementing, and delivering   youth and adult wellness programs for groups and individual fitness   programs. Participants may also assist in general office duties,   fitness evaluations, orientations, and workshops.  This may include   marketing and promotional tasks such as desktop publishing, survey   design and evaluating health fair promotions.   There are many   different disciplines to choose from, e.g., group exercise; floor   staff; new member orientations; fitness testing and evaluations;   youth fitness; personal training; program planning; delivery and   evaluation; sports management; etc.

For more information contact:

Contact: Ed Fones
Volunteer Leadership Director
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
efones@ymcawashdc.org or 202-7974478
www.ymcawashdc.org

At the YMCA We Build Strong Kids, Strong Families and Strong Communities

9/17/07 10/22/07, 1/31/08, 2/29/08 NASA Undergraduate Student Research Program

NASA-USRP offers undergraduate students across the United States   internships at NASA centers under the supervision of technical mentors.  This prestigious program seeks rising sophomore, junior and senior   students in the disciplines of engineering, math, computer science and life/physical sciences.  Students may apply for 10-week summer session and 15-week   spring or fall session.  NASA-USRP provides students with hands-on, real-life research experiences that challenge, inspire and bring practical   application to complement the students’ academic education.  Stipends are $6,000   for the summer session and $9,000 for fall and spring, plus a round-trip travel allowance.  Application deadlines are:

Spring - October 22, 2007
Summer - January 31, 2008
Fall - February 29, 2008

Visit http://www.education.nasa.gov/usrp for more details.

9/17/07 until filled Student Internship for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analysis

The College Park Committee for a Better Environment (CBE) (http://www.ci.college-park.md.us/committee_for_a_better_environme.htm or http://www.collegeparkmd.gov/committee_for_a_better_environme.htm) seeks a   graduate or exceptional undergraduate student to conduct a greenhouse   gas (GHG) emissions inventory for the City of College Park. The   intern’s primary responsibilities include the following:

  • Complete a baseline GHG inventory and forecast, using   specialized software.
  • Identify possible actions and targets of opportunity for   reducing the city’s global warming footprint, with the help of the   software
  • Work closely with CBE, City employees and representatives   from utilities to collect emissions data.
  • Communicate all findings and issues, both verbally and in a   final written report, to assigned CBE contacts.

Requirements:

  • Well-organized, detail-oriented, good investigative and   research skills
  • Experience with issues surrounding energy use and utilities
  • Basic computer and data-manipulation skills
  • Assertive personality, persistence, and strong people skills
  • Strong writing skills
  • General understanding of the causes, science, and impacts of   global warming and climate change
  • Prior experience working for and knowledge of local   government is preferable but not required

Time Commitment: 200 hours total. Weekly hours are flexible with a   minimum requirement of 10 hours per week.

Compensation: $15 per hour,course credit, or a combination of both

To Apply: Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to:   jascourt@umich.edu OR send by U.S. mail to Stephen Jascourt, Chair,   CBE Energy Audit Subcommittee, 5121 Kenesaw St, College Park, MD   20740. Screening will begin on Sep 17 and may continue until the   position is filled.

 Note: The intern will be an independent contractor working for CBE   and will not be an employee of the City of College Park.

9/17/07 9/17/07 Part time UTA in BSCI207.

The Biological Sciences Program will hire one more UTA in  BSCI207   Fall 2007.  Requirements include:

  • Junior standing
  • An A in BSCI207
  • Overall GPA 3.5 or higher
  • Available 10 hours a week
  • Good interpersonal skills to deal with other undergraduates

Duties will include:

  • Attending BSCI207 lectures
  • Holding office hours for helping students
  • Grading papers and exams
  • Holding review sessions
  • Otherwise helping instructors and students in course.

Duties begin as soon as UTA selected and continue through the the end   of the semester.

Pay: $9.00 per hour.

Please send a statement of interest, a resume, and a UID by Monday   September 17 to:
jpresson@umd.edu.

Joelle Presson, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean
Undergraduate Academic Programs
College of Chemical and Life Sciences
College Park, MD  20742
301-405-6892

9/14/07 TUTORS NEEDED AT PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY SCHOOLS

Prince George’s County Public Schools is looking for college students to serve as tutors for the Advancement Via Individual Determination program (AVID).  AVID is in-school academic support for students in grades   4-12 that prepares students for college eligibility and success.  AVID is also an elective class intended to provide for the student’s academic and   personal success. The curriculum features writing, inquiry, collaboration,   reading, note taking, study skills, and college/career/motivational activities. Tutors are essential to the success of the class, where they facilitate student assess to rigorous and serve as role models.

Nine Prince George’s County middle schools will be involved in the AVID program for the 2007-08 school year.

  • Benjamin Tasker Middle School
  • Ernest Everett Just Middle School
  • Eugene Burroughs Middle School
  • Gwynn Park Middle School
  • Kenmoor Middle School
  • Martin L. King Jr. Middle School
  • Oxon Hill Middle School
  • Samuel Ogle Middle School
  • Stephen Decatur Middle School

Tutors are essential to the success of the AVID elective class, where   they facilitate student access to rigorous curriculum. As students from   colleges and universities, tutors receive formal training and also serve as role models.

Prerequisites:

  • Possess good writing skills
  • Responsible worker
  • Effective and flexible communicators
  • Self-confident and self-initiating workers

Duties:

  • Work individually with students on writing assignments
  • Lead peer critique groups
  • Respond to student writing with oral and written comments
  • Conduct brainstorming and clustering sessions
  • Develop writing assignments
  • Teach mini-lessons
  • Establish and maintain rapport with the students
  • Assure that the students do the work
  • Order learning priorities
  • Facilitate learning; do not try to be experts in all fields.

Work Hours:
Each tutor will work a minimum of 2 hours a day;  two or threes days in a school per week. Approximately seventy minutes per   day will be spent directly with students.  Tutors would work October 1, 2007   through mid-May, 2008.  Tutors will be compensated at the rate of $10/hour.

If you are interested, please contact:  Madeline Blanding madeli.blanding@pgcps.org or Diana Kendrick diana.kendrick@pgcps.org, by phone: 301-808-8271

9/14/07 11/1/07, 3/1/08, 5/1/08 Internship Opportunities at National Aquarium in Baltimore

Organization’s Mission:  Committed to serving a diverse constituency,   the National Aquarium in Baltimore seeks to stimulate interest in, develop knowledge about, and inspire stewardship of aquatic environments.

Internship/Job Possibilities: Work with professionals within one of seventeen Aquarium careers like   Animal Programs (training and behavior), Aquarist (fish), Aviculture (birds), Community Affairs, Conservation, Conservation Education, Development (fundraising), External Affairs, Herpetology (reptiles/amphibians), Horticulture (plants), Information Technology, Marine Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation, Marine Mammal Training, Marketing, Media Relations, Publications, and Visual Productions.  (Aquarist and Conservation   Education positions are also available at the National Aquarium in Washington,   DC.)

Qualifications of Student:
Students must be enrolled at a two or four-year college or university, majoring in the field (or related field) of the internship they are   applying for, in good standing with their school, and enthusiastic.  Students   must be able to work a minimum of 120 hours within the chosen semester (summer, fall, winter, or spring). Interns must receive college credit for   internship experience.

Hours per Week:
Varies, must complete a minimum of 120 hours.

Benefits/Compensation:
Internships are volunteer/unpaid positions for college credit. Interns receive hands-on experience and a 30% discount at our food court and   gift shop.

To Apply:
For more information and an application form, visit our web site at http://www.aqua.org/internships.html, email intern@aqua.org or call the Conservation Education Department at 410-576-3888.

Application Deadlines:
November 1: Winter or Spring semesters
March 1: Summer semester
May 1:  Fall semester

Contact:
Kathy Siegfried
Youth Programs Coordinator
410-576-3888
410-659-0116 fax
intern@aqua.org

Address:
National Aquarium in Baltimore
Conservation Education Department
Pier 3 / 501 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
http://www.aqua.org

9/14/07 Seeking intern for fall or spring

College intern sought to work with researcher at the Smithsonian   Environmental Research Center for the fall of 2007 or spring 2008.    The project involves research into the biology and ecology of marine   parasites that infect microalgae (or phytoplankton) that form red   tides or harmful algal blooms.  The student will be trained in   culturing the host and parasite, microscopy, cytological staining,   designing and conducting laboratory experiments, analysis and   interpretation of data and statistics.  The work will be under the   supervision of Dr. Mario Sengco and Dr. Wayne Coats in the Protistan   Ecology Lab (http://www.serc.si.edu/labs/protistan_ecology/ index.jsp).  This is a two to three month position with the   possibility of extension.  This is an excellent opportunity to gain   practical laboratory training and experience in marine science   research.  This work is ideal for students wishing to do a semester   internship.  Basic laboratory experience and course-work in biology,   microbiology and chemistry would be desireable.

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Mario R. Sengco, Ph.D.
Research Scientist and Ecologist (Protistan Ecology Lab)
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
PO BOX 28
647 Contees Wharf Road
Edgewater, MD 21037-0028
phone (443) 482-2362
fax (443) 482 2380
email: sengcom@si.edu
http://www.serc.si.edu/labs/protistan_ecology/hab.jsp

9/12/07 10/15/07 Senior undergraduates who have done chemical research  (either at your institution or elsewhere)  are invited to apply for the Frank and Sara McKnight Prize in Undergraduate Chemistry no later than  October   15th, 2007.
Finalists will be invited to present their posters at the  UT   Southwestern Biochemistry Research Retreat  to be held in  New Braunfels, Texas,   November 9-11th, 2007.

Winners will be chosen based on the significance of their  work and excellence of presentation. Travel and accommodations at  the retreat   for finalists will be provided by UT Southwestern.

The Prize includes

  • $2000 for the 1st place winner
  • $1000 for 2nd place
  • $500 for 3rd place

The application is intended to be quite simple:

  • An abstract describing the applicant's research (there  is no formal length requirement, but typically 250 750 words should  cover the   matter);
  • A letter from the research mentor in support of the  applicant   (again, 1 2 pages should be sufficient, but there is no length  requirement or   limit);
  • Self reported GPA and GRE scores (if available). We  believe that   we can rely on competitive applicants to report this  information   accurately.  If students receive test scores after the  October 15th deadline, they   may send in that information as well.

Any senior undergraduates who feel that their  research should be   considered for this prize are encouraged to submit an  application, even if they   feel that some detail or another might not meet the  guidelines listed on the attached flyer. All applications will be  carefully reviewed.

Application materials may be sent via email to: Ms. Christina Sims (christina.sims@utsouthwestern.edu).  Please use "Chemistry Prize" as   the subject line.

More information may be found at:
http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/chemistryprize.
A PDF file of a flyer describing the prize contest may be found at:
http://www.utsouthwestern.edu//vgn/images/portal/cit_56417/8/8/409744McKnight_Prize_Flyer.pdf

9/12/07 Biochemistry Internship

A paid internship is available immediately with Zymetis, Inc to   assist in the analysis enzymes involved in the conversion of cellulosic feedstock materials into alternative fuels, such as bioethanol. We are located   on the University of Maryland campus in the TAP building near the Comcast   Center.

Applicants should have Senior status and be majoring in biochemistry   or have substantial previous experience in the assay of enzyme activity. Please submit a short resume describing your previous work experience, a short statement describing why this job is of interest to you and an   unofficial copy of your transcripts to info@Zymetis.com.   Please put   “biochemistry internship” in the subject line.

9/12/07 Microbiology Internship

A paid internship is available immediately with Zymetis, Inc to   assist in the analysis enzymes involved in the conversion of cellulosic feedstock materials into alternative fuels, such as bioethanol. We are located   on the University of Maryland campus in the TAP building near the Comcast   Center.

Applicants should have Senior status and be majoring in biochemistry   or have substantial previous experience in the assay of enzyme activity. Please submit a short resume describing your previous work experience, a short statement describing why this job is of interest to you and an   unofficial copy of your transcripts to info@Zymetis.com.   Please put   “biochemistry internship” in the subject line

9/7/07 Production Fulfillment Technician

Do you want to get experience working in a rapidly growing biotech company and make some money while getting that valuable experience? Trevigen is a fast growing cancer research company located in the I-270 technology corridor.  We are looking for students who can work for 4-5 h a day.  The primary responsibility would be to maintain the labs and help manufacture quality products.  Successful candidates will have to be dedicated and should be able to follow instructions.  If interested please email your resume to Solomon (asdhandu@trevigen.com).

9/7/07 IAESTE: Internships Abroad!

IAESTE (International Association for the Exchange of Students for   Technical Experience) will hold its first meeting of Fall 2007 at   6:30 pm, Tuesday September 11 in 1130 Woods (on the Mall in front of   Skinner and next to Key).

If you:

  • are majoring in (or thinking about majoring in): science, math,   engineering, architecture or agriculture
  • are interested in interning abroad for a month to a year
  • want to learn about other cultures
  • want to interact with international interns

then IAESTE is for you!

http://www.engr.umd.edu/iaeste
http://umd.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2256865948

iaesteumcp@umd.edu

9/6/07 Part-time position at pediatrician's office

Are you a junior or senior pre-med student looking to get some   exposure to the medical field?

The Pediatric Office of Dr. Gwendolyn V. Youngblood is looking for a   part-time clerical assistant.

Duties: entering immunization records in database, filing, assisting   the front desk, assisting with patient and insurance billing, other   possibilities depending on career interests.

Qualifications: junior/senior pre-med student; can work at least a   2-3 hour block between 8am-4pm Monday thru Friday; must be able to   multi task; must be organized; can work well with others.

Please send you resume and questions to: Ms. Maria Espinoza at   marife@umd.edu

9/5/07 Research Associate in Virology

Description
Functional Genetics, a growing biotechnology company in Gaithersburg,   MD, is a privately held firm focused on developing novel drugs for   infectious diseases including influenza and HIV.  We are currently   recruiting research associates for our Virology program to be part of   a team that develops therapeutic antibodies.  The successful   candidate must have training and experience in cell based virological   assays, and knowledge of basic molecular and cell biology   techniques.  Familiarity with retroviruses is also desirable.

The drug discovery industry is competitive.  Accordingly, we value   the hard work and creativity good science and successful business   ventures require.  At Functional Genetics, we reward solid   performance, encourage professional development and provide a relaxed   work environment.  Perhaps most importantly, we believe balancing our   professional and personal lives is a key to long-term success.  In   addition to a competitive salary and stock options, the company   provides an excellent benefits package including comprehensive health   care, an outstanding vacation/holiday policy, and a 401(k) program   with employer match.

Requirements
Minimal qualifications include:

  1. B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology/microbiology/virology.
  2. A minimum of 2 years of academic/ industry experience in virology   projects.
  3. Must have the following skills:   Viral culture and titering.

Send CV or resume with cover letter to hr1@functional-genetics.com

9/5/07 Slots still available for the Ocean Mammal Institute January 2008   Internship

Join the Ocean Mammal Institute (OMI) in Maui as a research intern as we pioneer the way in the most important fields of study in the 21st   century:
Conservation Biology and Ecopsychology. Together, we can turn the   tide of extinction!

The course is titled, "The Hawaiian Humpback Whale: Field Research,   Maui, Hawaii." This is a field research course taught by Dr. Marsha Green, President and founder of the Ocean Mammal Institute (OMI) and   Professor at Albright College. (2007 course syllabus available upon request.)

Dates: January 1-18, 2008
Location: Maui Hawaii

Registration for this Internship is online through our website at, http://www.oceanmammalinst.org

For more information see http://www.oceanmammalinst.org/internship.html, or contact:
Joyce O'Neal
Chief Operations Manager
Ocean Mammal Institute
Phone: 302-945-6341
Email: joneal@pa.net

9/5/07 Internship & Part-Time Job Fair 2007
Thursday, September 6th
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Grand Ballroom and Grand Ballroom-Stamp Student Union

Come and learn about internship and part-time employment   opportunities with organizations such as African Wildlife Foundation,   Clean Water Action, Discovery Communications, Mad Science, the   National Institute of Standards and Technology, the National Security   Agency, Ski Center, Target, UM Campus Recreation Services, UM Clarice   Smith Performing Arts Center, UM Athletic Department Academic   Support, UM London Internship Program, UPS, Vanguard, Washington   Center for Internships and Academic Seminars and WTOP 103.5- Washington Post Radio.

Students are encouraged to dress professionally and bring copies of   resumes as well as their UM I.D.

For more information or a complete list of participating employers,   visit the University Career Center Web site at   http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/student/events/fairs.asp#parttime  or call   301.314.7225.

9/5/07 Aquaculture Job

Are you interested in working in a tropical fish facility?  If so,   you will be working in approximately 80-degree weather, which would be nice in the   wintertime.  Our cichlid fish facility contains Tilapia and East African Cichlids from Lake Malawi for   genetic studies in aquaculture and evolutionary biology.  The job involves feeding, cleaning tanks,   assessment of fish health, and monitoring of a state-of-the-art recirculating filtration system.    Entry-level position, with possibility of advancement into laboratory research. This position is   available through the federal work-study program, but we are also accepting applicants who   are not eligible for work study.

If you are interested, please contact Dr. Kocher (tdk@umd.edu) or Jen   Ser (jser@umd.edu).

9/5/07 Undergraduate Research Assistant

Job Description:  Students will be participating in coding   videotapes, data management, literature searches, and other research related tasks.

Study Description: An examination of social development in monkeys to develop and provide support for assessment of non-human primate   models of developmental psychopathology. This study employs neuroimaging,   genetic, and psychophysiological techniques to investigate social, emotional, and cognitive development in monkeys.

Time Requirements: 6-12 hours/week (2-3 credits)

Requirements:

  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • Second-semester freshmen, sophomores and juniors
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Interest in research as well as biopsychology, neuroscience, or primatology
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft-based programs

Contact Person:  Khalisa Herman kherman@umd.edu

Email the following items:

  • Resume (include year in school, GPA, major, references)
  • Schedule of availability to work in the lab
  • Brief statement explaining your interest in the lab
9/4/07 CREDIT FOR OFF-CAMPUS INTERNSHIPS

College of Life Sciences students engaged in off-campus research   internships during the spring semester can earn credit for their experiences through BSCI 289. This course provides pass/fail elective credit. Part 1 of   the BSCI289 Contract must be filled out by the student and his/her internship supervisor and submitted prior to the end of the schedule adjustment   period (September 12, 2007). Part 2 is due at the end of the semester. Both   forms are available online at http://www.life.umd.edu/internship/forms.html. For more information, contact the Undergraduate Research and Internship   Programs office at EXCELS@umd.edu or 301-405-3353.

9/4/07 LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP OR SUMMER RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY?

Past announcements of life sciences jobs and internships are archived   on the College of Life Sciences internship website. There are large number of summer opportunities that have been advertised recently. The site also contains advice on how to find an internship that suits your   interests and career goals. The internship website is at http://www.life.umd.edu/internship. Recent job and internship announcements can be found at http://www.life.umd.edu/internship/announcements.html (announcements   from previous months can be accessed by clicking on the link at the bottom   of the page).




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