We are seeking an undergrad research assistant with an interest in biological computing and experience with mySQL, PHP, and perl to help build a bioinformatics analysis pipeline for our lab. More specifically, we would like to modify our current pipeline to accommodate the new 454 sequencing technology. Prior experience with bioinformatics is not necessary, but preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated interest in biological problems. The work starts as a goal-oriented project, but has the potential to lead to independent research.

Preference will be given to students who are able to work up to 10 hours/week at least through the Fall semester. Please email a resume, a short statement of interest, and list of programming skills to both of the following people:

Ruth Timme, retimme@umd.edu (postdoc)
Dr. Charles Delwiche, delwiche@umd.edu (PI)

Information is infectious:help spread the word!
Application guidelines are now online for our Postdoc and Undergraduate Programs at the Institut Pasteur in Paris. Please tell your students, colleagues and friends about these unique opportunities.

Postdoctoral Fellowships: These three-year fellowship positions are open to U.S. citizens not currently in France wishing to work in the laboratories of the Institut Pasteur. Located in Paris and founded by Louis Pasteur in 1887, the Institut Pasteur is one of the world's leading private nonprofit centers for infectious disease research. With 2500 people of over 70 nationalities, its 130 research labs are devoted to the basic science of improving global public health. Application ( http://pasteurfoundation.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct? d=Fp5fxAB7AAEAAAPYAAISbg ) guidelines are available on the Pasteur Foundation ( http://pasteurfoundation.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct? d=Fp5fxAB7AAEAAARRAAISbg ) website. The first step is to identify a host lab at the Institut Pasteur; please see website for details. Fellowship packages are $70,000 (stipends & bench fees) annually for three years. Upcoming Deadline: September 5, 2008. There will also be a call for applicants in February 2009.

Undergraduate Internships: The Pasteur Foundation is currently seeking highly motivated, accomplished undergraduates with a particular interest in the biological sciences to come spend next summer in Paris. These 10-week internships at the renowned Institut Pasteur offer hands-on laboratory experience to undergraduates contemplating a graduate degree. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Living allowance is $400 per week. Please see our internship ( http:// pasteurfoundation.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct?d=Fp5fxAB7AAEAAAkUAAISbg ) page for information and downloads. Applications are due in December 2008 for Summer 2009. Please see the application ( http:// pasteurfoundation.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct?d=Fp5fxAB7AAEAAArjAAISbg ) for exact dates.

To receive further information by email or mail on either program, please contact Caitlin Hawke ( mailto:pasteurus@aol.com ) at the Pasteur Foundation in New York. The success of these programs depends largely on word of mouth; thank you for helping to spread the word!

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), the second largest Institute at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking applicants for its Intramural NIAID Research Opportunities (INRO) program, which provides an invaluable opportunity for students with strong academic standing who are from populations underrepresented in biomedical research.

They are looking for students with a passion to improve global health in the 21st century through a research career in allergy, immunology, and infectious diseases.

During the 4-day program, students will hear lectures from world- renowned scientists and interview for potential research training positions at the Institute's Maryland and Montana laboratories.

For information go to www.niaid.nih.gov/labs/training/inro

The program takes place in Bethesda, MD, on the NIH campus, February 2 to 5, 2009. Students' expenses for travel, hotel accommodations, and meals will be paid.

Applications will be accepted from August 15 through October 15, 2008. Interested students can apply through the program's Web site at www.niaid.nih.gov/labs/training/inro.

DUTIES: General lab manager and assistant for a team of researchers studying the neurobiology of hearing. Will be expected to coordinate and participate in day-to-day (1) animal behavioral testing, (2) physiological research, (3) research data analysis, (4) lab office work (ordering, record-keeping etc.), and (5) animal care. Applicants should have some previous research experience working with animals, general knowledge of animal care and husbandry, experience with computers, and interest in auditory neuroscience.

QUALIFICATIONS: background in Biological Sciences is preferable. Ideally, applicants should have knowledge of animal psychology and behavior, and some experience in veterinary or animal care.

TO APPLY: Position Available: August 25, 2008 Applications: Send letter of application, resume and names/phone numbers of three references to: Dr. Jonathan Fritz, Institute for Systems Research, 2202 A.V. Williams, Univ of Maryland, College Park, 20742 E-mail: ripple@isr.umd.edu Phone: 301-405-6596

Closing Date: Application review will begin as soon as applications are received and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

The Center for Veterinary Medicine (FDA) has an internship available in aquaculture research. This internship is part of the Federal Career Intern Program. Candidate will be appointed at entry level positions (GS-5, 7, or 9 levels) for 2 years. The training plan for each intern is formalized in a mandatory Individual Development Plan (IDP). Through a combination of various work and training activities, interns are prepared for placement in permanent career positions in the competitive service for which they are eligible upon successful completion of the internship. Such placement is neither guaranteed nor an entitlement.

Duties:
1. Maintenance of aquatic organisms in the FDA/CVM Aquaculture Facility that includes construction of life-support systems, procurement and transport of animals, food preparation and feeding, water quality assessments, and routine husbandry.
2. Participate in studies investigating drug residues, aquatic animal pathogens, drug susceptibility.

US Citizens.

Contact:
renate.reimschuessel@fda.hhs.gov
Renate Reimschuessel V.M.D. Ph.D.
Center For Veterinary Medicine, FDA,
8401 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708

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: 3-9 hours/week (1-3 credits)

Requirements:

• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Second-semester freshmen, sophomores and juniors (no seniors)
• Ability to make 2 semester commitment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Interest in research as well as biopsychology, neuroscience, or primatology
• Available to work on campus on Tues and Thurs mornings OR at NIH main campus
• 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

Our lab is hiring a full time laboratory technician/lab manager to manage and participate in research related to development and plasticity of the brain. Although prior experience is not strictly necessary, a general interest and course work in biology would be helpful. We are a Federally funded lab in Bethesda. If interested please send information/curriculum vitae to sdhandu@usuhs.mil.

Sarah N. Dhandu
USUHS

Project Title: Development of Structure-Searchable Toxicology Databases Derived From FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research In-House Toxicity and Clinical Data
Mentor: Dr. R. Daniel Benz
Building: Federal Research Center, WO51
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Email: R.Daniel.Benz@fda.hhs.gov

Project Description: The Informatics and Computational Safety Analysis Staff (ICSAS) within the Science and Research Staff of the CDER Office of Pharmaceutical Science develops, validates and uses computer models to predict the toxicological and adverse human clinical effects of drugs and other chemical substances. The goal of our project is to further expand our toxicity and clinical databases for use within FDA and to supply industry and the public with non-confidential chemical and toxicology data extracted from FDA/CDER files. The intern will assist the project leader in identifying and adding new toxicity and clinical data to the current structure-searchable databases. As part of the data entry process, the intern will use/learn additional aspects of biology and chemistry as they relate to the interpretation of a variety of in vivo and in vitro toxicity studies. The intern will also use their scientific knowledge to identify and verify complex chemical names, other identifiers, and chemical structures associated with the toxicity and clinical data they enter into the database. The intern will gain experience in working with ISIS/Draw, Leadscope Enterprise Chemoinformatics software, and other software used in chemoinformatics.

The intern should be, at minimum, a junior with a background in biology, cell biology, or similar discipline. The intern should also have completed general and organic chemistry. The project is flexible, but the intern should plan on dedicating at least 2 four-hour blocks of time to data entry every week during the school year. This time frame will allow the intern sufficient time to select a toxicity study in our files, collect the information, and finish entering the data from an individual study into the database before their work week is complete. Estimated length of time needed to complete project working part-time during the school year and full- time during summers and extended school vacations: One year. Project estimated target start and end dates: July 2008 - June 2009.

Applications consist of:

• Application form (download from http://www.chemlife.umd.edu/internship/forms/application.doc)
• Transcript (unofficial version or photocopy is okay)
• Resume

Applications can be submitted electronically to EXCELS@umd.edu or in hardcopy to the Office of Undergraduate Research and Internship Programs, 1313 Symons Hall, University of Maryland.

Job Title: Research Technologist II Full-time (Job Requisition #36429 through JHUjobs Website)
Principal Investigator: Richard Semba, MD, MPH, W. Richard Green Professor of Ophthalmology

Job Summary:
The successful candidate will conduct laboratory research through the utilization of analytical chemistry, biological instrumentation, and protocols to discover relationships between disease, oxidative stress, and micronutrient deficiencies in epidemiological studies. She/he will work with other young scientists and become familiar with the latest advances in nutritional research. The candidate must be familiar with scientific writing and following Standard Operating Procedures. The candidate will have the opportunity to work independently to review, analyze, and interpret experimental results. The previous individuals who have held this position have attended national and international research meetings and have published first- authored peer-reviewed scientific papers. Presentation at scientific meetings and publication are based upon merit and availability of funds.

The primary duties and responsibilities:

• Conducts experiments using established protocols and experiments.
• Follows established procedures or protocols of micronutrient laboratory.
• Helps to design, adjust and test new protocol developments.
• Assists in making decisions in experimental protocols.
• Use of ELISA.
• Measures fat-soluble vitamins by HPLC.
• Performs trace elements analysis using atomic absorption spectrometry.
• Helps to coordinate day-to-day operation of laboratory.
• Keeps laboratory clean, neat, and organized.
• Maintains laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Organizes large sample repositories.
• Plays a role in developing new biochemistry protocols and writing up experiments and preparing scientific papers for publication in peer- reviewed scientific journals.

Requirements/Qualifications:
This position requires a BS/BA degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field with 0-3 years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably working in a bioanalytical environment. The candidate must have a thorough understanding of HPLC, atomic absorption spectrometry, and biochemical assays (ie. ELISA). The candidate must be able to organize, manipulate, analyze, and present data using Microsoft Office. The candidate MUST be able to commit for two years. The candidate must have strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. The candidate must exercise good judgments in all aspects of laboratory management and must be able to make decisions independently.

Please send a cover letter/resume to Mansi Dalal mdalal1@jhmi.edu, Phone: 410-955-3571. Fax: 410-955-1322

MedImmune is a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry, we use the latest advances in science, technology and medicine to develop innovative products that improve the quality of human health. For more information about the company, please visit http://www.medimmune.com/ .

MedImmune has a new opportunity for a Research Associate I/II in the Physicochemical testing Group within the Analytical Biochemistry Department. The successful candidate will utilize chromatographic (HPLC and GC) and spectroscopic methods to support biopharmaceutical products, such as humanized monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and vaccines.

The candidate will make detailed experimental observations, review and analyze data, and interpret experimental results. The candidate will need to present and discuss experimental results at group/ project team meetings and scientific conferences. Finally, he/she must be able to work in a team structure and interface with different research and development departments.

Job Requirements:
This position requires a BS or MS degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field with 0 to 5 years of relevant experience with a BS degree or 1 to 3 years with a MS, preferably working in a bioanalytical environment in an industrial setting. Familiarity with size exclusion, affinity, reversed phase, ion exchange and hydrophobic interaction chromatographic methods is necessary. Supervisory and project management experience is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Company: MedImmune
Status: Full-Time Employee
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Level: Other Great Industries
Salary: $40,000 - $55,000 /Year

If interested, please send Resume to NguyenM@Medimmune.com.

Regards,

Myloan Nguyen
Research Associate I
B.S. Biochemistry, University of Maryland, College Park

Purpose and Scope: Chesapeake Natives exists to preserve Marylands native plant heritage through education, research, and propagation. The Volunteer Maryland Coordinator (VMC) will work with Chesapeake Natives to create a volunteer program that will educate the public and promote the use of native plants in landscaping. The VMC will recruit volunteers who will maintain demonstration gardens and provide informational tours and educational programs at the University of Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. In all, the VMC will recruit approximately 52 new volunteers who will introduce and educate approximately 36,000 people annually on the importance of native plants to the environment and health of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

This is an 11 month, full-time (40 hours/week) position as a member of the Volunteer Maryland (VM) AmeriCorps program serving with Chesapeake Natives. Volunteer Maryland Coordinators (VMCs) are responsible for developing and implementing a volunteer program as agreed to in the VM Service Site partnership negotiations that occurred in spring 2008. The VMC service year will begin on September 17, 2008 and conclude on August 4, 2009.

Benefits: Full-time VMCs receive a living stipend of $13,000, an education award of $4,725, and health insurance, if they are not already covered. They may also qualify for a child care allowance. Other benefits include student loan deferment, professional training, valuable networking opportunities, working with a dedicated team of AmeriCorps members and staff, and making a real difference in a local community.

Duties:

• Develop a written work plan and timeline for implementation.
• Revise or update volunteer program materials, policies, and procedures as necessary.
• Recruit volunteers. Outreach methods may include: presentations to faith, business, and/or community groups; staffing information booths at community events; and utilizing the media.
• Screen volunteers as necessary. Procedures may include: interviews; reference checks; and criminal background checks.
• Supervise volunteers. Develop and implement recognition activities for volunteers such as special events, awards, gifts, etc.
• Participate in orientation and training for volunteers, and maintain accurate records of volunteer participation.
• Evaluate progress made in achieving program goals, and report on progress in statistical and narrative reports for Volunteer Maryland.
• Develop community partnerships to support the volunteer program.
• Perform direct community service each week (up to four hours each week).
• Serve as a public ambassador for Chesapeake Natives, Volunteer Maryland, and AmeriCorps.
• Participate in Volunteer Maryland and AmeriCorps trainings, service projects, and other activities.
• May be assigned other volunteer program duties during the course of the year by the Service Site Supervisor.

Selection Process and Enrollment Requirements: To participate in Volunteer Maryland, applicants must submit a written application. Staff will review the application, and, if appropriate, invite the applicant to interview, conduct two reference checks, and complete a criminal background investigation. Special emphasis is placed on the writing sample section of the application.

To serve in AmeriCorps, Volunteer Maryland Coordinators must be at least 17 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Documentation of age, education, and citizenship are due on September 17, 2008.

Qualifications:

• Skilled at taking initiative, problem solving, and working independently to develop and implement a volunteer program.
• Interest in environmental issues and native plants.
• Skilled at building interpersonal relationships to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong verbal skills to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and community groups.
• Strong written communication skills to develop program materials and reports.
• Able to respond to organizational change productively and maintain a positive attitude.
• Basic computer literacy. Adept with MS Office to produce materials and track volunteer hours.
• Committed to the concept of national service and to making a difference in his/her community.
• Own or have access to transportation to and from VM trainings, events, and Chesapeake Natives activities.
• Must be comfortable working with plants in both natural outdoor and greenhouse settings.

Orientation and Training: Volunteer Maryland provides approximately 20 days of training in program development, volunteer management, marketing, communication, and leadership skills. Training is held September 17 through October 1, 2008, with monthly training days throughout the rest of the service year. Additional training opportunities are also available through AmeriCorps and the Service Site. The Site Supervisor provides onsite orientation for the Volunteer Maryland Coordinator.

Supervision and Evaluation: The Service Site Supervisor provides day- to-day supervision. The Site Supervisor will evaluate performance in accordance with the agencys policies. In addition, Volunteer Marylands Executive Director provides overall supervision to all Volunteer Maryland Coordinators, and evaluates performance at mid- year and at the end of the service year.

Hours: Full-time Volunteer Maryland Coordinators are required to serve approximately 40 hours each week. At Chesapeake Natives, office hours are flexible but generally will be Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; some evening and weekend work will be required from time to time to attend events or meetings. Volunteer Maryland training days are 9:30 am 4:00 pm.

Location: The VMCs office will be located at the University of Maryland, College Park in the H. J. Patterson Building #317, College Park, MD 20742. Office location is handicapped accessible and serviced by bus. Volunteer Maryland training locations will vary; may or may not be accessible by public transportation.

Company Description: Salamandra, LLC is a specialized regulatory affairs consulting firm providing strategic and technical support for the pharmaceutical industry. The staff includes regulatory professionals/ scientists specialized in clinical study design/ strategy, pharmacology, toxicology, and chemistry.

Job Description: The candidate will be primarily responsible for supporting senior level chemists in the organization/writing of Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) documents for submission to the US Food and Drug Administration. However, involvement in a diverse range of projects is expected, along with the ability to assume significant responsibility for task management, document organization and production, and supporting scientific staff in research and analysis from other disciplines. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and interested in learning primarily about the CMC aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, while gaining exposure to other disciplines. We are willing to consider a recent graduate with an interest in expanding from this position into one of greater responsibilities.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry is required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy are essential, as is a good command of English grammar, usage, and writing conventions.
• In depth familiarity with the advanced features of the Microsoft Office applications suite is expected.
• Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are necessary to facilitate working in a small-group technical environment.
• Experience with scientific literature, writing scientific documents, and organizing data would be highly valued.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices/ICH Quality guidelines is a plus.
• Knowledge of drug development and regulatory terminology is a plus.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without time limitations.

Job Responsibilities:

Primary responsibility will be to support senior scientific staff in the area of CMC with research and analysis for client projects and FDA submissions.

Additional responsibilities will include:

Job Title: Research Associate I/ II
Department: Analytical Biochemistry
Position: Temp

Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others): The successful candidate will carry out development of analytical methods for biopharmaceutical products. She/he will also utilize mass spectrometry techniques to identify and characterize any post- translational modifications or breakdown products of proteins. The major duties of the candidate will be supporting characterization and in-process testing utilizing mass spectrometry technology. The candidate will also be expected to be familiar with SOP and GLP requirements during biopharmaceutical product development. The candidate will make detailed experimental observations, review and analyze data, and interpret experimental results independently. He/ she will plan experiments and follow through for the characterization of proteins with mass spectrometric and chromatographic techniques. The candidate will need to present and discuss experimental results at group/project team meetings and scientific conferences. Finally, he/she MUST be thoughtful and considerate to colleagues and be able to work in a team structure and interface with different research and development departments.

Requirements/Qualifications: This position requires a BS or MS degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field with 0-3 years of relevant experience with a BS degree or 1-5 years with an MS, preferably working in a bioanalytical environment in an industrial setting. A thorough understanding of mass spectrometry, chromatography and spectroscopy techniques in protein analysis is required. Familiarity with ESI MS, MALDI-TOF MS, ICP-MS, peptide mapping, and carbohydrate analysis is essential. Experience with size exclusion, affinity, reversed phase, ion exchange, and hydrophobic interaction chromatographic methods is necessary. Experience with identification and quantification of proteins and peptides by mass spectrometry is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Education: BS or MS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.

Experience: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of laboratory experience (preferably in an industrial setting)

Special Skills/Abilities: Expert knowledge of LC-MS, HPLC, and other protein characterization related spectroscopy and chromatography techniques is required

Job Complexity: High.

Supervision: Minimum Supervision

Contact: Wenjun (David) Mo, Ph.D. mow@medimmune.com; 301-398 5246

Assistance in support of molecular genetics research on gene expression in model organisms. Your primary responsibility will be maintaining the laboratory's stocks of the fruit fly /Drosophila melanogaster, but additional routine laboratory work may be involved. A detailed job description is available upon request.

Stephen M. Mount
Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Dept. of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
H. J. Patterson Hall

Use your grassroots marketing skills to make a difference!

If you have proven organizing and communications skills and want to help lead our Fall marketing campaign for Chesapeake Green, we want to hear from you! Clean Currents is looking for a Green Team Leader for our Chesapeake Green residential clean energy program in Maryland and DC.

Must Have:

• Demonstrated organizing ability
• Verbal and written communications skills
• Passion for the environment
• High energy and willingness to work hard
• Ability to speak in front of large groups

Would also like:

• Marketing and sales experience and/or skills
• Ability to work independently, to be a self starter
• Media pitching skills
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently

About Chesapeake Green
Chesapeake Green is an innovative new program that offers residents in Maryland and DC the opportunity to buy carbon neutral wind energy for their homes. We offer one or two year fixed rate contracts. We are doing more than just selling energy, however. Chesapeake Green is envisioned as a green community of people, pushing for positive environmental change through their advocacy and their buying choices. Customers in the program will get material to use to tell their neighbors about their green choice. They will be offered discounts and other incentives to shop at businesses that are also green powered. And they will be kept informed about the latest environmental issues locally and nationally.

About the Green Team Leader
The Green Team Leader will report to the President of Clean Currents. S/he will be responsible for developing a campaign plan that will include concrete sales goals, media, and marketing strategies. Also, s/he will travel the area, speaking to groups about the program, and organizing booths to promote the program at local festivals and conferences. S/he will be expected to recruit interns and/or volunteers and to manage them. S/he will speak to the media about the program as well as customers and potential customers. S/he is also responsible for the daily operations of the program.

Compensation: $200 a week stipend
Schedule: Must be willing to work on weekends. Internship is 30 hours a week, minimum. September through end of December.
Work Atmosphere: Casual, fun and low key. We are a start up company looking to grow exponentially through venture capital investments and increased sales. Get in on the ground floor!

About Clean Currents www.cleancurrents.com

Clean Currents is a for profit company based in Rockville, Maryland in the newest Montgomery County Small Business Incubator. It was founded in 2005. The companys mission is to fight global warming through innovative and practical clean energy solutions for residents and homes.

If interested in this position, please send resume and cover letter along with writing sample (if you have one) to gary@cleancurrents.com

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, Chesapeake Biological Lab, is seeking a full time (40 hour/week) Faculty Research Assistant. Duties include the preparation of water, sediment and biota samples as well as the analysis and data reduction for PCBs, PAHs, PBDEs and organochlorine pesticides. Experience in the operation and maintenance of GC/MS instrumentation is highly desirable. Minimum requirement is a relevant bachelors degree. FRA rank and salary is commensurate with education and experience and a comprehensive benefits package is available. This position is currently funded for one year with renewals anticipated.

Application, resume and letters of reference should be sent by July 30, 2008 to:

Human Resources-CZ
UMCES/Chesapeake Biological Laboratory
P.O. Box 38
Solomons, MD 20688

CBL and UMCES are AEO/ADA employers; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Registration Division of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recruiting for multiple positions as Biologist.

GS- 0401 in grade levels 07 through 09 with potential to a GS-13. These positions are in the Herbicide Branch, Insecticide Branch, Fungicide Branch, and Insecticide-Rodenticide Branch.

Announcement number HQOPPTS-DE-2008-0040 will be open Tuesday, July 15 through Monday, July 28, 2008. It will be located on this web site: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/?WT.svl=searchbutton

This announcement is open to all U.S. citizens.

The College of Chemical and Life Sciences is seeking an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UTA) to support instruction in BSCI 205 Environmental Science (non majors) as part of the Freshman Connection Program. The responsibilities of the UTA include assisting the instructor in all aspects of the course, such as updating the course website; grading in-class exercises, exams and homework; maintaining the grade book in BlackBoard; participating in the class field trip; and other duties as assigned. The UTA will be required to attend all lectures, which will be held MW from 3:00 4:15. The UTA will be compensated at a rate of $10/hour, not to exceed 10 hours per week (including lecture attendance).

The preferred qualifications a student of Junior or Senior standing with a strong course background in BSCI-BEES or ENSP or a closely related discipline, 3.2 or higher GPA; those who do not meet these criteria may be considered, depending upon their interest and experience. Specific knowledge of environmental science is helpful but not required, as long as the student is willing to learn. A moderate amount of math is a part of the course (i.e., exponential growth models, budgeting exercises). Interest in environmental issues is a definite plus, and you must be able to interact in a helpful and friendly way with freshmen!

The UTA experience will provide an opportunity to help solidify the UTA's expertise in the fundamentals of environmental science in a way that only teaching can provide, and will help the students enrolled in the course to form their first connections with the University.

Interested students should send an email to the course instructor, Dr. Karen Nelson (katya.nelson@gmail.com, put UTA at the beginning of subject line) as soon as possible, indicating their interest in the position, their course experience in related areas, a resume, and name and contact info for two references. Applications will be considered immediately, so please reply as soon as possible.

UTAs work side by side with a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a BSCI 223 lab to help students learn microbiology.

Some quotes from previous UTA's:

Student in medical school: "I'm applying for a fellowship through the Albert Schweitzer Foundation for a community service project which I developed with a few other medical students .my experience as a UTA really contributed to the project that I am proposing in my application."

Student in graduate school at Johns Hopkins: "I think the experience of UTAing made me a better candidate [for graduate school] this week my first paper came out !"

Student accepted to 3 physical therapy schools: "I think my experiences.. at Maryland, including ... my UTA experience, really had alot to do with my acceptances.. I learned so much as a UTA and it was a great leadership experience."

TO APPLY send an email to asmith@umd.edu
Subject line: UTA Fall2008

In your note provide

• your gpa,
• the list of BSCI courses that you have completed (or are enrolled in)
• A statement that describes why you would like to be a UTA.
• Sections of BSCI223 offered in the fall that you could attend.

Selection process: Students must have completed BSCI 223 with a grade of A or B*.Third and Fourth year students with a strong desire to develop skills in microbiology and communication with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or greater will be favored.

IF you have previously contacted me regarding a UTA slot for the Fall AND have not heard back from me, please let me know - send an email to asmith@umd.edu*

A leading advisory firm focused on the intersection of business strategy and health policy. Located in Washington, DC, we work with a diverse range of clients spanning Fortune 500 companies, major medical foundations, government agencies, patient groups, and other organizations to determine how public policy affects their business or policy strategies.

Opportunity to grow financial services practice of top tier healthcare advisory firm. Financial Services practice will serve the investment & analysis needs of hedge funds, money manager & private equity firms that invest in the healthcare space. Interns will have opportunity to interact directly with internal professionals, clients & potential clients.

Positions:

Marketing/Business Development: Grow client base in each of three targeted market segments

Health Care Policy: Synthesize policy developments from multiple sources into integrated analyses of various healthcare sectors

Investing: Analyze catalysts for equity and debt securities

Qualifications:

• Interest in financial markets
• Interest in healthcare industries
• Demonstrated analytical abilities, including advanced Excel skills and experience with analytical tools
• Strong financial ability with solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills and use of good judgment
• Willingness to learn complex issues relating to the healthcare delivery system
• Knowledge of financial products including debt, equity, and derivative products a plus

Qualified applicants should submit a resume to:
Amanda Llorens
allorens@avalerehealth.net

Company Description Specialized regulatory affairs consulting firm providing strategic and technical support for the pharmaceutical industry. Staff includes regulatory professionals/ scientists specialized in clinical study design/strategy, pharmacology, toxicology, and chemistry.

Job Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry and an interest in the life sciences and/or public health required. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices/ICH Quality guidelines would be a plus. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy are essential, as is a good command of English grammar and usage. Knowledge of drug development and regulatory terminology are a plus. Experience with scientific literature, writing scientific documents, and organizing data would be highly valued. In depth familiarity with the advanced features of the Microsoft Office applications suite is expected. Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills will facilitate working in a small-group technical environment.

Job Description: Will primarily be responsible for supporting senior level chemists in the organization/writing of Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) documents for submission to the US Food and Drug Administration. However, involvement in a diverse range of projects is expected, along with the ability to assume significant responsibility for task management, document organization and production, and supporting scientific staff in research and analysis from other disciplines. We are willing to consider a recent graduate with an interest in growing into a position of greater responsibilities.

We offer competitive salary and benefits (includes Paid Time Off, 100% paid individual HMO, retirement and flexible spending account plans) and a pleasant, professional office in downtown Bethesda, Maryland (metro accessible). Candidates can forward their resume to HR@Salamandra.net. Further information about the company can be found at http://www.salamandra.net.

Location: USGS, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center Laurel, MD

Start Date: August 1, 2008

Duration: 6 mo. maximum (with potential for extension pending funding)

Closing Date: Open

Description:
This position is part of a project that assesses the vulnerability of coastal wetland ecosystems to increased sea level rise and nutrient enrichment. The successful candidate will assist in collection and processing of biological and chemical samples from temperate, brackish water marshes located along the East Coast. The position will also entail various types of laboratory work associated with processing samples. The primary duty station for this site is located at the USGS, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, MD. The candidate will be hired through IAP Worldwide Services (a contracting firm - General Biologist 1 level).

Minimal Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a B.S. in biological or environmental sciences. Candidates with M.S degrees will also be considered. Experience working in wetland or aquatic systems is preferred and research field experience is desirable.

This position involves extensive field work which entails some moderate lifting (~40 lb). The candidate must be willing to travel to wetlands located along the East Coast and work long hours under potentially demanding (e.g., heat and sun) field conditions. Considerable walking/hiking in terrestrial and wetland environments is required.

Please submit a Curriculum Vitae via email to:

Don Cahoon, Research Ecologist
Email: dcahoon@usgs.gov website: http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/set
MAIL ADDRESS: US Geological Survey, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, 10300 Baltimore Avenue, BARC-East, Bldg 308, Beltsville, MD 20705