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Applied Researcher (Silver Spring, MD) Silver Spring, MD Salary is commensurate with expertise and experience. Benefits include medical/dental/life/401(k). 2009-06-25 12:21PM
COMPANY OVERVIEW Kauffman & Associates, Inc., (KAI) is a small to mid-sized contractor that specializes in health and human services, community and economic development, and education. Our work includes research, evaluation, communications, management support, social marketing, and related information technology. Clients include federal, tribal, state, and local governments, associations, foundations, and private-sector businesses. We are proud to have been named the nation’s 11th fastest growing inner city business by the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City and Inc. Magazine. With offices in Spokane, WA and Silver Spring, MD, KAI is a Native American woman-owned, SBA-certified 8(a) and HUB Zone small disadvantaged business and a GSA Schedule contractor. For more information about KAI, visit our website at www.kauffmaninc.com. JOB DESCRIPTION The Applied Researcher will conduct research activities focused on national and cross-site evaluations and community-based initiatives of federal contracts. Effective, collaborative teamwork is an essential ingredient. Competence and experience with managing federal projects is required. This position may encompass a range of areas including education, behavioral health and health care, and social services. RESPONSIBILITIES • Conducts applied research of various community-based initiatives and grant-funded projects, which are primarily focused with American Indian and Alaska Native communities• Designs and plans programmatic and evaluation models using participatory processes including empowerment evaluation• Uses mixed methods and develops both qualitative and quantitative measures to gather information for programmatic, evaluation, and social marketing purposes and manages and analyzes data.• Clearly and succinctly reports written and verbal findings using a mixed media approach• Able to negotiate Federal OMB Clearance, Data Use Agreements, and Institutional Review Board processes and documentation • Facilitates the building of evaluation capacity in communities and program team members• Experience with federal contracts or subcontracts REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Three to five years of experience related to applied research and evaluation with community-based initiatives and/or grant-funded projects• Master’s degree in evaluation, educational psychology, health or social services, required; PhD preferred • Outstanding relational, teamwork, and cultural competency with colleagues, community members, federal representatives, contractors, and clients • Excellent analytical and writing skills that include an attention to detail as well as a grasp of large conceptual frameworks • Demonstrated production of complex and high quality work • Previous work in American Indian/Alaska Native communities preferredIf your qualifications and experience match the job responsibilities described, please submit a letter of interest and resume by close of business Wednesday, July 1, 2009. KAI is an equal opportunity employer Location: Silver Spring, MD Compensation: Salary is commensurate with expertise and experience. Benefits include medical/dental/life/401(k). Principals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Science positions (Silver Spring) Silver Spring 2009-06-18 9:11AM
1. Junior Investigator in Systems Biology/BioinformaticsJob Description: Research design and analysis of high throughput data related to host responses to infectious diseases. A comprehensive understanding of Genomics, Proteomics, and Metabolomics is essential. Requirements: Ph.D. and Post-doctoral/industrial experience in the areas above, and pathway analysis of genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data.2. Research AssociateJob Description: Carry on mRNA extractions, Agilent microarray experiments, PCR, RT-PCR and ELISA assaysRequirements: Bachelor’s degree in related field, minimum of 2 years in academia/biotechnology/pharmaceutical environment.3. Science Education Program CoordinatorJob description: Provide scientific, technological and administrative support to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Outreach Programs.Requirements: Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry or related discipline; experience in hands-on, age- and grade-appropriate scientific experiments for middle school and high school students highly desirable; education research experience a plusGeneral skills: Microsoft OfficeFluency in English, with superior oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, organizational and managerial skills Candidates will be required to pass physical examination, behavioral evaluation, and drug screening. Candidates for positions 1 and 2 will be required to participate in a vaccination program. Location: Silver SpringPrincipals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Coral Program Specialist (Silver Spring) Silver Spring The salary for this position is commensurate with experience 2009-06-09 1:56PM
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG, http://www.imsg.com/) is looking to hire a Coral Program Specialist to serve as an International Coordinator in the Coral Conservation Division of the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management (OCRM), which is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The position will be located at the OCRM headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland.The candidate will serve as a program specialist for international coral-related matters, supporting activities under the NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP, www.coralreef.noaa.gov/). Duties will focus on program coordination and development, strategic planning, partnership building, and implementation of select projects that benefit coral reef conservation outside of the United States. This is primarily a program development and coordination position with most duties being performed at OCRM’s headquarters. Limited domestic and international travel may be required.Responsibilities:The contractor’s duties will include, but not be limited to: • Leading the development of an implementation plan to achieve the CRCP’s new international goals and objectives (http://coralreef.noaa.gov/wgroups/welcome.html)• Supporting strategic planning efforts, including identifying priority topics and geographic regions, developing performance measures, and evaluation of historic, current, and potential future CRCP international investments• Advising and recommending to senior CRCP leadership international coral-related endeavors, projects, and partnerships• Leading and coordinating CRCP’s support for international activities with a focus on the wider Caribbean, Micronesia, Samoa and the Southwest Pacific, and the Coral Triangle Initiative region• Assisting with the administration of the CRCP’s International Grants program• Developing new and expanding existing partnerships with international and foreign governmental and non-governmental entities to further coral conservation consistent with the CRCP’s new international goals and objectives• Ensuring that all relevant reporting is completed for various CRCP agreements and statutory mandates• Participating on behalf of the CRCP in several NOAA internal and external working groups, councils, and committees• Supporting activities by the parent Coral Conservation Division and Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource ManagementQualifications: Required: • Master’s degree (highly preferred) or bachelor’s degree with equivalent additional experience in a relevant discipline such as marine science, biology, marine or environmental management or policy• 2-3 years experience working in the international arena on coral reef (highly preferred) or natural resource management or science• 3-5 years post-graduate work experience in coral reef-related scientific or management positions (may include the 2-3 years required international experience)• Thorough understanding of coral reef ecosystems, their threats, and strategies for their conservation• Strong verbal and written English skills• Ability to work well individually and cooperatively with a range of individuals that are geographically separated and that represent a range of different cultures• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and to shift priorities as needed• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office programsStrongly Desired: • 2-3 years of program development and project planning experience • Experience working in a matrix organization and/or demonstrated ability working in team settings• Experience working in a governmental work environmentTo Apply:Applications accepted until the position is filled. Qualified candidates may apply by e-mailing a cover letter, resume, and 3 references (MS Word format strongly preferred) to the following email: jobs@imsg.com with the subject heading: NOA09027 – Coral Program Specialist.IMSG is an equal opportunity employer. Location: Silver Spring Compensation: The salary for this position is commensurate with experiencePrincipals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Physical Science Data Analyst III (Silver Spring, MD) Silver Spring, MD DOE 2009-06-02 12:49PM
Position DescriptionWill analyze existing water level and datum records stored in the data management system to assess the adequacy of the data holdings for ingestion into the VDatum tool. Will retrieve existing data sets from multiple data bases, using standard and specialized software, which includes GIS applications. Will analyze the data to identify gaps and produce a report to be transmitted to the National Geodetic Service and the Office of Coast Survey. Once data is collected to fill the gaps indentified in the report, the new data must be integrated with the initial analysis. Once the analysis is complete, these data sets are used to build the VDatum tool for a specific area. Will also provide support and coordination in the review of the data deliverables and communicating on the status of the data analysis progress.Required Skills4 years experience in physical science area, preferably oceanographic principles/practices to process/analyze data. Experience with spreadsheets and statistical software necessary. Experience with databases and SQL. Proficient with MS Office suite. Experience with or knowledge of any GIS package, particularly Mapinfo or Arcview. Must demonstrate excellent written (provide samples) and verbal communications skills.EducationBS in physical science – oceanography, meteorology, physics, geophysics, or related discipline. Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=ERT&cws=1ERT is an equal opportunity employer. Location: Silver Spring, MD Compensation: DOE OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilitiesPrincipals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Physical Science Data Analyst II (Silver Spring, MD) Silver Spring, MD DOE 2009-06-02 12:47PM
Position DescriptionWill review water level data sets and tidal zoning correctors. Will input data into water level data management system, and review deliverables such as 6-minute water level data, tabulated products, tidal datums, and discrete zoning. Once validated, additional analysis will be conducted to produce usable products. This includes computing additional tidal and geodetic datums, developing and publishing benchmark sheets to the database and web site, assisting in the development of revised tidal datum determination procedures, calculating harmonic constituents, and responding to user data and product requests. Additional tasks involve providing support and oversight in the review of deliverables and communicating on the status those deliverables. Required Skills2 years experience in physical science applications with degree, 4 years without degree. Experience with spreadsheets or statistical software necessary. Knowledge of oceanographic principles/practices to process/analyze data. Proficient with MS Office suite. Experience with or knowledge of any GIS package, particularly Mapinfo or Arcview. Knowledge of database and SQL desireable. Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills.EducationBS in physical science preferred – oceanography, meteorology, physics, geophysics, or related discipline. Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=ERT&cws=1ERT is an equal opportunity employer. Location: Silver Spring, MD Compensation: DOE OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilitiesPrincipals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Physical Science Data Analyst I (Silver Spring, MD) Silver Spring, MD DOE 2009-06-02 12:43PM
Position DescriptionWill configure water-level station metadata for loading into Data Management System (DMS). This includes configuration of Data Collection Platforms (DCP), sensors, bench marks and levels in DMS, and entry and verification of metadata in station packages. Will also upload metadata into the database to support data ingestion and review of metadata, following established protocols. Will also provide support and oversight in the review of deliverables and communicating on the status of the contractor deliverables. Required Skills1 year experience in physical science applications with degree, 3 years without degree. Experience with spreadsheets or statistical software necessary. Knowledge of oceanographic principles/practices to process/analyze data. Proficient with MS Office suite. Experience with or knowledge of any GIS package. Knowledge of database and SQL desireable. Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills.EducationBS in physical science preferred. Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=ERT&cws=1ERT is an equal opportunity employer. Location: Silver Spring, MD Compensation: DOE OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilitiesPrincipals only. Recruiters, please dont contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.