Hazard Mitigation and Structural Engineering Program Director
National Science Foundation
Arlington, Virginia
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position will lead the Hazard Mitigation and Structural Engineering program within the National Science Foundation’s Division of Civil, Mechanical and Manufacturing Innovation. Responsibilities will include soliciting and reviewing research and education proposals, recommending funding, and administering awards. A PhD and a recognized research and education background in a related discipline, government or academic managerial experience, and six years of research administration are required.
Special Projects Librarian
New York Academy of Medicine
New York, New York
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position supports the library’s literature initiatives promoting public and urban health, including serving as project director for the Resource Guide for Public Health Preparedness. Duties include publication production scheduling, managing team meetings, and editing content. A master’s degree in library science, two years of reference experience in a research or public health library, and PUBMED searching ability are required.
Mitigation Planning Specialist, GS-9/11
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary: $50,620 to $79,615
Closing Date: March 1, 2011
This position will work with state and local partners to develop strategic disaster plans, administer mitigation grant programs, increase floodplain management using the National Flood Insurance Program, and educate citizens on loss reduction. Community planning experience, knowledge of the NFIP, and one year of experience at GS-8 or above are required.
Assistant Emergency Management Professor
North Dakota State University
Fargo, North Dakota
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: Open until filled
This tenure-track position will teach in the NDSU emergency management program, including courses in research methods, volunteer groups in disasters, special needs populations in disasters, and basic emergency management. Teaching experience, active research publication, and grant writing experience are preferred. A PhD in emergency management or a related field is required.
Natural Perils Risk Assessment Specialist
Swiss Reinsurance Company
Adliswil, Switzerland
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: February 28, 2011
This position will develop wind and flood risk assessment methods using cutting edge software and existing catastrophe models. An advanced degree in engineering or natural science, MATLAB programming skills, knowledge of risk assessment techniques, and a broad background in science, business, and finance are required.
Division of Atmospheric Sciences Director
Desert Research Institute
Reno, Nevada
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position supports and develops the research activities of the Atmospheric Sciences Division by implementing program needs, integrating teaching and research activities in other departments, and building new client relationships. A PhD in atmospheric sciences or a related field, strong leadership skills, and creative funding procurement abilities are required.