Other opportunities for phycologists ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY
Plant Biology Hofstra University
Full-time, tenure-track, assistant professor position in the Department of Biology. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach plant biology, ecology/evolution and ideally one other of the following subject areas:
plant ecology, plant pathology, mycology, or phycology. The successful candidate should be able to teach courses at a variety of levels, i.e.
non-majors, undergraduate majors, Master's. Faculty in Biology must maintain an active and productive research program accessible to both undergraduate and master's research students. The specific areas of research are open, however preference will be given to candidates whose research involves urban habitats and who can participate actively in our nascent Urban Ecology program. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, experience in course development and design, and demonstrated teaching ability. An interest in and/or experience with innovative teaching techniques is desirable. Post-doctoral experience is preferred. Interested individuals should: (1) submit a curriculum vitae (indicating specific teaching experience, (2) statement of research interests, (3) statement of teaching experience, interests and philosophy, and (4) have letters from three references sent to: Faculty Search, Department of Biology, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549-1140, or email application documents (in PDF format) to Robert.W.Seagull@hofstra.edu. The Department of Biology is a medium-sized, diverse, and growing department. Additional information about the department, faculty, facilities, etc. is posted on the web at:
http://hofstra.edu/biology. Application materials should be received by
15 October 2008. Starting date: September, 2009
Phycologist Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) La Verne, CA
MWD has posted a position for a skilled phycologist to support a comprehensive program to evaluate and manage algae problems in source waters. MWD needs a phycologist with practical taxonomic knowledge, lab skills (isolation and culturing of algae), a thorough knowledge of freshwater algae ecology, and practical experience with field studies including nutrient loading and dynamics, and knowledge of the basic limnological processes that drive algal ecology. Knowledge of taste and odor producing algae, especially those producing 2-methyl isoborneol and geosmin is important as is working knowledge of toxin producing algae.
MWD was created by the state to deliver water great distances to southern California, largely from two sources, the Colorado River and the Bay Delta in northern California. MWD supplies raw and finished water to 18 million people. The position is very challenging and interesting, with a response mode (rapidly evaluate problem algae events, develop management strategies, implement strategies) and a research mode to develop long-term strategies to reduce algae problems. Job Announcement: 5716 LY.
Application Filing Period: May 5, 2008 to May 27, 2008 (no exceptions)
Job Hotline: 1-800-540-6311
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) PetroAlgae, LLC
Melbourne, Florida
PetroAlgae, LLC is commercializing a proprietary, environmentally-friendly alga that generates over two hundred times more oil per acre than traditional biofuel crops like soybeans. Using a cost-effective, modular cultivation process that can be massively scaled, PetroAlgae will produce renewable feed stock oils for use in applications such as transportation fuels (e.g. Biodiesel), heating oil, and plastics. This development places PetroAlgae in a leading position to address an ever-increasing multi-hundred billion dollar global market need for sustainable, affordable sources of petroleum derived products. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CTO will spearhead development of PetroAlgae’s strategic technology direction as well as planning and directing all aspects of the R&D needed to meet those goals. The CTO also will be responsible for expanding the company’s intellectual property to create and defend competitive advantage. Responsibilities:
Serve as key member of the executive team responsible for establishing and executing technology strategy
Establish IP and build technology platform to address multiple vertical markets
Find and source high-potential new technologies for the IP portfolio
Work with Chief Marketing Officer and key industry customers to identify future product needs
Create and implement technology development plans to meet product map/strategy and schedule
Manage R&D and Engineering departments
Develop, build consensus to support, and manage to an R&D operating budget
Qualifications:
PhD in life sciences required, algae experience strongly preferred
Strong biochemistry capabilities required; food oil chemistry knowledge a big plus
Strong quantitative measurement and analysis skills required
15+ years experience in increasingly senior level operating positions required
Exceptional management skills required, with ability to build, lead and motivate R&D and Engineering teams, and ability to work collaboratively with other functional managers
Excellent oral and written communication skills required, including presentation experience to large and diverse audiences. Active Listener
Strong relationship building skills with internal teams, business partners, and customers required
Prior success building a company from start-up to successful exit is a huge plus
Algae Operation Scientist
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Palm Bay, Florida
MS (Ph.D. preferred) in biology, chemistry or environmental sciences or equivalent laboratory experience
Previous management experience a plus
FAST FORWARD 5 YEARS.... Operating one of the only algae bio-diesel plants in the world you are the key contact for ensuring that these green critters are fat & happy before being sent off to the crushing chamber. Utilizing your knowledge of algae & biochemistry you continually monitor and adjust processes to maximize the output of this 'green', renewable energy source.
BACK TO TODAY...
If you are interested in getting in on the ground floor of an exceptional company producing an extraordinary product and working with some of the brightest individuals on the planet, please read on....
In order to build and improve upon current laboratory knowledge and transfer these lessons to the construction of prototype and production facilities, our client has identified a significant need for a self-motivated Algae Operation Scientist. This key individual must be capable of working with little direction and enjoy an intellectually challenging opportunity. Demonstrated experience in aquaculture, experimental design, biological and chemical laboratory techniques, laboratory instrumentation, good laboratory practices (GLP), data analysis skills, computer literacy, quantitative analysis skills, good communication, and comfort working in both lab and field environments will be important success factors for excellent performance. Proactive interaction with senior staff scientists, engineers and CTO is expected and encouraged. Local travel is required.
Responsibilities:
Design experiments for both lab and field operations
Teach personnel proper laboratory procedures
Set up, develop and maintain algae cultures
Set up and operate algae growth and harvest experiments, including all necessary equipment (tanks, pumps, plastic piping, sensors, centrifuges, etc.)
Collect and analyze experimental performance data and create draft reports
Create and deliver clear, concise research presentations to staff
Operate general biological and chemical laboratory equipment including analytical instrumentation (i.e. GC, spectrophotometer, centrifuge, etc.)
Employ sterile techniques for algal culture and laboratory operations
Work within an unstructured, relatively unsupervised environment
Senior Analytical Chemist
Job Type: Permanent Location: Melbourne, FL
Did you know that most of the oil we extract from the ground is made up of algae that has been dead for thousands of years?
Did you also know that by 2030, the world will require an additional 500 billion gallons of oil?
In September of 2006 our well-funded client formed a company that will forever change the complexion of the petrochemical industry. Instead of waiting around for thousands of years for dead algae to produce oil, they are utilizing a patented strain of micro-algae in conjunction with a proprietary modular cultivation process that allows them to extract biofuel while the algae is still alive. This proven technology creates 200 times more energy per acre than traditional biofuel crops and produces renewable feedstock oils for use in applications ranging from transportation fuels, heating oils, plastics, food and oil. These technologies place them in a leading position to address an ever increasing multi-hundred billion dollar global market for sustainable and affordable sources of petroleum-derived products. Our client currently seeks a Senior Analytical Chemist to join the R&D team and develop analytical methods and laboratory analysis of bio-organic compounds.
The Senior Analytical Chemist will:
Conceptually design and control the quality of chemical processes
Organize and supervise lab scientists and technicians in multiple locations
Provide leadership to all lab personnel so that they deliver very rapid turnaround of analytical results to process development teams in multiple locations
Generate, analyze, and interpret test results
Generate and present reports to scientists, engineers, and managers
Design and analysis in field facilities
Find and supervise appropriate outside vendors and contractors
Outstanding performance in this position requires:
Familiarity with algae and microbiology
Strong knowledge of chemical process engineering and process flow design
Proficiency in operating scientific equipment
Supervisory skills in a laboratory environment (preferably in multiple lab locations)
Qualifications (all of these are absolutely essential):
