JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Date: 1/18/2016 From: Michelle Littleton, HR Generalist Subject: Plant Quality Supervisor II (Salaried Exempt) Implement and manage quality systems and lead continuous improvement activity. Ensure quality and technical objectives are properly deployed. Supervise activities and training of quality technicians. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and regulations and participate in facility health & safety activities as assigned. • Be pro-active in identifying and performing tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality and environmental performance. • Ensure SOPs and JSAs exist and are updated for all quality tasks. Ensure required training for Quality Technicians ...
Read MoreField Technician Scion specialises in research, science and technology development for the forestry industry, wood products and wood-derived materials. We lead new technology development for renewables, bioproducts and energy and the establishment of a broader based bio-economy. We are seeking a self-motivated and driven individual with an interest in forestry and forest ecology to play a vital role in the delivery of our research in the Forest Science Group based in Christchurch. You will assist with the establishment and maintenance of experimental field trials (including chemical spray trials), general fieldwork and data collection, and the clearing and sorting of beetle ...
Read MoreDescription The West Virginia University’s Renewable Materials and Bioenergy Research Center is seeking applicants to fill two Graduate Research Assistant positions in: (1) Advanced Biomass Logistics, and (2) Lignocellulose-based Products. Both positions will be available in August, 2016. Qualifications We are looking for motivated applicants with good work ethic, who are interested in participating in multidisciplinary research projects. 1. Advanced Biomass Logistics MS in forest management, forest or agricultural engineering, or related sciences with Demonstrated knowledge in computation, modeling, and statistics Experience in life cycle analysis and techno-economic analysis Strong communication skills 2. Lignocellulose-based Products MS in applied chemistry, wood ...
Read Morehttps://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427715100 JOB SUMMARY: A career with the Forest Service will challenge you to manage and care for more than 193 million acres of our nation’s most magnificent lands, conduct research through a network of forest and range experiment stations and the Forest Products Laboratory, and provide assistance to State and private forestry agencies. It’s an awesome responsibility – but the rewards are as limitless as the views. This position is with the USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory’s Engineering Composites Science Research Work Unit, and is located in Orono, ME. The selectee will be expected to use material science approaches to optimize processes, ...
Read MoreThe Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world’s largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands. Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free work place. Position Overview: The Process and Formulation Material Specialist will work with Formulation Scientists to support the formulation development from bench-top experiments to commercial launch. This position requires a broad base knowledge ...
Read MoreThe School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences (SAFES), at Clemson University is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with specialization in forest resource management and economics. The position is a 12-month appointment with the majority of responsibilities in Extension with some teaching. The anticipated starting date is in early 2015. Clemson is a Land-Grant university situated in the Piedmont of South Carolina. The successful candidate will develop a statewide extension program that promotes best practices to landowners and managers while being cognizant of current and emerging issues in forest resource management and ...
Read MoreThe School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences is seeking applicants for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position in Forest Ecology, with a split assignment in teaching and research. The position is located in the School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences at Clemson University in Clemson, SC. Clemson is a land-grant university situated in the Upper Piedmont of South Carolina, USA. In addition to the 1,400-acre campus the school has access to 18,000 acres on the University Forests and Farms near Clemson and 16,000 acres of land on the coast on Hobcaw Barony, both devoted to teaching, research, and outreach. ...
Read MoreDepartment of Wood Science & Engineering Oregon State University 119 Richardson Hall Corvallis, Oregon 97331-5706 Faculty Position The Department of Wood Science & Engineering seeks a creative and innovative faculty member for a position as Assistant Professor of Architecture and Wood Design. The position will become available July 1, 2015. This is a 9-month, tenure-track position. The incumbent is encouraged to increase his/her base appointment/salary by seeking supplemental funding through other activities outside of their approved position description. Responsibilities Research and Creative Work: Candidates are expected to pursue a well-defined research and creative practice agenda with a commitment to sustained ...
Read MoreOne PhD candidate graduate position is available for a multidisciplinary project at the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts at Mississippi State University. The successful candidate will be involved in a highly multidisciplinary research and will receive training in biomass chemistry, chemometric modeling, and development of bio-based resins. The proposed project is in close collaboration with industry and focuses on development of lignin-based bioproducts for application in coatings and adhesives. The results of this study are expected to find application for lignin (by-products of pulp and paper, and bioethanol industry) while developing sustainable raw materials for polymer industry. The candidate should have: ...
Read MoreASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR – Forest and Natural Resources Certification and Sustainability Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources and The Savannah River Ecology Laboratory The University of Georgia POSITION: Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Professor in Forest Certification and Natural Resources Sustainability. This is a full time, tenure-track, 12-month, 50% teaching, 50% research appointment. This position is a split appointment between the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) (50%) and the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources (50%) and is located at The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. This position is part of an ongoing cluster hire ...
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