^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ AWG E-MAIL NEWS No. 2000-38, August 18, 2000 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ CONTENTS: 1) REVEL PROJECT 2) GSA ASSOCIATED SOCIETIES UPDATE 3) POSITION OPENINGS ***National Science Foundation-Secton Heads ***Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS-Lead Developer/Programmer ***Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS-Date Manager ***Bureau of Land Management-Paleontologist 4) SUBMISSION & MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 The Research and Education: Volcanoes, Exploration and Life (REVEL) Project has selected nine science teachers who have a strong interest in bringing exciting current research to their students and colleagues! With the REVEL Project, teachers journey on the open ocean and participate in deep-sea field research. The REVEL teacher (REVELer) works closely with scientists, is involved in cutting-edge science and technology, and is immersed in the process of science. Supporting this seagoing experience are professional development opportunities through which REVELers increase content knowledge, enhance teaching skills, transfer the experience to the classroom, assume leadership roles, and collaborate with a network of researchers and education professionals. The REVEL Project is sponsored by the National Science Foundation's (NSF), Directorate of Geosciences, Division of Ocean Sciences (OCE). Additional support comes from the University of Washington. REVEL is facilitated by the University of Washington in Seattle, the Pennsylvania State University in University Park, the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York, and the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center in Monterey, California. The REVEL 2000 program is providing five REVELers an opportunity to sail on the R/V Thomas G. Thompson from August 3 to August 21, 2000. These teachers will study the hydrothermal plumes escaping from the seafloor of the Endeavour Ridge, 200 miles off the coast of Washington and Canada. They will participate in the Automated Underwater Vehicle (AUV) ABE operations with an international team of scientists from the University of Washington, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Japan. For the first time, a trained REVELer who participated in a previous cruise will lead the group of teachers on board and two high school students will take part in the research activities on board. The REVEL Project web site allows the public to follow the sea-going adventures of these teachers as the research vessel Thomas G. Thompson sails in the N.E. Pacific Ocean. Check the daily logbook of the expeditions at http://www.ocean.washington.edu/outreach/revel And send questions to teachers and scientists at sea at revel@ocean.washington.edu 2222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222 2) GSA ASSOCIATED SOCIETIES UPDATE Greetings: It has been a while since we corresponded with Associated Societies and I wanted to bring you up-to-date on two pending issues for GSA Associated Societies First, as you know, in GSA's Strategic Plan one of the goals is to change governance to be more inclusive of GSA Sections, Divisions, and Associated Societies. The present 12-member Council representing the membership at large will be reconfigured so that three positions will be filled by one representative each from the Sections, Divisions, and Associated Societies. Through this action, Associated Societies will have a stronger voice in GSA's future and will bring the unique perspective of the broader geology community. It is important that GSA Associated Societies discuss this option among themselves to see if it is possible for a representative to provide a unified Associated Society perspective to Council. Divisions and Sections have convened to provide their representatives and it is time for Associated Societies to discuss this option and decide if this is representation that you would like to participate in. I suggest that the members of this listserv discuss the advantages and disadvantages and decide if this is an option you would like to pursue. If you decide that this will be of benefit, then Associated Societies will need to do the following. 1. Nominate two persons (and two alternates) from the Associated Societies to be placed on the agenda for the May 2001 Council meeting. The deadline for submission is April 6, 2001. Council will vote on the AS nominations and place two persons on the 2001 ballot. The elected representative will begin a three-year term in 2002. The primary responsibilities of a Councilor are: (a). Attend a participate actively in all Council meetings; 2 per year usually in May and at the Annual Meeting, (b) Serve on an average of two GSA committees per year (for example, Publications, Long-Range/Strategic Planning, Audit, Annual Program, Awards, Professional Development), (c) Serve as an ad hoc advisor to the CEO or President 2. GSA would be happy to host another Associated Society breakfast at the Annual Meeting to facilitate discussions on this topic. That meeting could be used to further discuss the advantages, disadvantages, and mechanisms for Council representation by Associated Societies. The meeting would be scheduled again for Thursday morning. 3. In your discussions, Associated Societies will need to (1) decide on an initial mission of the person to be elected, (2) develop a mechanism by which Associated Societies communicate with Council and then Council communicates back with Associated Societies, (3) develop the nomination process for future years, and (4) develop new opportunities for an Associated Society voice on Council. Associated Society representation on Council is an exciting and innovative new effort on the part of GSA and we hope that Associated Societies believe it will be beneficial. We recognize that efforts to bring together individual and unique societies under one representation may be challenging, but please be assured that we are willing to facilitate any discussions that all of you might have to make this a reality. On a different note, all of your societies received a press release in late May indicating that GSA is investigating a new online publishing venture between GSA, Columbia University Earthscape, and the library coalition SPARC. Our role is to provide content for the aggregation, while Columbia provides the mechanism for dissemination and SPARC provides a subscriber base. I will be sending each one of you a letter and a description of the benefits of this aggregation within the next 2 weeks. I hope that you and your society leadership look at this opportunity closely. We are excited to bring together the finest geoscience journals into one database that will reflect our commitment to the science and scholarly publishing. This aggregation also provides all of us with the opportunity to reach the broadest possible nonmember audience (in this case a library market including public libraries) without having to pursue these markets individually (which could be resource and cost prohibitive). We are at the beginning stages of this effort and will be soliciting contributing society's input on the depth, scope, and financial remuneration associated with this venture. I hope to speak with each of you in August to define the project and solicit your input. As we head into the fall, it looks like a busy time for all of us. I hope each of you will discuss these two opportunities with your leadership and join GSA in these exciting new ventures. Peggy S. Lehr Chief Operating Officer The Geological Society of America 3300 Penrose Place Boulder, CO 80301 (303) 447-2020 x 143 plehr@geosociety.org 3333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333 3) POSITION OPENINGS ***National Science Foundation-Secton Heads Dear Colleagues; Because many earth scientists are engaged in field activities during the summer field months, we have extended the closing date for our two open positions for Section Heads within the Division of Earth Sciences at the National Science Foundation. The new closing date will be 15 October, 2000. Both positions are for Section Heads at the level of Senior Executive Service. The positions require candidates with outstanding leadership qualifications, a deep sense of scholarship, a grasp of the issues facing research and education in the Earth Sciences, and the ability to serve effectively as a key member of the policy and management team for the Geosciences Directorate. Both positions also will provide leadership and guidance to multiple international and interagency programs in the Earth Sciences. Each Section Head will oversee four of our disciplinary Programs with approximately eight Program Officers. With respect to discipline, we would like to have one Section Head (Research Grants Section) direct our efforts in the area of "environment-surficial earth" (Programs include: general geology, paleontology, hydrology, tectonics, geochemistry, and associated educational aspects). This Section Head will also be responsible for our expanding efforts in the bio-geosciences. The second Section Head (Special Projects) will be responsible for our efforts in the area of "internal earth" (Programs include: geophysics, continental dynamics, high temperature/pressure geochemistry, instrumentation and facilities, and associated educational aspects). This Section Head will have special responsibility for the emerging EarthScope initiative. These positions may be on a temporary or permanent basis in the Federal Service, or by a temporary assignment under the provisions of the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA). If it is at all possible for you, I would very much appreciate your consideration of these positions - and, if you are not interested for yourself, perhaps you could pass-on these attachments to an appropriate person who might be interested. We are especially interested in identifying women, members of minority groups, and persons with disabilities for consideration. The complete position descriptions are attached below or may be accessed at the NSF homepage: http://www.nsf.gov or the GEO Directorate homepage: http://www.geo.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/drawpage.pl?page=vacancy.htm Thank you for your assistance in this very important task. Herm Zimmerman Please note new phone numbers Herman B. Zimmerman Director, Division of Earth Sciences National Science Foundation, Suite 785 Arlington, VA 22230 TEL: 703-292-8550 FAX: 703-292-9025 ******************************************************************************* ***Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS-Lead Developer/Programmer Responsible for development of computer software in support of the GEMINI web site. Required: BS/BA in computer field; 5 yrs employment experience; demonstrated ability to lead major software development; and demonstrated ability to adapt as industry evolves to new technologies. Salary up to $61,000 annually, depending on qualifications. Ref # 8364. See: for full descriptions, including complete details of requirements and application procedures or contact Annette Delaney, 1930 Constant Ave, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66047, (785) 864-2152, (adelaney@kgs.ukans.edu). Applications postmarked on or before 9-15-00 will be given first consideration. EO/AA employer ******************************************************************************* ***Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS-Data Manager Responsible for the continuing development of the KGS's petroleum database. Required: BS/BA in computer field (degree in another field plus exceptional work may be substituted); 3 yrs employment experience; demonstrated ability to manage data integrity and attention to detail; and ability to communicate and work with team of colleagues. Salary up to $43,000 annually, depending on qualifications. Ref # 65425. See: for full descriptions, including complete details of requirements and application procedures or contact Annette Delaney, 1930 Constant Ave, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66047, (785) 864-2152, (adelaney@kgs.ukans.edu). Applications postmarked on or before 9-15-00 will be given first consideration. EO/AA employer. ******************************************************************************* ***University of Wisconsin-Madison-Faculty Position in Seismology The Department of Geology and Geophysics, UW-Madison, is reopening its search to fill a tenure-track faculty position in the area of seismology, at the assistant or beginning associate professor level. We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in reflection seismology and with a strong interest in tectonics. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous research program, including the supervision of graduate students. Teaching duties will include courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants should submit a resume, statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three references to Prof. C. Thurber, Geophysics Search Chair, Dept. of Geology & Geophysics, UW-Madison, 1215 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53706-1692. Application deadline: September 15, 2000. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. ******************************************************************************* ***Bureau of Land Management-Paleontologist The U. S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Wyoming State Office, Cheyenne, Wyoming, is advertising for a paleontologist at the GS-12/13 level ($50,139 - $59,623 at entry). The announcement is open all US citizens who have held a permanent position with the federal government, and to veterans who have been separated from the US armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 or more years of continuous active service. Within the next few weeks, this position will be advertised to all US citizens. For details of the position, see http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ The announcement number is BLM-WY-00-51. 4444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444 4) SUBMISSION & MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION ***Thanks to everyone who contributed to this issue of AWG E-Mail News. For submissions to AWG E-Mail News, contact Editor Joanne Kluessendorf at editor@awg.org. For advertising, contact the Ad Editor at ads@awg.org. PLEASE SEND AD COPY OR OTHER SUBMISSIONS AS RTF FILES OR AS PART OF AN E-MAIL MESSAGE ***For membership information or to join AWG, visit our website at or contact our business office at ***E-mail or address changes? Send to office@awg.org, please.