GEOBULLETIN
February 11, 2005

SPRING 2004 LECTURE SCHEDULE ---- All lectures (unless otherwise noted) are held on Fridays at 3:30 PM in AB20 (Laudon Lecture Hall).  Coffee and cookies are served in the lobby starting at 315 PM.

TODAY ------  NO LECTURE SCHEDULED
February 17 (THURSDAY at 2:25 in ROOM 140, Weeks Hall) ------ Tim Masterlark ------ USGS National Center for EROS ---"The Dynamic Anatomy of Seguam Island, Alaska"
February 18 ------ Tom Burbey ---- Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University ---- "Proposed site for a Deep Underground Science & Engineering Laboratory (DUSEL)"
March 11 ---------- Maciej Pawlikowski ----- University of Science and Technology --- Crakow, Poland ----
April 1 -------------- Jeff Dorale ---- University of Iowa ----
April 8 -------------- Simon Wilde --- Curtin University --- Australia
April 22 --------  Luis Marin ------ Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Cd. Universitaria, Mexico City
April 29 --------   Chris Swezey ---- USGS

SPRING SEMESTER FACULTY MEETINGS ------ March 2, April 6 and May 4.

GEOBADGER ALUMNI WEEKEND ------  Reminder to all that the department is planning an Alumni Weekend/dedication of the west wing for the weekend of May 5 - 8.   Activities start Friday, May 6th with the dedication of the west wing, the afternoon hours will have 5 lectures by distinguished speakers (alums) followed by a cookout in the courtyard.  Saturday activities include a field trip led by Dave Mickelson and the Annual Spring Banquet including awards ceremony during the evening. 

PhD students wanted:  UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - COLUMBIA -----  Experimental petrology / volcanology ------ Looking for PhD students to work on NSF-funded research into the physical properties of silicate liquids, magmas and glasses.  One project focuses on volcanological aspects, with field work at the rhyodacite dome of Santiaguito in Guatemala. Another focuses on crustal melting in orogenic belts. Other field applications can be developed.  Both projects will have a large lab component, and involve some theoretical modeling.  A strong background in physical chemistry and thermodynamics is required. For full consideration, applications should be received by February 15th.  Instructions for applying to the Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia, can be found at:  http://www.missouri.edu/~geolwww/degree/gradapply.html Interested students should in any case contact me as soon as possible (whittingtona@missouri.edu) to learn more about the project and the department.  Dr. Alan Whittington  (573) 884-7625 --- Department of Geological Sciences   ---- 101 Geology Building ---- University of Missouri-Columbia  ---- Email:  whittingtona@missouri.edu ------- Columbia, MO 65211-1380, USA             Web:  http://www.missouri.edu/~agw526/

AVAILABLE POSITIONS ------ DETAILS EITHER IN THE OFFICE OR ON THE WEB
WESTFAELISCHE WLHELMS-UNIVERSITAET MUENSTER ----  Germany ------ Geologisch-Palaeontologisches Institut. Seek to fill an immediate opening for a research associate. The position is currently limited until March 31, 2006.  The successful applicant should hold a Ph.D. in earth sciences. A firm knowledge in light stable isotope geochemistry, with an emphasis on low temperature (bio)geochemistry, is a prerequisite. The research associate will be responsible for the stable isotope laboratory including the active development of analytical methods. The position includes teaching at different levels within the Bachelor and Master of Science curriculum. Working knowledge of the German language is required.  Please send your application to Prof. Dr. Harald Strauss ---- Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster ------- Geologisch-Paläontologisches Institut ------ Corrensstr. 24 ---- 48149 Münster.  Tel ++49-511-643-2884   -  fax -3664

LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY, EARTH & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES DIVISION ------- The Hydrology, Geochemistry, and Geology Group (EES-6) at Los Alamos National Lab is seeking an inorganic analytical chemist to help operate and maintain the aqueous-chemistry lab.  Responsibilities will include, but not limited to, performing established analytical procedures, development of new procedures, instrument maintenance, sample preparation and analysis, data reporting, and quality assurance activities. Materials analyzed in this lab range from natural waters to rocks to volcanic fluids. Opportunities for personal research exist.  Required Skills:  A background in analytical chemistry with a minimum of two years hands-on experience with one or more techniques such as ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and IC.  Demonstrated experience meeting demanding deadlines while working independently on multiple tasks.  Must be able and willing to learn additional analytical techniques as necessary.  A strong commitment to safety and security is essential.  Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship.  Position requires a bachelor's or advanced degree in the chemical or physical sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience. For questions regarding this position, contact Patrick Longmire at plongmire@lanl.gov or call at 505-665-1264.   For specific questions about the status of this job, call (505) 667-8546.  Formal job ad can be found at http://www.hr.lanl.gov/jps/jobsdb.asp?JobType=UC&Order=DatePosted&RecScope=EX Job #209385. Deadline for application submittal is February 28, 2005.