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Landscape physical and biological processes are coupled to, and generally primary determinants of, in-stream physical and biological processes. In many cases we have a thorough mechanistic understanding of these relationships, though perhaps only for small spatial scales or single process domains; while in other cases we may have correlated patterns of physical and biological processes across the landscape. Nonetheless, this knowledge can be aggregated to form the basis of larger scale predictive models. This project seeks to develop landscape-scale process models to predict large-scale patterns of productivity and life-history diversity in Pacific Northwest salmonid fishes. These process models are intended to relate upslope conditions (e.g., vegetation, geology, topography) and processes (e.g., erosion, heat-transport) to in-stream biological and physical conditions and processes to explore the extent to which landscape scale physical and biological processes predict patterns of life history and species diversity. The end product of this project would be a spatially explicit prediction of in-stream habitat conditions that support salmonid ecological and evolutionary processes. Data and information for this project will be drawn from ongoing research and monitoring efforts across the Pacific Northwest; however, where locally specific information is lacking, the candidate will be expected to develop the necessary data from the literature. The candidate for this position will be an active member of an existing research team, and will need to interact with a broad range of researchers to develop model inputs. The position will require the ability to take a diverse set of inputs (data, expert opinion, off-the shelf models) to generate the necessary predictive model components, and as a result, the ability to develop complex computer programs for data reduction and model construction is necessary. These Post-doctoral or Senior Associate research position are being offered through the NRC's Research Associateship Program (http://www7.nationalacademies.org/rap/). For further information please contact: Dr. Chris Jordan NOAA-National Marine Fisheries – Northwest Fisheries Science Center c/o US EPA Western Ecology Division Corvallis, OR chris.jordan@noaa.gov

In an ongoing research project funded by NOAA-Fisheries, Bonneville Power Administration and the US Bureau of Reclamation, we are developing approached to data collection, management and analysis to support the conservation of ESA listed salmonid fish populations and their freshwater habitats. The analysis component of this project has the following goals: (i) understanding the role monitoring methods play in determining data quality and utility; (ii) developing recommendations on monitoring methods; (iii) developing process models to guide resource management decision making; and (iv) developing a data analysis framework that will form the basis of future data collection and management efforts. The project currently has an opening for a post-doctoral researcher in the data analysis group. This position will work closely with the Principal Investigator, project coordinators and contract technical staff, but would have free reign to design and conduct data analysis projects. The data analysis component of the project will require significant data reduction, description and summarization through standard univariate modeling approaches. However, the novel aspects of the work are expected to come from pattern and process exploration through multivariate approaches to ordination and classification, as well as model based methods such as, Structural Equation Modeling and MAR-1. The successful candidate will be a productive, self-directed and motivated individual interested in exploring multiple large, complex data sets through statistically based modeling approaches. Familiarity with aquatic biological processes, in particular anadromous salmonid life-cycles, is a strong plus, but not an absolute requirement. The ability to develop novel, single-use computer models, as well as make use of existing data analysis software packages, is a requirement. Formal training in model-based statistical data analysis and a demonstrated record of productivity is necessary. For further information please contact: Dr. Chris Jordan NOAA-National Marine Fisheries – Northwest Fisheries Science Center c/o US EPA Western Ecology Division Corvallis, OR chris.jordan@noaa.gov

Job Description The Associate Program Officer will participate in strategic design, implementation and management of the markets grantmaking portfolio area. Key responsibilities include: fostering and maintaining grantee relationships at several levels; reviewing and analyzing grant proposals; making grant recommendations; assessing progress and grantee performance through project visits, meetings, evaluation and grantee reports; staying abreast of business, scientific, and policy issues pertinent to the field; establishing new networks with other funders, prospective NGOs, prospective change makers related or connected fields; and undertaking special research projects. This position will report to the Marine Fisheries Program Officer and will work as part of a team including the Program Officer, another Associate Program Officer (policy), and two Program Associates. Please review the full description online before applying: http://www.packard.org/itemList.aspx?RootCatID=2&CategoryID=47 Qualifications Please compose a thoughtful cover letter that describes your commitment to the mission of the David & Lucile Packard Foundation and how your experience satisfies the following: Working knowledge of regional, national, and international conservation, sustainable business and science issues germane to the Conservation and Science Program's areas of interest. Demonstrated understanding of factors influencing U.S. and international fisheries management and the global seafood industry. Intellectual agility and ability to analyze, conduct research, think critically, and understand business, policy and scientific studies that are directly relevant to programmatic funding areas. Ability to effectively engage individuals from non-governmental, business, academic, and policy communities. A background that reflects the core values and program goals of the Conservation and Science Program. Ability to critically assess opportunities and constraints, often with limited information. Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal, strong presentation skills. Demonstrated decision-making abilities using multiple data sources. Impeccable integrity, a sense of humor, and a diplomatic approach to problem-solving. Ability to travel regularly within the U.S. and once in a while abroad, sometimes over weekends. Advanced degree in conservation policy, sustainable business, marine conservation, or related field. Preferred Start Date: May 2008 Compensation: $59K-89K commensurate with experience, excellent benefits Sponsor International Candidates: No Location: Both positions based in Los Altos, CA (all Foundation employees located and based in Los Altos) Lisa A. Monzón Program Officer, Marine Fisheries Conservation & Science Program The David and Lucile Packard Foundation 300 Second Street Los Altos, California 94022 lmonzon@packard.org

*JOB ANNOUNCEMENT – Senior International Fellow** *Pew Center on Global Climate Change, Arlington, Virginia, USA The Pew Center on Global Climate Change seeks a highly qualified and committed individual to work with the International team on policy analysis and outreach. *Starting Date:* July *Responsibilities Include:* - Research and analyze international climate policy issues - Monitor international and national (outside the U.S.) climate policy developments - Establish and maintain relations with representatives of governments, institutions, and stakeholders engaged in international climate policy - Work on oversight and editing of Pew Center reports - Coordinate planning and logistics for workshops, briefings, and other events - Conduct outreach at international climate negotiations and other meetings and conferences - Assist with administrative tasks as needed *Qualifications:* - Advanced degree in environmental policy, international relations, energy/resources or related field - Strong analytical, quantitative, writing, and editing skills - Interdisciplinary understanding of the climate change issue (technology, politics, economics) - Background in international climate negotiations and policy - Expertise on energy and climate policy in China and other developing countries a strong plus - Attention to detail - Willingness to pitch in at all levels - Willingness to travel - English fluency; other languages a strong plus *Compensation:* Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. * * *Status:* Full-time, regular, exempt *Application Deadline:* June 6 *About the Pew Center on Global Climate Change:** *The Pew Center is an independent, non-profit, and non-partisan organization established in 1998 o provide credible information, straight answers, and innovative solutions in the effort to address global climate change. The Center strives to inform the debate by publishing reports in the areas of domestic and international policy, economics, environmental impacts, and practical solutions relating to climate change. To facilitate dialogue among business, government, and non-governmental organizations, the Center hosts conferences and workshops on climate-relevant topics. Pew Center staff participate in meetings on international climate change issues, including the ongoing negotiations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The Center's Business Environmental Leadership Council (BELC), comprised of major companies in diverse sectors with combined annual revenues in excess of $2.8 trillion and more than 3.8 million employees worldwide, demonstrates leadership in addressing the challenge of global climate change by assessing opportunities for emissions reductions, establishing and meeting emissions reduction objectives, and investing in new, more efficient products, practices and technologies. For more information about the Pew Center visit www.pewclimate.org. For more information about the Pew Center visit www.pewclimate.org . *Send resume and cover letter to:** *Human Resources Office Attn: Senior International Fellow Pew Center on Global Climate Change 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 550 Arlington, VA 22201 Fax: 703-8141-1422 Email: hr@pewclimate.org

Concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, along with other long-term constraints on
conventional energy supply options, are driving an unprecedented increase in the
demand for energy efficiency and renewable energy, and in turn, the professionals
that are needed to ensure their promise is fulfilled. Itron Inc. is the global
leader in energy metering and related meter data analysis software, and Itron's
Consulting and Analysis (C&A) group is at the forefront of energy efficiency and
renewable energy resource planning, program evaluation, and policy analysis,
providing a wide range of consulting services to stakeholders in the energy industry
(including utilities, regulators, and state agencies) in the U.S. and abroad. Over
the last three decades, Itron's C&A group has earned the position as one of the
nation's top providers of energy analysis services and is the industry leader in
California, the nation's most dynamic market for environmentally-preferred energy
resources.

Itron's C&A group is currently seeking junior and senior level energy consultants,
analysts, and engineers to complement the diverse staff in our Oakland office.
Selected opportunities are also available in San Diego, and Vancouver, WA. The
ideal candidate will be a self-driven, detail-oriented person who learns quickly and
is able to work either independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

All positions require strong written and verbal communication skills, strong
analytical skills, and an aptitude for data analysis and research. If you thrive in
a highly analytical environment where you learn something new everyday, then you are
a candidate to work in Itron's C&A group.

Primary responsibilities for energy consultants and analysts include:

§ collecting and analyzing data to support comprehensive evaluations of
energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and policies, including statistical
modeling

§ assessing existing and emerging energy technologies

§ tracking current developments in energy policy at the national and state
level

§ serving as the primary point of contact for multiple customers

§ managing detailed and complex projects

§ writing project reports and proposals

§ presenting papers at conferences

Primary responsibilities for energy engineers include:

§ providing engineering and analytical support, including building energy
end-use simulations and analyses

§ conducting site visits

§ developing monitoring plans

§ documenting and commissioning monitoring systems

§ validating monitored data and performing engineering data analysis and
interpretation

Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office software including
Word and Excel and possess research and communication skills. Applicants with work
experience or experience using SAS, Access, or SQL are a plus. An advanced degree
and/or experience in the energy industry are desirable, but not required.

For junior analyst positions, a Bachelor Degree in Economics, Math, Computer
Science, Engineering, Statistics, Environmental Science, or an energy-related or
interdisciplinary field is required. Experience with quantitative data analysis and
familiarity with energy efficiency/renewable technologies and policies is very
desirable.

For senior analyst or consultant positions, an advanced degree in Economics,
Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or an
energy-related or interdisciplinary field is required. Experience with energy or
climate policy analysis; utility energy efficiency programs;
renewable/self-generation programs; building energy analysis; and/or energy markets
is very desirable.

For engineering positions, a B.S. in Mechanical / Electrical / Environmental
Engineering or Physics is required and an advanced engineering degree, E.I.T., or
P.E. license is preferred. Experience with the industrial and commercial sectors;
utility energy efficiency programs; renewable/self-generation equipment and
programs; building equipment and systems; building energy end-use assessment; and
building energy use simulation software and algorithms (e.g., eQUEST/DOE2.2) is very
desirable.

Applications should be submitted online at: http://sh.webhire.com/public/288/ (search "energy").

The Cleantech Group(tm) LLC provides insight, opportunities and builds relationships
that catalyze and accelerate the growth of cleantech markets globally. The Cleantech
Group(tm) family of companies are the founders of the cleantech investment category
and bring investors, executives, thought leaders, policy makers, and entrepreneurs
together to facilitate the growth of cleantech through five business units; the
Cleantech Network(tm), Cleantech Advisors(tm), Cleantech Indices(tm), Cleantech
Search(tm), and Cleantech China(tm). Since introducing cleantech as a viable
investment thesis in 2002, the efforts of the Cleantech Group(tm) companies have
spawned a new investment class with an annual growth rate exceeding 50%.

We are adding a new position of Research and Data Analyst to our Cleantech China
team and are seeking extraordinary candidates interested in a career with a rapidly
growing company that is one of the principal drivers of the cleantech category
globally.

Position Overview

The Research and Data Analyst for Cleantech China conducts primary and secondary
research of the cleantech and related financial and investment markets as required.
The responsibilities include the collection, verification and quality assurance of
investment, market, technology, and financial data on the Cleantech related
technology and sectors in China. This position requires attention to detail,
accuracy, and working independently and under tight deadlines to consistently
produce high quality work that matches our high standards for accuracy, timeliness,
relevancy, and professionalism.

Key responsibilities

* Effectively work under minimal supervision to conduct primary and secondary
market research on Clean technologies and sectors in China in both Chinese and
English
* Gather and analyze information on new venture capital deals, IPOs and M&A,
corporations, entrepreneurial organizations, government agencies, academic
institutions and other areas as assigned and taking responsibility for the quality
of that data
* Gather and analyze other relevant information that might affect the performance
of the industry or a specific industry segment
* Maintain up-to-date, approved data and information in Cleantech databases
* Conduct market research interviews and surveys with investors groups, corporate
executives, government officials and academic professionals as required
* Manage relationships with leading data sources and information providers to
enhance visibility and establish an effective pipeline of high quality and timely
information

Requirements

* Minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience leading primary and secondary market
research in China.
* BA/BS or higher degree in engineering and technology or business/finance preferred
* Established track record of analyzing and reporting data and research in both
Chinese and English
* Knowledge of clean and emerging technologies a plus
* Strong interest in sustainability as a driver of technology investment and
market development
* Detail oriented, highly organized and able to present key findings to senior
management
* Proven research and data analytical skills
* Able to work with minimum supervision

The Cleantech Group (www.cleantech.com) offers you a
unique platform to showcase your analytical skills and insight. We offer a
competitive compensation plan and the opportunity for advancement in a fast-paced,
entrepreneurial professional work environment.

Submit your resume to jmahoney@cleantech.com

Ausra, Inc. is developing large-scale solar thermal power plants that will provide
electricity at market-competitive prices without carbon emissions. Our business plan
includes the installation of 1-2 GW per year of our unique Compact Linear Fresnel
Reflector CLFR) solar thermal electric technology. If you like a fast-paced,
high-growth start-up environment, with talented people dedicated to building a great
business that makes a difference, then you should consider Ausra.

Responsibilities:
* Analyze research concepts for performance, costs and risks
* Develop new ideas with a rigorous design, analysis and testing methodology
* Drive a holistic view of product design, spanning procurement, engineering,
manufacturing and field construction
* Conceive and execute testing programs to measure and understand physical
phenomena in critical components and systems
* Mentor and assist others with their experimental designs and computational
analyses
* Contribute to a wide array of research projects spanning multiple fields

Qualifications:
* Masters or PhD in engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
* Extensive experience in experimental design and uncertainty analysis
* Professional Engineer certification in California is a big plus
* Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, in cross-disciplinary
efforts, and through multiple departments to achieve goals and objectives
* Familiarity with SolidWorks a plus
* Product design experience
* A proven ability to work independently on challenging and open-ended projects
* A self-starter who can work independently and also thrive in a dynamic team
environment

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Ausra, Inc. is developing large-scale solar thermal power plants that will provide
electricity at market-competitive prices without carbon emissions. Our business plan
includes the installation of 1-2 GW per year of our unique Compact Linear Fresnel
Reflector CLFR) solar thermal electric technology. If you like a fast-paced,
high-growth start-up environment, with talented people dedicated to building a great
business that makes a difference, then you should consider Ausra.

Responsibilities:
* Represent Ausra in technical due diligence meetings with financial and
strategic partners.
* Build effective internal relationships with Ausra's commercial and technical
teams
* Continuously improve and maintain Ausra's technical due diligence customer
portal site.
* Create new technical documentation, Customer FAQs, manuals, etc., as
\necessary to improve Ausra's customer response time
* Analyze project economics based on economic, optical, thermal, and
electrical performance models.
* Simultaneously manage the technical due diligence process for several large
partners for project and corporate financing.

Qualifications:
* B.S. degree or higher in the physical sciences or engineering (or
equivalent). Mechanical engineering preferred.
* Several years of experience in a technical marketing, product management or
sales engineer role, involving a complex product and large transactions.
* Power industry experience is a plus.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, in cross-
disciplinary efforts, and through multiple departments to achieve goals and
objectives
* Proven ability to create clear documentation on technical topics for
technical or non-technical audiences.
* Clear and effective presentation skills, and confidence in large or
high-level meetings.
* Excellent analytical skills.

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Ausra, Inc. is developing large-scale solar thermal power plants that will provide
electricity at market-competitive prices without carbon emissions. Our business plan
includes the installation of 1-2 GW per year of our unique Compact Linear Fresnel
Reflector CLFR) solar thermal electric technology. If you like a fast-paced,
high-growth start-up environment, with talented people dedicated to building a great
business that makes a difference, then you should consider Ausra.

Responsibilities:
* Analyze all key power plant and solar field structures to drive down cost,
improve performance and deliver safety and longevity
* Drive an end-to-end view of engineering design: spanning research and
development, procurement, engineering, manufacturing and field construction
* Execute testing programs to verify designs and assess risks
* Work independently to analyze complex issues
* Represent Ausra in technical due diligence processes with potential
customers and partners
* Mentor other engineers

Qualifications:
* Masters or PhD in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Professional Engineer certification in California is a big plus
* Experience in designing to meet seismic and wind code requirements
* Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, in cross-disciplinary
efforts, and through multiple departments to achieve goals and objectives
* Excellent analytical and experimental measurement skills
* Power industry experience is a plus
* Experience running structural FEA such as ANSYS or equivalent is a plus
* Familiarity with SolidWorks a plus

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Ausra, Inc. is developing large-scale solar thermal power plants that will provide
electricity at market-competitive prices without carbon emissions. Our business plan
includes the installation of 1-2 GW per year of our unique Compact Linear Fresnel
Reflector CLFR) solar thermal electric technology. If you like a fast-paced,
high-growth start-up environment, with talented people dedicated to building a great
business that makes a difference, then you should consider Ausra.

Responsibilities:
* Optimization of power generation concepts to match our technology and market
opportunities
* Preparation of specifications
* Cost estimation
* Performance modeling and analysis
* Project planning
* Negotiation of supply and service contracts
* Project management

Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering
* CA Professional Engineer registration is preferred
* Experience in power plant design and construction (generators, protection,
transformers, high voltage, medium voltage and low voltage equipment and systems,
controls and instrumentation)
* Experience in developing specifications for engineering, procurement and
construction contracts
* Knowledge of relevant codes and practices
* Good written and oral communication skills
* A proven ability to work independently on challenging and time-constrained
projects
* A self-starter who can thrive in a dynamic team environment
* Demonstrated team leadership and management skills
* Experience with HV connection applications and network studies would be well
regarded

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