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• Assistant Research Scientist, Geology - Illinois State Geological Survey - Deadline to Apply 6:00 p.m. December 13, 2024

  Nov 12, 2024 7:30 pm

  Illinois State Geological Survey is seeking to hire an Assistant Research Scientist, Geology to lead basic and applied research in geological mapping of glacial and non-glacial Quaternary deposits, environmental geology and/or environmental hazards.  

• Research Field Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey : Application Deadline: December 13, 2024

  Nov 5, 2024 10:45 am

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking 3 field technicians to conduct research on the behavior and habitat use of wild turkeys in Illinois. Primary responsibilities will include trapping, radio-tagging, tracking wild turkeys, and remotely downloading data from their transmitters. All positions will have a start date of on or around January 10, 2025. Housing and field vehicles are provided. Shared housing will be located near Shelbyville, Illinois, which is approximately 30 minutes to an hour away from field sites.  

   

• Assistant Research Scientist, Large River Fisheries Ecology - Illinois River Biological Station, INHS - Deadline to Apply: December 2, 2024 by 6:00 PM

  Nov 5, 2024 9:45 am

  The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS), which investigates and documents the biological resources of Illinois and other areas and acquires and provides natural history information that can be used to promote the common understanding, conservation, and management of these resources, is seeking to hire a Large River Fisheries Ecologists to develop, direct, and conduct research activities focused on issues surrounding the impact, control, and management of bigheaded carp and other potential nuisance or invasive species throughout the Upper Mississippi River. This position is located in Havana, IL. However, most work will be based at our satellite office in Macomb, IL.

• Visiting Assistant Research Scientist, Insect Monitoring - Illinois Natural History Survey/PRI - Deadline to Apply: November 8, 2024 by 6:00PM

  Nov 4, 2024 10:15 am

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking a Visiting Assistant Research Scientist who will develop, plan, direct, and conduct basic and applied research of significance on selected harmful or economically significant insect pests, including non-native pets, pests of export significance, and/or pest not known to occur in the U.S.  This position will be based in Champaign, IL. 

• Postdoctoral Research Associate, Analytical Chemistry - Illinois Sustainable Technology Center

  Oct 30, 2024 9:00 am

  The researcher will primarily focus on developing analytical methods for major cations, anions, trace metals, and rare earth elements (REE) in CCR effluents. Desired expertise includes inorganic analytical chemistry, sample enrichment/separation, spectroscopic analytical instrumentation, and processing of REE and critical minerals (CM).

• Assistant Director for Data Stewardship - PRI

  Oct 29, 2024 11:45 am

  PRI is seeking to hire a Assistant Director for Data Stewardship who will serve as an integral member of the PRI Executive Leadership team. Recommend, contribute, and collaborate with the PRI Executive Director to develop and implement the strategic vision for the Institute, to implement process improvements, and to develop and implement metrics and track progress toward strategic goals. Will provide vision and leadership in developing and implementing a comprehensive data stewardship program at the Prairie Research Institute. This role will involve managing a multidisciplinary team, leading grant proposals, collaborating with external partners and stakeholders, and overseeing the integration and interoperability of diverse data systems to support the Institute's research objectives.

• Graduate Research Assistantships (MS or Ph.D.) - Aquatic Ecology - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Oct 17, 2024 10:45 am

  The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) is seeking 2 graduate research assistants (GRAs) starting Summer or Fall 2025 to conduct research in the areas of aquatic ecology, invasion biology, or fisheries ecology. MS or PhD GRAs are available to research topics such as sport fish growth and recruitment, habitat enhancements for reservoir fisheries, riverine larval fish ecology, and harvest regulations.

• Visiting Assistant Research Scientist, Process Engineer - Illinois State Geological Survey - Deadline to Apply 6:00 p.m. November 7, 2024

  Oct 17, 2024 10:00 am

  ISGS is seeking to hire a Visiting Assistant Research Scientist, Process Engineer to conduct original research and technology development for ongoing projects related to critical mineral separation, refining, and process design.  Conceive, recommend, and initiate new research in these areas.  This position is based in Champaign, Illinois.

• Postdoctoral Fellow Climatology

  Oct 15, 2024 10:15 am

  Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: Maritime to Inland Transitions Towards ENvironments for Convection Initiation (MITTEN-CI) 
  

  A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available to join a university institute-based research group focused on analyzing observational data and improving understanding of the evolution of the lower atmosphere in response to differing land/water areas traversed by the air in the Great Lakes region. Prospective candidates must have a strong background in atmospheric science, as well as extensive programming and data visualization skills.

• Postdoctoral Research Associate - Illinois Sustainable Technology Center, Prairie Research Institute

  Oct 1, 2024 12:00 pm

  The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center is seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct laboratory and field experiments for plant uptake and mitigation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) derived from biosolids applicaiton. In particular, there is interest in developing new treatment techniques to remediate these forever chemicals in various environmental media including water, soils, biosolids and food plants.

• Hydrology in Water Supply Planning - Illinois State Water Survey, Prairire Research Institute, Illinois

  Sep 27, 2024 2:00 pm

• Graduate Student Hourly - Illinois Sustainable Technology Center, Prairie Research Institute

  Sep 27, 2024 1:15 pm

  A graduate student hourly position is available to conduct research project and develop a process for electrochemical wastewater treatment. Key responsibilities will include literature survey, planning and executing experiments, data analysis, and report preparation. A position needs to learn to use instruments and discuss the obtained data with ISTC staff to improve the process

• Molecular Plant Pathology Lab Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Sep 5, 2024 9:15 am

  The Illinois Natural History Survey’s Molecular Plant Pathology Lab is seeking undergraduate/graduate students or hourly technicians for lab work on DNA extraction, detection, and identification of phytoplasma plant pathogenic bacteria. Applications should be received by September 13, 2024. However, posting will remain open throughout the Fall Semester. 

• Graduate Research Assistantship (Ph.D.) (Pollinators) - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Aug 22, 2024 12:15 pm

  The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) and the Department of Entomology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant at the Ph.D. level to work on plants, pollinators, and conservation in Illinois. The student will work with Drs. Mark Davis (INHS) and Dr. Adam Dolezal (Entomology).

• Climate Change & Climate Services, Postdoctoral Research Associate - Illinois State Water Survey

  Aug 18, 2024 12:00 pm

  The Illinois State Climatologist Office is seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to help advance actionable climate information and services for urban planning and hazard resilience across Illinois. The scientist will work in close collaboration with the State Climatologist, the State Emergency Management Agency, and National Weather Service offices to develop web-based climate tools and services that meet the needs of regional planning, urban development, and hazard mitigation partners around the state. The scientist will also assist the State Climatologist Office with stakeholder engagement to ensure the development of climate services meets the growing needs of partners at state and local levels. The position is an excellent opportunity for scientists who are interested in climate services and engaging public and private sector partners to advance climate resilience in Illinois.

• Director and Principal Research Scientist - Illinois State Water Survey/PRI

  Jul 25, 2024 12:30 pm

  The Illinois State Water Survey (ISWS), whose research and service programs provide citizens, industries, and government agencies at all levels with timely, science-based information and analyses necessary to manage our water resources wisely for economic development and a sustainable environment, is seeking a Director who will provide strategic direction and overall administration for the Survey while also serving in a Principal Research Scientist role to administer research activities of the Survey by conceiving, recommending, implementing, directing, and participating in scientific research focused on the selected candidate's area of study while contributing to the overall scientific mission of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI).  This is an in-person position based in Champaign, Illinois.  

• Medical Entomology Field Technician (Hourly): Illinois Natural History Survey

  Feb 2, 2024 1:15 pm

  The Illinois Natural History Survey’s Medial Entomology Lab is seeking undergraduate students or hourly technicians for seasonal field and lab work on mosquito and tick surveillance and research. The position is based at the Illinois Natural History Survey Medical Entomology Lab, within the University Research Park. 

• Student Hourlies GIS & Programming - Illinois State Water Survey, PRI

  Oct 27, 2023 3:45 pm

  We are seeking several University of Illinois graduate students to assist with preparing digitally available GIS data and analyzing streamflow statistics regionalization at the Illinois State Water Survey. The primary duty will be to assist our staff to compile a geodatabase with geology, hydrogeology, land use/land cover, soil, and climate information. It is also expected that the student will prepare data for streamflow statistics regionalization. Detailed documentation is required.