Geological and Environmental Sciences, CSU Chico

Mt. Yana is an eroded volcano that resides along the Pacific Crest Trail, only 45 minutes away from Chico! The volcano’s activity has helped to shape much of Northern California, including the Tuscan Formation. Mt. Yana sees a lot of snow in the colder months, but is open for hiking as early as the spring!

Faculty position job posting at CSU, Chico, Dept. of Geological and Environmental Sciences! The Position: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Ecohydrology. Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Initial Review Date: 04/01/2021; complete applications received after that date may be considered.... How to Apply: Applicants must provide a: *current cover letter (including how you have interacted with, or plan to interact with diverse students in teaching, research, and other mentoring) *CV *contact information of three professional references. *All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.csuchico.edu/postings/6345 See more

Power Generation Project Engineer, Senior (ESC) - Hydrology and Hydraulics (Multiple Locations) About the job Requisition ID # 61341 Job Category : Engineering / Science...Continue reading

Field Biologists About the job Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwid...Continue reading

Field Archaeologist About the job Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech’s Disaster Recovery Unit is now accepting applications for Field Archaeologist.... Field archaeologist will support Tetra Tech field projects based in northern California. Field Archaeologist will support the Tetra Tech field team with compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and federal National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental protection requirements, for preservation of historic structures and artifacts under emergency operations. Archaeologist will also advise on best management practices prior to debris removal. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Registered Professional Archaeologist, Certified Archaeological Surveyor, or equivalent qualification Ability to work up to 6 days a week, 10-12 hours a day, outdoors Must have valid driver license and good driving record. About Tetra Tech Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com . To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at www.tetratech.com/careers . We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions. EOE AA M/F/Vet Disability - No call or agencies Additional Information Organization: 105 TDR https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2382486009/

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Reconstructing the Growth and Destruction of Mt. Yana, an Ancient Volcano of the Cascades Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 7:00 PM Online... Join us for an online presentation by Rachel Teasdale, PhD, Professor of Geological and Environmental Sciences, CSU, Chico. Professor Teasdale was previously Director at Gateway and they are happy to welcome her back (virtually) for this talk. Gateway Science Museum's Museum Without Walls lecture series continues every Wednesday evening through the end of October. https://www.csuchico.edu//education/for-lifelon/mwow.shtml

The local TV channel Action News Now contacted the university on Monday to talk about the water quality impacts of the North Complex fire. So Sandrine Matiasek, a hydrologist, got on camera! You can read about the interview in this article: https://www.actionnewsnow.com//Heres-what-you-need-to-know You can even watch the full 13 minute interview if you fancy feeling like you’re in Sandrine's Pollution Science class!

GEOS is looking at possibly having this class online for Spring as an elective and any current students are welcome to give their opinion on if they'd be interested in taking it! GEOS 630-Geotectonic Development of CA This is a graduate course but can be taken by undergraduates to use as an elective for the Geology major. This course will examine the structural-stratigraphic development of California's geologic framework by study of the depositional history, present surface m...orphology, and active tectonic processes which have developed the surficial geology. This course will serve as a virtual study guide for California Specific Exam (CSE) that is required if you are planning to eventually qualify as a California Professional Geologist. PART I. Tectonic development of California: Basin and Range province; Cascade/Modoc Plateau; Sierra Nevada; Great Valley; Klamath Mountains; Northern Calif. Coast Ranges; San Andreas Fault system; Peninsular Ranges; Coastal/offshore California. PART II. Discussion of topics in Active Tectonics: Landforms, Tectonic Geomorphology, Chronology; Geomorphic Indices of Active Tectonics; Active Tectonics and Rivers; Active Tectonics and Coastlines. We will be writing a report on a specific topic having to do with active tectonics and surface morphology, with possible implications for: earthquake hazards, flooding, slope stability, coastal processes, groundwater, Earth resources (oil, gas, minerals, etc.), biologic resources. Pre-requisites: GEOS 101 or 102, and at least 2 other Geology courses or instructor permission.

This last Friday, Russell Shapiro, one of our paleontologists, made virtual learning fun for a class of 3rd graders at University Preparation Charter School. The students had been studying a whale fossil he found previously in the Simi Valley and he zoomed them from his current dig site. He showed them how to tell the difference between a rock and bone (Yes! The tongue test!) and he showed them a finger bone that came from a prehistoric animal, possibly a camel! The students ...were very interactive, asking him all sorts of questions about paleontology and his work. He gave them a excellent learning experience and has been the highlight of the students virtual learning this year. The teacher is in the middle of setting up a second meeting! Hopefully, this is something we can do more in the future, possibly even beyond when virtual learning ends. This truly brought science to life in an excellent interactive way. See more