1) S-1 MEMBER NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

A) SSSA 2005 Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City

Deadline for Changes to Submitted Abstracts
The deadline for changes to your submitted abstracts is Tuesday, August 9, 2005. To change your abstract please visit: http://a-c-s.confex.com/crops/2005am/.

Draft of 2005 Annual Meeting Program Available On-line
A draft of the 2005 Annual Meeting Program is now available at the home page for the 2005 Annual Meeting. It can be viewed by going to http://www.asa-cssa-sssa.org/meetings/acs/ and clicking on the Meeting Program link. This is a DRAFT of the program and minor adjustments in presentation times may occur to accommodate withdrawal of papers from the program.

Division Symposia

Symposium 1: Water and Chemical Fluxes from the Pore to Landscape Scale
Determination of water and chemical fluxes in the vadose zone remains a formidable challenge. Different techniques are used at different spatial and temporal scales to quantify these fluxes. However, there is often lack of agreement between measurements obtained at different scales. Moreover, the devices and sampling methodologies used to quantify water and chemical fluxes often interfere with the entity being measured. Porous suctions cups, for example, may sample water preferentially from macropores and may filter colloidal particles, thereby providing unrepresentative samples of vadose zone pore water. Soil disturbance due to the installation of sampling and measurement devices may also result in biased flux estimates. The use of undisturbed soil monoliths is a promising approach for measuring fluxes in the vadose zone, but this approach has limitations as well. For information contact co-organizers Markus Flury (flury@mail.wsu.edu) and Thomas Puetz (t.puetz@fz-juelich.de). This symposium is co-sponsored by Division S-11.

Symposium 2: Soil Bio Physics: A Challenging Interface
Soil microorganisms and plant root exist and function in an environment subject to physical constraints and regulated by physical processes. Although significant progress has been made in our ability to characterize the soil physical environment and quantify physical processes, their remains a critical need to improve our understanding of interactions between the soil physical and biological realms. The basic premise of this symposium is to challenge the soil physics community to work towards a better understanding of interactions between the soil physical environment and soil microorganisms and plant roots. This includes the fate and transport of microorganisms (microbes and viruses), control and optimization of bioremediation and phytoremediation, physical controls on microbial ecology, improved descriptions of water and nutrient uptake by roots, and rhizosphere processes. For information contact co-organizers Jan Hopmans (jwhopmans@ucdavis.edu) and Kate Scow (kmscow@ucdavis.edu) in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources at the University of California, Davis. This symposium is co-sponsored by Division S-3.

B) Three S-1 Members Named Fellows of the American Geophysical Union (AGU)
Brent Clothier, Glendon Gee, and Jan Hopmans were recently elected to join the ranks of AGU Fellows.

Brent Clothier is Science Leader of the Environment Group, The Horticulture and Food Research Institute of New Zealand Ltd, a Crown Research Institute, and is based in Palmerston North. A mathematician by training, Brent completed a Ph.D. in soil physics at New Zealand's Massey University in 1977. He has done innovative research and developed methods (e.g., the tension infiltrometer) to understand water and solute movement through unsaturated soils. He is a Fellow of SSSA, ASA, the Soil Science Society of New Zealand, and the Royal Society of New Zealand. He is a recipient of the Don and Betty Kirkham Soil Physics award of SSSA.

Glendon Gee is Project Manager of Vadose Zone Transport Field Studies, part of the program of the Hydrology Group, Battelle Pacific Northwest Division, Richland, Washington. He got his Ph.D. with Walter Gardner at Washington State University. Glendon established S-1 News and was its editor for many years. Glendon's new flux meter is being used around the world to monitor water and solute movement through the vadose zone. For example, Glendon was in Tonga last year, where he used his meter to monitor solute movement in pumpkin squash fields, which are over-fertilized resulting in pollution of Tonga's lagoon water. Glendon is a Fellow of SSSA.

Jan Hopmans is Professor of Vadose Zone Hydrology and Vice Chair of the Hydrology Program in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources at the University of California, Davis. He got his M.S. in Hydrology/Hydraulics at Wageningen Agricultural University and his Ph.D. in Soil Physics at Auburn University. His research interests include physics of water flow; contaminant and heat transport in the vadose zone at various spatial scales; soil hydraulic characterization; inverse modeling; shallow groundwater and drainage water disposal; soil and water management; plant-soil water relationships; and x-ray tomography of soil-root systems. He is a Fellow of SSSA and is a recipient of the Don and Betty Kirkham Soil Physics award of SSSA.

Provided by Mary Beth Kirkham, KSU

2) UPCOMING MEETINGS OF INTEREST (arranged by meeting date)

A) International Conference on Human Impacts on Soil Quality Attributes in Arid and Semiarid Regions (Isfahan-Iran, 12-16 September 2005). On behalf of the Department of Soil Science, Isfahan University of Technology, we extend a warm invitation to all interested individuals to attend HISQA. The conference will provide a forum for researchers and practitioners in the field to discuss state-of-the-art issues, their latest findings, and the developments affecting soil degradation and restoration due to human impacts. The conference will include presentations by national and international scholars, and will provide an excellent opportunity for networking with colleagues in related fields. A number of leading international speakers will review and discuss current issues within the broad area of soil management for sustainable agriculture. A mid-conference field trip will provide an opportunity for the delegates to view a variety of soil profiles and arid region landscapes. For further information please visit:
http://www.iut.ac.ir/cesoil/

B) ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meetings (Salt Lake City, UT - Nov 6 - 10, 2005)
Important deadlines: May 10, 2005 - Deadline for all abstract submissions; August 9, 2005 -Deadline for changes to existing abstracts. For further information please visit: http://www.asa-cssa-sssa.org/meetings/acs/

C) AGU Fall Meeting (San Francisco, December 5-9, 2005)
Mark your calendar today to attend the 2005 AGU Fall Meeting! The Fall Meeting is expected to draw a crowd of over 11,000 geophysicists from around the world. The Fall Meeting provides an opportunity for researchers, teachers, students, and consultants to present and review the latest issues affecting the Earth, the planets, and their environments in space. This meeting will cover topics in all areas of Earth and space sciences. For further information please visit: http://www.agu.org/meetings/fm05/

D) 4th International Conference on Unsaturated Soils (Carefree, Arizona, April 2-6, 2006)
Join the 4th International Conference on Unsaturated Soils. Unsaturated Soils 2006 will promote the exchange of knowledge in the mechanics of unsaturated soils. For further information please visit: http://www.asce.org/conferences/unsat06/

E) MODFLOW and More: Managing Ground-Water Systems Conference
(Golden, CO, May 21-24, 2006) The International Ground-Water Modeling Center (IGWMC) is pleased to announce the details of the MODFLOW and More 2006: Managing Ground-Water Systems Conference. The conference will be held from May 21-24, 2006 at the Colorado School of Mines campus in Golden, Colorado. We would like to invite you to submit an abstract for participation in the conference at http://typhoon.mines.edu/events/modflow2006/abstract_form.html. Abstracts will be reviewed by the technical committee and selected authors of both oral and poster presentations will be published in the conference proceedings. Abstracts are due December 5, 2005 and accepted papers are due by March 12, 2006. Please visit our website for a complete description of the conference dates, activities, and relevant abstract topics: http://www.mines.edu/igwmc/events/modflow2006/modflow2006.shtml

3) NEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS

To review all announcements from the last six months please visit: http://soils.ag.uidaho.edu/tuller/s-1/jobs.htm

A) Postdoctoral Researcher - Water and Solute Transport through the Unsaturated Zone of a Sinkhole (Posted: 7/18/2005). At the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Kentucky, we seek a postdoctoral scholar for a field study on the vertical and lateral transport of water and solutes through the unsaturated zone of arable soils in a sinkhole. In this study, relevant transport properties of soils will be quantified in the field and in the lab at different scales. Transport of water and solutes will be monitored in a field with a well-drained silt loam soil, and simulated with numerical computer models. The candidate should have experience in field-scale transport experiments and knowledge of appropriate field and lab methodology as well as common transport simulation models. The appointment will be for one year with the possibility of a reappointment for an additional year. Salary will depend on the experience. Candidates should have a PhD degree in a discipline related to soil physics, hydrology, or environmental engineering. Individuals interested in this position are encouraged to send their resume to: Ole Wendroth, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, College of Agriculture, University of Kentucky, Agr. Sci. North N122-M, Lexington, KY 40546 or by e-mail to: owendroth@uky.edu. Applications will be received by November 01, 2005.

Applications and inquiries from women and minorities are encouraged. The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, disability or national origin. The address of the College of Agriculture EEO Coordinator is Room S-101 Agriculture Science-North, Lexington, KY 40546-0091.

B) Ph.D. Research Assistantship - Predicting Crop Yield and its Spatial Distribution at the Field-Scale (Posted: 7/18/2005). At the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Kentucky, a position for a graduate research assistant (Ph.D. candidate) is available, beginning January 01, 2006. The objective of research is to describe crop growth with a computer simulation model with adequate representation of spatial variability of crop yield. Biomass development, soil water status and their spatial variability throughout the growing season will be studied in a farmer's field. The research project will be based on plant-related soil processes and remote sensing of crop status during several growing seasons. Interested individuals who have a M.S. degree related to agronomy/soil science and have computer skills are encouraged to apply. Please send inquiries about the position to Dr. Ole Wendroth (owendroth@uky.edu). Application letter, resume, transcripts and three letters of reference should be sent to: Dr. John Grove, Director of Graduate Studies, University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Agr. Sci. North N122-L, Lexington, KY 40546. Applications will be received until November 1, 2005. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer.

C) Ph.D. Research Assistantship - Streambank Erosion (Posted: 7/18/2005)
The Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a graduate assistantship position at the Doctorate level. The selected candidate will pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Hydrology with a specialization in the erosion of streambanks by subsurface flow. The selected applicant will work intricately with Civil Engineering faculty in the Watershed Systems program (http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/civil_eng) and scientists at the USDA-ARS National Sedimentation Laboratory, located two miles from campus in Oxford
(http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=64-08-05-00). The assistantship is available beginning January 2006.

Advisor: Dr. Garey Fox, Assistant Professor, University of Mississippi
Collaborators: Dr. Glenn Wilson, Dr. Eddy Langendoen, and Dr. Andrew Simon, USDA-ARS
National Sedimentation Laboratory

Research Topic: Quantifying the Importance of Lateral, Subsurface Flow on Sediment Load to Streams Research Description: Limited information exists about the role of subsurface flow in erosion of stream bank sediment even though seepage erosion occurs in numerous geographical locations. This research will implement field measurements, laboratory experiments, and conceptual/numerical modeling to quantify and model erosion by subsurface flow and its relative magnitude compared to other bank erosion mechanisms.

Eligibility: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, a grade point average higher than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for both bachelor's and master's level coursework and an interest in a professional career in Civil/Environmental engineering.
Award Details: The award will consist of, at a minimum, a $20,000 annual stipend, and tuition costs for three years. To Apply: Submit transcripts and a resume indicating grade point average, work experience, courses, and the names and addresses of two references by mail at the address below or by e-mail to gafox@olemiss.edu.

About Oxford: Oxford is commonly referred to as an oasis in Northern Mississippi, located just one hour south of Memphis, TN. "A city of about 12,000 residents, Oxford is a vibrant University town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns. One of the South's crown jewels, it is home to the University of Mississippi. The area is dotted with parks and recreation centers that offer tennis, swimming, hiking, fishing, golf and other sports." http://www.oxfordms.com/

QUESTIONS? Contact Dr. Garey A. Fox, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677. Tel: 662-915-5618 Fax: 662-915-5523
Email: gafox@olemiss.edu; Web Page: http://www.olemiss.edu/~gafox.

D) Vadose Zone Hydrologist/Modeler (Posted: 7/15/2005).
The position is with Lincoln Environmental Research at Ruakura Research Centre, Hamilton, New Zealand. Lincoln Environmental Research is a division of Lincoln Ventures Ltd, a research and development company wholly owned by Lincoln University. Please see our web site for further information: http://www.lincolnenvironmental.co.nz.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of our research team working on groundwater quality protection. The team works on the impacts of land use on groundwater resources, focusing on water and solute movement and transformations in the soil/vadose zone/groundwater continuum. The successful candidate will be a key researcher in our 'Spydia' project, in which a novel vadose zone monitoring system using equilibrium tension plate lysimeters has been developed (VZJ 4 (2005), 488-499). We require a highly motivated researcher with a proven record of conducting scientific work. You will have expertise and field experience in the measurement, analysis, and modeling of the physical and biochemical processes in the vadose zone and in shallow groundwater. Amongst the key requirements for this position are: experience in modeling of soil and vadose zone hydrology (e.g.withHYDRUS-2D); solid background in soil physics/soil hydrology; and ability to manage and analyze comprehensive data sets (e.g. with MatLab); A working knowledge of one or more of the following areas would be of benefit: modeling of biochemical processes; LabView experience; and database management. Additionally, the successful candidate will meet the following requirements: ability to design, install and conduct innovative field research; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; proven record in publishing research papers; having a high level of integrity and demonstrating initiative; and PhD in an appropriate field.

The position offers ongoing employment and considerable potential for career development. The salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience.
Please send your application to Chris Baillie at baillie@lvlham.lincoln.ac.nz or contact Dr Roland Stenger at stenger@lvlham.lincoln.ac.nz for further information about this position.
Applications for this position close on 25th July 2005.

E) Research Fellow (Posted: 7/12/2005).
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Melbourne seeks s motivated individual with background in soil moisture remote sensing, land surface modeling and/or data assimilation to join a team of scientists working on high resolution soil moisture mapping from sensors such as AMSR-E, SMOS and Hydros. The project is exploiting a new high resolution airborne system and hydrological monitoring infrastructure in two Australian experimental catchments (see www.nafe.edu.au). This is a full-time (fixed-term) position available for 2 years. For further information please see: www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/jobs/. Contact Dr Jeffrey Walker, tel. +61 3 8344 5590, email j.walker@unimelb.edu.au for specific enquiries. Applications close 5 August 2005

F) Assistant Professor: Water Resources and Salinity Management (Posted: 7/5/2005).
The Research Center at El Paso invites applications for a faculty position in the area of Water Resources and Salinity Management at the Assistant Professor level. This is a full-time, 100% research position with the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station, The Texas A&M University System. The successful candidate will develop and lead an internationally recognized research program in salinity management. Research interests include, but are not limited to, desalination and concentrate disposal technologies, soil-water salinity interactions, saline water chemistry and water reuse. This position joins a growing faculty in water resource management and will be a critical team member collaborating with existing programs in geohydrology, salinity, environmental microbiology, water conservation and water policy. Requires a Ph.D. in engineering, soil sciences, water management or closely related field. For more information go to http://elpaso.tamu.edu/Research. Review will begin August 15, applications accepted until position is filled. Send application letter, statement of research program interests, resume, publication examples and arrange for three reference letters to be sent to: Dr. Ari Michelsen, Agricultural Research and Extension Center, Texas A&M University, 1380 A&M Circle, El Paso, TX 79927 or e-mail these materials to r-ontiveros@tamu.edu. TAMUS is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and committed to excellence through diversity.

G) Groundwater Hydrologist (Posted: 7/5/2005).
Sandia National Laboratories is one of the country's largest research and engineering laboratories, employing nearly 8,600 people at major facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Livermore, California. We apply our world class scientific and engineering creativity and expertise to comprehensive, timely and cost effective solutions to our nation's greatest challenges. Please visit our website at www.sandia.gov. We are searching for a groundwater Hydrologist for the Repository Test and Analysis Department located at our Las Vegas, Nevada site. Salary is commensurate with experience. A benefit and relocation package is available. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.
Perform modeling activities to predict infiltration and radionuclide flow and transport simulations for the Yucca Mountain Project (YMP). Perform reviews of saturated and unsaturated zone analyses conducted as part of the YMP license application process. Prepare analyses, reports, presentations, and correspondence on technical issues.

A MS or Ph.D. in hydrology, geohydrology, soil mechanics, civil engineering, water resources management, or related field is required. Proficient is required in the principles, theories, techniques, and practices of hydrology and transport phenomena in saturated and unsaturated media. Must possess a thorough understanding of water well production; mathematics and statistics; aquifer dynamics, hydraulics and water/soil chemistry. Must possess excellent communication skills with strong teaming ability, and able to deal with multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities. Some travel will be required. Experience with hydrogeology, geochemistry, and reactive transport processes is desired, and must fully embrace nuclear safety. Ability to work in demanding regulatory environments with emphasis on safety and quality assurance is strongly desired. Ability to cope with and prioritize ambiguous and seemingly overwhelming demands is also desired. Please submit resume online at www.sandia.gov, under Employment/Career Opportunities/Current Jobs, then reference Job Requisition Number: 053223. U.S. Citizenship Normally Required. Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.

H) Postdoctoral Researcher/Watershed Hydrology (Posted: 6/15/2005).
Postdoctoral Fellow in Watershed Hydrology, UHM C of Trop Agr & Human Res, (Manoa), Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, temporary for one year, renewal dependent upon performance and availability of funds. Duties: The successful candidate will conduct independent research in the area of watershed hydrology and tropical soils. This incumbent will be involved in the following research areas: i) water flow and solute transport; irrigation management, ii) surface/subsurface water quality monitoring, iii) numerical modeling and vi) spatial and temporal data analyses using GPS and GIS. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in a hydrology, soil physics, agricultural engineering or related academic field emphasizing hydrology (surface and subsurface hydrology) or water management. Academic preparation through formal course work and earned credits, and/or professional experience consistent with the subject areas stated above. Excellent communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams. Experience in the use of laboratory analytical techniques, field research design and implementations, spatial and temporal data analyses, strong computer skills as well as capability to publish research findings in national and international journals. Desirable qualifications: Recent graduate (within 2 years); strong numerical modeling at different scales (laboratory, field and watershed levels), field experience in conducting field experiments in tropical or subtropical environments; demonstrated competence in using spatially distributed models and supporting databases; and ability to engage in problem solving, ability to engage in collaborative research. The incumbent would have good computer programming skills. Pay range: Salary to commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply: Qualified applicants are invited to send: 1) a cover letter of interest; 2) curriculum vitae, 3) transcripts; and; 4) names, addresses, fax and e-mail addresses of three referees. Application address: Dr. Ali Fares, Hydrology Lab., NREM, CTAHR, University of Hawaii at Manoa 1910 East-West Road Honolulu, HI 96822. Fax: 808-956-6539 Inquiries: Dr. Ali Fares 808-956-6361, 808-956-7530 afares@hawaii.edu Date posted: Jun-15-2005 Continuous recruitment Review of applications will begin on Jun-30-2005 and will continue until the position is filled.

I) MS/PhD Research Assistantship (Posted: 6/15/2005).
Halftime, Grant Funded, Department of Natural resources and Environmental Management (NREM), CTAHR, University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Duties: Assist the Watershed Hydrology Laboratory (WatHydroLab) Leader in his research program. The WatHydroLab research program addresses tropical hydrology using a combination of experimental, theoretical and numerical modeling across a wide range of temporal and spatial scales. Thus, the ultimate objective of this laboratory research program is to promote sound water management practices and provide a solid foundation on which to build sustainable water resources management in Hawaii. The selected student will be part of a team working on the following research projects: i) Hawaii Agricultural Water Use Study; ii) Evaluation of the Performance of N-SPECT, a watershed model, in modeling the Effect of Land Based Management Practices on Costal Areas; iii) Modeling current and alternative best management practices on Hanalei watershed using AnnAGNPS; and iv) Developing and Improving Tension Based and Capacitance Based Soil Moisture Sensors as Water Management and Irrigation Scheduling Tools. Minimum Qualifications: Regular/Potential graduate standing, in NREM or a related field of study; course background in hydrology, soil physics, and/or equivalent; excellent computer and numerical modeling skills; good skills in spatial-temporal data analysis (GIS & GPS); ability to articulate research objectives and hypotheses; good writing and report preparation skills, and ability and license to drive an automobile. Desirable Qualifications: Experience in field sampling and lab work with soil physical and chemical analyses; ability to set up field and greenhouse experiments. Experience in using hydrological models at different scales and computer programming languages (C++, Visual Basic). Duration: July 15, 2005 to September 30, 2006, renewable annually pending satisfactory performance and continued availability of funds. Minimum Monthly Salary: $ 1,296.50 for MS standing; $1,402 for PhD. Apply To: Submit a short CV (2pages) and a brief statement of how do you think you can fit in the WatHdroLab research program (2 pages) to Dr. A. Fares, Watershed Hydrology Laboratory, Department of Natural resources and Environmental Management (NREM), 1910 East-West Road, Honolulu, HI 96822. Inquiries: Call 808-956-6361;
Website: http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/faresa/GradResAssist.html or email AFares@Hawaii.edu

J) Soil Scientist (Posted: 6/15/2005).
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc., one the most respected and fastest growing multi-disciplined Environmental and Geotechnical consulting firms in the mid-Atlantic is seeking a Soil Scientist for our Wetlands group due to continued growth. The ideal candidate for this Abingdon, Maryland-based position will be involved in wastewater disposal and permitting projects and mapping wetlands. Interested candidates should possess a BS (preferably MS) in Soil Science or in a closely related field. Degree experience must include at least 15 semester hours of soil related classes, with at least 3 hours was Soil Genesis, Morphology, and Classification, or Soil Mapping. A minimum of 1-2 years experience with on-site wastewater disposal and permitting and wetlands, and ability to become a CPSS within 3-5 years are preferred. If you are ready to join a team of professionals in a great working environment, Visit our website at www.mragta.com, and send your resume to: jobs@mragta.com, or mail to Reference No. SSA-0501, 3445-A Box Hill Corporate Center Drive Abingdon, Maryland 21009, Fax to 410-515-9002

APPENDICES

A) S-1 Contacts
Chair (05): Gerard Kluitenberg gjk@ksu.edu
Chair-Elect (06): Jon Wraith jwraith@montana.edu
ASA and SSSA Board Representative (03-06) Glenn Wilson: gvwilson@ars.usda.gov
SSSA Journal S-1 Technical Editor: Sally Logsdon logsdon@nstl.gov
Vadose Zone Journal (VZJ) Editor: Rien van Genuchten RVANG@ussl.ars.usda.gov

B) S-1 Working Groups and Committees
S-1 Program 2005 ASA-SSSA Meeting (Salt Lake City, UT, Nov. 6 - 10): Gerard Kluitenberg
S-1 Early Career Award: Per Moldrup (Chair), Ty Ferre, Glendon Gee, and David Radcliffe.