CFRD Research Scientist

The University of Southern Mississippi • Ocean Springs, MS

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Fisheries Research and Development at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory campus of The University of Southern Mississippi invites qualified applicants to apply for a full-time Research Scientist position; developing, directing, and participating in research projects relating to field based fisheries science. The Research Scientist is expected to maintain an externally funded research program in fisheries.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in a fisheries relevant discipline and 5 years related experience.
• Experience in fisheries science (i.e. biology, population dynamics, ecology, physiology, behavior, conservation).
• Strong quantitative abilities
• Strong record of grantsmanship
• Strong record of publications, project leads, and scientific presentations
• Networking capabilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to lead a team
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
• A record of scholarship, service, grant development, communication, and publication.
• Consistent record of diverse funded research awards.
• We encourage newly emerging fisheries discipline awareness looking at alternative methods of addressing fisheries data needs.
• Preference will be given to applicants showing potential for collaboration within USM centers and academic units (e.g. Marine Science, Coastal Science, Ocean Engineering, Aquaculture Center, Hydrographic Science Research Center).

Responsibilities

• Develops, plans, implements and manages field based fisheries science research studies in a safe manner.
• Writes proposals, achieves funding, and maintains research efforts through competitive grantsmanship.
• Evaluates, analyzes and interprets scientific data.
• Reports data results through technical reports, manuscript development, and professional or public presentations.
• Supervises the training, tasking, timeliness, and quality of work of technicians, scientists and other research staff on research projects.
• Provides technical/scientific expertise to the CFRD Director, co-project leads/principal investigators (internal or external), state/federal agencies, special interest groups, and the general public.
• Works with CFRD’s financial coordinator and financial manager, USM’s ORA, and other University entities to ensure compliance and regulatory mechanisms are met.
• Participates in outreach events and other activities as directed.
• Adheres to University policies, and procedures and performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree