Marine Resource Scientist III - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine•West Boothbay Harbor, ME

About The Position

DMR is seeking applicants with strong analytical, scientific writing, and collaborative research skills for this senior research scientist position. This state-funded position is responsible for leading high-priority research to inform fishery management decision making and offers a unique opportunity to combine ecology, marine science, fishery science, and community engagement. This position will lead and develop research to quantify the biological impact to lobsters (life history, growth, reproduction) of fishery management actions in the Gulf of Maine. This position will be expected to expand DMR’s lobster research program by working in direct collaboration with the DMR Marine Mammal Division, federal scientists, academic researchers, and participants in the Maine lobster industry to develop and execute timely research. This position is also responsible for coordinating lobster research across the state, leading research proposals to external funding sources, and generating scientific publications to disseminate results. Additionally, there may be opportunities to represent the department at state, interstate and meetings. This is a supervisory position responsible for evaluating and coaching the performance of subordinates and advising the Division Director on personnel concerns and issues.

Requirements

Advanced education, training, or experience in a scientific, technical, or engineering field with coursework or demonstrated experience in the field of marine resource research and management or another related field
Experience working in a supervisory capacity

Nice To Haves

Experience in invertebrate biology, marine ecology and fishery science
Experience working collaboratively with Gulf of Maine fishing industry members
Familiarity with fishery management principles
Experience with fishery surveys
Experience managing a team of scientists
Experience in Microsoft Access, R, and GIS

Responsibilities

Lead high-priority research to inform fishery management decision making
Combine ecology, marine science, fishery science, and community engagement
Lead and develop research to quantify the biological impact to lobsters (life history, growth, reproduction) of fishery management actions in the Gulf of Maine
Expand DMR’s lobster research program by working in direct collaboration with the DMR Marine Mammal Division, federal scientists, academic researchers, and participants in the Maine lobster industry to develop and execute timely research
Coordinate lobster research across the state
Lead research proposals to external funding sources
Generate scientific publications to disseminate results
Represent the department at state, interstate and meetings
Evaluate and coach the performance of subordinates
Advise the Division Director on personnel concerns and issues

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.