Research Assistant Professor

Internal • Anacortes, WA

2d • $50,000 - $54,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Shannon Point Marine Center (SPMC) invites applications for a university supported, year-round, half-time Research Assistant Professor position with expertise in biological oceanography. This non-tenure track research faculty position will be based at the Shannon Point Marine Center (SPMC) in Anacortes, Washington with the position title granted through the Marine and Coastal Science (MACS) program. We seek a dynamic and collaborative researcher who will be an active member of the SPMC community. The successful candidate will be expected to: Develop and sustain a rigorous, externally funded research program in biological oceanography that leverages SPMC laboratory resources. Engage and mentor students through research involvement and training opportunities. Contribute to SPMC programs and the broader mission of the center through participation in research, outreach, and collaborative initiatives. The position requires that the successful candidate be based at SPMC and conduct the majority of their work on site, with SPMC serving as their primary professional base. The initial appointment will be for three years, with the potential for renewal based on performance and annual evaluations.

Requirements

• PhD in marine science.
• Post-doctoral experience in biological oceanography or a closely related field.
• Record of research productivity in biological oceanography, including refereed publications and conference presentations.
• Evidence of grantsmanship, such as authorship of grant proposals or successful acquisition of research funding.
• Demonstrated commitment to student mentoring.

Nice To Haves

• Research that can be applied regionally.
• Experience working successfully in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop at SPMC a productive, externally funded research program that includes students.
• Develop and submit external proposals through the WWU office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
• Provide hands-on opportunities for students, mentoring at least two MACS or Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) students per year.
• Develop and teach one course at SPMC per year.
• Advise master’s students, contingent upon developing a working relationship with an affiliated department sufficient to be appointed to their Associate Graduate Faculty roster.
• Serve as a contributing member of the SPMC community, maintaining an active presence, participating in program activities, and contributing to proposals for instrumentation and programmatic activities at SPMC.
• Follow university guidelines for professional behavior and accomplishment as expected of employees holding faculty rank.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree