Position Announcement
Post-doctoral Zooplankton Specialist
Prince William Sound Science Center
Cordova, Alaska
Application Review Begins: Monday, 3 April 2006
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Tom Kline
E-mail: tkline [at] pwssc.gen.ak.us
The Prince William Sound Science Center (http://www.pwssc.org/),
a non-profit research and education institution located on the shores of
Prince William Sound in Cordova, Alaska, is seeking a highly motivated
and enthusiastic person for a post-doctoral research position focused on
high-latitude zooplankton population dynamics. This individual will join
a multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional team working on the
ecosystem dynamics of Prince William Sound.
Applicants are required to have oceanographic research experience and
know high-latitude zooplankton taxonomy. Applicants must be familiar
with the operation of electronically controlled multiple-net zooplankton
sampling devices. The post-doc will work both at sea and in the
laboratory. The successful applicant will be expected to work
independently, but in collaboration with researchers, be able to publish
the research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals as well as
write proposals, reports, and other publications. The ideal applicant
will be organized, self motivated, independent, pro-active, have a
proven ability to produce tangible results from significant or difficult
tasks, have strong communication skills, be able to work as part of a
research team, and complement the research interests of existing
personnel. Travel may be required. This position is for 15 months
commencing in 2006 with extension contingent on funding. Applicants must
be U.S. or Canadian citizens or have U.S. Permanent Residence status.
To apply, please send electronically your curriculum vitae, a statement
of research interests, how you think you would fit into the
organization, your professional experiences (be sure to provide
documentation of at-sea and sampling device experience), and the names
of three references with contact information to:
Dr. Tom Kline
Prince William Sound Science Center
PO Box 705
Cordova, AK 99574
E-mail: tkline [at] pwssc.gen.ak.us
Review of applications will begin on Monday, 3 April 2006. The position
is open until filled.