Position Announcement
Post-Doctoral Zooplankton Specialist
Prince William Sound Science Center
Application Review Begins: Friday, 4 November 2005
For further information on the Prince William Sound Science Center,
please go to:
http://www.pwssc.net
The Prince William Sound Science Center, 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 one and a half
years commencing in 2006 with extension contingent on funding.
Please send electronically your curriculum vitae, a statement of
research interests, how you think you would fit into our organization,
your professional experiences (be sure to provide documentation of
at-sea and sampling device experience), and the names of three
references with their contact information to:
Dr. Tom Kline
Prince William Sound Science Center
P.O. Box 705
Cordova, AK 99574
E-mail: tkline [at] pwssc.gen.ak.us
Review of applications will begin on Friday, 4 November 2005. The
position is open until filled.