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Description
Located on the mid-Maine coast, the Marine Environmental Research Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting ocean life and human health through scientific research, education and advocacy. Current initiatives include long-term research on levels and effects of environmental pollutants in marine mammals and fish in the Gulf of Maine and along the mid-Atlantic coast, and coastal monitoring studies in Blue Hill Bay.
Position Overview:
The Marine Environmental Research Institute is seeking an individual with a background in marine mammal biostatistics, ecotoxicology, epidemiology, environmental health sciences, or a related field to fill a full-time Research Assistant position at the Center for Marine Studies in Blue Hill, Maine.
The individual who fills this position will be a highly organized, detail-oriented scientist with excellent statistical, database management, and writing skills who is able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and work independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual working toward a career in marine or environmental health sciences. The ideal candidate will possess a personal interest in the marine environment and a commitment to the mission of the organization.
Qualifications:
Minimum requirements to be successful in this position are: excellent database management, statistics, literature review, research and writing skills. The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, proficiency with scientific literature searches and reference library systems, and advanced skills with word processing, statistical/graphics, database (Filemaker), and literature search software (EndNote).
At least 2 years' experience working in ecotoxicology, ecology, epidemiology, or biostatistics preferred. GIS software skills a plus. Candidates must have a Bachelor's or higher degree in ecotoxicology, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, environmental health sciences or a related field from an accredited university.
Applicant must be able to meet deadlines and be flexible to accommodate workload. Candidate should be familiar with basic marine laboratory practices and have some field experience. Candidate should be US citizens or permanent residents.
Compensation: This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits package. Salary: DOE. Full-time Benefits Package: Includes eligibility for group health insurance after 30 days.
Time Requirements: Full-time (min. 40 hours/week); additional hours to be agreed upon by employee and Director. Part-time employment for this position will also be considered.
Application Deadline: April 16, 2012
To Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit by e-mail with "Research Assistant" in the subject line, a letter of application with updated CV, 2 writing samples, and contact information for 3 references.
Search Committee / Research
Marine Environmental Research Institute
PO Box 1652, 55 Main Street
Blue Hill, ME 04616
MERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer