Science Director

The Perry Institute for Marine Science (PIMS), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Florida since 1970, is dedicated to improving and enhancing understanding of the wider Caribbean region's marine environment by supporting and conducting high quality marine research and education programs in order to provide solutions for people and our oceans. PIMS operates advanced research and diving facilities on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas and administers and operates the Caribbean Marine Research Center, one of six centers in the National Undersea Research Program of NOAA.

Responsibilities

The Perry Institute for Marine Science seeks an experienced researcher with leadership, organizational, management, and team-building skills. This position will manage the science programs, assist program development/institutional planning and contribute substantially to outreach, including fund-raising activities. A primary responsibility will be to coordinate effective research programs for NOAA's undersea research center and to manage the associated administrative functions of research at Lee Stocking Island in the Bahamas. Candidates are to develop extramural funded research in collaboration with PIMS science programs.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a doctoral degree in an appropriate field of marine ecology, evidence of outstanding research potential, proven grant writing skills, demonstrated supervisory and managerial experience, and a recognized capability to administer research. Familiarity with federal grant requirements and experience with the geography and ecology of the Caribbean region is preferred. The position is based in Jupiter, Florida, with periodic travel required.

Closing Date

July 31, 2004

To Apply

Please submit a rsum and a list of publications along with cover letter including salary history/requirements and three professional references by fax or email. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

An Equal Opportunity Employer DFWP