Science Director

Perry Institute for Marine Science
>
> 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. 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.
>
> Submit resume and list of publications along with cover letter
> including salary history/requirements and three professional
> references to
hr@cmrc.org
> or fax to 561-741-0193. Incomplete applications will not be
> considered. Closing date for resumes is 07/31/04.
>
> 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. EOE/DFWP