Senior Marine Scientist: Vertebrate Ecology

Dauphin Island Sea Lab; Dauphin Island (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in Marine Science. DISL faculty hold the title of Senior Marine Scientist and receive a joint faculty appointment at an Alabama university, with academic rank commensurate with experience.

We seek a faculty member to join and strengthen our growing community of scientists studying marine and coastal vertebrates. The successful candidate will develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program, teach

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or terminal degree) in a relevant discipline at the time of appointment.
• Post-doctoral experience of at least 2 years in the field.
• Proven research background evidenced by a peer-reviewed publication record.
• Strong track record developing a well-funded research program.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with strong communication skills.
• Experience with and commitment to mentoring and advising students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program.
• Teach one graduate course during the academic year and one undergraduate course in DISL’s summer program.
• Advise graduate students and participate in DISL outreach activities.

Skills

Strong publication record

Teaching excellence

Student mentoring

Communication skills

Education

PhD in marine science, environmental science, biology, ecology, or related

Job description

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in Marine Science. DISL faculty hold the title of Senior Marine Scientist and receive a joint faculty appointment at an Alabama university, with academic rank commensurate with experience.

We seek a faculty member to join and strengthen our growing community of scientists studying marine and coastal vertebrates. The successful candidate will develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program, teach