Post doc working with sea horses
Dennis A. Thoney, Ph.D.
dthoney at idt.net
Tue Sep 29 10:18:12 EDT 1998
I have been asked to forward avertisements for two post docs. Please
forward your resumes to Jeff Boehem at JBoehm at sheddaquarium.org
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Dennis A. Thoney, Ph.D.
General Curator
New York Aquarium
Wildlife Conservation Society
Boardwalk and West 8th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11224
www.wcs.org
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
COLLABORATION
PROJECT SEAHORSE INTERNATIONAL/JOHN G. SHEDD AQUARIUM
TITLE: Aquarium Research Coordinator
Project Seahorse International / John G. Shedd Aquarium
DEPARTMENT: Conservation, Shedd Aquarium
REPORTS TO: VP Research and Veterinary Services (Shedd)
With additional supervision from:
Dr. Heather Hall (PSI, Zoological Society of London)
Dr. Amanda Vincent (PSI, McGill University)
and the Director of Conservation (Shedd)
The primary responsibility of this team member will be to develop and co-ordinate research on syngnathid husbandry, management and conservation in public aquaria and
among skilled hobbyists. S/he will draw on the outputs from - an international aquarium workshop on seahorse husbandry, conservation and management at JGSA.
Approx Duties and Responsibilities
% time
20 1. Coordinate and prompt research action among involved institutions *
20 2. Design experimental protocols, organize data gathering, and guide analysis
15 3. Design and maintain databases
15 4. Write reports, papers, briefing documents and articles
15 5. Liaise with professionals and colleagues representing complementary
disciplines (e.g., pathologists, nutritionists, culturists) *
10 6. Respond to public inquiries
5 7. Perform other duties as assigned.
* includes participating in professional fora (e.g., annual AZA meetings), presenting papers, leading discussion groups, etc.
Position Specifications:
1. Education: PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant biological science (e.g. aquatic biology, aquaculture, conservation biology).
2. Relevant Work Experience: Experience working in the husbandry of aquatic species, field conservation relevant to the care and husbandry of aquatic species and/or
experience in an aquarium or zoological park setting is essential. Experience in the management of scientific research databases is essential. Experience in the
coordination of research scientists preferred. Experience working in developing countries an asset.
3. Special Knowledge and Skills: Experimental design and statistical analysis; database management; familiarity with issues in aquatic conservation; previous knowledge of
syngnathid husbandry and biology preferred though not required; foreign language skills an asset.
4. Personal Characteristics: The ideal candidate will be highly independent with strong written and oral communication skills. S/he will need to network with a wide range
of colleagues internationally, and will be responsible to both PSI and the Shedd Aquarium. This position will require strong interpersonal skills, effective time
management and a great deal of flexibility.
5. Location andTravel: This position is based in Chicago, USA with extensive national and international travel.
One of several positions supporting the collaboration between Project Seahorse International and the John G. Shedd Aquarium. In the initial phases, one of these positions
will be based at the Shedd Aquarium and the others will be based at McGill University in Montreal.
Date position description finalised: August 18, 1998
POSITION DESCRIPTION
COLLABORATION
PROJECT SEAHORSE INTERNATIONAL/JOHN G. SHEDD AQUARIUM
TITLE: Special Activity Co-ordinator
Project Seahorse International / John G. Shedd Aquarium
DEPARTMENT: PSI, McGill University
REPORTS TO: Dr. Amanda Vincent (PSI, McGill University)
With additional supervision from:
VP Research and Veterinary Services (Shedd)
Dr. Heather Hall (PSI, Zoological Society of London)
and the Director of Conservation (Shedd)
The primary responsibility of this team member will be to develop and implement special activities to support syngnathid conservation and management, in consultation with
PSI teams and in collaboration with JGSA personnel and external partners. These projects will be wide ranging, from educational materials and livelihood development to
policy briefings. First priority will be joint initiatives with the JGSA, but the person will also support other PSI activities.
The person will, in consultation with supervisors and institutions:
(a) develop proposals for special projects;
(b) obtain grants to support special PSI projects;
(c) co-ordinate agreed activities, liaising among participants and stakeholders, and finding supporting expertise where necessary;
(d) provide PSI technical input to agreed activities, undertaking or facilitating biological or management research and analysis;
(e) write reports, papers, briefing documents and articles to support PSI initiatives, including those led by other team members;
(f) manage resource databases for PSI;
(g) develop and maintain web sites for PSI-related activities; and
(h) perform other duties as assigned.
Examples of projects to be undertaken by the special activity co-ordinator might be:
publications (e.g. middle reader book, adult coffee table book)
educational support (e.g. teachers' pack, scholarship modules, environmental studies map)
legislative analysis, policy briefings
international activities in support of alternative livelihood ventures in the Philippines
web site development, information resource management
technical support (e.g. field guide revision)
Approx Duties and Responsibilities
% time
25 1. Provide PSI technical input to agreed activities, undertaking or facilitating biological or management research and
analysis.
20 2. Coordinate agreed activities, liaising among participants and stakeholders, and finding supporting expertise where necessary.
15 3. Write reports, papers, briefing documents and articles
10 4. Develop proposals for special projects, in consultation with supervisors and institutions.
10 5. Obtain grants to support special PSI projects, in consultation with JGSA
10 6. Manage resource databases for PSI
5 7. Develop and maintain web sites for PSI-related activities
5 8. Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Specifications:
1. Education: The applicant must possess a PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant biological science (e.g. aquatic biology, aquaculture, conservation biology).
2. Relevant Work Experience: Experience in conservation-related research and management required. Experience in environmental education, web site design, public
relations, publishing, and policy development would all be assets. Project leadership skill and experience working in developing countries preferred.
3. Special Knowledge and Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. The following would be desirable: teaching experience, familiarity with issues
in aquatic conservation, good computer skills, artistic and statistical abilities, previous knowledge of syngnathid biology, foreign language skills. French would be an
asset in Montreal, a bilingual city.
4. Personal Characteristics: The ideal candidate will be highly independent. S/he will need to network with a wide range of colleagues internationally, and will be
responsible to both PSI and the Shedd Aquarium. This position will require strong interpersonal skills, effective time management and a great deal of flexibility.
5. Location and Travel: This position is based in Montreal, Canada with frequent visits to Chicago, USA and other extended international travel.
6. Citizenship. "In accordance with Canadian immigration policy, this advertisement is directed first at Canadian citizens." **AV to check exact wording required.
One of several positions supporting the collaboration between Project Seahorse International and the John G. Shedd Aquarium. In the initial phases, one of these positions
will be based at the Shedd Aquarium and the others will be based at McGill University in Montreal.
Date position description finalised: August 18, 1998
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