[Coral-List] Coral Marine Scientist Position Description Update

[Jill Meyer]

Hello all-


The position below is a reposting of the Coral Marine Scientist/Policy 
Analyst position posted 12-23-05. The qualifications have been updated. 
Specifically, the coral reef ecosystem research experience is not longer 
required. *
*

If you already submitted an application in response to the 12-23 
posting, you do not need to re-apply.

Regards,

Jill Meyer

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*** Marine Scientist/Policy Analyst** (Reposting of Coral Marine 
Scientist /Policy Analyst position (12/23/05)- Qualifications updated)

*Intro and Description:* This position is a contract position with IM 
Systems Group (www.imsg.com <http://www.imsg.com>) in Silver Spring, MD. 
The position will support Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research 
(OAR) participation in NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP) 
(http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/). The Marine Scientist/Policy Analyst 
will engage in evaluating and promoting scientific merit of coral reef 
research proposals and will assist with program development and funding. 
Tasks include tracking budgets, responding to public and other NOAA 
requests for information, critically reviewing documents for scientific 
merit, quality, and balance, coordinating with other members of the NOAA 
CRCP, contributing to outreach activities, and other projects that may 
arise. Travel may be required.

*Salary:* The approximate salary for the position is mid-$50 K depending 
on experience.

*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*:

*Preferred:*

* Masters degree in Marine Science and/or;
* Experience in coral reef ecosystem research.

*Required: *

* Bachelors degree in Marine Science

* Strong writing skills (IMSG will request writing samples from
candidates)
* Strong oral communication and personal interaction skills
* Ability to multi-task and be innovative
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (WORD, Excel, Powerpoint.)

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to 
jobs at imsg.com <mailto:jobs at imsg.com> <mailto:jobs at imsg.com> and 
meyerj at imsg.com <mailto:meyerj at imsg.com> <mailto:meyerj at imsg.com> with 
the message header: Marine Scientist-OAR.