[Coral-List] Position Announcement: Director, Florida Institute of Oceanography
Jim Hendee
jim.hendee at noaa.gov
Fri Apr 2 05:30:32 EDT 2010
(I'm passing this new position along...but I would like to herewith
extend congratulations to Dr. John Ogden for his glorious career in
service to Florida coastal oceanography and the Florida Keys National
Marine Sanctuary, especially through administration of the SEAKEYS
Network! Way to go, John!)
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Position Announcement: Director, Florida Institute of Oceanography
The University of South Florida (USF) invites applications and
nominations for the position of Director of the Florida Institute of
Oceanography (FIO). The ideal director will provide the vision to lead
coastal oceanographic research in Florida to the forefront of the
national and international stage. USF is especially interested in
candidates who demonstrate strategic leadership that is visionary,
innovative and entrepreneurial. The mission of the FIO is to (1) provide
a diverse and collaborative statewide forum addressing problems of
concern in coastal oceanographic research and education; (2) leverage
and integrate existing physical and intellectual resources within the
SUS and throughout Florida; (3) anticipate and plan for future
infrastructure needs; (4) facilitate, promote and support collaborative
ocean-related research and education statewide; and (5) develop and
strengthen networks that enable timely identification of oceanographic
research opportunities and distribution of research results and other
information to the general public, natural resource management agencies
and local, state and national policymakers.
Originally formed in 1967, the FIO (www.marine.usf.edu/fio) is one of
only three institutes approved by the Florida Board of Governors in 2009
as a state-wide Academic Infrastructure Support Organization (AISO). USF
serves as the host university. The FIO operates under a Memorandum of
Understanding with 21 institutions and agencies engaged in marine
research, education and resources management, including all 11 public
universities in Florida. The FIO Director is informed by an Advisory
Council and Executive Committee of the membership and reports to the BOG
through the USF Provost.
The FIO serves its constituents with shared-use facilities including two
oceanographic ships, the newly acquired and refurbished RV Weatherbird
II (115 ft.) and the RV Bellows (71 ft.) and works in cooperation with
the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to operate the
Keys Marine Laboratory (www.keysmarinelab.org). Additionally, the FIO
administers inter-institutional grants and contracts, serves as a
neutral gathering place for discussion and action on major marine and
oceanographic issues, and assists with outreach to the public and to
state and federal agencies and organizations. With the cooperation of
its Advisory Council, the FIO organizes and submits proposals to
federal, state and private funding organizations for inter-institutional
research and education projects and shared-use facilities support.
In line with the service mission of the FIO, the Director will be
expected to work to provide opportunities for the member institutions
and their faculties, to maintain close contact with the member
institutions through regular visits and to take advantage of
opportunities to serve on state and federal commissions, committees and
panels relevant to the FIO mission.
Minimum qualifications: For consideration, candidates must possess a
doctoral degree in a discipline related to oceanography or marine
science and at least five years of administrative experience that
includes facilities operations, program-building, and fund-raising. In
addition, candidates must demonstrate a vision for oceanographic
research, unquestionable integrity, and a high level of energy.
Preferred qualifications: The successful candidate will be a recognized
leader, both nationally and internationally; will have demonstrated
broad and diverse experience to recognize coming trends in oceanography;
will demonstrate success in budget planning, financial management, and
supervision of personnel; and will possess effective organizational and
communications skills.
This is a 12-month full-time administrative appointment. A faculty
appointment may be considered for an appointee with appropriate academic
credentials and accomplishments. The anticipated appointment date is
August 1, 2010. The salary will be internationally competitive with
excellent fringe benefits. The University of South Florida values campus
diversity and encourages members of historically underrepresented groups
to apply.
Applicants should apply through the University's online application
system, which may be accessed at www.usf.edu/jobs. Applicants are asked
to submit a letter communicating interest in the position, the extent to
which they meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, and a
preliminary vision statement; a curriculum vitae; and the names,
addresses, phone numbers, and e-mails of five professional references.
References will not be contacted until the advanced stages of screening,
and candidates will receive prior notification. Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled. To ensure fullest consideration,
complete applications should be submitted no later than May 8, 2010.
Nominations may be communicated via email to* dworoner at usf.edu*. For
additional information regarding this position or the search process,
please contact* Ms. Desiree Woroner at dworoner at usf.edu* or 727-553-1632.
The University of South Florida is one of the nation's top public
research universities and one of only 25 public research universities
nationwide with very high research activity that is designated as
community engaged by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of
Teaching. USF was awarded $380.4 million in research contracts and
grants in FY 2008/2009. The University offers 232 degree programs at the
undergraduate, graduate, specialist and doctoral levels, including the
doctor of medicine. The USF System has a $1.8 billion annual budget, an
annual economic impact of $3.2 billion, and serves more than 47,000
students on institutions/campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg,
Sarasota-Manatee and Lakeland. USF is a member of the Big East Athletic
Conference.
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action, equal access institution. For disability accommodations contact
Ms. Desiree Woroner at dworoner at usf.edu at least five working days in
advance of need.
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