[Coral-List] Research analyst positions available in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Marilyn Brandt mbrandt at uvi.edu
Mon Jun 6 13:01:44 EDT 2011


The Center for Marine and Environmental Studies at the University of the
Virgin Islands is initiating an Acroporid Coral Monitoring and Mapping
Research Program and is seeking THREE qualified Research Analysts.  The
Acropora team will conduct intensive fieldwork around the US Virgin
Islands, with other responsibilities of data management, and
report/manuscript preparation.  This is an exciting opportunity to work
in some of the most beautiful ecosystems in the Caribbean!  Full
announcement is below.

Positions Open:
Two Research Analyst II positions, one of which will be located on the
St. Thomas campus and one will be located on the St. Croix campus.
One is a Research Analyst III position, to be located on the St. Croix
campus.
U.S. citizenship is not a requirement.
 
Research Analyst II  (two positions open)
Basic function and responsibilities: The successful candidate will
conduct monitoring of Acroporid (Elkhorn/Staghorn) coral populations and
other research activities in support of the Center for Marine and
Environmental Studies (CMES), University of the Virgin Islands. The
candidate will be responsible for collecting, analyzing and distributing
data relative to coral population health, demographics and spatial
distribution to CMES and Acropora monitoring multi-state partners. The
project will involve fieldwork in St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John, US
Virgin Islands using snorkel, SCUBA diving, photographic equipment, and
GPS to collect quarterly health and demographic data from Acroporid
populations as well as synoptic data on distribution of extent Acroporid
populations. The candidate will also be responsible for preparing and
maintaining field and office equipment; organizing field research;
contributing to manuscript and report production; and performing other
duties as determined by the CMES Acropora monitoring coordinator or CMES
director.  
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional
experience; SCUBA certification and experience with SCUBA in scientific
data collection; Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Excel; Strong
statistical and computing skills; Demonstrated verbal and written
communication skills; Experience with project management, including the
ability to collect and manage data independently; Must have a high
degree of motivation, maturity and the ability to serve a diverse
educational and cultural public constituency; Must be able to work long
hours in the field, safely and collaboratively with team members; Must
have a valid USVI Drivers License (can be obtained if relocating). 
Preferred: Knowledge of Acroporid coral biology and Caribbean
ecosystems; Boat handling certifications and experience; Technical
diving certifications and experience; certifications in the use of GIS
software  
 
Research Analyst III (one position open)
Basic function and responsibilities: The successful candidate will serve
as lead worker; train research analysts on policies and procedures;
provide technical assistance to co-workers and coordinate major projects
as assigned. The candidate will also conduct monitoring of Acroporid
(Elkhorn/Staghorn) coral populations and other research activities in
support for the Center for Marine and Environmental Studies (CMES),
University of the Virgin Islands; be responsible for collecting,
analyzing and distributing data relative to coral population health,
demographics and spatial distribution to CMES and Acropora monitoring
multi-state partners. The project will involve fieldwork in St. Croix,
St. Thomas and St. John, US Virgin Islands using snorkel, SCUBA diving,
photographic equipment, and GPS to collect quarterly health and
demographic data from Acroporid populations as well as synoptic data on
distribution of extent Acroporid populations. The candidate will also be
responsible for preparing and maintaining field and office equipment;
organizing field research; contributing to manuscript and report
production; and performing other duties as determined by the CMES
Acropora monitoring coordinator or CMES director.  
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of professional experience
is required; SCUBA certification and experience with SCUBA in scientific
data collection; Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Excel; Strong
statistical and computing skills; Demonstrated verbal and written
communication skills; Experience with project management, including the
ability to collect and manage data independently; Must have a high
degree of motivation, maturity and the ability to serve a diverse
educational and cultural public constituency; Must be able to work long
hours in the field, safely and collaboratively with team members; Must
possess a valid USVI driver's license (can be obtained if relocating). 

Preferred: Knowledge of Acroporid coral biology and Caribbean
ecosystems; Boat handling certifications and experience; Technical
diving certifications and experience; certifications in the use of GIS
software  
 
Go to careers.uvi.edu for more details or to apply.

Please feel free to contact me at mbrandt at uvi.edu with any questions.

 

 

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Marilyn Brandt, Ph.D.

Research Assistant Professor

Center for Marine and Environmental Studies &

College of Science and Mathematics

University of the Virgin Islands

2 John Brewers Bay

St. Thomas, USVI 00802

Ph. 340-693-1379

 




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