*CHIEF SCIENTIST – MAUI* The position is based on Maui, Hawaii with Pacific Whale Foundation. Primary responsibilities: Develops, designs and conducts Pacific and Indian Ocean-based research projects in cetacean and marine population biology or ecology. Directs the Foundation’s overall scientific programs, provides oversight of all research/science programs, with a focus on the applicability of research to conservation and management issues, and the quality of science. Qualifications: PhD degree in Marine Ecology or relevant field. At least five years of experience working in the field with marine mammals, particularly humpback whales and tropical odontocetes. Demonstrated history of peer-reviewed publication, excellent organizational and technological skills (i.e., database management, ARC-GIS), budgeting, grant writing and fundraising. Must be a leader and team builder with extensive department, project and staff management experience (including interns, volunteers and grad students). Excellent scientific speaking and community outreach skills a must. Pacific Whale Foundation checks references, conducts background checks and drug screens and is an equal opportunity employer. WE DO NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS OR APPLICATIONS WITH PHOTOS, PERSONAL INFORMATION (SUCH AS MEDICAL HISTORY, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, PARENTAL STATUS, ETC.), OR APPLICATIONS WHICH ARE INCOMPLETE OR ILLEGIBLE. TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter and resume to applications@pacificwhale.orgdetailing your relevant work experience. Please include the EXACT position title in the subject line of the email. You may also send a hard copy to Pacific Whale Foundation, Attn: Human Resources, 300 Ma’alaea Rd, Suite 211, Wailuku, HI 96793. Please, no phone calls! MAHALO FOR YOUR INTEREST IN PACIFIC WHALE FOUNDATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU AND REVIEWING YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS. Come join our team! Aloha! * Human Resources Manager *