Announces an
immediate opening
Postdoctoral
Investigator –Biostatistician
Participates in a multi-disciplinary
research project that will conduct spatial and epidemiologic analyses of
environmental databases. This scientist will work in collaboration with
colleagues at Harbor Branch and elsewhere to develop and maintain a
comprehensive environmental database for the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem, to
assist in the design of research/monitoring of water quality and marine mammal
and ecosystem health, and to conduct conventional and spatial statistical data
analyses. The Postdoctoral
Investigator/Research Associate is expected to pursue this work with general
guidance or advice from the immediate supervisor. Conducts research on projects approved
by the supervisor, with minimal supervision. This will involve both laboratory and
fieldwork. Summarizes experimental
results in the form of manuscripts for scientific publication; internal research
reports; and presentations at scientific meetings. Maintains clear, precise, explicit and
legally sound records of research in the form of lab notebooks and computer
files. Maintains equipment and
orders supplies used in his/her research.
Aids in maintaining a clean and safe workplace in compliance with the
Harbor Branch safety program.
Performs related duties as required.
Job involves frequent standing. Also involves occasional walking, sitting, bending and using a computer and other electronic equipment. Requires ability to swim, snorkel, and/or scuba dive. Work is performed in an internal (lab, office) environment ca. 90-95% of the time. Work may be performed in an external environment (field, at sea) 5-10% of the time.
MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS:
1.
Ph.D.
degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, or a related discipline.
2.
Documented
skills in ability to use GIS methods for spatial analyses of environmental data;
experience with the development, maintenance, and analysis of environmental
databases.
3.
A
willingness to learn new techniques and/or applications, to complete individual
assignments in an efficient and timely manner, and to work as a team member is
expected.
To be considered, complete an Application for Employment from the website, referencing job #06 CR 09. Include curriculum vitae and names of three references. Submit by mail or fax to: Human Resources , Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, 5600 N US Hwy 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34946; FAX: (772) 466-3644; e-mail: humanresources@hboi.edu. EOE/AAP/DFWP.
Submitted by:
Stephen D. McCulloch
Project
Manager - Center for Coastal Research
Marine Mammal Research and Conservation Program
HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC
INSTITUTION
5600 U.S. 1 North
Ft. Pierce, FL 34946
Ph: 772.465.2400, x 604
Fx: 772.595.3332