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UPDATED: April 7, 2008

Position: Faculty Research Assistant I in Benthic Ecology/Sediment Biogeochemistry.

Location: University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, Solomons, MD

Responsibilities: The successful applicant will assist with National Science Foundation funded research projects investigating, 1) the effects of infaunal species interactions on sediment-seawater fluxes and 2) ocean acidification effects on juvenile bivalves. Duties will include but not limited to: collecting sediment and organisms, animal husbandry, fabrication, chemical analyses, maintaining a small closed seawater system, implementing experiments, and data entry. 

Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. in marine ecology, oceanography, marine science, or other relevant field with interdisciplinary experience. Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to work independently and within a group, and good communication skills are essential. Familiarity with experimental design, general laboratory research/procedures, and basic nutrient and or carbonate chemistry preferred. Interest or previous experience with near-shore sedimentary processes/ecology is a plus.

Salary: $31,000 per annum plus excellent state of Maryland benefits.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on April 15th and continue until position is filled.

Contact: Send cover letter, C.V., and contact information for three references in one document via email to Janis King (jking@cbl.umces.edu). Please include in the subject line of the email “Reference # GGW”. Further inquiries regarding the position may be addressed to Dr. George Waldbusser (waldbusser@cbl.umces.edu). AA/EOE Employer.


Position: Lab Manager/Scientific Diver Position

Title: Research Assistant

Start Date: Immediately

Location: University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland

Principle Duties: The primary responsibilities of this position are to assist in field collection and to organize and maintain data collected for use in oyster restoration in the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay. The person who fills this position will need to be detail-oriented with strong organizational and people management skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    MS in Marine Science, Biology, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Fisheries Conservation or related discipline
•    Ability to accurately collect, record, maintain, and analyze data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
•    Strong writing skills including the ability to synthesize data and write clear reports for a variety of audiences (e.g. academics, resource managers, the public).
•    Certified SCUBA diver capable of and willing to earn AAUS Scientific Diver Certification
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•    Must demonstrate practical understanding and working knowledge of scientific empirical procedures
•    Must be able to lift medium-weight objects (~50-60 lbs).
•    Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy to work in a dynamic lab/field situation with flexible hours
•    Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt, and work hard as part of a team pursuing a common goal and objective.

Preferred Qualifications:

•    AAUS Scientific Diver Certification
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Access and ArcGIS software
•    Experience working on oyster reef ecology and/or on oyster disease dynamics
•    Experience operating boats in marine or estuarine waters
•    USCG Captain’s license or willingness to obtain one


Salary: $35,000 - $40,000, depending upon experience

Contact: If you are interested in the position please send your CV and the names and contact information of three references by email to both of the following:

Dr. Ken Paynter    paynter@umd.edu

Dr. Lisa Kellogg    lkellogg@umd.edu