FRA - Maritime Environmental Resource Center

Faculty Research Assistant

Maritime Environmental Resource Center

 

University of Maryland

Center for Environmental Science,

Chesapeake Biological Laboratory

Solomons Island, MD

 The University of Maryland, Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is seeking a full time facility and operations manager (Faculty Research Assistant) to assist in various projects under the Maritime Environmental Resource Center (MERC, www.maritime-enviro.org).  MERC is a State of Maryland and Federally funded partnership based at the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory/UMCES, which provides test facilities, information, and decision tools to address key environmental issues facing the international maritime industry.  Our initial focus is on evaluating the mechanical and biological efficacy of ballast water treatment systems to prevent invasive species, and to study the economic impacts of ballast water regulations and management approaches.

 We are interested in self-motivated technical individuals with marine and or environmental science experience and a strong interest in the emerging marine environmental industry.  Qualifications include:

  • College degree in marine biological or environmental science, a Masters degree preferred;
  • Experience operating and maintaining watercraft for scientific research;
  • Certified SCUBA diver with experience in research diving preferred; and
  • Experience managing large groups, working with federal agencies, and working internationally.

Applicants with advanced certificates, or with experience/specialized skills in technical and regulatory areas related to the research topics listed above, are also encouraged to apply. 

 

UMCES offers a competitive salary dependent upon qualifications, full range of benefits and retirement packages, an academic working environment, opportunities for continued education, and potential for career advancement.  The duration of the appointment is contingent upon continued project funding. 

 Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by October 25, 2015, to personnel@cbl.umces.edu. Please reference: MERC in the subject line.

 UMCES is an AA/EOE employer. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.