[ES_JOBS_NET] Research Associate (Post Doc), Cooperative Institute for Marine Research, Oregon State University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/71524

 

 


Department

CIMRS (Inst/Marine Res) (RDR)


Position Title

Research Associate (Post Doc)


Job Title

Research Associate (Post Doc)


Appointment Type

Academic Teaching/Research Faculty


Job Location

Corvallis


Position Appointment Percent

100


Appointment Basis

12


Faculty Status

Post Doctorate


Tenure Status

Fixed-Term


Pay Method

Salary


Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.


Position Summary

The Cooperative Institute for Marine Research invites applications for a
full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month, fixed-term Research Associate (Post Doc)
position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director.

The Research Associate (Post Doc) will hold an independent research role
among a larger research team comprised of researchers from Oregon State
University (OSU) College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS),
OSU cooperative Institute of Marine Resources Studies (CIMRS), and NOAA
Fisheries, working cooperatively to understand the connectivity between
changes in basin scale ocean conditions, regional winds and local upwelling,
and marine ecosystem productivity. A relatively high-frequency (biweekly to
monthly) 20+ year time series of physical, chemical, and biological
oceanographic metrics collected along the continental shelf and slope (2-46
km from shore) off Newport, OR, will serve as the foundation for studying
and understanding the impacts of climate variability and ecosystem response.

The dynamics controlling local productivity in the coastal ocean are complex
and include processes that are not driven entirely by alongshore winds, but
also by basin-scale variability in winds and transport, variability in
source waters for upwelling, and variability in local conditions such as
density stratification prior to the onset of upwelling-favorable winds.
Therefore, understanding how both basin scale climate variability and local
upwelling interact to affect primary and secondary production is important
for understanding how physical processes translate to biological
productivity. The goal of this project is to advance our understanding of
the influence of both basin-scale forcing and coastal upwelling on
nutrients, phytoplankton, copepods, and krill, using existing datasets.

The postdoc is expected to engage in innovative research, collaborate with a
multidisciplinary research team including other postdocs and graduate and
undergraduate students, produce scholarly publications, and participate in
outreach to government and academic partners. The position is located
jointly at CEOAS, OSU, Corvallis, OR and the Hatfield Marine Science Center
(HMSC), Newport, OR. The postdoc is expected to maintain regular
communication in person and remotely with investigators at both locations,
for example making approximately weekly visits to the location where the
postdoc is not resident, including attending seminars.

The primary advisors and mentors for the postdoc will be Melanie Fewings,
(OSU/CEOAS), Kym Jacobson (NOAA Fisheries), and Jennifer Fisher (OSU/CIMRS).


Position Duties

60% Research
- Collaborate in quantitative analyses of existing physical and biological
data. There will be opportunities to participate occasionally in biweekly to
monthly research cruises to collect biophysical data relevant to the
research project. However, participation in fieldwork is not required.

30% Presentations and Publications
- Synthesize data and present research findings through oral presentations
and publications in high impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.

10% Grant Development
- Develop and assist with writing grant proposals.


Minimum/Required Qualifications

- PhD in physical or biological oceanography or related discipline.
- Evidence of:
- scholastic achievements in publications and scientific presentations
- self-motivation and ability to work independently
- effective work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
- In accordance with the Department of Commerce Background Investigation
policy, the incumbent must successfully obtain the appropriate security
clearance within 90 days of the employment start date.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position;
therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check
and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000
et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in
youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications
including the criminal history check requirement.


Preferred (Special) Qualifications

- Experience in applying physical metrics to understand biological responses
- Proficient programming skill in Matlab, R, or python
- Experience in time-series analysis
- Experience in upwelling systems
- an understanding of biological systems and how physical processes affect
biology, including transport and nutrient supply
- Participation in grant proposal writing
- Experience with Microsoft Access databases
- Experience in mentoring and outreach
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity


Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Incumbent will have access to office space and computer for data analysis
and preparation proposals and manuscripts.


This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of
all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division
I (FBS) universities.

No


Posting Detail Information


Posting Number

P02692UF


Number of Vacancies

1


Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

03/01/2019


Anticipated Appointment End Date

	

Posting Date

01/17/2019


Full Consideration Date

02/18/2019


Closing Date

03/04/2019


Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants


Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 18,
2019. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration
date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is
filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants."

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic
documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have
prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional
references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the
application process.

For additional information please contact: insert the contact name and
information LeAnne Rutland, LeAnne.Rutland at oregonstate.edu.

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all
that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and
particularly encourage applications from members of historically
underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities,
veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to
help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position;
therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check
and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000
et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in
youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications
including the criminal history check requirement.

 

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