[ES_JOBS_NET] NCEAS Assistant Specialist: Anticipating climate change impacts on aquaculture, University of California, Santa Barbara

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01452

 

NCEAS Assistant Specialist: Anticipating climate change impacts on
aquaculture

 


RECRUITMENT PERIOD


Open date: January 15th, 2019

Next review date: February 15th, 2019
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: April 15th, 2019
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those
received after the review date will only be considered if the position has
not yet been filled.


DESCRIPTION


We are seeking a full-time Assistant Specialist for a funded project at the
National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS), University of
California, Santa Barbara through the Conservation Aquaculture Research Team
(CART). The project is a continuation of current research focused on
spatially mapping and quantifying the impacts, potential adaptations, and
mitigation measures for aquaculture under climate change, at local to global
scales. Thus, the research encompasses different types of aquaculture at
different ecological scales and environments.

The candidate will be based at NCEAS in Santa Barbara, CA and will engage
with ongoing and emerging research projects as well as have the opportunity
to pursue her/his own research related to the project theme. This position
will be responsible for: 1) expanding the spatial modelling and mapping of
climate change threats to global brackish and freshwater aquaculture; 2)
down scaling climate change impacts to specific regions of interest (e.g.,
SE Asia); and 3) develop her/his own project of interest that can include,
but not limited to, linkages to other food systems or focus on the land-sea
interface. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits
commensurate with experience. The appointment is for 18 months, with the
possibility of extension pending available funds and strong performance. The
successful candidate will work with Ben Halpern and Halley Froehlich,
integrated with his research lab and the CART initiative - which offers
opportunities to work across other on-going and related projects, including
"Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Global Food Systems."

RESIDENCY AT NCEAS: NCEAS is located in scenic downtown Santa Barbara,
California. The Center is known for fostering interaction and collaboration,
a characteristic that leads to the success of its visiting scientists. NCEAS
has a growing and thriving community of postdocs, resident scientists, and
analysts, and frequent influx of leading scientists and practitioners from
around the world participating in working group projects. We expect the
candidate to contribute their knowledge, interests, and enthusiasm to the
intellectual atmosphere. This Assistant Specialist should anticipate
spending the vast majority of their time working at the Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic
. MSc in natural resource management and/or aquaculture, climate change,
aquatic ecology or related disciplines

Preferred:
. PhD in natural resource management and/or aquaculture, climate change,
aquatic ecology or related disciplines
. Proficient in R programming
. Strong analytical and modeling background, particularly spatial analyses 
. Ability to review and synthesize large amounts of literature and disparate
data sources
. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
. Outstanding organizational skills
. Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team
. Strong publication record
. Experience working with groups outside of academia (industry, NGOs, etc.)

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: 18 months, with the potential for extension pending
funding and evaluation of performance.

SALARY RANGE: Salary is dependent on experience, qualifications, and hiring
level. The UCSB salary scales may be found at
<https://ap.ucsb.edu/compensation.and.benefits/ucsb.salary.scales/>
https://ap.ucsb.edu/compensation.and.benefits/ucsb.salary.scales/

POSITION AVAILABLE: Start date March 1, 2019 or as soon as possible
thereafter.
TO APPLY: Please apply via UC Recruit:
<https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01452> https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01452

Required Documents to Apply:
Applicants must submit (1) a current Curriculum Vitae, (2) cover letter
describing your research background and qualifications for the position, (3)
names and contact information for 3 references.

CLOSING DATE: Preference will be given to applications received by February
15, 2019. Position is open until filled.

The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching and service.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


JOB LOCATION


Santa Barbara, CA


REQUIREMENTS


Document requirements

.        Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

.        Cover Letter

Reference requirements

*	3 required (contact information only)


HOW TO APPLY


1.	Create an ApplicantID
2.	Provide required information and documents
3.	If any, provide required reference information

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