[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoc Position in Marine Sediment Science

[Emily Hall]

*Position*: The Chemical and Physical Ecology Program at Mote Marine 
Laboratory seeks a research scientist in Marine Sediment Science focused 
on the influence of terrestrial nitrate in submarine groundwater seeps 
on water chemistry and severe blooms of the dinoflagellate /Karenia 
brevis/. The applicant will study groundwater seepage where limestone 
aquifer strata intersect the southwest Florida shelf, either diffuse or 
via karst features, and how this may contribute to the marine nitrogen 
cycle, especially in regard to the role of dissimilatory nitrate 
reduction to ammonium in benthic sediment. This research will build on 
the previous findings of Mote scientists working in this area. The 
research scientist will be expected to complete the proposed research 
involving field sediment and water collections and laboratory 
experiments, develop collaborations with other internal and external 
scientists, and publish research. This position will benefit from 
experience in enzyme-mediated nitrogen chemistry, ability to work with 
large datasets, and a strong background in experimental design and 
statistical analysis. Training in scientific scuba diving is desirable 
but not mandatory. The incumbent will be mentored by the manager of the 
Chemical and Physical Ecology and Ocean Acidification Programs, Dr. 
Emily Hall, and will receive additional mentoring from both internal and 
external scientists.

*Mote Background:* Mote is celebrating nearly 70 years as one of the few 
remaining independent, non-profit international marine research 
laboratories. The Mote research enterprise has over 25 diverse research 
programs, an array of STEM education/outreach programs, and an aquarium 
featuring working laboratories with more than 100 marine species. Mote 
currently has more than 40 PhD-level scientists, nearly 300 staff and 
approximately 1300 volunteers located on its main campus in Sarasota and 
across seven additional campuses/facilities, including a state- 
of-the-art 200-acre marine and freshwater aquaculture research park, and 
a 19,000 square foot International Center for Coral Reef Research & 
Restoration in the Florida Keys. Work on a new 110,000 square foot Mote 
Science Education Aquarium is nearing completion.

*Application:* Applicants must have a Ph.D. in marine chemistry, 
biogeochemistry, or similar field. This is a full-time position for up 
to 3 years (pending acceptable performance) and includes an expected 
initial annual salary of approximately $60,000, health insurance with 
family options, and benefits including an opt-in retirement plan with 
employer matching, leaves for holidays, illness, and vacation, and other 
benefits. The Research Position will also have established researchers 
assigned to serve as a Mentors. The position will be for a period of 
three years, assuming appropriate annual progress.

Applicants should submit the following:

  * Cover letter of interest including present employment status.
  * Academic transcript of doctoral studies
  * Copy of PhD if achieved or expected graduation date.
  * Curriculum vitae
  * Names and contact information for three references.

*To Apply:*

Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 
Postdoctoral Researcher - Sediments”  at 
https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package 
including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for 
three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 
Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm July 26, 2024.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender 
identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or 
other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify. We are 
interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the 
United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. 
Mote Marine Laboratory is an E-Verify employer.

Questions regarding this position may be sent to Emily Hall, Senior 
Scientist and Program Manager, Chemical and Physical Ecology and Ocean 
Acidification Programs at emily8 at mote.org.


-- 
Emily R. Hall, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist/Program Manager
Ocean Acidification Program
Chemical and Physical Ecology Program
Mote Marine Laboratory
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-388-4441 x 327
emily8 at mote.org
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