UW-Superior
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Duties:
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a technical expert and source of scientific information about freshwater estuaries. The position is responsible for acquiring and interpreting scientific data about estuaries, particularly the LSNERR. These data consist of both project specific and long term measurements which characterize elements and processes occurring along a river to large lake gradient and within the Great Lakes. Data also describe the effect of human activities and the influence of natural changes occurring within this environment. The position works independently, with coworkers and with external investigators to acquire data required for completion of specific studies and programs of interest to the LSNERR and to communities within the Reserve’s bioregion.
The complete Position Description may be viewed here.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in a field that relates to the responsibilities of this position such as Ecology, Ecosystem Ecology, Biological Sciences, Natural Resources, Earth Studies, etc. Ph.D. must be completed at the time of application.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with and understanding of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System.
- Experience with GIS, experimental design, statistics, and invasive species.
- Experience with participatory approaches to natural resource management.
The successful candidate will be dynamic, energetic, creative, and engaging. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the public liberal arts mission and must be committed to the highest ethical standards and must demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills. Candidates that incorporate values of inclusive excellence and diversity in their work are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
Send an application packet (hard copy) including:
- Cover Letter (up to two pages) that summarizes how you meet the qualifications of this position, including knowledge, skills and abilities. Please describe your education and/or training, work experiences, research and any related life experiences in your response. Please note that your response will be evaluated for content and written communication skills.
- Professional resume or vita, including related education, professional work history and volunteer experience.
- Examples of Writing: 2-3 scientific publications or reports.
- Contact information for three (3) professional work references, including at least one person who has been your immediate supervisor. For each reference, please indicate the nature of your professional relationship and include the person’s title, email address and telephone number.
- Final college transcripts for each of your degrees. Unofficial copies are acceptable at this point; official transcripts are required upon hire.
To: ktuttle@uwsuper.edu
Lake Superior Estuarine Research Reserve
University of Wisconsin, Superior
Old Main, Room 101
Belknap & Catlin, PO Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880-4500
Phone: (715) 394-8256