With new projects starting up we are looking to increase our team's expertise in diatoms, paleoecology and water issues. Please circulate to anybody who might be a good fit. I'm happy to respond to any questions by email. http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=116418
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Job Requisition 188320 CENTER FOR WATER AND THE ENVIRONMENT NATURAL RESOURCES RESEARCH INSTITUTE - (www.nrri.umn.edu) UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - DULUTH The Center for Water and the Environment, Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) at the University of Minnesota Duluth seeks a full-time researcher specializing in diatoms and other physical, chemical and biological entities as indicators of limnological condition. Projects are likely to include experiments, monitoring programs, and paleolimnological applications in the Great Lakes, small lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Environmental issues will include, but are not limited to, eutrophication, food web contamination, invasive species, climate change, habitat loss, and multi-stressor/response relationships. The new Research Associate will join an existing aquatic research group at NRRI. Responsibilities will include publication and grantsmanship; field, lab and data analysis; interaction with diverse natural resource related agencies and the general public, and supervision of technical staff working on several large, multi-year projects. Current projects include: long-term trends in conditions of the Great Lakes, paleolimnology of Minnesota lakes and the St. Louis River Estuary, protist assessments for ballast water treatment system testing; other studies of the water quality trends in regional lakes, wetlands, and rivers; and outreach to citizens and organizations. Although current funding for projects is substantial, the candidate will be expected to develop his/her own externally funded research program. Immediate responsibilities may include: identification, documentation and data analysis of Great Lakes diatoms and associated water quality and stressors; writing articles for peer reviewed scientific journals using existing data; and participating in other project, Center, and Institute activities. While this position description lists immediate needs and expectations, there will be opportunities for the candidate to teach, arrange symposia and workshops, participate in graduate programs, and bring new research ideas to the NRRI team. Minimum Qualifications: 1. PhD in any of the biological, geological, or environmental sciences from a regionally accredited college or university; 2. Three years post-PhD experience in: freshwater diatom taxonomy, limnological and phycological field sampling, laboratory preparation and data analysis; 3. Experience working independently and working as part of a team conducting multidisciplinary research; 4. Experience managing project scopes and budgets; 5. Excellent skills with statistical software (e.g. R and multivariate analyses) and additional data analysis, management, and visualization skills (database design, web technologies, etc.); 6. Experience advising (e.g. supervising undergraduate and/or graduate students and/or technicians); 7. Experience working effectively with state, federal and private organizations, obtaining research grants and developing collaborations and partnerships with scientists (e.g. from academia, governmental agencies, NGOs, and the private sector), and having a high potential for national and international recognition; 8. Record of scientific achievement as indicated by publications in peer-reviewed scientific literature and research grant awards; 9. Excellent written proficiency and communication skills in the English language. Desired Qualifications: 1. Experience with monitoring and paleolimnological assessments, diatom ecology and assemblage-based assessments of aquatic condition; 2. Demonstrated oral and communication skills in the English language and demonstrated writing capabilities, including prior grant writing experience, report writing, and manuscript publication; 3. Experience with coordination of symposia and workshops, participating in graduate programs, teaching academic courses and initiating research programs. Review of complete applications will begin January 6, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Desired start date is March-April 2014. For a complete position description and information on how to apply online, go to: http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=116418 Salary is negotiable commensurate with education and experience. Finalists may be required to provide additional information. Complete applications must include: the online application, letter of application detailing how you meet the qualifications listed above, CV/Resume, and name, address, telephone number and e-mail of three references. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the University of Minnesota Disability Specialist at 612-624-3316. Individuals from underrepresented groups and US military veterans are encouraged to apply. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Euan D. Reavie, CWE Associate Director, Senior Research Associate Center for Water and the Environment Natural Resources Research Institute University of Minnesota Duluth 1900 East Camp Street, Ely, MN 55731 Email ereavie**at**d.umn.edu | Web www.nrri.umn.edu/staff/ereavie.asp