Postdoctoral Position in Estimating Net Environmental Benefit of Oil Platform Decommissioning Options:
The Marine Science Institute at the University of California Santa Barbara seeks a postdoctoral scholar with training in quantitative marine ecology or oceanography and expertise in statistical methods for estimating the net environmental benefits of oil platform decommissioning off the coast of California. The candidate will work with a collaborative team of UCSB and Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) investigators on developing and applying models and statistical analyses evaluating the effects of oil platforms on diversity and productivity of marine ecosystems and how those effects will change given alternative decommissioning options. Implications for management and human use of marine resources will also be explored. The project benefits from extensive existing data about the biological and physical conditions in the region including substantial data on the fish and invertebrate communities on offshore oil platforms collected by BOEM-funded studies. Basic Qualifications: The candidate shall have a PhD in ecology, oceanography or applied statistics or equivalent. Additional Qualifications: The candidate will have demonstrated skills in advanced statistical modeling, computational analysis, and scientific programming. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a desire and ability for interdisciplinary collaborations and a proven capacity to publish in peer-reviewed journals are requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Matlab or R, working in temperate marine systems, applied ecological research and GIS & spatial analysis. Initial appointment is for one year. Position may be extended up to an additional 2 years contingent upon funding and performance. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with University of California policy. The University of California offers generous benefits, more information may be found at: http://www.hr.ucsb.edu/benefits/postdoctoral-scholars For primary consideration apply by December 5, 2016. The anticipated start is spring of 2017, but the position will be open until filled. For further information, please contact Dr. Robert Miller(mil...@msi.ucsb.edu). Send applications including cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references to: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00914 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.
