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Position Summary:
The MBL is seeking a candidate for the position of Postdoctoral Scientist for West Falmouth Harbor. The postdoctoral scientist will be part of a team to build on 20 years of research evaluating the response of West Falmouth Harbor to elevated nitrogen pollution. They will participate in field work, laboratory analyses, data analysis and interpretation, and presentation of results in publications and at national/international meetings.
Basic qualifications:
PhD in environmental sciences or related discipline, with specialization in biogeochemistry. Experience conducting field work in aquatic ecosystems, measuring low-level concentrations of nitrogen and phosphorus, maintaining sondes for measuring dissolved oxygen and pH, analyzing data, and writing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Preferred qualifications:
Specific experience with sampling in West Falmouth Harbor is highly desirable. Other preferred qualifications include: 1) experience supervising undergraduate students; 2) experience leading/coordination research activities; 3) certification for SCUBA diving for research; and 4) experience with the use of side-scan sonar for estimating seagrass biomass.
Special Physical Requirements:
Driver’s license, ability to pilot and maintain small research boat, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required
Application Instructions:
Please apply on the MBL website and provide the following required documents: (1) a cover letter describing your interests, skills, and prior research experience, including any specific experience with the job responsibilities listed above; (2) a curriculum vitae/resume; and (3) the names and contact numbers of three persons who can be contacted for letters of reference, at least one of whom must have acted as your supervisor in a previous research position. Please do not include unsolicited letters.
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