[MARMAM] Job Opening: Protected Species Division Director - Honolulu - NOAA Fisheries
Aloha! We are recruiting for a Supervisory Marine Biologist to oversee the NMFS PIFSC Protected Species Division . This division conducts research and conservation activities on cetaceans, turtles, and monk seals in the Central and West Pacific Ocean. Duties As a Supervisory Marine Biologist, you will perform the following duties: - Exercise decision-making authority over a comprehensive scientific research program, which is the foundation for conservation of Hawaiian monk seals, cetaceans, and sea turtles in the Pacific islands. - Develop information and plans related to strategic planning of the future operations of the organization, ensuring that adequate plans are in place for the future operations of the recovery and maintenance of healthy marine mammal and sea turtle populations, their habitats, and marine ecosystem conservation. - As a supervisor, exercise delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of the Protected Species Division (PSD)/Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC) program. - Utilize full supervisory authority including evaluating work performance of subordinates, developing performance standards, and giving advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Key Requirements: - Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. - Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation. - More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Other Information. - Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov) - Because this position requires travel for official business, the selectee will be required to apply for a charge card within 30 calendar days of appointment. Individuals who have delinquent account balances from a previous Government charge card will be required to satisfy their existing obligation before a new card can be issued. - A background investigation will be required for this position. Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. - Throughout the recruitment and hiring process we will be communicating with you via email; therefore, it is imperative that the email address you provide when applying for this vacancy remains active. Should your email address change, please notify the point of contact identified in the vacancy announcement as soon as possible so that we can update our system. For more information on the position and application process: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/757281300 For more information about the PIFSC: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/about/pacific-islands-fisheries-science-center Direct all questions about the hiring process to: victor.c...@noaa.gov *Charles Littnan, PhD.* Science and Research Director Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center NOAA IRC NMFS/PIFSC/DO/Charles Littnan 1845 WASP Blvd., Building 176 Honolulu, HI 96818 PH: (808) 725-5711 C: (808) 220-3601 Fax: (808) 725-5567 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] 7th International Bio-Logging Symposium - Abstract Deadline Extension and Open Registration
Aloha again fellow bio-loggers! We are pleased to share two bits of good news: 1. The abstract submission deadline has been extended to 31 May 2021 2. Registration is now open! A reminder that we hope for BLS7 to be inclusive of as much cutting edge bio-logging as ever. Please use this extra time to also spread the word to your colleagues and friends in other fields and other countries. Share your science by submitting your abstract here: https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/login?redirect=/stages/1709/submitter Registration costs will be $150 for professionals and $50 for students with additional discounts for those from traditionally lower funded countries and for early registration. Early-bird registration discounts available until July 1. Registration after October 1 will increase to $175 for professionals and $75 for students. Join the conversation by registering at a reduced rate: https://www.xcdsystem.com/bls/member/ Please visit our website at www.bls7hawaii.com, follow the International Bio-Logging Society on Twitter (@biologging), and spread the word far and wide to anyone you think might be interested in joining us. Aloha, Charles, Josh, Kenady, Aude, and Kim Email questions to: bls7haw...@gmail.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] First Announcement: 7th International Bio-Logging Symposium - October 2020
Tracking the Changing World Around Us THE 7TH INTERNATIONAL BIO-LOGGING SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM11 - 16 OCTOBER 2020HONOLULU, HAWAII Aloha Marine Mammal Bio-Logging Community! We are incredibly excited to announce that abstract submission for the The 7th International Bio-Logging Symposium is now open!We thank you all for your patience while we pulled together all the pieces for what is going to be an amazing conference. Our theme for the conference "Tracking the Changing World Around Us" is intended to explore how we do our work with emerging new technologies, advances in analytical approaches, a rapidly changing environmental and socio-political climate and more. As always, we want to create a conference that embraces the work of our global bio-logging community, and we hope you will be part of it! Over the coming weeks we will be announcing more news about the conference but lots of good information can be found on our regularly updated webpage: https://www.bls7hawaii.com If you would like to jump straight to abstract submission, please do! https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/login?redirect=/stages/1709/submitter Our next major milestone will be registration which will open on March 1. We look forward to hosting you in Honolulu later this year. Let us know if you have any questions! Send questions to bls72...@gmail.com Your BLS7 Organizing Team, Charles, Josh, Kenady, Kim and Aude. *Charles Littnan, PhD.* Division Director Protected Species Division NOAA IRC NMFS/PIFSC/PSD/Charles Littnan 1845 WASP Blvd., Building 176 Honolulu, HI 96818 PH: (808) 725-5711 Fax: (808) 725-5567 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Marine Mammal and Turtle Positions Available in Hawaii
Aloha All- We are announcing two Federal positions open only to U.S. Citizen or Nationals at the NOAA Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center. Both positions can be found and applied for through the USAjobs.gov website. Positions opened on Dec 16 and close Dec. 23 due to the recruitment type. Position 1: Research Mathematical Statistician, ZP-1529-3/4 Weblink: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553483100 Responsibilities: As a Research Mathematical Statistician, you will perform the following duties: • Conduct statistical analyses, designs, codes, documents, runs and summarize various model outputs in the stock analysis and population studies using standard software applications/environments. • Develop guidelines and goals for research work, and support the conservation and management of cetaceans, marine turtles and Hawaiian monk seals in the Pacific Islands region. • Guide project teams and junior scientists in the development of new methods for the statistical analysis of data for stock assessments and other supporting analyses for protected species studies. • Analyze line-transects, mark recapture and other data collection methods to present abundance estimates for protected species at scientific meetings and in scientific reviews and journals. • Collaborate research issues and advice with Pacific Islands Region agencies and stakeholders, interacting and serving with various committees and/or technical working groups. __ Position 2: Supervisory Research Biologist, ZP-0401-4. (Marine Turtle Biology and Assessment Program Lead) Weblink: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553483400 Responsibilities As a Supervisory Research Biologist, you will perform the following duties: • Lead a multidisciplinary science program for the management and conservation of the endangered and threatened sea turtles in the Pacific. • Provide program staff with guidance in the identification and implementation of studies to monitor, model, and enhance the status of turtle populations. • Oversee the program’s performances of research in protected species, ecosystem-based science, population assessment, life history, physiology, health and disease, climate impacts, and mortality mitigation. • Participate in field data collection operations including remote camps and research cruises. Please share broadly. If you have any questions about the positions please let me know. If you questions about how to apply please contact the persons listed on the website. There are no exceptions to the citizenship requirement. Cheers, Charles *Charles Littnan, PhD.* Division Director Protected Species Division NOAA IRC NMFS/PIFSC/PSD/Charles Littnan 1845 WASP Blvd., Building 176 Honolulu, HI 96818 PH: (808) 725-5711 Fax: (808) 725-5567 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Job Opportunity: Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program Lead - NOAA
Aloha All- We are currently searching for the next program leader for NOAA Fisheries' Hawaiian monk seal program. We are hiring one position in either the Supervisory Marine Biology or Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer Tracks. Applicants must be US Citizens or Nationals. General duties include: Exercise decision-making authority over a comprehensive scientific research program focused on conservation of Hawaiian monk seals, including directing scientific priorities, participating in analyses and drafting of publications and policies, and ensuring the quality of scientific products. Ensure program compliance with Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and other environmental Acts regulating research related to Hawaiian monk seals. Perform strategic planning functions for the monk seal program, such as approving work plans to enhance achievement of goals, overseeing the revision of long-range plans, goals, objectives, and policy and organizational changes, and approving allocation and distribution of funds. Develop peer-reviewed journal publications on protected species, health and disease issues, and monk seal conservation initiatives, and make presentations on monk seal recovery issues and research results. Perform the full-range of supervisory duties, including evaluating work, providing advice to employees, reviewing disciplinary action, approving expenses, overtime, and employee travel, and assessing training needs. The veterinary position will have additional responsibilities related to animal care and husbandry, health and disease research and more. Marine Biologist https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/525880900 Veterinary Medical Officer https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/525880100 Application window is open until March 18, 2019 *Charles Littnan, PhD.* Division Director Protected Species Division NOAA IRC NMFS/PIFSC/PSD/Charles Littnan 1845 WASP Blvd., Building 176 Honolulu, HI 96818 PH: (808) 725-5711 Fax: (808) 725-5567 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Fwd: Final Announcement for Research Ecologist for NOAA's Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program - CLOSES JAN 15
Aloha All- This is the final reminder of an excellent job opportunity opening in our monk seal program (HMSRP). The original announcement stated the position closed on Jan. 6 but because of delays over the holidays it has been extended to Jan 15. Several people have sent queries about what the job entails...so here are some examples. Last Friday you would have responded to a young female seal that had a large circle hook in her lip and was wrapped in fishing line. You would have been successful and felt great all weekend. Next week you would be deploying Crittercams and cellphone tags to understand the foraging behavior of seals in the main Hawaiian Islands...in a few months you would be taking that information to a group of local fishermen and explaining to some of them why monk seals aren't eating all the fish. It would be tense but you would get through to at least a couple of them. The next day you would be meeting with HMSRP biologists and vets from around the world to talk about when and how to vaccinate the population in the face of a disease outbreak. This summer you would spend 3 weeks in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands translocating young female pups to new atolls to dramatically increase their likelihood of survival. In between all this you would be designing new studies, analyzing data, publishing papers, developing budgets, responding to emergencies, and more. Every day is a new challenge but it is always interesting and there are few conservation research programs out there that are more applied than the HMSRP. If you are a bright, motivated scientist, have experience handling marine mammals, turtles or other large mammals, and have some experience dealing with people and conflict t then you could be a good fit for the HMSRP. *This is a research position in the US Federal Government. You must be a US Citizen or National to apply for the position.* *For more information on the job and how to apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/358468200 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/358468200* Cheers, Charles -- Charles Littnan, PhD. Lead Scientist, Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program NOAA Fisheries Service 1601 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1000 Honolulu HI, 96814 T: (808) 944-2171 -- Charles Littnan, PhD. Lead Scientist, Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program NOAA Fisheries Service 1601 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1000 Honolulu HI, 96814 T: (808) 944-2171 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
