TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT THE SMITHSONIAN ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTER Funding is available for two positions to participate in research on (1) oyster restoration and ecology and (2) biological and ecological responses to hypoxia. The positions described below may be filled at the Postdoctoral Researcher level or as Technician positions (MS or MA, including strong statistical background required). Preferred start date for both positions is February 2006. Salary and specific duties will be dependent on level at which each position is filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
OYSTER RESTORATION AND ECOLOGY Position available in the Marine & Estuarine Ecology Lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center for research related to oyster restoration, ecology and disease. Several ongoing and new projects will focus on the potential to restore native oysters as well as the potential risks and benefits of the proposed introduction of a non-native oyster species to Chesapeake Bay. Projects include studies of larval ecology, disease transmission and synthesis of existing research. Work will include field and laboratory experiments as well as extensive data analysis and synthesis. GIS, and data management experience will also be considered in hiring. Person hired must have SCUBA experience and certification and strong statistical background. HYPOXIA EFFECTS ON FISH, FISHERIES AND FOOD WEBS Position available for a 4-year study of the factors that determine the biological sensitivity of estuaries to hypoxia. The position is primarily a data synthesis and analysis position, and will employ food web models in later years, but the successful candidate may also participate in lab and field studies during the field season. Strong statistical background is required. Modeling, GIS, and data management experience will also be considered in hiring. Position may be filled at either the postdoctoral, or masters level. Salary and specific duties will be dependent on level at which the position is filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Send CV, name and contact information for 3 referees, and a letter of interest. Candidates applying at the postdoctoral level should also include a copy of at least one publication. Either paper or electronic applications are acceptable. Denise Breitburg Smithsonian Environmental Research Center PO Box 28 Edgewater, MD 21037 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
