The Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory The Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory (FSUCML) (http:// www.marinelab.fsu.edu) invites applications for the position of Associate Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of education and outreach at the FSUCML. We seek a highly motivated individual with experience in outreach and policy, the ability to develop a diverse educational program for FSU students and the community at large, and the ability to develop and implement mechanisms for connecting the FSUCML associated faculty and their research to local communities and to state- and federal-level decision makers. The intent is to increase public awareness and understanding of the oceans and of marine conservation. The candidate may have a background in marine science, law, or policy/public administration/political science or equivalent (PhD or JD preferred) and should have at least four years of experience in outreach, policy, and/or education. The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of and ability to communicate marine science and its implications for policy to nonscientific audiences. To apply, please submit electronic copies (PDF files preferred) of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names and e-mail addresses of three references to FSUCML Associate Director Search, e- mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Dr. Felicia Coleman, Director). Review of applicants will begin November 1 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified. The Coastal and Marine Laboratory is committed to building a research, education, and outreach program focused on coastal and marine issues of ecological importance that will provide the scientific basis for policy decisions and the mechanism for increasing public awareness of ocean conservation issues. In addition to this position, the FSUCML will fill four research-faculty positions within the coming year. FSU is an AA/EO employer Female and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply
