Centre for Fisheries Ecosystems Research (CFER) Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's NL Canada (Permanent Position)
CFER is in an exciting period of expansion and invites applications for a Quantitative Fisheries Scientist. Requirements for this position include a Ph.D. in quantitative fisheries science/ecology or a closely related discipline (e.g. mathematics, statistics, or computer science) with related experience in the North Atlantic or similar fisheries ecosystems. Applicants should have a potential or proven ability to develop an internationally recognized research program, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to supervise graduate students. An ability to work with industry, fish harvesters, and government agencies is also important. This positon will be eligible for substantial funding for graduate students and PDFs through the recently approved 93.7 million dollar Ocean Frontier Institute (OFI) initiative. The OFI is a partnership between Memorial University, Dalhousie University and the University of PEI and is funded through the Canada First Excellence Research Fund. This position is expected to contribute to research outcomes of the sustainable fisheries theme of the OFI. Opportunities to receive funding from other current and proposed projects is excellent. Additional information and application procures available at: https://www.mun.ca/hr/careers/job.php?id=6574
