Marine Conservation Biology Teaching Post-doc, Bonaire

Tropical Marine Conservation Biology Post-doc Fall 2010
(21 August – 18 December, 2010)
CIEE Research Station Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles
Application deadline: 25 July 2010
www.cieebonaire.org

The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation program in Bonaire is a study abroad program for undergraduate students. The Conservation Biology Teaching Post-doc at the CIEE Research Station Bonaire will teach Tropical Marine Conservation Biology and co-teach Independent Research in Marine Ecology/Biology. Duties will include participating in CIEE’s long-term monitoring project including field research, analyzing data, report writing and proposal writing. In addition, the post-doc will support the program by assisting with day to day operations of the field station. This position is full-time and will occasionally require you to accompany students on field trips during evenings and weekends as part of the program. The post-doc must be prepared to live and work at the field research station.

The minimum qualifications for this role are: a PhD in Biology with an emphasis in marine ecology or biology; scientific diving experience and a comprehensive dive physical (AAUS); broad field experience in marine ecology and excellent analytical skills; demonstrated ability to work as a team member; a commitment to education and research in marine ecology and conservation; an eagerness to work closely with students; an appreciation for field-based education; current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN Oxygen Rescue; DAN dive insurance; a driver’s license and the ability to drive a standard.

Compensation: a stipend, round trip airfare (up to $1,000) and lodging (private room with bath) will be provided to the successful applicant. There are no nationality requirements.

To apply: Send a cover letter and a CV with 3 references to rpeachey@ciee.org. In addition, a letter of recommendation from one of the references is required. The letter should be emailed directly to rpeachey@ciee.org from the letter writer. For more information about the semester program in Bonaire go to www.cieebonaire.org.