Blue Ocean Institute inspires a closer relationship with the sea through science, art, and literature. We promote conservation solutions from a place of compassion and understanding for people and ocean wildlife and share information and ideas that enlighten personal choices, instill hope, and inspire people to take action to help restore life in the ocean. Our pioneering seafood program, the first of its kind in the country, translates in-depth scientific research and complex information about ocean wildlife, fishing, and aquaculture, into accurate and easy to understand materials to assist consumers, retailers and chefs in selecting ocean friendly fish and shellfish. Our seafood rankings are based on the best available science and derived through our cutting-edge, robust, quantitative scoring system.

Position responsibilities:

• Research and rank fisheries and aquaculture operations using our quantitative scoring system (see www.blueocean.org/seafood), adhering to a rigorous production schedule of research, rankings, external review, and editing. Must be adept at interpreting and analyzing scientific literature and technical reports (e.g., stock assessments and fishery management plans).
• Set up a structured internship program; hire train and supervise interns to assist in the research and ranking process.
• Produce our "Guide to Ocean Friendly Seafood" in collaboration with our designer and printer. Collaborate with the Seafood Program Director to assist in developing and producing other seafood-related products.
• Research diverse issues related to marine conservation and write for academic and popular press under the guidance of Blue Ocean's world-renowned co-founder Dr. Carl Safina. Must have broad understanding of marine science. Great opportunity for someone seeking publishing experience that is interested in mentoring from a leader in the field.
• Reply in a timely manner to information requests from the media and general public.
• Compile and communicate results from use of Blue Ocean's text messaging service "FishPhone" and continue to fine tune the product.
• Make public presentations at conferences and events to help promote sustainability.
• Attend conferences, symposiums and other events to stay on top of current developments in the field and build relationships with other organizations.
• Provide support to the Seafood Program Director and participate in organization-wide activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to conservation, our vision, and a desire to make a difference.
• Masters degree in marine science or related field, with particular focus on marine fisheries. Familiarity with issues related to aquaculture, knowledge of seafood industry species and ecosystems is also desired.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills required.
• Chosen candidate will have comfort and confidence in giving presentations, communicating with fisheries and aquaculture experts and working with NGO and corporate partners.
• Strong appreciation for rigorous, academic quality research and writing are a must.

Blue Ocean is located on the north shore of Long Island (35 minutes by train from Penn. Station, NYC and nearby Huntington and Cold Spring Harbor). Salary: $35-42K depending on experience plus benefits. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume by May 2, 2008 to:
Myra Sarli
Office Manager
msarli@blueocean.org

This Job Announcement was posted on the Estuarine Research Federation Web Site on 3/27/2008
The full URL is http://erf.org/jobs/2008_3_21_9211.html