Marine Mammal Biologging Specialist
Position overview
Position title: Marine Mammal Biologging SpecialistFISCAL YEAR Non-exempt. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $49,000 -52,200 annual salary resulting in an hourly rate of $23.47-25.00.
Application Window
Open date: May 10, 2023
Most recent review date: Friday, Jun 9, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Dr. Ari Friedlaender in the Department of Ocean Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a Marine Mammal Biologging Specialist. Under the direction of Dr. Friedlaender, the specialist will conduct biologging field work to study the underwater behavior and ecology of marine mammals. This includes maintaining biologging electronics and a database of biologging data from marine mammals around the world. Additionally, the specialist will contribute to statistical analyses and the writing of scientific papers to be published in peer-reviewed journals.
Applicants with expertise in motion-sensing biologging tags and advanced computing expertise are strongly encouraged to apply.
The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.
Friedlaender Lab: https://btbel.pbsci.ucsc.edu/
Ocean Sciences Department: https://science.ucsc.edu/department/ocea/
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in ocean sciences or a related field.
- One year of university level, post-degree research experience.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
Help contact: ari.friedlaender@ucsc.edu
About UC Santa Cruz
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686.
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