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Postdoctoral Scholar
Job Description
Full Job Description
The postdoctoral scholar is responsible for independent and collaborative development, implementation, and analysis of scientific research in the discipline of marine fisheries science. Responsibilities include management of all aspects of biological, environmental, and socioeconomical time series data from North Carolina. The postdoc will also conduct a synthesis analysis (e.g., multivariate statistics) using a variety of time series data related to decadal scale changes in factors that are relevant to North Carolina fisheries. Duties include: hypothesis development, literature review, collection of pilot data, report writing, overseeing data collection procedures, review of data for quality control, supervision of data entry/data analysis, analysis of research hypothesis using descriptive and multivariate statistics, and the development of independent and collaborative presentations and publications. Scholars are expected to demonstrate compliance with established guidelines and regulatory standards for research including biosafety, responsible conduct of research and human subjects training.
Approximately 100% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to acquiring publicly available data and conducting quality control and data cleaning. Analyzing time series data. Summarizing analyses in report format and for publication.
Approximately 0% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to managing the day-to-day activity of undergraduate and graduate research students in the laboratory.
Minimum Education/Experience
English Proficiency.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A PhD in one of these (or related) fields: Ecology, fisheries science, biostatistics, marine sciences
(PhD, MD, DDS, DMD or a combination of these degrees)
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A PhD in one of these (or related) fields: Ecology, fisheries science, biostatistics, marine sciences
(PhD, MD, DDS, DMD or a combination of these degrees)
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
NA
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Experience with marine fisheries and ecosystems in North Carolina; Use of marine biological survey data, in particular surveys conducted in North Carolina; Advanced statistical modeling experience in the R computing environment; Time series analysis; Collaborations with a diverse team of researchers.
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply through PeopleAdmin and attach their CV or resume, cover letter and names and contact information of 3 references. Appointments are typically for a one-year period. Five years (typically five appointments of one year) is typically the maximum total period that any individual may serve as a Scholar. The University, in its sole discretion has the option to renew or extend any appointment, subject to the availability of funds, past performance evaluations and/or any other lawful reasons. For other information on the ECU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, please visit our website at: https://rede.ecu.edu/postdoctoral/
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date
08/29/2022
Open Until Filled
No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
09/04/2022
Initial Screening Begins
09/05/2022
Rank Level
Not Applicable
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/54962
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA -Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA -Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
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