Program Manager Recruitment

Associate/Full Specialist S4/S5, position number 87545T, Pelagic Fisheries Research Program (PFRP), UHM SOEST, (Manoa), temporary, non-tenure track, Federal funds, contingent on continued funding of the PFRP, to begin no later than 01/09. Duties: Position serves as the Program Manager for the Pelagic Fisheries Research Program (PFRP, http://soest.hawaii.edu/PFRP/) a cooperative multidisciplinary research program based in SOEST. The PFRP manager reports to the Dean of SOEST and is responsible for the management of all phases of the PFRP, including but not limited to identification of research priorities, evaluation of research proposals, fiscal management, organization of meetings, documentation of progress, and preparation of documents needed to ensure continuity of funding. In addition, the successful candidate is also expected to maintain an active research program in areas relevant to the PFRP and to participate in the academic life of the University.
Minimum qualifications: PhD degree with emphasis on statistics and population dynamics appropriate to the assessment of fish stocks, analysis of ocean effects on fish population, or sustainable management of fisheries; relevant research and program management experience; demonstrated ability to plan and organize programs of similar scope/size; ability to work effectively with management, faculty and staff.
Desirable qualifications: A substantial record of research relevant to fisheries management or a related scientific field. Pay range: S4/S5, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply: send letter of application, resume, and list of names and contact information of professional references.
Application address: Search Committee, PFRP Manager, c/o Dr. Brian Taylor, Dean, School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology, University of Hawaii, 1680 East-West Road, Honolulu, HI 96822. Inquiries: http://soest.hawaii.edu/PFRP/
Date posted: May-07-2008 Continuous recruitment. Review of applications will begin on Jun-01-2008 and will continue until the position is filled.

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