"Associate Professor, Masters in Marine Mammal Science"

Location 

5800 Bay Shore Road Sarasota

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00395

Division

Marine Mammal Science

Opening Date

08/05/2024

Closing Date

8/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Faculty in this program will teach in the MMS graduate program with the preferred areas of specialization include: Pinniped and Cetacean Brain and Behavior.

Examples of Duties

Teaching

Deliver two graduate-level courses in marine mammal science per year

Deliver two additional graduate-level course equivalents per year (laboratory offerings or sponsoring student research/thesis course equivalents)

Optionally, contribute to undergraduate programs through teaching, cross-listing courses, or sponsoring tutorials, theses, or ISPs

Research

Establish and maintain a productive research program in marine mammal science

Engage in individual or collaborative grant-seeking activities such as researching, co-writing, and applying for grants from external sources

Mentorship

Advise and mentor graduate students, providing guidance on research projects and professional development

Student pipeline lead: coordinate with the CEO to determine current NCF undergrad interest in MMS

Student pipeline lead: identify, maintain relationships, coordinate with potential MMS Ph.D. programs 

Service

Engage in service activities for the marine mammal science program and broader scientific community

Foster and maintain relationships with external researchers and facilities, ensuring effective collaboration and opportunities for student engagement

Visioning and set-up of international marine mammal neuroscience working group

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in a field related to Marine Mammal Science, including Biology, Biological Oceanography, Psychology, and Zoology

Proven teaching experience with a commitment to mentoring students

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated record of research excellence in marine mammal science as evidenced by publications and invited presentations

Prior success with research funding from national and international sources

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.