Cluster Hire of (3) Faculty Positions in Marine Science and Conservation

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) invites applications for up to 3 faculty positions in marine science and conservation. DISL faculty receive the title of Senior Marine Scientist and a joint faculty appointment at an Alabama University with rank commensurate with experience. Although we expect to hire at the level of Senior Marine Scientist I (equivalent to Assistant Professor), established candidates seeking higher ranks will be considered.

We seek candidates conducting novel, cutting-edge research in the benthos, water column, or aspects of organismal biology and ecology to enhance the broad field of marine conservation. It is desirable for the candidate to develop at least part of their research program in the Northern Gulf of Mexico and to interact with stakeholders in this region. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to community ecology, microbial ecology, microplastics or ecotoxicology, wetland  ecology, pathology, nutrient and food web modeling, landscape and movement ecology, organismal biology, biomechanics, or social aspects of human-environment interactions. Interdisciplinary research with approaches applying innovative field, laboratory, or numerical model-based methods (or a combination of approaches) is encouraged.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program
• teach one graduate course during the academic year and one undergraduate course during the DISL’s summer program (https://www.disl.org/univ-prog/undergrad)
• advise students (primarily at the graduate level), and
• participate in Dauphin Island Sea Lab outreach activities.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (or similar terminal degree) in some aspect of the marine sciences, environmental science, biology, ecology, or a related discipline at the time of appointment.
• Proven research background productivity as evidenced by a peer reviewed publication record and recognition in the field commensurate with experience.

Preferences:

• Research interests that complement those of existing DISL faculty.
• Post-doctoral experience.
• Strong track record developing a well-funded research program.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with strong communication skills.
• Experience with and commitment to quality mentoring and advising of students.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab (http://www.disl.org) is the administrative home for Alabama’s Marine Environmental Sciences Consortium, consisting of 21 state and private colleges and universities. The facility is located on Dauphin Island, a barrier island on the Alabama coast in the northern Gulf of Mexico with 14 faculty members and ~40 graduate students in residence. In addition to offering over 25 courses for undergraduates in the summer, the Sea Lab hosts a public aquarium that is focused on the habitats and ecosystems of the northern Gulf of Mexico region, and is home to the Discovery Hall Program, a nationally known K-12 education program. Dauphin Island is near the metropolitan area of Mobile with a population of 400,000 and a vibrant history and culture.

Candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching philosophy statements (maximum three pages for each), and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Ron Baker, Faculty Search Committee, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island, AL, 36528. Electronic applications are preferred and should be emailed to facultysearch@disl.edu. Questions about the search should also be addressed to facultysearch@disl.edu.  Review of applications will begin October 7, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled.

For more information about the position, please visit www.disl.edu.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender,  age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other demographic category protected by law. Candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.