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Postdoctoral Scientist

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) is a U.S. not-for-profit marine research and educational organization based in Bermuda. For over 100 years, BIOS has been committed to seeking and sharing fundamental knowledge of the oceans and complex environmental issues through exploration, hands-on programs, cutting-edge technology, and state-of-the-art research methods.

The Plankton Ecology laboratory at the of Arizona State University Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences is looking for a post-doctoral researcher to join their team to study marine fungal ecology and processes in the Sargasso Sea. The post-doc will be integrated into the group led by PIs Leocadio Blanco-Bercial and Amy Maas, whose focus is on eukaryotic plankton ecology, evolution, and biogeochemical cycling. This is a dynamic laboratory with several federally-funded grants, five graduate students, one research assistant, and various undergraduate students. The post-doc will additionally interact with the broader plankton team https://bios.asu.edu/research/projects/microbes-plankton/, and their research will be embedded in the BIOS-SCOPE project https://scope.bios.asu.edu/ with collaborators from the US and Europe.

Candidates should have a PhD in biology, oceanography or related field, and previous experience in microbial culturing (fungal preferred). The candidate is expected to participate in several short oceanographic cruises per year (from BIOS), will be responsible for maintaining the growing culture collection of marine fungi at BIOS, and will develop/participate in field characterization and experimental analysis of planktonic fungal ecology and biogeochemical function. Although this research line will build off of ongoing projects, there will be freedom to explore new avenues within the topic. The postdoc will be encouraged (and supported) to apply for independent funding as principal or co-principal investigator. The successful candidate will be able to take advantage of the opportunities and facilities offered at ASU BIOS, including access to monthly oceanographic cruises, networking opportunities associated with the high flux of visitors to BIOS, and top-of-the-line instrumentation.

The position is for 12 months, with a possibility of extension based on performance. Salary includes a generous benefits package. Due to the nature and obligations of the job, place of residence will be Bermuda.

Interested candidates should have demonstrated publication experience with first-author publications.

To apply please submit electronically, a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, and the contact details of two references, and a 2-page (single spaced, Times New Roman 12,) statement of past research and future plans.

The applicant package should be emailed to bios.hr@bios.asu.edu; leocadio@asu.edu and amy.maas@asu.edu (please reference the job title in the subject line of email).

We will begin reviewing applications as of July 31, 2024

ASU BIOS is an equal-opportunity employer with a drug-free workplace and an excellent learning environment.

 

Laboratory Operations Manager

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) is a U.S. non-for-profit marine research and educational organization based in Bermuda. For over 100 years BIOS has been committed to seeking and sharing fundamental knowledge of the oceans and complex environmental issues through exploration, hands-on programs, cutting-edge technology, and state-of-the-art research methods.

ASU BIOS is seeking a Laboratory Operations Manager to join our team. This position will provide effective assistance and technical support to ASU BIOS visiting and resident scientists, staff members, educational groups etc. The successful candidate will report directly to the President & CEO.

Main Duties and Responsibilities will include:

Operate and maintain the scientific store facilities (includes lab equipment and a myriad of necessary consumables as well as chemical stocks. (Examples of scientific equipment include a Milli-Q water purification system, microscopes, vacuum pumps, autoclave, freezers (-70), centrifuges, field equipment, spectrophotometers, balances, freezers and incubators, liquid nitrogen generator, various laboratory ware, A/V equipment, etc.)

  • Provide all requisitioned equipment, chemicals, laboratory ware, facilities requirements, collecting permits, etc.
  • Identify and/or conduct maintenance-related activities on BIOS laboratory facilities.
  • Maintain inventory of equipment and store supplies.
  • Maintain and upgrade various station-wide safety items such as Safety and First Aid Kits.
  • Coordinate the hazardous waste disposal program on behalf of BIOS.
  • Assist in the scheduling of labs, lecture halls, shared use equipment, A/V equipment, etc.
  • Provide extra-ordinary support services for Science Research projects at discretion of Chief Financial & Operating Officer.
  • Communicate with visiting groups and scientists as to their needs in advance of their arrival and during their stay.
  • Provide health & safety information and basic laboratory safety rules, and assist in the implementation of a safety program.
  • Prepare monthly or quarterly reports on department activities and storeroom charges.
  • Purchase supplies and equipment on behalf of BIOS Lab Operations or external clients upon request.
  • Ensure charges are made to visiting users of services and supplies prior to their departure from BIOS.
  • Provide advice and guidance on all laboratory/facilities matters as coequal to Scientific Support Manager.
  • Manage budget projections for Lab Operations.
  • Primary contact for all shipping and receiving, providing smooth transition in and out of BIOS as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO or COO as required.

The successful candidate should have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science from an accredited four-year university
  • 5 years work experience in a laboratory
  • Proven aptitude in the basic operation and maintenance of scientific instruments used for laboratory work
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team while producing work of a very high standard
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter, able to organize their time, set priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive/flexible attitude is required
  • Hands on maintenance and repair of shared-use equipment and the ability to contract out such work if required

Interested candidates should email applications, with a cover letter, detailed resume and three references to bios.hr@bios.asu.edu (please reference the job title in the subject line of email) or by mail to:

Closing date: JUNE 28, 2024

ASU BIOS is an equal-opportunity employer with a drug-free workplace and an excellent learning environment.

 

Marine Science Education Intern

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) is a U.S. non-for-profit marine research and educational organization based in Bermuda. For over 100 years BIOS has been committed to seeking and sharing fundamental knowledge of the oceans and complex environmental issues through exploration, hands-on programs, cutting-edge technology, and state-of-the-art research methods.

The Marine Science Education Intern plays an integral role in supporting the institutional goal of providing high quality on-site education support that facilitates connections with BIOS’s research programs and Bermuda’s natural environment. The intern will work closely with other BIOS-based teams including reservations and catering, small boats, development, accounts and facilities teams to support both local and international student experiences. The candidate will execute engaging programming for students through BIOS’s annual visiting and local education programs. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about working with student cohorts aged 10 to 25 years old, with experience demonstrating and engaging students with research. The candidate will confidently execute laboratory and field excursions for the various programs, including providing in-water support.

Due to the hands-on nature of the position, the coordinator must be willing to live either on the BIOS campus or in the east end of the island. This position requires night and weekend work as per requirements within individual course schedules and preparation thereof.

The intern will report directly to the Director of Education and Community Engagement, Science Education Officer and Science Education Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities will include:

  • Support instructors while on the BIOS campus for their courses.
  • Support changes to booking calendar for educational guides and lectures.
  • Communicate with support departments on weather-related shifts in programming.
  • Liaise daily with group leaders on schedule execution and assess changing needs.
  • Provide inventory support for educational supplies
  • Provide additional on-site contact for all non-emergency related incidences.
  • Assess all needs for accident reporting to BIOS’s Health and Safety committee.
  • Deliver core educational tours, labs and field guide support for local and international students.
  • Provie in-water support for educational activities.
  • Engage with local community organizations, agencies and services to build positive links and work to expand external opportunities available, build a portfolio of services, schemes, contacts and agencies to meet the needs of our learners.
  • Proactively engage with students being visible around campus, encouraging them to ask questions.
  • Proven ability to confidently work on small boats, have demonstrable in-water competency and the ability to work across varying weather conditions.

The successful candidate should have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in science or science education
  • University Level teaching experience
  • 1+ years of prior experience leading educational groups
  • 1+ years of prior experience leading outdoor education
  • Swimming and snorkel competency
  • First Aid and CPR certified
  • Ability to communicate scientific research and educate all age groups (from age 6 to 100)

Interested candidates should email applications, with cover letter, detailed resume and three references to bios.hr@bios.asu.edu (please reference the job title in the subject line of email).

Closing date: June 28, 2024

BIOS is an equal-opportunity employer with a drug-free workplace and an excellent learning environment.

 

Faculty (Open Rank) Oceanographic/Atmospheric Studies

Arizona State University: Office of the University Provost Tempe: College of Global Futures: School of Ocean Futures

Description
The School of Ocean Futures andthe Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (ASU BIOS) in the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory (GFL) at Arizona State University invite applications for a full-time, academic year (August – May), faculty appointment in ocean sciences in the field of autonomous robotic oceanographic observations. The position includes overseeing and expanding the existing glider fleet. This is an open rank position, and the appointment can be made at the junior (tenure track) or senior (tenured) rank depending on the experience of the candidate.  The anticipated start date for this position is August 2024.

ASU BIOS is planning a strategic expansion of its autonomous vehicle research activities and will look to the successful candidate to help chart and guide the program’s development.  The successful candidate will develop an innovative, extramurally funded, research program that makes use of autonomous systems for a wide variety of oceanographic observations. The candidate will also contribute to the undergraduate and graduate curricula through teaching and mentoring, and have a commitment to engagement, outreach and leadership.

Scientific activities at ASU BIOS are wide-ranging, collaborative and include oceanographic and atmospheric time-series studies and a broad range of coral reef research. Major long-term initiatives include: (1) Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study (BATS); (2) Hydrostation S program; (3) BIOS-SCOPE; and, (4) the M/V Oleander project. The institution supports the operations of the RV Atlantic Explorer, a UNOLS research vessel making 20 short cruises to the time series stations each year. ASU BIOS also operates autonomous underwater gliders equipped with sensor systems for physical and biogeochemical oceanographic research, the Mid-Atlantic Glider Initiative and Collaboration (MAGIC).

The successful candidate will take advantage of the opportunities and facilities offered at ASU BIOS, with emphasis on expansion and integration of the existing glider program into their research and will assume a tenure-track faculty position at a rank based on experience in the new School of Ocean Futures at ASU. ASU BIOS and the School of Ocean Futures are central entities within the Global Futures Laboratory for innovative activities related to discovery, learning, solutions, and engagement related to the ocean. ASU BIOS and SOF focus on exploring future states of the oceans and their impact on global society. In Tempe, AZ, the school resides in a new, state of the art high performance research facility dedicated in April 2022, the Rob and Melani Walton Center for Planetary Health.

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences is located in St. George’s Parish at the east end of Bermuda.  The primary residence of the successful candidate can be in Tempe, AZ or Bermuda.

The Global Futures Laboratory is committed to inclusive excellence. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to and enhance this commitment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
Junior Rank

  • Doctorate in marine sciences or engineering
  • Demonstrated potential to establish an innovative externally-funded research program
  • Demonstrated strong research experience using gliders with a future commitment to integrating autonomous vehicle observations of ocean physics, chemistry and biology into novel, systems-based ocean science research projects
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching

Senior Rank

  • In addition to above, a senior candidate will demonstrate an established internationally recognized research program involving autonomous ocean observations and if applicable, an established multi-year record of teaching undergraduate and graduate students. They will have a service record commensurate with a senior tenured position.

Desired Qualifications:
Junior Rank

  • Direct experience of implementing glider and autonomous platform missions for ocean research
  • Experience working in a transdisciplinary environment, and research that complements the expertise of existing faculty and will expand our overall research and instructional capabilities
  • Demonstrated success meeting the needs of diverse student populations and/or reaching out to diverse communities

Senior Rank

  • In addition to the above, the senior candidate will demonstrate a record of sustained research accomplishments and project leadership in the field of autonomous ocean observations. The senior candidate will also have held leadership functions and demonstrate sustained service to the oceanographic community and involvement in international programs.

Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin on January 16, 2024; if not filled, applications will be evaluated every two weeks until the search is closed. To apply, please submit electronically (1) A cover letter, including the names and e-mail addresses of three references; (2) a curriculum vitae with a list of publications and extramural funding; (3) a succinct (2-5 pages) outline of future research vision using autonomous systems in the marine environment;  (4) a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests. Inquiries and nominations should be directed to Susanne Neuer (susanne.neuer@asu.edu,) Director of School of Ocean Futures, and/or William Curry (wcurry3@bios.asu.edu), President and CEO of ASU BIOS.

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