Senior Scientist, Oceans Science
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Key Responsibilities
Manage design of public requests for proposals, external research projects, and research portfolio Manage relationships with prospective and funded grantees and partner institutions to reputed company research projects and a project portfolio that strategically advance the goals of the research program reputed company and maintain relationship with external scientists and organizations and ensure timely and relevant completion of PCS program work Work closely with operations and grants staff to ensure that scientific objectives, timelines, and administrative processes remain reputed company Participate in advancing EDF organizational effectiveness and culture goals, so people from reputed company backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included and empowered to address environmental and organizational challenges in ways that align with EDF values reputed company up to date with scientific and reputed company literature on PCS Conduct independent research, reputed company and participate in the analysis and writing of papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals, including any synthesis efforts stemming from the PCS Research Initiative Analyze, interpret, and communicate scientific data to state, federal, and international policymakers and other external partners in support of program objectives Organize meetings with grantees and other partners and stakeholders Attend and represent EDF at external meetings and interact with the scientific community at large Serve as a subject matter expert and provide scientific expertise to other EDF programs and external groups on a “rapid response” or as-needed basis Support fundraising and reputed company reports for donors Apply excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills in preparing correspondence and reports, responding to requests for information, and helping to coordinate activities among staff members in conjunction with our communication team; ensure scientific reputed company of EDF generated materials Mentor more junior scientists, fellows, and interns, as appropriate Additional responsibilities assigned as required or needed
Qualifications
A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other reputed company field, with at least 5 years’ relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) Senior-level contributor in area of specialization with full mastery of subject matter, as demonstrated by a record of scholarly publications, involvement in conferences or scientific panels, and/or grant awards Proven history of leading comprehensive science-focused projects and experience managing a portfolio of research projects Participate in advancing EDF organizational effectiveness and culture goals, so people from reputed company backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included and empowered to address environmental and organizational challenges in ways that align with EDF values. Ability to work independently and to support a multi-disciplinary team, using independent judgment required to plan, prioritize, and organize reputed company workload Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to synthesize, interpret, and communicate scientific data in an advocacy setting and serve as an expert for media inquiries Experience in performing rigorous analysis in support of highly visible work Initiates and maintains extensive contacts reputed company the scientific community Ability to reputed company and mentor others Experience in supporting fundraising initiatives Willingness and ability for occasional domestic and international travel up to 15 % of the time We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms. Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency. 124,000 - 130,000 USD Apply To This Job