[SEMCO] Job Opening: Marine Extension Associate in Aquaculture at Maine Sea Grant

[Jeffrey Brodeur]

Job Announcement

Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate ­ Aquaculture)

The Sea Grant Program at the University of Maine seeks an experienced,
innovative professional with excellent communication skills for the position
of Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate ­ Aquaculture). This
is a full-time, 12-month appointment, with annual renewal contingent on
continued funding from the NOAA National Sea Grant Office and job
performance. The Marine Extension Associate will be a member of the Maine
Sea Grant Marine Extension Team (MET). In cooperation with the MET, and with
the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Aquaculture Research
Institute, and other agencies and organizations, the Marine Extension
Associate will plan, develop, implement, and evaluate outreach programs and
demonstration projects. This person will conduct related advisory activities
in the interests of sustainable use and development of the region¹s marine
and coastal resources, with particular emphasis on multi-trophic marine
aquaculture, and the culture of marine macroalgae.
Qualifications: B.S. in marine aquaculture or related field required.
Advanced degree or five years of applied research, outreach or community
development experience in these fields is preferred.  Significant experience
in community development, applied aquaculture science, or policy work is
preferred, as well as experience as an outreach educator in these or related
areas.  Computer proficiency and strong skills in written and oral
communication are required, as are group and community facilitation skills
and the ability to give informal presentations to groups.  The ability to
travel extensively, normally requiring a valid Maine State driver¹s license
is required.
Salary Range: $36,000 - $40,000, commensurate with qualifications and
experience.
To download the complete job description, please CLICK HERE
<http://www.seagrant.umaine.edu/files/Beth%20Bisson/AQ%20Ext%20Assoc%20Annou
ncement%20and%20Description_MSG_2011.pdf> .
Submit a letter of interest, resume, official academic transcripts
(undergraduate and graduate, if applicable), and names and addresses of
three references to:
Marine Extension Associate Search Committee
Attn: Kathy Villarreal
Maine Sea Grant College Program
5784 York Complex, Building 6
University of Maine
Orono, Maine 04469-5784
kvillarreal at maine.edu <mailto:kvillarreal at maine.edu>
Please send application materials electronically if possible.
Application review begins 3/14/2011
The University of Maine is an EO/AA Employer


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