Job Summary
Job Description
With little supervision, works creatively and independently to establish objectives, meet deadlines, and complete difficult assignments by demonstrating full competency in one or more areas of scientific investigation; assists substantively in planning technical aspects of experiments as well as identifying and developing techniques and instrumentation for scientific investigation in the laboratory and/or the field.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Designs and analyzes field and laboratory experiments to achieve stated goals.
Exercises independent judgment and creativity in making adaptations or modifications to standard research and laboratory methods.
Assists in the preparation of scholarly papers and research proposals and demonstrates skill in communicating the results of scientific endeavors.
May prepare and produce independent writings of scientific endeavors.
May supervise other technical staff personnel within the laboratory.
Creativity in selecting and evaluating approaches to problems.
They should develop the ability to apply an analytical approach to solutions and to assimilate the details and significance of various analyses, procedures, and tests prior to being considered for promotion.
Work environment
Laboratory and field settings
Education and Experience
Ph.D. in a related field, or Master's in a related field with several years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's in a related field with more than five years of experience.
In the absence of a formal degree, considerable equivalent work experience is required.
Successful candidates will have demonstrated the technical skill, motivation, independence, and creativity necessary to complete difficult tasks.
Additional Job Requirements
WHOI accepts applications on a rolling basis - applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure full consideration. While we will continue to review applications until the position is filled, and early applicants may have an advantage in the selection process.
EEO Statement
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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