Tropical Marine Conservation Biology Post-doc

Location: Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles

The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation program in Bonaire is a study
abroad program for undergraduate students. The Conservation Biology Teaching Postdoc
at the CIEE Research Station Bonaire will teach Tropical Marine Conservation
Biology and co-teach Independent Research in Marine Ecology/Biology. Duties will
include participating in CIEE’s long-term monitoring project including field research,
analyzing data, report writing and proposal writing. In addition, the post-doc will
support the program by assisting with day to day operations of the field station. This
position is full-time and will occasionally require you to accompany students on field
trips during evenings and weekends as part of the program. The post-doc must be
prepared to live and work at the field research station.

The minimum qualifications for this role are: a PhD in Biology with an emphasis in
marine ecology or biology; scientific diving experience and a comprehensive dive
physical (AAUS); broad field experience in marine ecology and excellent analytical
skills; demonstrated ability to work as a team member; a commitment to education and
research in marine ecology and conservation; an eagerness to work closely with students;
an appreciation for field-based education; current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN
Oxygen Rescue; DAN dive insurance; a driver’s license and the ability to drive a
standard.

Compensation: a stipend, round trip airfare (up to $1,000) and lodging (private room with
bath) will be provided to the successful applicant. There are no nationality requirements.
To apply: Send a cover letter and a CV with 3 references to rpeachey@ciee.org. In
addition, a letter of recommendation from one of the references is required. The letter
should be emailed directly to rpeachey@ciee.org from the letter writer.