Director – Gulf Coast Research Laboratory The University of Southern Mississippi

The Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) and the College of Science and Technology at the University of Southern Mississippi invite applications for the position of Director of GCRL (http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/). We seek an accomplished administrator and internationally recognized scholar with demonstrated leadership experience in marine and coastal sciences and a strong record of external funding. The Director will provide leadership and vision to enhance GCRL’s high quality research and educational activities and will foster relationships with local, state, and federal agencies as well as with private organizations. GCRL is a multidisciplinary unit, involved in a variety of academic, research, and outreach activities. GCRL comprises the Department of Coastal Sciences, the Center for Fisheries Research and Development (CFRD), the Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center (CMAC) and the Marine Education Center (MEC), which administers the Summer Field Program (SFP). The annual budget is ~$15M, derived primarily from external funding. The Department of Coastal Sciences has 16 full time tenure stream faculty and ~50 graduate students; it offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. CFRD conducts research on assessment, management, and development of Mississippi and Gulf of Mexico marine fisheries. CMAC is renowned for closed system culture of recreationally and commercially important marine species. MEC delivers formal and informal education and outreach programs for all age groups. SFP offers courses in marine and coastal sciences to ~100 undergraduate and graduate students from 61 affiliated colleges across the nation. Desirable qualities of the successful candidate include prior administrative experience, leadership skills, ability to organize multidisciplinary projects, and experience with graduate and undergraduate programs. An earned doctorate in an appropriate discipline is required and candidates must have credentials that would merit appointment as a full professor. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least 3 references. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.usm.edu. Review of applications begins December 1, 2011 and continues until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2012. For inquiries about the position, contact Dr. Patricia Biesiot, Associate Dean, College of Science and Technology: patricia.biesiot@usm.edu or 601-266-4883. AA/EOE/ADAI Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university fulfilling its mission of being a leading university in engaging and empowering individuals to transform lives and communities. The University of Southern Mississippi, which enrolls nearly 16,000 students each year, is the only dual-campus university in Mississippi with campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach. Six additional research sites are located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and in Meridian. Learn more at www.usm.edu.