Institutional Research Director jobs in Biloxi, MS

Job Summary
The Center for Fisheries Research and Development at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory campus of The University of Southern Mississippi invites qualified applicants to apply for a full-time Research Scientist position; developing, directing, and participating in research projects relating to field based fisheries science. The Research Scientist is expected to maintain an externally funded research program in fisheries.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Develops, plans, implements and manages field based fisheries science research studies in a safe manner.
2. Writes proposals, achieves funding, and maintains research efforts through competitive grantsmanship.
3. Evaluates, analyzes and interprets scientific data. Reports data results through technical reports, manuscript development, and professional or public presentations.
4. Supervises the training, tasking, timeliness, and quality of work of technicians, scientists and other research staff on research projects.
5. Provides technical/scientific expertise to the CFRD Director, co-project leads/principal investigators (internal or external), state/federal agencies, special interest groups, and the general public.
6. Works with CFRD’s financial coordinator and financial manager, USM’s ORA, and other University entities to ensure compliance and regulatory mechanisms are met.
7. Participates in outreach events and other activities as directed. Adheres to University policies, and procedures.
8. Performs other assigned duties.