Senior Research Scientist

21 hours ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States New England Aquarium Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly accomplished research scientist to lead our EcoMap program at the New England Aquarium. As Chair of the program, you will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team of staff and colleagues, including research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, research technicians, graduate students, and interns/volunteers.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop and implement the scientific and strategic direction of the EcoMap program, aligning it with broader organizational strategies, priorities, and targeted outcomes.
  2. Conduct primary scientific research related to your areas of expertise, with a focus on climate change and ocean use.
  3. Identify conservation issues and research opportunities where innovative monitoring and analysis approaches can enhance the effectiveness and impact of our conservation science projects and initiatives.
  4. Serve as a leader and key spokesperson internally and externally for the program's research and as an ambassador for the whole organization.
  5. Contribute to fundraising efforts for staff salaries, research projects, and the organization.
  6. Recruit, supervise, mentor, and advise staff, including existing staff with expertise in quantitative marine mammal ecology and aerial surveys.
  7. Supervise financial and reporting/funding requirements for contracts and grants.
Requirements
  • PhD. or equivalent experience required. Post-doctoral training or additional advanced degrees are also desirable.
  • Highly accomplished scientific researcher with a marine conservation orientation and a recognized authority in their field.
  • 10+ years of relevant research experience (can include Ph.D. research), with at least five years leading a lab or program.
  • Strong record of scholarship in field(s) of expertise.
  • Demonstrated external thought leadership in field of study, including presenting research at scientific conferences and serving as an invited expert on regional, national, and international working groups.
About Us

The New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. We foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.



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