Position Announcement
Technology Coordinator
Prince William Sound
Oil Spill Recovery Institute (OSRI)
Position open until filled
The OSRI announces a position opening for Technology Coordinator.
Summary Description:
The Oil Spill Recovery Institute (OSRI) was established
through Congressional legislation as a research entity focused on prevention
and response to oil pollution issues in the Arctic and Subarctic. Policies
and program directions for the OSRI are determined by a 14-member Advisory
Board that includes a combination of public, fishing and oil and gas
industry, native and state and federal representatives.
The OSRI supports research and education projects in three program areas:
technology research and development, predictive ecology and environmental
monitoring, and education. The Technology Coordinator will work with OSRI's
Executive Director to implement annual plans for programs approved by the
OSRI Advisory Board.
Responsibilities:
- Develop requests for technology proposals or Broad Area Announcements based
on the OSRI Annual Work plan priorities, and coordinate the proposal review
process in conjunction with the OSRI Director and OSRI's Scientific and
Technical Committee.
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Work with the OSRI Executive Director to develop and maintain cooperative
agreements with other organizations for research and education programs, for
example the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council, Regional Citizens' Advisory
Council, and Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.
Coordinate the processing and contracting for successful technology
proposals. Monitor progress and final report deadlines for these contracts.
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Periodically present technical papers for OSRI at national and international
workshops on oil pollution related issues.
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Maintain files and a library on oil pollution issues focused on the Arctic
and Subarctic.
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Assist in planning future technology research programs and work plans.
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Prepare technical reports and journal articles on OSRI programs.
Qualifications:
Ph.D., Masters or Bachelor's degree in science or
engineering preferred. Experience in research and good writing skills
required. Good organization and communication skills including use of the
Internet required. Preference given to those with degrees or experience in
the chemical, mechanical or civil engineering sciences and/or oil pollution
related issues. Candidates having general knowledge of Alaska and oil
pollution issues in the Arctic and Subarctic will be given preference.
Salary:
Negotiable, dependent on experience.
Job location and starting date:
Offices of the Oil Spill Recovery Institute
are located at the Prince William Sound Science Center in Cordova, Alaska.
The Technology Coordinator will primarily work in Cordova, although travel
is required to consult with members of the Scientific and Technical
Committee and other experts on oil pollution research issues. Starting date:
As soon as possible.
To apply, send a cover letter and curriculum vitae or resume to
Gary Thomas, Ph.D., Executive Director,
Prince William Sound Oil Spill Recovery Institute,
P.O. Box 705,
Cordova, AK 99574.
Position is open until filled.
Review of applicants begins immediately.