Director

Target Audience(s): Faculty


Institution: Florida Institute of Oceanography

Institutional Web Link: http://www.fio.usf.edu

Position Description: Job ID 7388
Dept Number/Name: 0-4710-000 Florida Institute Of Oceanography

Salary Plan: Faculty

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Negotiable

Position Number: 00016119
Work Location: St. Petersburg, Florida
Originally formed in 1967, FIO (www.fio.usf.edu) is one of two statewide Academic Infrastructure Support Organization (AISO) established in 2009 by the Chancellor and Board of Governors (BOG) of the State University System (SUS). Hosted by the University of South Florida (USF) the FIO operates under a Memorandum of Understanding with 30 institutions and agencies engaged in marine research, education and resources management, including all 12 public universities.
On behalf of FIO, the host institution, University of South Florida (USF) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO). The ideal director will provide the vision to lead coastal oceanographic research in Florida to the forefront of the national and international stage. USF is especially interested in candidates who demonstrate strategic leadership that is visionary, innovative and entrepreneurial.
The mission of the FIO is to (1) provide a diverse and collaborative statewide forum addressing problems of concern in coastal oceanographic research and education; (2) leverage and integrate existing physical and intellectual resources within the SUS and throughout Florida; (3) anticipate and plan for future infrastructure needs; (4) facilitate, promote and support collaborative ocean-related research and education statewide; and (5) develop and strengthen networks that enable timely identification of oceanographic research opportunities and distribution of research results and other information to the general public, natural resource management agencies and local, state and national policymakers.
The FIO Director is informed by an Advisory Council and Executive Committee of the membership and reports to the BOG through the host institution’s Provost. The FIO serves its constituents with shared-used facilities including two oceanographic vessels, the R/V Weatherbird II (115ft) & the R/V Bellows (71ft) and operates the Keys Marine Laboratory in the Layton, Florida (www.keysmarinelab.org). In line with the service mission of the FIO, the Director will be expected to work to provide opportunities for the member institutions and their faculties, to maintain close contact with the member institutions through regular visits and to take advantage of opportunities to serve on state and federal commissions, committees and panels relevant to the FIO mission.
Minimum qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and seven years of professional experience; or Master's degree and five years of professional experience. Thorough understanding of ocean processes and experience with oral and written presentation in scientific meetings. Familiarity with coastal resource management concerns.
Preferred qualifications: A doctorate degree in a discipline related to oceanography and marine science and at least five years of administrative experience that includes facilities operations, program-building, and fundraising. The successful candidate will be a recognized leader, both nationally and internationally; will have demonstrated broad and diverse experience to recognize coming trends in oceanography; and will possess effective organizational and communications skills.
Information for Applicants
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure fullest consideration, complete applications should be submitted no later than July 15, 2015.
This is a 12-month full-time administrative appointment. A faculty appointment may be considered for an appointee with appropriate academic credentials and accomplishments.
USF/FIO values campus diversity and encourages members of historically underrepresented groups to apply.
To learn more about FIO visit, www.fio.usf.edu and about the Host Institution, USF visit www.usf.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity
USF/FIO is an EO/AA/EA Institution. For additional information regarding this position, search process, or disability accommodations, please contact Ms. Cam Ngo at camngo@usf.edu.


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Position Type: Permanent Position

Funding Source(s): Other


How to Apply: Vacancy announcement and instructions to apply can be found at www.usf.edu

Application Closing Date: Until position is filled.