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Re-Advertisement This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants are still under consideration. Position Vacancy Announcement Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Postdoctoral Associate vacancy. Responsibilities The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystem-II (CCME-II), led by Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) in partnership with Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU), California State University- Monterey Bay (CSUMB), Jackson State University (JSU), Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), and the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Center; The postdoctoral fellow will conduct research and participate in the training of CCME-II graduate and undergraduate scholars in the CCME-II thematic areas aligned with NOAA priorities and NOAA Science and Technology Areas of Focus; NOAA-CCME-II’s primary mission is to educate a new generation of scientists in NOAA-aligned disciplines, particularly from communities traditionally underrepresented in these fields; Integral to this mission is collaborative research addressing NOAA priorities, particularly those of the National Ocean Service and the Oceanic and Atmospheric Research NOAA line offices; The NOAA EPP/MSI CSC postdoctoral fellowship is intended to enhance the research training of promising postdoctoral candidates who have the potential to become productive, independent investigators in the scientific research fields relevant to the NOAA mission, particularly coastal and marine ecosystems; This fellowship is initially a 12-month appointment with the potential for extension up to 24 months; The successful candidate will be based at the CCME-II lead institution, FAMU, and will also spend a 6-12-months conducting research in person at a NOAA facility in collaboration with a NOAA mentor; Coordinates research activities in collaboration with CCME-II faculty and NOAA scientists; Assists CCME-II faculty with laboratory and field-based student research and training activities; Conducts research at a NOAA facility for a 6–12-month period during the fellowship; Develops an independent research project in marine/coastal/estuarine ecology or biogeochemistry; Presents at professional, scientific meetings and publishes in peer-reviewed journals; Facilitates research experiences for CCME-II undergraduate and graduate students; Performs other related duties as assigned by the CCME-II Center Director. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Marine Science, Oceanography, Environmental Science, or related field with experience in coastal, marine, and estuarine ecology and/or biochemistry. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following: Strong quantitative and analytical skills. Research experience in a relevant field, demonstrated productivity, and evidence for independent research. Experience in laboratory, bioinformatics, and/or fisheries trophic ecology research methods. Experience in collecting data and working with large databases. Pay Plan This is a Faculty position. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation. How To Apply Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. Reasonable Accommodation If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS . Equal Opportunity/Access Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, Veterans’, and individuals with disabilities. The university supports the Florida Board of Governor’s “Statement of Free Expression”; activities protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Article 1 of the State Constitution. Expressive activities protected do not include defamatory or commercial speech.” Time Limited Position This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant. Other Information Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, FAMU is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela. The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates. These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please contact the Office of Research Integrity at .