Decision Support Tools Research Coordinator

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　　How to Apply

　　A one-page cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

　　Summary

　　The Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) is seeking a candidate to join a research team working on aquatic ecology and harmful algal blooms (HABs) in the Great Lakes. You will work with the project lead and the CIGLR Project Manager for Ecosystem Dynamics. You will coordinate documentation and reporting for CIGLR's Decision Support Tools projects (2-3) and communicate across project personnel at the University and our partners. These projects address monitoring, modeling, and other research related to harmful algal blooms in the Great Lakes.

　　Your appointment will be with CIGLR, which is part of the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. CIGLR is a collaboration between the University of Michigan and NOAA that brings together experts from academia and government research labs to press problems facing the Great Lakes region. You will spend the majority of their time at NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab (GLERL) in Ann Arbor and will collaborate with colleagues at CIGLR, GLERL, SEAS and other Great Lakes partners.

　　Term Appointment: This is a one-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal.

　　Mission Statement

　　The School for Environment and Sustainability (https://seas.umich.edu/) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. The University of Michigan is a top-ranked public university with excellence in research and teaching. Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, is a town known for arts, culture, parks and restaurants.

　　SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.

　　Why Work at Michigan?

　　In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

　　Generous time off

　　A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

　　Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

　　Life insurance

　　Long-term disability coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

　　Responsibilities*

　　Track progress toward Decision Support Tools project

　　Working with laboratory research staff to compile data and perform quality assurance tasks under direction of principal investigators

　　Prepare Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs)

　　Compile, edit, and format project reports and data summaries

　　Coordinate and attend meetings among CIGLR, NOAA, and other agencies regarding project coordination and planning)

　　Required Qualifications*

　　Bachelor's Degree in ecology or environmental science from an accredited university

　　1 year of professional experience working in research project planning

　　Demonstrated experience organizing meetings and writing reports

　　This position is open only to US Citizens or permanent residents due to federal security clearance required for access to NOAA GLERL facilities and resources.

　　Additional Information

　　Salary will be determined based on experience. Flexible work agreements may be made to support partial off-site work at a remote location.

　　Application Deadline

　　Job openings are posted for at least seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

　　Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

　　U-M EEO/AA Statement

　　The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

　　Job Detail

　　Job Opening ID

　　244205

　　Working Title

　　Decision Support Tools Research Coordinator

　　Job Title

　　Research Lab Specialist Assoc

　　Work Location

　　Ann Arbor Campus

　　Ann Arbor, MI

　　Full/Part Time

　　Full-Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt

　　Organizational Group

　　School Nat Res Envir

　　Department

　　SEAS CIGLR

　　Posting Begin/End Date

　　1/22/2024 - 1/29/2024

　　Salary

　　$47,000.00 - $55,000.00

　　Career Interest

　　Research

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