Position Number:

F0147V

RAISE Postdoctoral Fellowship

The mission of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and William & Mary's Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences is to seek and broadly communicate knowledge in marine and coastal science to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through research, education, and advisory service.


VIMS' strategic sections are committed to the development of resilient systems through a focus on three grand challenges, ensuring science for stewardship of:


1.Ecosystem Health: connecting physical, chemical, biological, and socioeconomic systems to address environmental and community vulnerabilities.
2.Natural Resources: providing translational science for sustainable management of coastal socio-ecological systems, especially fisheries and aquaculture.
3.Coastal and Ocean Processes: connecting global trends and local drivers to understand and address environmental change.

The
Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS), and
William & Mary's

Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences (Batten School) is seeking applicants for our Research, Academic Inclusion, and Scientific Engagement (RAISE) Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program. The overarching goal of this program is to create and train the next generation of leading academic faculty. RAISE postdoctoral fellows will receive training in the research, teaching, and governance competencies needed to succeed in tenure-track academic faculty positions. Emphasis is placed on capacity building in academia, with recognition that successfully tackling current marine science challenges requires inclusion of scientists with a diversity of voices, perspectives, and experiences; therefore, we strongly encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in the field of marine science and in higher education. Appointed fellows will be mentored by a faculty member at VIMS/Batten School and together they will work in an area of mutual interest. Current research interests of VIMS/Batten School faculty span a broad range of topics in marine science, which can be explored via the
VIMS/Batten School Faculty Directory. In addition to research, fellows will be expected to engage in professional development activities as part of the program.


Applicants are required to have a PhD with no more than 4 years since conferral of their degree. A degree in marine science is not required, as we are interested in recruiting individuals outside the field that have research interests and experience that are transferable to marine science. Applicants must have independent research experience, with a high level of scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, leadership, and governance, as well as grant management experience, is preferred but not required. Appointed fellows will be employees of William & Mary and fellowships are expected to span 2 years, with an annual starting salary of $70,000. The RAISE Fellowship is eligible for employee benefits and leave as outlined in William & Mary's
Faculty & Professional plans.


Start date is negotiable, but, ideally, fellows will begin in Summer or Fall of 2025.

Required Education:

• Ph.D. at the time of appointment, with no more than 4 years since conferral of degree.

• Demonstrated commitment to producing high-level scholarship.


• Research interests and experience that align with research areas studied by faculty at VIMS/Batten School or are transferable to those areas.


• Effective interpersonal communication skills (written and oral).


• Demonstrated experience working as part of a team.


• Demonstrated experience working independently.


• Lived experience and/or service that informs worldviews and/or perspectives that contribute to inclusion and diversity in the field of marine science and higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of external funding to support research, and associated grant management activities.


• Experience providing or assisting with course instruction.


• Experience mentoring student research or conducting collaborative research with students.

This is a restricted specified term appointment that is contingent upon funding availability.
Fellowship is expected to last two years.

111100 Office of the Dean and Director

VIMS - Gloucester

11/01/2024

12/02/2024

Yes

Faculty

Please include the following:

• Statement of Research, including proposed
  Batten School/VIMS Faculty Member and research alignment.


• Statement on
  Principles of Inclusive Excellence, including applicant's experience and interests in creating opportunities for those underrepresented in their field.

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none