The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution invites exceptional candidates to apply for the executive position of Deputy Director and Vice President for Research. This position reports directly to the President and Director and is a member of both Senior Administration and Staff Council. You will lead the five (5) research departments (Biology, Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry, Marine Geology and Geophysics, Applied Ocean Physics and Engineering, and Physical Oceanography; www.whoi.edu/main/departments-centers-labs) and the Marine Policy Center in maintaining the scientific integrity and enhancing the research and engineering excellence of the Institution. More broadly, you will lead the Institution on many strategic fronts while fostering the entrepreneurial activities of its scientific and technical staff.

You will develop long-range strategies focused on balancing a sound budget process with the development of new research opportunities. Inherent in your success will be a deep understanding and appreciation of the scientific, engineering, and technical capabilities and potential of the staff that will propel their work into new areas. You will promote change and innovative thinking to improve decision-making and administrative processes, balancing continuity with new approaches.

You will be a leader known as someone who is fair with a forward-thinking style grounded in an ability to listen to and share ideas, develop capabilities, and mentor others. You will enable and enhance the entrepreneurial potential of staff through strategic allocation of internal resources.

You will ensure that the work climate and culture of the Institution is inclusive, fair, and considerate. You will strive to increase diversity of staff through effective recruitment within the framework of the Institution.

You will build effective relationships throughout the Institution and within the community at large, seeking to understand diverse perspectives so as to effectively mediate conflict by leveraging common purpose. You will build strong relationships with funding agencies and other funding sources, and advocate for the Institution at all levels. You will develop and promote partnerships with researchers in the broader Woods Hole scientific community, as well as with other national and international organizations.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree with significant marine-related research accomplishments, familiarity with field and sea-going research, proven skills in leadership, research administration, management, and communications, and experience working with federal agencies.

WHOI is the largest private, non-profit oceanographic institution in the world, with staff and students numbering approximately 1,000. Its mission is to advance our understanding of the ocean and its interaction with the Earth system, and to communicate this understanding for the benefit of society. Technical support is exceptional, and access to the sea is facilitated. The Institution is located in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, a world-renowned center of excellence in marine, biomedical, environmental, and biological sciences. An additional 500 affiliates are associated with the scientific endeavors of the Institution, including many from the international community.

WHOI supports a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we encourage females, minorities, veterans and those with disabilities to apply. WHOI offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical and dental plans, child care subsidy, and employer contribution retirement plan, vacation time, flexible scheduling, and family illness days. WHOI also provide Dual Career services for which we are committed to providing assistance to your spouse or partner should they be impacted by your career decision. We have a dedicated team who will work with applicants to identify and explore available options within WHOI or the community.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please visit http://jobs.whoi.edu and respond to Job Reference 18-10-18. Applications should include, as a single pdf document: a cover letter, CV, 3-page professional statement that clearly describes your accomplishments, reasons you feel you are the best candidate for this position, names and contact information for four references, and copies of three relevant publications.

Review of applications will begin on December 3, 2018.

WHOI is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). We are sensitive to the issues of dual career candidates and we will work with applicants to address them. Please visit HERC - for more information.

WHOI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at (508) 289-2253 or email eeo@whoi.edu for assistance.