JOB: Research Manager for Pacific Whale Foundation (Maui, USA)

The research department at Pacific Whale Foundation is recruiting for the newly created position of Research Manager, to report directly to our Chief Scientist, Jens Currie. 

Pacific Whale Foundation is a 501c(3) non-profit dedicated to protecting the ocean through science and advocacy and inspiring environmental stewardship. Our researchers have studied whales and dolphins throughout the Pacific for over 40 years and currently conduct projects in Hawaii, Australia, and Ecuador. The long-term goal of our research program is to identify and assess major threats to whales and dolphins around the world and develop science-based solutions to mitigate these problems.

The Research Manager is responsible for coordinating multiple research projects in support of the Foundation's strategic plan, providing administrative support to the research program, and acting as staff supervisor for the Hawaii research team. This position is based at the PWF headquarters in Maui, Hawai'i. 

The Research Manager is expected to manage research projects with different stakeholders that contain varied timelines and deliverables. A list of responsibilities and information about how to apply can be found on our website here. 

Applications will only be accepted through the above link; no phone calls or drop-ins please. Applicants must be citizens of the United States of America or have a current authorization to work in the USA. 

To read more about Pacific Whale Foundation's research, visit our website https://www.pacificwhale.org/research/

 
Closing Date: September 20, 2021.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification.  It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.  Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description at any time.  Pacific Whale Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer in support of efforts to increase diversity, inclusion, and the participation and advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Jens Currie

Chief Scientist - Domestic Research Program 

Pacific Whale Foundation  

300 Ma'alaea Rd., Suite 211  

Wailuku, HI 96793  

Cell: 808-990-5544

Fax: 808-856-8363  

Email:  jenscurrie@pacificwhale.org