We have re-opened our Sediment Post Doc Position Call. If interested, please apply through: https://mote.org/about/employment-opportunities/

Mote Marine Laboratory intends to grant a Postdoctoral Research position in Marine Sediment Science focused on the influence of terrestrial nitrogen in submarine groundwater seeps on water chemistry and severe blooms of the dinoflagellate Karenia brevis (Florida Red Tide).  An applicant’s research should consider groundwater seepage where limestone aquifer strata intersect the southwest Florida shelf, either diffuse or via karst features, and how this may contribute to the marine nitrogen cycle, especially in regard to the role of dissimilatory nitrate reduction to ammonium in benthic sediment. This research will build on the previous findings of Mote scientists. The incumbent will be expected to develop collaborations with other internal and external scientists. This position will benefit from experience in enzyme-mediated nitrogen chemistry, ability to work with large datasets, and a strong background in experimental design and statistical analysis. Experience with GC-MS and HPLC is desirable but not mandatory. Field sediment and water collections, and laboratory and in situ experiments will be required. Training in scuba diving is desirable but not mandatory. The incumbent will be mentored by the manager of the Chemical Ecology and Ocean Acidification Programs, Dr Emily Hall, and will receive additional mentoring from both internal and external scientists.

Location: Sarasota, FL 

Full Time

We will continue to receive and review applications until the position is filled.

Mote Background: Mote is celebrating nearly 70 years as one of the remaining independent, non-profit international marine research laboratories. The Mote research enterprise has over 37 diverse research units, an array of STEM education/outreach programs, and an aquarium featuring working laboratories with more than 100 marine species.  Mote currently has more than 40 PhD-level scientists, nearly 300 staff and approximately 1300 volunteers located on its main campus in Sarasota and across eight additional campuses/facilities, including a state-of-the-art 200-acre marine and freshwater aquaculture research park, a 19,000 square foot International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration in the Florida Keys and work on a new 110,000 square foot Mote Science Education Aquarium is nearing completion.

Application:  Recent PhD graduates are invited to apply.  Applicants with a firm expectation of graduation by December 31, 2025, will be considered. This full-time position includes an expected initial annual salary of approximately $60,000, health insurance with family options, and benefits including an opt-in retirement plan with employer matching, leave for holidays, illness, and vacation, and other benefits. The position will be for a period of three years assuming appropriate annual progress. Exemplary performers may be invited to join Mote as a Staff Scientist upon completion of their initial three-year appointment.

Mote envisions significant growth of a Marine Sediment Science Program as part of the evolution of its current Sarasota campus into an International Marine Science, Technology and Innovation Park, continued expansion of the Mote Aquaculture Research Park that includes a new Florida Seagrass Restoration Technology Development Initiative and new US Harmful Algal Bloom Control Technology Incubator, and stand-up of satellite campuses/facilities along the Florida coral reef.  The position also affords the opportunity for hosting visiting scientists, interactions with scientists from multiple disciplines at Mote, and oversight of student interns and volunteers. Postdoctoral Researchers are selected based on their ability to not only strengthen and diversify the Laboratory’s significant existing research expertise, but also the potential to establish their own innovative research initiatives that address Mote’s Beyond 2020 Vision & Strategic Plan.

Applicants should submit the following:

• Cover letter addressed to Dr. Emily Hall, of interest including present employment status.
• Academic transcript of doctoral studies
• Copy of PhD if achieved or expected graduation date.
• Curriculum vitae
• Two-page essay, excluding references and exhibits, describing intended research and mentors.
• Three representative journal publications, in press or published.
• Names and contact information for three references.

To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2025 Postdoctoral Fellow – Marine Sediment Science”  at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.