PFLEGER INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH (PIER)


An excellent career opportunity is available with a new research 
institute for a motivated individual.  Over the next 2 years PIER
will be constructing a large permanent facility in Oceanside, 
California. PIER will consist of a new marine hatchery, laborator-
ies, offices, and an adjacent public aquarium.  The aquarium and 
educational programs will be used to highlight work conducted by 
scientists of the institute.  

An individual is needed to assist in ongoing research projects 
studying: (1) the biology and culture of giant seabass (Stereo-
lepis gigas); (2) the biology and culture of market squid (Loligo 
opalescens); and (3) sound production in marine fishes.  Over the 
next 2 years this work will be conducted at a temporary laboratory,
 also located in Oceanside.  The successful applicant will be 
expected to perform menial technician level duties over the next 
2 years, but rapid advancement is possible for individuals with 
exceptional work ethics and specialized skills in one of the fol-
lowing: development and implementation of marine educational 
programs; development and maintenance of public displays; marine 
fish culture (including culture of algae and rotifers); squid 
biology and/or culture; hydroacoustics; aquarium curatorial; dive 
instructor.  The ability to work well with others is essential; 
SCUBA certification and research dive experience desired.  Post-
docs who are willing to take a step backwards in order to get 
ahead may be considered (the next 2 years could be used to develop
proposals and line up funding for position as senior scientist in 
your field).

To apply send a resume, 3 letters of recommendation and a letter 
stating how you could augment the temporary and permanent facil-
ities.  Salary commensurate with experience.

Send applications by July 18th to:

Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research
1612 Wilt Road
Fallbrook, CA 92028

Dr. Michael L. Domeier
President/Executive Director