The National Fish Health Laboratory, U.S. Geological Survey -
     Biological Resources Division, Leetown Science Center in
     Kearneysville, WV seeks a laboratory director. The incumbent is
     responsible for the implementation, coordination, management and
     administrative supervision of the laboratory's research; provides
     scientific leadership and maintains liaison with potential
     cooperators/clients/collaborators within USGS and other federal and
     nonfederal agencies and entities interested in aquatic animal health;
     establishes performance standards for principle investigators;
     establishes priorities; reviews progress; approves budgets; monitors
     expenditures and attends appropriate meetings, workshops and
     conferences as necessary to disseminate research and development
     results and identify new research and funding opportunities. Current
     research includes both infectious (viral, bacterial and parasitic) and
     noninfectious disease studies, immunological and histologic studies,
     effects of contaminants on fish health and genetics of aquatic
     organisms. For information about the position contact Vicki Blazer at
     (304) 725 8461 X350 or [log in to unmask] For application
     information refer to announcement H-97-202 or contact the Personnel
     Office at (703) 648-6131. Address: U.S. Geological Survey, Recruitment
     and Placement Branch, Room 1A315, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, MS-601,
     Reston, Virginia 20192.
     The position opened 5/29/97


     NOTE:  Please direct inquiries to Dr. Blazer, not to the list.