Date

Deadline Extended
Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences Program Director
National Science Foundation
Arlington, Virginia, USA

Application Deadline Extended To: Monday, 9 July 2007

For further information and to apply, please go to:
http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=e20070082a


The Division of Antarctic Sciences in the Office of Polar Programs at
the National Science Foundation seeks an outstanding scientist for the
position of Program Director, Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences
Program. The Program Director will lead, develop, and manage a
world-class, proposal-driven research program across the broad range of
sub-fields of Antarctic ocean, atmospheric, and climate sciences. The
incumbent will be responsible for proposal evaluation, project
development and support, program planning, and related administrative
duties.

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent experience in ocean,
atmospheric, or climate sciences, preferably with knowledge of Antarctic
or polar sciences. In addition, six years of successful research or
related experiences beyond the PhD are required. Deployment to the
Antarctic is required. Consequently, applicants must be able to pass a
comprehensive medical and dental examination to qualify for travel to
the Antarctic.

For a full position description, qualifications, and application
details, please go to:
http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=e20070082a

Applicants may also obtain a copy of the full announcement by contacting
Myra Loyd at 703-292-4363. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD
703-292-8044.

Applications must be received by Monday, 9 July 2007. (This vacancy has
been amended to extend the closing date from 20 June 2007.) NSF is an
equal opportunity employer committed to employing a highly qualified
staff reflecting the diversity of our nation.