National Sea Grant Aquaculture Liaison
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of National Sea Grant Aquaculture Liaison.
Location
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
703 East Beach Drive
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States
Employment Status
Part Time
Posting Close Date
November 14, 2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
This part-time, grant-funded position serves as a strategic liaison between the National Sea Grant Office (NSGO), the Sea Grant Association (SGA), and the broader U.S. aquaculture community. The role is designed to enhance communication, collaboration, and alignment between Sea Grant programs and aquaculture stakeholders. The position requires an average commitment of 12–15 hours per week and includes occasional travel to national aquaculture meetings and events.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Actively contribute as a member of NSGO’s aquaculture team, supporting national priorities and initiatives.
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Strengthen relationships and communication pathways between the Sea Grant Association and key partners within the aquaculture sector.
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Facilitate the development and implementation of workforce development initiatives for both Sea Grant staff and the aquaculture industry.
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Collect and analyze stakeholder feedback to guide and improve the liaison role’s relevance and impact.
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Promote, track, and report on progress related to the Sea Grant 10-Year Aquaculture Roadmap.
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Perform other related duties as assigned to support program goals and evolving needs.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in adult education, fisheries, aquaculture, animal sciences or a related field and 20 years of experience working with the aquaculture community.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Demonstrates effective time management and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
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Exhibits strong foresight in identifying potential challenges and proactively addressing emerging needs.
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Delivers clear, accurate and timely communication—both verbal and written—and consistently provides constructive, actionable feedback.
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Displays resourcefulness and a proactive mindset in creating positive, solution-focused experiences for others.
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Effectively sets clear, measurable goals and objectives aligned with organizational priorities.
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Actively seeks and embraces opportunities for professional growth and encourages continuous development within the team.
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Skill in managing one’s own time.
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Ability to anticipate needs.
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Demonstrates the ability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner and provide quality feedback.
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Resourceful and determined to provide a positive experience for others.
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Ability to establish goals and objectives.
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Takes initiative to seek opportunities for development for both self and the team.
Preferred Qualifications
30 years of experience working with the aquaculture community.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
