Director of Coastal Resilience

The Prince William Sound Science Center (PWSSC) seeks an innovative, collaborative scientist to launch and lead a new Coastal Resilience Program. Based in Cordova, Alaska, this program will develop applied science and technology solutions that strengthen coastal communities and ecosystems in the northern Gulf of Alaska, with relevance across Alaska and beyond. The Director of Coastal Resilience will: •Lead applied research and demonstration projects in areas such as fisheries, renewable energy, ecosystem management, economic diversification, and community resilience. •Develop partnerships with Tribes, industry, agencies, and academia. •Secure funding from private, philanthropic, and government sources to grow the program. •Build a cohesive, interdisciplinary team that delivers real-world impact for coastal communities. Qualifications: •Advanced degree (MS, PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. •Demonstrated leadership experience and fundraising success. •Strong communication skills across science, community, and policy sectors. •Expertise in one or more relevant fields (e.g., marine biology, oceanography, fisheries science, carbon & nutrient cycling, coastal engineering, renewable energy, economics, or community resilience). Compensation & Support: •Salary: $90,000–$110,000 DOE, full-time, exempt •Benefits: medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan with match, PTO, and more •Startup support: 100% salary/benefits in year 1, tapering in years 2–3, with expectation of external funding thereafter Live and work in Cordova, Alaska, a small, vibrant fishing community surrounded by the natural beauty of Prince William Sound and the Copper River Delta. Full position announcement and how to apply: pwssc.org/about/pwssc-jobs Review of applications begins 10/13/25; open until filled.

Please submit the following to president[at]pwssc.org with the subject: Director of Coastal Resilience: [Your First and Last Name]: • A cover letter describing your qualifications and what you propose to accomplish in the first two years of the position (not to exceed three pages) • Resume or CV • Three professional references who may be contacted regarding this position