Director, Coastal Research Center

Job no: 493947
Work type: Management
Location: Port Republic
Categories: Port Republic - Coastal Research Center (CRC)

Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)

Department: School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Salary Range: $125,000.00 - $138,580.00

Salary Information: NJ State employees are offered a full benefits package: medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, pension/retirement plan, supplemental retirement saving plan options, disability Insurance, and tax saving programs.

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Work Hours: Varies

Brief Job Overview/Summary

The Director of the Coastal Research Center (CRC) provides leadership for Stockton University's applied coastal research, securing funding and overseeing external projects, strategic partnerships, and CRC operations. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NAMS), the Director supports the University's academic mission through student engagement, collaboration with faculty, and contributions to teaching and research. The Director also serves as the CRC's primary representative to government agencies, clients, and other external partners, including the regional community and news organizations. This position is fully supported by sponsored research grants and contracts.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Solicit and negotiate contracts reflecting the scope of work and financial arrangements with prospective clients and governmental agencies.
• Lead scientific research and scientific field studies by securing grant funding and collaborations and serving as the principal investigator and project manager.
• Recruit, train and supervise employees, providing guidance and leadership to enable them to complete operations and research within the CRC.
• Represent the University at meetings and engage with clients and federal, state, and municipal officials, providing information and expertise to support informed, science-based decision-making surrounding issues affecting New Jersey coastal communities.
• Provide materials to NAMS academic programs in Marine Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Sustainability and Coastal Zone Management.
• In coordination with the University Grants Office, oversees projects throughout the development, operational, and final reporting phases.
• Review and validate the data collection methodology and the means used to process it into tangible materials for CRC clients.
• Develop and review reports published on behalf of the CRC.
• Review project financial documentation to ensure accuracy and minimize processing errors.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of New Jersey coastal systems, coastal resilience, environmental policy, and resource management
• Written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing scientific reports, technical documents, and presentations
• Experience developing and maintaining partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions, and external stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in marine science, coastal science, geology, environmental science, oceanography, engineering, hydrography, or a closely related field
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in applied research, coastal science, environmental consulting, or research administration
• Experience supervising professional staff and managing multidisciplinary research teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in marine science, coastal science, geology, environmental science, oceanography, engineering, or a closely related field
• Experience directing a research center, institute, consulting organization, or similar applied research enterprise
• Experience securing, managing, and administering externally funded research projects and contracts, including oversight of project budgets and financial resources

Screening Information:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by our Office of Human Resources beginning immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.

Application Requirements:
Individuals who apply must complete the online application, provide names and contact information for three professional references, and submit the following required documents electronically in a Microsoft Word or PDF format:

• Letter of Interest/Cover Letter Describing Qualifications and Accomplishments
• Current Resume, Vita, or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Graduate transcripts

Important:
Individuals who apply must meet all Required Qualifications within the job advertisement to be considered for this position. Please note that any offer of employment is subject to, and contingent upon, completion of the University's mandatory and favorable background check, which may include a consumer report, availability and receipt of appropriations from the State of New Jersey, and receipt of any required approvals by the University.

SAME Program:
In accordance with P.L. 2021, c. 465 and P.L. 2021, 466, the SAME Program permits eligible New Jersey State agencies and employers to consider qualified applicants for certain non-competitive and unclassified titles within the State workforce.

Applicants seeking consideration under the New Jersey SAME Program, must indicate that status when completing the online application. You must also submit the required SAME Program documentation for this specific position, as directed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission, in addition to all required electronic documents for this position (e.g., cover letter, resume/vita/curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts) on or before the closing date indicated above. Individuals who apply through the SAME Program must meet all Required Qualifications within the job advertisement to be considered for this position. For more information on the SAME Program, please contact the New Jersey Civil Service Commission by emailing [email protected].

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Advertised: 01 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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