November 9, 2017 — The following was released by the New England Fishery Management Council:
The New England Fishery Management Council is seeking qualified candidates to serve on its Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC). The three-year appointments begin January 1, 2018 and run through December 31, 2020. Individuals may nominate themselves or be nominated by others. All application materials must be received by 5 p.m. on December 15, 2017.
QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: The Council is seeking to fill several upcoming vacancies on the committee. In general, SSC nominees should have expertise in statistics, fisheries biology, marine ecology, economics, sociology, anthropology, or other social sciences as they apply to fisheries management.
SSC RESPONSIBILITIES: SSC members are expected to provide independent, scientific advice to the Council. The purpose of the SSC is to assist the Council in the development, collection, and evaluation of statistical, biological, economic, social, and other scientific information relevant to the development of fishery management plans.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: More information about SSC responsibilities, current committee composition, and upcoming/past meetings can be found at SSC activities. The notice requesting nominations, which contains application details, is available on that page under “Related News” or at announcement. Members with expiring terms who wish to continue serving on the SSC are encouraged to resubmit their curriculum vitae (CV) or resume with a letter expressing continued interest in remaining on the committee.
QUESTIONS: For more information contact Council Deputy Director Chris Kellogg at (978) 465-0492, ext. 112; ckellogg@nefmc.org.
Learn more about the NEFMC by visiting their site here.