Gulf Council Seeks Applicants for Scientific and Statistical Committees -- Application Deadline: May 25, 2018

For Immediate Release May 1, 2018   Gulf Council Seeks Applicants for Scientific and Statistical Committees Application Deadline: May 25, 2018   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is seeking applicants for its Scientific and Statistical Committees (SSC).Current members must reapply to be considered for future membership.   The Council has one standing and seven special Scientific and Statistical Committees comprised of individuals who have expertise in statistics, fishery biology, marine ecology, economics, sociology, anthropology, or other special sciences as they apply to fisheries management. Members provide independent scientific advice to the Council. More information on SSC membership and guidelines can be found here: http://gulfcouncil.org/committee-panel-membership/scientific-and-statistical/   SSC members are appointed by the Council and serve a 3-year term. Members are reimbursed for approved travel expenses and receive a daily stipend for their work.    The Council is recruiting for the following SSC's:  Standing  Special Coral  Special Mackerel  Special Red Drum  Special Reef Fish  Special Shrimp  Special Spiny Lobster  Special Socioeconomic  Special Ecosystem The Standing SSC will consist of 18 members. Each Special SSC will consist of 3 members. When the Special SSC meets with the Standing SSC the combined SSC votes as a whole committee.   To apply to one of the Council SSCs, visit: https://goo.gl/forms/EvPdpcAZI7QWTH4F3   In addition to completing the online application, email your CV and Statement of Financial Interest (SOFI) to SSC.Applicants@gulfcouncil.org     If you have any questions please contact the Council office at 813-348-1630.    About Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is one of eight regional Fishery Management Councils established by the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976. The Council prepares fishery management plans, which are designed to manage fishery resources within the 200-mile limit of the Gulf of Mexico.      Emily Muehlstein Public Information Officer 888-833-1844 ext. 238

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