Background
Merritt, James Francis was born on July 21, 1944 in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Son of Clifton and Emily Merritt.
administrator biological sciences educator
Merritt, James Francis was born on July 21, 1944 in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Son of Clifton and Emily Merritt.
Bachelor of Science, East Carolina University, 1966. Master of Science, East Carolina University, 1968. Doctor of Philosophy, North Carolina State University, 1973.
Assistant professor biological science University North Carolina, Wilmington, 1973-1978, associate professor, chairman, 1978-1989. Director Center Marine Sciences Research, since 1989.
Chairman Parent-Teachers Association, Wilmington, 1983, Marine Expo Committee, Wilmington, since 1984. Member American Genetic Association, North Carolina Academy of Sciences (section chairman 1975-1976, vice president 1979-1980), Chi Beta Phi (Outstanding Service award 1966).
Married Sue Wall, August 9, 1969;children— Ashley Grant, Bradley Gene, Carey Reid. Children: Ashley Grant, Bradley Gene, Carey Reid.