Coastal Ecology Research Technician Position Available In Mobile, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is hiring a Coastal Ecology Research Technician for a temporary position with a salary of $20 per hour. The role involves supporting research projects along the Alabama coast, with responsibilities including project management, field data collection and analysis, and reporting. Candidates must have a Master's degree in marine science or related field, experience in ecological research, and the ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork. Preferred qualifications include project management experience and proficiency in GIS software. The position offers training in various ecological sampling methods and sample processing.
Job Description
Coastal Ecology Research Technician Dauphin Island Sea Lab Dauphin Island, Alabama Job Type Temporary
Salary $20 per hour
Deadline May 02, 2025 The Baker Lab (https://bakerlab.wixsite.com/baker-lab) at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (www.disl.edu) is seeking a Research Technician to support ongoing research projects along the Alabama coast. This is a full-time, 1-year position with a 6-month probationary period, and the potential for extension based on performance and funding availability. The candidate will play a crucial role in project management, field data collection and analysis, and associated reporting. The role offers training in ecological sampling methods (nekton surveys [seine nets, throw traps, underwater video], wetland vegetation monitoring, bivalve surveys, topographical mapping) and sample processing (benthic infauna, sediment, nekton).
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in marine science, ecology, environmental science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Experience in ecological research and fieldwork
Proficiency in data entry and basic data analysis
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork in potentially challenging conditions
U.S. citizenship or residency Preferred Qualifications (one or more of): Experience in project management
Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and applications
Experience with ecological data analysis in R
Experience operating small vessels
Experience with technical writing Dr. Baker is committed to diversity and mentoring people from all backgrounds.
