Aquatic Field Assistant - Student Researcher

Inside Higher Ed; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is hiring a Student Assistant to support the GA-DNR's Aquatic Nuisance Species Surveillance Program. The role involves field sampling for aquatic species in local rivers and streams. Candidates should be enrolled at Georgia Gwinnett College, possess fieldwork experience, and be willing to work outdoors in various conditions. This part-time position offers valuable hands-on experience in biological sciences.

Qualifications

• Must maintain good academic standing for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to work with fish in field environments.
• Ability to hike over rough terrain and sample in strenuous conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI in sampling for fishes in local rivers and streams.
• Use dip net to collect fish samples along transects.
• Identify and measure sampled fishes.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Data entry using Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Georgia Gwinnett College

Pursuing a B.S. degree in Biology or Environmental Science

Job description

A local educational institution is hiring a Student Assistant to support the GA-DNR's Aquatic Nuisance Species Surveillance Program. The role involves field sampling for aquatic species in local rivers and streams. Candidates should be enrolled at Georgia Gwinnett College, possess fieldwork experience, and be willing to work outdoors in various conditions. This part-time position offers valuable hands-on experience in biological sciences.