Field Biologist I: Shellfish Research

State of Florida; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-the-job trainings

FMLA

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks an OPS Biological Scientist I for the Shellfish Research Group in Naples. The role conducts field sampling for stone crab and shellfish projects, and performs laboratory analyses, data handling, and reporting as part of a productive team.

Working hours are typically 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with potential overtime and multi-day field efforts. A BS in biology and 4 years in a related field are preferred.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program are required.
• A bachelor’s degree in biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling and deploy field gear; follow safety protocols on boats and in the field.
• Perform laboratory analyses, sample processing, and quality control per SOPs.
• Assist with data entry, proofreading, and preparation of descriptive statistics and graphs.
• Handle purchasing, travel documents, and timesheets per agency procedures.
• Balance fieldwork with lab and office duties to meet research goals; communicate with supervisor.

Skills

Field sampling

Laboratory procedures

Data entry

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Tools

Vessels operation

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks an OPS Biological Scientist I for the Shellfish Research Group in Naples. The role conducts field sampling for stone crab and shellfish projects, and performs laboratory analyses, data handling, and reporting as part of a productive team.

Working hours are typically 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with potential overtime and multi-day field efforts. A BS in biology and 4 years in a related field are preferred.