Field Technical Assistant (non teaching- Class 8 CoAd)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Field Technical Assistant to support oceanographic research in Antarctica. This exciting role involves leading a field team in data collection and sampling while working in challenging conditions. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to vital ecological research, monitoring phytoplankton dynamics in response to environmental changes. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about marine sciences, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact while working in a remote and beautiful setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Sciences, Biology, or related field required.
• Experience with phytoplankton and oceanographic methods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead field team in oceanographic research and data collection.
• Conduct field excursions and manage sampling operations.

Skills

Phytoplankton Methods

Oceanographic Sampling

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Marine Sciences

Bachelor's in Biology

Bachelor's in Environmental Science

Tools

Seabird CTD

Fluorometers

MatLab

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The Department of Marine and Coastal Sciences is seeking a positive, dependable, detail-oriented Field/Laboratory Technical Assistant to assist with oceanographic research in Antarctica from October 2022 through March/April 2023. This position will be responsible for leading the field team in sampling and data collection for the Palmer Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) project (http://pal.lternet.edu/), monitoring phytoplankton dynamics in response to rapidly changing physical conditions (temperature warming, sea ice melt, etc.) along the West Antarctic Peninsula.

Job Responsibilities include:
1.) Field excursions out on a small research vessel 3 days a week deploying oceanographic instruments and collecting water samples, processing water samples in the lab, maintaining data logs, and basic data analysis.
2.) 6-day work weeks, sometimes with long hours on field days.
3.) Managing field team while deployed.
4.) Setting up and packing lab at start and end of field season.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Field Technical Assistant (non teaching- Class 8 CoAd)
Department	SEBS-Dept Marine & Coastal Science
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Benefits
Posting Summary
Position Status
Posting Number	22FA1170
Posting Open Date	10/05/2022
Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Marine Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Experience with phytoplankton and oceanographic methods, such as Chlorophyll a extractions, water filtration, CTD and Niskan bottle sampling, Optical instrumentation, fluorometry.

The best suited candidate should have the following knowledge:
* Experience with phytoplankton and oceanographic methods, such as Chlorophyll a extractions, water filtration, CTD and Niskan bottle sampling, Optical instrumentation, fluorometry.

. Seabird CTD and Rosette ECO-55
. Radiometers
. Fluorometers
. Imaging Flow Cytobot
. Water Filtration Equipment
. MatLab

Must be able to do the following:
. 6-day work weeks, sometimes with long hours on field days
* Work on small boats in variable conditions - wind, swell, cold temperatures (20-30 deg F)
* Work and live in a community of 40 people for 6 months
. Remote field site only accessible by a 4 day trip on a ship, departing from Chile.
. Must be able to pass Physical Qualification medical and dental checks.
. Must have a Valid/unexpired Passport

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Posting Details

Please attach CV.

Will work remote and bee stationed at Palmer station in Antarctica from October 2022 through March/April 2023.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/181937
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
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