Fisheries Biologist Trainee — Field & Lab

Primerica; Port Republic (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Benefit Leave

Holiday Pay

Alternative Workweek Program

Telework

Pension

Deferred Compensation

Health Benefits (medical, prescription

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Tax Savings Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition Reimbursement

ADA accommodations

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Fish and Wildlife, Marine Fisheries units in Port Republic, NJ, seeks a trainee biologist to assist in monitoring programs and data analysis. Under supervision, you will participate in field surveys, collect samples, and support outreach to commercial and recreational stakeholders.

Responsibilities include data entry, gear maintenance, and collaboration with state bodies on fisheries matters, with emphasis on accuracy and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences from an accredited college (US degrees preferred).
• Knowledge of state and federal fisheries regulations and management goals.
• Experience with fisheries sampling gear and basic laboratory procedures.
• Ability to correctly identify common marine and estuarine fish species at various life stages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring commercial harvest reports and outreach to stakeholders and the public.
• Participate as crew on field surveys and laboratory projects; collect and process biological samples.
• Enter data and perform basic analyses; maintain gear and equipment.
• Serve as technical representative to state or regional bodies for fisheries or protected species when assigned.

Skills

Fisheries management

Regulations knowledge

Sampling gear

Laboratory procedures

Species identification

MS Office

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Fish and Wildlife, Marine Fisheries units in Port Republic, NJ, seeks a trainee biologist to assist in monitoring programs and data analysis. Under supervision, you will participate in field surveys, collect samples, and support outreach to commercial and recreational stakeholders.

Responsibilities include data entry, gear maintenance, and collaboration with state bodies on fisheries matters, with emphasis on accuracy and regulatory