Fisheries Field & Lab Research Specialist

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Specialist I position at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) supports estuarine fish surveys, data handling, and lab tasks with on-site field and lab responsibilities in Gloucester, VA. Applicants should have marine science background and experience with standard fishery techniques and data entry.

Responsibilities include field sampling, sample processing, and assisting in outreach activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with background laboratory protocols.
• Experience in Marine Science, Oceanography or closely related field.
• Experience in aquatic field sampling using standard fishery techniques as applied in the field and Lab.

Responsibilities

• Field sampling and data entry for estuarine fisheries surveys.
• Laboratory tasks including sample preparation and data processing.
• Support field crew, cruise preparation, and post-cruise clean-up.
• Plan and participate in outreach events to promote program activities.

Skills

Marine Science

Oceanography

Field Sampling

Lab Techniques

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

B.S. in Marine Science / Fisheries Science

Tools

MS Office

Survey Equipment

Job description

The Research Specialist I position at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) supports estuarine fish surveys, data handling, and lab tasks with on-site field and lab responsibilities in Gloucester, VA. Applicants should have marine science background and experience with standard fishery techniques and data entry.

Responsibilities include field sampling, sample processing, and assisting in outreach activities.