Graduate Research Assistant, NOAA Sea Grant

New College of Florida; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sarasota, Florida, is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant to develop a species monitoring plan for offshore finfish net pens. The role involves conducting visual surveys and deploying passive acoustic devices. Candidates must be enrolled in the Marine Mammal Program and have at least one year of research experience, demonstrating prior scientific productivity. This position is crucial for supporting conservation efforts and conducting impactful research.

Qualifications

• Must be in good standing in all current classes.
• At least 1 year of research experience.
• Evidence of scientific productivity required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze visual and acoustic data.
• Deploy, retrieve, and maintain passive acoustic monitoring devices.
• Conduct vessel-based visual surveys for protected species.
• Assist with the preparation of scientific publications and project reports.
• Assist faculty with training materials and monitoring protocols.

Skills

Data analysis

Field research

Acoustic monitoring

Education

Currently admitted to the graduate degree program in Marine Mammal Program

Job description

Overview

The Graduate Research Assistant will support the development of a cost-effective and scalable protected species monitoring plan for an offshore finfish net pen. The student will conduct vessel-based visual surveys and deploy/maintain passive acoustic monitoring devices to assess effects on protected species.

Responsibilities

• Analyze visual and acoustic data
• Deploy, retrieve, and maintain passive acoustic monitoring devices
• Conduct vessel-based visual surveys for protected species
• Assist with the preparation of scientific publications, conference presentations, and project reports
• Assist faculty with training materials and protected species monitoring protocols for farm staff
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently admitted to the graduate degree program in the Marine Mammal Program at NCF; Academic performance at an advanced level, primarily in the Master’s program; Must be in good standing in all current classes.
• At least 1 year of research experience; provide evidence of prior scientific productivity, including but not limited to co-authorship on manuscripts, attendance of scientific conferences, and contribution to laboratory or field work, or experience working with marine animals.