Junior Marine Biologist — Field & Lab Specialist

Ocean Associates, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) seeks a Junior Marine Biologist to support the Southwest Fisheries Science Center in La Jolla, CA. Responsibilities include laboratory analyses, field surveys, and data management for ESA/MMPA related research.

The role involves photographing analyses, field sampling, shipping hazardous materials, and participating in meetings. A bachelor's degree in biology/oceanography with relevant experience is required, with salary offered on an hourly basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology/oceanography with 3+ years in related field (degree may substitute for experience).
• Experience with marine mammal and/or turtle necropsies and strandings.
• Experience collecting biological samples in the field.
• Certification of hazardous material shipping training.
• Experience with image analysis for cetaceans or marine turtles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory analyses of hormones, genetics, and health indicators in marine mammals and turtles.
• Perform photographic analyses for species and individual identification and photogrammetry.
• Assist with data entry, QA/QC, and preparation of reports and manuscripts.
• Participate in fieldwork, surveys, and travel as needed.
• Support administrative tasks and inventory management.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Data handling

Field observations

Photographic analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/oceanography

Tools

UAS operation (drones)

Hazardous materials shipping training

Job description

Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) seeks a Junior Marine Biologist to support the Southwest Fisheries Science Center in La Jolla, CA. Responsibilities include laboratory analyses, field surveys, and data management for ESA/MMPA related research.

The role involves photographing analyses, field sampling, shipping hazardous materials, and participating in meetings. A bachelor's degree in biology/oceanography with relevant experience is required, with salary offered on an hourly basis.