Marine Biologist II: Lead Estuarine Research

State-of-Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Dental Insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine seeks a Biologist II to lead monitoring and research in the Marine Unit of the DEP’s Bureau of Water Quality Management, ensuring protection and restoration of estuarine and coastal waters.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field, 3 years in field/lab research with supervisory experience, and SCUBA certification. This role travels within-state and involves work on small boats in coastal waters.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Wildlife Management, or related field and three years' experience in laboratory or field research, including supervisory work.
• Active SCUBA certification with scientific diving experience.
• Experience supervising technical staff and overseeing field staff.
• Knowledge of estuarine and marine habitats.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and maintain monitoring equipment.
• Implement quality management procedures.
• Conduct water, sediment and biological monitoring.
• Manage and analyze data.
• Develop new methodologies.
• Review permits.
• Assist in reporting to address State and Federal water quality program needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of biological assessment methods and criteria for estuarine and marine waters, and coastal wetlands.
• Create and update communication materials and provide program information and outcomes to partners and the public.
• Supervise technical staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Data analysis

Water quality monitoring

Biology knowledge

Statistical analysis

Public outreach

SCUBA certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Wildlife Management, or related field

Job description

The State of Maine seeks a Biologist II to lead monitoring and research in the Marine Unit of the DEP’s Bureau of Water Quality Management, ensuring protection and restoration of estuarine and coastal waters.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field, 3 years in field/lab research with supervisory experience, and SCUBA certification. This role travels within-state and involves work on small boats in coastal waters.