OPS Bio Scientist I - FWC - 77902141

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Tequesta (FL); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking a seasonal Marine Mammal Biologist at the Marine Mammals Research Institute in Tequesta, FL. The role focuses on responding to strandings, primarily manatees, and performing necropsies to determine causes of death.

Responsibilities include field deployments via hotline calls, recovering carcasses, and assisting in rescue and transport operations, with emphasis on safety and accurate data collection.

Qualifications

• 4 years professional experience in a biological field or laboratory program.
• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences is acceptable.
• Experience with marine mammal strandings and necropsies is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Respond to marine mammal strandings, primarily manatees, and conduct necropsies.
• Fieldwork includes responding to hotline calls and recovering carcasses.
• Assist in rescue and transport operations and data collection.

Connaissances

Fieldwork experience

Necropsy experience

Sample collection

Boating trailer operation

Physical fitness

Swimming ability

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Description du poste

This seasonal position with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission involves responding to marine mammal strandings, primarily manatees, and conducting necropsies to determine cause of death. The role is based at the Marine Mammals Research Institute in Tequesta, Florida, and includes fieldwork responding to hotline calls, recovering carcasses, and assisting in rescue and transport operations.

Key qualifications:

• 4 years professional experience in a biological field or laboratory program, or bachelor's degree in biological sciences
• Marine mammal stranding-response experience preferred
• Experience conducting marine mammal necropsies and collecting samples and data
• Ability to safely operate and trailer boats less than 30 feet
• Physically fit to perform strenuous duties and lift at least 75 lbs
• Ability to swim sufficiently to save oneself in an emergency