Tropical Field Marine Ecologist & Research Scientist

Cpcperforms; Pago Pago (AS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CPC seeks a Marine Ecologist/Research Scientist to work at NOAA's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa (NMSAS). This position provides research and field operations support to the site.

If you're a marine scientist with a passion for fieldwork, this is a once-in-a-career opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the most biologically rich and visually stunning marine environments on the planet.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in marine-related sciences required.
• At least five years of tropical marine research experience.
• Experience with field data collection in tropical coral reef environments.
• Four years of scientific diving experience; must be SCUBA certified.
• Ability to obtain medical clearance for NOAA vessels and diving.
• Experience with GIS and marine spatial planning.
• Able to conduct extended fieldwork and live-aboard expeditions.
• Peer-reviewed publications in marine sciences.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with Samoa culture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific expertise and support, including conducting field surveys; sampling and collecting specimens in the field; conducting laboratory tasks; processing scientific data; writing scientific reports; assisting with data archiving and records management; and collaborating with partners.
• Support execution of site operating plans and science projects; assist with purchase, maintenance, inventory, and calibration of supplies and equipment; development of dive, boat, and cruise plans; submission of reports; coordination of dive operations to NOAA standards; assistance for small boat program; collaboration on missions; field research and data collection.
• Support planning, evaluation and implementation of characterization, monitoring, and research activities to meet sanctuary management needs.
• Participate in site planning activities including field projects, grant proposals and budgets; environmental compliance such as NEPA and ESA; condition reports and management plans; and review of science planning documents.
• Participate in research or monitoring cruises in various roles including administrative, scientific, technical, and support.
• Review and provide recommendations on site permit applications and permits; record keeping, project tracking, applicant briefing, coordination with agencies; vessel reporting systems.
• Ensure scientific data, samples, and information are properly processed and maintained.
• Interpret scientific information for outreach and communications; mentor volunteers, interns, and fellows.
• Support emergency response activities and training and other resource protection programs.

Skills

Field data collection

Geographic Information Systems

Marine spatial planning

Mentoring volunteers

Scientific diving

Fieldwork coordination

Education

Master's Degree in marine-related sciences

Tools

SCUBA certification

Job description

CPC seeks a Marine Ecologist/Research Scientist to work at NOAA's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa (NMSAS). This position provides research and field operations support to the site.

If you're a marine scientist with a passion for fieldwork, this is a once-in-a-career opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the most biologically rich and visually stunning marine environments on the planet.