Research Associate Maui: Odonotocete Surveys

Research Associate position based in Maui, Hawaii. Primary responsibilities include planning and overseeing Pacific Whale Foundation’s odontocete field and survey efforts, driving the research vessel, collection and photo-identification of images and behaviors, managing data entry and organization, and leading the effort of cataloging and matching ID images. When not in the field, the Research Associate will be responsible for data management and analysis, preparation of reports and co-authorship of publications and permit reports. Other duties may apply from time to time according to the needs of the research department.

Qualifications: PhD or MS degree in Marine Ecology or comparable field experience and at least three years of experience working in the field with marine mammals, particularly humpback whales. Ability to handle long days in the field, rough sea conditions, cramped spaces and long travel times. Above average knowledge of GIS software, statistics, database and photo management, photo-identification procedures and use of digital cameras are a must. Excellent scientific speaking and writing skills and some experience publishing preferable.

Pacific Whale Foundation checks references, conducts background checks and drug screens and is an equal opportunity employer.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS OR APPLICATIONS WITH PHOTOS, PERSONAL INFORMATION (SUCH AS MEDICAL HISTORY, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, PARENTAL STATUS, ETC.), OR APPLICATIONS WHICH ARE INCOMPLETE OR ILLEGIBLE.

TO APPLY:

Please email a cover letter and resume to applications@pacificwhale.org detailing your relevant work experience. You may also send a hard copy to Pacific Whale Foundation, Attn: Human Resources, 300 Ma’alaea Rd, Suite 211, Wailuku, HI  96793. Please, no phone calls!

MAHALO FOR YOUR INTEREST IN PACIFIC WHALE FOUNDATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU AND REVIEWING YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

Come join our team!  Aloha!