The
RESEARCH
ASSOCIATE
This position is responsible for assisting
lead scientist in conducting research projects at the
Responsibilities
(include but are not limited to):
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Assisting in all phases of assigned
research projects including functioning as the primary position to develop project
plans, manage project budgets, and arrange research project logistics
·
Working directly with internal and
external collaborators and contractors to meet project objectives
·
Reporting to lead scientist regularly
on status of research projects
·
Providing technical support in
laboratory and field settings: technology design, fabrication and testing,
animal capture, application of remote-monitoring instruments to marine mammals.
·
Collecting data, maintaining data
records, assisting with data entry and analysis and database management
·
Assisting in the procurement,
inventory, and maintenance of equipment and supplies to be used in research
projects
·
Drafting reports and scientific
publications and preparing posters, graphic presentation, and public
presentations
·
May be required to participate in
extended field research
Requirements:
Master’s degree in natural resources
related field; or Bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, zoology,
chemistry, or related field with two years experience in a similar position. Preferred
skills/experience: familiarity with principles of biotelemetry, experience in
soldering electrical components, experience with laboratory and field research
of animals, especially in the areas of integrative physiology and behavioral
ecology.
This is a full-time position. The
Send resume & application
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to Human Resources,
www.alaskasealife.org
The ASLC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.