This is a paid, part-time, term position with a six-month commitment of 24 hours each week.
Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to, data collection from shore and occasionally on a small boat using radio telemetry equipment and making visual observations with spotting scopes. Will record daily re-sights, movement patterns, forage observations, and activity budget data on marked individual sea otters. Will also assist with sea otter population monitoring and reporting. A research-based project will be required at the end of the internship.
Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to, data collection from shore and occasionally on a small boat using radio telemetry equipment and making visual observations with spotting scopes. Will record daily re-sights, movement patterns, forage observations, and activity budget data on marked individual sea otters. Will also assist with sea otter population monitoring and reporting. A research-based project will be required at the end of the internship.
Desired Skills / Knowledge / Ability / Experience or Education
- Strong Interest in animal behavior, natural history, and marine science/ecology
- Experience in education and outreach for the general public
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with ArcGIS and R is a plus
Early submission of applications is encouraged.
The deadline to apply to this opportunity is February 1, 2025.
For more information on the position and to apply, visit our website:
Leilani Konrad
Research Biologist | Monterey Bay Aquarium
lkonrad@mbayaq.org
Leilani Konrad (Pronouns: she/her/hers)
Research Biologist, Sea Otter Program
O:
831.648.4941
Inspiring conservation of the ocean