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*Marine Mammal Behavior and Acoustics Laboratory at Florida State University is seeking a research assistant* */Minimum qualifications:/* Master's degree in biology or engineering, or a bachelor's degree and two years of experience. */Duties/:* Data analysis, field work, report/manuscript preparation and laboratory management. Research in the lab is focused on the behavioral ecology and bioacoustics of several species of marine mammals. Local studies of bottlenose dolphins are complimented by research with North Atlantic right whales along the east coast of the U.S. and Canada and with Florida manatees at different sites around the state. Current projects in the lab include foraging behavior, bioacoustics, and community structure of bottlenose dolphins, manatee bioacoustics, auditory capabilities, and response to vessels, assessment of risk factors associated with right whales and ship strikes, and the locomotion, anatomy and diving behavior of right whales. */Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/*: Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to work independently and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to collect, compile, and assist in analyzing statistical data, e.g. time series analysis, and to prepare reports and manuscripts for publication. Willingness and ability to work as part of a team. Knowledge of basic computer programs (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet) is essential, and additional experience with other software is highly desirable, e.g., MATLAB, ArcView. Position need not necessarily be filled by a biologist; engineers (e.g., computer, acoustic) are encouraged to apply. ** */Salary range: /*minimum $28,000; maximum: negotiable based on experience */Details:/* */Full-time OPS Position, minimum 2 years available Benefits available Send employment information to (preferably via email):/* Dr. Douglas P. Nowacek, Department of Oceanography, 509 OSB West Call St., Tallahassee, FL 32306-4320, [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Douglas Nowacek, Ph.D. Asst. Professor, Oceanography Dept. Florida State University 509 OSB, West Call St. Tallahassee, FL 32306 850.645.1547 voice 850.644.2581 fax [EMAIL PROTECTED]
