*Title:* *Crystal Lake Fisheries Field & Lab Technician*
*Agency:* University of Wisconsin-Madison Center for Limnology
*Location:* Boulder Junction, Wisconsin
*Job Description:* Job Summary
Micro Lab Tech O position for the Crystal Lake Mixing research project
at Crystal Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin. The position will work as
part of a team that carries out limnological sampling and sample
processing at Crystal Lake. The position will assist in the maintenance
of lake mixing equipment. The laboratory work takes place at Trout Lake
Station, operated by the Center for Limnology. The overall project will
be overseen by Professor Jake Vander Zanden.
Schedule Comment: Full-time limited term appointment; schedule to be
determined.
Dates of Employment: Flexible start date of late April/early May 2012 -
August/September 2012.
Goals and Worker Activities
A. 30% Aid in experimenting mixing of Crystal Lake mixing project in
Boulder Junction, Wisconsin
1. Help oversee and maintain lake mixing apparatus and other lake
monitoring equipment.
2. Troubleshoot and problem-solve in the field.
3. Assist in maintaining equipment as needed; perform instrument
calibration and troubleshoot problems with mixing apparatus as needed.
B. 20% Assist in data organization and analysis
1. Perform routine data collection and enter findings into database.
2. Analyze samples as necessary.
C. 50% Perform routine physical, chemical and biological lake sampling
1. Perform routine field sampling on Crystal Lake.
*Qualifications:* Knowledge and Skills
1. A basic understanding of lake ecosystems research.
2. Previous field work experience.
3. Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
4. Possess a valid driver's license.
5. Have previous boat and lake experience; have confidence in open-water
boat operations.
6. Possess good problem solving skills.
7. Possess the ability to work on a team as well as independently.
Additional Requirements:
The position will be stationed at the Trout Lake Station in Boulder
Junction, Wisconsin so it is necessary to live in northern Wisconsin
(April-September). Housing can be provided by Trout Lake Station. This
appointment would be contingent on obtaining drivers authorization by
University of Wisconsin's Risk Management and successful completion of
online courses in Animal Care and Boating Safety.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three references (containing only name, phone number, email address
and relationship to the applicant) to Valerie Seidel ([email protected]).
Please reference "Crystal Lake Mixing LTE" in your application. The
deadline to apply for the position is Tuesday, April 3rd. Late
submissions will note be considered.
*Salary: * Depending Upon Qualification
*Last Date to apply:* April 3, 2012
*Website: * http://www.crystallakemixing.com
*Contact:* *Valerie Seidel*
E-mail: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>(Preferred)
Phone: 608-262-3304
