Researcher I - Gainesville, FL The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Southeast Ecological Science Center (SESC) is a research center that studies the biology and ecology of aquatic environments in the United States and around the world.
We are looking for a full-time research technician with the following experience: - Processing and sorting marine sediments for infauna. - Expertise in the identification of invertebrates to phylum level is required and knowledge of the identification and taxonomy of marine invertebrates, specifically polychaetes and peracarid crustaceans, is preferred. Technician will be responsible for: - Identifying marine invertebrates collected from deep-sea and coastal sediments associated with corals and soft sediment environments. - Periodic field work may include offshore research expeditions up to 4 weeks in duration. Strong writing and verbal communication skills are essential. - Position is available for 1 year with a possible 1 year extension, given availability of funding. Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Oceanography, Marine Biology, Zoology, Ecology or equivalent field is required. - Completed coursework in invertebrate zoology is required. - Experience and training in benthic community ecology preferred. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. To apply please visit our website at www.cherokee-cnts.com set up a profile and apply to job number 8133. Cherokee Nation Government Solutions provides technical support services and project support personnel to our Government and industry partners. Our highly skilled experts support and supplement the mission, expertise, and skill sets of our clients. Utilizing our customer-intimate approach, we partner with our clients to provide strategic solutions that maximize the use of human and financial resources to ensure that mission-critical projects are completed on time and within budget. Cherokee Nation Government Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
