STUDENT WORKER / INTERN - BIOMONITORING (STREAM FISH AND MACROINVERTEBRATES)
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, North Biological Monitoring Unit, Brainerd, MN We are looking for qualified students to assist with aquatic biomonitoring surveys on rivers and streams in northern Minnesota. Job duties include: Collecting and identifying stream fishes using electrofishing techniques Collecting stream macroinvertebrates using D-nets Collecting water chemistry samples and measuring water chemistry parameters Conducting qualitative and quantitative habitat surveys Preferred qualifications include: Experience in stream electrofishing techniques Experience in field identification of Midwestern/Great Lakes stream fishes (to the species level) Experience conducting stream habitat inventories or surveys The position requires extensive travel across northern Minnesota and the willingness to stay overnight (in motels) for up to three nights per week. The work may be carried out in remote areas, in inclement weather, and can be physically-demanding at times. Candidates must be able to work well with others in small- and medium-sized field crews. Candidates must be enrolled in a science related program working on a 2- or 4-year degree with coursework in biology, ichthyology, water chemistry, aquatic biology, or related field. Pay rate: $12.82 / hr Motel lodging provided during work week, plus meal expense reimbursement. Start/End Dates: Early June to late August Location: The position will be based out of Brainerd, but will require extensive travel throughout northern Minnesota. Brainerd is located just north of the geographical center of Minnesota. To Apply: Applications accepted via the State of Minnesota Careers website: http://www.careers.state.mn.us/ Posting Number: 13PCA000224 Applications accepted through February 7, 2014.
