*Research Technician - Marine Fisheries Ecology*
*Auburn University, Alabama*
*Responsibilities:*To assist in investigations of the ecology, movement,
habitat use, age structure, fecundity, and nursery habitats of marine
fishes in the northeast Gulf of Mexico. Responsibilities include
preparing for and conducting surveys of marine fishes using SCUBA visual
counts, trap nets, gill nets, hook & line, hydroacoustics, and
ultrasonic telemetry.
*Qualifications:*Must be capable and willing to lift heavy gear, work
long hours, and play a vital role in an energetic team of researchers.
Must have SCUBA diving experience and be capable of working aboard
research vessels during frequent offshore trips (5-10 d per month, 10 to
100 km). Previous offshore experience preferred.Completed B.S., or B.A.,
in biology or related science preferred.Advanced or Rescue Diver
certifications preferred.
*Closing Date: *open until filled.
*Starting Date: *Jun 2014, but flexible.
*Ending Date:*Current funding for this position runs until December 2014.
*Contact:*For consideration, send a single PDF document including a
letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of your college
transcripts, and your GRE scores (if available) to Dr. Mark A. Albins --
[email protected]
