Fisheries jobs, assistantships

ANNOUNCEMENTS
January 2012 Jobs

Senior Quantitative Environmental Data Analyst Normandeau Associates Inc., New Hampshire Permanent
Salary: Depending On Experience
Closing: 1/20
Responsibilities: Normandeau Associates Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Analyst in our Bedford, NH office. This position will work independently and with project scientists to develop sampling de- signs, perform statistical and spatial analysis of biological and other environmental data, develop and manage project-specific databases, facilitate quality control and assurance of these data, and supervise a small Technical Data Processing Department. Required experience includes SAS programming and the application of this software to describe patterns in biological and environmental data and test hy- potheses. Knowledge of MATLAB and GIS is a plus.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a minimum of three years experience and either an advanced degree in applied sta- tistics or biostatistics, with supporting formal training in ecology, fisheries, and aquatic ecology, or an advanced degree in ecology, fisheries, aquatic ecology with supporting formal training in applied statistics and biostatistics. Supervisory experience is required.
Contact: Submit an email titled “Sr. Data Analyst” with a cover letter, resume, three references and salary history to below email.
Email: HR@Normandeau.com

Director of Harvest Management
Skagit River System Cooperative, Washington Permanent
Salary: $60,000 - $90,000/yr, DOQ
Closing: 2/1 or until filled
Responsibilities: The Director of Harvest management will coor- dinate the development of harvest and recovery plans for salmon species that originate from the Skagit River Basin. The Fisheries Management Program at the Skagit River System Cooperative pro- vides the technical analysis for tribal fisheries managers used to ne- gotiate annual salmon harvest plans, as well as the development of long-term salmon recovery and management plans.
Qualifications: Advanced graduate degree in Fisheries, Biometrics or related field. Related experience may substitute for advanced degree. A minimum of 5 years in Natural Resource Management experience and experience working successfully in an environmen- tal regulatory, inter-agency, or tribal context is highly desirable. Knowledge of cold water fisheries and Pacific salmon species is preferred. Native hiring preference applies to this position.
Link: http://www.skagitcoop.org Email: jcrume@skagitcoop.org

Director, School of Natural Resources
Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources,
University of Nebraska
Professional
Salary: Competitive and Commensurate with Experience Closing: 2/12 or until filled
Responsibilities: This is a 12-month, full time administrative posi- tion. The Director will lead SNR in research, teaching, extension education, public service, and interdisciplinary and international activities, and provide fiscal and administrative leadership to the multi-disciplinary faculty and staff as SNR embarks on the most dynamic period of its existence as a leader in natural resources and environmental sciences. The Director will lead efforts to build part- nerships with universities nationwide in the area of natural resource sciences, especially within the Big 10 conference.
Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Natural Resource Sciences, or related fields a documented record of collaborative leadership ex- perience in higher education, business, or non-profit organizations commitment to interdisciplinary research scholarship, teaching, and service and a record of scholarly achievements and qualifications for appointment as a tenured, full professor in the School of Natural Resources. Review of applications will begin February 12, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.
Contact: Linda M. Arnold
Link: http://employment.unl.edu, search for requisition 110594 Email: LARNOLD1@UNL.EDU

PhD assistantship
Department of Biology, Ball State University, IN Student
Salary: $25,000/yr including tuition waiver, four year availability
Closing: 3/1 or until filled
Responsibilities: Student will develop, conduct and direct research that addresses theoretical and applied aspects of fish ecology/man- agement in southern Lake Michigan. The research is expected to build on the existing Ball State University body of information re- garding fish community structure, with an emphasis on yellow perch population dynamics.
Qualifications: BS/MS in Biology, Zoology, Fisheries Science, or closely related field. Student should be highly motivated, able to work independently, and have previous experiences with field work.
Contact: Send cover letter, CV, transcripts, GRE scores, three let- ters of recommendation, and resume to: Thomas E. Lauer, PhD, Department of Biology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Email preferred.
Email: tlauer@bsu.edu
Link: http://statejobs.state.wy.us/lookup.aspx, Search for Recruit- ment ID 19215.

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Biologist Technician Fisheries Wyoming Game and Fish Dept. Temporary
Salary: $13.00/hr.
Closing: 2/17
Responsibilities: Approximately 30 positions may be based out of Casper, Cody, Green River, Jackson, Lander, Laramie, Pinedale or Sheridan. These are 3-6 month positions that will assist regional and statewide fisheries management crews and aquatic habitat person- nel with sport and nongame fish sampling activities. Duties will be variable and may include assisting with electrofishing, netting, habitat surveys, instream flow measurement, angler surveys, data entry, stream and riparian habitat improvement projects and equip- ment maintenance.
Qualifications: High school degree plus experience in fish and wildlife resource management, research, or habitat development or college course work towards a degree in fishery or wildlife manage- ment, ichthyology or other closely related field. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Link: http://statejobs.state.wy.us/lookup.aspx, Search for Recruit- ment ID 19215.

Title Creel Clerk
Illinois Natural History Survey Temporary
Salary: $10.00 to $12.00/hr
Closing: 2/15
Responsibilities: IL Natural History Survey, Lake Michigan Bio- logical Station, Zion, Illinois. The Creel Clerk will interview an- glers, weigh and measure and identify fish in possession of anglers, and record data relating to harvest, effort, and expenditures by an- glers. Opportunities will be available to participate in other field and lab work. Available After March 1, 2012 or May-June 2012
Qualifications: 2 years college education, training in fisheries or related field, valid driver’s license and access to a car or motorcycle suitable insurance required. May work in unusual weather, nights or weekends.
Contact: Electronic applications require letter of application, re- sume, copy of transcripts unofficial , and names, addresses and tele- phone numbers of 3 references to Wayne Brofka, 847-872-8677
Email: w-brofka@illinois.edu

Marine Age Reading Specialist
Oregon Dept of Fish and Wildlife Permanent
Salary: $3,284-$4,787/mo., generous benefits package.
Closing: 3/3
Responsibilities: The Marine Age Reading Specialist will provide specialized age reading, data management and analysis skills for a variety of marine fish and shellfish species. S/he will provide ages by reading scales, otoliths, interopercles and other age reading structures.
Qualifications: Two years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included one year of at least two of the fol- lowing: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports, and a Bachelors degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely- related Bachelors degree with at least 45 quarter 30 semester hours of biological/ecological coursework or three additional years of bio- logical experience performing studies, research, or resource man- agement activities in a fish or wildlife program.
Link: http://www.dfw.state.or.us/hr.

Marine Science Technician Versar, Inc., Maryland Permanent
Salary: $35,000 to $50,000/yr
Closing: Until Filled
Responsibilities: Versar, Inc. is seeking a Marine Science Techni- cian to support the Ecosystem Science Program at the NOAA Ches- apeake Bay Office NCBO Annapolis, MD. Participate in deploy- ment, maintenance, and repair of moored and mobile environmental observation platforms and sensors meteorological, oceanographic, and biological data conduct small boat and trailer operations and maintenance. Surveys occur in the Chesapeake Bay and surround- ing region. Possible overnight travel and work in inclement weather for long hours.
Contact: Glynda Squiggins Link: http://www.versar.com Email: gsquiggins@versar.com

M.S. Assistantship in Large River Fish Ecology Eastern Illinois University
Student
Salary: $14,000/yr plus full tuition waiver
Closing: 3/15
Responsibilities: Research topic related to large river fish ecology starting August 2012. Those with an interest in recruitment dynamics of an
invasive species especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be co-advised by Drs. Robert Colombo and David Wahl.
Qualifications: BS in Fisheries Ecology or related field. Experience in fish sampling techniques and boat operation required. Minimum GPA 3.3, GRE quantitative 80th percentile, verbal 60th percentile.Contact: Send Transcripts (unofficial okay) , GRE Scores, CV, and the contact information of 3 professional references to: Dr. Robert E Colombo Eastern Illinois University 2027 Life Sciences, Charleston, IL 61920 or electronically to below email.
Email: recolombo@eiu.edu

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