Lead Technician in Fish Ecology at FIU
We seek an experienced full-time research technician with expertise in aquatic ecology fieldwork and laboratory sample processing to supervise and execute a fish research project in the marsh-mangrove ecotone region of the southern Everglades. The project examines the response of ecotonal fish communities to hydrologic disturbance related to water management and restoration. The project is affiliated with the Florida Coastal Everglades Long-term Ecological Research Program (http://fce.lternet.edu/) and funded by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Position Description: Work collecting data on ecotonal fish communities in the southwest region of Everglades National Park. Sampling is conducted by outboard motor boat using electrofishing and trapping techniques. Duties include coordination and execution of all fieldwork activities, construction, installation and maintenance of drop traps, processing of fish and macroinvertebrate samples, data management and statistical analyses, equipment and boat maintenance, report and manuscript preparation, training new staff and lab members on data collection methods, and assisting as needed in other laboratory and graduate student research projects relating to fish ecology, wetland ecology and ecology of aquatic invasive species. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, or related field is required. Master's degree is preferred or 1-3 years field experience in aquatic/estuarine fish ecology. Boating experience and ability to operate small outboard motor boats (< 20 ft) are needed. Ability and desire to work long field hours under adverse South Florida conditions (intense sun and heat, high humidity, biting insects, rain) from a boat and by wading in the water. Ability and desire to at times tent camp several days in the Everglades backcountry while conducting field work. Ability and desire to maintain and care for boat and sampling equipment. Ability to work independently and as part of a two-person crew. Ability to collect accurate scientific data and enthusiasm for project. Ability to secure a Florida driver's license. Experience with fish sampling methods including electrofishing and ability to identify fishes and aquatic macroinvertebrates are preferred. Experience with sampling design, aquatic data loggers, and Microsoft Excel, GIS, and statistics are also preferred. Qualified candidates are invited to submit an application electronically, including: (1) letter of interest, (2) curriculum vita (showing GPA achieved in undergrad/graduate studies), and (3) contact information for 3 professional references. Please submit application as a single pdf or word file via email to Dr. Jennifer Rehage, <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [EMAIL PROTECTED] (with the subject line of the email reading "Technician Application (insert last name)" Closing Date: December 15, 2008 or until position is filled. Decision Date: January 10, 2008 Term: 2 years Salary: $ 28,000- 32,000 per year For further information please contact Dr. Jennifer Rehage, [EMAIL PROTECTED], Environmental Studies, Florida International University, Miami, FL. ----------------------- Jennifer S. Rehage, Ph.D. Environmental Studies Florida International University University Park, ECS 337 11200 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33199 (305) 348-3804 (305) 348-6137 Fax [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.fiu.edu/envstud
