Position:   Summer Field Assistant-Arctic

Position Summary:
The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for a temporary summer field assistant to work on a project that examines the biogeochemistry of major arctic rivers. The position will be based out of Inuvik, Canada, and is expected to be approximately one month in duration, between mid to late June and mid to late July, 2010.

Additional Information:
The successful candidate will be responsible for taking daily water samples from the Mackenzie River, and processing these samples for later transport to Woods Hole and chemical analyses. Both sampling from shore and supervised work on a boat will be undertaken. The candidate will be expected to work independently and be able to troubleshoot problems that may arise in the field.Travel to Inuvik from Woods Hole and field living expenses will be paid in addition to a salary.

Basic Qualifications:
Applicants should have a BS degree or commensurate experience. Experience with proper collection and processing of water samples, and significant experience with field work is required. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work independently and in remote locations.

Physical Requirements
Applicants must be in good health, capable of rigorous physical outdoor activity, prepared to work in harsh weather conditions, and willing to live in a group setting where personal privacy is limited. Travel to Inuvik from Woods Hole and field living expenses will be paid in addition to a salary

Required Applicant Documents:
 Resume/CV
Cover Letter


APPLY ONLINE AT:   https://mbl.simplehire.edu

An Equal Opportunity Employer



Ann Woolford
Human Resources Office
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
[email protected]

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