Aquatic Ecology Specialist Purdue University, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources West Lafayette, IN, USA
Description: Assist with a variety of fisheries and aquatic ecology research, primarily in a laboratory setting, but occasionally in the field. Duties will include: identification and enumeration of aquatic organisms; processing of biological samples; training and supervision of student assistants; ordering and management of supplies and equipment; collection of specimens in various aquatic systems; and maintenance and operational training of field sampling equipment (including diverse boats). Prepare manuscripts, reports and oral presentations. Develop extension programs and products related to Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant and Department of Forestry and Natural Resources aquatic ecology priorities. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a MS in Fisheries, Ecology or related discipline. Incumbent should be able to identify freshwater invertebrates, conduct fisheries field surveys, safely operate a boat, and maintain field sampling gear and related equipment. In addition, the incumbent should be familiar with logic model and extension programming and possess excellent oral and written communication skills and thereby effectively communicate with non-scientific audiences. Salary: Approximately $40K and competitive benefits Start date: Exact start date is negotiable (can start sometime from January-February 2014). How to Apply: The positions will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 17-December-2013. For application instructions please visit: http://bit.ly/I6SJKk For more information: Tomas Höök ([email protected]), Reuben Goforth ([email protected]) or Brian MacGowan ([email protected]) Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
