OPS Research Associate
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Marathon • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $25 per hour
About the role
- This position serves as a staff member of the Florida Keys based Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) Finfish Research Team.
- This team conducts biological research related to reef fish and their fisheries in the Florida Keys.
- The general role of this position within the team is to collect, manage and analyze data, synthesize results, and produce a range of final products under the direction of the team leader.
- Specific duties include: Participate in data collection activities in the field and laboratory.
- Underwater data collection requires participation in SCUBA diving.
- Establish and maintain databases associated with the program's research projects including data entry and quality assurance.
- Analyze data collected from the program's field and laboratory projects using appropriate statistical techniques.
- Assist in the preparation of scientific technical reports, manuscripts, project summaries, grant writing and other products suitable for identifying new research needs and representing the entire range of management interests.
- Prepare and deliver formal and informal presentations at seminars, meetings, public outreach, etc. as well as develop other scientific communication products for websites and/or social media.
- Operate and maintain research vessels in coordination with other field staff.
Requirements
- 6 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and two years of experience in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics; or two years of experience as a Research Assistant – FWC; or,
- A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the educational areas listed above can substitute for one year of the required experience; or,
- A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the educational areas listed above can substitute for the required experience.
- Must be a certified SCUBA diver.
- Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume.
- Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
Benefits
- Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
- Biweekly Health Insurance Premiums: $7.50 or $25.00 for Single / $32.15 or $90.00 for Family
- Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
- On the Job Trainings
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
data collectiondata managementdata analysisstatistical techniquesdatabase managementscientific report preparationgrant writingpresentation skillsSCUBA divingresearch vessel operation
Soft skills
team collaborationcommunicationorganizational skillspublic outreachsynthesis of results
Certifications
certified SCUBA diver