State of Florida · 2 weeks ago
OPS Research Associate - 77901610
Marathon, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$25/hr - $25/hr
6+ years expThe State of Florida's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an OPS Research Associate to join their Finfish Research Team. The role involves collecting, managing, and analyzing data related to reef fish and their fisheries in the Florida Keys, as well as producing scientific reports and presentations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate
Must be a certified SCUBA diver
Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume
Ability to perform strenuous field duties under potentially adverse weather conditions and to lift heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. and endure long work hours and extensive periods of time in the field
Must be a certified SCUBA and NITROX diver and be able to qualify as a FWRI/AAUS certified diver which includes the ability to pass a swim test and a medical evaluation
Demonstrate the ability to safely trailer and operate vessels smaller than 26' in length and maintain a valid Florida driver's license
Preferred
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences
Benefits
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)
Company
State of Florida
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