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NEOGOV · 8 hours ago

European Green Crab Research Assistant (Environmental Technician)

Skagit County - Mt. Vernon, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$38K/yr - $49K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for a European Green Crab Research Assistant within the Shorelands & Environmental Assistance Program. This role focuses on the research and control of the invasive European Green Crab, involving field and laboratory activities to protect the health of Puget Sound’s estuarine ecosystems.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Field Research & Sampling: You will assist professional staff in collecting marine field samples and perform laboratory analyses on water quality, zooplankton, and EGC specimens

Invasive Species Control: You will support marine ecological monitoring and take an active role in the trapping and removal of invasive European green crabs

Data Analysis & Evaluation: You will collect and track environmental data, interpreting your findings to help create reports and public educational materials

Reporting & Communication: You will synthesize data and prepare formal reports for project partners, clients, and the public audiences

Qualification

Laboratory proceduresField researchData analysisInvasive species controlMicroscopyWater quality analysisSmall boat operationOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Two years of technical or research experience at an environmental agency, office, or similar organization

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent

College-level course work in environmental, physical or natural sciences, or closely related field may be substituted, year for year, for the required experience

Experience conducting laboratory procedures using technical equipment

Experience conducting research or monitoring studies

Ability to search, read, and synthesize scientific literature

Knowledge of safety and operation of small boats

Preferred

Professional or academic experience conducting field work and laboratory methods related to water quality, estuarine ecology, restoration ecology, oceanography, or other relevant biological or natural resource science field

Excellent organizational skills, including ability to successfully plan and organize complex field or laboratory work efforts

Ability to work with a variety of people and personalities

Ability to work successfully in outdoor field environments in challenging weather and terrain conditions

Experience working on motorized watercraft

Experience with microscopy in a research or professional setting