Marine Biologist (ASM) - Kennebunkport, ME
About The Position
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is seeking Marine Biologists, specifically At-Sea Monitors, to work aboard commercial fishing vessels collecting and recording data and biological samples for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFCS). The primary goals of these programs are to provide quantitative biological, vessel, and gear-selectivity information for various New England and Mid-Atlantic fisheries, with a focus on the groundfish industry. This role involves collecting data on fishing programs, economics, catch data, and fishing efficiency to document stock information for environmental protection and preservation of fish populations. The position requires commitment to the journey of cooperation between fishermen and fisheries management scientists.
Requirements
- High school diploma is required.
- Experience with data entry on computers.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, or be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must be physically able, as determined by a licensed physician’s certification to perform observer duties.
- Own transportation is required.
- Candidates are expected to commit to the program for at least one year.
- Must be able to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field from an accredited college or university with 30 credits of biology coursework.
- 6 credits of marine science is preferred.
- At least one undergraduate course in math or statistics preferred.
- At-sea experience.
- Coursework in Dichotomous Keys.
- Experience collecting Field Data and entering databases.
Responsibilities
- Collect and record detailed information on the gear and fishing activity of vessels.
- Work on deck on vessels ranging from 20’ to 100’ on trips roughly ranging from 1 to 14 days.
- Collect data on fish catch and discard and incidental takes such as marine mammals, seabirds, and marine turtles.
- Assess gear types including trawl, gillnet, longline and handline.
- Record detailed information on the gear and fishing activity of the vessels.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Vacation
- Sick and holiday benefits
- Paid training
- Accommodations and meal reimbursement during in-person training
- Data quality bonuses
- Service awards
- Fitness center reimbursement
- Candidate Referral bonus
- Travel is reimbursed at an hourly rate
- Compensation for miles accrued on a personal vehicle
- Per diem at the specified Government rate
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
