Research Support Specialist
About The Position
The Research Support Specialist will assist in the Gobler Laboratory, working with laboratory and field research focused on harmful algae blooms. The incumbent will assist with specific ongoing water quality monitoring and associated sample analysis. Responsibilities will include the following: Assist in conducting experiments with harmful algae. Assist with field sampling of coastal ecosystems. Assist with image analysis of plankton samples. Assist in analyzing data from image analyses and compiling reports and data. Assist in performing microscopic analyses of plankton samples. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
- Experience directly related to the project or program.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Marine Sciences or related field.
- Experience in microscopic image analyses.
- Experience in field sampling coast ecosystems.
- Experience on pigment analyses.
- Experience in microscopic quantification of plankton.
Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting experiments with harmful algae.
- Assist with field sampling of coastal ecosystems.
- Assist with image analysis of plankton samples.
- Assist in analyzing data from image analyses and compiling reports and data.
- Assist in performing microscopic analyses of plankton samples.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
