Seasonal Port Sampler

Southern SE Regional Aquaculture Association • Ketchikan, AK

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Southern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (SSRAA) has an opening for a seasonal port sampler in Ketchikan, Alaska. This position will focus on the collection of biological data from chum salmon at the local fish processing plants. Tasks involved include but are not limited to: the extraction of otoliths, the collection of sex and weight samples, accurately recording data for individual sample sets, and following appropriate lab protocol for processing otoliths. This position provides and excellent opportunity to gain hands on fisheries research experience while contributing to salmon research and hatchery evaluation programs in Southeast Alaska. This position is full time and requires a flexible schedule, with some evening, weekend, and on-call work required. This position has the potential to fulfill a university internship requirement. Employment dates can be negotiated to accommodate a college schedule. SSRAA is an equal opportunity employer. The position is available immediately and is expected to continue through approximately August 28th. Qualified employees may have the opportunity to continue working through November on additional fisheries research projects.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Must be organized
• Must be dependable
• Ability to work independently for extended periods
• Able to work in cold, wet, noisy environments
• Must possess a valid driver license
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a degree in fisheries or biology
• Experience in scientific sample collection
• Previous work history in this or related field
• Experience with otolith extraction
• Experience coded wire tagging

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of port sampling for otoliths to include extraction, cleaning, and mounting.
• Some Coded wire tag (CWT) sampling and pathology sampling may also be involved.
• May also work on the CWT crew.
• Perform otolith extraction at a variety of sites
• Maintain accurate written records of individual sample sets
• Follow appropriate lab protocol for processing otoliths
• Mark juvenile salmon by clipping adipose fin
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed