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Aquatic Ecology
Part-time and Full-time Research Technical Positions in Aquatic Ecology
Location: The successful candidates can work at: 1) The Ohio State University’s Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (Columbus, OH; http://ael.osu.edu/); 2) NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (Ann Arbor, MI; http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/); or 3) University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER; http://cronus.uwindsor.ca/glier).
Responsibilities: Successful candidates will provide technical assistance to an ongoing project that is exploring how nutrient and sediment inputs from the watershed influence the ecology of Lake Erie yellow perch (http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/res/Task_rpts/2006/epludsin06-1.html). Duties will include extensive field sampling for fish with bongo nets, trawls, and gill nets during late April through July, and laboratory and computer work (e.g., larval fish identification and diets, preparing otoliths for daily growth, ageing, and microchemical analysis, data entry/analysis) during other times of the year.
Qualifications: Candidates for the full-time position must have completed an associate’s or bachelor's degree in the biological sciences or a related field, whereas multiple part-time positions are open to those with a strong academic records and a background/interest in fisheries ecology. Position durations will range from 3 to 12 months, beginning as soon as possible. The appointment duration will depend on the incumbent’s skill sets and time frame.
Salary: Salaries will depend on education and experience (the full-time position ranges $10.24 to $15.42 per hour; the part-time positions range $7.21-10.64 per hour).
Closing date: We are currently reviewing applications, and will continue to do so until suitable applicants are found.
Contact: To be considered, candidates must submit a cover letter, CV (resume), college transcripts, and names/contact information three (3) references to Ms. Julie Reichert (jules721@gmail.com; NOAA-GLERL, 2205 Commonwealth Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105; Phone: 734-741-2272; FAX: 734-741-2055).
Applicants also are encouraged to formally apply for this position through The Ohio State University Career Site (https://www.jobsatosu.com/). Candidates for the full-time position should re to the Research Assistant 1-B/H (Head Tech), OSU Job Posting #335592, whereas part-time candidates should refer to the Research Aide (Temporary), OSU Job Posting #335590; these postings will be open during November 3 through November 24, 2007. Submitting a formal application will ensure that you get full consideration for the position, and also help avoid delays in the hiring process by causing us to potentially re-advertise. More details about the positions can be found the OSU Career Site as well.
Location: The successful candidates can work at: 1) The Ohio State University’s Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (Columbus, OH; http://ael.osu.edu/); 2) NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (Ann Arbor, MI; http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/); or 3) University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER; http://cronus.uwindsor.ca/glier).
Responsibilities: Successful candidates will provide technical assistance to an ongoing project that is exploring how nutrient and sediment inputs from the watershed influence the ecology of Lake Erie yellow perch (http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/res/Task_rpts/2006/epludsin06-1.html). Duties will include extensive field sampling for fish with bongo nets, trawls, and gill nets during late April through July, and laboratory and computer work (e.g., larval fish identification and diets, preparing otoliths for daily growth, ageing, and microchemical analysis, data entry/analysis) during other times of the year.
Qualifications: Candidates for the full-time position must have completed an associate’s or bachelor's degree in the biological sciences or a related field, whereas multiple part-time positions are open to those with a strong academic records and a background/interest in fisheries ecology. Position durations will range from 3 to 12 months, beginning as soon as possible. The appointment duration will depend on the incumbent’s skill sets and time frame.
Salary: Salaries will depend on education and experience (the full-time position ranges $10.24 to $15.42 per hour; the part-time positions range $7.21-10.64 per hour).
Closing date: We are currently reviewing applications, and will continue to do so until suitable applicants are found.
Contact: To be considered, candidates must submit a cover letter, CV (resume), college transcripts, and names/contact information three (3) references to Ms. Julie Reichert (jules721@gmail.com; NOAA-GLERL, 2205 Commonwealth Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105; Phone: 734-741-2272; FAX: 734-741-2055).
Applicants also are encouraged to formally apply for this position through The Ohio State University Career Site (https://www.jobsatosu.com/). Candidates for the full-time position should re to the Research Assistant 1-B/H (Head Tech), OSU Job Posting #335592, whereas part-time candidates should refer to the Research Aide (Temporary), OSU Job Posting #335590; these postings will be open during November 3 through November 24, 2007. Submitting a formal application will ensure that you get full consideration for the position, and also help avoid delays in the hiring process by causing us to potentially re-advertise. More details about the positions can be found the OSU Career Site as well.