Associate, Research (Seasonal)

Location : Tavernier, FL

Position type : Full time

Requisition ID : JR876

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Position Summary

The Seasonal Research Associate will be responsible for assisting the Senior Biologist, Mangrove Fish Research Manager, and Wading Bird Research Specialist with research in field and office activities associated with the current projects being carried out at Everglades Science Center located in Tavernier, Florida. This is a full-time, 40 hours a week seasonal position monitoring prey base fish populations, submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), and birds in the mangrove zone of Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and the Florida Keys. Scientific responsibilities will primarily consist of the collection of fishes in the mangrove habitats of Florida Bay, analyses of fishes, surveying SAV by snorkel, assisting with shorebird surveys, and maintaining data accuracy in a database. Additionally, the associate will also need to work with and maintain physical data. Field data will be collected from powerboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks, and on foot (wading).

This is a six-month seasonal position that will start October 13, 2025, and will end mid-April, 2026; with potentially flexible start / end dates.

Compensation : $20.00 / hour

Essential Functions

• Collect, identify, and preserve fish and SAV samples.
• Responsible for the collection of data, identification, preservation, and cataloging of data related to fish, SAV, and wading birds in a database to be statistically analyzed.
• Prepare and maintain detailed records, logs, and summary reports of all procedures and results.
• Participate in group projects to maintain the base facility and improve operations.
• Supports maintenance of vehicles and all assigned field gear.
• Assist with sample site preparation and construction.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (hydrology, wading birds, and fish / SAV) of biologists and research associates to meet the operational targets of the organization by developing and accessing Everglades restoration projects.
• Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
• Seasonal research associates are required to assist with other projects as directed.

Qualifications and Experience

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