Marine Scientist/Biologist

About the role

Stantec is seeking a part-time or full-time Marine Biologist to join our North Atlantic Marine Resources program. The ideal candidate will support senior staff on a variety of marine-focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Support components of technical marine resource projects including field work, travel, and work in variable conditions
• Collect water, sediment, and tissue samples for contaminant analysis
• Perform literature reviews, research, and technical writing
• Data management and quality assurance
• Prepare environmental impact assessments and marine species/habitat consultations (e.g., Essential Fish Habitat Assessments, ESA Section 7 consultations, Biological Assessments, and Environmental Assessments)
• Handle state and federal permitting (experience in the State of Maine preferred)
• Identify freshwater and/or marine fish and invertebrate species
• Interpret intertidal and subtidal habitat and substrate maps and assessments
• Conduct acoustic telemetry and dive surveys

Requirements

• Expertise in marine biological resources
• Strong social skills and ability to communicate across a broad range of audiences/technical backgrounds
• Trained Protected Species Observer
• SCUBA certification and scientific diving experience
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required)
• Working knowledge of field sampling techniques
• The willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work in rural settings and flexibility in undertaking work assignments and work independently for long hours in the field as necessary
• Skilled at technical writing
• Experience with federal and state consultations and permitting/authorizations pertaining to marine resources and habitats
• A strong attention to detail
• Conscientious, organized, and disciplined
• An open-minded and curious mindset; a focus on possibilities, not pre-conceived solutions
• An enthusiastic attitude with a positive outlook and a sense of humor
• Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• A good driving record and valid driver's license
• Experience with driving boats, trailers, and/or ATV is an asset

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in marine biology, aquatic biology, fisheries, marine science, wildlife biology, or a related discipline from a recognized university
• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience, which must include technical environmental and marine projects
• Environmental consulting experience preferable

Skills

• Expertise in sediment collection for contaminant analysis
• Strong social skills and communication abilities
• Protected Species Observer certification
• SCUBA certification and scientific diving experience
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification
• Field sampling techniques
• Technical writing skills
• Experience with federal and state consultations and permitting/authorizations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave

Pay

Pay range varies depending on location and schedule. Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to various benefits packages.

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

12/06/2026 01:06:55

Req ID

1006300