Research Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for a fisheries research technician position at the Auburn University School of Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences. The technician will primarily assist with a research project on the population dynamics and management of freshwater catfish stocks in Alabama. Our staff and students work with natural resource agency biologists, travel widely for professional activities, and maintain a team approach to research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field surveys of fish populations using electrofishing gear and nets.
• Process biological samples including fish otoliths for age determination, diets, and gonads.
• Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others.
• Operate and maintain trucks, boats, sampling gear and laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

• Level I: Bachelor's degree in fisheries or the biological sciences.
• Level II: Bachelor's degree in fisheries or the biological sciences and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols. Substitutions allowed for experience: Yes, when a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Desired Qualifications

• An interest in fisheries management and population dynamics research;
• Experience with using and maintaining boats, nets, and other gear;
• Effective working in a team setting and under remote supervision;
• Strong desire to ultimately pursue an M.S. degree in fisheries.

Benefits

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

About the Role

The technician will primarily assist with a research project on the population dynamics and management of freshwater catfish stocks in Alabama. Our staff and students work with natural resource agency biologists, travel widely for professional activities, and maintain a team approach to research.

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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