Job Information
Marine Biological Laboratory Research Assistant I/II in Woods Hole, Massachusetts
Description
The MBL Ecosystems Center seeks a full-time Research Assistant I or II starting as soon as December 2024 and continuing to February 2026 to assist with research on biogeochemical transport and processing in coupled watershed-estuary systems recovering from eutrophication. This position will include field and lab work in estuaries fringing the coast of Cape Cod.Specific tasks will be to collect and process surface water and groundwater samples, conduct nutrient analyses, measure phytoplankton and suspended matter concentrations, assist with deploying, downloading and analyzing data from field instruments including current meters, water-level sensors and multiparameter sondes. Experience with spectrophotometry, elemental analysis, and automated nutrient analyzers is helpful. Proficiency in Excel and some experience with R or MatLab Programming is necessary. The successful applicant should also be willing to help with basic preparations for field work such as organizing, cleaning and maintaining gear and small boats.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s (RAI) or Master’s (RAII) of Science degree in chemistry, biology, geoscience or environmental science and relevant field and research experience. Desire to work in a collaborative environment. Applicant should have a valid drivers license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Willingness to work in the field during inclement weather, ability to lift 50 lbs, and to swim are required.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit the following documents with your application: Cover LetterResume/CVList of 3 References - Names and contact information only. Please do not submit unsolicited letters.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)