Fisheries Biologist (Lab & Field Support)

A.I.S. Inc.
Any Location, OR
Job Description
Fisheries Biologist (Lab & Field Support) to support ongoing fisheries oceanographic research associated with the Northern Bering Sea IERP. The position involves hands-on laboratory sample processing and participation in ocean-going research surveys aboard NOAA research vessels.

Requirements

  • Inventory samples arriving at the laboratory
  • Measure length and weight of organisms
  • Removal of otoliths for fish
  • Removal of tissue pieces for genetics
  • Removal of tissue pieces for Isotopes
  • Removal of fish stomachs and tissues for diet and energetic work
  • Homogenize samples
  • Chemically extract marine samples for total lipids
  • Analyze marine samples for total lipids and lipid classes using thin layer chromatography with flame ionization detection (TLC_FID)
  • Derivatize marine lipid samples into fatty acid methyl esters using acid catalyzed transesterification
  • Analyze fatty acids in marine food web samples by integrating data from a gas chromatographer with flame ionization detection (GC_FID)
  • Enter data accurately into established databases and conduct quality control procedures on both raw and electronic data
  • Participate in annual field surveys aboard NOAA research vessels
  • Complete all required NOAA training (IT security, safety, SASH prevention, records management, laboratory hazardous chemical, large vessel marine safety, first aid/CPR) prior to or at start of performance
  • Prepare monthly progress reports documenting accomplishments, issues encountered, and recommendations

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance
  • Vacation
  • Sick and holiday benefits
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