The State of Maine is seeking a Marine Resource Scientist III for its Department of Marine Resources, located in West Boothbay Harbor. The role involves leading research on lobster biology to inform fishery management, requiring strong analytical and collaborative skills, along with supervisory experience
Job Summary
This state-funded position is responsible for leading high-priority research to inform fishery management decision making and offers a unique opportunity to combine ecology, marine science, fishery science, and community engagement.
This position will lead and develop research to quantify the biological impact to lobsters (life history, growth, reproduction) of fishery management actions in the Gulf of Maine.
This is a supervisory position responsible for evaluating and coaching the performance of subordinates and advising the Division Director on personnel concerns and issues.
Matching Summary
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The State of Maine is seeking a Marine Resource Scientist III for its Department of Marine Resources, located in West Boothbay Harbor. The role involves leading research on lobster biology to inform fishery management, requiring strong analytical and collaborative skills, along with supervisory experience.
Salary
Base: $69,992.00 - $99,049.60 Per Year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Parental Leave, Gym Membership Reimbursement, FSA, Student Loan Forgiveness, Living Resources Program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Scientific research skills
Analytical and writing skills
Collaborative research
Ecology and marine science
Fishery science
Community engagement
Nice-to-have
Invertebrate biology
Marine ecology
Fishery management principles
Fishery surveys
Team management
Microsoft Access
R programming
GIS software
Key Requirements
Advanced education, training, or experience in a scientific, technical, or engineering field
Coursework or demonstrated experience in marine resource research and management