Fisheries Research Technicians

Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit

Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA
$18.00ph; duration not to exceed 1,039 hours; bene...
Hook-and-line angling
Surgical implantation of electronic transmitters
Telemetry equipment construction and maintenance
The Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit is seeking technicians to assist with projects evaluating effects of sonar on catch rates, behavior of specific fish species, movements of various fish in Green Bay, and latent mortality of discarded fish

Job Summary

  • The Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit is seeking technicians to assist with projects evaluating effects of sonar on catch rates, behavior of specific fish species, movements of various fish in Green Bay, and latent mortality of discarded fish.
  • Duties include extensive field work in potentially poor weather conditions, requiring extended travel and overnight stays, with potential for housing provision.
  • The unit's objectives are to conduct world-class fisheries research, educate Master's level students, and provide extension services in fisheries and aquatic resource management.

Matching Summary

The Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit is seeking technicians to assist with projects evaluating effects of sonar on catch rates, behavior of specific fish species, movements of various fish in Green Bay, and latent mortality of discarded fish.

Salary

$18.00/hour; duration not to exceed 1039 hours; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • hook-and-line angling
  • surgical implantation of electronic transmitters
  • telemetry equipment construction and maintenance
  • fish sampling gears operation
  • boat electrofishing units operation
  • field equipment maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • avid anglers for sonar project
  • positive attitude
  • strong work ethic
  • desire for advancement

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in Fisheries or closely related field
  • Experience with standard fisheries field gears
  • Experience with lab techniques
  • Experience operating and maintaining boats and motors
  • Satisfactory driving record

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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