Employer Schoodic Institute Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Through the continued generous support of Catherine and James Gero, the National Park Service, Schoodic Institute, and the National Park Foundation, we invite applications for a 10-month early-career Science Research Fellowship. The Science Research Fellow will join a cohort with Science Communication and Environmental Science Education fellows; each working independently on discipline-specific initiatives and collaboratively on interdisciplinary projects. The Science Research Fellow will engage in management-focused research across Acadia, such as monitoring seasonal bird populations, assessing biodiversity, working with resource managers, and engaging park visitors in science learning. Based on research priorities, the fellow will lead ongoing research related to bird populations and habitat conservation and restoration, including field data collection, data analysis, and synthesis. Work may take place in intertidal, forest, and wetland habitats in Acadia National Park and surrounding areas. The Research Fellow is expected to participate in science communication assignments by contributing to social media posts, creating content for the Schoodic Institute and National Park Service websites, and attending or presenting at Schoodic events such as lectures, symposia, and fundraisers. Start date: Monday, March 30th, 2026End date: Friday, January 29th, 2027Reports to: Science Engagement Coordinator, with additional supervision from National Park Service and Schoodic Institute staff. To learn more and apply, visit the Schoodic Institute employment page. Fellowship Requirements: Experience with the identification of eastern birds by sight and sound Experience with entering, organizing, analyzing (R), and interpreting dataWillingness to periodically travel or camp to complete field assignmentsComfortable working alone in the field with proper safety precautionsBachelor’s degree in an applicable field of science with a graduation date within the past 3 yearsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong work ethic and ability to plan work schedule effectivelyEnthusiasm for learning, science, and conservationAbility to learn and follow protocols accuratelyKeen interest in pursuing a career in conservationAbility to embrace working outdoors in a variety of conditions (e.g., weather, terrain, diverse habitats)Must have permanent authorization for US employmentMust have a valid driver’s license Job Field: Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Winter Harbor, Maine, USA Salary: $20.75/hour Job Benefits: Compensation: The Fellowship offers an hourly rate of $20.75, based on a 40-hour work week. In addition to the hourly wage, partial benefits provided include Paid Time Off and access to Professional Development opportunities. Application Deadline: Sat, 02/07/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://schoodicinstitute.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/
