Deadline: Sat, 10/05/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: University of Maine Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Assistantship Location: Maine Location Detail: Orono, ME Job Description: Responsibilities: The incumbent will develop a collaborative project with the Penobscot Nation aimed at understanding the risks of consuming Striped Bass in the Penobscot River of Maine. The student will conduct mercury contamination assessments, use acoustic telemetry to track the movements, and use microchemical analysis of otoliths to inform patterns of estuary use and exposure to contaminated sediments. Collaboration with the University of New Hampshire and the Department of Marine Resources is anticipated. Experience in field ecology, telemetry, database management, and modeling are desirable – but only a willingness to learn is a necessity. Good communication skills are essential. The incumbent will work with many other partners (State of Maine, federal, and NGOs), and be responsible for frequent reporting. The student will be advised by Joe Zydlewski. One to two semesters of TA support are anticipated. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Qualifications: Qualifications: B.S. in biology or equivalent, quantitative skills, interest in fisheries science and excellent work ethics. Must have a desire to work in a collaborative and supportive graduate student community. GPA of 3.2+ is desired. Salary: Salary: $27,000 per year, $3,157 health, and $7,241 tuition (estimated). Funding is renewed annually; 2.5 years is anticipated. How to Apply: Contact: Please send cover letter, CV, transcript, three references (names only) and GRE scores/percentiles (optional) using this link (https://forms.gle/AsGVHfC6xuScoG59A) Please direct questions to Joe Zydlewski (email josephz@maine.edu) with heading “Striped Bass”. Link: https://www1.usgs.gov/coopunits/unit/Maine
