Deadline: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: University of Missouri - School of Natural Resources Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Full Time Location: Missouri Location Detail: Columbia, MO Job Description: Duties: The selected candidate will work with University of Missouri (MU) graduate students and the Missouri Department of Conservation biologists. In 2024, MU researchers identified the first ever wild Lake Sturgeon larvae in Missouri River tributaries. The candidate will be part of these efforts to determine factors affecting Lake Sturgeon spawning. The candidate will be required to use an assortment of fisheries sampling techniques and equipment including: sonic telemetry, gill nets, trot lines, larval drift nets, benthic trawls, boats with outboard and jet motors, GPS equipment and other laboratory analytical equipment. The position will also conduct laboratory tasks including enumeration and identification of larval fishes, mapping suitable Lake Sturgeon habitat, and maintain the accuracy and availability of information in databases, provide field and technical support to researchers, students, managers, and perform general maintenance on boats and equipment. The position is funded through the MU School of Natural Resources and housed at MU in Columbia. The position is renewed annually (based on funding and satisfactory performance) for 2 years, with likely extensions. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. The ability to work with limited supervision. Preferred Qualifications: B.S. degree in Fisheries & Wildlife/Natural Resources or similar field Experience working outdoors and independently, operating boats, various nets used in fisheries Department of Interior Motorboat Operators Certification. Salary: Salary Range: $17.00/hr starting + benefits http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits How to Apply: Application Materials must be submitted to Careers (umsystem.edu) Search for job ID: 52051 MU application Resume Cover Letter Contact information for three references For Questions: Please contact Levi Umland Email: lunnn@missouri.edu
