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Ocean Career: National Marine Mammal Foundation Research Scientist

Job in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina, 29401, USA
Listing for: Environment Coastal & Offshore (eco) Magazine
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist, Biology, Ecology
  • Science
    Research Scientist, Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 48.11 - 80 USD Hourly USD 48.11 80.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title

Salary is commensurate with experience and proven success at writing scientific publications and proposals in a related field. Preference will be given to applicants in the Charleston, SC, area, but remote candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Complete investigative studies of wildlife epidemiology and marine mammal physiology, ecology, behavior, bioacoustics, genetics, or health effects associated with exposure to environmental stressors
  • Perform applied research supporting the conservation of marine mammals and/or restoration approaches to support recovery of marine mammal populations
  • Conduct scientific investigations in advanced analytical techniques to support quantification of injuries and restoration planning in wild marine mammal populations following exposure to environmental stressors
  • Lead and support preparation and technical reviews of scientific proposals, manuscripts, reports, protocols, experimental design, customer interaction, and formal presentations
Skills and Competencies
  • Scientific research design, methodology, and statistics
  • Data analysis and interpretation using the R software environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Strong organizational skills
Qualifications

Ph.D. in Life Sciences (such as biology, wildlife epidemiology, psychology, animal behavior, or other related field) or Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Work Environment
  • Travel is required for meeting attendance, workshops, and potentially field work.
  • Field work may include open ocean locations and physical activities on and around water and watercraft, including animal manipulations and animal health assessments.
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, sliding and transferring objects, diving, and boat operation may be required, especially during field work.

Compensation: $48.11 – $80.00 per hour

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