Graduate Research Assistant, NOAA Sea Grant

Overview

The Graduate Research Assistant will support the development of a cost-effective and scalable protected species monitoring plan for an offshore finfish net pen. The student will conduct vessel-based visual surveys and deploy/maintain passive acoustic monitoring devices to assess effects on protected species.

• Analyze visual and acoustic data
• Deploy, retrieve, and maintain passive acoustic monitoring devices
• Conduct vessel-based visual surveys for protected species
• Assist with the preparation of scientific publications, conference presentations, and project reports
• Assist faculty with training materials and protected species monitoring protocols for farm staff
• Other duties as assigned

• Currently admitted to the graduate degree program in the Marine Mammal Program at NCF;
  Academic performance at an advanced level, primarily in the Master’s program;
  Must be in good standing in all current classes.
• At least 1 year of research experience; provide evidence of prior scientific productivity, including but not limited to co-authorship on manuscripts, attendance of scientific conferences, and contribution to laboratory or field work, or experience working with marine animals.