Ocean Career: Mote Marine Laboratory Photogrammetry Biologist

Coral Reef Research Assistant

The position is located at Mote's Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration (IC2R3) on Summerland Key, Florida.

• Conduct imagery capture events to support research and restoration objectives
• Produce 2D and 3D Structure-from-Motion products including the collection of images, curation and management of data, and reconstructions of imagery using Agisoft Metashape and other computer software packages
• Analyze 2D and 3D Structure-from-Motion products for changes in benthic cover (including corals) and physical landscape (e.g., rugosity)
• Conduct in situ ecological surveys of coral reefs on SCUBA
• Assist with coral husbandry in Mote's in and ex situ coral nurseries as needed.
• Assist with the propagation of corals as needed
• Assist with the outplanting of corals at a variety of restoration sites as needed
• Assist with data collection, report writing, data entry, and curation
• Assist with data analysis and the preparation of technical reports and manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Assist with outreach and education activities as needed including representing the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program at conferences, symposia, and meetings as needed
• Additional duties will include assisting with various tasks related to the daily operation of a full-service marine laboratory, assist with field and lab support to visiting scientists, and assist with outreach and education activities as needed including interviews, tours, and workshops.

• Bachelor of Science degree in the marine, biological, or ecological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Working knowledge of Agisoft Metashape.
• SCUBA certified (Rescue Diver and Dive Master or higher certification preferred).
• Previous research diving experience required.
• Meet and maintain AAUS Scientific Diver standards, including medical requirements.
• Ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Ability to be an adaptable and collegial member of team, self-motivated, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to identify coral species common to the Caribbean and the Florida Keys.
• Ability to lift heavy objects or equipment up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Working knowledge of basic computer software (Windows, Word, Excel) required.
• Normal hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm M-F; however, weekend and evening hours will be required to meet Mote's Coral Reef Restoration and Research objectives

• Masters Degree in marine, biological, or ecological sciences preferred
• Previous experience planning, executing, and publishing original marine research preferred
• Experience with statistics and the analysis of quantitative data preferred
• Experience operating small vessels (up to 28' LOA) preferred
• USCG Captain's license preferred
• Prior experience navigating coastal and near coastal waters of the Florida Keys preferred
• Extensive prior scientific diving experience (>1,000 dives) strongly preferred

Closing Date:
December 22, 2023.