Graduate Research Assistant, NOAA Sea Grant

Location: Sarasota

Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Location : Sarasota, Florida, United States
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00797
Division: Marine Mammal Science
Opening Date: 03/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description

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.
Examples of Duties

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

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.
Preferred Qualifications

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.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.

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