Biological Scientist I​/II

Biological Scientist I/II

Job No: 538554
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Citrus
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department:  - AG-NATURE COAST BIOLOGICAL STA

Job Description

Classification

Title:

Biological Scientist I/II

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

• Biological Scientist I - Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
• Biological Scientist II - Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master’s degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Biological Scientist I:

This position will be expected to contribute to the goals of the Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve (NCAP) and adjacent Aquatic Preserves (see Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve). Specifically, this position will be expected to:

• Conduct natural resource monitoring such as monthly water quality and annual seagrass sampling programs for NCAP. Includes field tasks such as operating outboard vessels and airboats, trailering vessels, and driving to field stations. Includes lab tasks such as following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for preparing sampling equipment, calibrating probes, maintaining equipment in good working order, keeping supplies stocked, and assisting with continuous data logger maintenance and sampling.
  
  Must follow field and lab procedures in accordance with established SOPs. Will be required to drive to research sites.
• Prepare the documentation and reporting tasks for supervisor review. Tasks include entering data according to appropriate format and QA/QC plans and preparation of monthly field logs, quarterly reports, and data summaries.
• Participate in additional tasks related to the NCAP management plan such as stakeholder education and communication, marine debris cleanups, additional grant-funded field programs such as seagrass RESTORE collections and SCAR MAPS sampling, and similar events.

Biological Scientist II:

This position will be expected to use their expertise to contribute to accomplish the goals of the Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve (NCAP) and adjacent Aquatic Preserves (see Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve). Specifically, this position will be expected to:

• Conduct research on natural resource monitoring such as monthly water quality and annual seagrass monitoring program for NCAP. Includes field tasks such as operating outboard vessels and airboats, trailering vessels, and driving to field stations. Includes lab tasks such as preparing sampling equipment, calibrating probes, maintaining equipment in good working order, keeping supplies stocked, and conducting spectrophotometric analyses. Must ensure that staff and students follow field and lab procedures in accordance with established SOPs.
  
  Search scientific literature to refine procedures for research objectives. Modify existing or create new field and lab procedures to meet contract deliverables. Will be required to drive to research sites.
• Prepare the documentation and reporting tasks such as entering data according to appropriate format and QA/QC plans. Participate in the preparation of monthly field logs, quarterly reports, and data summaries.
• Participate in additional tasks related to the NCAP management plan such as stakeholder education and communication, marine debris cleanups, additional grant-funded field programs such as seagrass RESTORE collections and SCAR MAPS sampling, and similar events.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three professional references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

Applications Close: 18 February 2026

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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