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Fisheries Research Scientist
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Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55415, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
University of Minnesota
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Ecology, Biology -
Science
Research Scientist, Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.
This position will coordinate and lead research activities associated with a statewide project evaluating the impacts of forward-facing sonar and emerging angling technologies on freshwater fisheries in Minnesota. Responsibilities include designing and implementing experimental angling in multiple lakes, project coordination, data management, statistical analysis, stakeholder engagement, supervision of research staff, and dissemination of research findings to scientific, management, and public audiences.
Duties and Responsibilities:
30% - Design and lead statewide fisheries field research and experimental angling campaigns.
* Lead planning and implementation of experimental angling studies across multiple Minnesota lakes during open-water and ice-angling seasons; coordinate field logistics, purchasing, scheduling, permitting, equipment management, safety protocols, and data collection; oversee implementation of standardized fisheries sampling and angling protocols using forward-facing sonar and conventional technologies.
25% - Quantitative analysis, modeling, and data management.
* Statistical analysis of creel data, experimental angling data. Simulation modeling of population impacts of technology on fish populations. Develop reproducible workflows in R or related software; develop and implement data management strategies in support of open science.
20% - Project management and partner coordination.
* Coordinate project activities among University researchers, Minnesota DNR personnel, fishing guides, anglers, and other collaborators; organize meetings and communication with partners; track milestones, deliverables, budgets, and reporting requirements associated with externally funded research projects.
10% - Scientific communication and dissemination.
* Prepare peer-reviewed manuscripts, technical reports, presentations, outreach materials, and scientific visualizations; communicate findings to scientific audiences, fisheries managers, tribal partners, and stakeholders through conferences, workshops, webinars, and meetings.
10% - Supervision and mentoring.
* Supervise undergraduate technicians and assist with mentoring graduate students involved in project activities; provide training in field methods, fisheries sampling, data management, scientific communication, and safety procedures.
5% - Grant development and reporting.
* Assist with proposal development, sponsor reporting, manuscript preparation, and coordination of project deliverables associated with Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF/LCCMR) and related externally funded research initiatives.
Anticipated
Start Date:
08/01/2026
Expected End Date: 06/31/2029
Work Schedule:
M-F 8:00-4:00
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
* Advanced degree in Fisheries, Ecology, Limnology, Marine Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field with one or more years of research training.
* Demonstrated experience conducting fisheries or aquatic ecology research in field and applied management settings, including angling-based sampling methods.
* Experience coordinating complex field-based research projects involving multiple collaborators or stakeholders.
* Experience with quantitative ecological data analysis and statistical modeling using R or related software.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific findings through reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
* Experience supervising, mentoring, or training research staff, technicians, or students.
* Ability to conduct fieldwork under variable environmental conditions, including open-water and winter field conditions.
* Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within Minnesota for fieldwork and partner meetings.
Preferred Qualifications:
* PhD in Fisheries, Ecology, Conservation Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or related field.
* Experience conducting recreational fisheries research or studies involving angler behavior, fish catchability, or fisheries technology.
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