Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I (4216)
Core
Maintain and implement environmental long-term monitoring programs for estuaries and coastal watersheds, including field equipment maintenance, sample collection, and data management.
Role type
Research Engineering / Scientist Associate I
Builds
Environmental monitoring data and infrastructure for the National Estuarine Research Reserve System
Domain
Marine science / Environmental monitoring
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
troubleshooting, diagnostic, technical, mechanical skills, data management, computer proficiency, organizational skills, time management, self-directed work, internet/literature search
Preferred skills
mechanical aptitude, vessel operation, water quality sampling, coastal ecosystem knowledge
Technologies
YSI sensors, Microsoft 365 Suite
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, clean, calibrate, deploy and retrieve scientific equipment; service water quality and weather station equipment; maintain and repair station infrastructure; coordinate and perform sample collection; operate vessels in shallow water; laboratory preparation and analysis of field samples; retrieve and submit raw data; conduct QA/QC data checks; train interns, students and volunteers
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC