Assistant Stranding Coordinator & Research Technician

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Alabama Marine Mammal Stranding Network (ALMMSN)

Description: The Alabama Marine Mammal Stranding Network (ALMMSN), located at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) in Dauphin Island, AL, is recruiting a highly motivated individual to assist with marine mammal stranding response and research in coastal Alabama waters.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Stranding Coordinator collaborates with the Stranding Coordinator, Veterinarian, staff, students, interns and volunteers to enhance reporting and response efforts for marine mammal strandings; collect consistent, high-quality data that are used to determine causes of strandings and death; support research projects; and engage in public education and outreach. Specifically, the position will help monitor a 24-hour stranding hotline; assist with and lead field stranding response; collect, archive and inventory samples; participate in necropsies; manage data and documentation, including writing reports; maintain equipment and ensure safe and clean lab conditions; assist with public outreach activities and volunteer coordination; contribute to research projects, conduct data mining, and data analyses.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, marine science, oceanography, zoology or related program
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting, including ease of speaking to the public and responsible use of social media
  • Physically fit, able to lift at least 50 lbs and strong swimmer
  • Ability to endure long hours under harsh field conditions, including temperatures rangin 20°F-100°F, rain, humidity and biting insects
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
  • Ability to work independently, think logically and apply problem-solving techniques
  • Knowledge and experience operating large vehicles, vessels up to 24’ and trailering (Applicant must obtain an Alabama vessel license and complete a DISL boating safety class within 6 months of beginning employment)
  • Experience with computer software such as MS Office, ArcGIS, and statistical programs
  • Prior experience with stranding response and necropsy (marine mammal or other relevant large-animal experience)
  • Familiarity with MMPA, NOAA/NMFS and USFWS stranding protocols
The position is full-time for 1-year, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. This physically demanding position will include work on some nights, weekends, and holidays and on-call as necessary. Pay is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

How to apply: Applicants must be eligible to legally work in the U.S. at the time of application. Interested applicants, please send a cover letter, CV, list of three references and date of availability to ALMMSN@disl.org before May 20, 2024 to be considered. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a successful applicant is chosen.

DISL is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from an inclusive pool of candidates without regard to identity information. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a successful applicant is chosen. DISL is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from an inclusive pool of candidates without regard to identity information.

To apply for this job email your details to ALMMSN@disl.org