Freshwater Mussel Propagation Specialist

4 weeks ago

Williamsburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

This position provides research technical expertise to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for freshwater mussel conservation and restoration activities. The primary focus is on the South River restoration project, with tasks including mussel broodstock collection, host fish collection, and propagation system construction and maintenance.

Responsibilities
  • Design and implement laboratory and field research in support of mussel conservation activities
  • Conduct physical duties such as lifting, hiking, swimming, SCUBA, and boat operation and maintenance
  • Work independently and collaborate with other project personnel and the public
  • Occasional supervision of others in the lab and field
  • Periodic overnight travel and work on weekends and holidays
Requirements
  • Experience in fisheries or wildlife management, environmental science, or related field with demonstrated experience in conservation aquaculture
  • Experience working with freshwater mussels and/or fish propagation
  • SCUBA certification or ability to obtain
  • Boater safety or ability to obtain
  • VA driver's license or ability to obtain
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in fisheries or wildlife management, environmental science, or related field with demonstrated experience in conservation aquaculture
  • Prior experience with freshwater mussels other than propagation, such as field-related work
  • Experience leading independent research projects
  • Experience leading field crews and/or managing aquaculture facilities or labs

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