Hydropower Research Scientist – Fisheries Expert

1 day ago


Columbia, South Carolina, United States Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research on the effects of hydropower operations on fish passage and survival in the Pacific Northwest region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct fieldwork, including deploying, retrieving, and maintaining acoustic and radio telemetry equipment, as well as tagging and handling live fish.
  • Collect and analyze data, including data from telemetry equipment and fish populations.
  • Assist with laboratory studies, including handling fish, conducting necropsies, and maintaining fish populations in aquaculture facilities.
  • Develop and implement study designs, including mark-recapture study designs and survival estimation.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as fisheries, environmental sciences, or biology, within the past 24 months or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 required.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by scientific publications and conference presentations.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
  • Experience with fieldwork, including handling and tagging live fish, and managing large datasets.
  • Knowledge of telemetry study design and array maintenance, as well as mark-recapture study designs and survival estimation.
  • Boat driving experience is desirable.
Working Conditions

The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced environment with long hours, inclement weather, and industrial hydroelectric projects. The position may also require extensive travel.

Additional Information

US Citizenship is required due to business needs and client space. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements.



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