Biological Science Technician
Biological Science Technician (Fisheries)
Duties
You will assist aquatic research biologists with investigations of the biological and physical-chemical components of the park's aquatic ecosystem by carrying out sampling programs that require following established protocols. All sampling programs require the keeping of accurate records and the compilation of data. The most common duties performed will include a variety of field tasks such as fish sampling, water quality sampling, zooplankton sampling, sediment sampling, and general resource management. Data will be collected from a boat using various instruments, and water samples will be collected with assorted sampling equipment. Laboratory work including sample handling, preparation, and analysis will also be performed on a routine basis, and the employee will be responsible for keeping aquatic research equipment in optimum working condition.
You must be physically able to hike distances of up to six miles (one-way) over rough terrain, carrying loads of up to 50 pounds. Data recording and management will also be integral to this position. The employee may have the opportunity to participate on field trips involving a wide variety of research.
Positions may be filled at either the GS-04 ($17.35 Per Hour) and GS-05 ($18.96 Per Hour) level.
Some of the duties you will perform include but are not limited to:
- Sample fish by multiple methods in a set of study lakes in the backcountry of Voyageurs National Park
- Collect data and samples in support of two water quality monitoring programs
- Participate in research projects focused on fish communities, harmful algal blooms, and aquatic invasive species
- Assist higher-level specialists/technicians in conducting monitoring to detect aquatic invasive species.
- Perform laboratory work associated with this research and monitoring
- Operate motorboats to travel to work destinations. Motorboat training will be provided.
- Open & closing dates
01/06/2025 to 01/13/2025
This job will close when we have received 60 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
- Salary
$17.64 - $19.33 per hour
- Pay scale & grade
GS 4 - 5
- Location
5 vacancies in the following location:
- Remote job
No
- Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
- Travel Required
Not required
- Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
- Appointment type
Temporary - not-to-exceed 1039 hours
- Work schedule
Full-time
- Service
Competitive
- Promotion potential
None