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Fisheries Field Operations Coordinator - Harvesting Unit

Pascagoula, Mississippi · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$25k-$35kDetected 20 days ago

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About the role

If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please reach out to our Talent Team or call 774-770-5833.

Serve as project and field coordinator for Harvesting Unit research activities, including planning, execution, and real-time field decision support
Collect biological and fisheries data during field operations in support of gear research and ecosystem studies
Perform data entry, validation, and database development to support long-term research data archiving
Support international outreach efforts, including participation in Turtle Excluder Device (TED) verification and training missions with NOAA and Department of State personnel
Provide intermittent field and operational support to laboratory programs, including gear technology assistance, data collection, and small boat operations
Coordinate multi-agency survey efforts, including stakeholder engagement with NOAA offices, fishery management councils, and partner organizations
AIS is looking for a Fisheries Field Operations Coordinator to support the Southeast Fisheries Science Center's Fisheries Assessment, Technology & Engineering Program.
This position provides scientific, analytical, and field coordination support to fisheries research programs focused on fishing gear technology, ecosystem impacts, and sustainable harvesting practices.
The role integrates field research, data management, stakeholder engagement, and technical reporting to support NOAA's mission of sustainable fisheries management.

Master's degree in marine biology, fisheries science, oceanography, ecology, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in fisheries research, including field data collection and scientific analysis
Knowledge of commercial fishing gear types (trawls, gillnets, seines, longlines) in the Southeast U.S. and Gulf of Mexico
Experience with statistical analysis, data management, and database development
Proficiency in scientific software tools (e.g., R, Python, Excel, or equivalent statistical/analytical platforms)
Experience preparing technical reports and delivering scientific presentations
Ability to comply with NOAA Small Boat Operating Procedures
Ability to operate independently in field and laboratory environments
Coordinate and deliver outreach and training sessions for commercial fishers on federally required fishing gear and best practices

Knowledge of selective fishing methods and gear technology innovation
Experience with fishing gear construction, repair, or evaluation
Experience conducting public outreach, training, or stakeholder engagement
Experience supporting international fisheries programs or interagency coordination
PhD in a related field
Travel Estimated: 25-35% (Includes domestic and potential international travel for field research, outreach, and scientific meetings).
3209 Frederic St, Pascagoula, MS, 39567 - Southeast Fisheries Science Center's Pascagoula Laboratory
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Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience.
This is a full-time position.

AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.

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