The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery – exploring fundamental biology, understanding marine biodiversity and the environment, and informing the human condition through research and education. 

Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago.

Industry: Research Services
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Marine Biological Laboratory

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**Description**

The Teichberg lab at the MBL seeks a highly motivated individual to join The Ecosystems Center as a full-time Research Assistant I for 12 months to assist with ongoing research projects in seagrass ecology, conservation, and restoration. The successful candidate will help carry out seagrass surveys and environmental sample collections in the field within coastal and estuarine seagrass habitats. Tasks will also include processing of environmental samples in the laboratory, helping to maintain seagrass cultures, and setting up flow-through seawater tank experiments in the Marine Resource Center. Some time may be allocated to assist with our educational programs and co-mentoring student project.

**Basic Qualifications**

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Marine Biology or Environmental Science, as well as some working experience with seagrass ecology. Strong field skills required, including operating small boats and snorkeling, and knowledge of methods for sampling of water, sediment, and marine organisms in coastal and estuarine environments. Laboratory skills in measuring seagrass morphological traits, water and sediment nutrient analyses, maintenance of plant/algal cultures, and general knowledge of use of laboratory equipment preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience as a teaching assistant and with mentoring students and must be able to work independently and in a team.

**Physical Requirements**

Field work in aquatic environments is necessary and will include carrying heavy/bulky field equipment and samples to and from sites. Swimming, snorkeling, and/or wading in shallow water will also be required for field work. Driving of MBL vehicles and operation of small boats necessary. Some tasks will also take place in a wet-lab environment setting up large tanks in the Marine Resources Center.

**Application Instructions**

Please submit the following documents with your application:

- Cover Letter

- Curriculum Vitae/Resume

- Names and contact information for three references. Please do not submit unsolicited letters.

MBL is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where diverse experiences and perspectives combine to better the advancement of scientific inquiry and discovery.

**The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) reserves the right to determine final compensation based on a comprehensive evaluation of market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. **

Research Assistant I (Full Time / 12 months)

Job Details

**Description**

**Position Summary:**

The MBL seeks a highly motivated individual to join the National ~~Xenopus ~~ Resource (NXR) at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) as a research assistant and animal care technician. The successful candidate will contribute to projects within the NXR and will be involved with the generation and husbandry of ~~Xenopus ~~ ~~laevis ~~ and ~~Xenopus ~~ ~~tropicalis ~~ frogs.

Additional Information: Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Husbandry for ~~Xenopus ~~ ~~laevis ~~ and ~~Xenopus ~~ ~~tropicalis ~~ frogs, maintenance of modular life support systems for holding frogs, breeding of frogs, microscopy, data entry, general lab organization and maintenance. Daily observation of animals in the facility is an essential duty. Other responsibilities include other lab work, cryopreservation and working with visiting scientists.

**Basic Qualifications**

A bachelor’s degree in science, or equivalent experience, is required. This position requires an independent, organized, and self-motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Working weekends, occasional holidays, and on-call emergency response on a rotating basis with other staff is a requirement of this five-day-a week position.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Animal handling is an asset.

**Physical Requirements**

This job requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs., bend and work on tight spaces, work from 4ft ladders, and work with standard hand and mechanical tools and chemicals, some of which are harsh (eg. Bleach).

Research Assistant I NXR - Horb Lab

The USGS is a science organization that provides impartial information on the health of our ecosystems and environment, the natural hazards that threaten us, the natural resources we rely on, the impacts of climate and land-use change, and the core science systems that help us provide timely, relevant, and useable information.

Industry: Research Services
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Geologist

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