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Fish Biology Field and Laboratory Technician (2 positions)
Duty Location:  United States Geological Survey-Great Lakes Science Center; Ann Arbor, MI
Closing Date: open until filled
Web Address:  Great Lakes Science Center | U.S. Geological Survey<https://www.usgs.gov/centers/great-lakes-science-center>
Position Description

The fish telemetry and behavior lab at the United States Geological Survey-Great Lakes Science Center (USGS-GLSC) in Ann Arbor, MI, is hiring up to two student contractor positions for the 2026-27 field seasons. Incumbents will perform field and laboratory duties associated with fish movement and behavior studies in Lakes Michigan, Huron, Erie and their connecting waters.  Ongoing projects involve documenting behavior of acoustic-tagged Lake Whitefish before and after experimental removal of invasive mussels from known whitefish spawning reefs in Lake Michigan and evaluating spawning activity of hatchery-reared Cisco stocked into Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron.

Applicants will assist project leaders with (1) deploying and retrieving acoustic receivers; (2) downloading data from acoustic receivers; (3) preparing receivers for redeployment; (4) data entry and QAQC; (5) preparation, deployment, and recovery of fish egg traps; (6) processing of egg trap samples in the laboratory; and (7) other duties as assigned.  Opportunities exist to conduct individual research projects and assist with projects of staff and graduate students.
Applicants will be expected to perform tasks in the field, laboratory, and office.  Field work will involve working aboard small vessels on lakes and rivers in inclement weather.
Pay:  $25-$30/hr (no benefits).  Additional information on student services contractor positions with USGS can be found here<https://www.usgs.gov/youth-and-education-in-science/student-services-contractors>.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a background and interest in aquatic ecology and fisheries science and (1) be enrolled in a relevant program (biology, zoology, ecology, fisheries, natural resource management) at a 4-year college or university OR (2) have graduated from a 4-year college or university within the past 24 months.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Preference will be given to applicants with skills and prior experience in the operation and trailering of small boats.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter, resume (or CV), and academic transcripts (unofficial OK) to contact below
Contact

Darryl Hondorp

Research Fishery Biologist
U.S. Geological Survey-Great Lakes Science Center
1451 Green Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105

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