University of Florida
Biological Scientist II
Classification Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience; or Master's in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.
Job Description Primary responsibility: oversight of data collection and analysis of age and growth for various fish species along Florida’s west coast. Responsibilities include:
Supervise and maintain quality control/assurance in otolith measurements among graduate students, technicians, and undergraduate student assistants.
Measure otolith increments.
Document and exchange otolith samples with state and federal partners (requires state vehicle operation).
Timely input of data and maintenance of database.
Secondary responsibility: participate in biannual dive surveys for fish composition and distribution on reefs. Includes:
Part of dive team conducting underwater visual surveys of reef fish with Dr. Robbie Lamb’s lab at UF.
Identify common Florida reef fish; training provided for other species.
Previous diving experience to allow AAUS scientific diver certification within 1‑2 months.
Minimum 20 coastal/ocean dives and mandatory dive physical prior to employment.
Ability to lift 50 lbs and operate state vehicle for transport of equipment.
Research requires ~9‑10 weeks per year in field, with ~7‑8 weeks overnight in south/north Florida.
Other Responsibilities
Statistically analyze age, growth, and sexual maturity of each species using R (collaborating with Dr. Murie) and contribute to biannual reports, peer‑reviewed publications, and conference presentations.
Assist with maintenance of lab and field equipment, including filing vehicle logs, purchasing supplies, organizing maintenance of equipment (microscopes, digital imaging, truck, vessel, dive gear) and maintaining lab safety protocols.
This is a time‑limited position dependent on grant funding for 5 years, with possibility of renewal.
Expected Salary $47,000.00
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field with 3 years experience; or Master’s in biology or related field with 1 year experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in biology or closely related field with one year relevant experience; or Bachelors with three years experience.
Experience in recreational or commercial fisheries or fisheries‑related field.
Experience with otoliths and/or microscope digital image software.
Experience in SCUBA surveys for fish, invertebrates, habitat, etc.
Experience with trailering and operating small vessels.
Experience maintaining large databases; attention to detail and well organized.
Experience with basic statistics and working in R.
Excellent written and oral communication skills as evidenced by publications and presentations.
Previous diving experience that would allow AAUS scientific diver certification within 1‑2 months and minimum 20 coastal/ocean dives.
Health Assessment Required Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants Upload a cover letter and resume (including references) with application. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of posting end date.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience; or Master's in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.
Job Description Primary responsibility: oversight of data collection and analysis of age and growth for various fish species along Florida’s west coast. Responsibilities include:
Supervise and maintain quality control/assurance in otolith measurements among graduate students, technicians, and undergraduate student assistants.
Measure otolith increments.
Document and exchange otolith samples with state and federal partners (requires state vehicle operation).
Timely input of data and maintenance of database.
Secondary responsibility: participate in biannual dive surveys for fish composition and distribution on reefs. Includes:
Part of dive team conducting underwater visual surveys of reef fish with Dr. Robbie Lamb’s lab at UF.
Identify common Florida reef fish; training provided for other species.
Previous diving experience to allow AAUS scientific diver certification within 1‑2 months.
Minimum 20 coastal/ocean dives and mandatory dive physical prior to employment.
Ability to lift 50 lbs and operate state vehicle for transport of equipment.
Research requires ~9‑10 weeks per year in field, with ~7‑8 weeks overnight in south/north Florida.
Other Responsibilities
Statistically analyze age, growth, and sexual maturity of each species using R (collaborating with Dr. Murie) and contribute to biannual reports, peer‑reviewed publications, and conference presentations.
Assist with maintenance of lab and field equipment, including filing vehicle logs, purchasing supplies, organizing maintenance of equipment (microscopes, digital imaging, truck, vessel, dive gear) and maintaining lab safety protocols.
This is a time‑limited position dependent on grant funding for 5 years, with possibility of renewal.
Expected Salary $47,000.00
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field with 3 years experience; or Master’s in biology or related field with 1 year experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in biology or closely related field with one year relevant experience; or Bachelors with three years experience.
Experience in recreational or commercial fisheries or fisheries‑related field.
Experience with otoliths and/or microscope digital image software.
Experience in SCUBA surveys for fish, invertebrates, habitat, etc.
Experience with trailering and operating small vessels.
Experience maintaining large databases; attention to detail and well organized.
Experience with basic statistics and working in R.
Excellent written and oral communication skills as evidenced by publications and presentations.
Previous diving experience that would allow AAUS scientific diver certification within 1‑2 months and minimum 20 coastal/ocean dives.
Health Assessment Required Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants Upload a cover letter and resume (including references) with application. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of posting end date.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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