Coral Restoration Technician
(Posted 09/21/2021)

Target Audience: Technician/Staff


Institution: Mote Marine Laboratory Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration (IC2R3), Summerland Key, Florida

Institutional Web Link: http://www.mote.org

Description of Internship or Research Opportunity: Primary Function: This position is primarily to support Mote’s coral restoration activities, including coral husbandry and maintenance duties associated with both in-situ (offshore) and ex-situ (land-based) coral nurseries, outplanting nursery-grown corals to restoration sites, monitoring corals for health and survival, and other associated research projects.

Primary Duties:

• Conduct extensive coral restoration related activities, involving SCUBA diving.
• In-situ (offshore) and ex-situ (land-based) nursery maintenance and coral husbandry.
• Outplant nursery-grown corals to various reef sites.
• Conduct routine monitoring and photo-documentation of outplanted corals.
• Construct and maintain nursery structures and field equipment.
• Assist with data collection, data entry, and report writing.

Additional duties as needed to support other Mote research/restoration projects, assist visiting scientists, participate in outreach and education activities, and other tasks related to the daily operation of a full service marine laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications or Requirements:

• B.S. degree in the marine or biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• SCUBA certified (Rescue Diver or higher certification preferred).
• Meet and maintain AAUS Scientific Diver standards, including medical requirements.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Ability to be an adaptable and collegial member of team, self-motivated, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prior experience working in tropical marine ecosystems, and identification of Caribbean corals.
• Previous research diving experience (coral restoration experience preferred).
• Ability to lift heavy objects or equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Working knowledge of basic computer software (Windows, Word, Excel) required.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment, work independently on certain tasks with minimal direct supervision, and good practical problem-solving abilities.
• Normal hours are 7:30 – 4:30 M-F; however, occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.


Funding Source: Other


How to Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing 2021 Coral Restoration Technician at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm October 1, 2021.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify



Application Closing Date: 10/01/2021

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