What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Assistant - Seasonal position at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies?
The start date will be on or around May 12, 2025, with a flexible end date between August and October 26th. Exact start and end dates are open to negotiation.
Position Summary :
The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies seeks two summer project assistants to assist in collecting samples from the Hudson River. This study is part of a large multi-partner effort to sustain and redefine ecosystem and fisheries monitoring in this iconic river system.
Successful applicants will spend approximately 80% of their time conducting fieldwork on the Hudson River estuary between Troy and Manhattan. The remainder will be spent on lab and office work. The fieldwork will be conducted primarily from small boats and shore. The position is based at the Cary Institute in Millbrook, New York.
Essential Responsibilities :
Specific responsibilities include assisting in the collection of biological, chemical, and physical measurements and samples and identification of zooplankton, zoobenthos, and phytoplankton.
Required Qualifications :
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Have a valid and clean driver's license.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
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Closing Date :
The positions are open until they are filled.
Salary :
These are hourly, nonexempt, non-benefited positions with an hourly wage range of $20-$23, depending on qualifications. The Cary Institute has a 35-hour work week.
There is potential for modestly priced on-site housing at the Cary Institute.
About Cary :
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is a leading independent environmental research organization dedicated to understanding ecosystems and addressing key environmental challenges. With a focus on freshwater, forests, disease, and cities, our scientists are global experts in ecology and tackle issues such as climate change, invasive species, and human impacts on land and water. Our research informs policy and management decisions to protect the environment and improve human wellbeing, with notable contributions to the Clean Air Act amendments, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and the Environmental Protection Agency.
At Cary Institute, we prioritize sharing our science to enhance ecological literacy and foster informed decision-making. Through a variety of educational programs, we aim to engage students, decision makers, and the public while training the next generation of ecologists and resource managers. Our work spans both local and global scales, with significant impact on ecosystems such as the Hudson River, the Catskill and Adirondack forests, and the Baltimore watershed, making our research science in the service of society.
The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. It is the policy of the Cary Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Salary : $20 - $23
