Job no: 492900
Work type: Casual/Temporary
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Hourly

Title: Field Research Assistant - Seasonal
Department: Sciences
Duration: 6 months
Job Summary
The Vantuna Research Group (www.oxy.edu/vantuna-research-group) at Occidental College is seeking experienced AAUS scientific divers to assist with its extensive grant-funded field programs. We research nearshore marine systems throughout the Southern California Bight and work on a variety of studies including MPA research, rocky reef restoration, NPDES monitoring, and long-term monitoring of rocky reefs. Our research program conducts fieldwork 2-5 days a week, year-round. It is essential that the applicant be able to accurately interpret and follow established guidelines and procedures, and collect accurate data.

Successful applicants can expect to work a set schedule of three days per week (either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 24 hours/week, plus potential overtime). Workdays not in the field are spent on campus in the office and laboratory. Opportunities to work additional days may be available. Most field research is conducted out of King Harbor in Redondo Beach. Other locations may include San Pedro, Dana Point, Oceanside, Santa Barbara, and San Diego. Applicants must be able to transport self and dive gear to these locations. On occasion, employees may have the opportunity to work evenings, weekends, or on multi-day trips, if available and willing.
Job Duties

• An experienced AAUS scuba diver and familiar with nearshore fauna of the Southern California Bight. Able to accurately identify and count algae, invertebrates, and fishes and collect additional data while scuba diving. Must also be able to perform work tasks (e.g., collecting sediment cores, deploying and retrieving equipment) while diving. - (Essential)
• Assists with other non-diving field research including, but not limited to, water quality monitoring, otter trawling, plankton tows, purse seines, beach seines, and topside diver support as needed. - (Essential)
• Prepares dive gear and other equipment for field days. - (Essential)
• Performs various laboratory tasks, data entry, and QA/QC. - (Essential)
• Represents the College and program director in a positive manner to contracting organizations, subcontractors, and other College representatives and employees. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant scientific field
• Experience conducting subtidal biological surveys and knowledge of taxonomy and identification of southern California marine algae, invertebrates, and fishes
• Experience with Microsoft Office software.
• Must provide and maintain all dive gear; tanks and survey equipment will be provided and maintained by VRG
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Able to work safely in adverse weather conditions in a variety of demanding environmental conditions, and have strong swimming abilities for water-based fieldwork
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 including booster shots, when eligible

Preferred Qualifications

• Current AAUS dive certification (required; no exceptions) with a minimum of 50 logged scientific dives and 60’ depth certification (100’ preferred)
• Experienced in the operation and trailering of small boats (up to 25’), MOTC/MOCC course completion a plus.
• Trained in CRANE, Kelp Forest Monitoring Program, or PISCO protocol
• Nitrox certification (preferred)

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $21.00 - $22.00/hr

Advertised: 01 Jan 2023 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

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