This job listing can also be found on the Cramer Fish Sciences website.

Working under the guidance of a Senior Biological Technician, Rotary Screw Trap Technician assists CFS scientists in conducting field work on rotary screw traps, data collection, marking fish, data input, QA/QC and analysis, and general problem solving.

This is a seasonal/temporary role with 4 openings and approximate 11 month duration, starting in February.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain rotary screw traps
• Perform hands on work which will include fish trapping, PIT tagging, and panjet marking
• Safely conduct field work independently following sampling protocols
• Collecting physical environmental data
• Enter Data into databases 
• Coordinate acquisition, maintenance, repairs, replacement, and organization of all equipment and supplies needed for field work

Education/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries, Biology, or related science degree, and/or four years of related experience, or combination of undergraduate education and related experience
• Fisheries Expertise:  Demonstrated ability to work alone or as part of a team collecting high-quality field or laboratory data. Working knowledge of the scientific method and its application in field experiments.
• Demonstrated expertise and passion about science, natural resources and resolving complex fishery problems.
• Demonstrated skills in data collection
• Effective time management
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Valid Driver’s license
  

Personal Attributes:

• Positive energy as evidenced in an optimistic outlook, a sense of humor and a disposition to encourage
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Strong organization and coordination skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Environmental Science experience including, stream ecology, fisheries, or limnology
• Experience operating rotary screw traps and handling and marking fish
• Familiarity with the Willamette Valley
• Effectively work remotely, away from home office with minimal supervision
• Work independently or as part of a team
• Handle multiple tasks with overlapping deadlines
• Accurately interpret and follow established protocols, guidelines, and procedures
• Produce accurate, timely and quality work products
• Available to work irregular hours (including weekends and evenings) in various kinds of weather and potentially rugged terrain
• Travel – field work may require extended travel to remote areas for 2-3 days at a time. 
• Able to drive safely in a variety of weather conditions for extended distances.
• Experience operating kayaks, outboard motors, 4-wheel drive vehicles, trailers and other equipment utilized in field surveys and studies