Antarctic Marine Biological Technician

Job description

Overview Lynker Corporation is seeking to hire an Antarctic Marine Biological Technician to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southwest Fisheries Science Center (SWFSC), Ecosystem Science Division (ESD). This is a full-time position anticipated to begin upon contract award. Hiring for this position will be contingent on contract award.* Lynker will be operating under its FLOAT joint venture. The Antarctic Marine Biological Technician will support the U.S. Antarctic Marine Living Resources (AMLR) Program by assisting with field preparation, Antarctic research operations, and post-field data processing. This work supports NOAA’s mandate to provide scientific advice for ecosystem-based management under the Antarctic Marine Living Resources Convention Act. Responsibilities: Duties of the Antarctic Marine Biological Technician will include the following: Pre-Field Season Support: - Maintain inventories of field equipment, gear, and supplies - Coordinate with procurement staff to ensure timely acquisition of equipment and provisions - Organize, pack, and prepare equipment and supplies for shipment to Antarctica - Prepare hazardous materials shipping...