Job Description

The primary duties of the Fisheries Field Technician will involve assisting with fostering positive relationships within the fishing community. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with a professional phone demeanor and comfort in engaging with the public. The technician must be highly organized, capable of prioritizing tasks, and able to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

One of the sampling programs will include verifying weights and condition of lobsters for quality, the completion of scientific data sheets, entering data into a spreadsheet or database, and assisting in the preparation of results for presentation to project participants and FSRS members.

They may also participate in the development and implementation of other data collection projects. The individual will need to be comfortable on a commercial fishing vessel for full days in various weather conditions. The individual will also be responsible for distribution and track distribution of scientific equipment to FSRS members and maintain equipment.

Experience and Knowledge

Field of Study - Marine Biology or Biology preferred.

Must have reliable vehicle and valid driver's licence.

Must be willing to conduct sampling on commercial fishing vessels

Must be willing to go to lobster plants and wharves to conduct sampling.

Experience using databases/spreadsheets, in particular Access and Excel.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Initiative and motivation.

Able to work independently and be organized.

Able to keep accurate and detailed documentation of work.

Competency with Word.

Basic knowledge of fish biology.

Knowledge or experience in sampling procedures.

Familiarity with fisheries research and the fishing industry an asset.

Marine Emergency Duties (MED) training an asset

Work Term Outcomes

The work term will provide the employee with practical work experience in a multidisciplinary setting which will better equip the student to obtain meaningful employment upon graduation. The applicant will gain experience in:

scientific data collection, data entry,

report preparation and presentation,

effective communication of scientific results to non-technical audiences,

sampling and scientific protocols,

computer skills (databases, word processing, spreadsheet, and internet),

use and maintenance of scientific equipment,

scientific sampling,

written and verbal communication skills,

networking with industry personnel and scientific community,

working independently, time management



In addition to gaining experience in the preceding tasks, the applicant will gain experience in a diversity of scientific fields, such as fisheries biology and oceanography, and will develop an extensive network of contacts upon which they can draw to obtain long-term employment.

Work Information

Employer: Fishermen and Scientists Research Society

Number of Positions: up to 2 positions in HRM

Locations of Work: Remotely from home, and out in the field including on fishing vessels

Period of Work Part time: May 12 - July 5th, 2025

Estimated number of weeks: 8 weeks

Hours of Work: 25 hours/week

Rate of Pay: $20/hour + 4% vacation pay

Travel and Meal Allowance provided

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Data collection: 1 year (required)
Work Location: On the road

Expected start date: 2025-05-12