Research & Engineering Associate: Water Sampling (In-person)

Save the Water • Volunteer • Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States • 1w ago

Job Description

Hybrid position in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
Associates are expected to put in a minimum of 6 hours per week.
STW(tm) welcomes volunteers who are seeking skill-based volunteering opportunity. STW(tm) shall provide "letter of recommendation" professionals who demonstrate outstanding contribution for professional references.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide in-person water sampling support in the Florida Everglades and surrounding area
Conduct chemical and microbiological water quality experiments
Solve practical problems to troubleshoot and optimize experimental and analytical tasks
Document observations, analyze data, and interpret results
Communicate findings and environmental recommendations via technical reports and presentation decks

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline, such as environmental science, chemistry, ecology, marine biology, or civil engineering
Experience conducting fieldwork, preferably in a marine environment
Experience conducting wet lab chemistry, microbiology, and/or water research experiments
Experience operating or working on a boat is an asset
Strong research, critical thinking, analytical, technical communication, and learning skills