Fisheries Field Operations Coordinator - Harvesting Unit

About the role

The Fisheries Field Operations Coordinator supports the Southeast Fisheries Science Center’s research on gear technology, ecosystem impacts, and sustainable harvesting. The role blends field coordination, data management, stakeholder outreach, and technical reporting to advance NOAA’s sustainable fisheries mission.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and provide real‑time decision support for Harvesting Unit field activities.
• Collect biological and fisheries data during gear research and ecosystem studies.
• Enter, validate, and develop databases for long‑term data archiving.
• Perform statistical and quantitative analyses and produce technical reports and scientific deliverables.
• Prepare scientific publications, presentations, and NOAA internal reports.
• Deliver outreach and training to commercial fishers on required gear and best practices.
• Support international Turtle Excluder Device verification and training missions.
• Coordinate multi‑agency surveys and ensure compliance with NOAA protocols.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in marine biology, fisheries science, oceanography, ecology or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in fisheries research, field data collection and scientific analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in field conditions and collaborate with multiple agencies.

Required skills

• Statistical analysis
• Database development and data entry
• Small‑boat operations

What we offer

• Hourly compensation negotiated based on experience.
• Full‑time position with health, dental, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.
• Opportunities to contribute to high‑impact scientific research and international outreach.