Marine Scientist/Biologist

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. Stantec has an immediate need for a part-time or full-time Marine Biologist to join our North Atlantic Marine Resources program. The successful candidate will support senior staff on both small- and large-scale multi-discipline projects with a high degree of technical complexity and a significant marine focus. This support would include projects involving aquatic restoration/remediation, transportation infrastructure, offshore wind, offshore oil and gas, and port/harbor and waterfront development. Work would include sediment sampling, field surveys, natural resource monitoring, habitat assessments, baseline data collection and data management, statistical analyses, technical report writing, drafting permit application documents, and desktop analysis for a variety of marine projects. Key Responsibilities Field work, travel, and work in variable conditions Collection of water, sediment, and tissue samples for contaminant analysis Literature reviews, research, and technical writing Data management and quality assurance Preparing environmental impact assessments and marine species/habitat consultations (e.g., Essential Fish Habitat Assessments, ESA Section 7 consultations, Biological Assessments, and Environmental Assessments) State and federal permitting (State of Maine experience preferred) Identifying freshwater and/or marine fish and invertebrate species Intertidal and subtidal habitat and substrate mapping and assessment Acoustic telemetry Dive surveys Capabilities and Credentials Expertise in marine biological resources Expertise in sediment collection for contaminant analysis Strong social skills and ability to communicate across a broad range of audiences/technical backgrounds. Trained Protected Species Observer SCUBA certification and scientific diving experience HAZWOPER 40-hour certification Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required). Working knowledge of field sampling techniques Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work in rural settings and flexibility in undertaking work assignments and work independently for long hours in the field as necessary. Skilled at technical writing Experience with federal and state consultations and permitting/authorizations pertaining to marine resources and habitats Exhibits a strong attention to detail Conscientious, organized, and disciplined Open-minded and curious; shows an ability to focus on possibilities, not pre-conceived solutions Enthusiastic, with a positive outlook and a sense of humor Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center. Proficient in MS Office applications Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license Experience with driving boats, trailers, and/or ATV is an asset Education and Experience Minimum of Bachelor of Science in marine biology, aquatic biology, fisheries, marine science, wildlife biology, or a related discipline from a recognized university. Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience, which must include technical environmental and marine projects. Environmental consulting experience preferable. Pay Range Various Locations in ME, VA - $51,100.00 - $74,200.00 Annually Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas - $56,800.00 - $82,400.00 Annually Benefits Summary Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, termination or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. 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