Employment

Marine Animal Entanglement Response Specialist II

Job Type: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Salary: $55,000 Annually

Program Description: The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) is seeking a response specialist for its Marine Animal Entanglement Response program (MAER). CCS is a non-profit institution located in Provincetown, Massachusetts and is internationally known for its marine mammal science and disentanglement work. The MAER program aids marine animals with life-threatening entanglements while simultaneously collecting data needed to better understand and solve the entanglement problem.

Job Description: Response specialists are trained to disentangle whales and sea turtles following strict protocols that emphasize human and animal safety. The program maintains a hotline for reports and specialists are on call to respond to reported events. They are also responsible for program data processing/management, trainee supervision, communicating with the public and maritime community and administrative tasks. MAER also works closely with other CCS marine mammal research programs in the field and the lab, as well as collaborators locally and internationally.

CCS is searching for level-headed candidates that can work calmly and problem solve under stressful conditions.  All training will be provided.

 Prerequisites:

• At least one year of at-sea work experience;
• Excellent computer and communication skills;
• Strong focus and attention to detail;
• Ability to work and communicate well at sea and in a wide range of weather conditions;
• Prior experience working with entangled animals, small boat handling and a background in science are preferred;
• Applicants must be physically able to execute the work of the position. Weekends and scheduling flexibility required.

This position is full-time, year-round, with the potential for annual renewal. It is open to citizens of the US and those authorized to work in the US.
Interested candidates please submit cover letter, resume/CV, and two references to [email protected].  Deadline for applications is Friday April 12.
No phone calls, please.  The Center for Coastal Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Diversity of opinions, experience, and backgrounds is a key asset.

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Scientist, Humpback Whale Studies Program
Job type: Full-time, year-round

The Center for Coastal Studies (Provincetown, MA) is seeking a scientist for its Humpback Whale Studies Program.  Since the 1970s, the Center for Coastal Studies has conducted population research in three oceans with a particular focus on the Gulf of Maine.  The successful candidate will assist the Program Director in a wide range of research activities and program management.

This position focuses on long-term studies of individuals by photo-identification and other techniques and requires extended time at sea and travel for fieldwork.  We are particularly interested in candidates who hold a USCG Captain’s license and those with expertise in mark-recapture, population modeling, assessment of health and human impacts (especially related to large whale entanglement) or laboratory techniques relevant to program research.

A Master’s degree or recent PhD and no less than five years of practical experience is required.  Candidates must have strong technical and communication skills and be able to work well in a team setting.  Anticipated salary range is $65k-$75k per year, commensurate with experience, plus benefits.

Interested candidates should submit cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for two references to [email protected].  Please include “Humpback Research” in the subject line of your submission.

Applications will be considered as received.  Deadline for applications is Friday May 3.  No phone calls, please.
The Center for Coastal Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Diversity of opinions, experience, and backgrounds is a key asset.