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Posting Closing Date: 10/17/2025
Pay rate: $23 per hour
Location: Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications:
5 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences and one year of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program can subsitute for the required experience; or A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates with degrees and professional experience directly relevant to the ecology, conservation, or management of wild amphibians and/or reptiles.
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
The incumbent serves as Biological Scientist II in the Reptile, Amphibian and Terrestrial Invertebrate Research Subsection within the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. Assists with research and monitoring of amphibians and reptiles associated with central Florida lakes to provide information needed to better conserve the species; field work will be accompanied by mesocosm experiments to help identify mechanisms impacting amphibian and reptiles with the potential to incorporate invertebrates as well. Incumbent will be primarily responsible for data collection but will also have the opportunity to develop research projects, conduct analyses, and write reports and peer-reviewed publications.
Performs routine administrative duties such as preparation of itineraries, travel vouchers, purchase order requisitions, vehicle operation reports, and other administrative reports. Participates in public outreach efforts as appropriate. Assist with related subsection initiatives and obligations.
Participates in agency committees, initiatives, and teams, and in meetings with other partners from other agencies.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of: 1 – standard methods of data collection and management and the principles and techniques of biological research, including data analysis and publication of results; 2 – biology, conservation, and management of Florida’s amphibians and reptiles; and 3 – ecological analysis techniques. Ability to: 1 – capture and handle wild amphibians and reptiles, 2 – design and conduct scientific studies, 3 – effectively use common word processing and database software and ArcGIS, 4 – analyze ecological data, especially with use of current analytical software programs; 5 – properly collect biological data and organize data efficiently in electronic databases; 6 – write reports and publish results in technical journals; 7 – work effectively alone or with colleagues and partners; 8 - work on an irregular schedule for extended hours, travel overnight as needed, and work in a variety of field conditions; 9 - manage multiple projects simultaneously; and 10 – Safely drive 4WD vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, small boats. Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.