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

• 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

HOW TO APPLY:

If interested, please submit your resume to newvolunteers@savethewater.org. We would love to hear from you!