Gear Research Training Specialist Job at Think Tank, Inc., Massachusetts

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  • Think Tank, Inc.
  • Massachusetts

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

*US Citizenship Required

*Onsite Position at a NEFSC Facility and at field locations

*Proposal Effort, Position is Subject to Contract Award

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

NEFSC is dedicated to developing and testing gear modifications to reduce the bycatch of sea turtles, marine mammals, and other protected species. Think Tank is seeking a Gear Research Training Specialist to provide hands-on training, troubleshooting support, and outreach services for fishermen and fishing industry partners.

This position is highly field-oriented, requiring extensive time at sea and in fishing communities, and provides the opportunity to directly impact sustainable fishing practices and marine conservation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Train fishermen in the use of on-demand gear technologies to reduce protected species bycatch.

  • Conduct training in gear modifications for bottom trawl gear (including Turtle Excluder Device [TED] testing).

  • Train fishermen in gear modifications for aquaculture gear aimed at reducing sea turtle and marine mammal bycatch.

  • Assist fishermen in troubleshooting and fixing gear or technology issues.

  • Use government-provided manuals, methods, and training to support consistent implementation of gear research protocols.

  • Prepare for and de-stage from gear research and training projects.

  • Contribute to research reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

  • Stay on vessels for up to one month and travel as needed for fieldwork (including hotel stays).

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

  • Fishing vessel safety training.

  • Experience conducting gear research projects on commercial fishing vessels.

  • Previous experience entering data into computerized systems while at sea.

  • Willingness to spend up to 2 weeks on commercial fishing vessels , working up to 16 hours/day .

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs safely on a rolling vessel.

  • Corrected 20/20 vision .

  • Ability to work 12-hour days on small boats .

  • Ability to work independently in field conditions when necessary.

  • Prior experience working with the fishing industry.

Job Tags

16 hours, Contract work, Work at office,

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