<p>USGS Student Contractor positions - Large Vessel Tech and Data Management</p> <p>United States Geological Survey - Tunison Laboratory</p> <p>Oswego, NY</p> <p>Closing Date: Dec 17, 2025</p> <p>Web Address: https://www.usgs.gov/centers/great-lakes-science-center</p> <p>Description</p> <p>The USGS Great Lakes Science Center's Tunison Laboratory of Aquatic Science (Cortland, NY) and Lake Ontario Biological Stations (Oswego, NY) are hiring up to four full-time (40 hours/week), 12-month Student Contractor positions to assist with fisheries research. We are looking for recently graduated (within the last 12-months) individuals who are excited to work collaboratively as part of a team.</p> <p>The pay rate is $20.81/hour for candidates with a bachelor's degree, and $31.52/hour for those with a master's degree. The start date is February 2026, but other start dates will be considered. These 12-month positions could be extended for an additional year depending on funding (2 years maximum).</p> <ol> <li>Large Research Vessel Position, BA/BS (Lake Ontario Biological Station in Oswego, NY): </li></ol> <ul> <li>This individual will work as part of a team and support research associated with Lake Ontario surveys conducted on the R/V Kaho (70' vessel) working out of Oswego, NY. </li><li>Requires living and working aboard a rocking vessel for periods of up to 12 days, lifting 50 pounds, and working in adverse weather conditions during the day and night. </li><li>Laboratory work includes fish age interpretation, data management, video habitat characterization and other sample processing. </li><li>Must pass a no-cost pre-employment physical, enroll in a random drug testing program and be able to obtain a passport for work in Canada. </li><li>Field gear is provided, and travel will be paid for. </li></ul> <ol start="2"> <li>Information Management Position, BS/MS (Lake Ontario Biological Station in Oswego, NY): </li></ol> <ul> <li>This individual will work with multiple research teams to collate, manage, and publish data associated with long-term surveys and research projects. </li><li>Contribute to ongoing processes that are modernizing field and laboratory data collection and processing. </li><li>Perform reviews of data releases and manuscripts prior to publication. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>To apply, send an email to Eric Bruestle (ebruestle@usgs.gov) with the subject line "Student Contractor Position" and attach your resume/CV, unofficial transcripts, and cover letter that identifies which position you prefer. We will begin reviewing applications on 12/17/25 and continue until the position is filled.</p> <p>Please contact Eric with any questions or for more specifics regarding the Student Contractor positions.</p> <p>Contact</p> <p>Eric Bruestle</p> <p>USGS Lake Ontario Biological Station</p> <p>eric.bruestle@usgs.gov</p>