Temporary On-Call Marine Ornithologist

Normandeau Associates, Inc., one of the nation’s largest science-based environmental consulting firms, is seeking a temporary, on-call Marine Ornithologist in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk area of Virginia. Field work will include conducting and supporting boat-based bird surveys in the pelagic environment using distance sampling techniques and recording field observations in the SeaScribe application. Field work may require long days on a boat off the coast of Virginia. Work is expected to occur approximately every other month starting in January throughout 2021.

Requirements for the position include:

• Experience with pelagic bird surveys from a boat
• Proficiency with marine bird identification by sight and sound
• Ability to record data accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to estimate distances and measure distances with a rangefinder
• Must be able to interact professionally with other field biologists and the project manager
• Ability to begin work around sunrise and continue for much of the day
• Ability to work with and coordinate with other biologists conducting the same surveys
• Android or iOS based device to run SeaScribe

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sources, biology, or wildlife management
• Experience with distance sampling techniques
• Recording data in SeaScribe

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and able to switch between diverse tasks with ease. Candidates must also be able to work in the United States without Company sponsorship.

As an employee-owned company, Normandeau offers a competitive salary. Please submit a cover letter & resume to hr@normandeau.com. Please use the following in your email subject line:  2020FL09. Normandeau Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer -Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled.