Requisition ID: 62982
Position: Scientist
Location: Nashville, TN 37216 (100% Onsite from day one)
Duration: 6 Months plus *(7.5 Hours a day)
Skills Required:
· Analytical Skills
· Clinic Experience
· Critical Thinking
Required:
· Enter macro-invertebrate data into an access database; includes saving the document in the proper format for further work by the manager.
· After training, properly clean a semi-quantitative macro-invertebrate sample for preparation to sort/pick macro-invertebrates from the debris that was collected.
· After training, properly complete the headings and internal labels for all samples that are being processed for further analysis.
· After training, sort/pick macro-invertebrates from the previously cleaned semi-quantitative samples for further analysis.
· Permanently mount specific organisms for further identification.
· Organize the diatom photo library for clients; includes naming the photos and storing them in one central location.
· Take photos of the macro-invertebrate specimens in the reference collection for clients.
· Gather specimens in the SEMN (Southeastern Monitoring Network) project for sending for verification; includes typing information into an excel spreadsheet, packaging them for shipment, and putting them back in the collection for storage.
· Dispose of old samples and collect waste alcohol for disposal.
· Review and “second check” information that has been entered into the LIMS (laboratory information management system).
· Assist with fish filleting (prepping area, cleaning after, scaling fish); review and “second check” information on chain of custody forms after processing.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Nashville, TN 37219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person