Marine Biologist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alaska.

📋 Description

• Biologists embark on voyages that typically range from two to ten days aboard vessels measuring between 40 to 125 feet in length.

• They meticulously document the gear and fishing activities of the vessel.

• A station is established on the deck to gather catch and bycatch data, while also recording interactions with marine mammals and seabirds.

• Following a three-week (in-person) paid training session in Seattle, WA from (7/13/2026 - 7/31/2026), biologists will be deployed from various ports across Alaska.

• The types of gear utilized include benthic and pelagic trawls, hook and line, and pots.

• Observing is recognized as an outstanding career in marine biology, with Biologists being acknowledged as proficient and capable field specialists.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the natural sciences.

• A minimum of 30 semester hours or equivalent in biological sciences.

• At least one course that involved extensive use of dichotomous keys.

• A minimum of five semester hours in mathematics, which must include one course in statistics.

• All relevant coursework must have been completed at a level acceptable for credit at the candidate’s academic institution.

• Proficiency in data entry on computers is required.

• Candidates must be U.S. citizens.

• Candidates must possess physical capability, as verified by a licensed physician’s certification, to perform the duties of a biologist.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.

• Vacation time.

• Sick leave.

• Holiday pay.

• Data quality/performance incentives.

• Service awards.

• Fitness center reimbursement.

• Referral bonus.