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Mote Marine Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote Marine Laboratory participates in E-Verify.
Unless otherwise noted all positions are located in Sarasota, Florida.
General duties to be performed include inorganic chemical and physical analyses (water/sediment quality parameters), participation in field sampling which may include travel, operations from trucks or boats, occasional evening/night/weekend shifts, and driving laboratory vehicles both with and without boat trailers
| General Duties to be performed:
General duties to be performed include inorganic chemical and physical analyses (water/sediment quality parameters), participation in field sampling which may include travel, operations from trucks or boats, occasional evening/night/weekend shifts, and driving laboratory vehicles both with and without boat trailers. All activities are carried out according the Mote Marine Lab Quality Assurance Plan including operation and maintenance of scientific equipment, preparations for field trips, sample analyses, and data quality assessments. Proficiency is expected for work on computers, and, after initial training, on water quality instrumentation, navigation and safety equipment, balances, pH meters, and spectrophotometers, and the like. In general, Staff Chemists will develop skills in particular laboratory analyses and activities and accept assignment to specific projects. This position is currently about 80% lab work and 20% experimental or fieldwork including work on boats (with the possibility of some overnight (1 night to 1 month) research vessel time. Emergency CPR, First Aid, and Coast Guard small vessel safety courses are available through the laboratory and a Staff Chemist will be expected to obtain these certifications within a finite period. This position is expected to be detail oriented, organized, and able to work both independently and part of a team.
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| Education Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in chemistry from an accredited university. In lieu of a chemistry degree, course work in other natural science areas or employment in a related field will be considered.
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| Special Qualifications/Previous Experience:
Familiarity with National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) standards is a benefit, though not required. Familiarity with AutoAnalyzers (for nutrient analyses) also a benefit. Must have some basic chemistry lab experience and knowledge. Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.
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To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Staff Chemist” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm December 30, 2024
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.
Program Background:
Mote Marine Laboratory’s Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program (STCRP) has monitored sea turtle activity for nearly four decades. The program supports conservation of the marine turtles (Caretta caretta and Chelonia mydas) of the central Gulf Coast of Florida through the collection of fundamental biological data about the nesting, hatching, foraging, and migrations of sea turtles in Sarasota County. The STCRP is a community-based program consisting of 5-7 staff members, 10-15 interns, and approximately 300 volunteers who monitor 35 miles of beach for sea turtle activity. The STCRP also works with agencies throughout the state to support conservation efforts for these federally protected marine turtles (read more about the program at www.mote.org/seaturtles).
Job Description:
Intern Coordination o Liaise with Intern office related to intern hiring, issues, etc. o Take lead on intern hiring process o Oversee intern performance and formal feedback (mid-way evaluation and exit interview) o Provide conflict resolution for intern-involved issues and escalate as needed o Coordinate extracurricular activities for interns throughout internship o Develop/execute intern appreciation o Remain point of contact for interns after exit for all letter of recommendation requests
Conduct field Work o Fulfill requirements of an FWC Marine Turtle Permit Holders o Assist in selection, training, supervision, and performance evaluations of interns on beach and in office o Identify sea turtle crawls by species o Locate, document and mark (via GPS coordinates, stakes, and triangulation) sea turtle nest sites in accordance to local and FWC protocols o Relocate sea turtle nests, when necessary
Participate in research o Develop and participate in research projects o Search and apply for relevant grants as related o Attend regional, state, and national/international meetings and/or training workshops on sea turtle biology and issues
Minimum qualifications:
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
Capable of working with little or no daily supervision
Team player with a positive attitude
Capable of working well under pressure
Fast worker/learner
Ability to multitask
Ability to interact with different personalities in a professional manner
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to speak comfortably in front of a crowd and on camera
Working Conditions/Hours:
Field work can be strenuous, may require walking long distances in soft sand, and is conducted every morning of the nesting season despite inclement weather. Hot, buggy, sandy, or wet conditions can be expected.
Working hours for this position are flexible, depending upon meeting the necessary monitoring during sea turtle nesting season. This position will require working on a weekend rotation with other staff members. This is a 40 hour per week position, though longer hours may be required during nesting season.
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Staff Biologist – STCRP” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm January 15, 2025
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.
Description
The Education Specialist will assist with instruction of educational programs at Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration (IC2R3). The Education Specialist works closely with staff, volunteers, and interns in the Education Department and throughout the Lab to ensure that our mission and the needs of the audiences are being met. This position will be based in Summerland Key, Florida.
Description
The Education Specialist will assist with instruction of educational programs at Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration (IC2R3). The Education Specialist works closely with staff, volunteers, and interns in the Education Department and throughout the Lab to ensure that our mission and the needs of the audiences are being met. This position will be based in Summerland Key, Florida.
The Education Specialist will work in the classroom, laboratory, community and in the field.
General duties include, but are not limited to:
Schedule
Average of 40 hours per week. Schedule varies based on programming schedule and will include some weekend shifts. Occasional evening shifts may be required.
Minimum Requirements
Supervision
The Education Specialist is directly supervised by the Keys Program Coordinator and indirectly by the Director of Education; however, the position will be expected to work closely with and provide support for all Lab departments.
Hiring Conditions
The hiring of a successful candidate for this position is conditional on a background check.
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Seasonal Education Specialist – Keys” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm January 15, 2025
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.
Primary Function: This position is primarily to support Mote’s coral sexual propagation activities, including assisting with coral spawning (in field, on land), fertilization, larval settlement, recruit rearing, and grow-out of sexually-produced corals from any stony coral species IC2R3 may work with.
Primary Function: This position is primarily to support Mote’s coral sexual propagation activities, including assisting with coral spawning (in field, on land), fertilization, larval settlement, recruit rearing, and grow-out of sexually-produced corals from any stony coral species IC2R3 may work with.
Primary Duties:
– Assist with restoration and/or research objectives involving the sexual propagation of corals
– Assist with daily care and maintenance of sexual recruits, sexually mature broodstock, and maintenance of life support equipment.
– Assist with annual coral spawning activities, which require work days that are outside of the typical work-day time frame.
– General coral husbandry tasks including siphoning/cleaning raceways, employing algal mitigation strategies, maintaining grazing organisms, administering coral health treatments, providing appropriate lighting schemes, monitoring water quality parameters, feeding coral recruits, building settlement materials, cleaning tanks and equipment, and maintaining readiness of the outdoor nursery in the instance of unfavorable weather.
– Assist with the data collection, data processing, and daily activities associated with research projects and general maintenance of broodstock.
– Assist with the maintenance of spawning colonies that are housed across multiple field-based nurseries or within land-based spawning systems.
– Assist with coral outplanting when required.
Additional tasks:
─ Assist with coral separation and re-mounting to new substrates
─ Assist with optimization of labeling schemes and record keeping
─ Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, organized indoor wet lab space
─ Assist with taking coral samples for genetic and research purposes
─ Conduct data collection, entry and analysis associated with research
─ Conduct micro fragmentation when necessary
─ Assist with macro/micrograph and fluorescence imaging
─ Mentor interns
─ Maintain an organized nursery and inventory of corals
─ Assist with deliverables associated with specific funding efforts
─ Assist with research and restoration activities related to coral reproduction in the field
─ Assist daily operations of an ex situ spawning system(s)
– Attend outreach opportunities when needed.
– Support visiting scientists and collaborators when needed.
Required Knowledge and Abilities:
– Knowledge of the corals found within the Florida Reef Tract
– Previous experience with coral care in aquaria
– Participate in heavy physical exertion while swimming or diving or hauling gear
– Lift heavy objects or equipment up to 50 lbs
– Ability to work under strenuous conditions in the field or on land, at night for long hours in a tropical climate during spawning season
– Working knowledge of computer software (Windows, Microsoft Office)
– Normal hours are 8:00-5:00 M-F with a lunch break; however, weekend and evening hours will be required at times, especially during spawning season and sometimes during ongoing experiments
Minimum Qualifications or Requirements:
─ MSc degree in the marine or biological sciences from an accredited college or university will be considered for the Staff Biologist level; those with a BSc degree will be considered as a Technician Level if they meet all other minimum requirements.
─ Previous research diving experience
─ Experience working with corals and aquaria systems
─ Experience working in R
─ Open water SCUBA certification
─ Valid license to drive in the State of Florida
Expected Start Date: March 2025
Duration: 1 year with the possibility to extend depending on performance and funding
Interested applicants should submit as a single electronic file: 1) a cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) the names and contact information for three references, before 5pm February 15, 2025
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Technician/Biologist – Keys” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm February 15, 2025
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.
The Human Resources Administrator (HRA) is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and enhancing Mote’s human resources programs, payroll, and employee benefits functions. This position ensures the seamless management of retirement and benefit plans, compliance with federal and state regulations, and the development of effective employee relations strategies for consideration by the President & CEO. The HRA plays a pivotal role in supporting senior management on high-level HR and labor matters, while also fostering a positive and productive work environment through professional development and organization-wide training initiatives. By streamlining processes, maintaining critical confidential personnel data, and providing strategic guidance and recommendations to leadership, this role is essential in ensuring Mote’s HR operations align with organizational goals and priorities. The HRA also contributes to special projects and initiatives, as may be directed by the President & CEO, while closely partnering with other senior management to support the organization’s mission and workforce needs. While the regular duty station for the incumbent will be in-person at Mote’s primary City Island campus, with eight existing research and education locations across Florida and plans for expansion, some travel will be periodically required.
The HRA plays a pivotal role in fostering a positive, efficient, and efficient workplace environment that is compliant with all applicable governmental regulations and Mote policies. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strategic thinking, and a proactive approach to managing human resources functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR principles, labor laws, and compliance requirements, combined with the ability to analyze complex issues and provide actionable insights to the President & CEO as well as senior management.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as the HRA must effectively build relationships across all levels of the organization, mediate conflicts, and support employee relations with professionalism and empathy. Strong leadership and collaboration abilities are critical, as this role involves guiding teams, developing policies, and delivering impactful training and development programs.
This individual must exhibit sound judgment, high ethical standards, and attention to detail, ensuring that all HR processes align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. A forward-thinking mindset, combined with adaptability and resilience, is key to addressing evolving workforce needs and driving continuous improvement. With a dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace, the HRA will be a trusted resource for employees and a valuable strategic partner for leadership.
The ideal candidate would have significant HR leadership experience of over eight years in organizations with over 100 employees, hold a Master’s degree or have additional graduate coursework related to Human Resources and/or Organizational Development, and hold or can quickly secure professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR).
Exempt
Normal hours between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, in-person on the main Mote City Island campus. Some travel required which may be outside of normal working hours.
While the HRA is expected to successfully accomplish their duties with minimal need for day-to-day oversight, this position will administratively report directly to the Deputy CFO, with periodic direct supervision by the President & CEO on specific assignments. The HRA will also serve in a networked collaborative role with other senior leadership to accomplish the mission of the institution.
Manages employees overseeing specific entities of Human Resources, presently one individual, but expected to grow as the institution expands over time.
The hiring of a successful candidate for this position is conditional on a background check within one week of hiring.
Note: Review of applications will begin January 15, 2025 and we will continue to receive/review additional applications until the position is filled. Starting salary is negotiable depending on qualifications/experience, but is expected to begin in the range of $75,000 – $85,000 with significant annual salary increases possible based on performance.
