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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.
The Ecotoxicology Program at Mote Marine Laboratory is seeking an analytical chemist to join a diverse team of scientists investigating synergistic effects on marine life from exposure to multiple stressors, including natural biotoxins (HABs), toxic organic pollutants (pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and other endocrine disrupting compounds) in association with natural and anthropogenic stressors, including climate change. Current projects address investigations into the source, fate and effects of toxic substances in the coastal marine environment, including coral reef communities. These studies include trophic transfer, bioaccumulation and persistence of natural biotoxins as well as anthropogenic contaminants in water, air and marine organisms. The chemist will participate in the design and testing of innovative technologies for controlled lab tests and in situ detection of toxic substances, working with colleagues and stakeholders to assess and reduce risk to marine life and public health.
Mote Marine Laboratory is celebrating its 69th anniversary as an independent, non-profit international marine research and education facility with 29 diverse research programs, an impactful array of K-12, undergraduate STEM education/outreach and graduate research programs, including the NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates, NSF-sponsored Louis Stokes Alliance Minority Participation Centers of Excellence. Mote has a staff of over 260 members (40 PhD-level) and a group of 1,500 volunteers at its main campus in Sarasota Florida,
along with five additional campuses/facilities including a marine and freshwater aquaculture research park, International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration in Summerland Key, coral restoration nursery in Islamorada, and a future Science Education Aquarium under construction in Sarasota.
The chemist position requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years experience and proficiency in laboratory techniques, focusing on HPLC-MS/MS, and GLC-MS. The position requires the ability to work with other scientists, including chemists, toxicologists and biologists, to design and implement a broad range of research projects encompassing controlled laboratory conditions as well as natural field studies. The chemist must have a command of statistical analysis for data verification and the ability to prepare reports, with the ability to work as part of a team, as well as innovative, independent research. The position involves interactions with scientists from multiple disciplines at Mote, student interns, and visiting scientists.
Applications will be reviewed immediately with an ideal start date by July 3. The position is full time, with a competitive annual salary and annual merit raises. Benefits include partially-subsidized health insurance, with family options available. an opt-in retirement plan with employer matching, leaves for holidays, illness, vacation, and others.
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing 2024 Ecotoxicology Analytical 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 June 26, 2024.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify.
The Administrative and Housing Coordinator for Mote Marine Laboratory’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration (IC2R3) is located in Summerland Key, FL.
Responsibilities include supporting the Business and Sponsored Programs Offices, in administrative tasks pertaining to Keys Operations and to provide support to our main campus located in Sarasota, FL. Direct, regular communication via phone and email is required. As Administrative and Housing Coordinator, the position will also be responsible for the efficient running of the dormitory section of the facility, in conjunction with the Research Programs, Education Team and Director of Operations. This position requires initiative, flexibility, and the ability to juggle a variety of projects at once.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Housing
Sponsored Programs Office
Assisting Program Managers with the processing of grant and proposal paperwork, while ensuring deadlines are met.
Working with the Research Operations Manager and Upper Keys Administrative Assistant on administrative/business and operational needs.
Other
Minimum Qualifications or Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To Apply
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Administrative and Housing Coordinator” 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 June 28, 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.
The part time Operations Associate at Mote’s Education Outreach Center on Anna Maria City Pier will provide an engaging and educational visitor experience by assisting the Center’s team. This role is an entry-level position that spans three operational domains including guest services, aquarium biologist, and retail duties. Applicants should have an interest in animal husbandry, biology, and public interaction.
Tasks:
1. Guest Services
2. Aquarium Biologist
3. Retail
Skills:
Working Hours: Normal hours are 8:15 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., with one unpaid hour for lunch and will include weekend and holiday hours. Occasional longer daily hours or evening hours may be required to complete specific tasks.
Minimum Requirements:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Operations Associate – AMI Pier” 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 July 5, 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.
This is a full-time position within the Community Relations & Communications department of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. The Marketing Coordinator supports the department’s activities for Mote divisions and programs and the institutional goals of: 1) promoting Mote as a world-class marine research institution, 2) generating attendance for Mote Aquarium and Mote Education programs and events; and 3) supporting Mote’s fundraising efforts. This position supports and enhances the institution’s reputation, integrity and partnerships, primarily through strategic digital marketing. This role is responsible for assisting in the development and execution of promotional materials to build and develop Mote’s brand identity through social media channels and email marketing.
This position will translate and transfer Mote’s scientific discoveries to help inform and benefit the public, supporting and promoting Aquarium and Education events and fundraising campaigns through social media and marketing best practices, and supporting and enhancing the institution’s reputation, brand awareness, integrity and partnerships primarily through effective and strategic marketing strategies.
This position is responsible for supporting the Marketing and Public Relations Manager’s efforts in organizing, prioritizing and executing social media and marketing opportunities for Mote Aquarium, and more than 24 research programs, 57 education programs, 7 centers of excellence, and more than 300 employees.
As an international marine research and education hub, and a world-class science education attraction, Mote’s Marketing and Public Relations department has a lot of content to share. This position must effectively prioritize each request/content idea, putting the highest priority on items that are in Mote’s best interest and will move Mote forward.
Position: Marketing Coordinator
Reports to: Kaitlyn Fusco
Labor category: Hourly, Non-exempt
About the Company:
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium has a nearly 70-year legacy as an independent, nonprofit, 501(c)3 global marine research and science education institution. Mote began in 1955 and flourished on the foundational pillars of “Passion, Partnership and Philanthropy” – the passion of a single researcher, Dr. Eugenie Clark, her partnership with the community and philanthropic support, first of the Vanderbilt family, later with the significant support and guidance of the William R. Mote family, and today through donations by thousands of individuals who believe in the mission of Mote.
Today, Mote has grown into eight campuses stretching from Tampa Bay to Key West, with a ninth new campus, the Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA), currently under construction. Mote has more than 25 diverse world-class research programs studying oceans locally and internationally, with an emphasis on positively impacting conservation and sustainable use of marine resources. The current Mote Aquarium in Sarasota showcases Mote Research and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 pm, 365 days a year. Learn more at mote.org.
Primary focuses of this position include:
Working Hours: Full-time position. Regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., with the
understanding that flexibility is required to provide events after hours and on weekends.
Minimum qualifications:
To Apply:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Marketing Coordinator” 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 July 5, 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.
Position: Karenia brevis. The applicant will study groundwater seepage where limestone aquifer strata intersect the southwest Florida shelf, either diffuse or via karst features, and how this may contribute to the marine nitrogen cycle, especially in regard to the role of dissimilatory nitrate reduction to ammonium in benthic sediment. This research will build on the previous findings of Mote scientists working in this area. The research scientist will be expected to complete the proposed research involving field sediment and water collections and laboratory experiments, develop collaborations with other internal and external scientists, and publish research. This position will benefit from experience in enzyme-mediated nitrogen chemistry, ability to work with large datasets, and a strong background in experimental design and statistical analysis. Training in scientific scuba diving is desirable but not mandatory. The incumbent will be mentored by the manager of the Chemical and Physical Ecology and Ocean Acidification Programs, Dr. Emily Hall, and will receive additional mentoring from both internal and external scientists.
Mote Background: Mote is celebrating nearly 70 years as one of the few remaining independent, non-profit international marine research laboratories. The Mote research enterprise has over 25 diverse research programs, an array of STEM education/outreach programs, and an aquarium featuring working laboratories with more than 100 marine species. Mote currently has more than 40 PhD-level scientists, nearly 300 staff and approximately 1300 volunteers located on its main campus in Sarasota and across seven additional campuses/facilities, including a state- of-the-art 200-acre marine and freshwater aquaculture research park, and a 19,000 square foot International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration in the Florida Keys. Work on a new 110,000 square foot Mote Science Education Aquarium is nearing completion.
Application: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in marine chemistry, biogeochemistry, or similar field. This is a full-time position for up to 3 years (pending acceptable performance) and includes an expected initial annual salary of approximately $60,000, health insurance with family options, and benefits including an opt-in retirement plan with employer matching, leaves for holidays, illness, and vacation, and other benefits. The Research Position will also have established researchers assigned to serve as a Mentors. The position will be for a period of three years, assuming appropriate annual progress.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Postdoctoral Researcher – Sediments” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm July 26, 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. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. Mote Marine Laboratory is an E-Verify employer.
Questions regarding this position may be sent to Emily Hall, Senior Scientist and Program Manager, Chemical and Physical Ecology and Ocean Acidification Programs at emily8@mote.org.
Mote Marine Laboratory seeks a Technician to operate and manage a harmful algal bloom (HAB) culture lab as part of the Florida Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Initiative and US HAB Control Technologies Incubator programs. The incumbent shall prepare/maintain cultures of Karenia brevis and conduct/assist laboratory and field experiments as well as facilities operations on novel mitigation products, expand culture lab capabilities including conducting/developing innovative culturing of other HABs for mitigation testing. The position will also assist the Seagrass Ecosystem Research & Restoration Program when applicable.
A qualified candidate should have a related science background, knowledge of experimental lab equipment and facilities, water quality sampling/monitoring experience, be willing and able to prepare for and clean up after tabletop lab and large tank testing, and have an understanding of HAB mitigation and control techniques. This individual should be able to work independently to meet culture and experimental design goals, must have strong organization skills, and be a good communicator. This position will report to the Research Laboratory Manager and the primary place of employment is located at the Mote Aquaculture Park at 12300 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34240.
Requirements:
Special Qualifications:
Duties:
This is a full-time position with an immediate start date, includes an annual salary of $38,000-$46,000 commensurate with experience. The position includes partially-subsidized health insurance, with family options available. Benefits include an opt-in retirement plan with employer matching, leaves for holidays, illness, and vacation, and other benefits.
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Technician, HAB and Seagrass” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter addressed to Kevin Claridge, 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 July 26, 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.
This position requires advanced understanding of software to monitor building systems operations and ensure proper functionality at all times. The operations lead must be able to master complex computer programs and databases, keep up with a continuous but often uneven workload, provide exceptional customer service, work well with staff, volunteers, and interns and be able to coordinate with various other departments. The operations lead position requires forward thinking to elevate building component performance with the ultimate goal of providing a safe and functional environment for staff, volunteers, guests and animals. This position is ultimately responsible for the mechanical, structural, and operational upkeep of the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium facilities.
General Responsibilities:
Skills:
Experience:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2024 Building Operations Lead” 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 or send a letter of interest and resume to HumanResources@mote.org before 5pm July 12, 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.
