One of the goals of Work to Grow is to diversify and strengthen the nature sector. As such, this opportunity is only available to individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Colour.

Earliest start date: 23/08/2021
Latest end date: 10/12/2021

**This job cannot be done remotely

Mission 
The objective of the CRI is to build a network of researchers with common interests in aquatic science across universities, government, and industry. The CRI uses a multidisciplinary and cross-sector approach to focus its research on societal demands for water resources while addressing the challenges of sustaining, healthy aquatic ecosystems. This innovative model merges academic ideas-based and applied needs-based science and promotes the rapid transfer of new knowledge to regulatory agencies to create effective public policy for improving society and the quality of life in Canada and abroad.

Opportunity
Our Lab will be tracking migrating salmon and sea-migrating brook trout using acoustic telemetry and a boat. Over 100 salmon and trout have been tagged in late 2020 and early 2021, and their survival is examined in the Miramichi estuary where many striped bass may cause predation on these fish. The opportunity we have available is for an Aquatic Technician.

Responsibilities
The successful applicant will participate as a team
member working with graduate students and
post-doctoral fellows in our lab. Tasks and responsibilities
will include:

– Assisting with fish tracking and tagging.
– Locating and transporting acoustic receivers and temperature loggers used for tracking fish movement.
– Backpack electrofishing.
– Assist in smolt collection including the installation of fyke nets and tracking equipment and conducting the smolt collection survey.
– Assist with fry collection including electrofishing.
– Assist in the recapture of previously tagged fry and parr.
– Kayaking in the headwaters of Juniper, NB for acoustic tracking
– SONAR analysis
– Measuring different river habitat parameters.

**Before applying, Please note that you must meet all requirements to be eligible for the program.

• Between the ages of 15 and 30
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have been granted refugee status
• I identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Colour