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Think Tank, Inc.

Gear Liasion

Silver Spring, MD · Remote

... Remote Position with field work required *Position is Subject to Contract Award Position Overview ... Bachelor's degree or master's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, fisheries biology ...

LatchBio

AI Biologist - Metagenomics

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$120K - $180K/yr

Master's or PhD in microbiology, microbial ecology, bioinformatics, biology, or related field * 3+ ... Remote (globally), hybrid, or onsite in SF (onsite preferred) * Work authorization: OPT visa ...

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Nature

Landscape-Scale Restoration Manager

Applies ecological, operational, and community context to inform restoration sequencing ... Experience negotiating contracts, agreements, or implementation pathways for natural resource ...

California Trout, Inc.

Project Manager

Mount Shasta, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $75K/yr

Shasta, California with remote work options for the surrounding areas; FUNCTIONAL AREA ... Grant and Contract Management: Support grant writing and manage grant deliverables, budgets ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract remote ecologist in the United States is $59,547.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Remote Ecologist vs Contract Remote Environmental Scientist?

AspectContract Remote EcologistContract Remote Environmental Scientist
CredentialsDegree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related fieldDegree in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, data analysis, report writing, often outdoors or in labsData analysis, research, report writing, often office-based or remote
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, conservation organizations, research institutionsEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, NGOs

Contract Remote Ecologists focus on ecological research, field assessments, and conservation projects, often involving outdoor work. Contract Remote Environmental Scientists may work on broader environmental issues, including pollution, compliance, and impact assessments, primarily through data analysis and reporting. Both roles require relevant environmental credentials and can be performed remotely, but their focus areas and typical tasks differ.

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Gear Liasion

Think Tank, Inc.

Silver Spring, MD • Remote

Contractor

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

*US Citizenship Required

*Full-time Remote Position with field work required

*Position is Subject to Contract Award

Position Overview

Think Tank Inc. is seeking one (1) Gear Liaison to work with the fishing industry and other organizations to create and test gear modifications on commercial fishing vessels. The Gear Liaison communicates operational aspects of fishing gear, assists in the evaluation of gear testing, and provides outreach to assist fishermen in implementing protected species gear modifications. This is a fully remote, full-time position (40 hours/week; approximately 2,080 hours/year) with regular field work required. Anticipated start date: September 1, 2026, contingent upon contract award.

Note: Personnel may be required to perform on-call duties outside normal working hours on nights, weekends, and/or holidays to respond to emergency marine mammal stranding events.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in field studies, data analysis, and evaluation of potential solutions to mitigate sea turtle and marine mammal bycatch in fishing gear.
  • Participate with the regional and science center gear team in projects directed at reducing large whale, sea turtle (trawl, gillnet, traps/pots), and other protected species bycatch in fixed gear fisheries in Northwest Atlantic waters.
  • Participate in field studies, data analysis, and evaluations of projects directed at mitigating sea turtle and other protected species bycatch in bottom trawl gear, including evaluating Turtle Excluder Devices (TED) testing as determined by GARFO.
  • Support compilation and evaluation of project results.
  • Provide regular outreach including dockside demonstrations of appropriate gear installation.
  • Support Law Enforcement inspection and compliance monitoring.
  • Support entanglement gear analysis in collaboration with the Region and Center gear team; assist with gear warehouse curation and record keeping.
  • Support Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction (ALWTR) Team meetings.
  • Provide monthly communications to COR and NMFS Project Manager on accomplishments, issues encountered, travel, and recommendations.
  • Complete a set of training courses and maintain up-to-date training annually

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

Education

  • Bachelor's degree or master's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, fisheries biology, marine biology, natural resource management, conservation biology, or a closely related field.
  • A relevant degree may be substituted by two (2) additional years of relevant work experience.
  • Must meet or exceed ProTech Labor Category Level 2 – Associate minimum qualifications.

Experience

  • Experience working with commercial fishing gear, protected species gear modifications, or marine mammal/sea turtle bycatch reduction.
  • Experience with field studies, data analysis, and evaluation of fishing gear technology.

Skills

  • Strong communication skills for interacting with fishing industry stakeholders and government partners.
  • Ability to conduct dockside outreach and gear demonstrations.
  • Physical ability to work in field and vessel environments.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

  • Experience with ALWTR Plan and take reduction team processes.
  • Familiarity with Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) and bycatch reduction device testing protocols.
  • Knowledge of Northwest Atlantic commercial fisheries and protected species interactions.

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