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Freshwater Science Jobs & Opportunities

Freshwater Science Jobs & Opportunities

  • SFS members, academic institutions, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations may post jobs and opportunities freely at no charge.
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Environmental Specialist III - Maine Healthy Beaches Program - Maine Department of Environmental Protection

Posted: 
Monday, February 16, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Friday, March 6, 2026

This position supports the implementation of the Maine Healthy Beaches (MHB) program’s monitoring, assessment, and public notification activities for approximately 65 coastal, saltwater beaches (Kittery to Mount Desert Island).

Senior Research Technician in Aquatic Ecology at The Ohio State University

Posted: 
Monday, February 16, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Wednesday, April 1, 2026

The Hood Lab at the Ohio State University is seeking a Research Senior Technician who will work on two projects. The first project (66% of position) focuses on understanding the role agricultural ditches and streams play in shaping P exports to Lake Erie while the other project (33% of position) supports the Lake Erie Plankton Abundance Study (LEPAS) which focuses on understanding plankton dynamics in Lake Erie.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Environmental Scientist - Oak Ridge National Lab

Posted: 
Monday, February 2, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Thursday, April 30, 2026

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher skilled in biogeochemistry who will contribute to mercury remediation technology development program, specifically focusing on how environmental variables and remediation activities affect mercury bioavailability and bioaccumulation.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biogeochemist - Oak Ridge National Lab

Posted: 
Monday, February 2, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Thursday, April 30, 2026

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher skilled in biogeochemistry who will focus on a project investigating the effects of natural and engineered materials on the stabilization of mercury (Hg) in contaminated environmental media (air, soils, sediments, water).

Aquatic Invasive Species Field Technician and Data Manager - Lake Leelanau Lake Association

Posted: 
Monday, February 2, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Monday, March 23, 2026

The Lake Leelanau Lake Association (LLLA) is hiring a seasonal Field Technician and Data Manager to assist in remediating, controlling, and monitoring aquatic invasive species (AIS), specifically, Eurasian watermilfoil and Curly-leaf pondweed.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Environmental Scientist - Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Posted: 
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Expiration Date: 
Monday, March 23, 2026

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher skilled in biogeochemistry who will contribute to mercury remediation technology development program, specifically focusing on how environmental variables and remediation activities affect mercury bioavailability and bioaccumulation.

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