Marine Biologist 1

HDR • Full-time • Virginia Beach, VA, US • 1w ago

Marine Biologist 1

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR’s Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location. Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities. EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices.

In the role of Marine Biologist I, we'll count on you to:

Perform scientific/environmental project assignments requiring application of moderately complex objectives and limited variables
Assist on projects requiring scuba diving
Assist as needed with the deployment of offshore passive acoustic monitoring gear
Assist as needed as an observer on offshore aerial surveys for large whales
Analyze acoustic data collected from whale tags
Assist as needed on vessel surveys
Work independently on medium-sized projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
Conduct biological field surveys, data interpretation and analysis, and plan and manage written environmental reports
Work on assignments that require dealing with diverse working conditions while in the field as needed
Perform other duties as needed
This position is subject to a governmental background check

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in environmental, wildlife, coastal or fisheries
A minimum of 1 year experience supporting biological/environmental projects
Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
Scuba Diving experience (scientific preferred but extensive open-water experience may suffice)
Ability to obtain Common Access Card (CAC) upon hire
Ability to travel up to 50% per year from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific when project needs require
Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Biology or closely related field
Proficiency with MS Office
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:

United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Industry:

Federal

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Marine Planning and Sciences

Job Posting:

Nov 25, 2024