Job Advertisement: Research Technician in Catch-and-Release Fishing

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked as one of the world's leading institutions of higher education. It has approximately 47,000 students and more than 8,800 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the conditions of people.

Lund University welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles for all parts of our operations.

Job Responsibilities

The position involves independently conducting scientific catch-and-release fishing with a rod according to standardized research protocols.

The employee will also assist in field sampling of wild fish, including capture, handling, measurement, and documentation. The role also includes the operation and maintenance of research equipment, such as electrofishing equipment and instruments related to telemetry. The position also includes assistance with aquarium care and fish husbandry at the university, including basic tank maintenance and monitoring of water quality. The work requires careful and ethical handling of fish and collaboration with the research group to support ongoing experimental work.

Requirements

• Relevant education in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Experience with electrofishing
• Experience in field sampling of wild fish (capture, handling, measurement)
• Ability to independently conduct catch-and-release fishing with a rod
• Experience in the safe handling of large predatory fish (e.g., pike) during landing, unhooking, measuring, and release
• Ability to follow standardized research protocols
• Experience in aquarium care and husbandry of fish in captivity

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in boat handling
• Basic skills in data logging, annotation, or spreadsheet management
• Experience with animal welfare principles or ethical animal handling
• Good collaboration skills and communication abilities
• Previous participation in field-based ecological or fisheries-related research

We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated individual who can work independently both in the field and in a laboratory environment. The applicant should be able to take responsibility for assigned tasks and perform them with high accuracy and professionalism. Strong practical skills and confidence in executing procedures independently are essential.

Conditions

Temporary employment for 6 months during the period 260301-260831.
Employment scope: 40%
Contact person: Kaj Hulthén, researcher, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Application Instructions

The application should include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how the position matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, diploma or equivalent, and any other documents you wish to submit (copies of transcripts, references, recommendation letters, etc.)

At the Faculty of Science, research and education are conducted in biology, astronomy, physics, geoscience, chemistry, mathematics, and environmental science. The activities are carried out at eight departments located within the northern university area. The faculty has about 1,500 students, 360 doctoral students, and 700 employees.

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