RESEARCH
Prepares labs for researchers, inventories chemicals and supplies, and organizes station supplies.
Calibrates and maintains lab instruments and field equipment.
Assists in the collection of data.
Completes and adheres to CMU lab safety and field safety trainings.
RESEARCH VESSELS
Pilots boats and teaches students to pilot boats.
Maintains, cleans, and trailers boats.
Serves as a deckhand on the M/V Chippewa.
OFFICE
Leads the coordination of ground transportation for pick-up/drop off of CMUBS guests.
Orders supplies online.
Assists with check-in/check-out.
Sells shirts, books, and mugs to customers.
Answers phones and addresses questions from the community about the station/research/biology.
Picks up mail or freight daily.
Assists classes as needed on field trips.
Provides back-up to the director, associate director, kitchen staff, maintenance staff, and custodial staff.
OUTREACH
Organizes and implements outreach events for the Beaver Island community, including field trips, scientific cruises, seminars, and tours.
ACTIVITIES AND SOCIALIZATION
Helps build a strong community among staff and users by taking time to meet all guests and check-in with them regularly. In particular, provides support for summer school students who might face challenges acclimating to the station and island environment.
Takes any necessary and appropriate actions to ensure the health and safety of all users, including reporting all safety hazards and maintenance concerns as well as responding to all emergency situations.
