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Cherokee Federal · 7 hours ago

Researcher V

St. Petersburg, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Cherokee Federal is a trusted partner for federal clients focused on marine science and oceanographic programs. The Researcher V role involves providing technical and analytical support, focusing on seawater carbonate chemistry and data lifecycle management, while conducting laboratory analyses and field operations.

GovernmentNon ProfitProfessional ServicesPublic Relations

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collect, manage, and document oceanographic, physical, and seawater parameters in support of marine research initiatives

Perform laboratory-based seawater analyses, including high-precision (climate-grade) measurements of total alkalinity, total dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC), and pH

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot spectrophotometric and coulometric instrumentation within the ocean chemistry laboratory

Support field sampling activities for seawater carbonate chemistry, including deployment, validation, interpretation, and assimilation of in situ sensor data

Conduct QA/QC reviews of oceanographic and chemical datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with scientific standards

Assist with report production, including data summaries, figures, tables, and technical documentation

Create map-based and image-based products to support data visualization and communication of findings

Support data release production, ensuring datasets meet agency standards for documentation, formatting, and dissemination

Coordinate and communicate effectively with project sponsors, stakeholders, team members, and management in a collaborative, often remote, work environment

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Marine Science expertiseSeawater analysisOcean chemistry instrumentationData lifecycle managementAnalytical skillsQuality assuranceMicrosoft Office proficiencyProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Active USAccess clearance

U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency

Master's degree in Marine Science or a related field with a marine science specialization

Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a laboratory aide or assistant in a marine or ocean chemistry setting

Specialized knowledge of marine carbonate system chemistry, including high-precision seawater measurements

Demonstrated experience with ocean chemistry laboratory instrumentation and field sampling techniques

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and priorities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to meet and maintain all agency computer security clearance requirements, including required training and testing

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other possible benefits as provided

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees