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Summer 2022 Biological Technician Positions at the USGS Lake Michigan Ecological Research Station in Chesterton, Indiana

Position: Several Biological Technicians under a Student Services Contract, approximately $18.03-$24.99 per hour depending upon education/experience level.

Research Station Website

Must be a US citizen and must be a student, or have been a student within one year (365 days) of the start of the contract.

Term:  Variable within April – September 2022.

Location: U.S. Geological Survey, Lake Michigan Ecological Research Station, 1574 N 300 E, Chesterton, Indiana 46304

Application: Candidates must be US citizens and should email a cover letter describing their qualifications, a resume, and a copy of their college transcripts (unofficial is fine) to:

Dr. Noel Pavlovic (terrestrial research); Email:  npavlovic@usgs.gov  or

Kasia Przybyla-Kelly  (aquatic research);  Email: kprzybyla-kelly@usgs.gov


The Mosaics in Science Internship Program seeks to engage ethnically and racially diverse young professionals in natural resource careers.

Position: Biology Assistant

Project Description and Qualifications Link

The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent legal resident (“green-card-holder”) between the ages of 18 and 30 years old, inclusive, or veterans up to age 35. Prior to starting this position, a government security background clearance will be required.

Stipend: $600/week + park housing

Start Date: 05/16/2022

End Date: 08/08/2022