Agency Delaware State University Location Dover, Delaware Job Category Graduate Assistantships Salary $20,000/yr, + tuition waiver (out-of-state tuition available the first year after which student must qualify for in-state tuition) Start Date 01/07/2018 Last Date to Apply 10/31/2017 Description Self-motivated graduate research assistant needed immediately to conduct a study focusing on the distribution and abundance of seabirds during winter (Nov – March) in the Delaware Bay and adjacent nearshore ocean waters. The focal species may vary but likely will focus on Red-throated Loons. The incumbent will be expected to assist in the study design and implementation of the project and will be required to work independently. Focus on bycatch issues and/or the possible effect