Summer Freshwater Mussel
Research Technician
(multiple openings)
Dates: May 1st
– Sept. 15th (flexible start and end dates)
Salary: $17/hour
Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Description: Conduct aquatic surveys (snorkeling/
swimming) for native freshwater mussels in the Great Lakes
region as part of a collaborative research project with the
UGA and USDA Forest Service. Applicants must be available
for overnight travel over multiple days (lodging, food stipend,
and transportation provided).
Apply by: March 18, 2026
Questions? Dr. Shay Keretz (Shay.Keretz@usda.gov) or
Dr. Rachel Toczydlowski (Rachel.Toczydlowski@usda.gov)