The Friends of Lake Superior Reserve (FOLSR) and the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve (Reserve) seek a community-driven individual wanting to develop non-profit administration skills. The job involves communicating through a variety of platforms and supporting FOLSR and Reserve volunteers. The person in this position recruits, tracks and works with volunteers to tackle issues affecting the Lake Superior watershed … Read More
2022 Lake Superior Reserve Estuary Educator
Education programs at the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve engage people of all ages with each other in place-based, culturally relevant learning opportunities connected to the St. Louis River Estuary. The Lake Superior Reserve seeks a reliable, motivated and outgoing student to assist in their outdoor and science education programs. The Estuary Educator supports two components of the education … Read More
2022 Lake Superior Freshwater Fellow
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve in Superior, WI is excited to announce the fourth year of the Lake Superior Freshwater Fellowship Program. The Freshwater Fellowship presents an exciting opportunity for University of Wisconsin- Superior students to independently craft and conduct research under the guidance of a mentor at the Lake Superior Reserve. With a focus on the St. … Read More
Research Coordinator
The Research Coordinator serves as the lead scientist at the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve (Reserve), developing and directing an applied research program that works across scientific disciplines to advance knowledge and understanding of freshwater systems on the St. Louis River estuary and coastal Lake Superior. The current research program focuses on coastal wetland science including effective land and … Read More
Coastal Training Program Student Assistant
The Lake Superior Reserve, based in Superior, WI, seeks an undergraduate or graduate student to build career skills in communicating about science, the natural world and our shared water resources. The Reserve Coastal Training Program houses this position and helps land managers, elected officials, engineers, educators and more to make informed decisions about the Lake Superior shore. The student supports … Read More
Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve is seeking Masters and PhD level applicants for an exciting two-year fellowship program. Through a research project, fellows address a key reserve management need to help scientists and communities understand coastal challenges that may influence future policy and management strategies. You will work with a mentor, fellow scientists, and local communities to help … Read More
Stewardship Coordinator
The stewardship coordinator works with partners to restore and protect lands included within Reserve boundaries and promote resilient coastal ecosystems in the St. Louis River estuary and Lake Superior watershed. They help the Reserve and its partners lessen the impact of existing threats to ecosystem resiliency in the St. Louis River estuary and surrounding watershed. To respond proactively to existing … Read More
Seasonal Vessel Coordinator
The Seasonal Vessel Coordinator supports the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve by maintaining two vessels, outboard engines, trailers, and associated equipment, coordinating with partners and Reserve staff to plan vessel use through the NOAA Small Boat Program, and safely operating the vessels in a variety of conditions in the St. Louis River estuary and nearshore Lake Superior. This position … Read More
Education Coordinator
The Education Coordinator (EC) is the education program manager and lead educator at the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve (LSNERR). The EC strategically plans, coordinates, evaluates, and manages funding for LSNERR-led environmental education that serves PK-12 and post-secondary students, visitors and community members, and mentoring-based teacher professional development. They direct day-to-day operation of the Lake Superior Estuarium exhibit hall … Read More
2021 Lake Superior Freshwater Fellow
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve in Superior, WI is excited to announce the third year of the Lake Superior Freshwater Fellowship Program. The Freshwater Fellowship presents an exciting, immersive, and multidisciplinary opportunity for undergraduate students to independently craft and conduct research under the guidance of a Reserve mentor. With a focus on the St. Louis River Estuary and … Read More
