Geospatial Analysis Data Science Support
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Integrate spatial and remotely sensed datasets across freshwater, estuarine, and nearshore marine habitats using advanced GIS analysis to compute indices for assessment tools and fish life cycle models. Lead data processing and visualization while collecting fish and environmental data in the field under harsh conditions, including driving vehicles, boats, or trailers. Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional meetings and scientific conferences as needed. Produce organized datasets in interactive dashboards and document reproducible workflows in code repositories. Requires a Bachelor's degree in fisheries, ecology, or related sciences with three years of experience, a valid U.S. driver's license, and background investigation clearance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order, with emphasis in fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, oceanography, or hydrology
- Three (3) or more years of experience related to the task order, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region
- Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance
- Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance
- Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101
- Strong background using GIS (ArcPro, QGIS, etc.) to collate and analyze large spatial datasets
- Strong quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with software such as R, GitHub or GIS, and with open-science concepts
- Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles
- Ability to manage workload, stay organized, and produce high-quality work efficiently; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience
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