Quantitative Analysis –Predation Modeling and Data Synthesis
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Compile and analyze large-scale spatial and temporal datasets to evaluate effects of localized environmental conditions on predator-prey distributions and predation rates on managed fish populations. Author technical reports, peer-reviewed journal manuscripts, and present complex results at regional management meetings and scientific conferences. Summarize relationships between predator consumption rates, abundance, ecological outcomes, and shifting environmental conditions. Perform physical collection of fish and environmental data in harsh outdoor conditions while driving federal vehicles, boats, and trailers. Standardize and share compiled data, workflow protocols, and research products for transparency and reproducibility. Submit cleaned datasets and analytical scripts to shared repositories like GitHub. Maintain a valid U.S. driver's license and complete required government training within five business days of start.
Required Qualifications
- Doctorate from an accredited college/university with an emphasis in a field related to the task order, including geomorphology, oceanography, hydrology, fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, and/or statistics
- Five (5) 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 quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis
- Familiarity with software such as R, GitHub and GIS
- Familiarity with open-science concepts
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles
- Demonstrated ability to manage dynamic workloads, maintain high organizational standards, and deliver on time
- Adaptable, able to work independently in the field and within interdisciplinary teams
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.