Ecosystems Digital Twin Researcher II - Seasonal
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance · Escondido, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteAnalyst$99k–$112k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Oversee and conduct data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results applied to conservation programs
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Plan, design, organize, supervise, and conduct independent and collaborative projects
- Develop scientific research programs in a specialized field of study
- Determine study subjects, research parameters and methodology, and cost requirements
- Evaluate funding sources and obtain necessary funding and establish research
- Cook with animal care and veterinary staff regarding sample collection, disease trends, and reproductive status; provides samples to collaborative researchers
- Prepare progress reports and prepare and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders
- Oversee assigned area(s) and supervises assigned staff
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in biological science or a related field or equivalent specialized training required
- PhD in biological sciences or related field preferred
- 3 years laboratory, diagnostic, wildlife care or field expertise in a specialized field of research required
- 3 years of experience with science communication or interpretation of scientific concepts required