Quantitative Ecologist

Key Responsibilities

• Applying statistical models and developing simulations to address ecological questions related to animal movement, habitat, population dynamics, and risk assessment.
• Identifying data gaps and proposing improvements to data collection methodologies.
• Participating in fieldwork, data collection, and management protocols.
• Formulating analytical solutions to marine management questions using existing data streams.
• Preparing technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presenting findings to stakeholders.
• Engaging in planning and coordination meetings with research teams.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Science or related field with five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in statistical analysis, managing large datasets, and visualizing model outputs such as species distribution maps.
• Knowledge of marine legislation (e.g., Marine Mammal Protection Act, Endangered Species Act).
• Experience in survey design, data collection, and providing technical advice on marine species research.
• Proficiency in R/Python, GIS, and cloud-based data management tools.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences and publish research findings.

Preferred qualifications

• A master’s degree or higher in Marine Science or related fields.
• Experience with oceanographic data.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and conferences.