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JOB DESCRIPTION
Designs and conducts research and statistical assessments
on various aspects of marine mammal populations. Conducts statistical
analyses and builds mathematical models of manatee and right whale
populations in collaboration with other investigators within and external to
FWRI, using available databases (e.g. mortality, aerial survey, telemetry,
habitat, genetics, and photo ID) or obtaining additional data as necessary.
Designs studies and monitoring programs for research on manatee and right
whale populations and related habitat issues. Evaluates and recommends
appropriate changes to data collection methods to correct for or reduce
sampling bias and increase reliability. Ensures that all data and modeling
undergo rigorous quality control and quality assurance. Consults with and
advises government agencies in evaluation of manatee population data
collected by FWC and other agencies.
Prepares reports and manuscripts of findings from above studies for Florida’s marine
resource managers. Publishes data in refereed journals or peer-reviewed
books and proceedings. Reviews and evaluates reports, proposals,
and manuscripts pertaining to marine mammals. Seeks extramural funding.
Serves on committees and working groups as assigned. Provides guidance
to Imperiled Species Management on data interpretation. Provides leadership
and participates in program planning.
Responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel in a
coaching and mentoring manner to maintain a team-oriented approach to section
goals. Other duties include but are not limited to: recruitment, training,
planning and directing work, reviewing performance with employee and ensuring
compliance with FWRI rules, policies and procedures. Maintains a professional
working environment that promotes teamwork within working units and with
other sections in the Institute.
Required
Education and Experience: A master's degree and 4
yrs. of professional experience as described above; or a doctorate with 2
years of experience. Candidates with PhD may be given preference.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge
of wildlife biology, terminology, principles and techniques used in research
on marine mammals or other wildlife species; statistical and simulation
modeling methods, Bayesian statistics including hierarchical models; and
aerial surveys, genetics, or other population survey techniques. Ability to
collect and maintain scientific data related to population research, biology
and modeling; to perform quantitative analysis and modeling of scientific
data; to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; to publish manuscripts
in refereed scientific journals; to work independently; to communicate
effectively verbally and in writing; to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with others; to effectively supervise people; to
establish and meet work-related goals; to understand and apply applicable
rules, regulations, to access and formulate budgetary needs, policies,
principles and procedures used in personnel & database management; use of
statistical analysis software; use of word processing, spreadsheet and database
software.
This
position is a State of Florida Full
Time Employee (FTE) position, which provides a full
benefit package.
The
state of Florida
is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not
tolerate discrimination or violence the workplace. Applicants requiring
a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities
Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First
Service Center
(1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in
advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Veterans' preference will be given to eligible veterans and their spouses in
accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes.
Federal law requires that we hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully
authorized aliens who can provide proof of their identity and employment
eligibility.
$1783.89 -
$2272.02 is the Bi-weekly salary upon experience.
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