Dear colleagues, We are hiring a Research Associate to lead marine mammal and seabird field studies and contribute to related studies as part of a long-term monitoring program in the New York Bight: Brief Description of Duties: The Research Associate will be directly engaged in sponsored research under the auspices of Principal Investigator, Dr. Lesley Thorne. The incumbent will lead and coordinate line transect surveys of seabirds and unoccupied aerial system (UAS) surveys of large whales in the New York Bight. Candidates will be working collaboratively with a transdisciplinary, dynamic, and diverse research team consisting of ecologists and oceanographers. Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team are essential in order to be successful in this role. Required Qualifications: - Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Biology, Ecology, Oceanography, Fisheries Science, or related field. - Working knowledge of seabird identification. - Experience conducting field studies on boats. - Experience conducting quantitative analyses. - Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”). Preferred Qualifications: - Experience operating a small research vessel. - Experience working with, and maintaining large datasets. - Experience conducting line transect surveys. - Experience flying unoccupied aerial systems (UAS, or drones). For further information or to apply for this position online, please visit Stony Brook Jobs: https://stonybrooku.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2300223&tz=G... or contact Lesley Thorne (lesley.thorne@stonybrook.edu) with any questions ____________________________________________________ Lesley Thorne, Associate Professor School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5000 631.632.5117 www.thornelab.com