Integrated Statistics is seeking several Acousticians to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC). The Acousticians will support the Protected Species Branch's Passive Acoustic Group, working on projects focused on anthropogenic noise, marine mammals, and fishes. The projects typically involve running acoustic detectors and analyzing data as well as graphic generation and writing up components of the project. Opportunities to participate in fieldwork are possible. *Duties * The Acousticians participate in one or more of these tasks: * Analyze bottom-mounted and mobile passive acoustic data to assess the distribution, occurrence, and habitat use of cetacean species along the US eastern seaboard using a combination of manual and automated detectors. * Analyze passive acoustic data to describe marine soundscapes, including biological, geological and anthropogenic contributions. * Analyze passive acoustic data to describe the occurrence and distribution of fishes. * Analyze passive acoustic data to describe the occurrence, distribution and relative source levels of vessels. * Assist with field collection of passive acoustic data as needed. * Assist in maintenance of a passive acoustic literature database in Endnote. * Assist with PSB Passive Acoustic Group webpage content and maintenance. * Assist in synthesizing and where applicable present results at relevant venues. * Assist with education and outreach activities conducted by the Passive Acoustic Group. *Qualifications* The Acoustician should possess:* * * Undergraduate degree in marine biology or a related biological science. A Master's degree in a relevant field is a bonus. * Some experience in analyzing acoustic data. Prior experience with Raven Pro software is a bonus. * Able to participate in fieldwork. * Excellent written and oral communications skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with a large group and multifaceted projects. * Basic understanding and prior experience with programming and data management is a bonus. The positions will be full-time for one year, with the possibility of extension. They are eligible for the benefits described on the Integrated Statistics website. Authorization to work for any employer in the USA is required. To apply for this position, go to https://jobs.intstats.com/JobDetails.jsp?jobListingId=281 or visit www.integratedstatistics.com, click Employment Opportunities, click the job name and click the Apply Here link. Integrated Statistics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with its obligations under federal law, Integrated Statistics is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, disabled individuals, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and other eligible veterans. For assistance with accessibility of applications, posters, forms, and/or documents, please email the Integrated Statistics office. -- Integrated Statistics, Inc. 16 Sumner Street Woods Hole, MA 02543 Cell: (508) 648-8308 Office: (508) 540-8560 Fax: (508) 721-6841