The FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida is searching for a Quantitative Population Ecologist to conduct research on endangered marine mammal populations. Title : Associate Research Scientist Agency : Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Classification : Full time Position Website : https://jobs.myflorida.com/index.html 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. Supervisory 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. Location : St. Petersburg, Florida (Pinellas County) Salary : $1783.89 - $2000.00 biweekly Education and Experience: A master's degree and 4 yrs. of professional experience as described above; or a doctorate with 2 years of experience. 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. Must apply online: https://jobs.myflorida.com/ Search for Position #: FWC-FWRI #77072679 Application Deadline : 2/12/2009 Contact Person : Kathy Kulaas Phone Number : 727-896-8626 E-mail : Kathy.Kulaas@MyFWC.com [Do not hit reply to this message.]