Please see below for information regarding a Research Associate position in St. Petersburg, FL. https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/ST-PETERSBURG-RESEARCH-ASSOCIATE-FWC-77072846... Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Research-Marine Mammal Section Research Associate Salary: $45,000 annually Posting closes 1/4/2026 Position Overview and Responsibilities: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Fish and Wildlife Research Institute is seeking a Research Associate within the North Atlantic right whale research team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing right whale and vessel traffic spatial and relational databases to improve knowledge of the distribution of right whales and the threats they face in the Southeastern U.S. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and managing web mapping applications to serve relevant spatial data to collaborators and other stakeholders. Additionally, the successful candidate may have supervisory responsibilities. Applicants with any of the following demonstrated experiences are encouraged to apply and may be given preference: applying scientific programming languages, such as R and Python; processing, managing, and analyzing AIS vessel traffic data or other large geospatial databases; developing and managing web mapping and data visualization applications; and conducting ecological analyses using hierarchical models, such as distance sampling, mark-recapture, and spatial capture-recapture. Applicants must apply at the posting link to be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position include knowledge of marine mammal ecology, GIS methods and programs (ArcGIS Pro), scientific programming, spatial analysis techniques, data management principles. Ability to maintain, process, analyze, and interpret spatial and relational data using GIS and scientific programming languages. Skill in the use of personal computers, low code tools, GIS technology, scientific programming, and databases. Knowledge of wildlife biology, terminology, principles and techniques used in conservation research on wildlife species. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, plan and organize work assignments with minimal supervision, and communicate effectively with staff. Ability to effectively supervise others. Minimum Qualifications: 6 years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and two years of experience in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics; or two years of experience as a Research Assistant - FWC; or, A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the educational areas listed above can substitute for one year of the required experience; or, A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the educational areas listed above can substitute for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates who possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics; Applicants with any of the following demonstrated experiences are encouraged to apply and may be given preference: applying scientific programming languages, such as R and Python; processing, managing, and analyzing AIS vessel traffic data or other large geospatial databases; developing and managing web mapping and data visualization applications; conducting ecological analyses using hierarchical models, such as distance sampling, mark-recapture, and spatial capture-recapture; and conducting spatial analysis using GIS software. Preference may also be given to candidates that have demonstrated experience with scientific project management, implementing wildlife conservation research and/or monitoring projects, candidates who have experience with fish and wildlife data collection and analysis, and natural resource and relational database management. Requirements: Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework. Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. To view this posting and apply: https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/ST-PETERSBURG-RESEARCH-ASSOCIATE-FWC-77072846...