Large Whale Survey Biologist
Integrated Statistics is looking for a Large Whale Biologist to support
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National
Marine Fishery Service (NMFS). The Northeast Fisheries Science Center
The Large Whale Biologist assists in the collection and analysis of
aerial and shipboard right whale survey data, including studying the
distribution of right whales in relation to human activities and the
impacts of those activities on right whale behavior, health, population
dynamics, and ecology. The primary responsibilities of this position
focus on conducting aerial surveys and working with the resulting data.
*Duties*
The Large Whale Biologist is engaged in these tasks:
* Participating in aerial surveys for right whales. Flight crew
responsibilities include visually scanning for whales from bubble
windows, recording sightings data on custom computer software, and
photographing whales for individual identification using a digital
SLR camera with a telephoto lens.
* Participating in small vessel and shipboard surveys for right
whales, as needed. Shipboard duties include visually scanning for
whales, photographing whales for individual identification,
collecting biopsy samples from select individuals using crossbows,
assisting with oceanographic and zooplankton sampling, and
supporting unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations.
* Managing survey and photographic data. Data processing duties
include QA/QC of aerial and shipboard sightings and effort data,
evaluating sightings relative to seasonal and dynamic management
areas, accurate and timely completion of summary spreadsheets and
survey reports, preliminary matching of right whale individual
identification images, and maintenance of data processing programs
and databases.
* Supporting management needs. Duties include analyzing data and
preparing presentations for stakeholder meetings, environmental
impact statements, biological opinions, etc. Additional duties may
include assisting with whale carcass relocation, supporting
disentanglement efforts, assisting with whale necropsies, and
helping prepare stock assessment reports.
* Public outreach. Duties include assisting with Protected Species
Branch website content and maintenance, and helping with public
education and outreach activities.
*Qualifications and Skills*
* At least one full year of experience working on right whale or
related aerial survey projects.
* Familiarity with marine mammal visual survey data collection and
processing methods, including use of spreadsheets and Google drives.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (including
visual presentations) with a variety of audiences including
technical, scientific, and the general public.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Strong project management skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Adaptability to quickly changing priorities and strict timelines.
* US citizenship and ability to comply with EO 14042.
Aircraft ditch training and small boat handling experience are desired
but not required; however, ditch training will be required to conduct
the work. SQL and R programming skills desired but not required.
Familiarity with marine mammal acoustics desired but not required.
This position is full-time for one year. The position requires fieldwork
and travel. Some projects will require the Biologist to spend up to
three weeks at a time at sea or away from home, including in Canada. The
rate of pay will depend on skills and experience, and the position is
eligible for the benefits described on the Integrated Statistics
website. To apply for this position, go to
https://jobs.intstats.com/JobDetails.jsp?jobListingId=303 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.
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Integrated Statistics, Inc.
16 Sumner Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
Cell: (508) 648-8308
Office: (508) 540-8560
Fax: (508) 721-6841
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