Scientific Data Manager
About The Position
Lynker Corporation, in partnership with TechGlobal, is seeking a Scientific Data Manager to support NOAA Fisheries’ Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC), Marine Mammal and Turtle Division (MMTD). This proposed role will support marine mammal and sea turtle science through data collection, data management, survey coordination, quality control, documentation, reporting, and dissemination of scientific information. The SEFSC MMTD conducts marine mammal and sea turtle research in support of conservation, assessment, and management objectives. The division’s work includes field-based research from research vessels, small boats, planes, and advanced unmanned technologies, as well as laboratory-based research in areas such as molecular genetics, photogrammetry, stable isotopes, hormone assays, passive acoustics, and necropsies. Additional support may include end-to-end data management services from data collection through quality control, processing, analysis, dissemination, and archival in cloud-based repositories following FAIR data use principles and NOAA data governance policy.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in marine ecology, environmental science, oceanography, or related field; or an undergraduate degree with 1 year of relevant research experience.
- Working knowledge of marine mammal or marine species data collection and processing.
- Experience managing complex datasets collected from varied surveys and observation platforms.
- Ability to work with other data managers to coordinate data processing efforts.
- Proficient technical writing skills to maintain adequate documentation of data processing protocols.
- Experience writing and editing technical reports describing data summaries and trends in miscellaneous scientific publications.
Responsibilities
- Support data collection and management and survey coordination within SEFSC MMTD.
- Conduct, support, and/or oversee aspects of field research activities conducted by the Division and partners, from project design to data collection, management, sharing, and dissemination of scientific information.
- Coordinate and communicate with Principal Investigators, Program Leads, and MMTD leadership.
- Develop and update standard research protocols and comply with scientific research permit requirements, including the Marine Mammal Protection Act, Endangered Species Act, Animal Welfare Act, and NMFS Animal Care and Use Policy.
- Manage and curate data for accuracy and quality.
- Ensure metadata is provided and data is properly stored, archived, and accessible in established cloud repositories and in accordance with NOAA’s Data Governance Strategy and other established NOAA data policies.
- Use current techniques and software for managing large and complex datasets, including acoustics, photo-ID, omics, and survey data.
- Work with other MMTD team members to formulate analytical solutions to marine mammal management questions that integrate existing data streams within NOAA.
- Run editing and validation procedures to ensure high-quality data is maintained and provided for advanced analysis or varied data users.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Chief Scientist(s) to provide project planning, budget, and logistical support for ship and/or field surveys.
- Assist Project Investigators, MMTD, and the Center Director in preparing ship time requests, justifications, and evaluations of potential funding and time allocation scenarios.
- Oversee field survey equipment inventory, repair, maintenance, and storage, including operating the forklift and crane as needed to prepare and load/unload equipment.
- Oversee and prepare survey equipment for loans nationally and internationally.
- Maintain and update websites, including posting newsworthy stories and field survey blogs and sharing briefings and reports internally and externally.
- Develop written technical reports and peer-reviewed publications documenting project findings.
- Disseminate scientific results through presentations to diverse stakeholder groups.
- Attend planning and coordination meetings with MMTD researchers, either virtually or in person.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
