Senior Research Scientist

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Research Scientist, under general supervision, leads predictive ecological modeling and associated data analysis to inform ecosystem management and decision‑making, engages stakeholders during model development, and mentors students in quantitative ecology. This role involves developing predictive ecological models for natural resources decision making, working with spatial and other environmental datasets, sourcing biological and environmental data, and analyzing various data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniques. The position also includes developing new research aligned with program priorities, writing grant proposals, coordinating project planning, and supervising staff. Additionally, the role involves disseminating scientific findings by working with stakeholders, publishing research in peer-reviewed journals, delivering presentations, and mentoring students.

Requirements

Ph.D. in an applicable field.
Eight (8) years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to develop and apply predictive ecological models using a range of methodologies
Record of producing open and reproducible science, including sharing data products and scripts in Git repositories
High‑quality publication record in peer‑reviewed journals, commensurate with an independent research scientist
Established track record of successful grant funding as lead PI or co‑PI on externally sponsored research projects
Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research, including serving on thesis committees and co‑authoring student‑led publications
Experience delivering presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
Expertise building Bayesian networks for ecological application
Expertise working with NetCDF file format

Responsibilities

Develops predictive ecological models for natural resources decision making
Develops and works with spatial and other environmental datasets to support ecological modeling and analysis
Sources biological, environmental, and related data for use in modeling and analysis
Analyzes various biological, environmental, and related data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniques
Develops new research aligned with program priorities in ecosystem science and modeling
Writes competitive grant proposals to secure external funding
Coordinates project planning, timelines, and deliverables for funded research activities
Provides supervision and mentoring for research and technical staff
Works with stakeholders and partners during model development to understand information needs and incorporate feedback into modeling approaches
Maintains a strong record of publishing ecological modeling research in peer‑reviewed scientific journals
Delivers presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
Mentors undergraduate and graduate students on data analysis and ecological modeling, including supervision of research projects and co‑authorship of student‑led publications

Benefits

Medical insurance with university contribution
Dental & Vision insurance
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
Dual Career Partner Program
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities
Work Life Solutions (Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources)
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
8 hours of sick leave time off every month
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays each year