WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST
Req No: Agency Name: FWC - Fish&Wildlife Cons Comm
Description:
OCCUPATION PROFILE
Working Title: ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST
FWRI
Broadband/Class Level: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS - Level
4
Broadband/Class Code: 19-1023-04 Pay Grade/Pay Band: BB012
Position Number: 77072679 Closing Date: 3/4/08
Location: SAINT PETERSBURG County: Pinellas County
Biweekly Pay Range: $ $1783.89 - $2272.02
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
Facility: FISH AND WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE
DESCRIPTION:
OCCUPATION PROFILE
JOB FAMILY: LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATION: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS
19-1023
Position 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. Other 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.
Education: A master's degree and 4 yrs. of professional experience as described
above; or a doctorate with 2 years of experience. Candidates with PhD will be given
preference.
Desired Qualifications:
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.
This position is a State of Florida Full Time Employee (FTE) position
which provides a full benefit package.
!
THE STATE OF FLORIDA IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER.
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 295 FLORIDA STATUTES
VETERANS AND SPOUSES OF VETERANS MAY RECEIVE
PREFERENCE IN EMPLOYMENT AND ARE ENCOURAGED
TO APPLY.
Requirements:
Occupation FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS
Education M.S. or PhD
Job Type Full Time
Region/County Pinellas County
Years of Experience 2-5 years
Percent of Travel 1-25%
Description:
OCCUPATION PROFILE
Working Title: ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST
FWRI
Broadband/Class Level: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS - Level
4
Broadband/Class Code: 19-1023-04 Pay Grade/Pay Band: BB012
Position Number: 77072679 Closing Date: 3/4/08
Location: SAINT PETERSBURG County: Pinellas County
Biweekly Pay Range: $ $1783.89 - $2272.02
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
Facility: FISH AND WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE
DESCRIPTION:
OCCUPATION PROFILE
JOB FAMILY: LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATION: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS
19-1023
Position 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. Other 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.
Education: A master's degree and 4 yrs. of professional experience as described
above; or a doctorate with 2 years of experience. Candidates with PhD will be given
preference.
Desired Qualifications:
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.
This position is a State of Florida Full Time Employee (FTE) position
which provides a full benefit package.
!
THE STATE OF FLORIDA IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER.
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 295 FLORIDA STATUTES
VETERANS AND SPOUSES OF VETERANS MAY RECEIVE
PREFERENCE IN EMPLOYMENT AND ARE ENCOURAGED
TO APPLY.
Requirements:
Occupation FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS
Education M.S. or PhD
Job Type Full Time
Region/County Pinellas County
Years of Experience 2-5 years
Percent of Travel 1-25%
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