Geospatial Analysis Data Science Support

*Position is Subject to Contract Award POSITION DESCRIPTION:Description of Duties:Integrate spatial and remotely sensed datasets across freshwater, estuarine, and nearshore marine habitats using advanced GIS analysis.Compute spatial indices from large datasets (e.g., prey availability, predator abundance, habitat conditions) for use in assessment tools.Contribute to incorporation of spatial datasets and indices into fish life cycle models used to evaluate management scenarios.Lead data processing and visualization; share compiled data, workflow protocols, and research products.Collect fish and environmental data in the field (harsh conditions; may involve driving vehicles/boats/trailers and occasional ship-survey assistance).Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional meetings and scientific conferences, as needed. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Required:Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order, with emphasis in fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, oceanography, or hydrology.Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience related to the task order, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region. Desired:Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience.  CERTIFICATIONS:Required:Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101. RESPONSIBILITIES:Required (Deliverables):Datasets produced by geospatial analysis stored in an accessible, organized way (e.g., interactive data dashboards backed by code repositories).Reproducible workflows documented in written reports and code repositories.Written status reports and other ad hoc communications as needed. SKILLS:Required:Strong background using GIS (ArcPro, QGIS, etc.) to collate and analyze large spatial datasets.Strong quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with software such as R, GitHub or GIS, and with open-science concepts.Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles.Ability to manage workload, stay organized, and produce high-quality work efficiently; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.