Bioacoustics Scientist | Field Research & Data Analysis

Ocean Associates, Inc.

Miami (FL)

Hybrid

USD 72,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) seeks a Bioacoustician to provide services to NOAA NMFS SEFSC MMTD in Miami, FL. The role focuses on passive acoustics research, data analysis, and field operations, contributing to stock assessments and habitat protection.

Travel is anticipated for fieldwork and meetings. Requirements include a Ph.D. in a related field, 10 years in the field, proficiency with Pamguard, Raven, MATLAB, and R, and experience with hydrophones and towed arrays.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in acoustics, oceanography, or related field.
10 years of experience in related fields.
Experience analyzing anthropogenic noise with acoustic metadata and bioacoustics software.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage passive acoustics projects for stock assessments.
Process and interpret acoustic data to detect, localize, and classify sound sources.
Plan field missions to deploy hydrophones and towed arrays, and operate related equipment.
Prepare technical reports and presentations for management counterparts.