Computational Ecologist for Nature‑Driven Design

OXMAN; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in design and R&D, OXMAN is seeking a Computational Research Engineer/Computer Scientist with expertise in Computational Ecology. The role focuses on ecosystem modeling, developing metrics for ecosystem health, and leveraging computational methods to bridge human and nature environments. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. and strong programming skills, particularly in Python and C++. This position offers a competitive salary range, reflecting the innovative and interdisciplinary nature of the work.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Computer Science, Computational Ecology, Systems Biology.
• Experience with large datasets in ecology and proficiency in GIS.
• Strong programming skills in Python or C++.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify ecosystem behaviors for modeling.
• Lead modeling of ecosystem dynamics and interactions.
• Develop quantitative metrics for ecosystem health.

Skills

Programming in Python

Modeling techniques

Data analysis

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Remote sensing knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

JAX

Cloud-based data storage

Job description

A leading company in design and R&D, OXMAN is seeking a Computational Research Engineer/Computer Scientist with expertise in Computational Ecology. The role focuses on ecosystem modeling, developing metrics for ecosystem health, and leveraging computational methods to bridge human and nature environments. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. and strong programming skills, particularly in Python and C++. This position offers a competitive salary range, reflecting the innovative and interdisciplinary nature of the work.