Ecological Data Steward & LTER Information Manager

Long Term Ecological Research; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution invites applications for a Research Scientist (Information Manager) to lead information management for the Virginia Coast Reserve Long Term Ecological Research project. The role involves overseeing ecological data lifecycle, ensuring quality and accessibility of datasets, and collaborating with faculty and researchers. Candidates should have a PhD or Master's in relevant fields, experience in data management, and proficiency in programming languages like R or Python. This is a full-time position based in Charlottesville, VA, with some travel required.

Qualifications

• Experience with research data lifecycle including cleaning and quality control.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage, curate, and archive ecological datasets.
• Ensure compliance with data management requirements.
• Develop and maintain data management systems and workflows.

Skills

Data management

Programming in R or Python

Database management

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree or Master's in relevant field

Tools

SQL

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

A prestigious research institution invites applications for a Research Scientist (Information Manager) to lead information management for the Virginia Coast Reserve Long Term Ecological Research project. The role involves overseeing ecological data lifecycle, ensuring quality and accessibility of datasets, and collaborating with faculty and researchers. Candidates should have a PhD or Master's in relevant fields, experience in data management, and proficiency in programming languages like R or Python. This is a full-time position based in Charlottesville, VA, with some travel required.