Fisheries Statistician - Bayesian Data Analysis

Ocean Associates

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 83,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Ocean Associates Inc. seeks a qualified statistician to provide analyses for NOAA/NWFSC FE in Seattle, WA.

The role emphasizes Bayesian stats, marked-recapture methods, and interdisciplinary collaboration with fisheries scientists and tribal partners. Responsibilities include developing probabilistic models, supporting study design, data curation for mark-recapture needs, and dissemination of results through reports and conferences.

Qualifications

PhD in statistics, fisheries, ecology, or natural sciences is required.
Strong quantitative background with coursework in statistics and probability.
Experience with Bayesian statistics and mark-recapture methods preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide statistical analysis to inform management decisions.
Statistically analyze spatial and temporal variability in salmon survival and migration.
Develop probabilistic models for ecological and behavioral processes.
Support study design and analysis for other researchers.
Organize ecological datasets for mark-recapture modeling needs.
Document reproducible workflows and analytical protocols.
Publish reports and present results at meetings/conferences.
Assist with field collection of fish/environmental data as needed.