Invasive Species Research Technician & Data Manager (Part-Time)

New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) seeks a Part-Time Research Technician to support invasive species research, data management, and institutional policy implementation. This is a two-year position funded by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation Invasive Species Grant Program.

The project leverages data from NYBG’s long-term forest monitoring program, and analyses will include introduction and spread rates as well as biodiversity impacts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in ecology, environmental science, botany, conservation, or related field.
• Experience organizing and analyzing ecological datasets.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis; experience coding (R or Python), working with spatial data, and/or GIS preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interest in translating research for scientific, practitioner, and public audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Research: Compile and analyze historical and contemporary datasets from NYBG’s cultivated collections, the Thain Family Forest, and invasive species management records.
• Data and Policy Management: Develop workflows for data management, statistical analysis, and visualization. Align data procedures with iMapInvasives and support the Invasive Species Working Group.
• Research Dissemination and Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare presentations/outreach materials to share research with institutional and regional partners.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

R or Python

Spatial data / GIS

Communication

Education

Ecology/Environmental Science degree

Tools

R

Python

GIS

Job description

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) seeks a Part-Time Research Technician to support invasive species research, data management, and institutional policy implementation. This is a two-year position funded by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation Invasive Species Grant Program.

The project leverages data from NYBG’s long-term forest monitoring program, and analyses will include introduction and spread rates as well as biodiversity impacts.