Quantitative Ecology Fellow: Bayesian Wildlife Modeling

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education in Fort Collins, Colorado, offers a research opportunity with USDA APHIS to study wildlife disease ecology and spatial modeling under mentorship. You will gain experience applying Bayesian methods to ecological datasets and learn to interpret results for practical wildlife management.

The program emphasizes quantitative ecology, GIS data handling, and effective scientific communication, with a stipend and a one-year appointment starting in October

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a master's or doctoral degree in relevant fields.
• Experience with Bayesian statistical methods and ecological data analysis.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research on wildlife disease ecology and spatial modeling.
• Develop Bayesian hierarchical models for surveillance and movement data.
• Collaborate with mentors and present findings to diverse stakeholders.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB

R

Bayesian analysis

GIS data handling

Statistical modeling

Data visualization

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

NIMBLE

Stan

GIS software

Job description

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education in Fort Collins, Colorado, offers a research opportunity with USDA APHIS to study wildlife disease ecology and spatial modeling under mentorship. You will gain experience applying Bayesian methods to ecological datasets and learn to interpret results for practical wildlife management.

The program emphasizes quantitative ecology, GIS data handling, and effective scientific communication, with a stipend and a one-year appointment starting in October