State of Florida
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Sea Turtle Research
Job Description
This is a term-limited, grant-funded technical position that supports Fish and Wildlife Research Institute scientists within the Sea Turtle Research program. The person selected for this position will provide data management and analytical support for research data on sea turtle distribution and habitat use. This position will work with sea turtle researchers across several research topics performing tasks focused on the entry, maintenance, quality assurance and quality control of research data sets. The person in this position will communicate technical information to colleagues in an effective and professional manner. The specific job duties are as follows:
- Maintain and develop relational databases for research data;
- Manage and design front-end applications for databases;
- Maintain existing and create new data reporting applications;
- Maintain and create code to streamline and automate data management tasks;
- Develop routines to assess data accuracy and perform quality control checks.
Minimum Requirements
In order to be considered, candidates must possess a BA or BS degree in computer science, computer engineering, geographic information systems, informatics, information systems, wildlife or fisheries science or a discipline closely related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Knowledge, Skill(s), and Abilities
Successful applicants will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Expertise with relational database management systems, especially SQL;
- Experience creating and managing data within relational databases;
- Ability to write transactional queries, stored procedures and functions within a database management system;
- Proficient in one or more scripting languages, especially R and Python;
- Familiarity with programming concepts;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to articulate technical information to colleagues and prepare technical documentation; and
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Preferred Experience
Preference may be given to candidates demonstrating:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio;
- Familiarity with geo spatial data and analysis;
- Background in natural sciences, conservation, or ecology;
- Quantitative analytical skills; and
- Advanced training or coursework in a related discipline.