Senior Turtle Ecologist Support Specialist at Lynker Technologies in Woods Hole, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Lynker Technologies


Senior Turtle Ecologist Support Specialist

US-MA-Woods Hole

Job ID: 2025-1302
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Field Technicians
Woods Hole, MA

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Junior Turtle Ecologist Support Specialist to support an upcoming long-term contract that we are bidding on (This will be a contingent position, based upon contract award). Lynker will be operating under FLOAT - A "Fish" and "Lynker" Ocean Alliance Team - a Joint Venture Prime contract holder for NOAA ProTech Fisheries*. This work may be seasonal, with periods of downtime.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Senior Turtle Ecologist Support Specialist may include some, or all of the following: This activity has tasks that may include the following analysis, statistical consultation, synthesis, and report writing on sea turtle ecology and population dynamics. Data could include those collected from captures, surveys, acoustic recording devices, tagging programs, health assessment programs, environmental sampling programs, photogrammetry, remotely operated vehicles, remote sensing, or from other sources. Methods could follow established protocols, or may need to be developed to address short-comings of current approaches, to include additional available data, or to address other changing needs. Needs may include the following types/topics:Statistical consultation on sea turtle studiesDistribution and/or abundance estimatesAnimal behavior and ecologyHealth assessments, morphometrics, and/or physiological studiesSimulation studies (which may include population dynamics, exploration of bias and uncertainty, management strategy evaluation, predictions over time)Spatial managementClimate impactsEvaluation of ecological relationships between characteristics of protected species (abundance, distribution, and bycatch) and their physical and biological ecosystem;Stock identification, life history, and/or estimation of vital ratesAnthropogenic impacts and/or stock assessmentComparisons between techniques or populations/groupsEvaluation of accuracy, precision, biasOther conservation researchField and lab support which may include:Prepare for field work and de-stage afterwards.Participate in or coordinate data collection in land-based programs or at sea field research.Interacting with live turtles or turtle carcasses may include the following: Pursue, handle, collect information, apply tags, necropsy.Participate in operations of small boats deployed from land or sea.Contribute to the completion of project reports, including taking the lead responsibility.Support for database management services:Provide database management.Maintain collection of biological samples.Establish and implement an image and video library from existing and new files.Update the current webpage as well as develop and implement new pages, possibly containing photographs, video, animations, results of Oracle database queries, and/or R Shiny interactive web apps.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements for the Senior Turtle Ecologist Support Specialists will include the following: Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); some experience with data management, analytical reporting, and environmental and biological data is strongly preferred.
Must have at least 3+ years of experience successfully performing the tasks identified above, plus an advanced
(PhD, Veterinary) degree or equivalent in marine ecology, conservation biology, quantitative ecology, or similar;For positions that require appreciable field work, the following also apply:
Have all necessary medical clearance and required safety training certificates before research activities
Have corrected 20/20 vision when position is a visual observer
Have the capability to work outside, including on a small boat, for periods of up to 12 hours at a time
Be able to safely lift 40 lbs on a rolling vessel
Have willingness and ability to work far from home (including far from land) for weeks at a time
Meet the requirements listed under NOAA Small Boat Requirements if small boats are part of the research project. About Lynker Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement. We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively. Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly costHealthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and visionPersonal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidaysHighly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks401(k) retirement plan with company-matchingEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!Flexible spending accountsEmployee assistance program (EAP)Short- and long-term disability insuranceLife and accident insuranceTuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per yearSpot bonuses for exceptional performanceAnnual Employee Recognition Awards with bonusesEmployee Referral ProgramFree centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pacePersonalized career growth plans for every employeeLynker is an E-Verify employer. * This position is advertised through our joint venture, FLOAT --a partnership between Lynker and Fish, serving NOAA ProTech Fisheries Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.


Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Salary:

$80,000.00

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