Fisheries Research Biologist/GIS Specialist Trout Unlimited
This is a full-time TU Science Team position located in Boise, Idaho. The incumbent Fisheries Research Biologist works with the TU Science Team in development of the Conservation Success Index (http://tucsi.spatialdynamics.com) and associated applications ranging from climate change and energy development to restoration of coldwater fishes and their habitats throughout the United States. The incumbent will work directly with TU’s Senior Scientist, Resource Information Director and GIS team. The ideal candidate for this position has experience in both Geographic Information Systems and fisheries biology/aquatic ecology, with an advanced degree in fisheries, ecology, natural resource management, geography, or related discipline. Salary commensurate with experience. The primary duties of the incumbent include the following: 1. Analysis of assessment data on the status and condition of trout, char, and salmon 2. Use of a variety of spatial analysis tools to array and map biological and habitat information 3. Analysis of limiting factors affecting coldwater fishes 4. Develop reports and other summaries of complex biological data 5. Work with GIS team to develop and implement spatial models and web- based applications in support of Conservation Success Index and oversee QA/QC procedures. 6. Support integration of scientifically based spatial analyses with TU’s conservation programs. Minimum job requirements. Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications: 1. Ability to synthesize complex biological problems and data sets. 2. Ability to communicate well both in writing and in person. 3. Ability to translate complex scientific information into terms readily understood by the general public. 4. Ability to work within a wide range of scientific disciplines such as fisheries biology, hydrology, conservation, general ecology, and restoration ecology. 5. Proficient in the use of ESRI ArcInfo programs and an understanding of relational databases. 6. Ability to design and implement spatial models in support of environmental and natural resource characterization. 7. Ability to review field projects and travel under a wide variety of conditions. 8. Ability to work well with people of diverse personalities and opinions. 9. Knowledge of recent scientific advances in the fields of fisheries biology, conservation biology, geography, restoration, and climate change. 10. Ability to multi-task and work independently Please send cover letter, detailed resume, and samples of authored reports/publications to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Further information on this announcement can be obtained from Dr. Jack Williams, TU’s Senior Scientist ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or Dr. Amy Haak, TU’s Resource Information Director ([EMAIL PROTECTED]).
