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Data Analyst - Southeast Region Headboat Survey (SRHS)

Beaufort, North Carolina · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago

StatisticsSAS

About the role

Compile dockside sampling data from headboat port agents in the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
Assist in completion of annual report summarizing headboat survey data including landings, effort, and fishery impacts.
Participate in multidisciplinary special projects within and outside the agency.

Manage, organize, and maintain SRHS and NMFS databases to ensure proper functioning, data quality, and error correction.
Perform QA/QC checks on otolith and spine collections in the Oracle system; provide error reports to port agents for corrections.
Maintain and develop quality assurance and quality control analyses and procedures on Headboat Survey data.
Compile and maintain vessel directory and contact information; track vessel reporting compliance.
Utilize SAS and/or R, Oracle, and relational databases to summarize landings and effort estimates and perform compliance monitoring.
Perform and assist with data analyses in support of data requests and general scientific inquiries.
AIS is looking for a Data Analyst to support the SEFSCs' Fisheries Statistics Divisions (FSD) Southeast Region Headboat Survey (SRHS).

Knowledge of applying basic concepts, principles, and methodologies of fishery data management and analysis.
Participate in public outreach events and scientific meetings/workshops as required.

MS Degree in Marine Science or a related field
Experience managing and analyzing catch and effort information from recreational fishermen.
Knowledge of statistical concepts and theory.
Expertise in data management and analysis.
Some travel may be required for scientific meetings, workshops, and outreach events.
101 Pivers Island Rd, Beaufort, North Carolina 28516 (SEFSC Beaufort Laboratory)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Must be able to work in the U.S.

Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience.
This is a full-time position.
Minimum Qualifications
BS Degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of applying basic concepts, principles, and methodologies of fishery data management and analysis.
Experienced and proficient in advanced database software including SAS, R, Oracle, and Access.

Perform data summaries and analyses in support of SEDAR stock assessment activities.
AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.

Must be able to work in the U.S. • VEVRAA Federal Contractor • Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals • Equal Opportunity Employer

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