Fishery Biologist II/ Data Analyst

*US Citizenship Required

*Onsite Position in Beaufort, NC

*Position is Subject to Contract Award

Position Overview

Think Tank Inc. is seeking Data Analysts to support the Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) Southeast Region Headboat Survey (SRHS) program. These positions are located onsite at the SEFSC Laboratory in Beaufort, North Carolina and are responsible for managing and analyzing fishery-dependent data from the recreational head boat fishery across the Southeastern United States.

Key Responsibilities

Database Management & QA/QC

• Manage, organize, and maintain SRHS and NMFS databases to ensure proper functioning, data quality, and error corrections.
• Perform QA/QC checks on otolith and spine collections in the Oracle system; provide error reports to port agents for corrections.
• Compile dockside sampling data from head boat port agents in the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
• Maintain and develop quality assurance and quality control analyses and procedures on Head Boat Survey data.
• Compile and maintain vessel directory and contact information; track vessel reporting compliance.
• Check and validate data daily; submit weekly status reports.

Analytical Support

• Perform and assist with various data analyses using SAS and/or R in support of data requests and general scientific inquiries.
• Perform data summaries and analyses in support of SEDAR stock assessment activities.
• Assist in completion of the annual report summarizing head boat survey data including landings, effort, and impacts on the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico head boat fishery.

General Support

• Participate in special projects including multidisciplinary collaborations within and outside the agency.
• Write scientific proposals; review reports, manuscripts, and scientific proposals.
• Participate in public outreach events and scientific meetings as required.
• Complete training courses and maintain up-to-date training annually

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

Education

• MS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study; OR BS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study plus three (3) years of relevant experience.

Experience & Skills

• Knowledge of applying basic concepts, principles, and methodologies of data management and analysis of fishery data.
• Experienced and proficient in advanced database software including SAS, R, Oracle, and Access to summarize data, perform statistical analysis, and provide results in presentation or report form.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• Experience managing and analyzing catch and effort information from recreational fishermen.
• Knowledge of statistical concepts and theory.
• Expertise in data management and analysis.