Occidental College · 2 weeks ago
Post Doctoral Researcher - Wildlife Biology
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $74K/yrOccidental College is seeking a Post Doctoral Researcher in Wildlife Biology to lead analytical components of a wildlife data project in Southern California. The role involves developing data pipelines, performing statistical analyses, creating visualizations, and mentoring students in research methods.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Manage and update datasets, maintain organized data files, and perform quality control assessments to ensure accuracy and consistency of all data used in analyses
Conduct statistical analyses, develop and maintain data analysis scripts, and ensure all analytical procedures are fully documented and reproducible
Generate figures, tables, and other visualizations, and prepare written summaries and results of all completed analyses
Perform literature research, review relevant publications, and collate data from published studies to support project objectives
Mentor undergraduate students conducting independent research projects, providing guidance on methods, analysis, and research design
Participate in meetings with project collaborators, provide updates on progress, and contribute to discussions on project direction and integration of research findings
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. degree in Biology or related sciences relevant to the position responsibilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in the R programming language
Skill in spatial modeling
Ability to conduct statistical data analysis
Knowledge in ecological field research
Ability to write up data analysis results for publication
Competence in creating graphs and tables in R using ggplot
Ability to review scientific literature and evaluate computational results
Thorough understanding of computers, text editors, spreadsheets, and word processors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google drives/folders/forms, Adobe Acrobat, Web Editing, and social media applications or any combination of productivity programs applicable to position responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and thorough; skilled at anticipating and preventing potential problems and handling a wide variety of tasks with efficiency and accuracy
Strong commitment to a quality work product
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and electronically
Effective interpersonal skills as evidenced in the ability to collaborate with a variety of constituencies
Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, inclusion & diversity
Demonstrated skill in adapting to and performing work effectively in high-volume, high accountability, confidential environment with multiple and changing priorities
Effective organizational, logistical, time management and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, prioritize and fulfill the functions of an office in a timely manner
Ability to self-motivate and work independently
Ability to provide effective leadership and training, and to work effectively and professionally across functions, disciplines, levels, and with diverse groups
Ability to analyze, synthesize and organize data, and present findings in a comprehensible manner for different audiences
Benefits
Generous compensation and benefits package
Company
Occidental College
Occidental College is a premier school in Los Angeles, California.
Founded in 1887
201-500 employees
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