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IFAW · 2 weeks ago

Marine Mammal Data Manager

Yarmouth Port, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$80K/yr - $98K/yr

5+ years exp

IFAW is dedicated to improving the lives of both animals and people, and they are seeking a Marine Mammal Data Manager to oversee all aspects of data management within their Marine Mammal Rescue Program. The role involves managing databases, coordinating data entry and analysis, and supporting the program's strategic objectives.

Non ProfitWildlife Conservation

Hiring Manager

Gia Thomas

Responsibilities

Oversee timely data entry for the MMR team and ensure data accuracy and quality control are maintained and appropriate

Manage relational database development and enhancement to store data related to stranding response, case information, morphometrics, treatments, examination, diagnostics, sample storage and dissemination, human interaction documentation, etc

Coordinate and oversee data usage for internal (e.g., cross-programmatic data, impact summaries, annual reports, internal research and analysis) and external (e.g., National Stranding Database, Unusual Mortality Events, research or educational requests, media requests) purposes, as well as funder reporting

Ensure that stranding data are entered, verified, and uploaded to the NOAA Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program National Database within 30 days of case report, per IFAW’s Stranding Agreement

Update and maintain data collection and management protocols as needed, in collaboration with Program leadership

Coordinate MMR’s Researcher Review Group, leading regular meetings and acting as the primary contact for external research requests

In coordination with the team’s Veterinarian, manage MMR’s Internal Research and Science Group, leading regular meetings, maintaining program priorities, ensuring progress and supporting applicable staff on current projects or publications in peer-reviewed journals

Track publications, presentations, trainings, and workshops that involve MMR participation, authorship, or co-authorship

Act as the agency representative for data management-related activities for the regional stranding consortium, network meetings, and working groups

Assist in grant proposal preparation, writing, and management throughout the grant lifecycle, including drafting of reports

Manage assigned project budgets, ensuring they are effectively planned, maintained, and monitored

Work with the IFAW Communications team, as needed, to represent the program for internal and external audiences

Assist the Development team with donor engagement, as needed

Supervise Biologists and Technicians when assigned data management activities

Support other team members, as time and duties permit

Participate in rotational coverage of response Point of Contact (POC) and field positions; includes rotation coverage of weekends and some holidays

Participates in all aspects, including the Incident Commander role, of live and dead marine mammal field response, animal care, diagnostics, and necropsy

Qualification

SQL database managementMarine mammal biologyStatistical analysisPeer-reviewed publicationsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject managementTeam-building skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

At least 5 years directly relevant experience in marine mammal stranding response, animal care, field biology, or closely related field

Extensive experience with SQL based relational database management (e.g., MS Access) required, and ideally R, Python, or a similar language

Ability to work with and perform statistical analyses on complicated datasets with varying quality, formats, and sample sizes

History of peer-reviewed publications in a relevant field

Demonstrated experience in leading projects from multiple funding sources and with detailed reporting requirements; good project management skills with an ability to manage a large workload and prioritize appropriately

Ability to lead field and project teams comprised of staff, interns, volunteers, and colleagues with various skills and experience levels

Ability to adapt to working in varied environments and to handle fast-paced and high stress situations

Strong attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills; ability to effectively analyze problems and provide creative, workable solutions

Excellent organizational and team-building skills

Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing. Ability to interact harmoniously and communicate effectively with people (both internally and externally) from varying educational, social, and cultural backgrounds. Ability to communicate complex scientific data and analyses to a variety of stakeholders (e.g., scientists, policy makers, donors, and the general public)

Ability to communicate to the public through the media and to act as a spokesperson, where appropriate (requirement)

Able to work interdependently, optimizing the skills available within the team

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required

Must be of good physical fitness, able to swim, and lift/carry 50lb

Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the U.S

Must possess a valid driver's license and must pass DOT medical exam upon hiring

Experience with or willingness to learn driving of large trucks, trailers, and vessels

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred; MS/PhD or other advanced degree in marine mammal biology, marine biology, or other biological science or related field ideal