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Cherokee Federal · 1 day ago

Researcher IV

Gainesville, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$62K/yr - $62K/yr

Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on serving the government’s mission. They are seeking a Researcher IV to help safeguard U.S. aquatic ecosystems by curating invasive species data and performing literature reviews.

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Responsibilities

Enter, quality-control, and geo-reference nonindigenous aquatic species data (lat/long, HUC) following SOPs

Perform literature reviews; find and enter museum, state DNR, and online data sources

Write and revise technical species profiles and fact sheets (introductions, biology, distribution)

Contact agencies and scientists to acquire new data and clarify records

Confirm species identity using morphological and genetic data; resolve taxonomic ambiguities

Ensure nomenclature aligns with standards (e.g., ITIS, WoRMS); update synonyms and classifications

Add authoritative taxonomic metadata to species profiles (higher classification, native range, pathways)

Conduct routine data quality checks across NAS records and datasets

Support meetings, scanning, document organization, and standard office tasks

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Aquatic plantAnimal identificationInvasive species scientific literatureTaxonomyNomenclature standardsRelational databasesGeo-referencingSpatial dataTechnical scientific writingCommunication skillsWork independently

Required

Master's degree in biology or a related field (required)

Strong knowledge of aquatic plant and animal identification and ecology

Experience with invasive species scientific literature and technical writing

Familiarity with relational databases and data entry QA/QC practices

Ability to work independently within established procedures and timelines

Competence in geo-referencing and spatial data concepts (lat/long, HUCs)

Experience resolving taxonomic issues; knowledge of ITIS/WoRMS nomenclature standards

Excellent communication skills for collaborating with agencies and researchers

Ability to sit for extended periods; lift light-to-moderate office materials; standard office hours on site

Willingness to complete safety and IT training; occasional travel as needed

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other possible benefits as provided

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969