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Analyze spatial and temporal variability in abundance and composition of fish, their prey, competitors, predators, and habitats.Analyze and generate relationships between fish responses (e.g., density, biomass, growth, survival) and stressors (environmental/ecological conditions, habitat metrics, management actions) in particular life stages.Contribute statistical and spatial analysis expertise to construction and implementation of fish life cycle (stock assessment) models and simulations evaluating cumulative effects across life cycles - with emphasis on ecological interactions (predators, prey) and expanding model complexity in estuary and nearshore domains.Share comprehensive workflow protocols and research products.Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional and national meetings and scientific conferences, as needed.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: Doctorate from an accredited college/university with an emphasis in a field related to the task order, including geomorphology, oceanography, hydrology, fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, and/or statistics.Experience: Five (5) or more years of relevant experience, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region.Desired:
Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience.CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
Reproducible workflows documented; computer scripts and methods shared in an open-source framework such as GitHub.Analysis products stored in an accessible, organized way; data and models shared via collaborative scientific platforms and public research repositories.Written status reports and other ad hoc communications as needed.SKILLS:
Required:
Strong quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with software such as R, Python, GitHub and GIS, and with open-science concepts.Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles.Ability to manage workload, stay organized, and produce high-quality work efficiently; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams. Read Less*Position is Subject to Contract Award
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Integrate spatial and remotely sensed datasets across freshwater, estuarine, and nearshore marine habitats using advanced GIS analysis.Compute spatial indices from large datasets (e.g., prey availability, predator abundance, habitat conditions) for use in assessment tools.Contribute to incorporation of spatial datasets and indices into fish life cycle models used to evaluate management scenarios.Lead data processing and visualization; share compiled data, workflow protocols, and research products.Collect fish and environmental data in the field (harsh conditions; may involve driving vehicles/boats/trailers and occasional ship-survey assistance).Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional meetings and scientific conferences, as needed.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order, with emphasis in fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, oceanography, or hydrology.Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience related to the task order, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region.Desired:
Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience.CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
Datasets produced by geospatial analysis stored in an accessible, organized way (e.g., interactive data dashboards backed by code repositories).Reproducible workflows documented in written reports and code repositories.Written status reports and other ad hoc communications as needed.SKILLS:
Required:
Strong background using GIS (ArcPro, QGIS, etc.) to collate and analyze large spatial datasets.Strong quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with software such as R, GitHub or GIS, and with open-science concepts.Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles.Ability to manage workload, stay organized, and produce high-quality work efficiently; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams. Read Less*Position is Subject to Contract Award
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Develop and advance the Comprehensive Passage (COMPASS) model for application in river systems to evaluate effects of stressors and management actions across fish life cycles, using statistical modeling, computer modeling, statistical/quantitative analysis, and other quantitative modeling techniques.Construct and implement models evaluating survival and migration through the hydropower system (COMPASS model) to address West Coast Regional Office requests in support of ESA litigation and permitting.Collaborate with regional managers and researchers to structure, synthesize, and manage environmental and biological data relevant to modeling needs.Document and share reproducible research workflows and analytical products.Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional and national meetings and conferences, as needed.Assist with field collection of fish and environmental data as needed (may involve riding in vehicles and/or boats).EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order and a strong quantitative background, with emphasis in statistics, mathematics, fisheries, ecology, or the natural sciences.Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience related to the task order.Desired:
Master's degree preferred.Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experienceCERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
All analyses conducted with accepted methods and QA/QC.Assigned statistical and biological modeling components completed and integrated into COMPASS and life cycle models for the Columbia River basin, and others as needed.Reproducible analytical workflows documented; modeling scripts, methods, and results shared via open-science platforms (e.g., GitHub).Written status reports and other ad hoc communications; participation in field tasks as needed.SKILLS:
Required:
Extensive experience in modeling and data analysis; extensive experience executing statistical analysis and modeling in R, with strong R coding skills.Familiarity interpreting or interfacing with C or C++ code within a scientific modeling context.Familiarity with common workplace software such as Google Suite and Microsoft Office.Excellent communication skills; experience writing reports and contributing to peer-reviewed articles; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.Desired:
Experience with Bayesian statistical methods and mark-recapture analysis preferred.Computational experience with command-line environments (e.g., Linux/shell scripting) preferred; experience with open-science concepts.Experience with Bayesian modeling programs Stan and JAGS preferred. Read Less*Position is Subject to Contract Award
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Provide statistical analysis to inform management decisions.Statistically analyze spatial and temporal variability in processes experienced by migrating salmon in river systems, especially survival and migration patterns through hydropower systems and across life cycles.Analyze and generate relationships between fish responses (density, growth, survival, migration rate) and stressors in particular life stages.Develop novel probabilistic mathematical and simulation models representing complex ecological and behavioral processes with modern statistical methods.Provide statistical support to other researchers during study design and analysis; organize and curate ecological datasets relevant to mark-recapture modeling.Document and share reproducible workflows and analytical protocols; publish reports and scientific papers and present at regional/national meetings and conferences.Assist with field collection of fish and environmental data as needed (may involve riding in vehicles and/or boats).EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: PhD from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order, with emphasis in statistics, mathematics, fisheries, ecology, or the natural sciences. Must have a strong quantitative background with a solid foundation and extensive coursework in statistics and probability.Experience: Ten (10) or more years of experience related to the task order, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region.Desired:
Knowledge and experience in Bayesian statistics and mark-recapture methods is strongly preferred.Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experienceCERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
All analyses conducted with accepted methods and QA/QC.Reproducible analytical workflows documented; statistical scripts and methodologies shared via open-science platforms (e.g., GitHub).Analysis products archived accessibly; final data and models shared via public scientific repositories or interactive research dashboards.Published scientific papers and reports; regular communication with team members.Written status reports and other ad hoc communications; participation in field tasks as needed.SKILLS:
Required:
Extensive experience in statistical modeling and data analysis; extensive experience conducting analyses and coding in R.Experience with programs Stan and JAGS; experience with open-science concepts.Strong computational skills, including ability to manipulate large environmental datasets within a command-line environment (e.g., Linux/shell scripting).Familiarity interpreting or interfacing with C or C++ code within a scientific modeling context; familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams
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Digital field collection & technology integration: lead field collection of biological and environmental data in estuarine and marine environments, spearheading the transition from analog recording to digital data-collection platforms (e.g., electronic measuring boards, ruggedized tablets); continuously evaluate and implement new field technologies to improve at-sea efficiency.eDNA sample collection & liaison: develop rigorous eDNA protocols and oversee field-based collection, preservation, and chain-of-custody of eDNA water samples; ensure strict at-sea anti-contamination protocols; serve as primary operational liaison to the 'Omics laboratory for bioinformatics processing.Workflow automation & rapid product generation: design and implement automated data pipelines to streamline ship-to-shore data transfer; develop scripts/workflows that rapidly generate preliminary data products, cruise summaries, and visualization tools after field operations.Optimize datasets: maintain project databases for organization, accessibility, and usability; ensure historical and newly digitized datasets are standardized and analysis-ready.Logistics & asset management: direct mobilization/demobilization of project equipment using modern inventory-tracking systems.Scientific communication: author technical reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present workflow-modernization strategies at regional and national scientific meetingsEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major directly related to the contract; acceptable fields include (but are not limited to) fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, oceanography, or hydrology.Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience related to the outlined tasks, including demonstrated familiarity with the marine and anadromous species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region.Desired:
Advanced degree in a related field - may substitute for two (MS) or four (PhD) years of experience.CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
Modernized field execution and eDNA coordination: safe, consistent leadership during field/ship surveys, including delivery of high-integrity eDNA samples and associated metadata to the laboratory team.Ecological data processing and standardization: standardized, reproducible procedures to format, QA/QC, and transition raw at-sea biological observations into analysis-ready formats.Automated data pipelines connecting raw field collection directly to organized, accessible databases.Rapid research products: near-real-time cruise summaries, data-visualization tools, and standardized datasets.Digital SOPs for new digital data-collection methods, eDNA field sampling protocols, and database structuresSKILLS:
Required:
Demonstrated quantitative capabilities, including proven experience in statistical and complex data analysis; familiarity with open-science concepts.Working proficiency in analytical tools/software such as R, Python, or GIS.Excellent verbal and written communication; proven track record authoring technical reports and contributing to peer-reviewed articles; familiarity with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office.Adaptable; able to work independently in the field and collaboratively within interdisciplinary scientific teams; strong organization and on-time delivery. Read Less*Position is Subject to Contract Award
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Collect fish and environmental data in freshwater, estuarine, and nearshore marine environments of the West Coast region; field collection involves harsh outdoor conditions in/around water and may involve driving vehicles and/or boats and trailers and occasional (days-to-weeks) ship-survey assistance.Implement occasional laboratory experiments and data processing; perform data visualization and analysis.Conduct literature reviews to extract data and published relationships between ecological outcomes and potential stressors or habitat metrics.In collaboration with team members, produce tools that improve transparency and efficiency of management decision-making and permitting, integrating environmental stressors into the NW Salmon Life Cycle Model (LCM) framework.Share comprehensive workflow protocols and research products so others can interact with and understand the work.Write reports, contribute to journal manuscripts, and present results at regional meetings and scientific conferences, as needed.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university with a major related to the task order, with emphasis in fisheries, ecology, natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, oceanography, or hydrology.Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience related to the task order, including familiarity with the species and habitats managed by NOAA Fisheries in the West Coast region.Desired:
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a related field - may be substituted for four (4) years of experience.CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid U.S. driver's license - required and maintained throughout the period of performance.Public trust suitability; background investigation cleared prior to beginning performance.Government-required training to be completed within 5 business days of start: NOAA IT Security, NOAA Safety, Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention & Response (NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)), and Records Management 101.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required (Deliverables):
Reliable participation and contributions in field and/or laboratory activities coordinated by the NWFSC.Documentation that samples/data were collected, stored, and processed using established protocols.Reproducible workflows documented; analysis products stored in an accessible, organized way.Written status reports and other ad hoc communications as needed.SKILLS:
Required:
Strong quantitative skills including familiarity with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with software such as R, GitHub, etc.Excellent verbal and written communication; experience writing reports and publishing peer-reviewed articles.Familiarity with common workplace software such as Google Suite and Microsoft Office.Ability to manage workload, stay organized, and produce high-quality work efficiently; able to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams. Read Less*US Citizenship Required
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Position Overview
This task works in the NOAA Galveston Deep Sea Coral Laboratory to facilitate operations of the coral culture facility and the marine organisms under the guidance of the Program manager and other assigned aquaculture staff. Leads or is heavily involved in laboratory studies of diseases and other deleterious agents affecting corals, advancements in restoration and/or husbandry best practices. General duties are to ensure continuity of laboratory operations. Activities include: staffing coordination, supply inventories and management, coral husbandry, maintenance of related systems, development and prototyping of new tools and equipment for advancing coral husbandry.
Position Title
Coral Propagation and Culture – Lab Coordinator (Level III)
Labor Category
Technical Support Services – Level III
Location
NOAA Galveston Laboratory, Galveston, TX
Start Date
TBD – Upon Award
Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hrs/week; facility access 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; animal care required 365 days/year including holidays and weekends
Security
Low Risk – Public Trust Background Investigation Required
Travel
Domestic and international travel may be required for at-sea surveys, project-related workshops, and working group meetings; authorized by COR
Key Responsibilities
a) Laboratory and Fieldwork-Support Duties
Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Ensure coordination of staffing and maintaining inventories of supplies and equipment.Maintain recirculating culture systems within the coral culture facility, conduct safety inspections, monitor water quality, and report malfunctions in facility operations to the Program/Task Order Manager.Conduct routine care of live coral specimens under optimum conditions for health/growth including tank setup and cleaning for ESA coral species. Confer with other staff and Veterinarians regarding animal care.Participation in at-sea surveys to conduct collection of broodstock and for out planting of laboratories reared specimens.Database management of corals and water quality.Lead or participate in experiments with Program leads as directed.Prototyping novel equipment and tools to facilitate and optimize coral husbandry (i.e. 3D printer, working with acrylic glass, etc)Respond to unusual coral disease and bleaching outbreaks as necessary including field operations and transport to Galveston culture facility of specimens for treatment and recovery.Participate in required training on workplace safety, defensive driving, and basic tool handling and maintenance.Conduct work aboard Federal government and contract vessels when conducting coral collection or re-stocking activities. Meet vessels to transfer live coral fragments or colonies, in participating laboratories.Training: general laboratory safety training, chemical safety hygiene, defensive driving, materials safety data sheets (MSDS), personal protection equipment (PPE), fire extinguisher, electric handtools, acid handling and storage, slips trips and falls prevention, battery handling and charging, NOAA IT security, and automatic electronic defibrillator (AED).b) Data Management Support
Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Write standard operating procedures and manuals for the husbandry of cold-water corals.Computer data entry of water quality and coral health.QA/QC data input and respond to data requests.Managing tracking sheets and project management tools as needed.c) Analytical Support
Basic duties include data preparation and validation prior to analysis, drafting reports and manuscripts, and review. Advanced duties involve working with Program Leads on analyses to advance coral husbandry and restoration. Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Parentage, regional, and health analysis for ensuring biosecurity protocols are adhered.Collect and archive journal articles, research papers, etc., on coral biology, culture and husbandry.Imagery (photo, video, or acoustic) analysis to determine coral growth, size, and physiological structures.Prepare and/or lead manuscripts including data analysis, produce graphs and graphics, and presentations for communicating the results of research and data collection.d) Outreach and Education
The Contractor shall participate in Outreach and education as follows by answering telephones, provide information to the public, help develop and maintain educational materials, and perform as a participant at outreach and educational events such as open-houses, career fairs, teacher education workshops, etc. Additionally, the contractor shall lead tours if schedule and workload allows.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Master's degree in marine sciences or related biology fields with at least 3 years of experience related to maintaining coral culture systems or 5 years experience maintaining coral culture systems. Previous experience with saltwater aquaria or similar aquatic systems is desired.Knowledge of applying basic water quality, aquaculture/mariculture and animal husbandry concepts, principles and methodologies and be capable of independently performing scientific tasks using established methods and techniques.Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry and facility maintenanceCapable of following oral and written instructions for care of mesophotic and deep corals as well as recognizing animal behaviors while on the job.Capable of writing reports at the college level and making oral and written presentations.Must possess a valid driver's license, issued in the USA.Must be able to lift 50 lb sacks of salt and load into a pick-up truck and work in environments where temperatures are maintained at or near 40°ree;F.Preferred Qualifications (Desirable)
Knowledge of marine life, preferably corals.Knowledge of cold water and/or mesophotic corals.Fabrication/prototyping skills using a 3D printer, laser cutter, or other similar deviceCAD software proficiencyKnowledge of water quality and animal husbandryRequired Training
Training Requirement
Due Date
NOAA IT security (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
NOAA Safety training (required for all contractors working at a Government facility)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Records Management 101 (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Active Threats to the Workplace Awareness Seminar
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Training IAW NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)
Certificates due no later than 5 business days after contract/task order start
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SEFSC-PEMD personnel are critical collaborators in restoration work in response to the 2010 DWH oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. This aspect of the project involves surveying mesophotic and deep benthic reef communities (50 - 1800 m in depth). The survey utilizes a variety of survey platforms (e.g. ROV, AUV) to detect, classify and enumerate assemblages of corals, sponges, octocorals, crustaceans, mollusks, fishes and other fauna. Tasks should include: Survey Watch Stander for Mesophotic Deep Benthic Communities (MDBC) surveys conducted on NOAA Ships and Small Research Vessels and participate on other PEMD resource surveys, as requested.
Position Title
Survey Watch Stander and Video Annotation (Level I)
Labor Category
Technical Support Services – Level I
Location
Panama City, FL
Start Date
TBD – Upon Award
Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hrs/week (extended hours during surveys)
Security
Low Risk – Public Trust Background Investigation Required
Travel
Domestic and international travel may be required for at-sea surveys, project-related workshops, and working group meetings; authorized by COR
Key Responsibilities
a) Survey Duties
Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Knowledgeable in data collection MDBC SOPs, and execution of at-sea mapping and ground truthing missions as Field Party Chief or Watch Leader.Pre- and post-survey inventory and maintenance of equipment and gear.Conducting data collection, biological and/or environmental sampling and logging and processing data and/or samples under field conditions, as required and according to prescribed MDBC SOP.Complete incident reporting procedures as necessary in accordance with applicable NOAA Small Boat Program requirements (small boat operations only)b) Laboratory Duties
Video Annotation roles require subject matter expertise on biota associated with Mesophotic/Deep Reefs of the Gulf of America. Primary duties focus on video annotation to derive habitat and fish detection and enumeration. Collected video data is annotated using a semi-automated multi-stage process including 1) automated processing using C-Vision tools, 2) human-in-the-loop review and correction, 3) data review and QA/QC, 4) data output/ingest into GCRF Oracle databases, 4) updating GitHUB data for updates and project management.
Subject matter expert for identifying marine fishes in all life stages from mesophotic and deep reef habitats of the Gulf of America.Video annotation, review, and data QA/QC of ROV-based footage.Management of review and tracking sheets.Updating project management tools for status updates.Updating annotation tracking sheets.c) Data Management Support
Video Annotation duties involve basic duties including data entry, QA/QC, and validation. In the near future these will also include determining and setting standards for automated data outputs to ensure interoperability and democratization of datasets.
Utilize inventory of existing bathymetric information in U.S. EEZ of Gulf of Mexico between 50 and 1800 m into MDBC database. Task to be coordinated with NCEI and NCCOS-Biogeography Branch.Inputs and corrects data in MDBC database, associated data entry applications and MDBC survey SOP (including metadata).Input updates into video annotation projects management tools.d) Analytical Support
Video Annotation roles include basic duties of data preparation and validation prior to analysis, assisting in drafting reports and manuscripts, and review.
Maintain knowledge of relevant scientific literature, provide support for data analyses and develop data summaries.Maintain updates in analysis projects using project management tool.Develop basic data reports, and presentations. Assist in preparing graphs and visuals from survey outcomes.e) Outreach and Education
Participate in public outreach and education efforts. Examples of outreach and education activities include marine science education at local schools, participating as judges for local science fairs, conducting and participating in outreach and education tours of the SEFSC facilities and NOAA ships (in conjunction with federal employees), manning of outreach booths at local fairs and festivals.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
MS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study or BS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study plus 1 (1) years of relevant experience.Computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics programs. Capable of writing reports at the college level and making oral presentations.Experience as data collector on at sea surveys. Knowledge and skills in using software that handles data streams for hydrological, and biological data.Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys. Knowledge and identification of reef taxa from the Gulf of America.Expert knowledge of major structure forming invertebrates found in mesophotic and deep benthic communities of the Gulf of America.Knowledge of procedures when encountering endangered or threatened species.Sea going contractors who participate on research cruises on Office of Marine and Aviation Operations' NOAA ships will be required to annually/biennially (age dependent) submit a NOAA Health Services Questionnaire (NOAA Form 57- 10-01) and Tuberculosis Screening Form (NOAA Form NF 57-10-02) to OMAO health services to determine fitness for sea duty. Sea going contractors must have a current tetanus vaccine (once every 10 years).Required Training
Training Requirement
Due Date
NOAA IT security (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
NOAA Safety training (required for all contractors working at a Government facility)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Records Management 101 (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Active Threats to the Workplace Awareness Seminar
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Training IAW NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)
Certificates due no later than 5 business days after contract/task order start
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Position Overview
Perform as a Survey Coordinator, Field Party Chief, or Survey Watch Stander for reef fish surveys conducted on NOAA Ships and Small Research Vessels and participate on other PEMD resource surveys, as requested. Critical analytical skillsets are required for estimation of abundance trends and representing the survey during stock assessment processes. Requires work on NOAA Ships and/or small Research Vessels and coordinating a field crew in fisheries and water quality sampling and experience at troubleshooting issues with limited resources while at sea. This role focuses on survey coordination more than at-sea technical duty, but still may require filling personnel gaps for technical jobs when at sea and during the video review process. In addition, this role requires analytical skill sets required to create abundance indices and provide support at SouthEast Data Assessment and Review (SEDAR) data workshops, and additional analysis.
Position Title
Survey Coordination and Analysis (Level III)
Labor Category
Technical Support Services – Level III
Location
Pascagoula, MS or Panama City, FL
Start Date
TBD – Upon Award
Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hrs/week (extended hours during surveys)
Security
Low Risk – Public Trust Background Investigation Required
Travel
Domestic and international travel may be required for at-sea surveys, project-related workshops, and working group meetings; authorized by COR
Key Responsibilities
a) Survey Duties
Survey Coordination requires focused project management skills, clear and effective communication, adherence to survey SOP's, and knowledge of survey design and analysis. Additionally this position will often still be needed at all other at-sea duties. At sea duties focus on video camera and CTD deployments, habitat mapping, and other environmental data collection. Duties include but are not limited to:
Assists the Gulf and Caribbean Reef Fish - Branch Chief (GCRF-BC) in coordination of all aspects survey preparation, execution, and completion for the Gulf - Fishery Independent Survey of Habitat and Ecosystem Resources (G-FISHER) and the Puerto Rico Deep Water survey (PRDW).Writes and/or reviews survey instructions/reports to ensure timely completion for survey execution and follow through on necessary approval paperwork.Helps set survey schedules and coordinates logistical support for supplies and equipment needs with GCRF-BC.Manages GitHUB Project Management tool to ensure consistent communication with GCRF-BC and personnel.Liaison between ship and lab/participants/TAS program.Coordinates daily vessel activities, personnel, vessel position and movements, ports of call and weather and sea conditions (FPC sea duty).While at sea conducts data collection, biological and/or environmental sampling and logging and processing data and/or samples under field conditions, as required and according to prescribed SOP (FPC sea duty).Complete incident reporting procedures as necessary in accordance with applicable NOAA Small Boat Program requirements (FPC sea duty).Unload, clean and store equipment. Log and appropriately store data upon completion of each survey (FPC sea duty).Works with OMI personnel to manage Oracle databases and associated data entry applications.Ensures staff understand that data collection proceeds using provided SOP.Coordinate and ensure data backups are completed by Field Party Chiefb) Laboratory Duties
Survey Coordination requires vigilance using the GitHUB project management tool to keep video reading and review duties on time. Primary duties revolve around annotation of video for habitat and species detection and enumeration. Collected video data is annotated using a semi-automated multi-stage process including 1) automated processing in Google Cloud Platform using VIAME software, 2) human-in-the-loop review and correction, 3) data review and QA/QC, 4) data output/ingest into GCRF Oracle databases, 4) updating GitHUB data for updates and project management. Duties include but are not limited to:
Video annotation reviewer.Subject matter expert for identifying marine fishes in all life stages from diverse habitats of the Gulf of America and the Caribbean Sea.Assist in implementing VIAME into the QA/QC review process.Updating and managing GitHUB project for status updates.c) Data Management Support
Survey coordination duties involve managing data projects via GitHUB project management tools, acting as a liaison between OMI to update Oracle databases and ensure data standardization, quality, requests/delivery, backups, and security. In the near future these will also include determining and setting standards for automated data outputs to ensure interoperability and democratization of datasets. Primary duties include but are not limited to:
Data steward and liaison with OMIHelp integrate the SEAMAP Reef Fish Video and Panama City Video data sets into a singular Oracle database for GFISHER.Manage data backups and security with OMI personnel.Work with FATES personnel to integrate new automated data output and to meet standards for interoperability of AI/ML algorithms and libraries.Manage video data annotation entry projectsManage GitHUB project management tool to keep projects on track.d) Analytical Support
Survey coordination roles involve preparing analysis of abundance data for presentation and defense at SEDAR data workshops and assessment reviews. Publication of manuscripts from original research. Tasks include but are not limited to:
Maintain knowledge of relevant scientific literature, provide support for data analyses and develop data summaries.Manage analysis projects using GitHUB project management tool.Estimate relative abundance indices for focal GCRF species in support of SEDAR and SEAFiShEstimate species distribution models of reef fish abundance using GIS and advanced statistical methodsProvide annual support for SEFSC Ecological Status Reports.Develop data reports, publications and presentations. Conduct preparation of manuscripts for publication in accordance with SEFSC publication review and publishing procedures.Coordinate abstracts, presentations, and any resultant publications with the GCRF-BCAttends professional meetings and publishes advances in peer review literature.e) Outreach and Education
Participate in public outreach and education efforts. Examples of outreach and education activities include marine science education at local schools, participating as judges for local science fairs, conducting and participating in outreach and education tours of the SEFSC facilities and NOAA ships (in conjunction with federal employees), manning of outreach booths at local fairs and festivals.
f) Scientific Meetings
Contractor may be required to prepare for and present, facilitate, or participate in various position related workshops, scientific meetings, symposiums, and public forums. Events consist of, but are not limited to the following:
Attend scientific meetings (e.g., American Fisheries Society, Larval Fish Conference, Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists, International Convention for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas, the American Institute of Fisheries Research Biologists, Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography) and present scientific results, as required.Minimum Qualifications (Required)
MS Degree (or higher) in Marine Science or a related field of study or a related field of study plus five (5) years of relevant experience.Computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics programs. Capable of writing reports at advanced levels (i.e. publication) and making oral presentations.Knowledge of Southeast Area Monitoring and Assessment Program field sampling protocols for reef fish, in order to lead or participate in GCRF surveys.Experience as lead data collector on at sea surveys. Knowledge and skills in using shipboard software that handles data streams for hydrological (SCS), and biological data (SEAL).Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys. Knowledge and identification of reef taxa from the Gulf of America.Knowledge of procedures when encountering endangered or threatened species.Sea going contractors who participate on research cruises on Office of Marine and Aviation Operations' NOAA ships will be required to annually/biennially (age dependent) submit a NOAA Health Services Questionnaire (NOAA Form 57- 10-01) and Tuberculosis Screening Form (NOAA Form NF 57-10-02) to OMAO health services to determine fitness for sea duty. Sea going contractors must have a current tetanus vaccine (once every 10 years).Required Training
Training Requirement
Due Date
NOAA IT security (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
NOAA Safety training (required for all contractors working at a Government facility)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Records Management 101 (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Active Threats to the Workplace Awareness Seminar
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Training IAW NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)
Certificates due no later than 5 business days after contract/task order start
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Position Overview
The incumbent works in the NOAA Galveston Deep Sea Coral Laboratory to conduct operations of the coral culture facility and the marine organisms under the guidance of the Program manager and other assigned aquaculture staff. Assists in laboratory studies of diseases and other deleterious agents affecting corals. General duties are to provide laboratory support in the husbandry and maintenance of related facilities.
Position Title
Coral Propagation and Culture (Level II)
Labor Category
Technical Support Services – Level II
Location
NOAA Galveston Laboratory, Galveston, TX
Start Date
TBD – Upon Award
Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hrs/week; facility access 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; animal care required 365 days/year including holidays and weekends
Security
Low Risk – Public Trust Background Investigation Required
Travel
Domestic and international travel may be required for at-sea surveys, project-related workshops, and working group meetings; authorized by COR
Key Responsibilities
a) Laboratory and Fieldwork-Support Duties
Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Maintain recirculating culture systems within the coral culture facility, conduct safety inspections, monitor water quality, and report malfunctions in facility operations to the Program/Task Order Manager.Conduct routine care of live coral specimens under optimum conditions for health/growth including tank setup and cleaning for ESA coral species. Confer with other staff and Veterinarians regarding animal care.Participation in at-sea surveys to conduct collection of broodstock and for out planting of laboratories reared specimens.Database management of corals and water quality.Help execute experiments with Program leads as directed.Respond to unusual coral disease and bleaching outbreaks as necessary including field operations and transport to Galveston culture facility of specimens for treatment and recovery.Participate in required training on workplace safety, defensive driving, and basic tool handling and maintenance.Conduct work aboard Federal government and contract vessels when conducting coral collection or re-stocking activities. Meet vessels to transfer live coral fragments or colonies, in participating laboratories.Training: general laboratory safety training, chemical safety hygiene, defensive driving, materials safety data sheets (MSDS), personal protection equipment (PPE), fire extinguisher, electric hand tools, acid handling and storage, slips trips and falls prevention, battery handling and charging, NOAA IT security, and automatic electronic defibrillator (AED).b) Data Management Support
Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Assist in the preparation of written standard operating procedures and manuals for the husbandry of cold water corals.Computer data entry of water quality and coral health.QA/QC data input.Updating tracking sheets and project management tools as needed.c) Analytical Support
Basic duties include data preparation and validation prior to analysis, assisting in drafting reports and manuscripts, and review. Advanced duties involve working with. Tasks shall include but is not limited to:
Collect and archive journal articles, research papers, etc., on coral biology, culture and husbandry.Assist the Program Manager/Task Order Manager in the preparation of graphs, graphics, Power Point presentations for communicating the results of research and data collection.d) Outreach and Education
The Contractor shall participate in Outreach and education as follows by answering telephones, provide information to the public, help develop and maintain educational materials, and perform as a participant at outreach and educational events such as open-houses, career fairs, teacher education workshops, etc.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Bachelor's degree in marine sciences or related biology fields with at least 2 years of experience related to maintaining coral culture systems. Previous experience with saltwater aquaria or similar aquatic systems is desired.Knowledge of applying basic water quality, aquaculture/mariculture and animal husbandry concepts, principles and methodologies and be capable of independently performing scientific tasks using established methods and techniques.Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry and facility maintenanceCapable of following oral and written instructions and learning sea turtle husbandry and recognizing animal behaviors while on the job.Capable of writing reports at the college level and making oral and written presentations.Must possess a valid driver's license, issued in the USA.Must be able to lift 50 lb sacks of salt and load into a pick-up truck and work in environments where temperatures are maintained at or near 40°ree;F.Preferred Qualifications (Desirable)
Knowledge of marine life, preferably corals.Knowledge of water quality and animal husbandryRequired Training
Training Requirement
Due Date
NOAA IT security (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
NOAA Safety training (required for all contractors working at a Government facility)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Records Management 101 (required for all contractors)
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Active Threats to the Workplace Awareness Seminar
Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start
Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Training IAW NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)
Certificates due no later than 5 business days after contract/task order start
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