Research Analyst

Research Analyst Job #: 042726

Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range:

$62,400

Hours:

Standard University business hours 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type:

Full Time Job Description:

The Bioacoustics and Behavioral Ecology Lab seeks a Research Analyst (RA) to support a diverse portfolio of research projects focused on the ecology and evolution of acoustic signaling and animal behavior. Diverse research topics in the lab span the fields of behavioral ecology, bioacoustics, and conservation biology. The RA will work closely with the PI, postdocs and graduate students in the lab to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret datasets. The RA will use cutting edge equipment and approaches to collect and analyze data to address questions in the fields of animal bioacoustics and conservation. Projects involve terrestrial and marine studies in bioacoustics, including passive acoustic monitoring and fine-scale acoustic animal biologger data collection. This position requires a strong computational background, demonstrated experience with acoustic data analysis and statistical analysis, and enthusiasm for collaborative work. Excellent communication skills and a desire to train junior scientists are essential, as the position includes mentorship and training responsibilities. Initial appointment for 1 year with possibility of renewal.

Education and Experience:

M.S. in animal behavior, marine science, acoustics or related field or B.S. with two or more years of related work experience as evidenced in published work and/or CV.

Skills and Knowledge:

Demonstrated experience analyzing acoustic datasets. Experience with marine data collection in freshwater or marine environments. Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, Matlab). Knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, or advanced data visualization. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. Effective communication skills and interest in working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. Prior mentoring or teaching experience.

Responsibilities:

Develop, perform and oversee computational analysis on collaborative bioacoustics research projects and/or fieldwork activities for data collection. Maintain and curate datasets, laboratory software with version control, and manage computing cluster and backup storage, including archiving datasets in open access repositories. Maintain and calibrate lab field equipment, computing infrastructure, and supplies necessary to support laboratory research. Train and assist undergraduate and graduate students with bioacoustics projects. Other duties as assigned.

About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area:

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

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