Climate/Habitat Analyst

Creative Solutions Services, LLC is hiring a Climate/Habitat Analyst for a remote position to support NOAA's Northeast Fisheries Science Center. The role involves collaborating on habitat models for marine resources, analyzing habitat changes, and presenting findings. Candidates should have a Master's or PhD in relevant fields or equivalent experience, and skills in statistical software and project coordination. The salary range is $67,000-$70,000 with a Public Trust clearance required.
Job Title:Climate/Habitat Analyst
Location:Remote
Clearance Required:Public Trust Eligible
Salary Range:$67,000-$70,000
Application Deadline:March 31, 2025Description:
IBSS is seeking a Full Time Climate Ecosystem and Fisheries Initiative (CEFI) Analyst to support NOAA's Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC). A large component of this position will involve collaborating with other scientists to design new living marine resource (LMR) habitat models and incorporate existing models that are based on both U.S. and Canadian survey data. The Analyst will work closely with the Working Group on the Northwest Atlantic Regional Sea (WGNARS) members to assess historical and predicted habitat change in both U.S. and Canadian waters.This project will utilize new regional ocean model simulations based on NOAA's state-of-the-art Modular Ocean Model (MOM6), which covers a large coastwide domain stretching from the North Atlantic Basin to the Gulf of Mexico. These simulations are part of NOAA's CEFI effort to develop new regional ocean model hindcasts, forecasts, and long-term climate change projections.Key Responsibilities:Lead and organize in-person workshops to reassess marine species habitat models
Work with a variety of stakeholders and end users to identify key marine species and ocean variables to include in the habitat analysis and climate risk policy
Lead the analysis of historical and future habitat change, present results to stakeholders, publish results in peer-reviewed journals
Work with NOAA Fisheries communication personnel to update existing marine species habitat webpages that host the resultsRequired Skills /Education/ Certifications & Qualifications:Masters or PhD in statistics, marine science, fisheries, quantitative ecology, oceanography, or similar, or a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of demonstrated experience
Knowledge and/or experience with statistical software, such as R, Python, SAS, MATLAB, etc.
Experience in using oceanographic, ecological, economic, or climate models, including linking such models together
Experience and understanding of code versioning software (e.g., Git)
Demonstrated experience developing graphical user interfaces for scientific purposes with data analysis and familiarity with the design, development, and management of relational databases for scientific information
Demonstrated proficiency for the following skill sets:
Coordinating and leading diverse scientific project teams
Communication both verbally and written (including visual presentations) with a diverse audience
Working independently
Adaptability to quickly changing priorities and strict timelines
Attention to detail
Must be able to obtain a US Citizen NOAA Public Trust Security ClearanceAbout IBSS Corp.
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at HR@ibsscorp.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr