Overview

The Smithsonian lnstitution is the world’s largest museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, nine research facilities and the Smithsonian Libraries. The mission of the National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) is to save species by using cutting-edge science, sharing knowledge, and providing inspirational experiences for our guests.



The incumbent will develop models and metrics that can be used to shape conservation policy using multiple data sources including camera traps, movement data and citizen science concerning the diversity and sustainability of vertebrate populations and communities.  Work in conjunction with staff scientists and collaborators to promote metrics to wider scientific and conservation community.  Supervises interns and students, leads meetings, and performs professional, research, and/or scientific work involving the ecological study of organisms and their environment. Performs analytical and evaluative work associated with research activities, summarizing findings for scientific and lay audiences.

Duties and Responsibilities

In this position, you will oversee operational activities as they relate to ecological program development, including:

• Working with SI and external scientists, postdocs, and graduate students to implement ecological projects directly or with partners using innovative and relevant approaches and methodologies;
• Conduct ecological studies of interest to advance the Smithsonian’s mission for understanding and sustaining a biodiverse planet;
• Participating in scientific meetings and symposia to correspond with members of the scientific community involved in related research;
• Gather, organize, and interpret ecological, biological, physical, public use or other information pertinent to research studies and/or investigations;
• Perform data analysis of large datasets, including data summarization and complex statistical analyses;
• Use GIS and remote sensing techniques to assemble layers, fit spatial models, and analyze use patterns;
• Communicating scientific discoveries and information on the program into primary literature, popular media outlets, websites, and social media outlets; and
• Developing proposals for additional financial support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Careers at Smithsonian Institution

Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum and research complex of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park and nine research facilities. There are 6,000 Smithsonian employees, including approximately 500 scientists. The total number of objects, works of art...

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