Fisheries Data Debriefer Needed

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Integrated Statistics, Inc. is looking for a Data Debriefer to work with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC). The NEFSC is required to collect scientific, management, regulatory compliance and economic data for fisheries by placing NMFS-certified observers aboard U.S. domestic fishing vessels. These data are needed for the management of fisheries occurring in the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the high seas beyond the EEZ. These data are collected through a program of sea sampling most often referred to as the Northeast Fisheries Observer Program (NEFOP), or Observer Program.

Duties
The Data Debriefer's responsibilities include these tasks:

Review/edit electronic data uploads and raw data logs for completeness and accuracy.
Contact observers to verify inconsistencies and solve data recording problems as needed.
Maintain records on individual observer performance to be used in assessing overall data quality and schedules observer debriefings as necessary.
Complete evaluations of each observer’s work performance on a per trip basis.Submit weekly reports on editing progress to Lead Data Debriefer.
Keep the Lead Data Debriefer and Data Managers informed of important and serious data recording issues.
Assist with routine audits and checks on trip data prior to the trip being loaded to the observer database.
Assist with preparations for Observer Trainings including observer exercises, homework assignments, workshops, quizzes, exams and presentations as needed.
Deploy aboard commercial fishing vessels (single day and multi-day trips) to become familiar with observer duties at sea as needed.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have:

A demonstrated interest in fishery science and management.
A general knowledge of analytical techniques.
Ability to communicate well in both the office and field environments.
Previous or current NEFOP observer experience is highly desirable.
Proficiency in GIS, website development, SAS, other statistical packages, Oracle or other relational database management systems and SQL programming language are preferred.
Biological research experience at the college or professional level is desired.
Experience with UNIX based computers and networked systems is desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows office suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) is desired.

This position is full-time, with the benefits described on the Integrated Statistics website. The rate of pay is $21/hr.

Integrated Statistics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with its obligations under federal law, Integrated Statistics is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, disabled individuals, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and other eligible veterans. For assistance with accessibility of applications, posters, forms, and/or documents, please email the Integrated Statistics office.

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