Open Pool NWRC/USDA Research Associate II

Requirements

• Experience with cost‑assessment methodologies in wildlife or natural resource applications.
• Additional valuable skills include:
• Statistics and bioeconomic modeling.
• Programming in R, C++, Python, or Matlab.
• Ecology or wildlife management background.
• Survey design and analysis.
• Preference will be given to applicants with peer‑reviewed publications.
• Applicant Instructions:
• To apply, please upload a resume
• This pool will expire on June 12, 2026.
• This is an evergreen posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by individual faculty members if a suitable opportunity becomes available.
• Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
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Job Description Position Summary: These are full-time RA II positions that will lead independent research on the economic dimensions of invasive species impacts, wildlife disease impacts, and other human-wildlife conflicts. Selected candidates will each: Conduct independent economic analyses and damage assessment research. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute leadership within NWRC research groups. Serve as economic and technical liaisons between NWRC and Veterinary Services on wildlife disease modeling and economic impact estimation. Guide the development of damage‑management economic frameworks for NWRC and Wildlife Services (WS). Contribute to reporting and communication of economic findings to state WS programs. Major research outputs will include data analyses, factsheets, presentations, and peer‑reviewed publications. Full Consideration Date: 06/12/2026 Work Unit Description: They will work in the department of Economics and the NWRC and Wildlife Services. Salary Range: $88,000 - $90,000 Essential Job Duties: Each researcher will independently manage the full research cycle-from hypothesis development through project completion. Responsibilities include: Defining research goals and determining appropriate data collection and analytical strategies. Designing methodologies for collecting wildlife‑damage data across agricultural, property, aviation, and other resource categories. Serving as lead economists in the development of a new, agency‑wide Wildlife Services damage‑data collection system. Developing analytical methods and dashboards using R, C++, Python, and related tools, including integration with external economic modeling platforms such as IMPLAN or REMI. Conditions of Employment: Subject to Criminal Background Check Supervision: These positions will not supervise any employees. Minimal Qualifications: Master's Degree or higher in Biology, Wildlife Biology, or related field. Ability to maintain confidentiality, be punctual, and communicate changes in work schedule. Ability to work inclusively in a diverse setting. Demonstrated experience in wildlife damage management research.

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