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Research Associate - CIPM

Job Description

Posting Number

PG192416EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Research Associate - CIPM

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensureate with Experience ($55,000 - $60,000)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday (40 hours per week, with flexibility as needed)

Job Location

Fort Pierce, FL

Department

Integrated Pest Mgmt-Research

About the Department

The National Science Foundation Center for Integrated Pest Management (NSF CIPM) was established in 1991. CIPM develops new strategies, analytics, and decision support systems to advance IPM and plant biosecurity. We serve and collaborate with government, industry, and university stakeholders locally, nationally, and internationally. A major pathway for the introduction of exotic invasive pests that impact U.S. agriculture and natural resources is through the international trade of agricultural commodities and planting materials. Multiple projects within CIPM aims for stopping pests at borders to safeguard U.S. agriculture and natural resources while facilitating international trade in line with the mission and vision of USDA APHIS PPQ. This focus area includes knowledge assimilation and analyses of pest biology, geographical distribution, host range, epidemiology, and ecology; development of surveillance methods, identification, and diagnosis; and modeling for pest prioritization, introduction, spread, establishment, and economic impact.

The Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) fosters the development and implementation of pest management programs based on a high level of knowledge of pest biology coupled with choices of monitoring tools and control technology, resulting in economically sound, environmentally compatible, and sociologically responsible pest management in diverse systems including both crop production and urban settings. CIPM is a National Science Foundation-founded, Industry / University Cooperative Research Center, which works to support and further Integrated Pest Management through the evaluation of emerging technologies, information management and dissemination, environmental stewardship, estimation of economic consequences, resistance management tools and systems, and integration of disciplinary expertise.

Essential Job Duties

As a Research Associate, this position will carry out work supporting activities of the NSF Center for Integrated Pest Management. This work will entail the collection, development, evaluation, analysis, and communication of information. The incumbent will work with a team focusing on a wide range of topics; including emerging pathogens, early detection, risk based modeling, pest forecasting, evaluation of optimal management strategies, and the development of novel quantitative tools for plant health management.

The Research Associate position will collect, synthesize, analyze, and communicate data on different research projects. The incumbent will work closely with stakeholders, members of the team, other teams, and the project and team leads to complete the objectives. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Model and map spatial data using Geographical Information Technology (GIS).
  • Perform advanced statistical analyses and compose narrative reports to accompany results.
  • Solve practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques.
  • Lead or participate actively in the statistical team responsible for designing and validating analysis data sets, programs, and statistical output products (tables, listings, figures).
  • Assist front-end user interfaces development for data visualization and model deployment to stakeholders.
  • Contribute to publications, reports, and draft manuscripts.
  • Perform additional duties or tasks as assigned.

This position is located in Fort Pierce, FL.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Geographic Information Systems, Computer science, or a related field of study, or Bachelor’s degree in stated fields, with at least 3 years or more of relevant experience that has equipped the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success with complex and quantitative research problems that require an interdisciplinary or team-based approach.
  • Knowledge of applied mathematics, biostatistics, quantitative or statistical methods, modeling and simulation, programming, epidemiology, and data analytics.
  • Demonstrated experience with one or more statistical programming language (R, SAS, Python).
  • Experience with geospatial software (ArcGIS) for mapping, analysis, and modelling.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in plant pathology and disease epidemiology.
  • Experience with spatial data management, spatial analysis technologies, process design and modeling, and web GIS technologies.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an enthusiasm for working in a highly-collaborative setting.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

NA

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

02/23/2023

Anticipated Close Date

Open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, CV, Contact Information for Professional References

Position Number

00109710

Position Type

EHRA Non-Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?

No

Department ID

113810 - Integrated Pest Mgmt-Research

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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