Research Associate - Marine Conservation Technology

Research Associate - Marine Conservation Technology

POSITION : Research Associate, Marine Conservation Technology

LOCATION : K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850

The K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics ( https : / / bioacoustics.cornell.edu ) seeks an innovative Research Associate to conduct research in Marine Conservation Bioacoustics and Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS). This position will be pivotal in advancing our abilities to monitor and conserve marine ecosystems, particularly through the development and application of DAS and Machine Learning technologies. The successful candidate will drive and oversee innovative interdisciplinary projects, secure funding, mentor early-career researchers, and contribute to the academic and scientific leadership of the Yang Center.

Anticipated Division of Time :

• Conduct original research (35%) : Conduct and expand original research initiatives in marine conservation bioacoustics, with a focus on Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) & AI to monitor and conserve marine species and ecosystems. Lead projects that involve the analysis of complex bioacoustic data sets, including those collected with DAS. Publish findings in high-impact scientific journals and present research at national and international conferences. Some research locations could be remote and international.
• Develop novel technologies (25%) : Drive the advancement of DAS technology for marine applications, including the integration of machine learning for real-time acoustic detection, classification, localization, and tracking of marine mammals. Develop, document, publish, and maintain open-source Python codebases for bioacoustic data processing and analysis, promoting reproducibility and transparency in the produced research.
• Secure extramural funding (20%) : Work with Program Director to write grants and secure funding on major research projects, including those focused on the use of DAS for marine mammal monitoring and conservation. Identify funding opportunities and write successful grant applications to support research initiatives in line with Yang Center priorities. Foster collaborations with national and international academic institutions, industry partners, governmental agencies, and non-governmental organizations to secure external funding in conjunction with supervisor.
• Mentor and supervise students / staff / visitors (10%) : Mentor and supervise early-career researchers, Cornell undergraduate / graduate students, visitors, and other research staff.
• Capacity building, teaching, and engagement (5%) : Contribute to the Yang Center's capacity-building mission by delivering lectures (including Cornell undergraduate courses) and contributing to the development of course and training materials related to bioacoustics and DAS. Communicate the importance of marine conservation to a broader audience, including the public.
• Yang Center administrative tasks (5%) : Collaborate on organizing the Center’s advisory council meetings, lead all-hands meetings, and be the point of contact for visiting researchers and students. Establish and maintain a safe, productive, and respectful working environment that fosters inclusivity and teamwork.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

APPOINTMENT :

This is a full-time, 1-year position, renewable annually for an additional two years pending renewable funding, available work, and successful performance.

SUPERVISION :

Holger Klinck, Director, K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics, Cornell Lab of Ornithology

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :

Will supervise postdoctoral researchers, and graduate / undergraduate students.

To apply :

Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, 1 example publication, contact information for three references, and a statement supporting diverse communities (this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and / or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,” via the website.

If you have questions about this position, please email Holger Klinck (HK829@cornell.edu). Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

Hiring range for this title is $79,000 - $83,000.

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