Research Scholar – Wagner Lab

Miami University Alumni Association

. Assist with the Hudson River Foundation Harbor Vessel Interaction project .

Posted 10/30/2026part-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in acoustic telemetry array design, deployment, and data management, with a strong focus on Atlantic sturgeon biology and movement ecology. Proven ability to oversee field efforts, train personnel, and contribute to research deliverables in complex environments like New York Harbor.

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Ph.D. In EcologyAcoustic TelemetryAtlantic Sturgeon BiologySturgeon Capture And Acoustic TaggingEndangered Species Act (ESA) Authorization

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Hard Skills

Acoustic Array DesignData ManagementStatistical AnalysisField Data CollectionReceiver Array OperationMovement Ecology ModelingTelemetry Program CoordinationTroubleshootingData Collection And AnalysisGrant Deliverables

Soft Skills

CollaborationTrainingCommunicationMethodological InputRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Endangered Species Act (ESA) Authorization

Industry Keywords

Acoustic TelemetryAtlantic SturgeonNew York HarborHudson RiverEcologyFisheriesMovement EcologyField EffortsResearch DeliverablesE-Verify

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the Hudson River Foundation Harbor Vessel Interaction project
Perform range testing to finalize acoustic array design
Deploy acoustic arrays in New York Harbor
Perform quarterly maintenance and data downloads, and redeploy arrays over a two-year period
Complete sturgeon capture, sampling, and acoustic tagging
Provide expertise in acoustic telemetry array design, deployment, troubleshooting, and data management
Develop and operate receiver arrays in New York Harbor
Help develop models describing Atlantic sturgeon biology, movement ecology, and habitat use
Bridge field data collection and statistical analyses
Determine how movement and vessel-interaction models should be parameterized and interpreted
Incorporate species life history and behavior and political, regulatory, and legal constraints into research
Oversee field efforts and train personnel in capture, tagging, and telemetry methods
Coordinate with collaborators and provide scholarly and methodological input
Oversee data collection and analysis
Contribute substantially to grant deliverables, reports, presentations, and publications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in ecology, fisheries, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of experience in acoustic telemetry, Atlantic sturgeon biology, quantitative movement ecology, and large-scale telemetry program coordination
Specialized expertise essential to executing the Hudson River Foundation Harbor Vessel Interaction project
Hold Endangered Species Act (ESA) authorization to sample Atlantic sturgeon
Experience in sturgeon capture (sampling) and acoustic tagging
Expertise in acoustic telemetry array design, deployment, troubleshooting, and data management
Experience developing and operating receiver arrays in complex environments such as New York Harbor and the Hudson River
Established professional relationships with researchers, agencies, and institutions participating in coastwide Atlantic sturgeon telemetry efforts
Cover Letter and Resume/CV required
Criminal background check required
Participation in E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time position
Remote work arrangement
Note: Benefit Eligible: No