OPS Research Assistant - FWC - 77900947
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Research/Development
Data Scientist, Research Assistant/Associate, Research Analyst, Research Scientist
Requisition No: 881017
Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title:
OPS Research Assistant - FWC - Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:
Salary: $25/hr Posting Closing Date: 08/31/2026
Total Compensation Estimator ToolFWC Center for Conservation Social Science Research, Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Assistant Research Scientist – OPS Position $25 per hour
7386 NW 71st STGainesville, FLFish and Wildlife Research Institute Research AssistantOPS Gainesville, Florida - $25 per hour
Our Organization The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission:
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
The Center for Conservation Social Science Research team (CSSR) of the FWC-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) in Gainesville, FL, invites applications for an OPS Assistant Research Scientist to coordinate and participate in research to identify communication-based pathways to improve human–crocodile coexistence. This position involves a literature review to synthesize research on human-crocodile coexistence and communication, conducting a content analysis of media communications to identify messages the public is exposed to, and interviewing Crocodile Response Agents (CRAs) to document communication approaches and identify effective strategies during interactions with homeowners when resolving conflicts.
The position is a full-time (40-hrs/week), 6-month appointment with a flexible start date.
Minimum Qualifications 6 years professional experience in a closely related social science or human dimensions field required.
A bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the social sciences or physical or natural sciences or mathematics and two years of professional experience in social science or human dimensions of natural resource management can substitute for the required experience.
A master s degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the social sciences or human dimensions can substitute for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
A graduate degree (MS or PhD) in one of the social sciences or applied human dimensions research.
Experience designing and conducting qualitative social science research (e.g., conducting interviews, thematic coding, qualitative data analysis).Lead or co-author of peer-reviewed social science or conservation-related professional journal articles.
Ability to conduct literature reviews and synthesize complex academic or technical information.
Experience with qualitative software tools such as MAXQDA, NVivo, or similar.
Requirements: .Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
To be considered for this position a Cover Letter and Resume MUST be attached to your People First Application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.
Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
Position Overview And Responsibilities The incumbent will be responsible for assisting FWC Conservation Social Science project investigator (PI) in conducting qualitative research relating to communication and public discourse…
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