Hcsu Research Analyst #226505

HCSU QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH ANALYST (POPULATION MONITORING) – # 226505.

CLOSING DATE:
August 28, 2026, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES:
Lori Bufil  (Hawai‘i).

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Hawai`i Cooperative Studies Unit (HCSU), located at the University of Hawai`i at Hilo (UHH) in collaboration with the United States Geological Survey Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center (USGS PIERC). Work location is in the USGS PIERC office in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $5,667 - $5,917/Mon.

Responsible for entering, checking, scanning, processing, compiling, and analyzing data collected from studies of native and exotic plants and animals, their habitats, and their ecologies. Applies procedures for managing datasets and ensures that datasets are organized, proofed, controlled for quality, and properly documented. Informs Project Leader in methods of data and database management, assists in quantitative analysis techniques, and helps prepare deliverables summarizing methods and results.

With guidance from PIERC Project Leader, utilizes appropriate quantitative techniques to analyze and interpret the resulting data from existing large datasets as well as other available data. Conducts quantitative analysis to meet specific project goals and deliverables, utilizing appropriate statistical and quantitative techniques to analyze data and interpret results. Documents analysis and performs data management and database archiving. Communicates processes, results, and interpretations to Project Leader and other project researchers.

Assists with preparing research products for the USGS policy and quality reviews, such as FSP. Produces written and graphic summaries for internal and peer reviewed reports and presentations at scientific meetings and workshops. Attends meetings with collaborators and discusses progress, analyses, and future steps for projects. Works with the Project Leaders on developing reports for technical or journal publications. Collects biological, climatic, environmental, and hydrological samples in the field, standardizes and maintains research and monitoring data, and ensures proper data collection protocols are followed in the field.

Drives to various field work sites as necessary.

Master`s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Biometry, Statistics, Quantitative Ecology, or a related field.

One to three (1-3) years of experience in applied statistics. Experience must include data management, analyzing data and reporting results, and gathering and recording field data for research.

Knowledge of principles and ability in techniques of database management, applied statistics and other aspects of quantitative analysis including density and abundance estimation, and trend assessment. Familiarity with the operation of personal computers, Microsoft Office, Windows operating system, R computing language, spreadsheet, database, and graphics programs. Knowledge of general methods involving gathering and recording field data for research projects including the collection of samples and software to manage data.

Working knowledge of Hawai‘i`s diverse ecosystems and geography, conservation challenges, native and non-native flora and fauna, principles of Hawai‘i`s terrestrial ecology and conservation biology, and social landscapes.

Must possess strong data management and quantitative analytical skills. Ability to work independently to manage large datasets as part of the design, organization, quality control, and documentation of databases. Ability to comprehend complex analytical problems and interpret results of field studies with scientific rigor. Ability to prepare technical reports as well as scientific manuscripts with good grammar and proficiency for…