Lynker Technologies AUV Image Analyst Specialist US-WA-Seattle Job ID: 2025-1429 Type: Part-Time

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Category: Physical Scientist Seattle, WA Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced AUV Image Analyst to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Task 1: Deep-Sea Benthos Image and Sample Assessment A. Provide expert identification of benthic fish and invertebrates in underwater imagery collected by Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), supporting assessment of the deep-sea benthos; B. Assist team members with limited species identification expertise by guiding them through the identification process in underwater imagery and providing supporting materials; and C. Leverage species identification expertise to support the modernization of data workflows, enhancing the efficiency of data analysis and QA/QC processes.

D. Provide assistance as needed at sea in planning and conducting AUV operations to maximize the amount of data collected in habitats likely to maintain sponge populations.

Task 2: Data Management and Analysis A. Prepare and enter data derived from underwater image analyses into the designated database following prescribed procedures; B. Conduct expert analysis of database entries using appropriate statistical methods to ensure data integrity and insight extraction; and C. Develop presentations and draft publications summarizing findings related to benthic resources.

Qualifications

In addition to basic computer skills (MS Office, etc.), excellent written and verbal communication skills, the contractor shall provide personnel with the following minimum level of education/experience: Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major directly related in a field of study as marine biology, fisheries, oceanography, social science, natural science, mathematics, or hydrology, plus four (4) years of experience in related field or combination of such totaling eight (8) years combined education/experience. A Master's Degree in a related field or Ph.D. may be substituted for experience.

Additional minimum qualifications include: Six years' experience in collected data on benthic invertebrates, particularly sponges;

Expertise in identifying cold water sponges and fish from underwater imagery;

Experience in statistical analysis of scientific information on the distribution and abundance of benthic fauna; Expertise in using programs such as "R" to complete statistical analysis.

Experience conducting research at sea;

Experience analyzing data collected using AUVs and ROVs; and

Experience in leading the production and publication of multiple peer-reviewed manuscripts.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

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