Senior Research Scientist

Job TitleSenior Research ScientistAgencyTexas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartmentHarte Research InstituteProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCorpus Christi, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionTAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.PURPOSEThe Senior Research Scientist, under general supervision, leads predictive ecological modeling and associated data analysis to inform ecosystem management and decision‑making, engages stakeholders during model development, and mentors students in quantitative ecology.DESCRIPTIONFunctional Area 1: ResearchPercent Effort: 60%Develops predictive ecological models for natural resources decision makingDevelops and works with spatial and other environmental datasets to support ecological modeling and analysisSources biological, environmental, and related data for use in modeling and analysisAnalyzes various biological, environmental, and related data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniquesFunctional Area 2: Project Development and ManagementPercent Effort: 25%Develops new research aligned with program priorities in ecosystem science and modelingWrites competitive grant proposals to secure external fundingCoordinates project planning, timelines, and deliverables for funded research activitiesProvides supervision and mentoring for research and technical staffFunctional Area 3: Scientific DisseminationPercent Effort: 15%Works with stakeholders and partners during model development to understand information needs and incorporate feedback into modeling approachesMaintains a strong record of publishing ecological modeling research in peer‑reviewed scientific journalsDelivers presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem scienceMentors undergraduate and graduate students on data analysis and ecological modeling, including supervision of research projects and co‑authorship of student‑led publicationsQUALIFICATIONSPh.D. in an applicable field.Eight (8) years of related experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDemonstrated ability to develop and apply predictive ecological models using a range of methodologiesRecord of producing open and reproducible science, including sharing data products and scripts in Git repositoriesHigh‑quality publication record in peer‑reviewed journals, commensurate with an independent research scientistEstablished track record of successful grant funding as lead PI or co‑PI on externally sponsored research projectsDemonstrated experience mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research, including serving on thesis committees and co‑authoring student‑led publicationsExperience delivering presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem scienceExpertise building Bayesian networks for ecological applicationExpertise working with NetCDF file formatNOTE:Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply) From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.INSURANCE:Medical$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:Employee and SpouseEmployee and ChildrenEmployee and Family coverageDental & VisionLife Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending AccountDUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAMON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIESWork Life Solutions:Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal ResourcesTuition Benefits:Public Loan ForgivenessBook scholarships100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).Retirement:Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation PlanTime Off:8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.8 hours of sick leave time off every month.8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.12-15 paid holidays each year.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.SummaryLocation: Corpus Christi, TXType: Full time