Working in collaboration with Emirates Nature WWF and government partners, the successful candidate will lead the spatial ecology, habitat mapping, and environmental data integration components of a major applied research initiative that will directly inform fisheries management, marine conservation, and habitat restoration across the UAE.

The successful candidate will lead the spatial ecology and habitat mapping components of the project by integrating environmental monitoring data, fisheries information, habitat datasets, and field observations to identify the ecological drivers of productive fishing grounds. Responsibilities include developing habitat characterization workflows using combinations of bathymetric datasets, side-scan sonar, remotely sensed imagery, GIS, and other spatial datasets to produce habitat maps, ecological indicators, habitat suitability assessments, and spatial decision-support products.

The Post-Doctoral Associate will collaborate closely with project staff to design field campaigns, develop sampling strategies, participate in marine field surveys, and ensure the effective integration of environmental, biological, and spatial datasets. The successful candidate will establish robust data management and quality assurance workflows while preparing scientific manuscripts, technical reports, maps, visualizations, and presentations for project partners and government stakeholders.

Additional responsibilities include engaging with Emirates Nature WWF, government agencies, and other stakeholders to communicate research findings and support the translation of science into management and policy outcomes. The successful candidate will also contribute to the broader research activities of Mubadala ACCESS through mentoring junior researchers and students, participating in proposal development, and contributing to peer-reviewed publications.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Marine Science, Marine Ecology, Oceanography, Environmental Science, Geography, Spatial Ecology, or a closely related discipline. With no more than five years post receipt of PhD.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience conducting independent marine spatial analyses and developing habitat maps using marine datasets. Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and experience with spatial modelling and statistical software such as R, Python, or MATLAB. Experience using GIS, side-scan sonar, multibeam bathymetry, underwater imagery, remote sensing, and other marine habitat mapping technologies is highly desirable.

Candidates should have experience integrating biological, environmental, and spatial datasets and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong publication record in marine ecology, habitat mapping, fisheries ecology, or environmental science. Experience conducting marine field surveys, including SCUBA certification, and familiarity with environmental monitoring equipment such as CTDs, multiparameter sondes, or environmental sensor networks are required.

To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree/ copy of highest degree, and a research statement, all in PDF format. Contact information for 2 references will be requested from shortlisted candidates.

Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kelly Bradham email: kelly.bradham@nyu.edu

Working in collaboration with Emirates Nature WWF and government partners, the successful candidate will lead the spatial ecology, habitat mapping, and environmental data integration components of a major applied research initiative that will directly inform fisheries management, marine conservation, and habitat restoration across the UAE.

The successful candidate will lead the spatial ecology and habitat mapping components of the project by integrating environmental monitoring data, fisheries information, habitat datasets, and field observations to identify the ecological drivers of productive fishing grounds. Responsibilities include developing habitat characterization workflows using combinations of bathymetric datasets, side-scan sonar, remotely sensed imagery, GIS, and other spatial datasets to produce habitat maps, ecological indicators, habitat suitability assessments, and spatial decision-support products.

The Post-Doctoral Associate will collaborate closely with project staff to design field campaigns, develop sampling strategies, participate in marine field surveys, and ensure the effective integration of environmental, biological, and spatial datasets. The successful candidate will establish robust data management and quality assurance workflows while preparing scientific manuscripts, technical reports, maps, visualizations, and presentations for project partners and government stakeholders.

Additional responsibilities include engaging with Emirates Nature WWF, government agencies, and other stakeholders to communicate research findings and support the translation of science into management and policy outcomes. The successful candidate will also contribute to the broader research activities of Mubadala ACCESS through mentoring junior researchers and students, participating in proposal development, and contributing to peer-reviewed publications.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Marine Science, Marine Ecology, Oceanography, Environmental Science, Geography, Spatial Ecology, or a closely related discipline. With no more than five years post receipt of PhD.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience conducting independent marine spatial analyses and developing habitat maps using marine datasets. Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and experience with spatial modelling and statistical software such as R, Python, or MATLAB. Experience using GIS, side-scan sonar, multibeam bathymetry, underwater imagery, remote sensing, and other marine habitat mapping technologies is highly desirable.

Candidates should have experience integrating biological, environmental, and spatial datasets and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong publication record in marine ecology, habitat mapping, fisheries ecology, or environmental science. Experience conducting marine field surveys, including SCUBA certification, and familiarity with environmental monitoring equipment such as CTDs, multiparameter sondes, or environmental sensor networks are required.

To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree/ copy of highest degree, and a research statement, all in PDF format. Contact information for 2 references will be requested from shortlisted candidates.

Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kelly Bradham email: kelly.bradham@nyu.edu