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Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
Onsite
Job Title
Senior Research ScientistAgency
Texas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartment
Harte Research InstituteProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Corpus Christi, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
TAMU-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.
PURPOSE
The 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.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 60%
Develops predictive ecological models for natural resources decision making
Develops and works with spatial and other environmental datasets to support ecological modeling and analysis
Sources biological, environmental, and related data for use in modeling and analysis
Analyzes various biological, environmental, and related data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniques
Functional Area 2: Project Development and Management
Percent Effort: 25%
Develops new research aligned with program priorities in ecosystem science and modeling
Writes competitive grant proposals to secure external funding
Coordinates project planning, timelines, and deliverables for funded research activities
Provides supervision and mentoring for research and technical staff
Functional Area 3: Scientific Dissemination
Percent Effort: 15%
Works with stakeholders and partners during model development to understand information needs and incorporate feedback into modeling approaches
Maintains a strong record of publishing ecological modeling research in peer‑reviewed scientific journals
Delivers presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
Mentors undergraduate and graduate students on data analysis and ecological modeling, including supervision of research projects and co‑authorship of student‑led publications
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in an applicable field.
Eight (8) years of related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated ability to develop and apply predictive ecological models using a range of methodologies
Record of producing open and reproducible science, including sharing data products and scripts in Git repositories
High‑quality publication record in peer‑reviewed journals, commensurate with an independent research scientist
Established track record of successful grant funding as lead PI or co‑PI on externally sponsored research projects
Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research, including serving on thesis committees and co‑authoring student‑led publications
Experience delivering presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
Expertise building Bayesian networks for ecological application
Expertise working with NetCDF file format
NOTE: 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.
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 Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
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.