Human Dimensions Research Manager (SME II)

Accountabilities:: Lead research and analytical activities across ocean acidification and global ocean monitoring programs, gathering and interpreting data to develop strategic recommendations and actionable solutions. Coordinate bilateral international partnerships, including government-to-government scientific collaborations, maintaining project tracking frameworks, monitoring progress, and organizing annual meetings. Represent program interests in interagency and international committees, contributing to discussions and initiatives related to ocean monitoring, acidification science, and data management. Oversee the operational coordination of regional and national Coastal Acidification Networks (CANs), including organizing quarterly national assemblies, supporting regional steering groups, and developing strategic plans for a new domestic Caribbean network. Lead initiatives to improve data interoperability, machine-readability, and accessibility by developing metadata standards and data management policies for government approval. Coordinate autonomous ocean-observing fleets and uncrewed systems to optimize geographic coverage and strengthen monitoring capabilities. Facilitate technical working groups focused on modernizing measurement methodologies, standard operating procedures, and quality-control protocols. Support near-real-time data ingestion and virtualization workflows to reduce delays between data collection and public availability. Develop scientific visualizations, performance metrics, evaluation models, technical reports, and briefings for agency-wide and international stakeholders. Lead project teams toward defined objectives while providing technical guidance and limited supervision to junior team members. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a technical, scientific, or business-related discipline. At least 8 years of relevant professional and/or academic experience. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications may qualify candidates for a reduced experience requirement. Ability to obtain and maintain a low-risk federal security clearance. Strong knowledge of global ocean-observing systems and ocean acidification monitoring networks is highly desirable. Demonstrated experience with federal data management standards, metadata frameworks, data interoperability, and open-data protocols. Previous experience supporting international scientific organizations, intergovernmental committees, or bilateral government partnerships is preferred. Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality government briefings, strategic documents, reports, and presentations. Proficiency in project management and tracking databases, as well as grant management systems. Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and deliver results across multidisciplinary teams. Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across scientific, governmental, and international communities. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while providing leadership, technical direction, and support to project teams. Willingness to travel occasionally, including participation in at-sea deployments aboard research vessels and domestic or international coordination meetings. Benefits: Salary: Annual compensation ranging from $102,000 to $108,000. Work arrangement: Fully remote position, with all work activities eligible for telework. Working hours: Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Travel: Occasional pre-approved domestic and international travel, including research vessel deployments and coordination meetings. Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Insurance protection: Short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as life insurance. Retirement planning: 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid leave: Paid time off and holiday pay. Career development: Opportunities for professional growth, internal advancement, recognition, and rewards programs.