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Senior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist

Lynker Corporation
Woods Hole, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/24/2026

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 Senior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist, to support an upcoming long-term contract that we are bidding on (This will be a contingent position, based upon contract award).  Lynker will be operating under FLOAT - A "Fish" and "Lynker" Ocean Alliance Team - a Joint Venture Prime contract holder for NOAA ProTech Fisheries*.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Senior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist will include the following:

  •     Collect and analyze passive acoustic data (archival and real time) to assess the distribution, occurrence, behavior and habitat use of marine mammals, fish species, anthropogenic sound sources and/or soundscapes using a combination of manual and automated acoustic detectors.
  •     Improve and evaluate the performance of automated acoustic detectors.
  •     Coordinate and assist with real time acoustic evaluation efforts as needed.
  •     Evaluate data quality and contribute to the relevant database efforts including the PACM web application.
  •     Contribute to the integration and analysis of visual, oceanographic and acoustic datasets.
  •   Synthesize and present results at relevant conferences and other venues. Contribute to the cruise report, permit applications, manuscripts and presentations.
  • Oversee or contribute to passive acoustic field operations, prepare for and de-stage field projects as needed. Support other Protected Species Division field surveys as needed.
  • Use and maintain government provided equipment, protocols (such as for data collection, recording, and editing, processing, and archiving), manuals, training, and electronic data entry systems.
  •   Maintain existing passive acoustic hardware and/or assist in construction of new hardware, including bottom-mounted and mobile devices such as towed hydrophone arrays and drifting recorders.
  •   Assist with education and outreach activities conducted by the Passive Acoustic Branch as needed
  • Assist with Project Lead activities including helping to develop project data collection, analytical approaches and write up of scientific manuscripts. In addition to assisting in training and guiding junior contractors (Senior I & II)
  • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements for the Senior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist:

     

    - Undergraduate degree in a relevant science subject or equivalent experience.

    - Requires a PhD or equivalent experience

    - Significant experience with acoustic analysis software platforms, such as Raven, Ishmael, Pamguard, Triton, Pamguide, and other Matlab-based signal analysis software.

     

     

     

    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.

     

    We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

     

    Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

    • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
    • Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
    • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
    • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
    • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Employee assistance program (EAP)
    • Short- and long-term disability insurance
    • Life and accident insurance
    • Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
    • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
    • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
    • Employee Referral Program
    • Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
    • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

    Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

     

    * This position is advertised through our joint venture, FLOAT --a partnership between Lynker and Fish, serving NOAA ProTech Fisheries.

     

    Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

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