Quantitative Ecologist – Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Tetra Tech is hiring an entry-level Quantitative Ecologist to provide technical support for wildlife monitoring, ecological research, impact assessments, and environmental compliance projects associated with energy development. The role involves study design, data management, statistical and spatial analysis, modeling, reporting, and data visualization in collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams.

What you'll do:

• Assist with reviewing experimental designs, sampling methods, and statistical approaches to support project objectives and ecological research programs
• Provide technical assistance to project teams in developing data collection and analytical methods
• Support the review of study plans for statistical rigor, scientific merit, and appropriate analytical approaches
• Compile, clean, validate, organize, and manage complex biological datasets, including acoustic monitoring, occupancy, habitat use, demographic, and wildlife mortality data
• Assist with statistical analyses related to wildlife population demographics, fatality estimation, population status, and ecological trends
• Support spatial analysis, ecological modeling, and the preparation of maps, figures, tables, and data visualizations
• Develop and maintain standardized workflows for data processing, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), and technical reporting
• Assist with developing analytical methods, best practices, templates, and tools to support efficient and defensible ecological research
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize scientific findings relevant to project objectives
• Contribute statistical content to technical reports, scientific publications, and regulatory deliverables in collaboration with project managers and technical staff
• Assist with interpreting analytical results and communicating findings to project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Support presentations of project findings at agency, client, and professional meetings

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Statistical Ecology, Quantitative Ecology, Wildlife Biology with a quantitative emphasis, or a closely related field
• Entry-level candidates with approximately 1–2 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Relevant academic research and internship experience will also be considered
• Foundational understanding of statistical analysis, quantitative methods, and ecological or biological research
• Experience managing, organizing, and analyzing complex datasets
• Strong computer skills, including experience with statistical software, programming languages, or database management tools such as R, Python, Microsoft Access, Oracle, MySQL, or SQL Server
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information clearly
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar analytical methods, software, biological systems, and regulatory requirements
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions
• Two or more years of professional experience in ecology, wildlife biology, environmental consulting, natural resources, or quantitative research

Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Workers compensation insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Merit-based financial rewards
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth
• Remote, work-from-home position