Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) is one of the most lethal threats to Caribbean reef ecosystems, capable of destroying entire colonies in weeks. In the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Coral Disease Advisory Committee has been executing an aggressive intervention strategy using specialized dive teams in the attempt to halt disease progression. We are seeking a detail-oriented intern to transform field data into actionable conservation insights. This project focuses on synthesizing the coral disease intervention data into a technical report. The intern will be responsible for conducting quality assurance of the data collected in Microsoft Excel database to ensure scientific integrity, and assisting in the analysis and reporting of results.
Data Synthesis & Impact Analysis: Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) Response (Virtual)
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- Science Area(s): Internships, Research
Summary / Description
Skills Required
- A self-starter who can work independently in a virtual environment with meticulous attention to detail.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, organization) and Word.
- Experience with ArcGIS would be great but not required (optional).
- Knowledge of Caribbean coral species is a plus but not required.
Type of Opportunity
- Conservation, Management, Data Management and Analysis
Location
- Virtual (Hosted by NOAA St. Croix Field Office). Must have use of a computer with Microsoft Excel and Word (sometimes the software is available through the student’s institution).
Other Information
- Intern Supervisor: Dinorah Chacin
- Number of Slots Available: 1