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Scientist VII

Cherokee Federal
401(k)
United States, Florida, St. Petersburg
600 4th Street South (Show on map)
Sep 09, 2025

Scientist VII

This position requires an active USAccess clearance or the ability to obtain a USAccess clearance to be considered.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Cherokee Federal seeks a Scientist VII to advance research on coastal hazards, climate change impacts, and restoration strategies. This role includes developing and applying numerical models, analyzing large and complex datasets, supporting fieldwork, and disseminating research that informs national resilience and coastal resource management.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Scientist VII: $109,304

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Scientist VII Responsibilities Include:

* Development and application of coastal numerical models
* Development of scripts and computational tools for models and data analysis
* Analysis and merging of spatially and temporally variant data sets on a variety of scales
* Dissemination of data and numerical model output through reports, publications, and presentations
* Driving personal or federal government vehicles on average once a month, normally for less than 10 miles but occasionally up to several hundred miles
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Scientist VII Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

* Master's degree or PhD in coastal engineering, oceanography, coastal geology, marine science, or a related field
* Experience with developing and running numerical hydrodynamic and/or morphodynamic models (e.g., Delft3D, XBeach, ADCIRC, SWAN)
* Demonstrable skills in Matlab or Python plus at least one additional programming language
* Prior experience in data analysis, figure preparation for publications/presentations, and scientific literature or data searches
* Prior experience in data collection and fieldwork activities
* Valid driver's license and dependable means of transportation
* Must adhere to all computer security clearance requirements of the agency (training and testing)
* Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to: Coastal Scientist, Oceanographer, Marine Geologist, Coastal Engineer, Research Scientist
* Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:
* Coastal Scientist
* Oceanographer
* Marine Geologist
* Coastal Engineer
* Research Scientist

Keywords:
* Coastal modeling
* Marine science
* Oceanography
* Climate change research
* Data analysis

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

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