NIWA is a dynamic research organisation whose purpose is to enhance the economic value and sustainable management of Aotearoa New Zealand's marine and freshwater resources, to provide understanding of climate and atmospheric state and processes, and increase resilience to weather and climate-related hazards to improve safety and wellbeing of New Zealanders. We are seeking a Quantitative Freshwater Ecologist to contribute to and lead work in statistical and mechanistic modelling and data analyses that support water resources management. Specific project topics may range from water quality state and trend analyses to physical-habitat modelling, and from data mining to ecological indicator development. Qualified candidates will have advanced skills in statistical analysis, simulation mo