Data Technician (Cougar Camera Trap Behavior Annotation)
Reviewed trap camera footage of cougars to code cougar behavior according to a predefined ethogram scheme. Consistently and accurately assigned behavioral labels to video clips for analysis by a PhD student. Ensured all codes aligned with research quality standards and maintained an organized database of labeled data. • Consistently applied behavioral classification criteria to large volumes of video. • Supported ethogram-based annotation of animal actions for wildlife research. • Focused on accuracy and interrater reliability for scientific validity. • Utilized organizational skills for data management and retrieval.