FYI... Stefanie Rixecker ECOFEM Coordinator ------- Forwarded message follows ------- Global Change/Biological Resources Science and Policy Position The Union of Concerned Scientists seeks a mid-career to senior scientist to help lead effort strengthen the participation of US biologists in shaping public policy on and public understanding of key global change/biological resource issues. Priority areas include slowing the introduction and spread of harmful invasive species, and using ecosystem service values to strengthen conservation policies. Applicants should have demonstrable scientific and/or policy expertise in one of these areas, a broad understanding of the scientific and policy aspects of biological resource issues, and a facility for communicating technical information to general audiences. Position requires Ph.D. in relevant discipline, strong project management experience, writing and public speaking skills, and occasional travel. Experience with public outreach and national or regional biological resource policy highly desirable. Position is likely to be based in our Cambridge headquarters; a Washington, DC base may also be considered. Review of applications begins March 1. Send cover letter, vita, writing sample and names of 3 references to: Director, Global Resources, Union of Concerned Scientists, 2 Brattle Square, Cambridge MA 02238-9105. Fax: 617-864-9405. UCS is an equal opportunity employer that continually seeks to diversify its staff, and provides a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a rewarding working environment. More information available at http://www.ucsusa.org/join/job.opps.html. Julia Petipas Global Resources Program Assistant Union of Concerned Scientists [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------- End of forwarded message ------- ************************************ Dr. Stefanie S. Rixecker, Senior Lecturer Environmental Management & Design Division Lincoln University, Canterbury PO Box 84 Aotearoa New Zealand E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fax: 64-03-325-3841 ************************************
