The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking applicants for a permanent Research Ecologist/Research Geographer/Research Physical Scientist/Research Statistician position at the Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center (GECSC; Lakewood, CO). Scientists at the GECSC conduct research on (1) climatic, environmental and landscape change, (2) the geologic framework of natural resources and hazards, (3) ecological disturbance patterns resulting from natural and anthropogenic changes, and (4) the interactions among geologic, biologic, hydrologic, and human systems. Additional details of the GECSC (research scientists, support staff, and facilities) may be viewed online at:http://esp.cr.usgs.gov.
Specific duties for this position will include: • Conduct complex, novel scientific investigations requiring the development, validation, or use of remotely sensed data products. • Pursue research focusing on one or more of the following areas: (1) statistical validation and assessment of uncertainties in remotely sensed data and derived products, (2) spatial and temporal patterns of change and their relationships to climate, land-use, policy, and a range of other potential drivers, or (3) impacts of landscape change assessed through the assimilation of remotely sensed data products into climate or ecosystem process models, or (4) the development of new or improved techniques for remotely sensed change detection, characterization of vegetation, and land-use/land-cover. • Serve as a team member in interdisciplinary research teams, coordinate and communicate to teammates and clients, support the mission of teams, serve at committees, represent USGS. • Contribute to professional and scientific knowledge by publishing peer-reviewed scientific journals and USGS reports as well as presenting their work at scientific conferences. View the position announcement at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/386813400 for more details. Applications must be submitted through www.USAJobs.gov <http://www.usajobs.gov/> before Friday, November 28th, 2014. Please read the announcement carefully for qualifications and instructions about how to apply. For question about eligibility and how to apply, please contact Joseline Martinez (jmartinezlo...@usgs.gov; 303-236-9559). For questions about the position and the Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center, please contact Todd Hawbaker (tjhawba...@usgs.gov; 303-236-1371). -- Jay Diffendorfer Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center U.S. Geological Survey Denver Federal Center, Bldg 25, room 1719, MS 980 Denver, Co. 80225 303-236-5369 https://profile.usgs.gov/jediffendorfer
