Weyerhaeuser is seeking an experienced leader to manage our Southern Environmental Research Program based in Columbus MS. The selected individual will provide leadership and oversight of a research team and research projects of varying duration as well as technical support activities across the company’s ownership in the southeastern U.S., New England a England and the Lake States. The successful candidate will assume primary responsib responsibility for managing environmental research staff, collaborating in the devel the development of environmental research program direction, transferring technical technical products to the business and supporting the business in their use, and use, and ensuring research and business priority alignment. The successful candidate candidate will maintain an active research program in some aspect of wildlife wildlife biology as well as work collaboratively with other internal and external external (universities and governmental) entities across multiple geographi geographies.
Key Functions Lead an established environmental research program in managed forest l landscapes Manage performance of a mid-sized research team consisting of scientists and and technicians Provide technical support to forest managers, particularly on ESA and sp species of concern issues Help to develop management approaches that integrate wildlife habitat w within commercial forestry systems Contribute to meeting company-wide sustainability commitments, including third-party certification Develop effective liaisons with universities, conservation organizations an and government agencies To formally apply to this position, please visit http://weyer.jobs/12664. Qualifications Proven abilities in leading a team of professionals through direction and go goal setting, coaching, performance management, and talent development Earned doctoral degree in wildlife biology and three or more years of e experience in managing an environmental research program, with evidence of i increasing levels of personal leadership responsibility A record of scientific achievement demonstrated by publications in the peer-reviewed literature, presentations at scientific meetings and professional service Highly effective oral and written communication skills Strong interest and ability to work in both a research capacity and a technical support/technical transfer role, including translating research results in practical applications within working forests Familiarity with the forest products industry, forest certification, and some experience working in private industry Ability to communicate scientific information to non reviewed literature, presentations at scientific meetings and professional serv service Highly effective oral and written communication skills Strong interest and ability to work in both a research capacity and a te technical support/technical transfer role, including translating research re results in practical applications within working forests Familiarity with the forest products industry, forest certification, and s some experience working in private industry Ability to communicate scientific information to non-technical audiences Intimate familiarity with federal and state environmental regulations rele relevant to the forest products industry Awareness of the economic significance of environmental management in the for forest products industry Ability to travel frequently Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others and direct others' work Exhibits professional appearance and demeanor, a stable employment history, and evidence of organizational skills, and self-motivation Authorized to work in the U.S. Some knowledge of and experience with remote-sensing technology, GIS and st statistics desired About Timberlands We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsi responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providin providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits benefits. For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better better. About Weyerhaeuser We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and pr and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talent talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
