****TNC, MD/DC CHAPTER APPLIED SCIENTIST I ****
*POSITION SUMMARY: *Become a force for nature and a healthy planet by
joining the Maryland Chapter’s Science Team! Our work is focused on two
areas where our outcomes can have the greatest impact for the residents
of Maryland/DC protecting clean water and tackling climate change. Our
efforts span the region, from western Maryland's Central Appalachian
forests to our nation's capital and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay. The
Applied Scientist I will provide technical and scientific support for
conservation initiatives in Conservation by Design (CbD) and measures of
conservation success (MOS). The position will help the Science Team
tackle the scientific uncertainties around the Conservancy’s priority
conservation strategies in forests, cities, farms, and coasts.
*A LITTLE ABOUT US*: Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a
global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and
waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create
innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges
so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate
change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale,
providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more
sustainable. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity.
Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent
workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we
use a collaborative approach that engages local communities,
governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more,
visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.
*RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE:*
* Synthesize scientific information to assist with developing
influence models, conservation strategies, and monitoring programs.
* Perform fieldwork including ecosystem assessment and field monitoring.
* Deliver tools, biodiversity data, field services and training to
staff and partners.
* May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in
hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Master's Degree in science related field and 1 year of experience or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience collecting, manipulating, analyzing and interpreting
scientific data.
* Experience preparing reports of findings.
*DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Cross-disciplinary background in ecosystem function and system analyses
* Familiarity with structured decision-making, adaptive management,
and/or Conservation by Design; including PrOACT and expert elicitation
* Experience or familiarity with a range of modeling tools, including
probabilistic and deterministic models.
* Strong knowledge of computer technology and common software
applications, including Microsoft Office, R, and ArcGIS.
* Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to meet deadlines.
*HOW TO APPLY: *To apply to position number 47112, submit resume
(required) and cover letter (required) separately using the upload
buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59
p.m. Eastern Time on January 6, 2019.
*LINK TO POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:*
https://careers.nature.org/psp/tnccareers/APPLICANT/APPL/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=47112&PostingSeq=1
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