[ECOLOG-L] JOB Posting - Climate Scientist; Woods Hole Research Center
Woods Hole Research Center Climate Scientist - Job #PDS18 SUMMARY: The Woods Hole Research Center (WHRC) seeks a climate scientist who will lead a new research effort into the effects of climate change on investment risk. We believe this effort has the potential to catalyze action on climate change by helping to account for climate risk in asset valuation and financial markets. The position will be funded through a new partnership with a private investment firm and a public asset holder. WHRC will contribute understanding of climate science and the partners will provide expertise in financial markets. The successful candidate will use the results of climate models and observational climate data to provide information that can be used to assess climate change impacts on asset values and investment risk. After a ramp-up period, the successful candidate will be expected to obtain external funding to support 1-2 months/year of effort. S/he will be expected to divide time between Boston and the WHRC campus in Falmouth. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will: Work with financial partners to determine specific questions to be investigated. Participate substantively in the research; supervise and mentor research assistant(s). Communicate research results within the partnership and externally. Internal communication is an important means for this activity to add value to WHRC writ large and to our financial partners. Synthesize relevant published research and communicate this to the financial partners semi-annually. Publish research results in peer-reviewed literature and elsewhere. Develop and execute an annual plan for obtaining partial funding for his/her position. Desired Qualifications and Experience: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Earth System Science, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with demonstrated strong quantitative data analysis skills and at least one year of relevant work experience. Significant record of successful research. Relevant postdoctoral experience. Experience managing large (terabyte scale) data volumes for analysis and visualization in a Linux environment. Experience analyzing the results of climate models. Ability to develop analysis code (using e.g., R or Matlab) and to learn new skills as needed. Ability to assess and implement appropriate computation needs. Ability to work in a collaborative environment with minimal oversight. Interest in working in a multi-disciplinary environment. Experience using climate projections to assess societal impacts of climate change. Understanding of extreme value theory. Understanding of and interest in financial markets. Desired Start Date: September, 2018. Application Deadline: July 31, 2018 or until filled. Appointment: The initial funding for this project is anticipated to be for 5 years. Classification and Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. WHRC offers a very competitive salary as well as a generous benefit package. Application Instructions: To apply, please email your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type “PDS18” in the subject line. Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woods Hole Research Center (WHRC) is a private, non-profit research organization and acclaimed leader in addressing the great global environmental issues of our time through science and policy. Its core focus is to conduct high quality scientific research, and policy analysis/implementation, on environmental and economic issues, particularly climate change. A leader in its field, WHRC has 60 staff members, and attracts some of today’s top experts on global environment issues. For four years running, WHRC has been ranked the world’s #1 climate change think tank by the International Center for Climate Governance. We are an equal opportunity employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Scientist to investigate climate change risks to financial markets
SUMMARY: The Woods Hole Research Center seeks a scientist who will lead a new research effort into the effects of climate change on financial markets and investment risk. This work will be funded through a new partnership with a major private investment firm and a major public asset holder. This scientist will collaborate with investors and data scientists from those organizations. The successful candidate will use the results of climate models and observational climate data, together with financial, demographic, and other socioeconomic data, to assess climate impact on asset values and investment risk. The position will be 75% funded through the partnership with our investment partners. After a ramp-up period, the successful candidate will be expected to obtain external funding to support 1-2 months/year of effort. S/he will be expected to divide time between Boston and the WHRC campus in Falmouth. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will: Help define and lead the direction of the joint research effort into the effects of climate change on financial markets and investment risk. Participate substantively in the research; supervise and mentor research assistant(s). Communicate research results within the partnership and externally. Internal communication is an important means for this activity to add value to WHRC writ large and to our financial partners. Synthesize relevant published research and communicate this to the financial partners semi-annually. Publish research results in peer-reviewed literature and elsewhere. Develop and execute an annual plan for obtaining partial funding for his/her position. Desired Qualifications and Experience: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Earth System Science, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with demonstrated strong quantitative data analysis skills and at least one year of relevant work experience. Significant record of successful research. Relevant postdoctoral experience. Viewed as a leader in his/her chosen discipline at national and international levels. Experience managing large (terabyte scale) data volumes for analysis and visualization in a Linux environment. Experience analyzing the results of climate models. Ability to develop analysis code (using e.g., R or Matlab) and to learn new skills as needed. Ability to assess and implement appropriate computation needs. Ability to work in a collaborative environment with minimal oversight. Interest in working in a multi-disciplinary environment. Experience using climate projections to assess societal impacts of climate change. Understanding of extreme value theory. Understanding of and interest in financial markets. Desired Start Date: September, 2018. Application Deadline: July 31, 2018 or until filled. Appointment: The initial funding for this project is anticipated to be for 5 years. Classification and Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. WHRC offers a very competitive salary as well as a generous benefit package. Application Instructions: To apply, please email your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type PDS18 in the subject line. Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woods Hole Research Center (WHRC) is a private, non-profit research organization and acclaimed leader in addressing the great global environmental issues of our time through science and policy. Its core focus is to conduct high quality scientific research, and policy analysis/implementation, on environmental and economic issues, particularly climate change. A leader in its field, WHRC has 60 staff members, and attracts some of todays top experts on global environment issues. For four years running, WHRC has been ranked the worlds #1 climate change think tank by the International Center for Climate Governance. We are an equal opportunity employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher - Siberian Primary Boreal Forests
SUMMARY: Woods Hole Research Center seeks a post-doctoral researcher to co-lead an investigation into Russia’s primary forests. The successful candidate will work closely with the lead scientist and collaborators to assess the impact of land use, wildfires, and other disturbances on the spatial distribution, carbon cycling, and ecosystem services of primary boreal forests in Siberia, as well as provide policy recommendations for relevant national and international arenas. The position requires advanced geospatial modeling skills, knowledge of forest disturbance dynamics, and ability to lead a collaborative research project. The successful candidate will join a team of researchers working across the boreal-arctic zone at a variety of scales. Responsibilities: Analyze the loss of primary boreal forests in Siberia by integrating field observations, remote sensing, and other geospatial data sets using a number of approaches. Conduct a full spatial carbon accounting of primary forest conversion and degradation due to wildfires, logging, infrastructure development, resource extraction, and other land use change. Working with project collaborators, produce updated primary forest maps for Siberia and other boreal regions, assess ecosystem services from Siberian primary forests, and provide policy recommendations related to their preservation value. Work in a highly collaborative environment to analyze, synthesize, present, and publish results. Qualifications and Experience: Ph.D. (granted or expected soon) in Environmental Sciences, Geography, Forestry, Earth System Science, Ecology, or a related discipline. Experience with manipulating large geospatial data sets and statistical modeling. Knowledge of boreal ecosystem science, disturbance dynamics, and carbon cycling. Ability to think and work across disciplines and scales. Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of ecosystem service frameworks, international climate change policy, and Russian sociopolitical dynamics is preferred. Proficiency in Russian language is desirable but not required. Desired Start Date: September 2018 Classification and Compensation: Full-time salaried, exempt position; $51,000 to $56,000, with very generous benefits package. Appointment: This is a two-year appointment, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. Application Deadline: June 29, 2018 or until filled Application Instructions: To apply, please send cover letter referencing “Post-Doctoral Researcher Job # BRPD18”, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type “BRPD18” in the subject line. The Woods Hole Research Center is an independent, nonprofit institute focused on environmental science, education, and public policy. The WHRC focuses on combining analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies and computer models to better understand changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the Arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Researcher Position
WOODS HOLE RESEARCH CENTER Postdoctoral Researcher Position Siberian Primary Boreal Forests - Job #BRPD18 SUMMARY: Woods Hole Research Center seeks a post-doctoral researcher to co-lead an investigation into Russia’s primary forests. The successful candidate will work closely with the lead scientist and collaborators to assess the impact of land use, wildfires, and other disturbances on the spatial distribution, carbon cycling, and ecosystem services of primary boreal forests in Siberia, as well as provide policy recommendations for relevant national and international arenas. The position requires advanced geospatial modeling skills, knowledge of forest disturbance dynamics, and ability to lead a collaborative research project. The successful candidate will join a team of researchers working across the boreal-arctic zone at a variety of scales. Responsibilities: • Analyze the loss of primary boreal forests in Siberia by integrating field observations, remote sensing, and other geospatial data sets using a number of approaches. • Conduct a full spatial carbon accounting of primary forest conversion and degradation due to wildfires, logging, infrastructure development, resource extraction, and other land use change. • Working with project collaborators, produce updated primary forest maps for Siberia and other boreal regions, assess ecosystem services from Siberian primary forests, and provide policy recommendations related to their preservation value. • Work in a highly collaborative environment to analyze, synthesize, present, and publish results. Qualifications and Experience: • Ph.D. (granted or expected soon) in Environmental Sciences, Geography, Forestry, Earth System Science, Ecology, or a related discipline. • Experience with manipulating large geospatial data sets and statistical modeling. • Knowledge of boreal ecosystem science, disturbance dynamics, and carbon cycling. • Ability to think and work across disciplines and scales. • Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, written and verbal communication skills. • Knowledge of ecosystem service frameworks, international climate change policy, and Russian sociopolitical dynamics is preferred. • Proficiency in Russian language is desirable but not required. Desired Start Date: September 2018 Salary Range: $51,000 to $56,000, with very generous benefits package. Appointment: This is a two-year appointment, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. Application Deadline: June 29, 2018 or until filled Application Instructions: To apply, please send cover letter referencing “Post-Doctoral Researcher Job # BRPD18”, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type “BRPD18” in the subject line. The Woods Hole Research Center is an independent, nonprofit institute focused on environmental science, education, and public policy. The WHRC focuses on combining analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies and computer models to better understand changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the Arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics.
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Field Assistant - Woods Hole Research Center
Summer Research Field Assistant TIDE Project – Job#LDSFA18 SUMMARY: Woods Hole Research Center seeks applicants for one or two full- time summer field assistant positions on the TIDE project, a long-term salt marsh fertilization experiment to study how marshes will recover from sustained nitrogen loading. This project assesses many key components of a marsh ecosystem such as nutrient biogeochemical cycling, plant dynamics, and food web interactions. The successful applicant will work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team consisting of PIs, postdocs, graduate students and other research assistants to gain broad experience through field and laboratory work across interdisciplinary fields including biology, chemistry, and physical oceanography. Responsibilities: Participate in field and laboratory measurements of chemistry and biology. Process and analyze project data. Coordinate sampling schedule for the summer, accommodating needs of principal investigators, students, and others. Occasionally sample at irregular hours (early mornings, late nights, and weekends) as needed. Frequent contact with the public, students, and visiting scientists will be required. Maintain boats, trucks, field, and lab equipment (water level loggers, YSI’s, etc.). Qualifications and Experience: Must have relevant coursework in Ecology, Biology, Chemistry, or Marine Biology. At least one-year field experience in a related field. Must be familiar with the techniques and instrumentation used to quantify saltmarsh ecology. Requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to work as a member of a team, and the ability to communicate positively with the public. Experience with data logger programming, environmental sensors YSI, ADCPs, SIGMA auto samplers to estimate ecosystem processes is highly desirable. Must possess a valid driver license and qualify to drive WHRC vehicles. Successful candidate will work at the field site in Plum Island Sound (Rowley, MA) from June through August. Preferred Qualifications: B.A. in Ecology, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, or Marine Biology preferred. Ability to operate small boats or willingness to take safety course to become certified. Demonstrated skills in data organization, analysis, and report writing preferred. Physical requirements: Must be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor activity (lifting approx. 50 pounds, bending, carrying heavy equipment, and walking through waist-high marine waters and marsh.) Willing to endure occasional exposure to insects, ticks and poison ivy. Expected to live in the field station house in Rowley, MA. Appointment: This temporary summer research field assistant position is for 40 hours per week over a three month period. Field Season: June 1, 2018 – August 31, 2018. Compensation: $14 per hour. Desired Start Date: June 1, 2018. Application Instructions: To apply, please send a cover letter referencing “Summer Field Assistant LDSFA18”, along with a resume/curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type “LDSFA18” in the subject line. Application Deadline: April 15, 2018, or until filled. The Woods Hole Research Center is an independent, nonprofit institute focused on environmental science, education, and public policy. The WHRC focuses on combining analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies and computer models to better understand changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the Arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics. We are an equal opportunity employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Research Internship Woods Hole Research Center
SUMMARY: Woods Hole Research Center seeks applicants for two to three full-time summer research internship positions for projects that assess how management of suburban residential ecosystems controls plant, bird and insect communities, soil biogeochemistry, and the population structure of plant species that move between wildlands and residential areas. Responsibilities: Fieldwork to quantify plant species composition, tree biomass, bird and insect abundance, soil composition, and plant water relations in suburban ecosystems. Sampling vegetation in residential areas and adjacent unmanaged lands within the Boston Metropolitan Region. Recording plant species and plant biomass. Bird surveys. Collections of insects in traps. Collection and processing of soil samples. Data organization and data analysis of vegetation patterns over time. Qualifications and Experience: Candidates must have coursework and/or field experience in ecology or environmental science. Knowledge of terrestrial plants of the Northeast U.S. or coastal Massachusetts desired. Basic laboratory skills required. Familiarity with spreadsheet software required. Basic familiarity with GIS software helpful. Ability to work independently and in a highly collaborative environment. Valid U.S. driver’s license required. Preferred Qualifications: Some background in terrestrial ecology, soil science, botany, or ecosystems ecology preferred. Demonstrated skills in data organization, analysis and report writing preferred. Physical requirements: Must be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor activity. Willing to endure occasional exposure to insects, ticks and poison ivy. Expected to live in the Woods Hole region. Application Deadline: May 15, 2018, or until filled. Appointment: This internship opportunity is for 40 hours per week for a 10-12 week period. Benefit: A stipend of $5600 to $6720 will be provided for the 10 to 12 week period. Desired Start Date: June 1, 2018 Application Instructions: To apply, please send cover letter referencing “Summer Research Internship # CNINT18”, resume/curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobopeni...@whrc.org. Please type “CNINT18” in the subject line. The Woods Hole Research Center is an independent, nonprofit institute focused on environmental science, education, and public policy. The WHRC focuses on combining analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies and computer models to better understand changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the Arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics.
