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Join a passionate, innovative team and make a lasting impact on wildlife conservation! The Lincoln Park Zoo’s Alexander Center for Applied Population Biology is driving change through applied research aimed at improving the management and conservation of endangered and threatened species around the world. Our work spans both wild (in situ) populations and captive (ex situ) efforts in zoos, aquariums, and conservation breeding centers, ensuring a holistic approach to species preservation across a wide variety of taxa.

As a Research Scientist in the Alexander Center, you'll have the opportunity to lead your own projects aligned with the Center’s priorities and collaborate with others on exciting initiatives. You’ll work with the IUCN Conservation Planning Specialist Group and become certified in conducting Population Viability Analyses (PVA). You’ll lead partnerships with external conservation organizations to build high-impact research collaborations. Finally, you’ll have the opportunity to support analysis and publication on a variety of projects with multiple zoo science centers, including the AZA Population Management Center (PMC), a team responsible for the management of ex situ populations, and scientists in our Tanzania Conservation Research Program. These projects include diving into our rich, long-term datasets such as a 24-year demographic study on elephants in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, a long-term dataset on lions in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, and a 25-year dataset on zoo species management.  

This position starts October 1st or after, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For full details and how to apply:  https://careers.hireology.com/lincolnparkzoologicalsociety/2392092/description?ref=career_site&ref_m=application&widget=t&xdm_c=default7372&xdm_e=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lpzoo.org&xdm_p=1

 

Site Location: Cibola National Forest/Sandia Ranger District –Cultural Resources Department

11776 Highway 337; Tijeras, NM 87159

Start/End Date: Summer 2025 to Summer 2026 (exact dates pending selection of candidate)

Term Length: 48 weeks

Pay: $30/hr.

Status: Individual Placement; 40 hours/week

Benefits: health insurance eligible

 

 

Conservation Corps New Mexico, a program of Conservation Legacy, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930's. CCNM is focused on connecting youth, young adults, and recent era military veterans with conservation service projects on public lands. CCNM operates programs across New Mexico and west Texas that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation. The CCNM Las Cruces office manages the Individual Placement Program. 

 

The Archeological Project Organizer Individual Placement will support the Cibola National Forest – Heritage and Cultural Resource Department with project management, provide direction and training for field personnel, report production, GIS and data management, supervision of field crew, tracking budget, coordination with, other Forest Service departments/staff, the State of New Mexico, members of the public and Forest Service volunteers.

·       Able to manage the field and reporting process of a large cultural resource reconnaissance project.  

·       Supervise an archeology survey crew to direct field work, data collection and data processing. 

·       Assist staff with the development of immediate objectives, integration with resource activities, and establishment of priorities.

·       Assist staff with budget and project plan of work for the unit’s archeological and cultural activities within the National Forest unit.

·       Assist staff with design inventory strategies as part of the land use planning process based on Forest-wide priorities and needs.

·       Organize, supervise, or directly perform inventory of areas to include preparation of maps, inventories, reports, and records related to the discovery, protection, inventory, salvage, and interpretation of heritage and cultural resource areas.

·       Review reports as part of project planning to evaluate the quality of the inventory, the completeness of the report, and the significance of heritage or cultural sites found; prepares determinations of effect for such projects identified during project inventories; assists staff with recommendation of mitigation procedures.

·       Assist staff with determining eligibility of historical properties for the National Register of Historic Places.

·       Assist staff with providing heritage and cultural resource management orientation to Forest Service personnel on statutes, regulations and purpose of work to be performed.

·       Assist staff with interpreting heritage and cultural resources to the public and professional contacts through presentations at visitor facilities, professional journals, etc.

·       Assist staff with ensuring program data for documentation submission including contracts, National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility criteria, legal documents to fulfill programmatic requirements, and internal reports.
 

Conditions: Field investigation involves considerable walking over rough, rocky surfaces, some bending and stretching.  Average physical dexterity and ability are required. Fieldwork is performed in all weather conditions, occasionally in mountainous terrain.  Sometimes primitive facilities must be used for extended periods.

·       Valid U.S Driver’s License - Drivers must be over 21 or have had a license for at least 3 years.

·       U.S Citizen, U.S National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.

·       Willing to undergo and must pass required criminal history checks.

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Archeology/Anthropology or related field

·       Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of archeology as well as general knowledge of land management practices sufficient to prescribe a typical Heritage and Cultural Resource Management (CRM) Program in keeping with basic National Forest program requirements.

·       Knowledge of the broad patterns of the various cultures and archeology of the groups who inhabited the region in past periods, in order to adapt the CRM program to local conditions.

·       Limited knowledge of related disciplines such as timber management, hydrology, soils, plant pathology, wildlife habitat management, engineering, etc., sufficient to recognize how they relate to CRM issues and to recognize when specialized advice is necessary.

 

·       Master’s degree in Archeology or related field

·       5-10 years of experience

·       Experience in grant administration, volunteer management and budget tracking.  Is proficient in data collection and management of geospatial technology (ArcPro, FieldMaps, AGOL and Heritage NRM)
 

·       To successfully perform essential functions, the individual is required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, etc. May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for significant periods of time and be able to safely lift 50 pounds on a routine basis. He/she must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms. 

·       Ability to hike and navigate in rough terrain.

·       Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

·       Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept differences.

·       Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any reason.

·       Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national service.

·       Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization staff.

·       Appropriately represent Conservation Corps New Mexico and U.S Forest Service to the public and partners at all times.

·       Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.

 

·       Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance. Must be able to do so at a distance of up to 50 meters and in conditions with limited visibility or loud background noise such as darkness or high winds.

·       Effectively perceive and understand significant and apparent hazards and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute techniques to manage hazards. These directions may be given before the hazard is encountered or may need to be given during the exposure to the hazard. Ability to respond appropriately to stress or crises.

·       Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.

·       If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self- medicating without assistance from others.

 

A USDA background clearance must be completed before the selected candidate may report to duty. The Forest Service will provide instructions for completion of the clearance after a candidate has been selected and will notify them when they have been cleared to start service. This process will determine the participant’s exact start date.

Participants will have access to government facilities and systems, and will be supplied with access to gov’t vehicles, equipment, and materials needed to work on the projects and activities as outlined above. Participants must adhere to all government regulations and policies for operating equipment, vehicles, security awareness, and safety.

 

To Apply: Please submit an updated resume and cover letter along with the online application at https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/conservationlegacy.careers?ShowJob=671672449. Consideration will be given as resumes are received, and this position may close at any time. If you have questions, contact CCNM’s Individual Placement Program Coordinator, SamJean Simmons, at ssimmons@conservationlegacy.org.

 

For more information about Conservation Corps New Mexico, please visit www.corpsnm.org. Conservation Corps New Mexico is a program of Conservation Legacy.

Position Title: Archeologist Individual Placement – AmeriCorps (2 Openings)

Conservation Legacy Program: Conservation Corps New Mexico

Site Location: Cibola National Forest/Sandia Ranger District –Cultural Resources Department

11776 Highway 337; Tijeras, NM 87159

(Exact dates pending selection of candidate)

 

AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities. Environmental stewardship programs help conserve natural habitats, improve energy efficiency, protect clean air and water, among other environmental efforts.

 

As part of Conservation Legacy and an AmeriCorps program, CCNM aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930's. CCNM is focused on connecting youth, young adults, and recent era military veterans with conservation service work projects on public lands. CCNM operates programs across New Mexico and western Texas that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation. The CCNM Las Cruces office manages the Individual Placement Program. 

 

These Individual Placements are unique development AmeriCorps positions. Participants are paired with a local supervisor and gain technical, hands-on experience in the work of these organizations or agencies. Site supervisors commit to facilitate career development; provide an introduction to numerous pathways within the conservation field; and create accessible, meaningful, learning opportunities and gain technical, hands-on experience in the work of these organizations or agencies. 

 

This position will provide archeological support to the Cibola National Forest – Heritage Resources staff.

·       Assist Archaeology program staff with a variety of archeological field and office work to gain knowledge in skills, techniques and procedures. 

·       Conduct records review and field reconnaissance surveys in areas planned for activities such as timber harvest, trails management, wildlife habitat improvement, road constructions, and recreational development.

o   Assist crew lead in completing pre-field record searches (previous sites, previous surveys, Land Patent Searches, Aerial Photos, etc.)

o   Conduct field reconnaissance surveys to standard

o   Assist in recording sites to standard using a variety of different field methods (FieldMaps, site plans, site forms, paper maps, etc.)

o   Write small compliance reports

o   Assist with completing data management for cultural resource records/reports, and GIS mapping.

·       Research and examine historical records to understand history, social structure, and living conditions of past cultures which inhabited area.

·       Assist staff with conducting field investigations as part of a Forest-wide classification and protection program to be incorporated in long-range management plans.

 
 Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Archeology/Anthropology or similar field

·       At least 1 year of professional work experience in Archaeology

·       United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien

·       Valid U.S Driver’s License - Drivers must be over 21 or have had a license for at least 3 years

·       Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts of archeology, including reconnaissance, evaluation, and basic field survey procedures to conduct reconnaissance and surveys.

·       Knowledge of federal and state legislation and policies pertaining to the protection of cultural and historical sites.

·       Knowledge of the various cultures and ethnic groups who inhabited the region in past periods to evaluate archeological findings and conduct surveys.

·       Knowledge of interpersonal relations skills and principles to serve as a member of teams performing archeological work.

·       Knowledge of communication techniques to exchange information and present findings and recommendations.

 

Conditions: Position involves considerable walking over rough and rocky surfaces, some bending and stretching; average physical dexterity and ability are required; field work is performed in all weather conditions, occasionally in mountainous terrain.

 

·       To successfully perform essential functions, the individual is required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, etc. May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for significant periods of time and be able to safely lift 50 pounds on a routine basis. He/she must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms. 

·       Ability to hike and navigate in rough terrain.

·       Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

·       Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept differences.

·       Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any reason.

·       Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national service.

·       Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization staff.

·       Appropriately represent Conservation Corps New Mexico, the Forest Service and AmeriCorps to the public and partners at all times.

·       Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.

 

·       Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance. Must be able to do so at a distance of up to 50 meters and in conditions with limited visibility or loud background noise such as darkness or high winds.

·       Effectively perceive and understand significant and apparent hazards and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute techniques to manage hazards. These directions may be given before the hazard is encountered or may need to be given during the exposure to the hazard. Ability to respond appropriately to stress or crises.

·       Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.

·       If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self- medicating without assistance from others.

 

·       In accordance with a drug free workplace, alcohol and drugs are prohibited while participating in AmeriCorps and program activities and while on organization property.

 

A USDA background clearance must be completed before the selected candidate may report for service. The Forest Service will provide instructions for completion of the clearance after a candidate has been selected and will notify them when they have been cleared to start service. This process will determine the participant’s exact start date.

Participants will have access to government facilities and systems, and will be supplied with access to gov’t vehicles, equipment, and materials needed to work on the projects and activities as outlined above. Participants must adhere to all government regulations and policies for operating equipment, vehicles, security awareness, and safety.

 

 

 

 

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

 

Contact information:

SamJean Simmons

ssimmons@conservationlegacy.org

 Consideration will be given as applications are received and this position may close at any time.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager. 

Position Title: Working Ranch Manager

Start Date: Immediate

Reports to: Property Owners

Location: Winona, Texas

 

Storybook Ranch is a growing equestrian ranch located in the scenic heart of Northeast Texas. With a vision to become a premier destination for horse enthusiasts, our future combines high-quality equine care, riding facilities, and a beautiful natural landscape with active timber and hay operations. We are seeking a hands-on, experienced Working Ranch Manager to lead daily operations, manage livestock and land, and support the development of a best-in-class equestrian facility.

This is not just a management role - it's an opportunity to help shape a legacy. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing horses and working closely with owners to develop a guest-ready facility, while also maintaining ranch infrastructure, pasture and hay fields, and timberlands. You'll be involved in everything from animal care and irrigation to equipment maintenance and long-term planning.

 
Please note: Housing will be offered after a minimum probationary period has been met.

 

 

                                                                     

Position Title:  Park Ranger Individual Placement – AmeriCorps 

Conservation Legacy Program: Conservation Corps New Mexico

Site Location: Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge (NWR)

1001 Highway 1, San Antonio, NM 87832

 

AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities. Environmental stewardship programs help conserve natural habitats, improve energy efficiency, protect clean air and water, among other environmental efforts.

 

As part of Conservation Legacy and an AmeriCorps program, CCNM aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930's. CCNM is focused on connecting youth, young adults, and recent era military veterans with conservation service work projects on public lands. CCNM operates programs across southern New Mexico and western Texas that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation. The CCNM Las Cruces office manages the Individual Placement Program. 

 

These Individual Placements are unique development AmeriCorps positions. Participants are paired with a local supervisor and gain technical, hands-on experience in the work of these organizations or agencies. Site supervisors commit to facilitate career development; provide an introduction to numerous pathways within the conservation field; and create accessible, meaningful, learning opportunities and gain technical, hands-on experience in the work of these organizations or agencies. 

 

Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is part of the US Fish and Wildlife Service's National Wildlife Refuge System. This particular refuge was established as an overwintering site for migratory birds, especially sandhill cranes, snow geese, and ducks. Located in the Middle Rio Grande Valley, refuge staff manage the landscape as if the Rio Grande still ran wild, though it has been channelized and cut off from its historic floodplain. These seasonal wetlands are fairly unique in the middle of the desert landscape. Bosque del Apache hosts thousands of overwintering birds and, subsequently, thousands of visitors in the winter months who come to experience the wildlife phenomenon.

 

The winter season at Bosque del Apache NWR is busy with visitors, school groups, and active water management. Refuge staff are currently rebuilding connections with the local school to conduct repeated field trips to the refuge as well as trying to accommodate requests from schools all over New Mexico. The individual placement will assist staff with leading school field trips, regular operations of a visitor center and providing information to the public about recreation opportunities. The individual placement will create an inventory of existing interpretive panels and opportunities as well as help outline an Interpretive Plan for the refuge. This may include outlining or drafting needed additional interpretive signs/programs/products. A potential product could include a brochure on the people history of the area.

 

Bosque del Apache has a relatively large staff, with people working in administration, visitor services, biology, and maintenance. The participant will have the opportunity to interact with and shadow additional staff on site. As outreach or other opportunities at nearby refuges/sites become available and staffing allows, there may be networking and other job shadowing opportunities nearby.

 
 Description of Duties:

·       Inventory interpretive signs/panels

o   Collect photos and locations of all interpretive signs/panels.

o   Label and organize photos.

o   Identify and record interpretive messages/themes for each panel and compare to interpretive theme matrix.

·       Outline an Interpretive Plan

o   Research examples of Interpretive Plans from other sites.

o   Work with supervisor to outline an Interpretive Plan.

o   Create a strategy for drafting an Interpretive Plan.

·       Create or draft interpretive product

o   Work with supervisor to identify additional interpretive needs.

o   Determine appropriate medium for identified interpretive need (brochure, panel, ranger talk).

o   Draft interpretive product, identifying next steps at conclusion of internship.

·       Assist staff with visitor center operations and leading field trips

o   Open/close visitor center.

o   Staff the front desk and provide information to visitors. 

o   Assist staff with leading school field trips (for elementary and high school groups) from an established lesson plan.

 

·       GIS related to position

·       Data base (Excel) set up

·       Interpretive theme matrix review

·       Foundations of Interpretation (Eppley Center training)

·       Opportunity to learn from Park Rangers at other stations

Conditions: Uneven terrain, wildlife/environmental hazards

 
 Qualifications:

·       Valid U.S Driver’s License - Drivers must be over 21 or have had a license for at least 3 years

·       Per federal grant requirements, this position is for young adults between the ages of 17-30 (35 for veterans), inclusive, at the time the individual begins term of service.

·       Personal vehicle for transportation outside of service hours is recommended (site does not have public transportation connections).

 

·       To successfully perform essential functions, the individual is required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, etc. May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for significant periods of time and be able to safely lift 50 pounds on a routine basis. He/she must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms. 

·       Ability to hike and navigate in rough terrain.

·       Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

·       Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept differences.

·       Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any reason.

·       Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national service.

·       Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization staff.

·       Appropriately represent Conservation Corps New Mexico, the FWS and AmeriCorps to the public and partners at all times.

·       Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.

 

·       Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance. Must be able to do so at a distance of up to 50 meters and in conditions with limited visibility or loud background noise such as darkness or high winds.

·       Effectively perceive and understand significant and apparent hazards and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute techniques to manage hazards. These directions may be given before the hazard is encountered or may need to be given during the exposure to the hazard. Ability to respond appropriately to stress or crises.

·       Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.

·       If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self- medicating without assistance from others.

 

·       In accordance with a drug free workplace, alcohol and drugs are prohibited while participating in AmeriCorps and program activities and while on organization property.

 

A DOI background clearance must be completed before the selected candidate may report for service. The FWS will provide instructions for completion of the clearance after a candidate has been selected and will notify them when they have been cleared to start service. This process will determine the participant’s exact start date.

Participants will have access to government facilities and systems, and will be supplied with access to gov’t vehicles, equipment, and materials needed to work on the projects and activities as outlined above. Participants must adhere to all government regulations and policies for operating equipment, vehicles, security awareness, and safety.

 

 

 

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

 

Contact information:

SamJean Simmons

ssimmons@conservationlegacy.org

Consideration will be given as applications are received and this position may close at any time.

 We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager. 

This position is located in Mobile, Alabama at the Auburn University Marine Research and Extension Center with work being done in the Mississippi Sound and Mobile Bay.

This is a three year limited term appointment funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

This position will be responsible for assisting the Pl in the production and maintenance of “off-bottom oyster grown out areas.” Monitoring of these sites will be completed in order to determine the success of oyster survival and reproduction. Techniques to reduce predation specifically by oyster drills will also be implemented. The goal of this project is to help to determine techniques that increase the sustainability of Alabama oyster reefs. The project will also determine how best to reduce predation on oyster populations. This position will require time spent in the field where working conditions can occasionally be wet and/or muddy, lab, office and meetings. The selected candidate should be comfortable in all.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Minimum Skills and Abilities | Must possess strong writing, communication, computer, and organizational skills and be capable of working independently and lifting up to 50 pounds during field work. Vessel experience- trailering, backing, launching, recovering, operating.
Minimum License and Certifications | A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment is required as well as reliable transportation to sites (with mileage reimbursement).Dive certification or the ability to obtain one within 4 months of employment

Desired Qualifications | Field experience, dive experience, data collection, boat work, sampling experience, writing experience
BS required, MS preferred from an accredited institution in fisheries, ecology, biology, or similar/related field.


Documents Needed to Apply

Minimum Qualifications |

RESEARCH ASSISTANT
All levels require a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.

Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
All levels require a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.

Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position

Advanced degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience

*Salary commensurate with education and experience

The Ervin Lab (www.garyervin.com) is hiring a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate on the parametrization of processed-based wetland vegetation (GenVeg) models, as part of the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Next Generation ecosystem modeling efforts. The position is supported by the USACE Engineering Research and Development Center Environmental Laboratory (https://www.erdc.usace.army.mil/Locations/EL/). The postdoc will be based in the Department of Biological Sciences at Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS but will collaborate actively with USACE scientists.

 

The postdoc will assist in:

•    Compiling existing data sets collected on wetland vegetation growth in response to changes in water quality, hydrology, and neighboring plant species;

•    Parameterizing, testing, and evaluating dynamic vegetation growth models (GenVeg), in collaboration with ERDC scientists, and communicating model updates to end users, including travel in support of these duties; and

•    Publishing results of this work in peer-reviewed journal articles.

 

The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to communicate with diverse ecosystem scientists, from field ecologists and botanists to those who are fully immersed in quantitative ecosystem modeling and computational biology. In this vein, the postdoc will be expected to interact/collaborate with scientists at Mississippi State University (Dept. of Biological Sciences and Geosystems Research Institute) and the USACE ERDC, in addition to potential collaborations at Texas State University at San Marcos and the Community Surface Dynamics Modeling System group at the University of Colorado at Boulder. It is expected that the postdoc would travel among these locations as needed for collaborative activities, but the primary work location will be Starkville, MS and the main MSU campus.

Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Gary Ervin at: gary.ervin@msstate.edu

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EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

 

INTERVIEW PROCESS & DETAILS: Applicants will be emailed IF selected for an interview. The interview will be over Zoom, unless the interviewee is available to interview in-person, please notify if so in application. For the interview, candidates will teach a 10-minute lesson (without PowerPoint). The lesson is to reflect and showcase a candidate’s teaching style and management skills in a topic and age group/grade level of applicant choice. Interviewers will act “child-like” in response to your lesson for you to best display your teaching style and engagement with students. Applicants are encouraged to include any supporting lesson plans, videos of teaching, etc. to showcase your educator skills and strengths. The rest of the interview will include questions about candidate’s experiences and how you would best fit our program. It is also an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about the Burton 4-H Center as well as understand further job details and expectations.