Dear ECOLOG community,

The Alaska Center for Conservation Science (ACCS) at the University of
Alaska Anchorage is seeking a Research Professional 4 to manage and grow
its Invasive and Harmful Species program (see:
https://careers.alaska.edu/jobs/invasive-species-program-coordinator-anchorage-alaska-united-states-homer).
This is a full-time, externally funded position at the University of Alaska
Anchorage.

As part of this position, the Invasive Species Program Lead will build on
existing relationships with agency partners, manage and coordinate the U.S
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) funded regional Invasion Hotspot Pilot
Project; conduct geospatial/landscape ecological analyses; write grants,
technical reports or scientific manuscripts; present information to
partners and the public; and work alongside database managers to manage
core invasive and harmful species information. Core datasets include
species range maps, occurrence records, invasiveness ranks, and taxonomic
checklists. Invasive and harmful species addressed includes terrestrial
plants and animals, aquatic plants and animals, and marine invasive
invertebrates and harmful algae. Secondary duties will involve fieldwork in
Alaska.

The selectee will work closely with other members of the ACCS Botany and
Aquatic Ecology programs, ACCS’s Kachemak Bay National Estuarine Research
Reserve, and will collaborate with agencies and organizations including
USFWS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Alaska Department
of Fish and Game, regional Soil and Water Conservation Districts, other
federal and state agencies, NatureServe, and other Natural Heritage
Programs.

Funding for this position will largely come from USFWS through an
investment by Department of the Interior’s “National Early Detection Rapid
Response Framework” in Southcentral Alaska as well as five other designated
Invasion Hotspot locations nationally. The two-year project in Alaska will
among other things, develop early detection monitoring for specific taxa
(such as dreissenid mussels); conduct multitaxon surveillance of priority
waterbodies and landscapes; support field validation of environmental DNA
methods; provide trainings for invasive species identification; and provide
data management and data interface enhancements.

Applicants should possess knowledge of invasive species ecology and
management. Have the ability to manage grants and to secure funds from a
variety of sources. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and
coordinate with teams from state and federal agencies, conservation
organizations, and academic institutions. Strong geospatial analytical
skills with large datasets, landscape ecological skills which may include
species distributional modeling. Strong writing skills; ability to conduct
literature reviews and synthesize research, and write proposals, reports,
and scientific manuscripts. Having knowledge of Alaskan habitats and
systems and the ability to work in diverse environments is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications (Required Experience, Education &/or
Training):

Experience with tracking project deliverables, timelines, budgets, and
supervision of junior staff. Experience with public outreach or scientific
presentations to broad audiences. Experience and interest in collaborating
with Indigenous or rural communities is preferred.

Must have a Master’s degree in Biology, Wildlife, or related field plus 4
years of relevant, postgraduate experience or equivalent combination of
training and experience (e.g., Ph.D. + 0 years).



Matthew L. Carlson, Ph.D.

Director

Alaska Center for Conservation Science

University of Alaska Anchorage

3211 Providence Drive

Anchorage, Alaska 99508

Tel: (907) 786-6390
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