United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service
Interdisciplinary Rangeland Scientist/Ecologist, GS- 11/12 GS-11 $51,972-$67,567 GS-12 $62,291-$80,975 Rangeland Resources Research Unit Cheyenne, Wyoming The Rangeland Resources Research Unit at Cheyenne, WY, is seeking a landscape ecologist or rangeland scientist to conduct production- and conservation-oriented research in semi-arid rangelands. This is a permanent, full-time position and applicants must be U.S. citizens. Research efforts will focus on determining the consequences of land use and climate on ecological processes and vegetation dynamics at multiple temporal and spatial scales. The incumbent will contribute to team research determining the effects of grazing, soil resources, spatial heterogeneity, fire and global environmental change on vegetation change (e.g. native species shifts, weed invasion) and ecosystem functioning (e.g. ecohydrology, nutrient dynamics). Incumbent will lead landscape-level research which addresses the interface of production and conservation issues in semi-arid rangelands. Comprehensive benefits package includes paid sick and annual leave, life and health insurance, and a savings and investment plan (401 K type) are available in addition to the Federal retirement plan. For application information and procedures, you may call Kathie Peterson at (307) 772-2433x105. Additional information about the position can be obtained at: http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/divisions/hrd/index.html (Announcement # ARS-X6W-0122). Applications must be postmarked by the closing date (04/17/06). USDA/ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Justin Derner Rangeland Scientist USDA-ARS High Plains Grasslands Research Station 8408 Hildreth Road Cheyenne, WY 82009 phone: 307-772-2433 ext.113 FAX: 307-637-6124 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
