*Assistant Program Director -- Plant Conservation Research Program*
We seek a */botanist/* or */plant ecologist /*to assist with management
of our Plant Conservation Research Program at the Institute for Applied
Ecology. The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a dynamic
non-profit organization dedicated to natural resource research,
conservation and education. The Conservation Research Program works
with a diversity of agencies to implement a number of projects,
including evaluation of habitat management practices on rare plant
populations, restoration and reintroduction, invasive species assessment
and control methods, population viability analysis, and long-term
population monitoring. Responsibilities will include assisting with
supervision of field staff and interns, day-to-day planning and
management, data analysis, report writing, attending meetings, and other
duties. This position will require extensive travel (approximately 50%
overnight) during the field season. For more information about the
program, applicants are encouraged to visit our website, www.appliedeco.org
*Qualifications: *The successful applicant will have...
* ...a strong background in plant ecology.
* ...a demonstrated ability to statistically analyze data.
* ...a strong background in both oral and written communication.
* ...a masters degree plus one year of work experience.
* ...the ability to hike over rough terrain with a backpack weighing
at least 20 pounds and work in all weather conditions.
Persons with a demonstrated ability to work with multiple collaborators,
including researchers and land managers, are encouraged to apply.
*Compensation and start date:*
* The pay rate for these positions will be in the range of $2,160 to
$3,000 per month, based on education and experience.
* This position is eligible for IAE's health insurance package.
* */Preference will be given to applicants who can start by May 1,
2008./*
*Application*:__
Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted until the
position is filled.
To apply for this position, submit:
* A letter of application
* Curriculum Vitae or Resume
* Graduate school transcripts (unofficial acceptable)
* Three letters of recommendation (not just a list of references)
* A writing sample (e.g. thesis chapter, publication, or technical
report) is strongly encouraged.
We can only accept applications from US citizens or those who hold a
Greencard or work Visa.
IAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will
be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to
race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin,
non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other
non-merit factors.
*Please direct questions or application materials to:*
Andrea S. Thorpe
/Director, Conservation Research Program/
PO Box 2855
Corvallis, Oregon 97339-2855
e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
phone: 541-753-3099
fax: 541-753-3098
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Andrea S. Thorpe, Ph.D.
Director, Conservation Research Program
Institute for Applied Ecology
PO Box 2855
Corvallis, Oregon 97339-2855
www.appliedeco.org
ph: 541-753-3099
fax: 541-753-3098
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The Institute for Applied Ecology is a non-profit
501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to
conserve native ecosystems through restoration,
research, and education.
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