The Nature Conservancy will be hiring a full-time, temporary position
(internship) to help address ecological issues related to natural gas
development occurring throughout the Marcellus region of the Central
Appalachians. See below for more details.
Job Title: Energy Development Research Assistant
Job ID: 13339
Location: Pennsylvania
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
OFFICE LOCATION
Williamsport, Pennsylvania (PA) or Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (PA)
ABOUT US
The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization,
working in all 50 states and more than 33 countries. Founded in 1951, the
mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and
natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by
protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Energy Development Research Assistant will provide technical and
scientific support to TNC staff in Pennsylvania. The position’s primary
duty will be to compile the results of ecological research determined
relevant for establishing Best Management Practices (BMPs) for energy
development, particularly unconventional natural gas development. This
position will be responsible for collecting, storing and distributing this
energy development data in an extensive literature review database (among
other formats) that will be accessible to fellow researchers. The intern
will work as a member of a research collection team that will be based in
our offices either in Williamsport or Harrisburg, PA, with the possibility
of working remotely.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma and 6 months of related experience.
• Experience conducting literature reviews.
• Experience using MS Office, Email, and navigating the Internet.
• Experience organizing time, managing diverse activities and meeting
deadlines.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Completed or currently working toward completion of a Bachelor’s degree
in Zoology, Ecology, Geology or a related natural science area or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of scientific investigations/research and scientific report
writing.
• Familiarity in conducting extensive literature review searches and
processing that data into a usable format.
• Familiarity with Endnote or other bibliography software.
• General knowledge of regional flora, fauna and ecosystems.
• Excellent organizational skills, thoroughness and attention to detail.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the
Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-
owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the
Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." Please see further details
in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a
Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective
employee's motor vehicle record.
The Energy Development Research Assistant will be a full-time, short-term
position, up to 35 hours per week, July-December 2011, approximately.
Exact start/end dates and schedule are negotiable.
BENEFITS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent
benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We
also provide professional development opportunities and promote from
within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires
conservation achievement and personal development, both within the
workplace and beyond.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 13339, submit resume and cover letter as one
document.
All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m.
Eastern Time on June 22, 2011.
Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your
application being disqualified from consideration. The information entered
in the education and work experience sections are auto screened by the
system based on the basic qualifications of the position.
You must click submit to apply for the position. Click save if you want to
be able to return to your application and submit it later. Once submitted,
applications cannot be revised or edited. Contact Scott Bearer for
questions.
EOE STATEMENT
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
