Staff Biologist for Laboratory and Field‐based Forest Canopy Research We are looking for a highly motivated Biologist to join the Spectranomics team of the Carnegie Institution for Science, Department of Global Ecology (DGE) as a full time staff member. The Spectranomics project (http://spectranomics.ciw.edu) integrates vegetation taxonomic, chemical and spectral remote sensing approaches to map canopy function and diversity throughout tropical forests of the world. This project also provides the fundamental scientific data supporting the Carnegie Airborne Observatory (http://cao.ciw.edu) biodiversity mapping program.
The new Staff Biologist will be required to work in three areas: (i) processing and analysis of plant canopy samples for chemical traits using a state‐of‐the‐art biochemistry facility located at DGE; (ii) processing of canopy plant samples in remote field locations throughout the tropics, working closely with the Carnegie field teams; and (iii) managing the plant sample archive in the Spectranomics Frozen Forest cryogenic facility. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental biology or a closely related field - Proficiency in laboratory research, with strong preference given to individuals with demonstrated chemical laboratory experience - Experience and willingness to work in remote field stations, often for several weeks to a month at a time, with a supportive team of Carnegie ecologists and botanists - Must speak Spanish and English - Strong communication, collaboration and record‐keeping skills Salary will be determined based on experience, and the position includes a highly competitive benefits package. To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for two references to Dr. Greg Asner ([email protected]). Upon applying, please complete the form found at https://hr.carnegiescience.edu/node/add/self‐id form/1267?destination=jobs%2F%5Bfield_job_reqraw% 5D‐7. The Carnegie Institution for Science is a private organization that conducts basic research for the benefit of humanity. Carnegie’s Department of Global Ecology ( http://dge.ciw.edu) is located in the heart of Stanford University campus in California. The department is comprised of scientists conducting research on the interactions among the earth’s ecosystems, land, atmosphere and oceans, with the goal of understanding the ways these interactions shape the behavior of the earth system, including its responses to future changes. This culture provides a creative and supportive environment for ecological research. Carnegie is an equal opportunity employer -- Kyla Marie Dahlin Ph.D. candidate Department of Biology | Stanford University Department of Global Ecology | Carnegie Institution 415.238.1916 www.stanford.edu/~kmd35 "Whatever the problem, be part of the solution." - T.Fey
