The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking applicants for a TERM Research Ecologist position at the Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center (GECSC; Lakewood, CO). Scientists at the GECSC conduct research on (1) climatic, environmental and landscape change, (2) the geologic framework of natural resources and hazards, (3) ecological disturbance patterns resulting from natural and anthropogenic changes, and (4) the interactions among geologic, biologic, hydrologic, and human systems. Additional details of the GECSC (research scientists, support staff, and facilities) may be viewed online at: http://esp.cr.usgs.gov.
The incumbent will work as a team member in the interdisciplinary and interagency LandCarbon project supported by the Land Change Science Program under the Climate and Land Use Mission Area. Responsibilities include carrying out studies that monitor, assess, understand, and project ecosystem disturbances (e.g., fire, insects and diseases, extreme weather) and their resulting impacts on vegetation composition and structure, carbon stocks and fluxes, and other ecosystem services (e.g., biodiversity or water quality) using statistical and process-based simulation modeling techniques. Candidates are desired that have strong communications skills demonstrated through past publications and conference presentations, and experience working in an interdisciplinary team. Details about the USGS Climate and Land Use Mission Area and the LandCarbon project can be found at http://www.usgs.gov/climate_landuse/ and http://www.usgs.gov/climate_landuse/land_carbon/, respectively. This is a 2-year term appointment and the appointment may be extended up to 4 years depending on funding. The position will be filled at the GS-12 level (salary starts at $74,587/year plus benefits). Detailed vacancy requirements and application procedures for the position can be found at www.usajobs.gov under vacancy announcement PAC-2014-0763 or at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/381335800. The vacancy announcement will open October 14, 2014. Complete applications must be submitted online. Please read the complete vacancy announcement and submit all required documentation. Transcripts must be provided showing degrees that were awarded. U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidates must be able to obtain a valid driver’s license. The ability to conduct occasional field work in remote locations is required. USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Todd Hawbaker ([email protected]; 303-236-1371) for additional questions about the position and LandCarbon project.
