Please can you post the following position announcement- thank you! Wetland Biogeochemist/Ecologist (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST 2)
The Everglades Systems Assessment Section of the South Florida Water Management District seeks an Environmental Scientist to join a multi-disciplinary team assessing the effectiveness of restoration activities on Everglades ecosystem recovery. This position will primarily be responsible for providing technical support for the Decompartmentalization Physical Model: a large scale field study designed to examine the effects of restoring flow and backfilling canals on Everglades landscape recovery. The candidate's primary duty is to assist in the implementation of scientific research on wetland biogeochemistry and ecology to support the Everglades restoration process and water management operational decisions. Research will focus on microbial responses to wetland management, with particular emphasis on the relationship between decomposition, hydrology and nutrient cycling. Primary responsibilities will be divided between field (30%), laboratory (40%), and data management, analysis and project management (30%). Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to; conducting laboratory analyses of microbial responses, helping design and implement experimental and observational studies, collecting and statistically analyzing laboratory and field data, writing reports and collaborating on scientific manuscripts, managing scientific contracts, and managing the Everglades Section field float plan. The candidate will work closely with ecologists as part of a broad multi-disciplinary team and will be exposed to a wide range of ecosystem studies. The candidate must possess a good understanding of wetland ecology and have at least two (2) years of experience conducting laboratory analyses. Strong laboratory and field skills, experience with the use and operation of analytical instruments and strong written and oral skills are required. The candidate must be proficient with PC-based word processing, spreadsheet and graphics software, and statistical software. Candidates should have experience with statistical analyses and writing concise summaries of results. Minimum requirements include a BS degree in biology, ecology or related subject (Masters preferred) and 1+ years experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within scientific discipline. For more detailed position requirements and to apply, please go to www.sfwmd.gov/careers<http://www.sfwmd.gov/careers>. Position ID 1461BR. *********************************************************** Sue Newman, Ph.D. Marsh Ecology Research Group Everglades Systems Assessment Section- MSC 4351, SFWMD 8894 Belvedere Road, Bldg 374, West Palm Beach Fl 33411, USA Tel: +1 (561) 753-2400 ext. 4626 Fax: +1 561-682-5608 Restoring the Everglades is a test. If we pass, we may get to keep the Planet - Marjory Stoneman Douglas *********************************************************** We value your opinion. Please take a few minutes to share your comments on the service you received from the District by clicking on this link<http://my.sfwmd.gov/portal/page/portal/pg_grp_surveysystem/survey%20ext?pid=1653>.
