NEON CHIEF SCIENTIST The National Ecological Observatory Network office (NEON: <file://www.neoninc.org>www.neoninc.org), managed by the nonprofit NEON Corporation (NEON Inc.), has an immediate opening for a full-time Chief Scientist to oversee the development of NEON's scientific capabilities. This position will be based in Boulder, Colorado.
NEON is a Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction project being developed for the National Science Foundation. The goal of NEON, Inc. is to deliver a continental-scale research instrument consisting of geographically distributed and networked infrastructure, including lab and field instrumentation, site-based experimental infrastructure, biodiversity archive facilities, and computational, analytical, and modeling capabilities. JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Scientist shall lead NEON's science functions and provide strategic guidance for the management, design, and development of the scientific infrastructure. This effort includes but is not limited to: (A) Ensuring that the science undertaken by NEON is founded on the best and most current scientific understanding, (B) Ensuring that NEON scientific capabilities are translated into a robust networked infrastructure, which requires working with the NEON Facilities Manager and each of the twenty lead Domain scientists to deploy the scientific infrastructure across the Nation, and (C) Ensuring that NEON scientific capabilities are supported by NEON's cyberinfrastructure, which requires working with the scientific community to define data collection protocols, QA/QC protocols (for both instruments and field campaigns), and data product algorithms. The Chief Scientist shall also work closely with NEON's cyberinfrastructure partners to translate these data requirements into system design specifications. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate should posses a Ph.D. degree in a related field. The candidate should have 10 years of professional experience in a leadership role with substantial supervisory responsibilities. Experience in research on large scale ecological processes, a demonstrated ability to lead large collaborative scientific efforts, and prior experience working with cyberinfrastructure specialists to develop scientific data systems is a plus. Strong communication and interpersonal presentation skills are key, owing to the extensive interaction across a broad range of individuals with diverse scientific backgrounds. TO APPLY This position will remain open until filled. Travel will be required and salary is commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, salaried position subject to the continuing availability of NSF funding. Benefits include health care, paid vacation, and retirement plan. Send cover letter, resume, salary history, and salary requirements to NEON Administrative Director, attn. NEON Chief Scientist Search, AIBS, 1444 Eye St. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20005, FAX; 202-628-1509, <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>[EMAIL PROTECTED]
