Job Tag: Science/Engineering

Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA), an internationally recognized environmental research and advocacy nonprofit based in Boston, MA, is currently seeking a Stormwater Program Manager to join our interdisciplinary and innovative team. The successful candidate will lead CRWA’s work to reduce stormwater pollution across the watershed by effectively advocating for better stormwater management, working with environmental regulators and local officials, implementing on-the-ground green infrastructure projects, and interacting with CRWA’s members and the public. Candidates must be organized, self-motivated, and demonstrate an ability to work well with others as well as on their own with minimal supervision. Candidates must also have experience managing staff and projects. Knowledge of Massachusetts stormwater permits and regulations is strongly preferred. This position will report to CRWA’s Director of Climate Resilience.

Qualifications:
Degree in one of the following areas: water resources management, hydrology, civil or environmental engineering, or environmental planning

Master’s degree is strongly preferred but candidates with commensurate experience will also be considered

At least 5 years experience working in stormwater management

Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks applicable to stormwater management in Massachusetts

Experience with green stormwater infrastructure

Experience managing projects, overseeing staff, and coordinating a team

Experience working on environmental and climate justice issues

Experience writing and managing state and foundation grants

Proficient in ArcGIS, as well as Microsoft Office and Google GSuite

Effective oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated high level of professionalism

Able to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Advocacy or campaign experience is a plus

Multilingual is a plus

This is a full-time position based in Boston. Starting salary for this position is $90,000-$100,000 annually.

We are seeking an Entry-Level or Junior Environmental Scientist, Engineer, Geologist, or Hydrogeologist to join the Environmental and Earth Systems team! In this role, you will be working closely with Project Managers and senior-level practitioners to scope, coordinate and conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), groundwater and soil vapor monitoring, soil and groundwater remediation programs, and storm water compliance projects. The ideal candidate excels working with a team, is self-directed, adaptable, entrepreneurial, and aligned with Rincon’s core values and mission. This position will be a mix of office and field responsibilities, with opportunities to develop management and reporting skills as responsibilities increase.

What You’ll Do

Work within a team to develop and implement creative environmental project strategies.
Aid in the preparation and implementation of environmental site assessment work plans.
Prepare Phase I ESAs, Initial Site Assessments, and Phase II ESAs with a focus on ASTM compliance, accuracy, clarity, succinctness, and quality control.
Provide technical and general field support on various ESAs including but not limited to soil vapor, soil, indoor air, sediment, and groundwater sample collection for laboratory analysis.
Perform groundwater monitoring, purging, and sampling, utilizing standard volume purge and low flow methodologies.
Observe drilling and monitoring well installation and classifying soil samples.
Evaluate analytical data relative to project-specific clean-up goals or applicable screening levels.
Conduct site inspections and reconnaissance in support of ESAs.
Work with a great team in a dynamic and fun environment!

What You’ll Bring

Minimum B.A./B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or another related field.
Experience with technical writing and documentation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Experience installing soil vapor and groundwater monitoring wells.
Experience performing groundwater purging and sampling with the use of various groundwater monitoring pumps and water quality indicator meters.
Experience accurately preparing soil boring logs, hydrographs, groundwater contour maps, field notes, sketches, and other documentation of actions undertaken during site investigation and remediation projects.
Passion for the environment and science and enjoy working outdoors!

The base salary range for this full-time position is $60,000–$80,000, plus a generous benefits program.

The Plant Research Division of the Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is seeking a Conservation Scientist to assist in the in vitro propagation, cryo-banking, and restoration of multiple threatened plant species.

The CREW Plant Research Division is a global leader in the conservation of exceptional plant species using tissue culture propagation and cryopreservation and is seeking an experienced plant scientist to help expand our plant conservation activities. This role reports directly to the Director of Plant Research and offers an opportunity to shape the future of exceptional plant conservation while contributing to the conservation and protection of rare plant species.

Essential Functions

Collections management and use

Manage CREW’s In Vitro Collection of rare plants, including regular subculturing and data-taking
Bank collections of shoot tips, seeds, pollen, and other tissues in our CryoBioBank
Produce plants for restorations and outplantings in collaboration with CREW’s Conservation Horticulturist and partner organizations

Research

Develop tissue culture initiation, propagation, and cryopreservation protocols for a variety of threatened species.
Design and carry-out experiments to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and/or basic knowledge of in vitro propagation and cryo-banking
Analyze data, interpret results, generate graphs, and produce reports for a variety of stakeholders
Develop and write research grant proposals. Write and contribute to peer-reviewed publications
Disseminate results at scientific meetings

Other Duties

Participate in regular scientific outreach activities with the general public, students, donors, and other professionals
Mentor volunteers, interns, and graduate students
Maintain clean and organized workspaces

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ph.D. in a plant-related field of biology with a strong background in plant biology and/or plant physiology
Authorized to work in the United States
Experience with plant tissue culture and cryopreservation
Demonstrated ability in developing and carrying out scientific research
Experience in writing peer-reviewed manuscripts, grant/project reports, and grant proposals
Strong understanding of and commitment to principles of conservation biology
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and experience in communicating with a wide variety of audiences
Strong work ethic and organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Experience in scientific data analysis and interpretation; experience with R statistical computing software preferred
Ability to comply with CZBG policies, including drug-free workplace requirements
Willingness to participate in occasional off-hours outreach events.

Experience Requirements: Experience in developing plant tissue culture propagation and/or cryopreservation protocols strongly preferred. Candidates with at least 1 year’s experience in managing a plant tissue culture and/or cryo collection preferred.

Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.

The Program Manager, Fisheries Technology, will lead the implementation of innovative technology systems in large-scale fisheries and provide strategic advice on monitoring, control, and surveillance (MCS) systems to improve ocean conservation and tackle IUU fishing. This role will include responsibilities across several initiatives, including, Electronic Monitoring and Connectivity for Crews at Sea project to improve crew welfare at sea by piloting EM and WiFi technologies onboard fishing vessels, as well as place-based, social, environmental, and economic improvement projects in Pacific Tuna fisheries.

By leveraging new and existing technologies and MCS systems, the Program Manager will work closely with the Labor Rights and Fisheries Program Manager to support sustainable and responsible outcomes that protect both ocean ecosystems and human rights. Specifically, the Program Manager will pilot and scale EM and Wi-Fi technologies in large-scale fisheries to combat illegal fishing practices and human rights abuses and deliver on CI’s EM and offshore fisheries strategy.

This role is based within CI’s growing Blue Communities team in the Center for Oceans and will collaborate closely with various CI teams, including the Center for Regenerative Economies, the Blue Nature Alliance, the Moore Center for Science and Solutions, the Nature Finance Group, and CI’s field programs across the Asia, Pacific, Africa, and Americas regions.

Through a science-driven and human-centered approach, the Program Manager will build upon a knowledge base in fisheries management and MCS systems to support project implementation and project management. This work has the potential to have a profound impact on previously invisible impacted communities – fishers at sea – and to usher in a new set of digital approaches to ensure sustainable practices in fisheries, which are currently one of the most analog sectors in the global economy. This is a time-bound position through April 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Required

Bachelor’s Degree and 4 to 6 years related work experience in fisheries management, ocean technology, MCS, counter IUU fishing, or other related field, or equivalent experience.
Strong knowledge of ocean/fisheries technologies (preference for electronic monitoring and connectivity technologies) and fisheries sustainability and management.
Demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex projects or initiatives involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent technical and analytical skills related to large-scale/distant-water fisheries.
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with proven ability to turn vision and strategies into outcomes.
Team player and able to work effectively with diverse groups in a multicultural environment.
Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, set priorities, and deliver quality results. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and under general supervision.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presenting complex ideas succinctly.
Experience engaging with the seafood industry and seafood brands.
Fluency in English is required.

Preferred

Master’s degree or higher.
Experience working onboard fishing vessels and/or within the broader fishing industry and/or with EM.
Experience working with marine protected areas, providing technical guidance on MCS, and developing strategic partnerships with technology providers, such as Skylight and WildAid.
Experience in achieving environmental and/or social change in the seafood sector through technology solutions.
Experience in traceability and risk identification services for seafood companies.
Experience drafting business cases to increase uptake and/or scaling technology solutions.
Experience designing, developing, or deploying innovative technologies (e.g. Electronic Monitoring, Satellite Connectivity technologies, AI, etc.).
Foreign language abilities, particularly Mandarin Chinese or Bahasa Indonesian.

POSITION SUMMARY – This position is based in Seattle-WA, Honolulu-HI or also the following locations are fully remote: California, Oregon, or Washington.

Job Description Summary:
Under general supervision, the primary role of the Senior Ecologist position on the City’s Nature-Based Solutions Team is to support the protection of community and ecosystem health through management of the city’s ecosystems-based Integrated Pest Management policy and oversight of the City’s biodiversity-based Mosquito/vector control program. Central to this role is the synthesis of the best available science or development of related applied research to inform the city’s numerous departments conducting ecosystem-based land management. The Senior Ecologist for Public Health and Ecosystem Management has three overall areas of responsibility: management of the city’s ecosystems-based IPM policy implementation across all city departments; management of the City’s ongoing ecosystem-based mosquito management program; and support for broader efforts to research, develop and test nature-based solutions designed to utilize ecosystem-based approaches to increase community resilience to climate change while enhancing the health, safety and welfare of the Boulder community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to approach complex challenges with objectivity and creativity.

Ability to listen and show respect for diverse opinions, build relationships, and productively facilitate controversial or contentious discussions.

Ability to translate technical subjects for accessible and understandable community communications and policy development is important for this role.

Skills demonstrating extensive field experience in some aspect of community ecology and ecosystem assessment and monitoring project development and management.

Skills demonstrating professional experience with progressively increasing responsibility in leadership and program management.

Skills exhibiting commitment to working with diverse interests and stakeholders from both public sector and the broader public.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to demonstrate experience in developing field-based research.

Ability to demonstrate regional, state or national level policy experience.

Knowledge and experience in cross-cultural communication and collaboration, and engagement with BIPOC communities.

Skills demonstrating experience in data synthesis, analysis, and publicly accessible interpretation.

Skills exhibiting experience working in establishing and/or managing multidisciplinary research or shared learning processes designed to address complex natural resource or ecosystem management issues/challenges, especially experience in large-scale land restoration/regeneration projects.

Skills in science communication experience.

A Ph.D. in ecology, environmental toxicology, epidemiology, natural resource management or related disciplines.

Six (6) or more years in field-related experience in ecosystem management related disciplines.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Masters degree or higher in relevant field (such as, ecology, environmental and/or ecological toxicology, ecophysiology, biology, environmental sciences, ecosystem planning and land/resource management)

Three to Five (3-5) years of professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay Range: $83,616.00 – 121,118.40

The Senior Research Associate will lead planning, conducting, and reporting original research on the ecology and management of fish populations in Adirondack ecosystems, as part of the Adirondack Fishery Research Program (AFRP) team. The mission of the AFRP is to inform fishery and environmental management to safeguard Adirondack aquatic ecosystems. This position serves as the primary liaison between the AFRP, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and a longstanding network of private cooperators. Our work builds upon nearly 75 years of fishery and ecological data, including decades of whole-lake manipulations (liming, fish stocking, invasive species control) coupled with long-term surveys of environmental conditions, fish populations, and angler catches.

Duties will include oversight of the Little Moose Field Station near Old Forge, New York. The field station encompasses an experimental fish hatchery, lab space, and temporary housing for AFRP staff and students. Our field operations run from mid-April through mid-November each year, and technical staff based in both Ithaca and Old Forge handle most day-to-day operations. This position could be based in either location, thereby offering scheduling flexibility to balance responsibilities in both places. Supervision of technical staff and summer interns will be expected, as well as effective collaboration with the AFRP Director and our dynamic team of postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates. Service to Adirondack stakeholders through education and outreach efforts is also expected.

The Senior Research Associate will help to shape AFRP research priorities, lead analyses and publications, and mentor students and postdocs. In addition to assisting with reporting to funders, the position will entail contributing as co-PI or PI to new extramural grant proposals that partially support research expenses and staffing, including this position. The Senior Research Associate is the most visible member of the AFRP to many of our partners, hence maintaining and strengthening these relationships is a key role.

There will be opportunities for the position to develop new research directions as well as analyzing historical data and archival samples. The AFPR team operates as a small but mighty collaborative, and our research agenda is responsive to the interests of state, federal, and private partners. Our recent work ranges from food web ecology to phenology and from biogeochemistry to invasion ecology, and we leverage long-term data by using 21st-century tools to test key hypotheses about the effects of environmental changes on aquatic ecosystem health and fishery outcomes. We seek a colleague who will be excited both to pursue synergistic environmental research and to work closely with stakeholders to translate findings into effective management interventions.

The position entails a full-time appointment with an initial one-year term, with subsequent reappointment contingent on availability of funding and satisfactory work performance. This is intended to be a long-term position that facilitates sustained research on environmental change and ensures continuity of relationships with partners. We especially encourage applicants who desire a stable position rather than a stepping stone. The Department of Natural Resources & the Environment at Cornell has a strong community of Senior Research Associates who are accorded comparable respect and visibility to tenure-stream faculty.

Required Qualifications

⮚ Ph.D. in fisheries science, aquatic ecology, limnology, or a related discipline

⮚ At least 2 years of postdoctoral experience conducting empirical research on freshwater fisheries

⮚ Evidence of ability to collaborate successfully with fellow researchers across disciplinary boundaries and the spectrum of professional development stages

⮚ Evidence of ability to collaborate successfully with management agencies and other stakeholders in conducting and applying research results to practical challenges

⮚ Experience building, maintaining, and analyzing large environmental datasets

⮚ Evidence of ability to attract extramural research funding

Fuss & O’Neill is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our Boston, MA office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead technically challenging and impactful projects focused on climate resilience, water quality, and ecological restoration.

You will be part of a collaborative team delivering creative, sustainable solutions to water-related challenges — from flood mitigation and stormwater management to stream and shoreline restoration. As a technical expert and mentor, you’ll guide engineers and scientists in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, and permitting, while ensuring our clients receive exceptional quality and service.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering required
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within one year
8–10 years of progressive experience in water resources engineering
Strong hydrologic and hydraulic modeling skills with experience using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and/or PC-SWMM
Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and the Microsoft Office Suite
Experience developing and submitting local, state, and federal permit applications and grant materials
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Strong understanding of industry regulations, codes, and standards
Proven ability to provide technical mentorship and collaborate across disciplines
Occasional travel to client sites within New England (10%)

Compensation: $105,000 – $120,000/year

This position is responsible for performing storm water engineering work in the design, investigation, construction and environmental compliance for state, federal and city reporting.

Major Duties

To plan, manage, and coordinate the activities and operation of the City’s Storm Water Management Program, including implementation and administration of the City’s NPDES, MS4 and Storm Water Utility Program. This position is responsible for all environmental technical reports submitted to the state, federal government and the city for compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field required; CPESC preferred; four (4) years of related experience; Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Certification (GSWCC) Level 1B & II Certification; valid State of Georgia Driver’s License; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Required by the Position

Prepares engineering designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates for Water, storm and Sewer projects; obtains required easements or permits for streets and storm drainages;
Assists in the development of City Storm water projects;
Conducts site inspections of construction projects and discusses problems that may require project changes with affected crews or contractors; recommends methods of resolving unusual, complex engineering problems related to storm water drainage, road construction and water and sewer;
Serves as a project lead; researches applicable codes, regulations and requirements for assigned projects; develops engineering plans and compiles preliminary layout of plans; writes specifications for plans; coordinates required advertising for bids; advises contractor(s) and construction inspectors during actual construction;
Reviews plans through “red-lining,” making plan review comments on development plans, and assists with final decisions on coordination of development permits;
Facilitates engineering bid proposals on City projects and provides bid recommendations to the City Council;
Investigates citizen complaints regarding roadway, storm drainage and right-of-way problems related to the City infrastructure projects and makes recommendations for corrective action as needed; this may include writing citations and preparing for court cases.
Supervises or acts as survey party chief for in-house surveying requirements;
Performs other duties as assigned.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as Associate Laboratory Director (ALD) for the Biological and Environmental Systems Science Directorate (BESSD). The ALD will serve as a key member of the Laboratory’s executive leadership team, working closely with the Laboratory Director to advance ORNL’s mission of delivering world-leading scientific discoveries and translating them into transformative energy and security solutions.

As the largest science and energy laboratory in the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) system, ORNL is home to more than 7,500 staff, an outstanding ecosystem of world-class user facilities, and an unparalleled breadth of expertise spanning neutron science, high-performance computing, materials and nuclear sciences, isotopes, biological and environmental systems, national security, and energy technologies. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains near Oak Ridge and Knoxville, Tennessee, ORNL combines scientific excellence with unique collaborative partnerships across industry, academia, and government to accelerate discovery and innovation critical for addressing urgent national and global challenges.

BESSD is internationally recognized as a leader in biological and environmental systems science. Its mission is to deliver a predictive understanding of complex biological and environmental systems and associated coupling to engineered systems to advance the Nation’s bioeconomy, energy abundance, and infrastructure resilience. With more than 300 staff and an annual research portfolio exceeding $140M, BESSD is addressing its mission through advancing and integrating discovery science; automated, AI-assisted capabilities for quantifying and optimizing plant-microbe-soil systems from genes to ecosystems; large-scale field experiments; and ORNL transformative computing approaches—including the world’s first exascale system, Frontier.

Basic Qualifications:

International recognition and demonstrated accomplishments as a leading PhD scientist and visionary, with a track record of advancing biological, environmental, and/or Earth system science and technology.
At least 5 years of demonstrated executive management experience, including developing and leading large complex and multidisciplinary research organizations, programs and/or user facilities.
Demonstrated experience of successfully developing, implementing, and executing scientific strategy with engagement from critical stakeholders.
Evidence of successful engagement with key stakeholders, program sponsors, internal staff and partners.
Familiarity with DOE programs, particularly the Office of Biological and Environmental Research (BER).

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Description

Performs intermediate technical work organizing and implementing public awareness programs for municipal environmental, water, sewer, and solid waste operations, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work performed under the limited supervision of the Environmental & Storm Service Manager.

Essential Functions

Develop, oversee, and deliver educational and public participation programs regarding environmental, water, sanitary and storm sewer, wellhead, stormwater and solid collections issues along with policies to schools, citizens, businesses, and employee groups. Assist in the development and implementation of environmental regulatory programs for Environmental Services and City storm water permit requirements. Assist with multi-departmental environmental efforts.
Prepare grant applications and manage grant implementation. Assist in the development and management of budgets for Environmental Services.
Coordinate and lead the activities of environmental advisory teams on Environmental Services programs and issues. Serve as resource person, develop plans, and implement programs for public relations associated with Environmental Services activities. Coordinate technical and clerical staff activities in the implementation of environmental programs.
Collect data and report on departmental environmental program implementation. Develop and implement strategies for furthering environmental protection within the community and provide recommendations for policy and procedure actions.
Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and informational brochures to support Environmental Services programs. Meet with businesses and residents to raise awareness of Environmental Services’ activities and obtain feedback. May act as City representative when asked to conduct public relations with the local media, other regional governmental agencies and services, businesses, residents, etc., for Environmental Services matters.
Function as team leader for multi-departmental environmental efforts.
Regular use of computers, software, and multimedia equipment to manage the activities of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with coursework in environmental science, chemistry, biology, or related field.
1-3 years experience with environmental programs and campaigns.

Special Requirements:

Valid driver’s license in the State of Michigan.