Job Tag: Science/Engineering

The Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences in the Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure & the Environment (ESSIE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, 9-month faculty position in any area of Environmental Engineering (air, ecological engineering, sustainable materials management, and water). We seek innovative and motivated candidates who are committed to advancing research and education in these critical areas and linking engineering solutions to pressing societal needs. We anticipate that the successful candidate will be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor, but candidates at all ranks will be considered.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a robust research program. We are particularly interested in candidates focused on (i) environmental change and adaptation, (ii) design challenges for a future with minimal pollution, and (iii) contributing to the creation of efficient, healthy, and resilient towns and cities. We are also interested in candidates who can apply advanced technologies such as AI, remote sensing, data analytics, and robotics to environmental engineering problems, and contribute to broadening the department’s scope into emerging areas. Additional responsibilities include supervising graduate student research, teaching undergraduate, and graduate courses, and actively participating in departmental service activities.

In addition to contributing to a vibrant academic environment, candidates are expected to build strong collaborations with regional and national institutions, as well as industry partners. These partnerships will support the exploration, prototyping, and testing of cutting-edge technologies and practices in real-world applications, helping to bridge the gap between academic research and practical implementation.

The field of environmental engineering is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the integration of multidisciplinary approaches and the adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and intelligent automation. As environmental change, urbanization, and resource scarcity intensify, there is an urgent need for data-driven, adaptive, and socially responsive solutions. This evolution calls for a new generation of engineers who can combine traditional environmental science with advanced computational tools, systems thinking, and community engagement to address complex challenges, develop resilient infrastructure, and ensure sustainable management of environmental resources.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Post-doctoral experience, by the time of appointment.

Are you passionate about the environment and looking to make a difference in the community? The Environmental Specialist III role is responsible for leading environmental resource management initiatives within coastal environments while also overseeing contracted landscape maintenance services. This role supports both environmental stewardship and operational excellence by leading land and waterway management projects and providing oversight of landscape contractors to maintain safe, clean, and visually appealing park spaces.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, or a related field -AND- three (3) years of professional experience.
-OR- A master’s degree may substitute for one year of professional experience.
-OR- Progressively responsible professional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree.
State of Florida pesticide applicators license with an endorsement in Natural Areas or the ability to obtain within 6 months after hire (we can help with this!)

Preferred Qualifications:

United States Coast Guard boater safety certifications.
Limited Lawn and Ornamental applicator endorsement.
Wildland fire certifications in S-130 and S-190.
Scuba diving certification.

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.

The regulatory Program Manager is a member of the Water Quality Team and is responsible for the assessment and oversight of regulatory programs that fall under the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulations. Monitors the data generated for drinking water regulatory compliance and source water protection. Ensures collection of all regulatory and non-regulatory samples, and reviews data quality submitted for compliance from laboratories. Responds to constituent and customer inquiries. Reviews data reports and maintains records and contracts relating to all drinking water and source water analyses. Provides compliance data oversight and reporting for the drinking water program and regularity agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related field from an accredited college or university. Education and experience may be substituted on a case-by-case basis.
Two years’ work-related experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) or equivalent computerized programs for data input, data recall, report generation, and laboratory QA/QC documentation.
This position requires a broad background in regulatory compliance, sample collection, and sample analysis.
Proven ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in written form; prepare reports and make presentations, as requested.
Proven ability to assess technical and scheduling issues and develop an appropriate resolution.
Working knowledge of federal and state regulations as they relate to drinking water including but not limited to the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
Possession of excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively manage and supervise subordinates, lead, interact and positively influence staff, co-workers, and representatives from other departments, agencies, and members of the general public.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate studies in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience in trouble-shooting technical problems in drinking water systems; development of experimental protocols and monitoring techniques.
Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations including the Clean Water Act (CWA).

Position Salary Range:

$100,860.55 – $106,169

Position Summary:

This is executive environmental protection work which involves developing, coordinating and evaluating the major County-wide programs in environmental protection.

An employee in this class has executive and consultative responsibilities for planning, organizing, and for maintaining high level professional performance by the environmental protection staff on both a generalized and a specialty basis. The work involves continuous analysis and appraisal of County-wide environmental protection programs with the objective of developing policy, procedures, and techniques to achieve maximum professional quality and effectiveness of environmental protection services. An important aspect of the work is participation in Health Department policy development, and the enlisting of community support and stimulation of interest in environmental protection. Supervision is exercised over a staff of program managers or other subordinate managers. An employee in this class with executive responsibility for the Bureau of Environmental Protection is expected to exercise independent professional judgment and initiative and receives general administrative directions from the Director.

Minimum Requirements:

One year of experience as an Environmental Health Administrator III or Air Quality Program Manager.

OR

Master’s Degree in Public Health with a major concentration in Environmental Health or a field related to environmental health and six (6) years of professional environmental health or environmental protection work experience, including four (4) years in management which must include direct supervision of staff.

OR

Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in the biological sciences, sanitary sciences, chemistry or other fields closely related to environmental health and seven (7) years of professional environmental health work including four (4) years in management which must include direct supervision of staff.

OR

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Salary: Annual: $105,000.00 – $114,610.70

The Department of Biology at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for the position of a nine-month tenure track, Assistant Professor, Aquatic Ecologist anticipated to begin August 2026. All areas of aquatic ecology will be considered, including population, community, or ecosystem ecology in freshwater or marine environments. Successful candidates must have a demonstrated ability or strong potential to establish and maintain a vigorous, extramurally funded research program, facilitate collaborations, and complement departmental strengths. They will be expected to contribute to teaching and mentoring students in our undergraduate and graduate programs. The instructional duties and services assignments are in accordance with the department’s current equitable workload policy. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with other disciplines and the potential to strengthen research and course offerings in freshwater ecology is preferred.

The Department of Biology blends contemporary research and dynamic teaching from a broad-based curriculum. We have successfully trained thousands of undergraduate students for a range of biology careers, fostering a strong foundation in the life sciences and equipping them with critical thinking skills. Many classes engage High Impact Practices, offering students opportunities to receive hands-on experience in the field and pursue a graduate education through a master’s program in Biology and a Ph.D. program in Integrative and Conservation Biology. Our facilities include a genomics core laboratory, an on-campus transgenic greenhouse, walk-in growth chamber, research hoophouses, herbarium, research field plots, and 800 acres of natural lands and wetlands. Our faculty and research scientists are actively addressing environmental challenges through novel research—from coastal restoration to marine turtle conversation, boldly shaping a better future.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in biology or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will show: (a) experience in freshwater systems, (b) postdoctoral training or relevant work experience, (c) potential to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program including research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, (d) research experience that complements department strengths, and (e) commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching, effective student mentoring, and strong academic support for our diverse student population.

The New England Aquarium seeks a Research Scientist to join and grow with the long-standing right whale research team as part of the Kraus Marine Mammal Conservation Program. This scientist will oversee the North Atlantic Right Whale Consortium (NARWC) Sightings & Effort Database (SED), which contains sightings and effort data for right whales and other marine species collected along the east coast of the US and Canada. They will lead the migration of the SED to NEAq, then oversee all database operations, including facilitating data submission, quality control, storage, and data access. They will undertake database improvement projects as needed. Finally, this scientist will lead independent research projects that advance conservation outcomes for marine species.

This is a full-time (35 hours per week) grant-funded position with one year of funding and the possibility for extension. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package. Work will be conducted primarily remotely with occasional in-person meetings. Work hours are flexible with remote meetings occurring between 9 am – 5pm EST Monday – Friday. A laptop will be provided, but an adequate workspace and high-speed internet connection are required, as well as residence in one of the following states: MA, RI, NH, ME, NY, or VT.

Minimum Training and Experience

Extensive experience in collecting and managing marine mammal data, defined as having a Ph.D. or Master’s degree with an additional three years of relevant experience.
Record of successful collaboration, fundraising and publishing.
Experience with SQL and relational database systems
Experience with project management, including budgeting, tracking, and reporting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Highly collaborative with excellent organizational and communication skills.
Extremely detail-oriented, with a passion for achieving the highest standards of database quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Expert in marine mammal survey methods and associated data.
Proficiency in coding in R, Python or a similar language.
Must have a valid driver’s license and passport.
A genuine interest in, and passion for, the important ocean and marine animal conservation mission of the Aquarium.

The Marine Research Facilities Manager works under the supervision of the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering (SMSOE) Assistant Director, Marine Facilities and Operations to operate and maintain the SMSOE facilities and infrastructure, including the Judd Gregg Marine Research Complex, the Jackson Estuarine Laboratory, and the small boat fleet. Applicants should have strong technical skills, familiarity with the marine environment and boats <100ft LOA, familiarity with the methods and materials involved in marine related research, and strong organizational and communication skills. Applicants should be prepared for physical work in all weather and challenging environments.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

Master's degree in engineering, science or electronic/technical area and two years of related professional experience, including one year of supervisory experience, OR

Bachelor's degree and four years related experience, including one year of supervisory experience.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

Valid driver’s license

NH Safe Boating certificate (or valid certificate from a state/province/country with reciprocity)

DOT MEC and clean driving record

DAN-approved Oxygen and First Aid certification

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Familiarity with basic hand and power tools, as well as proper PPE

Understanding and practical knowledge of plumbing (potable, waste, and seawater) systems, pumps, electrical systems (including marine electrical), hydraulic systems. May involve construction, repairs, and maintenance of all the above

Familiarity with basic scientific principles and ability to apply those principles in the design, construction, and maintenance of experimental systems, particularly in the field of marine research

Familiarity with remote sensing instrumentation (operation and maintenance)

Experience with hoists/cranes, rigging and marlinspike seamanship

Snorkeling or diving experience

Proficiency with basic computing tasks

Ability to effectively teach small classes of various ages from middle school to adult on various practical topics related to the above

Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and instruct

The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to lead the NYS Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP). This position will help eligible small businesses in their efforts to comply with state and federal regulations by providing information and guidance regarding applicable air emissions regulations as well as source identification and quantification of air contaminants emitted by their facility. Reporting to the NYSP2I Director and working with the NYSP2I team, the Senior Environmental Engineer will provide expertise in state and federal air emissions regulations and how the regulations apply to each facility and business. In addition, this position will provide guidance on the completion of required air permitting forms, evaluation of emission control technologies, and identification of potential pollution prevention opportunities. This position will ensure relevant information is made available to small businesses across NYS and will develop strategies to assist as many businesses as possible across all affected industries, which may include preparing and updating fact sheets, developing calculation tools, calculating emissions, presenting at stakeholder events and developing and delivering training.

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience:

A minimum of 8 years of environmental engineering experience with at least 5 years of experience in air emissions compliance in a consulting, regulatory, or manufacturing environment.

A combination of academic training in air regulations and experience may also be considered.

Skills:

Strong working knowledge of New York State air regulations and working knowledge of federal regulations, particularly MACT/NESHAP; must have air regulatory compliance reporting experience;
Solid understanding of industrial processes and equipment used by small businesses in various sectors, and the ability to identify and quantify the air contaminants emitted by the facility;
Ability to perform air emissions calculations using emission factors or mass balance procedures and experience with air quality modeling, including standard USEPA-approved models and protocols. Understanding of AERSCREEN, AERMOD.
Ability to interact directly with state and local officials on clients’ behalf, as needed, and assist with client responses to inquiries from state and federal agencies;
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and critical thinking capabilities;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite with excellent skills in the development and use of Excel spreadsheets to perform calculations and organize data;
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment while also being able to work autonomously to successfully perform the required duties with minimal direct supervision;
Ability to travel up to 10% to provide assistance and support to NYS businesses.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ideal candidate will be a self-directed, strategic thinker

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
Air emissions compliance experience in multiple industrial sectors
EHS leadership experience
Team leadership or direct supervisory experience
A New York State Professional Engineer (PE) License

James Madison University (JMU) invites applications for the position of Academic Unit Head (AUH) of the Department of Geology & Environmental Science, to begin July 1, 2026. This is a tenure track, 12-month, primarily administrative position at the rank of professor, with opportunities to teach, conduct research, and/or lead in their discipline. Application review will begin November 2, 2025, and the position is open until filled.

The Department of Geology and Environmental Science at James Madison University offers bachelor’s degrees in Geology and Environmental Earth Science for approximately 110 majors in our multi-track baccalaureate-only program, as well as minors in Geology, Climate Science, and Geophysics. In addition, we support interdisciplinary minors in Environmental Science and Data Analytics and prepare students for Earth Science teaching careers. We also offer a capstone summer field course. Faculty teach within the major and contribute significantly to General Education at JMU. Our students find placement in private sector and public service careers, and graduate studies through a strong network of professional and alumni connections.

Our 15 full-time and four adjunct faculty members engage in teaching and research in the areas of Solid Earth Materials and Tectonics; Climate and Ocean Science; Paleobiology, Environmental and Engineering Geology; and Geoscience Education and Geoheritage. Our faculty are supported by two full-time staff members and we have additional support in grant administration, scientific computing, and media design.

Qualifications:

AUH candidates are required to have the following qualifications:
• A PhD or doctorate in the geosciences
• A record of research, teaching and service commensurate with the rank of Professor at JMU
• A record of a federally- or externally-funded research program
• A record of supervision of undergraduate and/or graduate research students
• Evidence of effective teaching within the geosciences at the undergraduate level
• Evidence of supporting the geosciences as part of a general or a liberal arts education
• Experience with budgets and budgetary processes

The department is especially interested in candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Strategies for student recruitment and retention
• Interest in supporting innovation in teaching and curriculum design
• Support for research infrastructure and activities commensurate with the R2 level
• Commitment to faculty and staff development
• Experience advocating for a unit or organization
• Evidence of support for and/or involvement in outreach programs
• Experience in management and evaluation of people in an academic setting
• Interpersonal skills and ability necessary to advance a collegial and collaborative culture that empowers faculty and students