Job Tag: Science/Engineering

The Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on the conservation and restoration of amphibian and reptile populations and their habitats across the United States. ARC focuses on implementing field programs in high-priority areas for amphibians and reptiles to improve their chances of survival. Our work includes inventory, monitoring, research, habitat restoration, population augmentation, policy, and strategic planning across Priority Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Areas (PARCAs).

Position Description

ARC is seeking to hire a full-time Field Biologist near Hinesville, GA to assist on conservation projects in and surrounding Ft. Stewart PARCA. This position does not provide housing or housing assistance. The primary duties include participation in herpetofauna monitoring and headstarting projects, particularly in support of the frosted flatwoods salamander and gopher frog. In a 2-person crew, you will work both independently and with regional partners to meet project goals. The position will work with ARC’s Coastal Plains team in strategic meetings to help provide and deliver recommendations to state and federal partners to accelerate the recovery of some of the southeast’s most imperiled herpetofauna. Local and diverse candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring efforts and data collection for focal herpetofauna using visual encounter surveys, eDNA, trapping, and targeted surveys.
Assist in egg collection and larval-rearing for frosted flatwoods salamander headstarting program.
Survey for larval and adult salamanders via daytime dipnetting and nocturnal spotlight surveys.
Assist in invasive plant control efforts including manual removal, mechanical removal, and herbicide application within and surrounding ephemeral wetlands.
Assist in vegetation and habitat surveys/assessments of ephemeral wetlands.
Mesocosm tank maintenance including routine monitoring of plankton food colonies for larval salamanders.
Represent ARC’s on-the-ground presence to build relationships and communicate with state/federal agencies, private citizens, and organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant experience
2+ years experience with wildlife monitoring projects
Experience using paper or digital maps to identify, relay, and track project boundaries and data
Willingness to regularly travel or work varied hours (eg. night surveys)
Ability to execute multiple projects, maintain organized results, and relay issues to meet project deadlines
Applicants must be self-motivated, responsible, and have the ability to solve problems
Experience navigating landscapes and driving 4×4 roads, potentially with offline maps
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work long hours outdoors, year-round

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of southeastern herpetofauna identification, ecosystems, mesocosm maintenance, and sampling methods
Experience with herpetofauna inventory and monitoring techniques
Strong time management and ability to work independently
Experience with data collection and basic data management

The Royal Caribbean Group’s Royal Caribbean International brand has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Manager, Environmental Programs on the Private Destination Development Team reporting to the Director, Environmental Programs.

This position will work onsite in Miami, Florida and will require travel.

Position Summary:

Based in Miami, Florida, the Manager, Environmental Programs will be responsible for managing environmental initiatives for Royal Caribbean International’s (RCI) Private Destination Development organization. In this position, you will focus on the environmental programs assigned for the development of private land-based destinations and be responsible for various assessment, strategies, execution, and monitoring of environmental activities through the development lifecycle.

You will need to have a deep understanding and proven track record in driving the environmental stewardship for complex land development projects from inception through construction and eventual operation. Experience required in delivering complex land transformations, and strong technical expertise including (but not limited to) environmental impact assessments (and associated studies), environmental management plans, best management practices, and environmental monitoring during construction and operation, etc.

This role will require close coordination with several other business areas within the Royal Caribbean Group (RCG), including, but not limited to private destination development, operations and ESG. In addition, this role will also collaborate with external environmental partners, construction contractors, and various government agencies.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

7+ years of environmental experience, preferably within tourism and/or international.
Bachelor’s degree required in environmental science, biology, or another closely related field; MBA preferred.
Spanish speaking preferred
Previous experience in the environmental principles and practices in complex land-based development.
Solid understanding of environmental principles around waste, water, energy and construction.
Extensive knowledge of International and U.S. environmental rules and regulations.
Strong training and facilitation skills.
Ability to develop, plan and organize tactical plans utilizing project management principles.
Ability to communicate tactfully with department heads, managers, coworkers and employees to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
Ability to effectively apply the RCCL environmental policies and practices and Product Development’s environmental principles.
Ability to manage a staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work. Ability to evaluate and hire high performing employees and scaling a team. Ability to utilize and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment.
Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within a variety software packages such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability and willingness to travel which includes the ability to travel internationally.

Join a dynamic team with a proven track record in achieving change to address conservation challenges and threats to marine mammals in the New York Bight. The Research Assistant (RA) will gain valuable experience in applied conservation and research as part of the Ocean Giants Program and will be primarily focused on data processing and analysis of large acoustic data sets as part of our acoustic monitoring projects in the New York Bight. Data analysis will include validation and classification of cetacean vocalizations from automated detection outputs, with the potential to work on the characterization of ambient noise. The RA will also assist with field work activities in the New York Bight collecting marine mammal sightings, photo identification (ID), genetic and tag data. Other aspects of the position include: 1) contributing to policy, education, and advocacy initiatives, and 2) working actively on current or planned projects on ocean noise, eDNA and integration and synthesis of multiple types of data.

The RA will be expected to work independently under the supervision of the Executive Director, NY Bight Program and the Marine Conservation Scientists and will assist with organizing and processing acoustic data and conducting analyses to satisfy the project goals. The RA position requires individuals that have some experience with analyses of large datasets (particularly acoustic data), have some quantitative analysis skills and fieldwork experience. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to write scientific papers, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work positively under difficult conditions when in the field. The RA will also be expected to contribute to report writing and publications. The RA is expected to undertake an independent research project of interest, providing that work aligns with one of the Ocean Giant Program’s project objectives, which would be expected to result in publication.

Major Responsibilities:

Support the Ocean Giant team with acoustic projects.
Assist with training interns on the acoustic review process and the identification of cetacean vocalizations.
Assist with conducting field work activities in the New York Bight including:
Deploying/recovering acoustic units
Gather data on vessel surveys; maintain all appropriate field equipment.
Contribute to analyses and/or approaches for marine mammal science and conservation.
Assist with the management of acoustic data and data collected during field work activities in the New York Bight including sightings and behavioral data, photo ID catalogs and genetic and tag data.
Maintain data quality standards and backups of all field-collected and acoustic data.
Contribute to report writing for major donors.
Contribute to and/or design an independent research project of interest, providing that the work aligns with one of the Ocean Giant Programs project objectives, with the expectation that it would result in a peer-reviewed publication.
Advance policy, education, and advocacy initiatives consistent with WCS’s mission and objectives.
Work on current or planned projects on ocean noise, eDNA, and the synthesis/integration of multiple types of data to support conservation and management outcomes.
Create and advance novel content on programmatic website whalesofnewyork.wcs.org (with Conservation Technology group) and related social media.

Qualification Requirements

Master’s degree or the equivalent in experience, in a field related to Marine Bioacoustics (candidates with both Biological Sciences and/or Engineering backgrounds are encouraged to apply).

The following experience is highly desirable but not essential to securing the position, providing the applicant demonstrates an ability to learn quickly and apply themselves to learning the skills listed below:

Working with large datasets of long-term acoustic data.
Familiarity with cetacean vocalizations.
Fluency in the use of Bioacoustics analysis software (e.g. Raven, Pamguard, Ishmael, etc.).
Programming skills for data analysis (e.g. in R or MATrix LABoratory (MATLAB) allowing development).
Automated detection of cetacean vocalizations in large datasets.
Field work skills and working in a productive and collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated proficiency in scientific writing that leads to peer-reviewed publications.
Classification of detected vocalizations to species or taxon group.
Characterization of ambient noise using established metrics and procedures.

Additional Requirements:

Expected travel on occasion to conferences and/or meetings with approval.
Flexibility to work across multiple time zones.
Participate in programmatic efforts with the New York Seascape/New York Aquarium/Species & Policy Teams for wider conservation research, policy, and outreach.

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

SRP is seeking a Environmental Compliance Engineer/Scientist in the Corporate Air Quality Services Department. Responsibilities include utilizing advanced air quality knowledge for preparing air quality permit applications and compliance related documentation. Candidate will help to ensure compliance with applicable air quality rules and regulations and stay abreast of environmental issues that may impact SRP operations.
What You’ll Do

Monitor, track, evaluate, and interpret new and existing environmental regulations and legislation. Prepare and issue regulatory interpretations and comments on legislation as necessary.
Provide regulatory assistance to power system environmental staff.
Prepare and submit air quality permit applications (e.g., Non-Title V, Title V, etc.), review draft permit and technical support documents and provide comments as necessary.
Review and/or prepare and submit air quality compliance related reports, notifications, filings to regulatory authorities as appropriate.
Review and/or prepare air emission inventories, excess emissions reports, deviation reports and other agency reports.
Assist with review and/or preparation of site quarterly, semi-annual, annual reports as necessary.
Prepare air permitting applicability determinations (e.g., Clean Air Act New Source Review program).
Interface directly with regulatory agencies as appropriate.
Communicate and interact with multiple internal SRP departments as needed to support project development, permitting and operation.
Provide technical guidance in interpreting and monitoring compliance with air quality regulatory requirements and industry guidelines.
Ability to interface with Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) Data Acquisition Handling System (DAHS) software. Experience with ESC StackVision software preferred.

Education
A bachelor’s degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
Experience

This position may be filled at one of three levels outlined below, based on the candidate’s relevant experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Level 1 – Associate: Requires up to two (2) years of relevant experience.
Level 2 – Journey: Requires a minimum of two (2) years and less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
Level 3 – Senior: Requires five (5) or more years of relevant experience. Eligibility for advancement (progression) to the next level in the same role is based on overall job performance, mastery of all functional responsibilities, and time in position, as assessed by the supervisor.

Job Description

Associate Climate and Energy Analyst will support the regulatory and climate strategy of the business, including supporting emerging regulatory and policy needs on a broad basis, developing quality data to support regulatory rate excellence with a focus on long-term data management/documentation, and undertaking cross-functional work to develop and maintain timely, accurate, and reproducible data and high-quality periodic reports that are relevant to internal and external stakeholders.

Primary Duties

• Monitor and research regulatory and policy developments on a broad range of utility topics, supporting cross-functional data-driven compliance, reporting, and filing requirements, with ultimate accountability for the veracity of all analysis produced.

• Prepare research and analysis that uses Company data that can be used in expert testimony, including support for policy/strategy objectives, with a particular emphasis on issues related to decarbonization and emissions.

• Analyze and monitor company data, support scenario modeling as well as evaluation of data that may be responsive to state and federal actions and orders, industry/technology developments, and peer company activities in a way that will position the Company to use a data-driven approach to strategic decisions and to respond to fast-moving business/regulatory demands.

• Build and maintain large data models based on both new and developed databases, as directed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business, Economics, Engineering or a related field.

Minimum of 2 years of experience

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience involving a combination of financial analysis, strategic scenario analysis, evaluation of climate or energy use issues, and/or strategy consulting is preferred

Skills & Abilities

Ability to work in a team, as well as independently, and a willingness to shift focus and activity to accomplish the departmental objective(s) with the highest priority.

Ability to analyze and solve narrowly defined business problems.

Strong quantitative analytical skills and attention to detail, with a growth mindset and effective communication skills to interpret results and translate them for various audiences.

Proficiency of Microsoft office tools – PowerPoint & Excel, computer programming such as Python, use of data tools such as R or Stata, and knowledge of business intelligence (BI) tools.

Proficiency with overlaying databases such as SQL or in Excel with geospatial mapping tools such as GIS or QGIS desired.

We offer a competitive salary range of $66,000 to $95,700 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Dudek is currently seeking full-time entry-level Biologists to join our biological resources team. The successful candidate will assist our team in conducting a variety of field surveys, primarily focused on biological resource field assessments and impact evaluations. Project work can occur throughout the state of California. Overnight and out-of-region travel may be necessary. This position will necessitate in-office and field-based work and may be based out of any of the following offices: Sacramento or Auburn

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Conducting a variety of general and focused biological resource field surveys and assessments;
Assisting with the preparation of biological reports and biological resource sections of environmental documents;

Minimum Requirements

Must have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience working in the environmental consulting, land use planning and/or resource/regulatory agency sector. Substantial academic research (e.g., senior thesis or joint publication with faculty), or biology-focused extracurricular involvement may be considered in lieu of one full year of professional experience;
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or related natural resources field;
Ability to conduct fieldwork in challenging terrain and challenging weather conditions;
Attention to detail;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong written and oral communication skills;
Familiarity with the ecology of California and environmental regulations;
Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with field identification of common and special-status wildlife and plant species endemic to California and the western U.S.
Project and task management skills: general logistics, budgeting, scheduling, team coordination, and client / contractor / stakeholder communication;
Familiarity with use of GPS field equipment, Esri Field Maps and Esri ArcGIS Survey123.

Compensation: $27.50-33.50/hourly*

*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

This position serves as the Division of Marine Fisheries Deputy Director, Fisheries Science and Management (FS/M) and reports to the Division Director. The Deputy Director provides operational leadership and management to the Fisheries Science, License and Statistics, Fishery Management and Policy sections in establishing and implementing division and program operational goals to allow the division to meet its mission of ensuring sustainable fisheries and habitats for the benefit and health of the people of North Carolina. The Deputy Director assists the Director in working with the Marine Fisheries Commission, other fisheries management councils and commissions, and other stakeholders external to the division in establishing fisheries management policy. The Deputy Director is assigned leadership roles for special projects as the Director deems necessary. The Deputy Director (FS/M) will work closely with the Division of Marine Fisheries Deputy Director, Operations to ensure that the overall DEQ and Division goals are met.

Key Responsibilities:
• Directs Section Chiefs to ensure accomplishment of DEQ and division goals and appropriate application of federal and state laws and regulations.
• Manage day-to-day operational priorities of the Secretary, Director, Legislative members, and public, progress toward longer term programmatic or management goals.
• Ensure budget and personnel issues are properly managed.
• Participate in the development, communication, and implementation of strategic and operational plans and procedures to guide staff in the applicable sections in the administration of all division programs.

Minimum Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive experience in environmental work including two years in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Recruitment Range: $75,925 – $109,394

The Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering (BEE) at Cornell University is one of the largest programs of its kind, with a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. It focuses on three core areas: education at undergraduate and graduate levels, research in biology and environmental challenges, and public outreach. Through these efforts, the department aims to advance knowledge and help society apply scientific solutions.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Syracuse, New York. This is a one-year term position, with additional one-year terms pending performance and funding. Core hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct environmental field sampling of streams and lakes following established protocols and QA requirements
Calibrate, maintain, and operate field sampling equipment (e.g., multiparameter sondes)
Collect, document, compile, and archive water quality, biological, and geospatial data
Maintain metadata and ensure proper data organization for reporting and analysis
Prepare GIS maps and data visualizations
Support data analysis related to environmental programs, including the Great Lakes Action Agenda
Assist with maintenance and organization of sampling equipment and storage areas
Support operation and upkeep of field vehicles, trailers, and boats
Assist in preparing written standard operating procedures
Provide logistical and operational support for field and laboratory activities
Collaborate with and support other Water Resource Management programs as needed

What We Need

A resume and cover letter are required for further consideration.

High school diploma with up to 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
Experience with ArcGIS, R (or similar programming tools), and GPS technology
Must have or be willing to obtain a valid boater’s certificate
Willingness and ability to travel throughout New York’s Great Lakes Basin, including occasional after-hours work
Knowledge of freshwater and shoreline ecosystem functions
Familiarity with New York’s Great Lakes watersheds and restoration strategies
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license and be approved to drive for university business
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow prescribed procedures
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and navigate uneven terrain
Ability to operate or learn to operate boats, trailers, and environmental sampling equipment
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs
Ability to foster inclusive and collaborative relationships with diverse groups of people

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you don’t.

Bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, natural resources management, or a related field
Experience using environmental monitoring instruments (e.g., multiparameter sondes, sensors)
Experience working with state or federal water quality programs
Experience with data visualization and/or geospatial analysis

Pay Range: $23.40 – $24.28/hr

The Southern Region of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU) is seeking an experienced Regional Biologist for south Louisiana. The biologist will work under the direction of the Manager of Conservation Programs for south Louisiana and become part of a team of biologists, engineers, and other professionals that are based out of Lafayette, Louisiana. The focus of this position will primarily be the enhancement and restoration of wetlands and associated habitats important to migrating waterfowl and other wetland dependent fish and wildlife species. This position will assist with implementing conservation projects on private and public lands in south Louisiana.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a natural resources field—an advanced degree is desired.
Applicants must also have at least five years of relevant experience and be knowledgeable about wetland and waterfowl ecology and management.
A strong background in ornithology with an emphasis on waterfowl and other wetland dependent birds is desired.
Experience in providing technical assistance to landowners on how to better manage wetlands for waterfowl is also desired.
Related experience in soil and water conservation as it pertains to rice agriculture is preferred but not necessary.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Proven proposal/grant writing skills, project management capabilities, and wetland restoration and enhancement experience are necessary.
Familiarity with the region’s biological resources, local and regional environmental issues, and private and public stakeholders is beneficial.
Applicants should be knowledgeable about state and federal wetland conservation programs, policies, and laws/regulations. Examples include (but are not limited to) the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act, RESTORE Act, National Environmental Policy Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Louisiana Coastal Zone Management Program.
Duties and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter adept at finding, initiating, managing, and delivering wetland enhancement, restoration, acquisition, and protection projects with a focus on DU priority areas in south Louisiana.
This position will be responsible for project initiation and management.
Project initiation duties include identifying potential projects, developing/maintaining relationships with public and private partners, and obtaining funding from a wide variety of sources for project work. This also includes writing and submitting proposals to various agencies, foundations, and other funding sources to secure project funds.
Project management and delivery duties include coordinating with agency partners and other stakeholder groups, DU engineering staff, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of projects.
This position will be responsible for developing project agreements, drafting reports, managing project budgets, providing technical assistance, and data entry.
Candidate must also assist with fundraising and outreach events, represent DU at wetland conservation venues/events, and help with other conservation activities.
Candidate would be required to establish and maintain relationships with key DU volunteers and development staff and provide DU management with timely communication on project work/issues.
Finally, candidate will assist communication staff with developing articles to promote and describe DU projects.
This position is a combination of office and field work. Types of duties vary depending on scheduling, seasonal priorities, and other factors.

As a Wetland Scientist at LIVIC Civil, you’ll play a critical role. This person will be a self-motivated, professional who can confidently work with a variety of people from different backgrounds within the Civil Engineering field. We’re looking for an organized, proactive individual who is a quick study and can communicate effectively, manage shifting priorities, and tackle complex challenges. Someone who is proactive, curious and willing to experiment with emerging tools and technologies to enhance our business and project workflow efficiencies while we aim to develop you professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

Wetland delineation field work and technical report writing.
Lead and direct wetland and stream delineation fieldwork and reporting
Conduct wetland delineations, stream assessments, and floristic inventories
Support preparation of Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401/404 permit applications
Assist with mitigation design, monitoring and habitat assessments
Collaborate with project teams and agencies to support environmental compliance
Soils assessment as part of the wetland delineation field data collection activities.
Collect, record, manage, and analyze geospatial data using Trimble and ESRI products.
Coordinating and meeting with regulatory agency staff.
Preparing and submitting threatened & endangered species consultations with regulatory agencies.
Apply situational awareness to mitigate in-field risks and ensure compliance with industry standards and client-specific safety requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

o Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related degree.

Ability to read blueprints and job-related documents

o Prior experience with identification of flora and fauna native to the Northeast.

Competency in general MS Office applications (Word, Excel) required.
Ability to conduct field work for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather and travel out of town to complete projects as needed.
Strong technical report writing skills, and flexibility to work in both group and one-on-one environments.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and a desire to learn.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred:

o Five to Seven (5-7) years of field experience is preferred, with at least one (1) year in a lead role, performing wetland delineations in the Pennsylvania region, including previous experience following the USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual, the Eastern Mountains & Piedmont Regional Supplement, and the Northcentral & Northeast Regional Supplement.

Certified Wetland Delineator and ability to become a Professional Wetland Scientist.
Experience with USACE Atypical and Problem Wetland Areas methodology is preferred.
Familiarity using Trimble and ESRI products.
Travel to other offices as needed.