Job Tag: Conservation

The Staff Scientist – Marine Conservation (Staff Scientist) is a key member of the Science and Evaluation team and, under the supervision of the Director, Fish and Wildlife Conservation, works to ensure that marine conservation efforts have a robust science foundation and are designed to achieve measurable conservation outcomes over time.

The Staff Scientist has subject matter expertise in marine ecology, coastal resilience, fisheries management, coral conservation, and marine species conservation including sea turtles and marine mammals. The Staff Scientist works with other members of the Science and Evaluation team to develop robust monitoring and evaluation approaches that support rigorous assessments of conservation impact. They are responsible for ensuring marine and coastal programs are science-based. The Staff Scientist will review requests for proposals (RFPs), select proposals that align with conservation outcomes, develop monitoring plans, provide technical assistance to programs and grantees as needed, review reports from grantees, and draft recommendations for staff and Board action. The Staff Scientist coordinates closely with the Director, Marine and Coastal Conservation, with the Science and Evaluation team and other Foundation staff. They are also responsible for other duties as assigned by the Director, Fish and Wildlife Conservation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide subject matter expertise for the Foundation on all aspects of marine and coastal conservation, including but not limited to fisheries management, coastal resilience, coral conservation, and marine species conservation.
Work with the marine and coastal program leads to ensure a rigorous scientific foundation of the design and implementation of marine and coastal conservation strategies at NFWF.
Work closely with the Coastal Resilience Staff Scientist to ensure that NFWF’s coastal resilience efforts have a robust science foundation and are designed to achieve measurable ecological and socio-economic outcomes that benefit natural and human communities.
Establish marine and coastal science-based program outcomes and approaches to monitoring, including measurable goals and objectives in coordination with the program leads and the Science and Evaluation team.
Work with the conservation program staff and partners to solicit, review and develop funding recommendations that align with the science-based outcomes and strategies of the program.
Prioritize, establish and maintain networks with the myriad organizations and interests engaged in marine and coastal science work.
Keep abreast of scientific and policy developments that may impact efforts to promote marine and coastal conservation.
Seek opportunities for information sharing among grantees, partner institutions and with policy makers about lessons learned and accomplishments of grant-funded projects.
Work with contractors to develop science and evaluation tools that can be used to prioritize conservation investments and track outcomes.
Work with marine and coastal program leads and members of the Science and Evaluation team to compile project metrics from grants to help populate scorecards and assess impact of programs.
Prepare briefing materials and recommendations to support decision making by the Foundation’s staff and Board.
Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of various descriptive and evaluative reports as directed.
Subject to programmatic objectives and budgetary considerations, propose and conduct site visits in accordance with Foundation policy.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recommend new processes where needed to improve existing processes.
Recommend and lead efforts to improve existing processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)

Master’s degree with 3+ years of program management experience in marine and coastal conservation (or a closely related field).
Experience working on marine species (fish, sea turtles, coral, and marine mammals being of particular interest), fisheries management, and/or nature-based solutions for coastal resilience. Experience liaising with coastal communities preferred.
Knowledge of marine and coastal habitats (e.g., sea grasses, mangrove forests, salt marshes, coral reefs), their value to society and threats that they face.
Experience conducting research as part of a multidisciplinary project or team.
Strong data management and analytical skills, including statistics and GIS, preferred.
Experience in building coalitions.
Demonstrated success program development.
Experience working with federal resource agencies, with experience managing cooperative agreements preferred.
Grants management and administration experience preferred.
Professionalism and leadership qualities.
Driven by a desire to meet and exceed goals.
Thrives in a rapidly changing environment.
Strong listening and communication skills.
Strong analytical and reasoning skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.
Computer proficiency. Experience using database software desirable.

Timmons Group is seeking an Environmental Bat Biologist for our Environmental Group located in our Richmond, VA office. The Bat Biologist will lead and conduct acoustic and/or mist-net surveys for bats, analyze and organize data and produce reports documenting findings. Once documentation is complete, the biologist will be responsible for any necessary coordination/authorization from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) an/or appropriate state agencies as it pertains to the overall project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Execution of field surveys and habitat assessments for a variety of species using multiple survey techniques.
Coordinating and leading survey teams.
Coordination and progress updates to clients.
Collecting, organizing, managing, and analyzing acoustic data, including but not limited to: noise removal, species identification, and activity index calculation.
Preparing progress and field assessment reports.
Writing technical reports for client and regulatory agency review
Processing acoustic files through automated software programs and other technical report writing.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related discipline
Must have at least three years of experience leading bat surveys (e.g., mist netting, acoustic monitoring, roost emergence counts, transportation structures surveys, capture and tracking surveys, and exclusion projects)
Possession of a valid scientific collecting permit to conduct surveys for federally listed bat species (Indiana, northern long-eared, and/or gray bats) or have the qualifications to be added to CEC’s federal bat permit;
Demonstrated experience with bat survey techniques, identification of habitat requirements, and identification of federally listed species
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in use of passive and handheld real-time bat detectors (e.g.: Echometer Touch), use of automated acoustic software, and visual identification of bat species by sonogram, particularly Myotid bats
Pre-exposure rabies vaccination preferred
Must have strong office and field skills, capable and willing to perform field tasks in all types of weather in often demanding outdoor conditions and terrain
Must possess strong verbal and technical writing skills, and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans
Must be willing to conduct season travel during the appropriate survey season windows.
This individual must be highly motivated, a self-starter; flexible, detail-oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm’s vision, mission and shared values.

At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of interdependence. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice – a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel injustice, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our future. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it.

Sierra Club has close to 800 staff across the country and a network of 64 local chapters that are led and fueled by thousands of volunteers. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with three labor unions representing more than half of our employees.

Scope: This position is integral to the continuing success of the chapter’s conservation campaigns, educational efforts, and fundraising programs. The Chapter Coordinator facilitates the daily administrative operations of the Chapter office, acting as an information center for the chapter members, chapter volunteers and the public. This role maintains the Chapter’s records, purchases, supplies and equipment to the best advantage of the Chapter; and provides support to the chapter director and all other staff, as well as volunteer leaders, including the chapter treasurer, Executive Committee, Conservation Committee, and regional groups’ education programs.

Job activities include but are not limited to the following.

Actively seeks to center Sierra Club values in the Chapter’s every day activities.
Administrative/Office Support, approximately 30% of time. Provides administrative support to ensure effective chapter office operation. Answers chapter email (and phone when in the office), and regular mail, incoming and outgoing, including certified, and forwards mail to the Chapter staff and volunteer leader. Maintains office and building calendars for meeting rooms, and Manages chapter office, oversees functioning of office equipment and computers, orders office supplies, updates/maintains postage supplies and expenditures, including the bulk mail account
Administrative Support for the Hikers Hut, approximately 15% time. Post calendar on SCLP website each month, respond to camper’s reservation requests and payments with tentative and final confirmations, follow up on non-paid reservations, liaison with County Park staff, and manage volunteer maintenance team, including purchasing supplies
Sierra Club Business, approximately 10% time. Purpose: Provides support for Loma Prieta Chapter activities and meetings. Works closely with the Executive Committee chair in the preparation of the monthly meeting agenda, including calls for input and pre-meeting email of the completed agenda to Chapter ExCom members and guests, updates and maintains calendars of Chapter meetings and use of resources (Zoom conference line, office meeting space, adds events and meetings to Chapter online calendar), and provides point of contact for volunteer leader access to chapter resources
Fundraising and finances, approximately 25% time. Info gathering source for Development Coordinator and Chapter Treasurer. Process donations, prepare and deliver bank deposits and mail deposits to Sierra Club National, prepare monthly data for the Fundraising report (approx 2 hours per month), summarize monthly income and checking account activity for the development coordinator, reconcile monthly charge card accounts, prepare monthly reports for Treasurer (approx 3 hours per month), process outgoing funds, review monthly reconciliation of statements from National for reimbursed amounts, rack inventory and sales/give-away of calendars, and prepare yearly sales tax report for treasurer.
Membership, approximately 10% time. Purpose: Ensure timely member support information and provide a point of contact for chapter membership questions and offer general member support. Update membership records in Salesforce, respond to membership inquiries, provide updates and changes to National membership office.
Planning and execution of yearly “Guardians of Natureâ€ Benefit, approximately 10% time. Serve as Team lead for Benefit Silent Auction, including item procurement, website design for Silent Auction, facilitate online Silent Auction during the event, facilitate delivery of auction items after event, and provide contact point for venue, caterer and furniture rental.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies.

Proficient in paper and digital tools. You use or can learn Quickbooks, Salesforce, GSuite/Google Drive, email and video conferencing tools to perform the requirements of a hybrid workplace.
General office administration experience and established bookkeeping skills.
Superior Written Communication & Editorial Skills. Experienced in providing quality, coherent, and curated content across multiple platforms.
Ability to manage multiple important priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of effective, high touch contact for donor, volunteer and staff constituencies, and an unwavering customer service orientation.
Skill in using discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
Effective collaborator. A team player skilled in working with volunteers and staff in a collaborative, mutually supportive culture.
Committed to evolution. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
Uplifting and additive. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth, problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.

The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies.

Experience with Salesforce
Passion for environment, climate, and social justice issues
Demonstrated skills in event planning (virtual and in-person)
Excellent customer service skills to support inquiries to about chapter operations
Skill to welcome, train, and retain volunteers to support chapter functions

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $62,000 – $65,000.

Position Summary

Work on the Coral Conservation Program Team to achieve The Florida Aquarium’s mission to protect and restore our blue planet. The Senior Biologist is a working aquarist who oversees the daily activities of Biologists in their assigned areas and is responsible for the husbandry and propagation of the Program’s collection of Western Atlantic coral species and other marine invertebrates. Interface regularly with staff from partner organizations including the University of Florida, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and the Tampa Electric Company. Perform essential and secondary job functions in accordance with guidelines set and approved by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and other safety regulatory agencies.
Essential Position Functions

Responsible for the daily oversight of assigned areas and leading the daily activities of Biologists while serving as a supervisor, role model and mentor
Trains new employees to assure compliance with established standards and protocols
Assists with recruitment, evaluation and selection of new team members
Assures that animal food, maintenance equipment and supplies are ordered and stocked in appropriate amounts, given the needs of the facility and the availability of resources
Ensures high standards for animal care for the living coral collection along with Animal Health staff and the Director & Senior Scientist
Performs and supervises husbandry duties including but not limited to cleaning aquariums, performing water changes, maintaining life support systems, preparing food, feeding animals, and adjusting water quality parameters
Ensures accurate and detailed daily record keeping
Identifies and resolves issues with life support systems
Participates in the design and commissioning of new construction projects
Coordinates with research partners to meet project deliverables
Collects and organizes data required for permit reporting and research objectives
Assists with scientific writing including preparation of reports and scientific papers
Plans, organizes, and acts as scientific lead on fieldwork trips including outplanting of corals and coral gamete collection during spawning events
Participates in coral spawning and larval rearing activities, including night work and data collection and coral recruit care using microscopes
Works closely with Marine Operations to ensure safe and organized field work
Delivers extraordinary customer service to all CFC guests
Assures behavior consistently meets the FLAQ values of Respect, Trust and Excellence
Identifies and solves obstacles with projects and tasks in a team setting
Performs all other duties as assigned or required

Secondary Functions

Initiates and executes husbandry improvements and modifications independently
Initiates and executes tours, media, presentations and reports
Maintains tools and equipment necessary for the care of the collection
Represents the aquarium at selected professional development opportunities
Participates in meetings with curators, biologists and other aquarium departments
Oversees volunteers and interns

Education, Requirements, and Technical Skills

Minimum of 6 years of professional experience at a public aquarium or research laboratory, including direct responsibility for care of live coral aquaria. This experience should include an increasing degree of responsibility over time with a broad base of technical knowledge.
BS or higher degree in a biological science or related field
Strong understanding of life support systems and water quality parameters for marine invertebrates including stony corals, and the ability to recognize and troubleshoot problems
Knowledge of Animal Record Keeping systems (Tracks) preferred
Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
SCUBA certification required with ability to advance to Open Water Scientific Diver/Rescue Diver level within 6 months of hire; AAUS scientific diving experience preferred.
Previous experience with coral spawning or larval propagation strongly preferred
Must be willing and able to obtain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License
Flexibility in working weekends, evenings, and holidays

The Conservation Project Coordinator (CPC) supports administration of land use agreements aimed at protecting agricultural and natural resource values on lands conserved with a conservation agreement. This includes annual monitoring for compliance with terms of the conservation agreements, documenting, gathering data, creating and filing reports, responding to landowner questions related to their agreement, and building relationships with CE landowners. The CPC will work with the Conservation Program Director, Transaction Specialist, consultants, funders, and others to conduct due diligence, annual monitoring and reporting of each CE property, and support systems and services used in the monitoring and data gathering needed in this position. Under supervision, this person also provides administrative support to Solano Land Trust (SLT) committees responsible for reviewing land transactions and CE stewardship actions and will serve as a technical resource for other Solano Land Trust staff on land stewardship.

The Conservation Project Coordinator will be responsible for the following outcomes:

Timely and accurate conservation easement monitoring and related reporting
Current and up to date files and records as required by SLT policies and Land Trust Alliance Standards & Practices
Management of any applications or subscriptions used to monitor or gather data (GIS, ArcGIS, Landscape, etc.) for annual monitoring and general data use
Support of all phases of real estate transactions
Support of the Agricultural Conservation Easement and Agricultural Strategies committee meetings

Areas of Responsibility

Land Transaction and Stewardship Support:

Under the direction of the Conservation Program Director conduct annual conservation easement monitoring:

Notify and communicate with landowners
Review and evaluate easement documents
Inspect easement properties
Prepare and distribute monitoring reports
Identify follow-up items or compliance concerns
Maintain accurate and thorough monitoring records

Support administrative aspects of the Transactions Program under the direction of the Conservation Program Director:

Support the maintenance and record keeping of transaction, easement stewardship, and land management files for all new projects
Work with staff, volunteers, and outside contractors as necessary to ensure that all land conservation transactions are adequately documented, including written reports, GIS maps, photographs and other means, as needed
Contribute to periodic status reports for staff and Board
Contribute to the support of two Board committees
Have a working understanding of the Transactions Program budget
Assist as needed with the preparation of acquisition plans and strategies

Other Administrative and Organizational Support:

Assist with preparation of grant proposals
Support SLT fundraising and outreach events as needed
Work with staff to identify and cultivate potential donors
Represent SLT at meetings and conferences
Stay current with land conservation techniques and issues through conferences, training, attending public forums, and reading periodicals and other relevant documents
Foster effective relationships to enhance SLT’s mission
Build relationships with public and private landowners interested in permanent land protection
Build relationships with federal, state, and local funding organizations and private donors
Provide administrative and organizational support to other projects as requested
Periodically assist with renewal of Land Trust Alliance accreditation

Minimum Education, Skills, Experience

Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, public administration, business, or a related field AND at least 2 years of previous experience working in land conservation or real estate OR High School Diploma AND 5 years’ experience in real estate, title work, or legal assistant in land conservation or related field
Strong skills working with the GIS program, data gathering, and map creation, and the ability to work with or learn new technical applications and programs
Excellent interpersonal skills, specifically in communications (writing and verbal), the ability to understand a process and execute.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and stay organized, including being detail-oriented and able to multi-task
Strong oral and written communication, proven editing skills
Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Ability to hike for prolonged periods in rough terrain, endure stinging insects, heat and inclement weather, lift up to 10 lbs
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance; ability to operate a motor vehicle safely on and off road
High degree of personal integrity to maintain necessary confidentiality of land transactions and land use agreements.
Self-starter who works well in a collaborative setting

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (Alliance) is a regional nonprofit organization whose vision is clean streams and rivers flowing through resilient landscapes, cared for by the people who live, work, and play in the Chesapeake Bay watershed; and whose mission is to bring together communities, companies, and conservationists to improve our lands and waters. The Alliance was founded in 1971 and has offices in Annapolis, MD, Lancaster, PA, Washington, D.C., and Richmond, VA.
Job Description:

The DC Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant is a full-time entry level position that assists in the completion of various programmatic tasks, predominantly supporting the Alliance’s RiverSmart Homes projects in partnership with the DC Department of Energy and Environment. The successful candidate will actively engage with various stakeholders, work cooperatively with their team to complete field work, complete administrative responsibilities, and more.
Specific Duties of the Position:

Support review of green infrastructure project designs, associated application forms, and compiling and
updating spreadsheets and other paperwork.
Maintain data, tracking systems, and files related to projects.
Support homeowners with green infrastructure projects, including: timely communication, answering questions and providing relevant information, project tracking, facilitating site visits and appointments, and ensuring necessary site information is obtained.
Independently conduct field work in DC, including inspections and performing percolation tests.
Assist with various education and outreach efforts, including in-person as well as across various media outlets such as blog posts, newsletter articles, social media posts, and more.
Assist in the development of grant applications and partnerships that enable the Alliance to meet its Strategic Goals through the Green Infrastructure Program.
Participate in Alliance strategic planning efforts, internal committees, and problem-solving oriented teams as assigned. Contribute to the Alliance’s various Green Infrastructure Program team efforts.
Manage office administrative tasks and other tasks, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

One or more of the following:
Completion of a green infrastructure training certification program (such as NGICP or CBLP);
Experience in green infrastructure installation, landscaping, or green infrastructure / environmental education; or a
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, ecology, natural resources, conservation landscaping, or other relevant field.
Strong computer skills including ability to manage databases and tracking spreadsheets.
Ability to work in the field, lift 25 lbs, do some physical labor (such as digging for percolation tests), and use of a personal vehicle within and around DC. The Alliance provides travel expense reimbursement.
Basic understanding of residential green infrastructure stormwater best management practices.
Strong communications skills, internally as part of a team and also with external audiences.
Great time management skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
Problem-solver, objective decision maker.
Spanish Language proficiency is a plus.

If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications of this description, we encourage you to submit an application. The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay offers a family friendly, flexible work environment. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Alliance aspires to be an inclusive multicultural organization that celebrates the rich dimensions of diversity such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious and political beliefs. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion remain integral to our organizational structure, policies, board of directors, staff, strategic goals, grants, partnerships and program delivery. The Alliance believes a broad base of participation and partners reflecting all of society is needed to be successful in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed restoration effort. Visit www.allianceforthebay.org/DEI to learn more.

Supervision: The DC Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant reports directly to the Green Infrastructure Projects Manager.

Hours and Location: The DC Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant will be based at the Alliance’s Washington DC Office. This position requires travel, primarily to sites across the DC metro area. Some night and weekend work is required. Occasional travel throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed is needed at times. The position is full-time (40 hours per week). Some remote work options may be available.

Salary & Benefits: $40,000 – $45,000, commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits include: health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement fund, life insurance, professional development opportunities, vacation, sick, and holiday and other leave, and more.

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting experiments and supporting daily research operations of the Clay Lab including laboratory work and fieldwork. Job duties will include assistance with and maintenance of laboratory experiments including insect rearing, microcosms and mesocosms experiments in growth chambers or lab rearing facilities, processing and identification of insect samples, data collection and maintenance, insect collection curation, and fieldwork. Fieldwork may consist of hiking, operating utility task vehicles (UTVs), and driving four-wheel drive vehicles such as trucks through forests and forest dirt roads as research projects demand. This will include traveling to field sites and overnight stays and may include camping. Fieldwork may consist of insect trapping, leaf litter sampling, decomposition studies, tree felling and collection.

For fieldwork and laboratory work, the appointed individual will also be responsible for data collection and curation, data analysis and interpretation, and contribution to resulting reports to funding agencies, with opportunities to coauthor peer-reviewed publications as discussed with Dr. Natalie Clay. The appointed individual will also assist in the general lab management, which includes performing inventory, ordering supplies, providing support to graduate student and postdoctoral projects, training and compliance with lab safety and permit regulations.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification:

M.S. Degree in Biology, Forestry, Entomology, Environmental Science or related field; OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Forestry Entomology, Environmental Science or related field and at least three years of previous research experience in forest ecology and entomology including laboratory and fieldwork.

Required Skills:

Demonstrated laboratory research experience
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Meticulous organization and record-keeping skills
Demonstrated attention to detail
Proven ability to follow written protocols and adhere to safety regulations
Hold a valid driver’s license
Demonstrated fieldwork experience
Demonstrated ability to publish results in peer-reviewed journals
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Demonstrated time management skills
Demonstrated effective oral communication skills (e.g., oral presentations, outreach activities, education, etc.)

Preferred Skills:

Experience conducting decomposition studies
Ability to identify insects (e.g., training in Entomology)
Statistical analysis of data and ability to code in R
Previous experience in training and supervising students/hourly workers
Evidence of strong potential for managerial responsibilities
Previous experience conducting forestry-related research
Previous experience operating UTVs, chainsaws, and four-wheel drive vehicles
Experience conducting intensive fieldwork including multi-day travel and stay at field sites
Knowledge of forest soils
Ability to identify tree species and other plants

The Bronx River Alliance is proud to launch the 2023-2024 Academic Year Session of the EELS (Environmental Education and Leadership for Students) Internship! The mission of the EELS internship is to introduce students from environmental justice communities to careers in the environmental field. Fifteen students from New York City public high schools who have spent a summer engaging in introductory hands-on field work with Bronx River Alliance staff. During the academic year, the EELS Interns will work in small groups with mentors who are performing research centered around the Bronx River, or who would like to support student ideas for research topics. EELS Interns will support the mentor with field work and data collection, and the mentor will provide the interns with access to peer-reviewed articles and professional, specialized field experience. We are recruiting local research scientists who are currently planning on completing research in and around the Bronx River, who need the majority of their field work completed in Spring 2024.

We are seeking 3-4 mentors who specialize in Ecology, Urban Ecology, Environmental Science, Public Health, Geography, Marine Biology, or a related field and are able to guide and support a group of up to 5 students.

Time Period: February 24, 2024 – June 13, 2024 (more details below)

Mentors must be: (may be flexible, please contact with any questions)

Currently senior in an accredited college, enrolled in an accredited graduate or doctoral program, or working in the fields of Ecology, Urban Ecology, Environmental Science, Public Health, Geography, Marine Biology, or a related field.

Planning to work, or currently working on a research project in which the Bronx River is an essential focus. This includes but is not limited to research taking place in the Bronx River itself, the Bronx River Forest, the Bronx River Watershed, the Bronx River Greenway, or the Bronx River Foodway in Concrete Plant Park. Citywide studies are appropriate, provided the Bronx River is included in the study.

Capable of guiding a team of up to 5 high school students in research, field methods, and data collection.

Willing to share resources such as peer-reviewed articles for background research.

Assist in creating a final research poster to be completed in June 2024.

Available to commit to a Saturday morning (9:30AM – 1:30PM) schedule

from February 24 – June 1

poster presentation on June 13.

Mentors are expected to meet in-person on meeting days. The Fall semester, November – December, will include the students meeting and choosing their mentors, then engaging in background reading and discussion. Field research and data analysis will begin around March 2024.

For more detailed information about the schedule, please view Appendix A. Note that this calendar is subject to change.

Committed to keeping in touch with interns via e-mail during scheduled Winter and Spring breaks.

The time commitment is approximately 60 hours total for the Spring semester. Bronx River Alliance staff will handle administrative tasks and intern management. The mentor needs only to provide scientific resources and field work guidance/oversight.

A total honorarium of $1500 will be given to mentors.