[RWG] JOB OPPORTUNITY: Full-time Technician – Aridland Restoration Ecology (NV) (2/25/2019)

[Prescott, Leah]

Full-time Technician – Aridland Restoration Ecology



*Deadline: February 25, 2019



*Overview: The Newingham Aridland Ecology Lab is seeking a full-time
technician to assist with research related to the restoration of aridland
ecosystems. Our lab evaluates the effects of fire, climate change, and
invasive species on plant and soil properties, as well as how restoration
affects ecosystem recovery. We work closely with universities, state, and
federal agencies to address natural resource issues and land management.
The candidate will work with the USDA Agricultural Research Service and
University of Nevada, Reno. The position is based in Reno, NV, with a
preferred start date in April 2019 continuing for one year or more pending
funding.



*Position: Full-time Technician – Aridland Restoration Ecology



*Location: Reno, NV


*Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and includes health
insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits.

*Who may apply: Open to the public, BS degree in biology, ecology, natural
resources, or closely related field. MS degree is preferred. At least four
years of field ecology research experience



Please send a resume, list of four references, unofficial transcript(s),
and a letter detailing your skills, experience, and/or interest to Dr. Beth
Newingham at beth.newingham at ars.usda.gov and bnewingham at unr.edu. Review of
applications will commence February 25, 2019 and remain open until the
position is filled. Please contact Dr. Newingham with any questions.



***More Details:



Studies include:



·         Effects of post-fire rehabilitation treatments on plants,
biological soil crust, and soil properties.



·         Climate effects on plant invasions and reestablishing native
plants after fire.



·         Evaluating how grazing after fire affects plant recovery and
rehabilitation treatments.



·         Quantifying post-fire wind erosion and interactions with
post-fire rehabilitation treatments.



·         Restoring native habitat for endangered plants and wildlife after
annual grass invasion.



Job duties include:



·         Oversee project management and personnel; coordinate activities
with others in lab and collaborators.



·         Conduct ecological research by contributing to research design,
establishing experiments, collecting data, and reporting results.



·         Lead field crews and work in collaboration with graduate students
and technicians.



·         Data entry, management, and analysis; participate in scientific
conferences; write scientific documents.



·         Assist with hiring technicians, purchasing, and budget management.



·         Conduct field research in remote and primitive areas under
strenuous physical and climatological situations.



·         Interact with scientists and land managers from state and federal
agencies, such as the US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Nevada
Department of Wildlife, University of Nevada Reno, and other universities.



Minimum Qualifications



·      Education: BS degree in biology, ecology, natural resources, or
closely related field. MS degree is preferred.



·      At least four years of field ecology research experience.



·      Previous experience with soil, plant, and/or insect sampling and
sample analysis. Plant identification skills required; experience with soil
sampling and micrometeorological equipment preferred.



·      Strong knowledge of field plot establishment, monitoring and
experimental design.



·      Experience with field and laboratory safety protocol and procedures,
including basic analytical chemistry skills; maintaining and
troubleshooting equipment.



·      Experience with data management, graphing, and statistical analysis.
Ability to use Excel, as well as other graphing and statistical software
packages, such as R.



·      Experience using GPS and GIS to locate and establish field plots.



·      Ability to contribute to written reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts,
and give presentations at scientific conferences.



·      Willingness and ability to camp and work in varied field conditions
possibly for extended periods that may involve: 1) off-road hiking up and
down hills, 2) carrying loads up to 30 lbs, and 3) withstanding periods of
inclement weather during all seasons.



·      Possess a valid driver’s license and experience operating 4WD
vehicles.



·      Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a group.



·      Supervisory experience, including leading field crews.



·      Ability to communicate with stakeholders and collaborators.


-- 
Leah Prescott
Seeds of Success
National Collection Curator (Contractor)
202-912-7232

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