Job Description
Operating Title
Research Scientist I
Long Classification Title
Research Scientist I
Campus Location
Durham
Department
UNH Earth Systems Research Centers
Summary of Position
Under the supervision of Scott Ollinger, the Research Scientist I is to conduct research on forest carbon and nitrogen cycling using eddy covariance, remote sensing, and computational modeling.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Master's
Acceptable minimum years of experience
2 years
Additional Job Information
UNH is a federal contractor within the meaning of the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This position may require that you be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the future unless you apply for and receive a religious or medical exemption. You may not test out of this requirement.
Posting Number
PS3897FY22
Other minimum qualifications
An MS degree in Natural Resources, plant physiology or related discipline plus 2 years experience with eddy covariance instruments and remote sensing data analysis involving lidar and optical sensors; ability to climb towers and work at heights of over 100 feet; in-depth knowledge of northeastern U.S. forest ecosystems (including tree physiology and structure, nutrient and water cycling, interactions between forests and the surrounding physical environment); ability to operate articulating boom lifts for work in forest canopies; experience and safety training for tree foliage sampling using 12 gage shotguns; advanced skills with remote sensing and image analysis; experience working with computer models that simulate forest ecosystem processes; ability to develop and implement code in R and Python and to learn new programming languages as appropriate. Strong written and verbal communication skills are also a must.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/54612Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.00
Grade
17
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
Posting Date
03/21/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Closing Date
03/31/2023
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No
Job Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type
Grant Funded
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Duty/Responsibility
Organize and implement field and lab measurements.
Duty/Responsibility
Conduct data analysis and prepare data sets for data analysis, archiving and distribution.
Duty/Responsibility
Prepare manuscripts and see them through to publication.
Duty/Responsibility
Oversee laboratory spaces and infrastructure. Maintain and repair environmental sensors.
Duty/Responsibility
Assist with, and in some cases lead, the development and submission of research proposals.
Prepare and submit progress reports.
Duty/Responsibility
Supervise lab staff members and supports other staff/students in their work.
Duty/Responsibility
Present results at local and national meetings and conferences.
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