Environmental Research Scientist

Teatown Lake Reservation

Job Description

Title: Environmental Research Scientist

Summary of Position:  In collaboration with others, conducts ecological research and monitoring on Teatown’s preserve, assists with data analysis and application of results, and engages in grant application and fulfillment.

Reporting To:  Senior Science Advisor

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts ecological research and monitoring on Teatown’s 1,000-acre preserve to help inform the organization’s ecological stewardship and management approaches as well as contribute to the regional ecological knowledge base
• Identifies suitable grant opportunities to help fund Teatown’s scientific research and management priorities
• Assists with grant processes from identification, application, and required follow ups in partnership with the Senior Science Advisor and Teatown’s grants consultant
• Leads volunteers and manages interns to increase research and citizen science capacity
• Leads or assists in teaching and mentoring activities, including the Teatown Environmental Science Academy (TESA) for high school students
• Represents Teatown at regional partnerships, including the Environmental Management and Monitoring Alliance (EMMA) and the Lower Hudson Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM)
• Communicates and coordinates with other staff about ongoing science research and monitoring on the preserve
• Participates in public presentations, panels, and professional development
• Writes management plans and reports
• Other related duties as needed

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in the field of ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management, environmental science, or related field (PhD preferred)
• Demonstrated proficiency with environmental/ecological research including study design, data collection and analysis, and written and oral presentation
• Experience with land management planning aligned with biological conservation goals
• Familiarity with terrestrial and aquatic systems, especially northeastern US woodland ecosystems and early successional habitats
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with GIS
• Ability to work independently as well as in groups
• Experience working with students and the public

This is a full-time salaried position with a regular work week of Monday-Friday, 7 hours a day, with weekend and evening work required on occasion. Benefits include health, vision, dental, and life insurance as well as a 403(b)-retirement plan.