JOB DESCRIPTION

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Postdoctoral Health Analytics Scientist will work as part of the Global Science Team for The Nature Conservancy (TNC). They provide technical and scientific support for The Nature Conservancy’s One Conservancy Science Plan, which is investing in science across the organization to achieve TNC’s 2030 Goals for people and nature. This position will be focused on health sciences, helping to advance the work of the organization’s Planetary and Human Health Initiative.

This position will report to the Planetary Health Scientist and will sit on the Human Dimensions Science team (one of the 6 Science lines in the Global Science team). The Postdoctoral Fellow will analyze health impacts of nature-based solutions, informing the development of new methodologies and supporting study design and analytics work under a range of projects (e.g. on health dimensions of urban greening, restoration, regenerative agriculture, natural climate solutions, and watershed conservation).

This is a two-year term limited position with the possibility of a one- or two-year extension based on performance, deliverables, and funding opportunities. A competitive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role, committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. The location for this position is flexible to all locations where The Nature Conservancy is registered to do business. Specific salary ranges will vary depending on the location of the selected candidate.

We’re Looking for You:

The Postdoctoral Health Analytics Scientist reviews and synthesizes scientific literature to guide understanding that can inform conservation action related to TNC’s 2030 Goals including people, global climate change and biodiversity, with a focus on connections to health. They analyze data, develop research methodologies, design and conduct studies, write reports and peer reviewed articles and develop proposals to support conservation efforts that are health-positive. The Postdoctoral Health Analytics Scientist designs empirical strategies, identifies data protocols to test hypotheses, evaluates outcomes, and contributes to the development of new theories of change related to the testing, validating, and scaling of nature-based solutions and ecosystem services for health. They may provide quantitative research support to other Human Dimensions Science projects, administer and coordinate conservation activities, and undertake project management in order to inform programs within the Global Science business unit and scientific research. They also contribute to grant writing and other fundraising activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Review, draw methodological insights from and synthesize relevant scientific literature.
• Manage and analyze data and write up findings for peer-reviewed publications.
• Design experiments and collect data.
• Develop visualizations for communicating research results.
• Deliver tools, data, analytical support, field services and training to staff and partners.
• Contribute to grant writing and other fundraising efforts.
• Work collaboratively though influence and building professional relationships.
• Undertake internal partnerships and collaborations to support above functions and responsibilities.
• May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.

What You’ll Bring:

• Ph.D. in a health-related or natural or social science discipline with mixed methods skills, awarded by start of the position (and no longer than 4 years prior) and at least 1 to 2 years of related experience.
• Experience and interest in interdisciplinary research on topics including health-related ecosystem services, health geography, and/or epidemiological analyses related to climate/biodiversity and health connections.
• Experience reviewing and synthesizing relevant scientific literature.
• Experience collecting, manipulating, analyzing and interpreting scientific data.
• Experience preparing reports of findings for peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience with grant writing or other fundraising efforts.
• Strong writing and communication skills in English.
• Record of peer reviewed publications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience sourcing and analyzing health and exposure information (e.g., via clinical records, population-based household surveys, surveillance studies) using secondary or primary data.
• Experience integrating and analyzing health, ecological, and spatial data.
• Experience managing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data with Google Earth Engine, ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar programs, using languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with qualitative comparative analysis.
• Experience with sampling strategies and developing data collection instruments.
• Experience working with and integrating health and environment data.
• Familiarity with demographic and socio-economic data sets.
• Experience that demonstrates attention to detail.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple interests and disciplines, including non-scientists.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Experience working with diverse groups of staff and partners.
• Academic, in-service, or lived experience with traditional health knowledge, One Health, Planetary Health or related holistic approaches would be an asset.

Salary Information:

This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $58,820 and $88,145 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate’s qualifications, specific skills, and experience.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy”s background screening process.

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