Job posting: Lead technician monitoring water quality responses to prescribed fire in Southern Sierra Nevada - Univ of New Mexico
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David K
Jul 8, 2024, 9:13:46 PM (7 days ago) Jul 8
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Position Overview
The Webster Watershed Resilience Lab (http://alexjwebster.weebly.com/) and Hurteau Earth Systems Ecology Lab (http://www.hurteaulab.org/) at the University of New Mexico jointly seek applications for a Research Scientist 2 position. The position will be focused on a new project studying the impact of prescribed fire on water quality in headwater watersheds in the southern Sierra Nevada (CA). We are looking for a motivated and organized person with a background in forest ecology, biogeochemistry, and/or watershed science to join our team. Applications are due July 15 for best consideration.
Duties include (1) leading summer field campaigns at the Teakettle Experimental Forest, including water sampling, off-trail hiking, maintaining automated water quality samplers (ISCOs), taking stream discharge measurements, conducting fuel surveys, and supervising one seasonal technician who will assist work (~50% of time); (2) running analytical equipment to analyze water sample chemistry, managing data, and maintaining lab and project organization in the Webster Lab at the University of New Mexico (~30% of time); (3) contributing to data analysis, project reporting requirements, and manuscript preparation (~10% of time); (4) assisting other research in the Webster and Hurteau Labs (~10% of time).
This position will be based at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM (see http://alexjwebster.weebly.com/join-us.html for more information). The successful applicant will be based in Albuquerque approximately October-April, and in the Teakettle Experimental Forest approximately May-September of 2025 and 2026. The Teakettle Experimental Forest is located in the southern Sierra Nevada, California at ~7000 feet elevation. While working in the field this individual will have access to a facility with a kitchen and bathrooms but will be sleeping in a tent. Teakettle is a 45-minute drive from the nearest town and is off-grid, but does have solar power and running water. A robust community of researchers are present at the field station throughout the summer months, and the location provides easy access to recreation in the southern high Sierras.
The preferred start date is August 15, 2024. The successful applicant will be hired on a one-year contract with the expectation of renewal for two additional years pending satisfactory performance. Options to pursue a masters degree in Biology or Water Resources while working are possible for exceptional candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Degree in biological sciences, geosciences, hydrology, water resources, or closely related field
2. Previous experience conducting field work in one of the above fields
3. Previous experience with analytical chemistry
Preferred Qualifications
1. Masters in biological sciences, geosciences, hydrology, water resources, or closely related field
2. Experience with environmental sensors and instruments
3. Experience with conducting forest fuel surveys
4. Extensive experience with analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation
5. Experience with command line analysis in R or Python
6. Excellent English verbal communication skills
Candidates will be evaluated on candidate research experience and communication skills, as evidenced by (i) a resume or CV and cover letter, (ii) references, and (iii) interview by videoconference.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Alex Webster with a CV or resume, a description of your interest, and any questions about the position prior to completing the online application. A complete application, due July 15, will require the following:
1. Online application on UNMJobs (NOTE THAT THE BEST CONSIDERATION AND START DATES ARE INCORRECT IN THE UNMJOBS POST): https://unm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/18/home/requisition/29808?c=unm
2. Cover letter clearly stating the following:
a. A brief overview of degree work and general research interests
b. A statement of experience with the types of field and lab work mentioned in the qualifications, with clear evidence provided when either required or preferred qualifications are met by the candidate work history
c. A brief statement about previous field experience, including living and working conditions (e.g. remote site, camping, etc.)
3. Curriculum vitae or resume with complete background/work history
Review of applications will begin on July 16 and will continue until a qualified applicant pool has been identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Alex Webster
aweb...@unm.edu
Advertised Salary Range
This is a Grade 12, FSLA-Exempt position
$43,000 - 50,000 based on qualifications and experience
The Webster Watershed Resilience Lab (http://alexjwebster.weebly.com/) and Hurteau Earth Systems Ecology Lab (http://www.hurteaulab.org/) at the University of New Mexico jointly seek applications for a Research Scientist 2 position. The position will be focused on a new project studying the impact of prescribed fire on water quality in headwater watersheds in the southern Sierra Nevada (CA). We are looking for a motivated and organized person with a background in forest ecology, biogeochemistry, and/or watershed science to join our team. Applications are due July 15 for best consideration.
Duties include (1) leading summer field campaigns at the Teakettle Experimental Forest, including water sampling, off-trail hiking, maintaining automated water quality samplers (ISCOs), taking stream discharge measurements, conducting fuel surveys, and supervising one seasonal technician who will assist work (~50% of time); (2) running analytical equipment to analyze water sample chemistry, managing data, and maintaining lab and project organization in the Webster Lab at the University of New Mexico (~30% of time); (3) contributing to data analysis, project reporting requirements, and manuscript preparation (~10% of time); (4) assisting other research in the Webster and Hurteau Labs (~10% of time).
This position will be based at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM (see http://alexjwebster.weebly.com/join-us.html for more information). The successful applicant will be based in Albuquerque approximately October-April, and in the Teakettle Experimental Forest approximately May-September of 2025 and 2026. The Teakettle Experimental Forest is located in the southern Sierra Nevada, California at ~7000 feet elevation. While working in the field this individual will have access to a facility with a kitchen and bathrooms but will be sleeping in a tent. Teakettle is a 45-minute drive from the nearest town and is off-grid, but does have solar power and running water. A robust community of researchers are present at the field station throughout the summer months, and the location provides easy access to recreation in the southern high Sierras.
The preferred start date is August 15, 2024. The successful applicant will be hired on a one-year contract with the expectation of renewal for two additional years pending satisfactory performance. Options to pursue a masters degree in Biology or Water Resources while working are possible for exceptional candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Degree in biological sciences, geosciences, hydrology, water resources, or closely related field
2. Previous experience conducting field work in one of the above fields
3. Previous experience with analytical chemistry
Preferred Qualifications
1. Masters in biological sciences, geosciences, hydrology, water resources, or closely related field
2. Experience with environmental sensors and instruments
3. Experience with conducting forest fuel surveys
4. Extensive experience with analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation
5. Experience with command line analysis in R or Python
6. Excellent English verbal communication skills
Candidates will be evaluated on candidate research experience and communication skills, as evidenced by (i) a resume or CV and cover letter, (ii) references, and (iii) interview by videoconference.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Alex Webster with a CV or resume, a description of your interest, and any questions about the position prior to completing the online application. A complete application, due July 15, will require the following:
1. Online application on UNMJobs (NOTE THAT THE BEST CONSIDERATION AND START DATES ARE INCORRECT IN THE UNMJOBS POST): https://unm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/18/home/requisition/29808?c=unm
2. Cover letter clearly stating the following:
a. A brief overview of degree work and general research interests
b. A statement of experience with the types of field and lab work mentioned in the qualifications, with clear evidence provided when either required or preferred qualifications are met by the candidate work history
c. A brief statement about previous field experience, including living and working conditions (e.g. remote site, camping, etc.)
3. Curriculum vitae or resume with complete background/work history
Review of applications will begin on July 16 and will continue until a qualified applicant pool has been identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Alex Webster
aweb...@unm.edu
Advertised Salary Range
This is a Grade 12, FSLA-Exempt position
$43,000 - 50,000 based on qualifications and experience
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