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The Conservation Research Center of Teton Science Schools seeks a full-time (12 month) Ecology Research Faculty to coordinate all aspects of Teton Science Schools’ applied wildlife research program. Ph.D. in ecology or related field required. Successful applicant must be eligible for adjunct status with the University of Wyoming.
Salary and compensation:
Commensurate with experience
Preferred start date:
July 1, 2012
Conservation Research Center Job Duties:
The Ecology Research Faculty will be responsible for management and direction of the Conservation Research Center’s (CRC) ecology research program. Duties will include study design, data analysis, publication, program funding, partnership development and occasional field data collection. The successful applicant will lead existing CRC research projects, while also developing original research that is coordinated with other Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem partners and research affiliates (including the University of Wyoming). New projects will be consistent with the CRC research program strategic plan. The position requires close collaboration with project partners such as government agencies, academia, non-profits, community members and private donors to ensure that research goals are achieved. Additional position duties include project administration, employee supervision, budget management and strategic planning. Limited teaching may be required.
Applicants must have previous experience in all aspects of applied wildlife research.
Specific responsibilities:
• Research project planning, organization, management and logistics
• Study design
• Data management and analyses
• Manuscript and report preparation
• Research program funding through competitive grants and private donations
• Partnership development and stewardship
• Strategic planning
• Project initiation
• Research project permitting
• Field data collection, as needed
• Research program employee supervision
• Budget management – in cooperation with CRC Director
• Educational outreach – in cooperation with TSS Research & Stewardship Coordinator
Conservation Research Center Background:
Teton Science Schools’ Conservation Research Center was formed in response to the growing need in Jackson Hole and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem for responsible conservation and land stewardship. We seek a reasonable balance between wildlife and people to develop resource management strategies and models that other western communities and managers can follow.
The CRC research program examines and monitors ecosystem responses to change. Our research provides insight into the complex ways that animals, plant communities and landscapes are affected by human uses in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. We focus our research on two areas – the effects of climate change and the effects of land use conversion on wildlife. Our research initiatives include strong education and outreach components designed to engage students, end-users and the general public in our work.
Employer Summary:
Teton Science Schools were founded in 1967. Since that time the schools have been educating, training and inspiring students of all ages, achieving the mission of connecting people, nature, place and education. The schools enjoy a reputation as an innovative environmental education center, and the programs serve as models worldwide. Teton Science Schools’ Kelly Campus in Grand Teton National Park serves as home for the Graduate Student Program and a selection of residential education programs for youth, while the new nearly 900-acre Jackson Campus is home to the Pre-K through 12th grade Journeys School, the Teacher Learning Center, the Conservation Research Center and an array of residential education programs for school groups, families and elders. Teton Science Schools’ Wildlife Expeditions offers responsible year-round wildlife observation and natural history explorations throughout Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. http://www.tetonscience.org
To apply:
Email cover letter, resume and application to employment@tetonscience.org. The subject line of the e-mail must state "Ecology Research Faculty”. Click here for a Teton Science Schools’ Employment Application.
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