Biology Opportunities

Grand Teton Branch of Vegetation Ecology and Management anticipates hiring 11-15 plant-focused biological science technicians. Positions are open TODAY through 10/12 or until they get 750 applications! So please apply ASAP. Read the job postings carefully, all the info needed to apply is on the webpage. Resumes are currently limited to two pages. Applicants can also apply to multiple parks at once – just check the boxes for the other locations you’re interested in.

The University of Georgia’s Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) and Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources are seeking a Research Technician (BS) and Research Professional (MS) to support research in forest ecosystem ecology, ecophysiology, ecohydrology, phytoremediation, fire ecology, and biogeochemistry at SREL located in Aiken, SC.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• assistance with the oversight and collection of data;
• general lab and field experiment organization and maintenance;
• data management, analysis, and manuscript preparation support; and
• assistance with other assigned tasks, including coordination of technicians, students, and collaborating scientists.

The Technical Assistance Provider (TAP) position exists to provide farmers with the resources they need to implement conservation practices that help farmers grow a thriving business and a healthy farm ecosystem. The technical assistance needed will vary by farm and by practice. TAPs will guide farmers through tailored enrollment processes, leading to services and support focusing on conservation practice installation. Other forms of support will be available to farmers including market development, training and education, on-farm research support, networking, and other pathways to accessing or expanding markets and will be provided by Pasa or a contractor of the farmer’s choosing. This position will be supervised by the Associate Director of Conservation Technical Assistance. This is a primarily remote, field-based position with seasonally fluctuating farm site visits, some in-person workdays, travel for approved professional development opportunities, and 2-3 annual in-person staff retreats. All employees are required to attend our annual Sustainable Agriculture Conference, held each February in Lancaster, PA. Residence within one hour of the following locations is required: Springfield, Massachusetts and Philadelphia, PA. Pasa does not provide relocation support. If hired, employees have 3 months to relocate. Employees must comply with Pasa’s remote employee policies.

Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), with a mission to preserve and protect Minnesota’s environment and strengthen communities. MN GreenCorps members serve full-time at local governments, tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions throughout the state. Members address critical environmental issues and help communities build resiliency while gaining green job skills and networking with environmental professionals. The Minnesota GreenCorps program anticipates engaging up to 58 members in the 11-month service term.

The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at Clemson University is seeking a highly motivated Wildlife Biologist with a passion for wetland ecology, management, and outreach. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to and manage an ongoing research project within an altered salt marsh proposed for restoration. The candidate will work both independently and collaboratively to establish and conduct biological, hydrological, and edaphic surveys within the proposed restoration site and adjacent reference marsh. This project will involve periodic, intense fieldwork in salt marsh systems. The candidate should be comfortable with collecting accurate data while maintaining safety, navigating tidal marshes, working in the heat, and dealing with biting insects, as well as potentially dangerous reptiles (alligators and venomous snakes).

The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center is seeking a Biological Technician – Marine Biologist to assist with the implementation of standardised field-based surveys of soft-sediment benthic invertebrate communities in Chesapeake Bay. In addition to field work, the employee will assist with processing sediment samples in the laboratory for genetic and taxonomic identification of marine and estuarine invertebrates. This research aims to characterise benthic communities in Chesapeake Bay, including tidal portions of Chesapeake Bay estuaries, and evaluate status and trends in benthic community composition and structure across sites, including effects of non-native species on overall patterns. In addition to this project, the employee will work with other teams across multiple concurrent research projects in the Marine Invasions Research Laboratory at SERC.

Osa Conservation (OC) works to protect and restore one of the most biologically intense places on Earth — the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica. Our work integrates science, ecosystem restoration, community engagement, and education to ensure long-term biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. Our multidisciplinary team of approximately ~90 staff members works across terrestrial and marine ecosystems to generate science-based solutions that protect biodiversity while supporting local livelihoods. The Wildlife Program focuses on addressing major threats to biodiversity, including gaps in ecological knowledge, habitat fragmentation, and climate change. Through landscape-scale monitoring, restoration science, and participatory conservation approaches, the program generates scientific evidence to guide conservation actions across the Osa Peninsula and beyond.

The Savanna Institute invites applications for a Summer Research Assistant to help with research and field work in agroforestry systems. Most work will occur in and around Spring Green, WI. They seek applicants who are passionate about ecological and equitable agriculture as a nature-based climate solution and who are motivated to widen the circle of who has the opportunity to inform, support, and benefit from its development. To that end, they seek a diversity of voices at the table and strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

The Arboretum is hiring Restoration Technicians this summer.  These positions help with native plant seed collection, invasive species control, trail maintenance and ecological restoration of the Arb prairies and woodlands (full-time, ten weeks of employment). These positions are great experience for anyone interested in field work in the sciences or a natural resources career path. Applications are open now and positions will be filled as qualified applicants are found. See the Arboretum web site for the application form.

EMSL is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Microbiology) in Beltsville, MD. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees.