Position Description:
The person(s) selected will assist with numerous projects including range, wildlife, and cover crop studies; however, each position will be assigned to a specific project and supervisor. Duties will focus on vegetation and soils data collection which includes but is not limited to, species composition, herbage production, soil health characteristics, livestock performance, and small mammal trapping. Additional responsibilities will include data entry and sample preparation in the laboratory. The position is a 40+ hours/week with the opportunity to work overtime. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including range science, forage agronomy and animal science. The station was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 400 to 425 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities:
A working knowledge of plant identification, with preference to those familiar with plant
communities of the Northern Great Plains
Capable of working outside and collecting field data with limited supervision
The ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions
Detail oriented; tolerance of repetitive work
Willing to trap small mammals and conduct mammal surveys (depending on position)
Experience with data management software, such as Microsoft Excel
Basic understanding of range ecology and range research to include disturbance ecology
associated with livestock grazing and prescribed fire is preferred
An understanding that field work will include exposure to livestock
Mature, responsible; the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Valid driver’s license
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and unofficial transcripts to Erin Gaugler via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Erin Gaugler.
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.424.3606
Email: erin.gaugler.2@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hrs/week
Duration: Summer
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Jan 29, 2020
Seasonal
Position Description:
The person(s) selected will assist with numerous projects including range, wildlife, and cover crop studies; however, each position will be assigned to a specific project and supervisor. Duties will focus on vegetation and soils data collection which includes but is not limited to, species composition, herbage production, soil health characteristics, livestock performance, and small mammal trapping. Additional responsibilities will include data entry and sample preparation in the laboratory. The position is a 40+ hours/week with the opportunity to work overtime. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including range science, forage agronomy and animal science. The station was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 400 to 425 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities:
A working knowledge of plant identification, with preference to those familiar with plant
communities of the Northern Great Plains
Capable of working outside and collecting field data with limited supervision
The ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions
Detail oriented; tolerance of repetitive work
Willing to trap small mammals and conduct mammal surveys (depending on position)
Experience with data management software, such as Microsoft Excel
Basic understanding of range ecology and range research to include disturbance ecology
associated with livestock grazing and prescribed fire is preferred
An understanding that field work will include exposure to livestock
Mature, responsible; the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Valid driver’s license
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and unofficial transcripts to Erin Gaugler via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Erin Gaugler.
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.424.3606
Email: erin.gaugler.2@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hrs/week
Duration: Summer
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Position Description:
The persons selected for this position will assist with numerous animal sciences research projects. Much of the duties will be designated to studies involving rangeland grazing, bale grazing, and corn residue grazing. These jobs will include but are not limited to, beef cattle handling, plot preparation, laboratory work including grinding samples and sample preparation for analysis, data entry, and collecting various samples such as rumen fluid, soil, forage, and cattle weights. This position is a 40+ hour/week position with the opportunity to work overtime with appropriate compensation. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including Range Science, Forage Agronomy and Animal Science. Central Grasslands Research Extension Center was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 450 to 500 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing and watersports, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities.
A working knowledge in beef cattle handling
Be capable of working outside, collecting data, and handling cattle in good and poor weather conditions
Enter data using excel and prepare samples for data enter; however, we are willing to train willing candidates.
Basic understanding of livestock husbandry
Ability to drive farm equipment, including ATV and tractor
Candidates must have the ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions including but not limited to high temperatures and precipitation.
Additionally, the candidate must have the ability and willingness to work both independently and as a member of a team. A team player is highly recommended.
Valid driver’s license is required for this position.
To apply
Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and official transcripts to Kevin Sedivec via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Kevin Sedivec, Search Committee Chair.
Kevin Sedivec
Interim Director, Extension Rangeland Specialist, and Professor
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.799.4689 or 701.424.3606
Email: kevin.sedivec@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hrs/week
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Duration: Summer
Jan 29, 2020
Seasonal
Position Description:
The persons selected for this position will assist with numerous animal sciences research projects. Much of the duties will be designated to studies involving rangeland grazing, bale grazing, and corn residue grazing. These jobs will include but are not limited to, beef cattle handling, plot preparation, laboratory work including grinding samples and sample preparation for analysis, data entry, and collecting various samples such as rumen fluid, soil, forage, and cattle weights. This position is a 40+ hour/week position with the opportunity to work overtime with appropriate compensation. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including Range Science, Forage Agronomy and Animal Science. Central Grasslands Research Extension Center was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 450 to 500 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing and watersports, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities.
A working knowledge in beef cattle handling
Be capable of working outside, collecting data, and handling cattle in good and poor weather conditions
Enter data using excel and prepare samples for data enter; however, we are willing to train willing candidates.
Basic understanding of livestock husbandry
Ability to drive farm equipment, including ATV and tractor
Candidates must have the ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions including but not limited to high temperatures and precipitation.
Additionally, the candidate must have the ability and willingness to work both independently and as a member of a team. A team player is highly recommended.
Valid driver’s license is required for this position.
To apply
Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and official transcripts to Kevin Sedivec via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Kevin Sedivec, Search Committee Chair.
Kevin Sedivec
Interim Director, Extension Rangeland Specialist, and Professor
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.799.4689 or 701.424.3606
Email: kevin.sedivec@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hrs/week
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Duration: Summer
Position Description:
These positions will assist with general farming and haying operations for the center, and data collection associated with forage studies. These positions will work on numerous forage research projects involving alfalfa studies and cover crop trials. This job will include but are not limited to, preparing fields for seeding and harvesting, all components of a haying operation, plot preparation, laboratory work and sample preparation for data entry. This position is a 40+ hour/week position with the opportunity to work overtime with appropriate compensation. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including Range Science, Forage Agronomy and Animal Science. Central Grasslands Research Extension Center was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) livestock reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 450 to 500 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing and watersports, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities.
A working knowledge of farming operations of the Northern Plains.
Be capable of working outside, capable of collecting data, and operating/maintaining equipment.
Experience driving tractors, skid steer, farming equipment, and haying equipment.
Basic understanding of putting up quality hay
Ability to drive ATV and tractor safely
Candidates must have the ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions including but not limited to high temperatures and precipitation.
Additionally, the candidate must have the ability and willingness to work both independently and as a member of a team. A team player is highly recommended.
Valid driver’s license is required for this position.
To apply
Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and official transcripts to Kevin Sedivec via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Kevin Sedivec, Search Committee Chair.
Kevin Sedivec
Interim Director, Extension Rangeland Specialist, and Professor
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.799.4689 or 701.424.3606
Email: kevin.sedivec@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hours/week
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Duration: Summer
Jan 29, 2020
Seasonal
Position Description:
These positions will assist with general farming and haying operations for the center, and data collection associated with forage studies. These positions will work on numerous forage research projects involving alfalfa studies and cover crop trials. This job will include but are not limited to, preparing fields for seeding and harvesting, all components of a haying operation, plot preparation, laboratory work and sample preparation for data entry. This position is a 40+ hour/week position with the opportunity to work overtime with appropriate compensation. Some night and weekend work may be required.
About Central Grasslands Research Extension Center:
Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including Range Science, Forage Agronomy and Animal Science. Central Grasslands Research Extension Center was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) livestock reproductive efficiency. To accomplish these objectives, the Center manages approximately 1300 beef animals yearly, including 450 to 500 breeding females. The land base for these operations includes 5335 acres, of which the majority is native and improved pasture.
The location of the Research Extension Center offers outstanding opportunities to enjoy a rural lifestyle in a supportive community environment. Outdoor recreational activities in this area include outstanding waterfowl and upland game hunting for sportsman, easy access to lakes for fishing and watersports, white-tailed deer hunting, and an excellent environment for bird watching, hiking, biking, and other activities.
Job Qualifications:
This includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities.
A working knowledge of farming operations of the Northern Plains.
Be capable of working outside, capable of collecting data, and operating/maintaining equipment.
Experience driving tractors, skid steer, farming equipment, and haying equipment.
Basic understanding of putting up quality hay
Ability to drive ATV and tractor safely
Candidates must have the ability to work through a variety of environmental conditions including but not limited to high temperatures and precipitation.
Additionally, the candidate must have the ability and willingness to work both independently and as a member of a team. A team player is highly recommended.
Valid driver’s license is required for this position.
To apply
Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and official transcripts to Kevin Sedivec via email or US Postal Service. For additional questions regarding the position please contact Kevin Sedivec, Search Committee Chair.
Kevin Sedivec
Interim Director, Extension Rangeland Specialist, and Professor
4824 48th Ave SE
Streeter, ND 58483
Phone: 701.799.4689 or 701.424.3606
Email: kevin.sedivec@ndsu.edu
Part/Full: 40+ hours/week
Benefits: Free housing and travel to and from the field
Duration: Summer
Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Portland, ME, USA
Researchers and educators at GMRI are currently accepting applications for a temporary, part-time Research Assistant (RA) to join GMRI’s Education department 15-20 hours per week from March 2020 through August 2020, with the possibility of extension.
GMRI and its research partners - Oregon State University (OSU) and TERC - are currently undertaking work to investigate the socio-cultural impact of GMRI’s longstanding informal science program, LabVenture, within and across Maine communities. Beginning March of 2020, this research is entering a statewide recruitment and data collection phase and we are seeking a short-term Research Assistant to assist with (1) recruitment outreach, (2) managing communication between the research team and research participants, and (3) organizing and scheduling Zoom or phone interviews between members of the research team and approximately 100 research participants. Candidates for this position will work closely with GMRI’s Learning Scientist and will be invited to join project meetings to learn more about the theoretical, methodological and analytical foundations which guide this work. Subject to funding, and if mutually agreeable between parties, opportunities to continue work on the project beyond August of 2020 may arise.
Responsibilities/Tasks
Contacting potential research participants via email or phone to schedule Zoom or phone interviews. A list of possible research participants – including contact information - will be provided by the research team
Maintaining a record of communication with potential research participants, including attempts at contact and summaries of all conversations
Assigning interviews to members of the research team, including providing real-time scheduling support by booking interviews and preventing scheduling conflicts
Maintaining a record of all scheduled and completed interviews
Assisting the GMRI Research Team in a “second wave” of recruitment outreach and management, including utilizing social media (e.g. Facebook, Reddit, Twitter) to distribute survey links.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in any field, or equivalent work experience
Prior experience using Calendly, Google Calendar, Outlook, Doodle or other meeting schedulers
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs and Google Sheets
Strong oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain flexible to changing needs
Interest in working in a demanding, dynamic and entrepreneurial setting
Other Preferred Qualifications
An interest in learning and social science research will be an enhancement for the person in the position
We are proud to confirm our long-standing policy and commitment to providing equal access and equal employment opportunities in all terms, conditions, processes and benefits of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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Feb 18, 2020
Part time
Researchers and educators at GMRI are currently accepting applications for a temporary, part-time Research Assistant (RA) to join GMRI’s Education department 15-20 hours per week from March 2020 through August 2020, with the possibility of extension.
GMRI and its research partners - Oregon State University (OSU) and TERC - are currently undertaking work to investigate the socio-cultural impact of GMRI’s longstanding informal science program, LabVenture, within and across Maine communities. Beginning March of 2020, this research is entering a statewide recruitment and data collection phase and we are seeking a short-term Research Assistant to assist with (1) recruitment outreach, (2) managing communication between the research team and research participants, and (3) organizing and scheduling Zoom or phone interviews between members of the research team and approximately 100 research participants. Candidates for this position will work closely with GMRI’s Learning Scientist and will be invited to join project meetings to learn more about the theoretical, methodological and analytical foundations which guide this work. Subject to funding, and if mutually agreeable between parties, opportunities to continue work on the project beyond August of 2020 may arise.
Responsibilities/Tasks
Contacting potential research participants via email or phone to schedule Zoom or phone interviews. A list of possible research participants – including contact information - will be provided by the research team
Maintaining a record of communication with potential research participants, including attempts at contact and summaries of all conversations
Assigning interviews to members of the research team, including providing real-time scheduling support by booking interviews and preventing scheduling conflicts
Maintaining a record of all scheduled and completed interviews
Assisting the GMRI Research Team in a “second wave” of recruitment outreach and management, including utilizing social media (e.g. Facebook, Reddit, Twitter) to distribute survey links.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in any field, or equivalent work experience
Prior experience using Calendly, Google Calendar, Outlook, Doodle or other meeting schedulers
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs and Google Sheets
Strong oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain flexible to changing needs
Interest in working in a demanding, dynamic and entrepreneurial setting
Other Preferred Qualifications
An interest in learning and social science research will be an enhancement for the person in the position
We are proud to confirm our long-standing policy and commitment to providing equal access and equal employment opportunities in all terms, conditions, processes and benefits of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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Earthjustice is hiring a Staff Scientist who will focus on policy advocacy to reduce toxic exposures.
This position can be based in New York, NY or Washington, DC.
The Healthy Communities program is at the heart of Earthjustice’s mission to defend the right of all people to a healthy environment. This program encompasses work on preventing exposure to toxics in air, water, consumer products, food, and the built environment, as well as related domestic and international issues.
The Scientist will work across many disciplines to help develop innovative strategies designed to identify and reduce exposures to toxic chemicals, such as drinking water contaminants and pesticides. These include, for example, strategies to: develop the factual basis for obtaining stronger regulation of toxic substances in all media; ensure scientifically rigorous assessments of hazard, exposure, and risk under environmental and public health laws; support the elimination of toxic chemicals and additives in food and food packaging; identify hazards and exposures from petrochemical production and use; and pioneer development of leading-edge laws and policies that can serve as models for states and the federal government. The Scientist will help advance these policies through litigation and policy advocacy at the federal and state levels.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct scientific and technical research to help design and guide policy advocacy, and support litigation.
Evaluate the scientific and technical bases for potential new cases or issues, developing research strategies in areas new to the team.
Identify and collaborate with individuals and organizations with relevant scientific and technical expertise.
Supervise science fellows and interns.
Manage scientific and technical consultants.
Draft client and expert declarations.
Testify on proposed legislation.
Review, analyze, and summarize case-related scientific documents and information, as well as more general environmental planning documents, technical support documents, scientific studies, and other scientific and technical information to support legal strategies.
Draft and submit formal requests to agencies for public records.
Communicate and participate in meetings with clients, experts, coalition partners, donors, trustees, elected officials, and government agencies.
Conduct quantitative data analyses.
Present at scientific conferences and meetings, and in university courses.
Build scientific and technical records on rulemakings that may be subject to Earthjustice litigation, including drafting comment letters.
Draft and fact-check scientific and technical information in fact sheets, press releases, blogs, news articles, slides, reports, and other materials for internal use or external use with clients, coalitions, the media, and others.
Draft scientific and technical portions of pleadings.
Conduct internal trainings on scientific and technical issues relevant to Earthjustice cases, e.g., quantitative risk assessment.
Identify, collaborate, develop, and manage relationships with individuals and organizations with relevant scientific and technical expertise.
Assist litigation operations team with coordination and maintenance of key research databases and scientific resource needs.
Conduct outreach to potential and existing client groups, including from diverse and/or under-served communities.
Contribute to and participate in strategic planning and internal team-building and coordination efforts.
Qualifications:
Doctoral or Master’s Degree in in environmental health, epidemiology, toxicology, exposure sciences, or a related scientific field.
At least 5 years of experience in scientific research.
Experience with human health and/or ecological risk assessment preferred.
Exceptional scientific ability manifested both in a specific area and in the ability to work in areas outside of one’s core expertise; i.e. both have a specific relevant expertise and be an excellent scientific generalist (quick study; good communicator; broad general knowledge).
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Excellent ability to perform quantitative data analysis.
Excellent ability to understand factual, scientific, technical, economic, historical, and policy aspects of issues and quickly and transfer this knowledge to attorneys in a coherent and non-technical fashion.
Excellent Internet and traditional research and computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel or at least one statistical programming language (e.g., Stata).
Excellent ability to interact effectively with clients, experts, coalition partners, elected officials, and government staff, including government scientists.
Attention to detail, and comfort in working with deadlines.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team, and also the ability to work independently.
Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Salary depends on experience (DOE) and location .
Salary range for New York, NY $86,400-$96,000. Salary range for Washington, DC $82,100-$91,200. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents and indicate which role, and what location you are interested in:
One or two page cover letter that addresses each of the following: (1) Which specific role are you interested in and location; (2) aspects of your background that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; (3) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (4) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations.
Writing sample
List of three references.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
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Feb 12, 2020
Full time
Earthjustice is hiring a Staff Scientist who will focus on policy advocacy to reduce toxic exposures.
This position can be based in New York, NY or Washington, DC.
The Healthy Communities program is at the heart of Earthjustice’s mission to defend the right of all people to a healthy environment. This program encompasses work on preventing exposure to toxics in air, water, consumer products, food, and the built environment, as well as related domestic and international issues.
The Scientist will work across many disciplines to help develop innovative strategies designed to identify and reduce exposures to toxic chemicals, such as drinking water contaminants and pesticides. These include, for example, strategies to: develop the factual basis for obtaining stronger regulation of toxic substances in all media; ensure scientifically rigorous assessments of hazard, exposure, and risk under environmental and public health laws; support the elimination of toxic chemicals and additives in food and food packaging; identify hazards and exposures from petrochemical production and use; and pioneer development of leading-edge laws and policies that can serve as models for states and the federal government. The Scientist will help advance these policies through litigation and policy advocacy at the federal and state levels.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct scientific and technical research to help design and guide policy advocacy, and support litigation.
Evaluate the scientific and technical bases for potential new cases or issues, developing research strategies in areas new to the team.
Identify and collaborate with individuals and organizations with relevant scientific and technical expertise.
Supervise science fellows and interns.
Manage scientific and technical consultants.
Draft client and expert declarations.
Testify on proposed legislation.
Review, analyze, and summarize case-related scientific documents and information, as well as more general environmental planning documents, technical support documents, scientific studies, and other scientific and technical information to support legal strategies.
Draft and submit formal requests to agencies for public records.
Communicate and participate in meetings with clients, experts, coalition partners, donors, trustees, elected officials, and government agencies.
Conduct quantitative data analyses.
Present at scientific conferences and meetings, and in university courses.
Build scientific and technical records on rulemakings that may be subject to Earthjustice litigation, including drafting comment letters.
Draft and fact-check scientific and technical information in fact sheets, press releases, blogs, news articles, slides, reports, and other materials for internal use or external use with clients, coalitions, the media, and others.
Draft scientific and technical portions of pleadings.
Conduct internal trainings on scientific and technical issues relevant to Earthjustice cases, e.g., quantitative risk assessment.
Identify, collaborate, develop, and manage relationships with individuals and organizations with relevant scientific and technical expertise.
Assist litigation operations team with coordination and maintenance of key research databases and scientific resource needs.
Conduct outreach to potential and existing client groups, including from diverse and/or under-served communities.
Contribute to and participate in strategic planning and internal team-building and coordination efforts.
Qualifications:
Doctoral or Master’s Degree in in environmental health, epidemiology, toxicology, exposure sciences, or a related scientific field.
At least 5 years of experience in scientific research.
Experience with human health and/or ecological risk assessment preferred.
Exceptional scientific ability manifested both in a specific area and in the ability to work in areas outside of one’s core expertise; i.e. both have a specific relevant expertise and be an excellent scientific generalist (quick study; good communicator; broad general knowledge).
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Excellent ability to perform quantitative data analysis.
Excellent ability to understand factual, scientific, technical, economic, historical, and policy aspects of issues and quickly and transfer this knowledge to attorneys in a coherent and non-technical fashion.
Excellent Internet and traditional research and computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel or at least one statistical programming language (e.g., Stata).
Excellent ability to interact effectively with clients, experts, coalition partners, elected officials, and government staff, including government scientists.
Attention to detail, and comfort in working with deadlines.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team, and also the ability to work independently.
Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Salary depends on experience (DOE) and location .
Salary range for New York, NY $86,400-$96,000. Salary range for Washington, DC $82,100-$91,200. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents and indicate which role, and what location you are interested in:
One or two page cover letter that addresses each of the following: (1) Which specific role are you interested in and location; (2) aspects of your background that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; (3) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (4) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations.
Writing sample
List of three references.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
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ICF is seeking an environmental consultant to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. You will be responsible for supporting ICF managers in winning, planning, and executing projects. You will be expected to work as part of 2 to 7 person teams to execute tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high quality products and services. You are likely to work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, and have some client interaction. At ICF you have an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while also building content knowledge and consulting skills.
This position is intended for candidates with a Master's degree or comparable work experience who are available to start working in summer 2020.
What you'll do...
Quantitative problem-solving, data collection and analysis, and manipulation of large datasets.
Technical writing.
Reviewing literature and performing research.
Interacting with clients.
Preparing presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials.
Working with teams to prepare high-quality materials to support clients, pitching in where necessary.
Completing tasks in a fast-paced and self-motivated environment and in a timely and efficient manner.
Delegating to junior staff.
Reporting to project managers.
What you'll need...
Master’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Environmental or other Earth Sciences, Sustainability Management, Engineering, Biology, Atmospheric Science, Public Policy, or related subjects.
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.
Cumulative and major GPA of at least 3.2 or higher.
Professional skills you will need...
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment; exceptional time management track record.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Prior work experience in a business setting is a plus.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.
Working at ICF
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If you’re seeking to make a difference in the world, visit www.icf.com/careers to find your next career. ICF—together for tomorrow.
ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity)
Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans and applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: EEO is the law and Pay Transparency Statement .
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Feb 12, 2020
Full time
ICF is seeking an environmental consultant to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. You will be responsible for supporting ICF managers in winning, planning, and executing projects. You will be expected to work as part of 2 to 7 person teams to execute tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high quality products and services. You are likely to work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, and have some client interaction. At ICF you have an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while also building content knowledge and consulting skills.
This position is intended for candidates with a Master's degree or comparable work experience who are available to start working in summer 2020.
What you'll do...
Quantitative problem-solving, data collection and analysis, and manipulation of large datasets.
Technical writing.
Reviewing literature and performing research.
Interacting with clients.
Preparing presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials.
Working with teams to prepare high-quality materials to support clients, pitching in where necessary.
Completing tasks in a fast-paced and self-motivated environment and in a timely and efficient manner.
Delegating to junior staff.
Reporting to project managers.
What you'll need...
Master’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Environmental or other Earth Sciences, Sustainability Management, Engineering, Biology, Atmospheric Science, Public Policy, or related subjects.
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.
Cumulative and major GPA of at least 3.2 or higher.
Professional skills you will need...
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment; exceptional time management track record.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Prior work experience in a business setting is a plus.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.
Working at ICF
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If you’re seeking to make a difference in the world, visit www.icf.com/careers to find your next career. ICF—together for tomorrow.
ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity)
Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans and applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: EEO is the law and Pay Transparency Statement .
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Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a Research and Policy Analyst to join its Washington, D.C., office. The Research and Policy Analyst will support the D.C. Office’s programmatic focus on energy and air pollution issues in the mid-Atlantic through efforts to promote a shift away from fossil fuels and toward equitable zero-emissions solutions across the power, transportation, and building sectors. The work will include developing factual support for litigation and advocacy, drafting and editing comment letters or other advocacy documents, engaging in advocacy work with government decision makers, and developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other partners.
Responsibilities:
Litigation Support Responsibilities (50%)
Conduct preliminary case inquiries and investigate potential new cases, including preparing factual research, analysis and organization of relevant information, and preparation of a written report.
Conduct factual research to support all stages of litigation.
Assist with drafting of client and expert declarations.
Summarize case-related documents and information.
Review and interpret agency policy and planning documents, technical support documents, and other factual and technical information relevant to legal strategies.
Draft and submit formal requests to agencies for public records.
Communicate with clients, experts, and government agencies.
Draft comment letters and present public comments and testimony at agency hearings.
Conduct media outreach and coordinate with the Communications Department.
Draft fact sheets, press releases, blogs, new articles, and other materials.
Produce multi-media materials (including GIS mapping) for case development and litigation.
Proofread pleadings.
Draft factual portions of pleadings.
Other Advocacy Responsibilities (50%)
Conduct outreach to potential and existing client groups, including groups from diverse and/or under-served communities, and otherwise cultivate allies, thoughtful partnerships, and coalitions in support of assigned issues.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional, state, and federal agencies and engage in advocacy to promote programmatic priorities.
Track and analyze legislative and administrative policy initiatives relating to assigned issues in coordination with the Policy and Legislation department.
Develop advocacy materials, including but not limited to fact sheets, letters, action alerts, blogs, and other educational materials for affiliated coalitions and the public.
Coordinate briefings, seminars, and informational sessions with partners.
Educate decision makers on key legal challenges and rulings.
Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues.
Manage projects and other efforts performed on assigned issues by contractors, litigation assistants, interns, or others.
Work with the Communications Department to develop media strategies and conduct outreach to media on assigned issues.
Support client coalitions by participating in committee groups, attending conferences, maintaining websites, and tracking political and regulatory developments.
Track environmental news relevant to assigned issue areas throughout the region and identify matters that may warrant further consideration for Earthjustice engagement.
Monitor developments in programmatic priorities by attending relevant agency hearings and preparing and presenting comments as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred), preferably in Natural or Applied Sciences.
Strong commitment to protection of human health and the environment.
Experience with transportation, energy, climate and/or clean air policy issues preferred.
Ability to understand scientific and technical issues quickly and synthesize this information for attorneys.
Ability to explain complex facts and technical issues in a manner understandable to the general public.
Experience working with traditional and social media.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and ARC GIS.
Significant online and traditional research experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, experts and agency staff, as well as take proactive role in coalitions and other partnership opportunities.
Ability to work on cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently, quickly, proactively, and with deadlines.
Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Desire and ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Salary depends on experience (DOE) and location. Salary range in Washington, DC is: $64,300- 71,400. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position.
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Feb 12, 2020
Full time
Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a Research and Policy Analyst to join its Washington, D.C., office. The Research and Policy Analyst will support the D.C. Office’s programmatic focus on energy and air pollution issues in the mid-Atlantic through efforts to promote a shift away from fossil fuels and toward equitable zero-emissions solutions across the power, transportation, and building sectors. The work will include developing factual support for litigation and advocacy, drafting and editing comment letters or other advocacy documents, engaging in advocacy work with government decision makers, and developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other partners.
Responsibilities:
Litigation Support Responsibilities (50%)
Conduct preliminary case inquiries and investigate potential new cases, including preparing factual research, analysis and organization of relevant information, and preparation of a written report.
Conduct factual research to support all stages of litigation.
Assist with drafting of client and expert declarations.
Summarize case-related documents and information.
Review and interpret agency policy and planning documents, technical support documents, and other factual and technical information relevant to legal strategies.
Draft and submit formal requests to agencies for public records.
Communicate with clients, experts, and government agencies.
Draft comment letters and present public comments and testimony at agency hearings.
Conduct media outreach and coordinate with the Communications Department.
Draft fact sheets, press releases, blogs, new articles, and other materials.
Produce multi-media materials (including GIS mapping) for case development and litigation.
Proofread pleadings.
Draft factual portions of pleadings.
Other Advocacy Responsibilities (50%)
Conduct outreach to potential and existing client groups, including groups from diverse and/or under-served communities, and otherwise cultivate allies, thoughtful partnerships, and coalitions in support of assigned issues.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional, state, and federal agencies and engage in advocacy to promote programmatic priorities.
Track and analyze legislative and administrative policy initiatives relating to assigned issues in coordination with the Policy and Legislation department.
Develop advocacy materials, including but not limited to fact sheets, letters, action alerts, blogs, and other educational materials for affiliated coalitions and the public.
Coordinate briefings, seminars, and informational sessions with partners.
Educate decision makers on key legal challenges and rulings.
Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues.
Manage projects and other efforts performed on assigned issues by contractors, litigation assistants, interns, or others.
Work with the Communications Department to develop media strategies and conduct outreach to media on assigned issues.
Support client coalitions by participating in committee groups, attending conferences, maintaining websites, and tracking political and regulatory developments.
Track environmental news relevant to assigned issue areas throughout the region and identify matters that may warrant further consideration for Earthjustice engagement.
Monitor developments in programmatic priorities by attending relevant agency hearings and preparing and presenting comments as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred), preferably in Natural or Applied Sciences.
Strong commitment to protection of human health and the environment.
Experience with transportation, energy, climate and/or clean air policy issues preferred.
Ability to understand scientific and technical issues quickly and synthesize this information for attorneys.
Ability to explain complex facts and technical issues in a manner understandable to the general public.
Experience working with traditional and social media.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and ARC GIS.
Significant online and traditional research experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, experts and agency staff, as well as take proactive role in coalitions and other partnership opportunities.
Ability to work on cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently, quickly, proactively, and with deadlines.
Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Desire and ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Salary depends on experience (DOE) and location. Salary range in Washington, DC is: $64,300- 71,400. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position.
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Start Date: Late March 2020
Location: Remote, but with the opportunity to work from our offices in New Orleans or Brooklyn
Terms: Full time
About Public Lab
Public Lab is a community, supported by a non-profit, that develops and applies open-source tools to environmental exploration and investigation. By democratizing inexpensive and accessible do-it-yourself techniques, Public Lab creates a collaborative network of practitioners who actively reimagine the human relationship with the environment.
About This Role
Join our team and work to bring about a healthier and more equitable world through community science, open technology, and the pursuit of environmental justice.
This position is ideal for an early- to mid-career science communicator or hardware enthusiast who wants to be embedded in a diverse research community. It’s a role for someone deeply curious and empirical who enjoys synthesizing, testing, and growing a body of practical knowledge with people who are striving to address complex problems together.
The Research Coordinator is part of Public Lab’s Organizing & Research team, which ensures that people who come to Public Lab in pursuit of environmental justice are able to connect with others online and/or in-person to achieve locally meaningful outcomes. The Research Coordinator will build working relationships with scientists and technologists developing accessible environmental research methods, and community members who use them to monitor the environm ent, e nsuring information is clearly presented on the Public Lab website. The Research Coordinator works to maintain environmental health topic pages on the website that succinctly present the current state of methodologies for monitoring or remediating the issue, and feature accessible pathways for newcomers to get started. Example practices include synthesizing materials into an at-a-glance view of the topic, highlighting activities new contributors can try for themselves, breaking out questions that could be answerable by someone with particular expertise or experience, and framing “next step” challenges to attract a contributor with specific skills sets.
This position will assist the Community Manager in managing fellowship teams working on specific research areas, coordinating their efforts, and editing their outputs to support further growth in the broader contributor community. This position will work with the Education and Kits teams to source and distribute hardware needed by frontline communities. This position works closely with Public Lab directors to meet strategic objectives for advancing the readiness of community science approaches to key environmental health issues. This position reports to the Community Manager. This job requires occasional travel and work outside regular business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
Maintain coherence in a priority set of environmental research topics on the Public Lab website
Organize a regular practice of reviewing these environmental research topics by: Collating and synthesizing materials shared by people working deeply on environmental topics to make them accessible for those who are exploring these issues as newcomers
Understanding, breaking down, prioritizing, and communicating steps to approaching environmental monitoring challenges on the website and through on/offline events, in a way that helps people see where they may make a contribution
Explaining what is currently within reach for key environmental health issues, at what cost of time and energy to get what quality of data, and usable for which purposes
Inviting people to contribute feedback, failures, requests, and ideas about environmental topic areas, with support from other program staff
Building relationships with people doing this work, and conducting interviews to tell their stories (with support from the Communications Manager)
Supporting fellows in their work, specifically around developing resources on environmental monitoring methods and hardware projects so that fellowship outputs clearly advance priority environmental research topics.
Convening monthly public work sessions and quarterly public presentations on environmental topics. These presentations may, for example, take the form of a “State of the Issue,” explaining the methods used and their relationship to environmental governance, highlighting emerging directions in science hardware development for improving accountability and management
Consistently engaging the Public Lab community and other communities on questions and resources for environmental monitoring methods
Identifying environmental monitoring tools that address community priorities and fit the criteria for low-cost, accessible kits that can be hosted in the Public Lab store; working with the Kits Coordinator on sourcing components and drafting the item listings
Providing simple inroads, an onboarding ladder, and welcoming scaffold for people with different experiences and expertise to engage with and update topics on the Public Lab website
Contribute to the emergence of an equitable technology culture
Assist in moderation across the Public Lab website
Support the sustainabil ity of community projects through grant writing and other fundraising initiatives
Maintain and adhere to nonprofit policies and procedures, Public Lab values , and the Code of Conduct .
Experience and Training:
Approximately 5 years of demonstrated job experience in a related field (science communication, investigative journalism, collaborative hardware, library science, ethnography, popular and technical writing, community organizing, advocacy) is required.
This position might be for you if you are:
Driven to uncover new knowledge frontiers with a journalistic curiosity.
An inveterate connector who loves to form bonds and deepen relationships throughout a network.
Excited about shaping a newly created role within a fast-moving team and are a natural leader who prioritizes learning and iteration over perfectionism.
Thinking strategically about what is needed for information to be useful, relevant, and accessible.
Passionate about explaining , such that others become motivated to act upon what they learn from you, as well as listening so that others feel valued by you.
An exceptional written and oral communicator : You're a collaborator and a problem-solver who is often praised for your organization and attention to detail. You can translate complex work and the mission of Public Lab to diverse audiences.
Team-oriented : You work collaboratively, both in person and with remote colleagues, to envision and promote positive change, and to be supportive of others. You bring integrity to all situations.
Organized, thorough, and self-sufficient : You communicate consistently with your team, stay on top of your to-do list, and you don't miss deadlines.
An excellent problem solver : You're excited to take on diverse development challenges, identify where organizational operations may be improved, and propose solutions.
Tech-savvy: You are excited by technology and learning new programs with support from colleagues. You have experience using a variety of collaborative software such as Github, Slack, Google Docs, Dropbox, and CRM databases.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is between $40,000-$45,000, based on experience and qualifications. Public Lab offers a benefits package that includes:
Three weeks starting vacation time, with a bonus week off during the winter holidays
11 personal days
12 federal holidays observed
75% coverage of health/dental/vision benefits
401(k) account
A six-week sabbatical after five years of employment.
To Apply
Please send a single document containing a cover letter and resume to jobs@publiclab.org with the subject line Research Coordinator by March 1, 2020. Make sure the document includes your first and last name . No phone calls, please.
Public Lab is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. We encourage people with different ability sets, people of color, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities to apply.
Feb 07, 2020
Full time
Start Date: Late March 2020
Location: Remote, but with the opportunity to work from our offices in New Orleans or Brooklyn
Terms: Full time
About Public Lab
Public Lab is a community, supported by a non-profit, that develops and applies open-source tools to environmental exploration and investigation. By democratizing inexpensive and accessible do-it-yourself techniques, Public Lab creates a collaborative network of practitioners who actively reimagine the human relationship with the environment.
About This Role
Join our team and work to bring about a healthier and more equitable world through community science, open technology, and the pursuit of environmental justice.
This position is ideal for an early- to mid-career science communicator or hardware enthusiast who wants to be embedded in a diverse research community. It’s a role for someone deeply curious and empirical who enjoys synthesizing, testing, and growing a body of practical knowledge with people who are striving to address complex problems together.
The Research Coordinator is part of Public Lab’s Organizing & Research team, which ensures that people who come to Public Lab in pursuit of environmental justice are able to connect with others online and/or in-person to achieve locally meaningful outcomes. The Research Coordinator will build working relationships with scientists and technologists developing accessible environmental research methods, and community members who use them to monitor the environm ent, e nsuring information is clearly presented on the Public Lab website. The Research Coordinator works to maintain environmental health topic pages on the website that succinctly present the current state of methodologies for monitoring or remediating the issue, and feature accessible pathways for newcomers to get started. Example practices include synthesizing materials into an at-a-glance view of the topic, highlighting activities new contributors can try for themselves, breaking out questions that could be answerable by someone with particular expertise or experience, and framing “next step” challenges to attract a contributor with specific skills sets.
This position will assist the Community Manager in managing fellowship teams working on specific research areas, coordinating their efforts, and editing their outputs to support further growth in the broader contributor community. This position will work with the Education and Kits teams to source and distribute hardware needed by frontline communities. This position works closely with Public Lab directors to meet strategic objectives for advancing the readiness of community science approaches to key environmental health issues. This position reports to the Community Manager. This job requires occasional travel and work outside regular business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
Maintain coherence in a priority set of environmental research topics on the Public Lab website
Organize a regular practice of reviewing these environmental research topics by: Collating and synthesizing materials shared by people working deeply on environmental topics to make them accessible for those who are exploring these issues as newcomers
Understanding, breaking down, prioritizing, and communicating steps to approaching environmental monitoring challenges on the website and through on/offline events, in a way that helps people see where they may make a contribution
Explaining what is currently within reach for key environmental health issues, at what cost of time and energy to get what quality of data, and usable for which purposes
Inviting people to contribute feedback, failures, requests, and ideas about environmental topic areas, with support from other program staff
Building relationships with people doing this work, and conducting interviews to tell their stories (with support from the Communications Manager)
Supporting fellows in their work, specifically around developing resources on environmental monitoring methods and hardware projects so that fellowship outputs clearly advance priority environmental research topics.
Convening monthly public work sessions and quarterly public presentations on environmental topics. These presentations may, for example, take the form of a “State of the Issue,” explaining the methods used and their relationship to environmental governance, highlighting emerging directions in science hardware development for improving accountability and management
Consistently engaging the Public Lab community and other communities on questions and resources for environmental monitoring methods
Identifying environmental monitoring tools that address community priorities and fit the criteria for low-cost, accessible kits that can be hosted in the Public Lab store; working with the Kits Coordinator on sourcing components and drafting the item listings
Providing simple inroads, an onboarding ladder, and welcoming scaffold for people with different experiences and expertise to engage with and update topics on the Public Lab website
Contribute to the emergence of an equitable technology culture
Assist in moderation across the Public Lab website
Support the sustainabil ity of community projects through grant writing and other fundraising initiatives
Maintain and adhere to nonprofit policies and procedures, Public Lab values , and the Code of Conduct .
Experience and Training:
Approximately 5 years of demonstrated job experience in a related field (science communication, investigative journalism, collaborative hardware, library science, ethnography, popular and technical writing, community organizing, advocacy) is required.
This position might be for you if you are:
Driven to uncover new knowledge frontiers with a journalistic curiosity.
An inveterate connector who loves to form bonds and deepen relationships throughout a network.
Excited about shaping a newly created role within a fast-moving team and are a natural leader who prioritizes learning and iteration over perfectionism.
Thinking strategically about what is needed for information to be useful, relevant, and accessible.
Passionate about explaining , such that others become motivated to act upon what they learn from you, as well as listening so that others feel valued by you.
An exceptional written and oral communicator : You're a collaborator and a problem-solver who is often praised for your organization and attention to detail. You can translate complex work and the mission of Public Lab to diverse audiences.
Team-oriented : You work collaboratively, both in person and with remote colleagues, to envision and promote positive change, and to be supportive of others. You bring integrity to all situations.
Organized, thorough, and self-sufficient : You communicate consistently with your team, stay on top of your to-do list, and you don't miss deadlines.
An excellent problem solver : You're excited to take on diverse development challenges, identify where organizational operations may be improved, and propose solutions.
Tech-savvy: You are excited by technology and learning new programs with support from colleagues. You have experience using a variety of collaborative software such as Github, Slack, Google Docs, Dropbox, and CRM databases.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is between $40,000-$45,000, based on experience and qualifications. Public Lab offers a benefits package that includes:
Three weeks starting vacation time, with a bonus week off during the winter holidays
11 personal days
12 federal holidays observed
75% coverage of health/dental/vision benefits
401(k) account
A six-week sabbatical after five years of employment.
To Apply
Please send a single document containing a cover letter and resume to jobs@publiclab.org with the subject line Research Coordinator by March 1, 2020. Make sure the document includes your first and last name . No phone calls, please.
Public Lab is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. We encourage people with different ability sets, people of color, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities to apply.
Start Date: Late March-early May 2020
Location: Remote, but with the opportunity to work from our offices in New Orleans or Brooklyn
Terms: Full time
About Public Lab
Public Lab is a community, supported by a non-profit, that develops and applies open-source tools to environmental exploration and investigation. By democratizing inexpensive and accessible do-it-yourself techniques, Public Lab creates a collaborative network of practitioners who actively reimagine the human relationship with the environment.
About This Role
Join our team and work to bring about a healthier and more equitable world through community science, open technology, and the pursuit of environmental justice.
This position is ideal for an early career evaluator and/or researcher who wants to be part of a fast-moving team that is developing, advancing, and sharing community science practices around the world. It’s a role for someone who is driven to question the results—whether intended or unintended—of strategy and tactics, as well as develop tools that make visible the culture in which program delivery occurs.
The Organizational Learning Associate is part of Public Lab’s Organizing & Research team, which ensures that people who come to Public Lab in pursuit of environmental justice are able to connect with others online and/or in-person to achieve locally meaningful outcomes. The Organizational Learning Associate will anchor evaluation and organizational learning processes to assess the impact, both planned and unplanned, of Public Lab programming and culture. The Organizational Learning Associate integrates learning practices and insights across all teams to speed the emergence of collective intelligence. Critically, the Organizational Learning Associate will be an integral part of navigating the cultural challenges of equitable knowledge production and exchange on projects happe ning in and adjacent to Public Lab. To do this work, the Organizational Learning Associate will disrupt the researcher/subject relationship in favor of collaboration and mutually beneficial and relational discourse, and from this relational position, anchor the design and generation of the varieties of data needed to document the scope and nature of the impact of Public Lab’s model.
This position reports to the Director of Community Development. This job requires occasional travel and work outside regular business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
Creating logic models and metrics for program work to track progress against Public Lab’s strategic objectives
Developing and maintaining an annual schedule of evaluation activities across the organization
Conducting qualitative, conversation-style interviewing with community members from different backgrounds and geographies
Conducting quantitative data gathering and generation with and about the networked community, with support from the Coding Community Coordinators, to produce the bi-annual Community Survey
Testing and implementing additional appropriate means for seeking and transmitting feedback throughout the Public Lab ecosystem and the broader movement. Encouraging a culture of feedback and short feedback loops
Analyzing results
Presenting results and insights publicly, and in greater detail to internal teams
Supporting program teams to incorporate their own organizational learning and feedback practices and to implement what they learn
Supporting the sustainabil ity of community projects through grant writing and other fundraising initiatives
Supporting the writing of white papers on project methodology
Supporting the writing of peer-reviewed articles on community science
Maintaining and adhering to nonprofit policies and procedures, Public Lab values , and the Code of Conduct
Experience and Training:
Approximately 4-6 years of demonstrated job experience and/or have done work at a Masters level in, or fields related to, Science and Technology Studies, Sociology, Public Administration (MPA), Development Studies, Education Studies, etc.
This position might be for you if you are:
Familiar with community science related concepts including communities of practice, peer production, the co-production of knowledge, post-normal science, environmental governance, and have had some exposure to Science and Technology Studies.
Trained in program evaluation including design, interviewing and analysis methods.
An exceptional written and oral communicator : You have excellent interpersonal skills. You're a collaborator and a problem-solver who is often praised for your organization and attention to detail. You can translate complex work and the mission of Public Lab to different audiences.
An experienced facilitator : You have experience working with people from different backgrounds to face challenging questions and make progress as a team.
Team-oriented : You work collaboratively, both in person and with remote colleagues, to envision and promote positive change, and to be supportive of others. You bring integrity to all situations.
Organized, thorough, and self-sufficient : You communicate consistently with your team, stay on top of your to-do list, and you don't miss deadlines.
An excellent problem solver : You're excited to take on diverse development challenges, identify where organizational operations may be improved, and propose solutions.
Tech-savvy : You are excited by technology and to learn new programs, with support from colleagues. You are interested in or have used technology in the context of advocacy, grants tracking, and reporting. You have experience using a variety of collaborative software such as Slack, Google Docs, and Dropbox.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is between $55,000-$60,000, based on experience and qualifications. Public Lab offers a benefits package that includes:
Three weeks starting vacation time, with a bonus week off during the winter holidays
11 personal days
12 federal holidays observed
75% coverage of health/dental/vision benefits
401(k) account
A six-week sabbatical after five years of employment.
To Apply
Please send a single document containing a cover letter and resume to jobs@publiclab.org with the subject line Organizational Learning Associate by March 1, 2020. Make sure the document includes your first and last name .
No phone calls, please.
Public Lab is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. We encourage people with different ability sets, people of color, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities to apply.
Feb 07, 2020
Full time
Start Date: Late March-early May 2020
Location: Remote, but with the opportunity to work from our offices in New Orleans or Brooklyn
Terms: Full time
About Public Lab
Public Lab is a community, supported by a non-profit, that develops and applies open-source tools to environmental exploration and investigation. By democratizing inexpensive and accessible do-it-yourself techniques, Public Lab creates a collaborative network of practitioners who actively reimagine the human relationship with the environment.
About This Role
Join our team and work to bring about a healthier and more equitable world through community science, open technology, and the pursuit of environmental justice.
This position is ideal for an early career evaluator and/or researcher who wants to be part of a fast-moving team that is developing, advancing, and sharing community science practices around the world. It’s a role for someone who is driven to question the results—whether intended or unintended—of strategy and tactics, as well as develop tools that make visible the culture in which program delivery occurs.
The Organizational Learning Associate is part of Public Lab’s Organizing & Research team, which ensures that people who come to Public Lab in pursuit of environmental justice are able to connect with others online and/or in-person to achieve locally meaningful outcomes. The Organizational Learning Associate will anchor evaluation and organizational learning processes to assess the impact, both planned and unplanned, of Public Lab programming and culture. The Organizational Learning Associate integrates learning practices and insights across all teams to speed the emergence of collective intelligence. Critically, the Organizational Learning Associate will be an integral part of navigating the cultural challenges of equitable knowledge production and exchange on projects happe ning in and adjacent to Public Lab. To do this work, the Organizational Learning Associate will disrupt the researcher/subject relationship in favor of collaboration and mutually beneficial and relational discourse, and from this relational position, anchor the design and generation of the varieties of data needed to document the scope and nature of the impact of Public Lab’s model.
This position reports to the Director of Community Development. This job requires occasional travel and work outside regular business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
Creating logic models and metrics for program work to track progress against Public Lab’s strategic objectives
Developing and maintaining an annual schedule of evaluation activities across the organization
Conducting qualitative, conversation-style interviewing with community members from different backgrounds and geographies
Conducting quantitative data gathering and generation with and about the networked community, with support from the Coding Community Coordinators, to produce the bi-annual Community Survey
Testing and implementing additional appropriate means for seeking and transmitting feedback throughout the Public Lab ecosystem and the broader movement. Encouraging a culture of feedback and short feedback loops
Analyzing results
Presenting results and insights publicly, and in greater detail to internal teams
Supporting program teams to incorporate their own organizational learning and feedback practices and to implement what they learn
Supporting the sustainabil ity of community projects through grant writing and other fundraising initiatives
Supporting the writing of white papers on project methodology
Supporting the writing of peer-reviewed articles on community science
Maintaining and adhering to nonprofit policies and procedures, Public Lab values , and the Code of Conduct
Experience and Training:
Approximately 4-6 years of demonstrated job experience and/or have done work at a Masters level in, or fields related to, Science and Technology Studies, Sociology, Public Administration (MPA), Development Studies, Education Studies, etc.
This position might be for you if you are:
Familiar with community science related concepts including communities of practice, peer production, the co-production of knowledge, post-normal science, environmental governance, and have had some exposure to Science and Technology Studies.
Trained in program evaluation including design, interviewing and analysis methods.
An exceptional written and oral communicator : You have excellent interpersonal skills. You're a collaborator and a problem-solver who is often praised for your organization and attention to detail. You can translate complex work and the mission of Public Lab to different audiences.
An experienced facilitator : You have experience working with people from different backgrounds to face challenging questions and make progress as a team.
Team-oriented : You work collaboratively, both in person and with remote colleagues, to envision and promote positive change, and to be supportive of others. You bring integrity to all situations.
Organized, thorough, and self-sufficient : You communicate consistently with your team, stay on top of your to-do list, and you don't miss deadlines.
An excellent problem solver : You're excited to take on diverse development challenges, identify where organizational operations may be improved, and propose solutions.
Tech-savvy : You are excited by technology and to learn new programs, with support from colleagues. You are interested in or have used technology in the context of advocacy, grants tracking, and reporting. You have experience using a variety of collaborative software such as Slack, Google Docs, and Dropbox.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is between $55,000-$60,000, based on experience and qualifications. Public Lab offers a benefits package that includes:
Three weeks starting vacation time, with a bonus week off during the winter holidays
11 personal days
12 federal holidays observed
75% coverage of health/dental/vision benefits
401(k) account
A six-week sabbatical after five years of employment.
To Apply
Please send a single document containing a cover letter and resume to jobs@publiclab.org with the subject line Organizational Learning Associate by March 1, 2020. Make sure the document includes your first and last name .
No phone calls, please.
Public Lab is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. We encourage people with different ability sets, people of color, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities to apply.
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Before arriving, our interns are challenged to come up with a research topic, review the relevant literature, and create a methodology with the support of our intern-supervisor. Once in-country, interns are trained in the field techniques required for their project. Whether its mist-netting for birds in the early hours of the morning, fishing at mid-day or staying out late hunting for frogs, PLT will make sure that our interns are confident in the methodology needed to move their research forward. Towards the end of the stay, all our interns give a final presentation in which they share the results of their study with the rest of the research team. The internship program is designed to give young scientists the opportunity to take control of every step of a scientific project. From conception to completion, our interns are in the driver seat.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marches and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams running through the area are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in conserving this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
Jan 29, 2020
Internship- Unpaid
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Before arriving, our interns are challenged to come up with a research topic, review the relevant literature, and create a methodology with the support of our intern-supervisor. Once in-country, interns are trained in the field techniques required for their project. Whether its mist-netting for birds in the early hours of the morning, fishing at mid-day or staying out late hunting for frogs, PLT will make sure that our interns are confident in the methodology needed to move their research forward. Towards the end of the stay, all our interns give a final presentation in which they share the results of their study with the rest of the research team. The internship program is designed to give young scientists the opportunity to take control of every step of a scientific project. From conception to completion, our interns are in the driver seat.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marches and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams running through the area are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in conserving this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
Where the great Paraguay River meets the even larger Parana river, the water rebounds and overflows the banks. The amazing delta system spreads for miles as two rivers converge and the water carves a giant network of underground tunnels, large sandy lakes, and slow flowing streams spread across the country side. The name of this area is the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex. Located in Southwestern Paraguay, this area has been heavily understudied. Home to squirmy eels, tiny minnows, hundreds of cichlids, and giant stingrays, this mosaic habitat is certainly hiding new species for science.
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Before arriving, our interns are challenged to come up with a research topic, review the relevant literature, and create a methodology with the support of our intern-supervisor. Towards the end of the stay, all our interns give a final presentation in which they share the results of their study with the rest of the research team. The internship program is designed to give young scientists the opportunity to take control of every step of a scientific project. From conception to completion, our interns are in the driver seat.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our ichthyology team is focusing on establishing a bio-geographical inventory of species to define just how much the species communities vary by micro-habitat. By comparing the community structure found in the different areas of the delta system we hope to find areas of interest to evolutionary biology. This confluence is a meeting place of many species and the network of temporary floodplains often leads to extended isolation events. Whether you’ve a proven interest in ichthyology or just beginning your career as a conservation biologist, this internship gives you the opportunity to design your own project and execute a methodology of your own design.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marches and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams running through the area are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in conserving this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
Jan 23, 2020
Internship- Unpaid
Where the great Paraguay River meets the even larger Parana river, the water rebounds and overflows the banks. The amazing delta system spreads for miles as two rivers converge and the water carves a giant network of underground tunnels, large sandy lakes, and slow flowing streams spread across the country side. The name of this area is the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex. Located in Southwestern Paraguay, this area has been heavily understudied. Home to squirmy eels, tiny minnows, hundreds of cichlids, and giant stingrays, this mosaic habitat is certainly hiding new species for science.
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Before arriving, our interns are challenged to come up with a research topic, review the relevant literature, and create a methodology with the support of our intern-supervisor. Towards the end of the stay, all our interns give a final presentation in which they share the results of their study with the rest of the research team. The internship program is designed to give young scientists the opportunity to take control of every step of a scientific project. From conception to completion, our interns are in the driver seat.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our ichthyology team is focusing on establishing a bio-geographical inventory of species to define just how much the species communities vary by micro-habitat. By comparing the community structure found in the different areas of the delta system we hope to find areas of interest to evolutionary biology. This confluence is a meeting place of many species and the network of temporary floodplains often leads to extended isolation events. Whether you’ve a proven interest in ichthyology or just beginning your career as a conservation biologist, this internship gives you the opportunity to design your own project and execute a methodology of your own design.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marches and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams running through the area are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in conserving this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Based in the center of the Ñeembucú Wetland System, Para La Tierra’s research team has been investigating the behavior, ecology, and social structure of the Black-&-Gold Howler monkey. Our research station offers an incredible opportunity to study these highly adaptable arboreal primates in a variety of different habitats, from riparian forests to the city parks. As tropical forests continue to disappear, it is increasingly important to understand how wild animals can survive alongside human populations. Para La Tierra is interested in understanding how the primates are affected by the urban environment of the city of Pilar, how their behavior varies from that of the groups located outside the city, and what can be done to better protect the wild animals from the negative effects of the near constant human-wildlife interaction.
Primate Behaviour Research Interns are challenged to further our collective understanding of the Howler monkeys found in Ñeembucú. With the help of our expert on-site primatologist, each intern creates their own methodology, collects independent data, analyses their results, and presents their findings. The focus of the study will be completely defined by the intern’s own interests. Previous interns have studied: Parasitology, Human-Wildlife Interactions, Acoustic Behaviour, Social Structure, and much more.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marshes and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in promoting the conservation of this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
Para La Tierra is a not-for-profit conservation organization that protects habitats and species in Paraguay through scientific research, community outreach and environmental education.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
Jan 22, 2020
Internship- Unpaid
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Based in the center of the Ñeembucú Wetland System, Para La Tierra’s research team has been investigating the behavior, ecology, and social structure of the Black-&-Gold Howler monkey. Our research station offers an incredible opportunity to study these highly adaptable arboreal primates in a variety of different habitats, from riparian forests to the city parks. As tropical forests continue to disappear, it is increasingly important to understand how wild animals can survive alongside human populations. Para La Tierra is interested in understanding how the primates are affected by the urban environment of the city of Pilar, how their behavior varies from that of the groups located outside the city, and what can be done to better protect the wild animals from the negative effects of the near constant human-wildlife interaction.
Primate Behaviour Research Interns are challenged to further our collective understanding of the Howler monkeys found in Ñeembucú. With the help of our expert on-site primatologist, each intern creates their own methodology, collects independent data, analyses their results, and presents their findings. The focus of the study will be completely defined by the intern’s own interests. Previous interns have studied: Parasitology, Human-Wildlife Interactions, Acoustic Behaviour, Social Structure, and much more.
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, marshes and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in promoting the conservation of this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
Para La Tierra is a not-for-profit conservation organization that protects habitats and species in Paraguay through scientific research, community outreach and environmental education.
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person. Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three months.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. The price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi. The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects.
Weekly basis pro rata payments are accepted in special cases. There is a 25% discount for South American nationals.
