[Ccb_gsr_listserv] Assistant Specialist for Spatial Ecology GIS in Conservation Biology at UC Riverside

[Lynn Sweet]

We are recruiting someone to work on GIS/spatial aspects of several
projects including vegetation mapping and habitat suitability mapping. Full
time. Location: either Riverside or Palm Desert, CA. The specialist will
join the lab of Dr. Lynn Sweet
<https://sites.google.com/ucr.edu/ccb-dcri/people> within the Center for
Conservation Biology, UCR, with a start date as soon as available after
applications close. I encourage applications from those from a variety of
backgrounds who meet the basic qualifications, especially if they have a
strong technical skill set and experience in GIS and field mapping tool
deployment.

The position is listed here, and the review of applications will begin
March 16, 2023.
https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF01693

*Spatial Ecology GIS Specialist, Conservation Biology, UC Riverside*

The Department of Center for Conservation Biology at the University of
California invites applicants for an Assistant Specialist for Spatial
Ecology GIS in Conservation Biology. The purpose of this position is to
specialist to assist with geospatial components and data visualization for
conservation research projects. The final candidate will develop analysis
in support of research on climate resilience in desert species and
ecosystem characteristics
throughout the biodiverse inland desert of southern California, including
Joshua Tree National Park. The project activities will consist of
developing tools for approaches to adaptive management that also include
engagement with underserved communities. A reasonable estimate for this
salary is $56,600-$63,000.

Key research activities will be directed to collect, and analyze GIS data
on species distribution, vegetation, climate change projections and
impacts, and socioeconomic trends with support from junior staff. In
addition to aridland vegetation distribution modeling, the position
includes some fieldwork in a variety of natural communities throughout the
Coachella Valley, California, and outreach to multiple stakeholders. The
specialist will have the opportunity to develop skills in communicating
conservation science to both technical and diverse lay audiences, through
creation of web-based tools, contributing to academic publications, and
public outreach.
Basic qualifications at time of application for this position include: BS
in Ecology, Conservation Biology or related field, with graduate or
equivalent work experience encompassing the use of GIS/spatial analysis
tools and data visualization.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ArcGIS/QGIS, R
• Experience manipulating, analyzing and interpreting statistical or
environmental data
• Demonstrated ability to plan and conduct projects and communicate results
to a research team in a dynamic environment
• Experience working and communicating science to stakeholders and
community members
• Ability to drive in California

Additional qualifications at time of hire for this position include:
• Experience with Python, web visualization (e.g. R-Shiny), and database
management
• Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish
• Experience participating in complex projects, developing spatial planning
or prioritization tools and coordinating the work of peers and nonprofit
partners

Advancement through the Specialist ranks at the University of California is
through a series of structured, merit based evaluations, occurring every
2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.
To apply: submit your CV, Cover Letter and Statement of Diversity
to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01693 along with the contacts of
three references. Review of applications will commence on March 16, 2023
and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants
should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

For more information about this position, please contact Lynn Sweet Chair
of the Search Committee. For questions on application procedures and
requirements, please contact Troy Hall Jr., Academic Personnel, at
troy.hall at ucr.edu.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of
excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse
undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing
routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation
college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the
University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.
All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full
Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on
Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral
(based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. New University
of California employees should refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the
policy for applicable deadlines. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are
defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives
may impose
additional requirements.


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Lynn C. Sweet, PhD
Asst. Research Ecologist & Principal Investigator
(she/her)

Center for Conservation Biology
University of California, Riverside
Palm Desert Center
75-080 Frank Sinatra Dr.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
lynn.sweet at ucr.edu

UCR Profile <https://profiles.ucr.edu/lynn.sweet>
Desert Climate Resilience Initiative
<https://sites.google.com/ucr.edu/ccb-dcri/home>

Tel: (760) 834-0594
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