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

[Lynn Sweet]

The initial review period closes this Friday! See below for a posting
within CCB. Please feel free to pass on to those that may be interested.

On Mon, Feb 27, 2023 at 2:30 PM Lynn Sweet <lynn.sweet at ucr.edu> wrote:

> 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.
>
>
> --
> 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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