Assistant Program Director

Conservation Research Program

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We seek a botanist or plant ecologist to assist with management of our Plant Conservation Research Program at the Institute for Applied Ecology.  The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to natural resource research, conservation and education.  The Conservation Research Program works with a diversity of agencies to implement a number of projects, including evaluation of habitat management practices on rare plant populations, restoration and reintroduction, invasive species assessment and control methods, population viability analysis, and long-term population monitoring.  Responsibilities will include assisting with supervision of field staff and interns, day-to-day planning and management, data analysis, report writing, attending meetings, and other duties.  This position will require extensive travel (approximately 50% overnight) during the field season. For more information about the program, applicants are encouraged to visit our website, www.appliedeco.org

 
Qualifications:   The successful applicant will have…

• …a strong background in plant ecology.
• …a demonstrated ability to statistically analyze data.
• …a strong background in both oral and written communication.
• …a masters degree plus one year of work experience.
• …the ability to hike over rough terrain with a backpack weighing at least 20 pounds and work in all weather conditions.

Persons with a demonstrated ability to work with multiple collaborators, including researchers and land managers, are encouraged to apply.

 Compensation and start date: 

• The pay rate for these positions will be in the range of $2,160 to $3,000 per month, based on education and experience. 
• This position is eligible for IAE’s health insurance package.
• Preference will be given to applicants who can start by May 1, 2008.

Application:

Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted until the position is filled. 

To apply for this position, submit:

• A letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Graduate school transcripts (unofficial acceptable)
• Three letters of recommendation (not just a list of references)
• A writing sample (e.g. thesis chapter, publication, or technical report) is strongly encouraged.

We can only accept applications from US citizens or those who hold a Greencard or work Visa.

IAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors.

Please direct questions or application materials to:

Andrea S. Thorpe

Director, Conservation Research Program

PO Box 2855

Corvallis, Oregon 97339-2855

e-mail:  andrea@appliedeco.org

phone:  541-753-3099