The Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science and Michigan
Technological University have two available scientist positions in
Houghton, MI. These positions will focus on providing outreach and
transferring climate change-related information to a variety of
audiences, with an emphasis on natural resource managers.
1) This position utilizes a wide range of scientific information on the
topics of climate change, carbon, bioenergy, and landscape scale
conservation to provide clear synthesis and communication for enhancing
natural resources and forest management in the context of climate
change. The primary responsibility of this position is to support the
activities of multiple Climate Change Response Framework Projects in the
Midwest and Northeastern US (www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/climate/
<http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/climate/>). Specific duties include: (1)
synthesizing research information and results into a variety of
documents, including climate change vulnerability assessments for forest
ecosystems; (2) participating in communication, outreach, and technology
transfer activities related to ecosystem management and climate change;
and (3) assisting in the organization of workshops, seminars, trainings,
and scientific meetings. Questions about this position can be directed
to Chris Swanston at [email protected] or (906) 482-6303 x20.
2) This position utilizes a wide range of scientific information on the
topics of climate change, silviculture, and ecosystem vulnerability
assessment to facilitate the development of on-the-ground climate change
adaptation silviculture approaches in the form of research studies on
select US Forest Service Experimental Forests and Ranges across the US.
Specific duties include: (1) synthesizing research information and
results into a variety of documents, including climate change
vulnerability assessments for forest ecosystems; (2) participation in
communication, outreach, and technology transfer activities related to
ecosystem management and climate change; (3) organization and delivery
of workshops, seminars, trainings, and scientific meetings; and (4)
participation in experimental study design and monitoring programs.
Questions about this position can be directed to Linda Nagel at
[email protected] or (906) 487-2812.
Application materials are available through Michigan Tech:
www.admin.mtu.edu/hro/postings/index.shtml
<http://www.admin.mtu.edu/hro/postings/index.shtml>. Michigan Tech is an
equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer.
THE NORTHERN INSTITUTE OF APPLIED CLIMATE SCIENCE (NIACS)
NIACS is a collaborative effort among the USFS Northern Research Station
(NRS), USFS Eastern Region (R9), USFS Northeastern Area State and
Private Forestry (NA), Michigan Technological University (Michigan
Tech), and the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement (NCASI).
NIACS staff members currently include employees of
NRS, R9, and Michigan Tech. NIACS develops synthesis products, fosters
communication, and pursues science in three main focus areas: climate
change, carbon science and management, and bioenergy. More information
at: www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/ <http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/>.
HOUGHTON, MICHIGAN
These positions will be located on the campus of Michigan Technological
University <http://www.mtu.edu/> in Houghton, Michigan. Houghton is
located on the scenic Keweenaw Peninsula, rated by National Geographic
Adventure Magazine as one of the top 10 outdoor adventure spots in the
country. Proximity to beautiful Lake Superior and extensive forests,
lakes, and rivers provides opportunities for a range of recreational
activities, including hiking, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and
hunting. With an average of 200 inches of snow each year, cross-country
and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, and other activities keep residents
active and outside all winter long. Houghton has been ranked as one of
the 100 best places to live <http://www.cityofhoughton.com/>.
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Patricia Butler
Climate Change Outreach Specialist
Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science
School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49931 USA
(906) 482-6303 x12
http://nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/
