*Term Statistician GS-1530-11/12 OR Ecologist GS-408-11/12*
The USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Snake River Field Station will be hiring a full-time, Term position at the GS11/12 grade level. The purpose of the position is to perform professional work that uses spatial, statistical, and mathematical modeling approaches to analyze and project the role of fire in landscapes of the western United States. Primary objectives of the research will be to develop statistical and mathematical models to help understand distributions of vegetation and associated fire regimes in relation to current bioclimatic settings, to analyze interactions between vegetation and fire in response to land management and climate variability, and to project probable fire-vegetation shifts. The research requires an experience with statistical and mathematical modeling techniques, an understanding of simulation modeling applications, and a basic knowledge of plant ecology, disturbance ecology, and climatology. The position will focus on planning, organizing, and carrying out specific scientific study plans on topics such as fire and plant community interactions, the effect of invasive species on fire regimes, the influence of climate on fire-vegetation dynamics, and the use of fuels management to protect or restore ecosystems. The position will provide statistical expertise and support services to scientists and research managers involved in the FRESC fire ecology research program; evaluate new statistical or modeling software for application to FRESC fire ecology research; and conduct research on mathematical and statistical techniques and theory necessary for solving complex problems. Please see education and experience requirements in the full vacancy announcement. Salary is GS-11 $28.06/hour and GS-12 $33.63/hour. This position will be located in Boise, Idaho. *The job will be posted on the internet at **www.usajobs.gov* <http://www.usajobs.gov/>* All applicants must apply at this website.* Opens 06/09/2015 Closes 06/19/2015 Statistician GS11/12 - Announcement # PAC-2015-0550 Ecologist GS11/12 - Announcement # PAC-2015-0548 The USGS 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. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities For more information please contact: Candace Azevedo Phone: (916) 278-9393 [email protected] U.S. Geological Survey - Office of Human Resources 3020 State University Dr East, Suite 2001 Sacramento, CA 95819 -- Susan McIlroy Ecologist USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center Snake River Field Station 970 Lusk St., Boise, ID 83706 Phone: (208) 426.5218
