Forest and Agroforestry Systems Modeler Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory Colorado State University Keith Paustian and Mark Easter ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>, 970.491.1098)
The Natural Resource Ecology Lab at Colorado State University seeks to hire a forest/agroforestry systems modeler to work on the integration of the USDA Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) into the USDA/NRCS COMET-Farm entity-level greenhouse gas inventory system (http://cometfarm.nrel.colostate.edu/). The successful candidate will have at least a B.S. in forestry, soil sciences, biology, ecology, natural resources management or a related field. An MSc in a related field is desired. Experience with forest inventory methods along with forest stand and biomass modeling using the USFS Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) model is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. The term of the project is limited by available funding, beginning as soon as possible and ending before September 15, 2016, with a possible extension for one year depending on work performance and available funding. The successful candidate would be initially hired as an hourly employee for $18-$25/hour, depending on experience. The work schedule is flexible but would be limited to 40 hours per week for the duration of the project. To apply, contact Mark Easter at the contact links above. Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. --- Mark Easter, Senior Research Associate Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory NESB room A211, Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO 80523-1499 (970) 491-1098 www.nrel.colostate.edu<http://www.nrel.colostate.edu>
