Highstead <http://www.highstead.net/> is seeking a highly qualified early-career scientist for a *six-month* *Conservation Science Research Assistant *position. The research assistant (RA) will provide technical and scientific support for the Wildlands and Woodlands Initiative <http://www.wildlandsandwoodlands.org/>, a partnership between Highstead and the Harvard Forest. The RA will work with senior researchers at both Highstead and Harvard Forest, and possibly with external collaborators, to complete the development of a regional GIS database on protected open space. The RA will be expected to lead all geospatial data management, including quality assessment, and readying the data for distribution. Additionally, the RA will contribute to innovative research on the trends in land protection, conservation easements, and publication of findings in major scientific and popular publications.
We seek a recent graduate from a Bachelor or, preferably, a Master’s program in geospatial science, geography, conservation, natural resources, or other related background. While technical geospatial expertise is critical, we seek someone with familiarity with land conservation, land use, landscape ecology, or remote sensing databases. Candidates must be meticulous about data and have excellent writing, research, and organizational skills. Priority will be given to candidates with strong GIS, database development, analytical programming (e.g., R and/or python), and quantitative skills. This is a 6-month term position with a competitive hourly wage, and possibility of extension. The RA will be located in Petersham, MA or Redding, CT. Submit curriculum vitae and 1-page letter of interest to [email protected], with “Conservation Science Research Assistant” in the subject. Review of applications will begin May 25 and continue until position is filled. For additional information, click <http://highstead.net/pdfs/Highstead_ResearchAssistant_POS.pdf> here. -- *Jody Cologgi* Highstead 127 Lonetown Road Redding, CT 06875 (203) 938-8809 [email protected]
