Research Fellow
4 days ago
About the Position
The Family Forest Research Center (FFRC) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a highly motivated and personable Research Fellow to join our team. As a Research Fellow, you will work closely with our directors and other team members on various projects that explore the attitudes and behaviors of family forest owners and their impacts on the landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with FFRC team members and external researchers on ongoing research projects.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on family and Tribal forest owners.
- Analyze data and prepare reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Contribute to the development of new research initiatives based on your interests and expertise.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (social science, forestry, environmental science, human dimensions, or related field preferred).
- Two years of related experience.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Experience writing peer-reviewed journal articles, formal reports, and/or proposals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Statistical analysis experience preferred (ideally modeling and estimation).
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R) and GIS tools is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with surveys, family forest owners, or Tribal forest owners preferred.
Work Environment
The Research Fellow will work in a typical office environment with flexible hours.
UMass Amherst is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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