Terrestrial Ecology Lead

We are seeking a highly skilled Terrestrial Ecology Lead to join our team at the Wildlife Conservation Society - Arctic Beringia Program. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing research efforts that support our programmatic goals.

• Design and implement research efforts to support programmatic goals
• Work with Indigenous partners and local landowners to develop and implement conservation projects
• Conduct synthesis and modeling of existing data to inform conservation efforts
• Develop and publish conservation-relevant materials, including peer-reviewed literature and popular media articles
• Build and maintain relationships with agency, research, community, and Indigenous partners
• Assist in identifying grant opportunities and developing strong proposals

• PhD in natural science or environmental policy with at least three years of applied experience in wildlife management
• Proven expertise in habitat selection modeling, resource selection functions, and assessment of wildlife movement from tracking data
• Proven ability to write multi-partner and interdisciplinary proposals
• Proven ability to work in a co-productive space with Indigenous partners
• Strong communication skills with examples of published work in the written and online media
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) language

• Preferred residency in Fairbanks
• Expected travel: 10% time potentially traveling for field activities, meetings, and training
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and responding quickly to sudden needs and opportunities
• Self-Reliance in Remote Work Environments

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value.