forest ecologist

89 forest ecologist job listings in United States. Find daily updated positions from leading job boards.


  • United States Oregon State University Full-time

    Oregon State University’s Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center invites applications for two full-time Faculty Research Assistant positions in Union, Oregon. These roles support forest and rangeland ecology projects, including mule deer forage studies and restoration work with Indigenous partners. You will collect environmental data, assist with...


  • United States National Park Service Full-time

    You will serve as a Ecologist (Temporary) the NPS Sierra Nevada Inventory & Monitoring Network. This is a temporary position expected to last up to 1 year, and may be extended up to a maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: February 2027. Open to the first 40 applicants or until 10/30/2026 whichever comes...


  • United States US National Park Service Full-time

    You will serve as a Ecologist (Temporary) the NPS Sierra Nevada Inventory & Monitoring Network. This is a temporary position expected to last up to 1 year, and may be extended up to a maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: February 2027. Open to the first 40 applicants or until 10/30/2026 whichever comes...


  • Sacramento, CA, Sacramento County, CA; California, United States National Park Service Full-time

    You will serve as a Ecologist (Temporary) the NPS Sierra Nevada Inventory & Monitoring Network. This is a temporary position expected to last up to 1 year, and may be extended up to a maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: February 2027. Open to the first 40 applicants or until 10/30/2026 whichever comes...


  • San Francisco, CA, United States Association For Fire Ecology Full-time

    Fire and Landscape EcologistThe California Coastal Commission is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist or Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to join its Ecology Team (Technical Services Unit) at its Headquarters Office in downtown San Francisco. This position will primarily focus on the relationship between wildfire and coastal ecology as...


  • Edgewater, MD, Anne Arundel County, MD; Maryland, United States Smithsonian Full-time

    Smithsonian Environmental Research Center seeks a Research Ecologist, Temperate Forests, to lead an independent research program in temperate forest ecology and strengthen ForestGEO collaborations in the United States. The role requires designing studies, publishing results, and coordinating with partner institutions. Based in Edgewater, Maryland, the...


  • land o lakes, wi, United States Battelle Memorial Institute Full-time

    Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide...

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    United States Holden Forests & Gardens Full-time

    Holden Forests & Gardens connects people with the wonder, beauty and value of trees and plants, to inspire action for healthy communities. When you join HF&G, you join a team of professionals who are passionate about improving Northeast Ohio’s communities through our mission-driven programs. The Holden Arboretum seeks an Ecologist to join its Research...


  • United States UC Santa Barbara Full-time

    Applications are invited for a postdoctoral scholar to engage in research as part of a collaborative team across University of Utah, University of California Irvine, and University of California Santa Barbara focused on understanding disturbance impacts on terrestrial carbon cycling in the continental US and Canada. The postdoctoral scholar will lead work on...


  • Edgewater, MD, United States Smithsonian Full-time $130,000 - $158,000

    Smithsonian Environmental Research Center seeks a Research Ecologist, Temperate Forests, to lead an independent research program in temperate forest ecology and strengthen ForestGEO collaborations in the United States. The role requires designing studies, publishing results, and coordinating with partner institutions.Based in Edgewater, Maryland, the...


  • Tonawanda, New York, United States The Davey Tree Expert Company Full-time

    Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Tonawanda, NY Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 227195 Position Overview Davey Resource Group (DRG) is seeking an experienced Ecologist/Project Manager to help grow and lead ecological consulting services throughout Western New York and the Great Lakes region. This is a high-impact...


  • Santa Barbara, CA, United States University of California, Santa Barbara Full-time

    Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar in Forest Resilience to Climate Extremes Salary range: $71,491 - $82,677Percent time: 100%Anticipated start: January 4, 2027 or laterPosition duration: 2 yearsApplication Window Open date: October 22, 2026 Next review date: Monday, Nov 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure...


  • Sacramento, CA, Sacramento County, CA; California, United States UC Santa Barbara Full-time

    Applications are invited for a postdoctoral scholar to engage in research as part of a collaborative team across University of Utah, University of California Irvine, and University of California Santa Barbara focused on understanding disturbance impacts on terrestrial carbon cycling in the continental US and Canada. The postdoctoral scholar will lead work on...


  • United States Mohonk Preserve Full-time

    A nonprofit nature preserve is looking for an Applied Forest Ecologist to develop and implement ecological research for sustainable forest management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and at least 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include evaluating climate impacts, supervising technicians, and designing research projects....

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    Kirtland, Geauga County, OH, Geauga County, OH; Ohio, United States Holden Forests & Gardens Full-time

    Holden Forests & Gardens connects people with the wonder, beauty and value of trees and plants, to inspire action for healthy communities. When you join HF&G, you join a team of professionals who are passionate about improving Northeast Ohio’s communities through our mission-driven programs. The Holden Arboretum seeks an Ecologist to join its Research...

  • Ecologist

    2 weeks ago


    Grand Lake, Colorado, United States National Park Service Full-time $74,678 Contract

    Summary You will serve as a Ecologist in the Resource Stewardship Division. Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work for approximately 11 1/2 months and you will be in a non-pay status during the first 2 weeks of...


  • Fairbanks, AK, United States University of Alaska Fairbanks Full-time

    The University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in terrestrial ecosystem ecology focused on boreal forest ecosystems. The hire is open to Assistant or Associate Professor with a 9-month appointment and potential 3-month extension funded externally.The successful candidate will teach two courses per year in Biology...


  • Santa Barbara, California, United States UC Santa Barbara Full-time

    Postdoctoral Scholar in Forest Resilience to Climate ExtremesPosition overview:Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar in Forest Resilience to Climate ExtremesSalary range: $71,491 - $82,677Percent time: 100%Anticipated start: January 4, 2027 or laterPosition duration: 2 yearsApplication Window:Open date: October 22, 2026Next review date: Monday, Nov 23, 2026...

  • Ecologist

    2 weeks ago


    Kirtland, OH, United States Holden Forests & Gardens Full-time $75,000 - $85,000

    Holden Forests & Gardens connects people with the wonder, beauty and value of trees and plants, to inspire action for healthy communities. When you join HF&G, you join a team of professionals who are passionate about improving Northeast Ohio’s communities through our mission-driven programs. The Holden Arboretum seeks an Ecologist to join its Research...


  • Edgewater, MD, United States Smithsonian Full-time $130,000 - $158,000

    Research Ecologist, Temperate Forests - ForestGEO ProgramApplication Deadline: 30 October 2026Department: Smithsonian Environmental Research CenterEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Edgewater, MDCompensation: $143,913 / yearDescriptionOPEN DATE: September 28, 2026CLOSING DATE: October 30, 2026POSITION TYPE: Trust FundAPPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary, Not to...