University of Wisconsin-Madison
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This position supports ongoing research on climate change impacts on regional resources. This position will collaborate with state, tribal, and federal government entities across the Upper Midwest to (1) identify terrestrial animal and plant species for priority evaluation of the direct and indirect impacts of climate change, and (2) convene state and regional working groups to identify common management objectives and terrestrial species for priority evaluations. Careful documentation and written and oral presentation of work will be required. Fulfillment of duties requires regional travel in the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes region. The research specialist will also collaborate with UW-Madison research associates, academic staff, and faculty affiliated with the project. Candidate must be a good communicator, well organized, self motivated, have good interpersonal skills, and enjoy working as part of a team. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in research on one of the major threats to global biodiversity.
Two years of experience working with natural resource managers in a collaborative setting. Expertise in terrestrial wildlife ecology, natural resource management practices, and basic computer skills are required. Prior experience in group facilitation/management and knowledge of climate impacts on natural resources and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are highly desirable.
This position is for a period of 9 months with an anticipated 3-6 months of additional support.
Please e-mail a resume/C.V., cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for 3 references as a .pdf file to Olivia LeDee, Assistant Scientist, Forest and Wildlife Ecology.
Phone: 608-265-9758
Fax: 608-262-9922