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Job Description
The Scientist V at RES is a senior environmental professional responsible for providing expert scientific leadership in ecological restoration projects, guiding data collection, analysis, and regulatory compliance, while mentoring junior staff and influencing environmental outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior technical authority in wetlands, stream morphology, soils, water quality, and related areas, guiding internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies with scientific expertise.
- Lead and design ecological studies, including data collection protocols and functional assessments.
- Review and coach junior scientists on technical reports, assessments, and scientific storytelling.
- Collaborate with project managers on staffing, project planning, budgeting, and reporting for multiple projects.
- Represent the organization as a thought leader by preparing conference materials and engaging with clients, agencies, and scientific communities.
Requirements
- 15 years of experience in environmental science, or 13 years with an advanced degree
- Bachelor's degree in natural or physical sciences
- Expertise in one or more disciplines such as wetlands, soils, water quality, stream morphology, ecology, biology, or geology
- Deep understanding of regional regulatory requirements and permitting processes
- Strong experience in functional assessments and field lab data analysis
- Advanced knowledge of GIS and environmental mapping
- Proficient in scientific software and field equipment such as YSI meters, GPS, turbidimeters, etc.
- Skilled in project planning, budgeting, staffing, and reporting
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work schedule not specified
Work environment perks not specified
Opportunities for mentoring and sharing expertise
Proactive collaboration across teams, departments, and geographies
Professional development through staying current with scientific literature, policy changes, and best practices
Building relationships with clients, agencies, and peers
Leadership and influence in environmental science and restoration projects
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