Director of Science

Role Overview

• guide Nevada and Utah Chapters in developing and deploying an evidence-based, scientific approach to inspire, inform, and shape their conservation and policy strategies.
• promote positive outcomes for both nature and people within these states.
• collaborate with other programs in the Western United States and Canada Division.
• drive projects, supervise and mentor staff, and integrate an evidence-based, scientific approach to conservation planning.
• establish collaborative multi-disciplinary scientific partnerships, and communicate effectively and persuasively.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree and 7 years’ experience in conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing complex projects including project design, financial management, and accountability for outcomes.
• Experience creating partnerships with conservation colleagues, agencies, and/or academic institutions.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
• Experience manipulating, analyzing and interpreting statistical or environmental data.
• Record of peer reviewed publications in scientific journals, original science papers, and/or synthesis papers.
• Experience fundraising and/or writing grants and research proposals.
• Strong familiarity with and understanding of climate change and its impacts on species, ecosystems, and people.

Benefits

• health care benefits
• flexible spending accounts
• a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
• parental leave
• accrued paid time off
• life insurance
• disability coverage
• employee assistance program
• other life and work well-being benefits