TRADITIONAL AGRO-ECOLOGY RESEARCH SPECIALIST - ID# 224683

$62,000 - $89,000/Yr

Rcuh - Hilo, HI

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Hilo, HI

About the position

The Traditional Agro-Ecology Research Specialist position at the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii involves conducting research in traditional agro-ecology, focusing on spatial modeling, data collection, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The role requires a PhD in a relevant field and entails leading analyses, field verification, and dissemination of research results while working closely with local communities and resource management partners.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for spatial modeling, site validation, data collection and curation.
• Interface with Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) teams and Native Hawaiian community advisors for deliverable development.
• Work with NRCS local soil survey office and National Ecological Site Team to identify key locations and ecological sites for research.
• Lead analyses, conceptual development, training, and dissemination of results throughout the project.
• Identify field verification work and select field sites.
• Obtain access permissions for all field-related activities.
• Communicate promptly regarding administrative or operational issues related to responsibilities.
• Compile information for semi-annual performance reports and writing tasks for broader impacts.
• Drive as needed to support project work.

Requirements

• PhD from an accredited college or university in soil science, agro-ecology, environmental studies, geography, sustainable biology, or related field.
• 1-3 years of research experience in traditional agro-ecology, tropical soil science, or related ecological field.
• Experience with the Ecosystem Dynamics Interpretive Tool (EDIT) framework.
• Experience collaborating with local and national partners in resource management or ecological research.

Nice-to-haves

• Five years of experience designing, implementing, monitoring, and documenting traditional Hawaiian agro-ecological research.
• Experience working with traditional agro-ecological knowledge and developing detailed work plans for research implementation.
• Experience applying traditional knowledge to spatial ecological research.
• Successful experience with drafting manuscripts and the peer-review publication process related to agro-ecological research.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities