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Salary- Monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience

Research Project: This research project will look at methods for improving the inclusion of disturbance into forest carbon models in the Pacific Northwest. The participant will summarize current carbon modeling methods for incorporation of disturbance, research improvements for addressing disturbances in forest carbon projections, and engage with a diverse group of interested parties on issues around sequestration of carbon in western forests.  

Learning Objectives: Learning opportunities for the participant include increased understanding of forest carbon accounting, disturbance and management interactions, and forest modeling methods.  The participant will gain experience in sharing results through the development of publications and presentations.

Mentor: The mentor for this opportunity is Tara Barrett (tara.barrett@usda.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: May 2022, or as soon as a qualified candidate is identified.  Start date is flexible and negotiable, and will depend on a variety of factors.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be extended upon recommendation of USFS and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.

Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.

Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR) only.

ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and USFS. Participants do not become employees of USDA, USFS, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.

Questions: Please visit our Program Website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email USForestService@orise.orau.gov and include the reference code for this opportunity. 

The qualified candidate should have received an master’s or doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields or be currently pursuing the degree with completion by June 30, 2022.

Preferred skills:

  • Knowledge of forest ecology and management 
  • Strong skills in data analysis, programming, and modelling techniques
  • Good oral and written communication skills, particularly in communicating science and research results 
  • Interest in carbon accounting and forest modelling
  • Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
  • Degree: Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 6/30/2022 12:00:00 AM.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences 
    • Earth and Geosciences 
    • Environmental and Marine Sciences 
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences 
    • Mathematics and Statistics