University of Nevada, Reno
Research Scientist, Natural Resources & Environmental Science (NRES)
University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
University of Nevada, Reno
The University of Nevada, Reno, under the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources (CABNR), invites applications for a Research Scientist position in the Bisbing Lab, housed within the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science (NRES), located in Reno, Nevada. This scientific leadership role will guide the lab's grant proposal development and enhance scholarly output, with a major emphasis on advancing the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Experiment (AMEX) initiative, a large-scale, applied research project focused on forest resilience and adaptive management. The successful candidate will combine domain expertise with strategic oversight to secure funding and drive high-impact publications in service of the lab's mission. Major Responsibilities: Lead comprehensive grant proposal development and submission processes, identifying funding opportunities aligned with laboratory research priorities Supervise and mentor a team of Master's-level scientists, providing guidance on research methodologies, professional development, and career advancement Develop high-impact manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, coordinating multi-author publications and ensuring rigorous scientific standards Collaborate with principal investigators to establish research priorities and strategic direction for the AMEX project Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful grant performance and compliance Foster partnerships with external collaborators, industry partners, and funding agencies to expand research opportunities Present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to the laboratory's visibility in the scientific community Required Qualifications: Master's degree and seven (7) years experience in Forestry and/or Ecology and strong evidence of publication success Proven track record of successful grant acquisitions and peer-reviewed publications Experience managing research teams and mentoring junior scientists Strong project management and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Preferred Qualifications: PhD and a minimum of 5 years experience in Forestry and/or Ecology and strong evidence of publication success Licensure: A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license within 30 days of appointment. Schedule and Travel: Variable work schedule Occasional travel Compensation: Research Scientist, 12-month Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Remarkable Retirement! Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada. Perks of Working at UNR! Health insurance options including dental and vision Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders. Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. No state income tax! Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees: The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits but, in order to be eligible, children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program: The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Department Information: The Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to educate, inspire and prepare the next generation of scientists. Department faculty are engaged in cutting-edge research in Air, Water, Soils, plants and wildlife.
The University of Nevada, Reno, under the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources (CABNR), invites applications for a Research Scientist position in the Bisbing Lab, housed within the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science (NRES), located in Reno, Nevada. This scientific leadership role will guide the lab's grant proposal development and enhance scholarly output, with a major emphasis on advancing the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Experiment (AMEX) initiative, a large-scale, applied research project focused on forest resilience and adaptive management. The successful candidate will combine domain expertise with strategic oversight to secure funding and drive high-impact publications in service of the lab's mission. Major Responsibilities: Lead comprehensive grant proposal development and submission processes, identifying funding opportunities aligned with laboratory research priorities Supervise and mentor a team of Master's-level scientists, providing guidance on research methodologies, professional development, and career advancement Develop high-impact manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, coordinating multi-author publications and ensuring rigorous scientific standards Collaborate with principal investigators to establish research priorities and strategic direction for the AMEX project Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful grant performance and compliance Foster partnerships with external collaborators, industry partners, and funding agencies to expand research opportunities Present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to the laboratory's visibility in the scientific community Required Qualifications: Master's degree and seven (7) years experience in Forestry and/or Ecology and strong evidence of publication success Proven track record of successful grant acquisitions and peer-reviewed publications Experience managing research teams and mentoring junior scientists Strong project management and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Preferred Qualifications: PhD and a minimum of 5 years experience in Forestry and/or Ecology and strong evidence of publication success Licensure: A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license within 30 days of appointment. Schedule and Travel: Variable work schedule Occasional travel Compensation: Research Scientist, 12-month Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Remarkable Retirement! Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada. Perks of Working at UNR! Health insurance options including dental and vision Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders. Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. No state income tax! Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees: The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits but, in order to be eligible, children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program: The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Department Information: The Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to educate, inspire and prepare the next generation of scientists. Department faculty are engaged in cutting-edge research in Air, Water, Soils, plants and wildlife.