Woodwell Climate Research Center
Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher)
Woodwell Climate Research Center, Falmouth, Massachusetts, us, 02540
Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher)
Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis. Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact help individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth. Summary
Join Woodwell Climate’s Soil Carbon Lab as a Research Associate (or Postdoctoral Researcher). In this role, you will focus on the intersection of soil and climate sciences with statistics, mathematics and machine learning. The successful candidate will contribute to current projects, advance their own interests, and explore new avenues to generate a meaningful impact in addressing the soil and climate data needs. The successful candidate may utilize spectroscopy, remote sensing, digital mapping, machine learning, and process-based modeling to understand how soils and agricultural systems behave and are influenced by management decisions. The candidate will help compile and process spectroscopy and geospatial data, will lead reproducible data analysis pipelines, and produce meaningful information with advanced methods. Responsibilities
Write and implement advanced statistical and ML/AI code Database and online resource management of the Open Soil Spectral Library Document and report research outcomes as a leading author or coauthor of scientific publications and conference proceedings Stay current with advances in data science and modeling communities, considering new ways and algorithms that can be utilized to enhance our science Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated record of successful research Strong data science skills, including proficiency in spatial data analysis Experience in implementing machine learning or advanced statistical analysis Experience using version control (Git, GitHub) Strong coding skills (Python, R, other languages a plus) Superior oral and written communication and networking skills Ability to work as a member of a highly collaborative team in a fast-paced environment Willingness to travel about 5% of the time Qualifications
3+ years’ experience with a Master's degree in Environmental Data Science, Soil Science, Earth System Science, Ecology, Geography, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline, or 5+ years experience, appropriate for the requirements of the job with a bachelor's degree for the Research Associate level, or Ph.D. (granted or expected soon) in Environmental Data Science, Soil Science, Earth System Science, Ecology, Geography, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline for the Postdoctoral Researcher level Woodwell Climate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, genetic information or protected categories by law. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
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Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis. Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact help individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth. Summary
Join Woodwell Climate’s Soil Carbon Lab as a Research Associate (or Postdoctoral Researcher). In this role, you will focus on the intersection of soil and climate sciences with statistics, mathematics and machine learning. The successful candidate will contribute to current projects, advance their own interests, and explore new avenues to generate a meaningful impact in addressing the soil and climate data needs. The successful candidate may utilize spectroscopy, remote sensing, digital mapping, machine learning, and process-based modeling to understand how soils and agricultural systems behave and are influenced by management decisions. The candidate will help compile and process spectroscopy and geospatial data, will lead reproducible data analysis pipelines, and produce meaningful information with advanced methods. Responsibilities
Write and implement advanced statistical and ML/AI code Database and online resource management of the Open Soil Spectral Library Document and report research outcomes as a leading author or coauthor of scientific publications and conference proceedings Stay current with advances in data science and modeling communities, considering new ways and algorithms that can be utilized to enhance our science Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated record of successful research Strong data science skills, including proficiency in spatial data analysis Experience in implementing machine learning or advanced statistical analysis Experience using version control (Git, GitHub) Strong coding skills (Python, R, other languages a plus) Superior oral and written communication and networking skills Ability to work as a member of a highly collaborative team in a fast-paced environment Willingness to travel about 5% of the time Qualifications
3+ years’ experience with a Master's degree in Environmental Data Science, Soil Science, Earth System Science, Ecology, Geography, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline, or 5+ years experience, appropriate for the requirements of the job with a bachelor's degree for the Research Associate level, or Ph.D. (granted or expected soon) in Environmental Data Science, Soil Science, Earth System Science, Ecology, Geography, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline for the Postdoctoral Researcher level Woodwell Climate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, genetic information or protected categories by law. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
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