Northern Arizona University
Postdoctoral Scholar – Northern Arizona University
Center for Adaptable Western Landscapes (CAWL) invites a Postdoctoral Scholar to develop, integrate, and apply monitoring of fuel conditions across the southwestern United States and evaluate fuel treatment effectiveness. The scholar will partner with fire science and land‑manager teams to leverage advanced tools in assessing fuel load, fire behavior, and fire effects on society and ecosystems.
Special Information Eligible for on‑site, hybrid, or remote work. On‑site work requires the incumbent to complete primary work at an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. Hybrid work allows work at BOTH an NAU site and a non‑centralized site. Remote work allows work at a location other than an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. The position is subject to funding availability and does not open to Service Professional, non‑renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.
Responsibilities
Data Collection and Analysis – 40%
– Develop methodologies and workflow to apply vegetation and fuel monitoring, including LiDAR and other remote sensing data, to reduce fuel load and wildfire risk. Analyze spatial and temporal variations across large landscapes. Map fuel loads and environmental conditions across areas receiving management treatments.
Writing and Dissemination – 40%
– Lead development of scientific journal articles and information briefs summarizing findings, having primary responsibility for writing. Prepare data, code, and maps for release to journal outlets and project partners. Develop figures and tables to communicate findings. Present results at scientific and land‑manager meetings and workshops.
Project Coordination and Public Engagement – 15%
– Coordinate project with diverse partners and supervise logistical needs of the project. Implement regular check‑ins with science and manager teams and communicate project updates. Identify new partners and provide feedback on project development.
Other – 5%
– Complete other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD or equivalent doctorate in ecology, remote sensing science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
A combination of related education, experience, and training may serve as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and experience with fire ecology practices and methods.
Experience with compilation, synthesis, and analysis of large datasets.
Leadership in publishing peer‑reviewed journal articles.
Experience with field research practice.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficient in fire ecology research methods, protocols, data collection, and analysis.
Familiar with patterns and processes of terrestrial dryland ecosystems in the southwestern United States.
Organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Skill in leading, coordinating, and supervising the work of others.
Compensation Budgeted salary
$65,000 . Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
Pre‑Employment Check Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following prior to employment: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification, and degree verification (in some cases).
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Special Information Eligible for on‑site, hybrid, or remote work. On‑site work requires the incumbent to complete primary work at an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. Hybrid work allows work at BOTH an NAU site and a non‑centralized site. Remote work allows work at a location other than an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. The position is subject to funding availability and does not open to Service Professional, non‑renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.
Responsibilities
Data Collection and Analysis – 40%
– Develop methodologies and workflow to apply vegetation and fuel monitoring, including LiDAR and other remote sensing data, to reduce fuel load and wildfire risk. Analyze spatial and temporal variations across large landscapes. Map fuel loads and environmental conditions across areas receiving management treatments.
Writing and Dissemination – 40%
– Lead development of scientific journal articles and information briefs summarizing findings, having primary responsibility for writing. Prepare data, code, and maps for release to journal outlets and project partners. Develop figures and tables to communicate findings. Present results at scientific and land‑manager meetings and workshops.
Project Coordination and Public Engagement – 15%
– Coordinate project with diverse partners and supervise logistical needs of the project. Implement regular check‑ins with science and manager teams and communicate project updates. Identify new partners and provide feedback on project development.
Other – 5%
– Complete other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD or equivalent doctorate in ecology, remote sensing science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
A combination of related education, experience, and training may serve as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and experience with fire ecology practices and methods.
Experience with compilation, synthesis, and analysis of large datasets.
Leadership in publishing peer‑reviewed journal articles.
Experience with field research practice.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficient in fire ecology research methods, protocols, data collection, and analysis.
Familiar with patterns and processes of terrestrial dryland ecosystems in the southwestern United States.
Organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Skill in leading, coordinating, and supervising the work of others.
Compensation Budgeted salary
$65,000 . Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
Pre‑Employment Check Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following prior to employment: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification, and degree verification (in some cases).
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