Applied Climate Resilience Scientist 3 Hybrid

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Climate Impacts Group invites applications for a Research Scientist 3 to lead applied climate resilience and water management projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role emphasizes independent task leadership, collaboration with senior scientists, and strong analytical skills using R, Python, GIS, and mixed methods.

Hybrid work with in-person days on the UW Seattle campus at least two days per week and telework arrangements; reporting to a senior scientist and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, hydrology, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience managing climate resilience or water management projects.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks and manage moderately sized applied climate resilience and water management projects.
• Evaluate benefits, tradeoffs, uncertainties, and implementation of adaptation strategies.
• Apply spatial and quantitative analysis methods to communicate complex data.

Skills

Spatial analysis

R/Python

GIS

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

R

Python

GIS

Job description

The University of Washington Climate Impacts Group invites applications for a Research Scientist 3 to lead applied climate resilience and water management projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role emphasizes independent task leadership, collaboration with senior scientists, and strong analytical skills using R, Python, GIS, and mixed methods.

Hybrid work with in-person days on the UW Seattle campus at least two days per week and telework arrangements; reporting to a senior scientist and