Conservation Science Coordinator — Remote & Impact-Driven

National Wildlife Federation; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance options

Retirement plan with match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

National Wildlife Federation seeks a Conservation Science Coordinator to join our Science Team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on reviewing scientific content, coordinating funded projects, and creating science-based advocacy materials for wildlife conservation and climate resilience.

The position supports collaboration with policymakers, researchers, and external partners, with a flexible work model including office, hybrid, or remote arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to wildlife conservation and climate change issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental justice.
• Broad knowledge of U.S. natural history, including life history and identification of North American wildlife and habitats.
• Ability to communicate scientific/technical material to broad audiences; writing/editing samples may be requested.
• Ability to perform administrative support tasks for a high-performing professional team.
• Strong initiative and ability to manage tasks independently.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate/manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively in person or remotely.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary reviewer for NWF's Science Content Review System and review public-facing materials for scientific accuracy.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Science Content Review System across staff.
• Support funded projects with coordination, tracking deliverables, research, and translating findings into written materials.
• Create science-based advocacy materials to promote wildlife conservation priorities.
• Research, write, and edit reports, factsheets, blogs, and web content on wildlife conservation topics.
• Engage with partner organizations and policymakers, including members of Congress and staff, for fly-ins and events.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling and meeting minutes.

Skills

Project coordination

Independent work

Communication of technical material

Time management

Collaboration (remote-friendly)

Data organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biology/Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

Job description

National Wildlife Federation seeks a Conservation Science Coordinator to join our Science Team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on reviewing scientific content, coordinating funded projects, and creating science-based advocacy materials for wildlife conservation and climate resilience.

The position supports collaboration with policymakers, researchers, and external partners, with a flexible work model including office, hybrid, or remote arrangements.