Field Botany Ecologist for NEON Data & Fieldwork

Battelle; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 61,463,000 - 64,644,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Battelle seeks a Field Ecologist I – Botany for an onsite role in Tuscaloosa, AL. The position involves planning and executing plant phenology, diversity, and biogeochemistry data collection, with emphasis on data accuracy and safety in field settings.

Responsibilities include supervising field personnel, data quality checks, permit compliance, and contributing to a culture of safety across field sites managed from the Tuscaloosa office.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in ecology, forestry, environmental sciences or related field with 1 year related experience, or 2+ years total experience.
• Onsite Tuscaloosa, AL required per job posting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, supervise and perform plant phenology, diversity, productivity, and biogeochemistry data collection.
• Record data accurately and perform data QC checks and resolve errors with staff scientists.
• Provide training and technical guidance to seasonal field personnel.
• Ensure hazards are identified and mitigated and support safety culture.
• Follow permitting requirements and assist with permit reporting and renewals.

Skills

Field data collection

Safety training

Data quality checks

Training seasonal staff

Education

Associate degree or 2+ years experience

Job description

Battelle seeks a Field Ecologist I – Botany for an onsite role in Tuscaloosa, AL. The position involves planning and executing plant phenology, diversity, and biogeochemistry data collection, with emphasis on data accuracy and safety in field settings.

Responsibilities include supervising field personnel, data quality checks, permit compliance, and contributing to a culture of safety across field sites managed from the Tuscaloosa office.