Head of Market-Based Conservation Research

Property and Environment Research Center; Bozeman (MT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits with family options

Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks

401(k) contribution from PERC

Paid vacation and sick days

Opportunity for a 12-week paid sabbatical after 10 years

Job summary

The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) seeks a Vice President of Research to shape its research vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with its mission of advancing conservation through market-based approaches. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in research leadership, with over 10 years of experience and a proven track record in influencing environmental policy.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team and manage substantial research budgets, fostering collaborations with scholars and practitioners to drive impactful conservation outcomes. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Bozeman, Montana, with potential for remote work.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of research experience with a focus on conservation outcomes.
• 3-5 years in a leadership role within research.
• Demonstrated record of influencing policy through research.

Responsibilities

• Lead research vision and strategy ensuring alignment with PERC’s mission.
• Build and mentor a high-performing research team.
• Collaborate with teams to influence policy and practice.

Skills

Leadership in research

Strategic planning

Market-based conservation approaches

Communication with stakeholders

Team management

U.S. environmental policy knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in relevant field

Job description

The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) seeks a Vice President of Research to shape its research vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with its mission of advancing conservation through market-based approaches. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in research leadership, with over 10 years of experience and a proven track record in influencing environmental policy.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team and manage substantial research budgets, fostering collaborations with scholars and practitioners to drive impactful conservation outcomes. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Bozeman, Montana, with potential for remote work.