Deadline: Fri, 06/07/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Smithsonian Institution Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: District of Columbia Location Detail: Washington, D.C. Job Description: The Smithsonian Institution is hiring a Research Ecologist to join the Migratory Bird Center, part of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, DC. We seek applicants with demonstrated experience: (1) implementing and leading ecological field research on migratory birds; (2) publishing lead-authored papers that use or develop quantitative methods to answer questions about wildlife population ecology; (3) applying advanced statistical methods to understand wildlife population dynamics and/or habitat associations; (4) obtaining extramural funding for research on wildlife ecology; (5) training students in wildlife ecology and presenting talks about avian ecology at a national or international conferences. The position is open to all U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. Qualifications: 1 year of specialized experience (as described above) equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service OR a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree that is directly related to the work of the position and has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Salary: GS-12 (starting at $99,200) How to Apply: Follow directions at one of the two links below. A cover letter can be included with the application materials to summarize the applicant’s interest in the position and experience, including degrees received, courses taken, fieldwork, papers published, analytical expertise, grant funding awarded, students mentored, and talks given. U.S. Citizens or Nationals: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/784807400 Federal employees with permanent status, veterans, or other individuals eligible for special appointing authorities: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/784958400
