The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) is seeking a scientist or engineer with an interest in environmental field studies and excellent organizational skills to join our interdisciplinary team investigating nutrient biogeochemistry and ecosystem responses in San Francisco Bay. This work will be carried out in support of the San Francisco Bay Nutrient Management Strategy (NMS; see http://sfbaynutrients.sfei.org), a multi-year science program studying the impacts of nutrient loads to San Francisco Bay and evaluating potential management actions. Working with regional, state, federal and academic collaborators, we study the Bay’s biogeochemistry, water quality, and habitat condition using ship-based sampling, high-frequency in situ sensors, and coupled hydrodynamic-biogeochemical modeling.
This is a full-time position for a candidate who will play a key role in maintaining a network of water quality sensors and assist with the analysis of ecological and biogeochemical data collected by the NMS. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a pertinent scientific field and experience with water quality, estuarine ecosystems, or a related area. They must be able to: (1) coordinate logistics and carry out field work in an estuarine environment; (2) collect, review, and synthesize scientific data and information from various sources; (3) work well in teams as well as independently with general direction from senior scientific staff; and (4) communicate findings effectively in presentations, reports, memoranda, and scientific journals.