Vegetation Ecologist

KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT PTY

Sioux Falls, SD, US
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
Hybrid
Advanced degree in ecology or remote sensing
5 years experience in ecology and plant dynamics
Expertise in supervised classification of raster products
The primary focus is to process and manipulate spatially referenced data to update maps of existing vegetation type, cover, and height for the United States

Job Summary

  • The primary focus is to process and manipulate spatially referenced data to update maps of existing vegetation type, cover, and height for the United States.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of recent work experience in ecology and knowledge with plant community dynamics across the landscape.
  • KBR offers competitive benefits including a 401K with match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible work schedules.

Matching Summary

The primary focus is to process and manipulate spatially referenced data to update maps of existing vegetation type, cover, and height for the United States.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits: 401K with match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending, disability, paid time off, flexible schedule

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced degree in ecology or remote sensing
  • 5 years experience in ecology and plant dynamics
  • Expertise in supervised classification of raster products
  • Strong background in GIS analysis and data processing
  • Experience with ground observation and remotely sensed data
  • Python scripting for geospatial data products
  • Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and Jupyter Notebooks

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Classification and Regression Tree models
  • Knowledge of Ecological Systems and National Vegetation Classification
  • Familiarity with field data collection methods
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills
  • Ability to innovate new mapping methods through trials

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 3-year residency in the United States
  • Ability to obtain national agency check and background investigation
  • Advanced Degree or equivalent experience required
  • Must maintain credentials for facility access

Work Rights

Must have 3 years continuous U.S. residency

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