Scientist V

At RES, you’ll work at the intersection of science, policy, and impact.

• Picture this:
  You start your day preparing for a field visit with a client and agency team, where you’ll lead discussions on data collection goals and review field methodologies. Back at your desk, you review a junior scientist’s functional assessment report, offering coaching on both technical content and storytelling. After lunch, you check in with project managers on staffing needs for a multi-state project, then hop on a call with other regional experts to review new SOP recommendations.
  
  You end your day drafting talking points for an upcoming conference panel, where you'll represent RES as a thought leader in your field.
• Enjoy mentoring others and sharing your expertise
• Are proactive in collaborating across teams, departments, and geographies
• Stay current with scientific literature, policy changes, and best practices
• Are energized by building relationships with clients, agencies, and peers
• Lead with integrity and a deep commitment to environmental outcome
• Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.

• 15+ years of experience in environmental science, or 13+ with an advanced degree
• Bachelor’s degree in natural or physical sciences (required)
• Expertise in one or more disciplines such as wetlands, soils, water quality, stream morphology, ecology, biology, or geology
• Deep understanding of regional regulatory requirements and permitting processes
• Strong experience in functional assessments and field/lab data analysis
• Advanced knowledge of GIS and environmental mapping
• Proficient in scientific software and field equipment (YSI meters, GPS, turbidimeters, etc.)
• Skilled in project planning, budgeting, staffing, and reporting