Ocean Career: SFEI Environmental Scientist

Researcher Position

This is a full-time, Bay Area-based, hybrid office position for a researcher with a PhD in environmental chemistry, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related disciplines. Responsibilities for this position include leading and performing design and implementation of contaminant monitoring and/or modeling studies within a collaborative team environment, analysis of data and preparation of written reports, and communication of findings to local stakeholders and the broader scientific community.

Required Skills and Experience

• Ph.D. in environmental chemistry, environmental science, environmental engineering, or another related scientific field.
• Experience with leading scientific studies relating to environmental chemistry or environmental science, including field work to collect environmental monitoring data, synthesizing peer-review literature, data analysis and modeling of environmental monitoring data, and report writing for scientific and public audiences.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills and ability to effectively communicate technical details to scientific and public audiences.
• Experience with technical project management, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in teams as well as independently with general direction from senior scientific staff.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working on the fate and transport of PFAS, microplastics, and other CECs would be advantageous, including both environmental monitoring and modeling.
• Ability to contribute to aspects of field work that may involve working unusual hours (e.g., late nights, early mornings, and weekends) and carrying 40 pound field equipment for short durations.
• Valid Driver's License.

Salary: $101,445-$134,570 depending on experience