at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Job Description
Postdoctoral Scholar - School of Forestry
Location: School of Forestry
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 608108
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
Special Information
- This position is subject to the availability of funding. The incumbent is not eligible for Service Professional non-renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.
- This position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, OR remote work.
- On-site work requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
- Hybrid work allows the incumbent to complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility and at a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.
- Remote work allows the incumbent to complete their work at a location other than an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. The incumbent may occasionally work in a shared site, but primarily will work elsewhere.
Job Description
The School of Forestry at Northern Arizona University seeks a Post-Doctoral Candidate to develop and test the use of remotely sensed data to estimate the amount of volume and biomass to be removed in restoration activities across large scales. The research would include developing processes and workflows that would allow aerial-based LiDAR data to provide these estimates. Metrics will then be validated to assess their associated uncertainty. This position specifically will:
Data Analysis and Mapping - 60%
- Develop methodologies and workflow to use aerial LiDAR, existing field cruising data, and prescription information to estimate volume and biomass of various size classes that would likely be removed under Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI) restoration prescriptions.
- Quantify the uncertainty/error for estimates of the developed methodologies and output metrics.
- Map the resulting modeled layers at stand/project scales across planned treatment areas.
Dissemination of Results and Project Outcomes - 25%
- Publish results and associated products, including a peer-reviewed manuscript, map/data layers, and documentation of methodologies/code/simulation information for future replication.
- Present research results at professional meetings and conferences and report on the findings to the funding agency.
Mentoring - 10%
- Perform mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students and staff.
Other - 5%
- Other project related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in landscape ecology, forest ecology, forest biometrics, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using remotely sensed datasets.
- Experience in LiDAR datasets and associated processing and analysis software.
- Experience with landscape ecology and spatial analysis and mapping.
- Experience or familiarity with large national datasets.
- A record of scientific publication.
- Experience with collaborative interdisciplinary research.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of forest ecology and remote sensing tools.
- Demonstrated proficiency in research design and analytical techniques in machine learning and modeling.
- Demonstrated technical writing ability and good communication skills.
- Familiarity with western forest systems.
Background Information
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary
Anticipated salary range is $64,474 to $68,474. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Benefits
Post-Doctoral Scholars are hired on a contract basis, renewable each fiscal year for a maximum of 4 renewals (5 years) according to terms of the Arizona Board of Regents' Conditions of Post-Doctoral Service. NAU offers an excellent benefit package to Post-Doctoral Scholars including generous health, dental and vision insurance; 10 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Participation in NAU retirement plans is not available to Post-Doctoral Scholars. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page.
Learning and Development
Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline
April 21, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
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NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
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