北京招聘

The Nature Conservancy

JOB DESCRIPTION


JOB TITLE: SCIENCE SPECIALIST
POSITION TITLE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT
LOCATION: BEIJING
JOB FAMILY: Science



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
? Bachelor’s degree or above in science-related field and 2 years’ experience related to ecology, biology, natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Experience utilizing GIS software and data to conduct basic analysis and create maps.
? Experience conducting surveys, recording data, analyzing data and writing project reports
? Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite software and Web browsers.
? Experience managing databases and producing reports.
? Experience coordinating multiple projects, setting realistic deadlines and managing timeframes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Research Assistant works closely with conservation and science staff to research and gather data relating to the creation and management of protected areas. This may include some or all of the following:
? Gathers and synthesizes literature & data relating to create conservation implementation and/or activities.
? Creates conservation plans to identify potential protected area sites and guide the implementation of conservation activities.
? Designs methodology, conducts surveys, records & analyzes data, and writes project reports and/or scientific articles.
? Performs fieldwork, including biodiversity surveys and field monitoring.
? Manages and updates the scientific experts database.
? Provides administrative assistance to the science team.


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
? Bachelor’s degree or above in science-related field and 2 years’ experience related to ecology, biology, natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Experiences in protected area management or biodiversity surveys & monitoring preferred.
? Prior field experience preferred.
? Supervisory experience a plus.
? Knowledge of biodiversity surveys & monitoring techniques as well as protected area management.
? Analyzing, manipulating, and interpreting data, including statistics.
? Gathering & synthesizing necessary literature & data, and publishing peer-reviewed articles on scientific journals.
? Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s)
? Managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple sources
? Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages

COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:
? Interprets guidelines, evaluates information, and modifies processes to adapt to changing circumstances
? Compiles data, resolves disparities, and modifies processes to generate plans
? Resolves routine issues independently, consulting with supervisor to develop plans for resolution of complex and unusual problems

DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:
? Work affords significant opportunity to act independently on assigned tasks with ability to exercise independent judgment
? Performs standard work requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
? Addresses issues with supervisor that affect others’ work or the overall program

RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT – FINANCIAL AND SUPERVISORY:
? May supervise/lead a small staff of Science Technicians I, interns, and/or volunteers on a project basis and be assisted by lower-level scientists.
? Purchase equipment and supplies, in consultation with supervisor as provided for in budget
? May assist with program budget development and monitoring
? Works under minimal supervision

COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
? Ability to work cooperatively with a number of staff and external parties, sometimes under pressure, in order to complete project work and goals in a timely manner
? Formulate ideas and communicate clearly with others, both orally and in written form
? Provide a variety of information to staff and others, contributing to conservation projects and assisting workflow throughout the organization.
? Work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people, including scientists, preserve staff, and others, providing and obtaining needed information.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

The Research Assistant may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions may:
? require physical exertion and/or muscular strain
? present possibility of injury
? require long hours in isolated settings


The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please send your CV and Cover Letter to hrchina@tnc.org

协会概览
大自然保护协会(The Nature Conservancy,TNC)成立于1951年,总部设在美国弗吉尼亚州阿灵顿市,是国际上最大的非政府、非赢利性的自然环境保护组织之一.协会的一百多万会员遍布美国各州,近4千名员工参与管护总面积达600万公顷的1600多个自然保护区.在拉美、加勒比海、亚太地区,以及非洲的30余个国家,协会与合作伙伴一起保护着超过4,700万公顷的生物多样性热点地区和长度达8,000公里的河流.目前协会在亚太区的保护工作涉及中国、澳大利亚、密克罗尼西亚联邦、印度尼西亚、巴布亚新几内亚、帕劳群岛，和所罗门群岛等。
为了更有力地推进TNC在中国和蒙古两国的自然保护项目,加强环保组织、企业界以及社会各方面合作伙伴的积极有效的合作,TNC总部决定于2008年10月在北京设立"大自然保护协会(TNC)北亚区办公室".北亚区未来将覆盖以中国、蒙古为中心的、与生物多样性保护直接关联的俄罗斯东部、哈萨克斯坦和湄公河下游国家和地区。
TNC的愿景是我们期望一个拥有健康的森林、草地、沙漠、河流和海洋的世界,一个珍视自然系统与人类生活质量关联性的世界,一个所有生物赖以生存的环境可以世代长存的世界.协会的目标是与合作伙伴携手,到2015年,确保地球上每种主要生境类型的至少10%的区域得到有效保护.
关于TNC详细信息,请访问TNC总部网站www.nature.org:关于TNC中国部详细信息,请访问中文网站www.tnc.org.cn.官方微信号：TNC_China 官方微博@大自然保护协会TNC

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If you could not submit on line, you may send your CV and application to hrchina@tnc.org.The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
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