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Offer: Philadelphia, PA, US Wed, Jul 24 '24 Urban Ec:KieranTimberlakeJob description:Urban Ecology ResearcherEmployer:KieranTimberlake Job location:Philadelphia, PA, US Published:Wed, Jul 24 '24 Type:Full-time KieranTimberlake is currently seeking a full time Urban Ecology Researcher to join our team. The Urban Ecology Researcher will be a member of KieranTimberlake’s Research Group and will apply their skills in landscape and ecology to inform how architectural projects can achieve positive results for the natural environment at site, regional, and global scales. Responsibilities The Urban Ecology Researcher’s primary activities may encompass the following: » Assessing landscape, hydrology, climate, and ecology of project sites » Identifying climate risks and resilience strategies » Characterizing landscape performance » Synthesizing research findings in written and graphic form » Collaborating with design teams and civil/landscape consultants » Extending research findings into actionable design proposals » Educating colleagues on urban ecology topics and methods » Presenting applied research to clients and public audiences » Expanding expertise through technical literature review and conference participation » Supporting KieranTimberlake’s firmwide sustaincapability initiatives » Engaging in interdisciplinary brainstorming sessions and discussions with peer Research Group members across a wide variety of topics, including ecology, environment, human health, post-occupancy evaluation, and many others Qualifications The ideal candidate is a curious and self-motivated individual who wants to be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team and can demonstrate: » Professional degree in environmental management, ecology, or related field » Professional degree or practice in architecture, landscape, or a related design/construction field » Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills » Capacity to review journal papers and summarize findings » Strong quantitative reasoning capability » Acumen for developing new methods and skills Candidates should also list significant coursework or professional practice in any of the following areas: » Geospatial modeling (GIS) » Field practice » Life cycle assessment The position reports to the Research Director. Due to the volume of interested candidates, we are not able to respond to telephone inquiries. Principals only, no recruiters. If you are a qualified individual with a discapability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your capability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your discapability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at hrmanager @ kierantimberlake.com. income is commensurate with professional practice, demonstrated expertise, and education level. A full benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life will be offered. KieranTimberlake offers a hybrid work policy that provides one Work in the house (WFH) day per week. About KieranTimberlake Founded in 1984, KieranTimberlake brings together the practice and talents of professionals of diverse backgrounds and abilities in a practice that is recognized worldwide. Our projects include the programming, planning, and design of new structures as well as the conservation, renovation, and transformation of existing buildings, with special skills in education, arts and culture, government, civic, and residential projects. Common to all our work is that each project begins with a question and continues its development within a culture of continuous inquiry, ensuring that design draws from deep investigation. KieranTimberlake is committed to delivering the highest quality services to our clients, while also pursuing ideas that push the practice of architecture forward. KieranTimberlake is a signatory of the American Institute of Architects 2030 Commitment and US Architects Declare. We are aJust®organization. KieranTimberlake is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, discapability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Interested candidates are invited to submit their materials via our website by clicking here. Applications must include the following: » Cover letter indicating interest in the position » current CV including three professional references » Research/project portfolio or design sheets » Academic writing sample Kindly note that hyperlinks to websites or portfolios will not be considered. Skills:
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