General Biologist III- Botany

General Biologist III

***As required by our governmental client, this position requires an ability to obtain a USAccess card***

The General Biologist III position at Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced biologist to contribute to research on the ecology and restoration of bald cypress swamps and floodplain ecosystems in the southeastern and midwestern United States. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in collecting and recording scientific data from field and laboratory analyses, assisting federal scientists, conducting experiments, and supporting the overall research efforts related to hydrology, environment, surface level, hurricane activity, invasive, and rare species impacts.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for General Biologist III: negotiable

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

General Biologist III Responsibilities Include:

• Collect and record plant ecological and environmental data from wetlands in the southeastern and upper Midwestern United States, including greenhouse, conservation garden, seed bank nursery, and laboratory.
• Assist federal scientists in data collection within the conservation garden.
• Conduct studies on aquatic seed dispersal in desert arroyo systems and conduct greenhouse experiments for seed germination.
• Participate in field experiments, such as litter production, root ingrowth studies, above-ground standing crop, elevation studies, and soil carbon content analysis in southeastern swamps of the Mississippi Alluvial Valley, Gulf, and Atlantic Coasts.
• Process garden, greenhouse, and field samples in the laboratory, including carbon analysis, plant identification, root separation, and other standard analyses.
• Input all data into usable data files, creating 3-5 datasets per year.
• Operate and maintain field equipment, including motor vehicles, ATVs, motor boats up to 25 feet, and airboats.
• Document project status and timekeeping in project tracking databases.
• Provide laboratory support in analyzing field samples and entering data linked to project studies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

General Biologist III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Undergraduate Degree in biological sciences is required.
• 3-5 years of botanical and relevant field experience, required.
• Familiarity with operating common laboratory instrumentation and performing calculations for chemical concentration preparation.
• Report writing and basic data analysis skills.
• Botany experience required.
• Critical thinking abilities.
• Successful completion of a government-approved boating safety class (will be provided).
• Ability to swim in deep water.
• Willingness to undergo plant taxonomy training.
• Possession of a current and valid State driver's license and ability to operate standard, automatic, and 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Active USAccess clearance is required for this position.
• Candidate must be flexible with domestic travel up to 3 days, with little notice
• The primary base of operations is at a government site in Lafayette, LA, some of the study sites are located at a distance of 100 miles or more and will require substantial overnight travel.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNSS is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status encouraged to apply.

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