A position to run my USGS Biogeochemistry Lab on the campus of Oregon State University is currently open and available.  This is a USGS federal position in Corvallis, Oregon.  It is advertised as “Chemist GS-9” with opportunities for involvement in diverse field-based research in ecosystem science, primarily in forests, with a significant component of lab management and sample analysis.  Current projects include studies of wildfire impacts, soil fertility and carbon storage, soil mineral weathering, and biological nitrogen fixation.  

Please direct potential applicants to the link below.  Federal job – US Citizens only.  Questions about eligibility should be directed to USGS HR (mwankel@usgs.gov).  Questions about daily duties and associated research can be directed to me (sperakis@usgs.gov).  This is “Chemist GS-9” position currently salaried at $64,504.

Applications are due June 28, 2024.  

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/795759900

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Steven S. Perakis                                                              

Research Ecologist: USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center

     www.usgs.gov/staff-profiles/steven-s-perakis

Courtesy Faculty: Oregon State University – Forest Ecosystems and Society

https://directory.forestry.oregonstate.edu/people/perakis-steven

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