Beth McGee Science Fellowship

Chesapeake Bay Foundation · Annapolis, MD · 4 wk ago

Information TechnologyPart-time

About the role

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation seeks a Beth McGee Science Fellow in the Advocacy and Restoration Department as a hybrid position which can report to CBF locations in Annapolis MD, Harrisburg PA, Richmond VA, or Hampton Roads VA.

Department description

The Advocacy and Restoration Department defends and restores the Chesapeake Bay by protecting the Bay's natural resources from pollution and other harmful activities by fighting for strong and effective laws and regulations; restoring the Bay's essential habitats and filtering mechanisms; and involving citizens in CBF's environmental efforts by recruiting, training, and incorporating them as effective partners and leaders.

Context of position

The Beth McGee Science Fellowship is in honor of longtime CBF scientist Dr. Beth McGee who passed away in June of 2023. Beth was dedicated to having science inform policy and to the mentorship of young professionals in the conservation field. The Beth McGee Science Fellowship is a part-time position with CBF working alongside a member of the Advocacy and Restoration Department to tackle emerging issues related to the restoration of Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. The focus of the fellowship will be to help inform CBF’s policies and positions through the application of emerging science and research related to water quality, climate change, land and water restoration practices. There is an opportunity for a candidate-proposed focus if it aligns with the scope of the position.

Essential functions

Work closely with scientists and other staff in the Advocacy and Restoration Department to develop a series of white papers, informative briefs, and other work products that help CBF respond to complex and/or unaddressed scientific challenges and concerns that constrain restoration and protection of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed.
Assist in compilation and analysis of water quality, climate, economic, and agricultural data to inform restoration and policy positions and actions.
Conduct literature reviews on relevant Chesapeake Bay climate and water quality issues and identify, evaluate, and recommend tools, resources, and information that respond to emerging concerns.
Develop and apply communications skills to internally and externally disseminate scientific information. Design and deliver presentations, briefing papers, and other communication work products.

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