Entry Level Staff Scientist - Natural Resources

About the role

Lord & Winter is seeking a motivated Staff Scientist I to support natural resource and environmental projects throughout Tennessee and the Southeast. This hybrid role includes a mix of field work, office collaboration, and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations, stream assessments, and ecological field investigations.
• Collect field data, GPS points, photographs, and site documentation.
• Support environmental permitting and regulatory compliance projects.
• Prepare technical reports, figures, and project documentation.
• Work closely with Project Managers to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of environmental consulting or natural resources experience.
• Strong technical writing and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regionally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities