Job Abstract

Tetra Tech is hiring a part time, entry level Biologist or Environmental Scientist who will support field surveys and subsequent reporting. We are looking for an enthusiastic scientist who is prepared to learn and grow their experience with biological resources, natural resources, and technical writing. This work from home position also requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Your Role :

The primary responsibilities for this position include supporting biological/natural resource surveys throughout the United States. Additional responsibilities include:
• Conducting multiple types of biological/natural resource surveys throughout the United States as needed for project requirements
• Working on several projects at one time in different phases of the project life and prioritizing work across all projects as assigned to maintain the schedule and ensure data quality (i.e., ensuring timely completion of data quality assurance/quality control and report writing around fieldwork assignments)
• Supporting writing and review of technical reports.
• Potentially completing work/surveys outside of biological sciences (Utility Surveys, Water sampling, etc.).

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in an environmental program such as Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related curriculum along with 0-3 years’ environmental experience, including field work, is required. This experience may include pertinent academic curricula. Master’s degree in a related field is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative work environment along with a willingness to learn and be adaptable.
• Ability to conduct field work safely in accordance with Tetra Tech’s health and safety policies and the project specific health and safety plan.
• Excellent organization and oral/written communications skills.
• Ability to take clear and accurate field notes by hand or on a tablet/smartphone.
• Ability to program data collection templates desirable.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of assignments in time-critical situations.
• Ability to analyze available data and draw valid, defensible conclusions.
• Schedule must have flexibility to travel (land and/or air), at times on short notice.
• The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and successfully pass a motor vehicle background check in accordance with company policy.