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Environmental Lead

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$87.82K - $131.73K/hr

In this role, you'll bring advanced expertise in environmental research, fieldwork, documentation, permit applications, and agency coordination across local, state, and federal levels. You'll work ...

Environmental Lead

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$87.82K - $131.73K/yr

In this role, you'll bring advanced expertise in environmental research, fieldwork, documentation, permit applications, and agency coordination across local, state, and federal levels. You'll work ...

... research and analyses, supervising field investigations, and managing staff. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop both project management and staff management skills ...

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How much do environmental research jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental research in the United States is $84,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Environmental Research job?

An Environmental Research job involves studying the environment, analyzing data, and developing solutions to ecological problems. Researchers may assess pollution levels, conservation efforts, climate change impacts, or sustainable practices. They often work for government agencies, universities, or private organizations, using scientific methods to inform policies and initiatives. The work typically includes field studies, data collection, laboratory analysis, and report writing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Environmental Research position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Environmental Research, you need a solid background in environmental science or related fields, strong analytical skills, and experience with data collection and interpretation. Familiarity with statistical analysis software, geographic information system (GIS) tools, and environmental sampling equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help researchers collaborate and translate findings to various audiences. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing high-quality research that supports evidence-based environmental policies and sustainable practices.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of someone working in Environmental Research?

Environmental Researchers often split their time between fieldwork, where they collect soil, water, air, or biological samples, and lab or office work, where they analyze data and write reports. They may design and conduct experiments, review scientific literature, and monitor environmental impacts or trends. Collaboration with colleagues, such as scientists, policy specialists, and local stakeholders, is common to ensure comprehensive and meaningful results. This role requires adaptability, as work environments can vary from outdoor sites to professional offices, depending on project needs. Effective time management and continual learning are also valuable for staying current with evolving research methods and environmental regulations.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,123 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University

College Station, TX • On-site

$5.42K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,416.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

The Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning at Texas A&M University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. This position is supported by a grant from the National Institutes of Health and other research grants.

The successful candidate will work under the mentorship of Dr. Dongying Li, Associate Professor, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team at Texas A&M University and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $65,000/annually.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.

Position Details: Due to this position's salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.

Other Requirements and Factors:

  • Candidates will need to have completed their PhD by the start of employment.

  • This Postdoctoral Research Associate position will require approximately 100% effort dedicated to research activities, with an anticipated duration of one year, contingent upon project funding and performance.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • PhD in a field related to environmental research or environmental health.

  • No prior experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience coordinating project milestones and tracking deliverables in an academic or professional setting.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with various community stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability and willingness to travel to or stay in Houston, TX and conduct fieldwork (June-November)

Essential Duties/Tasks

Survey Implementation and Analysis

  • Lead the execution and analysis of a two-wave survey examining heat exposure and experiences among residents of Houston, Texas. Responsibilities include recruiting and training community health workers, participant enrollment, data collection, data management and analysis, and preparation of reports and peer-reviewed publications.

Academic Writing

  • Develop high-impact manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at one national conference.

Grant Development and Reporting

  • Contribute to future grant proposals and assist with ongoing grant reporting activities. Assist in the preparation of annual project reports.

Project Management

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the research study, including coordinating with the team at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, managing research staff, coordinating hiring processes, handling project finances and reimbursements, ensuring IRB compliance, and maintaining high data quality standards.

Who We Are

TheCollegeof Architectureat Texas A&M University offers undergraduate and graduate professional programs to prepare individuals to enter the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, urban and regionalplanningand visualization. As the only department of its kind in the nation,TheDepartment of Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning (LAUP)at Texas A&M encompasses an unmatched set of degree programs in three distinct, but related disciplines:

  • Landscape Architecture:The planning, design, management, and nurturing of the built and natural environments coupling advanced and traditional digital, virtual, and analog methods

  • Urban Planning:A community engagement driven, systematic, and creative process which influences the future of neighborhoods, cities, regions, rural and metropolitan areas

  • Land & Property Development:A process which makes improvements to a piece of land through its alteration from a natural or semi-natural state for a developmental purpose

We plan,designand develop places, through a unique, evidence-based approach which enhances and protects the natural and built environments. The Mission of LAUP is to create anddisseminateknowledge and skills to enhance functional, healthy, sustainable, and resilient built and natural virtual environments through instruction, research, professional practice, and service in landscape architecture, urban planning, land development, and allied disciplines. To learn more, visit us at:https://www.arch.tamu.edu/laup.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurancewith Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

  • 12-15 daysof annual paid holidays

  • Up toeight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month

  • Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

  • Free exercise programs and release timefor health and wellness programs

  • All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

  • Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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