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River Partners

Science Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

... researchers, vendors, neighbors and partner organizations to deliver new projects, novel approaches ... Science Director 580 Vallombrosa Ave Chico CA 95926 Videos To Watch

Gilead

Director, Research Systems

Foster City, CA

The Director, Research Systems provides strategic, operational, and handson technical leadership ... Scientific and Business Impact * Accountable for the impact of Research Informatics systems on the ...

Gilead

Director, Research Systems

Foster City, CA

The Director, Research Systems provides strategic, operational, and handson technical leadership ... Scientific and Business Impact * Accountable for the impact of Research Informatics systems on the ...

Figma

Director, Research - AI Evals

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

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Study Director

West Sacramento, CA

$74K - $110K/yr

Join Our Team as a Study Director and Research Scientist! Your New Opportunity: We're all about teamwork. Every role contributes to the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies ...

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What is the difference between Science Director Research vs Research Scientist?

AspectScience Director ResearchResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees (PhD), leadership experienceMaster's or PhD, specialized research skills
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, strategic planning, overseeing teamsHands-on research, data analysis, experimentation
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, biotech, pharma, corporate R&DUniversities, research labs, industry R&D

The main difference is that a Science Director Research typically holds a leadership position, overseeing research projects and teams, while a Research Scientist focuses on conducting experiments and data analysis. Both roles require advanced degrees, but the director role emphasizes strategic planning and management.

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Infographic showing various Science Director Research job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Science Director

River Partners

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Description

River Partners' helps local communities reconnect and revitalize floodplains and river landscapes across the state of California. We are a private, non-profit organization with offices in Chico, Sacramento, Turlock, and San Diego. As a project-focused company, we believe in the power of demonstrating environmental improvement through large-scale river restoration and empowering others through partnership and collaboration.

Job Description

The Science Director will lead the efforts of River Partners' Science Team to conceive, plan, permit, deliver, and monitor large-scale habitat restoration projects that contribute to our mission, influence policy improvements, and support our financial model. The Science Director will oversee and train all personnel in the Biology Department and be responsible for building the organization's capacity and partnerships to generate and communicate scientific advancements to government, academic and private sector partners.

Essential functions and responsibilities include:

Lead the Science team:

Provide guidance and oversight for restoration project site assessment, planning,

permitting, installation and monitoring

Cultivate strategic external project and agency partnerships to support rigorous

scientific study of our restoration projects and their effects on the environment and

people

Communicate our work and scientific contributions with River Partners' Board of

Directors, staff and partners

Participate in the recruitment and training of new Science Team members

Assist the Development and Implementation Teams:

Provide guidance and oversight for restoration project proposals and implementation

plans

Cultivate strategic external partnerships with academic researchers, vendors, neighbors

and partner organizations to deliver new projects, novel approaches and relevant

ecological outcomes supporting our mission

Communicate science developments and conservation initiatives with River Partners'

development and implementation staff during regular meetings and trainings

Work with the President, emeritus staff, external partners and senior Development

Team members to evaluate opportunities for organizational expansion and new

program areas

Assist the Advancement team:

Create written and verbal communication pieces in collaboration with the Advancement

Director to support fundraising

Provide Science oversight for proposals and pitches for foundation and private

fundraising

Contribute to River Partners' blog, social media, and web presence with photos, written

content, and links

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Qualifications:

Ability, vision, and energy to lead River Partners' Science Program

Experience and knowledge of river restoration ecology across the Western US

Interest, enthusiasm, and ability to write and implement habitat restoration plans

Experience in wildlife, wetland and vegetation survey techniques

PhD in related field

At least 10 years of relevant professional experience

A self-starter who can work individually or on a team and succeed with limited direction,

under changing conditions

Ability to navigate differences of opinion with poise and focus

Unsurpassed written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and prioritize workload

Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and monitoring restoration projects

Familiarity with environmental permitting

Flexible schedule - early morning, late evening and weekend hours on occasion

Valid California Driver's License, and a clean driving record

Additional Information

To apply email your resume, cover letter and 3 references to: Jobs AT riverpartners.org Or send an application via mail to: River Partners Attn: Science Director 580 Vallombrosa Ave Chico CA 95926

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