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State of Oregon

$50 - $70/hr

Marine Reserves Ecologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1) Initial Posting Date: 08/28/2026 ... Experience with ArcGIS, including creating and editing shapefiles, and spatial analyses

CSS, Inc

GIS Analyst

Chevy Chase, MD · On-site

... conducts spatial ecological analysis, statistical modeling, ecological forecasting, and predictive mapping to support marine ecosystem management, conservation, and spatial planning.

CSS, Inc

GIS Analyst

Chevy Chase, MD · On-site

... spatial ecological analysis, statistical modeling, ecological forecasting, and predictive mapping to support marine ecosystem management, conservation, and spatial planning. Responsibilities

CSS, Inc

GIS Analyst

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

... spatial ecological analysis, statistical modeling, ecological forecasting, and predictive mapping to support marine ecosystem management, conservation, and spatial planning. Responsibilities

CSS Inc

GIS Analyst

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

... spatial ecological analysis, statistical modeling, ecological forecasting, and predictive ma Responsibilities * Develop and maintain project GIS databases * Create GIS maps and conduct data analysis ...

Uasys

Post Doc Research Associate

Monticello, AR

$65K/yr

Spatial visualization, mapping applications, and predictive ecological modeling. Applicants must possess a valid U.S. driver's license (or obtain one within 60 days of employment). The position will ...

Skeyes Air Traffic

WI · On-site

$102.76 - $148.43/hr

Spatial Planning & Airspace Safeguarding Manager The skeyes Urbanism department handles requests ... reduce its ecological footprint in order to make it part of a sustainable future. Today ...

Innovate!, Inc.

Senior Geospatial Scientist

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120 - $138/hr

Compute and validate spatial indices representing factors such as prey availability, predator abundance, habitat condition, and other ecological metrics used in assessment tools. * Contribute spatial ...

Oxman

Computational Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$115K - $143K/yr

Translate ecological and spatial data into procedural models that support real-time iteration and informed decision-making. * Collaborate with software engineers to test, refine, and provide feedback ...

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How much do spatial ecologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for spatial ecologist in the United States is $62,415.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a spatial ecologist do?

A Spatial Ecologist studies the relationships between organisms and their environments using spatial data and geographic information systems (GIS). They analyze ecological patterns, habitat distributions, and environmental changes to inform conservation efforts, land management, and policy decisions. Their work involves remote sensing, statistical modeling, and field research to understand how ecosystems function across different scales.

What does a typical workday look like for a spatial ecologist, and how do they interact with other professionals?

A Spatial Ecologist's typical day often involves a mix of fieldwork to collect ecological data, followed by desk-based tasks such as analyzing geographic datasets, creating maps, and interpreting spatial trends using GIS software. They regularly collaborate with conservation biologists, land managers, and data scientists to share findings and integrate spatial data into broader environmental projects. Team meetings, report writing, and presentations to stakeholders or governmental agencies are also common. This role offers a dynamic balance between independent work and interdisciplinary collaboration, which is vital for addressing complex ecological questions.

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

To thrive as a Spatial Ecologist, you need a solid background in ecology, spatial analysis, and geographic information systems (GIS), usually supported by a relevant degree such as environmental science or ecology. Proficiency with GIS software (like ArcGIS or QGIS), remote sensing tools, and statistical programs (such as R or Python) is essential, and professional certifications in GIS can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, collaboration skills, and clear communication set top candidates apart. These combined skills are crucial for effectively studying environmental patterns, managing ecological data, and informing conservation or land-use decisions.

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Infographic showing various Spatial Ecologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,415 per year, or $30 per hour.

Postdoctoral Landscape Ecologist

Cherokee Federal

Lafayette, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description


Postdoctoral Landscape Ecologist
Cherokee United Services is seeking a Postdoctoral Landscape Ecologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. This role supports landscape-scale research on coastal wetland responses to extreme events, including droughts, hurricanes, and freeze events.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Postdoctoral Landscape Ecologist Responsibilities Include:
  • Conduct literature reviews focused on the effects of extreme events on coastal wetland ecosystems.
  • Develop research hypotheses regarding coastal wetland responses to drought, hurricanes, freeze events, and other extreme environmental conditions.
  • Acquire, organize, document, and analyze abiotic and extreme-event data that characterize environmental drivers of ecological change.
  • Acquire and analyze long-term remote sensing data to quantify spatial and temporal effects of extreme events on coastal wetlands.
  • Acquire and analyze long-term field-based ecological data to assess impacts of extreme events on coastal wetland vegetation and ecosystem conditions.
  • Apply landscape ecology and coastal wetland ecosystem science to investigate wetland stability, plant productivity, vegetation performance, and vegetation coverage.
  • Integrate historical climate, vegetation-change, geospatial, remote-sensing, and ecological datasets to support landscape-, regional-, and global-scale analyses.
  • Develop and maintain complete technical documentation for datasets, analytical workflows, methodologies, and project activities.
  • Produce Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC)-compliant metadata for data products and deliverables.
  • Maintain organized project records, timekeeping documentation, data logs, analytical code, and version-controlled project materials.
  • Prepare publication-ready figures, tables, data sets, data releases, reports, and journal articles that summarize research methods, findings, and key conclusions.
  • Communicate research results and findings to staff, project partners, customers, cooperators, and other stakeholders.
  • Participate in and help facilitate project meetings, partner meetings, technical discussions, and research-planning activities.
  • Present research findings through conference presentations, partner briefings, scientific meetings, and other outreach opportunities.
  • Assist with technical aspects of proposal development, as assigned.
  • Prepare and submit monthly status reports that describe project progress, completed work, issues encountered, proposed solutions, and upcoming activities.
  • Follow established standard operating procedures, quality requirements, safety procedures, information-security requirements, and applicable federal policies.
  • Support field-based data collection activities, when required.
  • Travel to field sites, meetings, or partner locations as required by the task order.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities Requested:
  • Doctoral degree in ecology, geography, landscape ecology, coastal ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in landscape ecology and coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics required.
  • Experience evaluating ecological responses to extreme events, including droughts, hurricanes, freeze events, flooding, storms, or other climate-related disturbances preferred.
  • Experience using remote sensing, geospatial data, historical climate datasets, vegetation-change products, or comparable environmental data sources required.
  • Demonstrated ability to acquire, manage, analyze, and interpret long-term ecological, environmental, geospatial, and remote-sensing datasets.
  • Experience conducting spatial and temporal analyses at landscape, regional, and/or global scales preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of coastal wetland vegetation, wetland stability, plant productivity, vegetation performance, and ecosystem response to environmental stressors preferred.
  • Ability to develop scientifically sound research questions, hypotheses, study approaches, and analytical methods.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing peer-reviewed journal articles, technical reports, scientific figures, tables, data products, and presentations.
  • Familiarity with federal scientific-data requirements, metadata standards, data documentation practices, and reproducible research methods.
  • Ability to develop FGDC-compliant metadata and maintain thorough documentation for datasets, analytical procedures, and research products.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific findings clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with federal scientists, partners, cooperators, customers, and other stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate, timely work.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality, documentation, and customer specifications.
  • Ability to successfully complete a federal background investigation and maintain required access credentials.
  • Ability to meet fieldwork-related safety, physical, and travel requirements, as needed.

Company Information:
Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner to federal clients, Cherokee Federal rapidly builds innovative and advanced solutions across environmental science, national security and intelligence, cybersecurity, health care, logistics, and other mission-critical areas. One hundred percent of Cherokee Federal profits support Cherokee Nation citizens through health care, education, and job creation. To learn more, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military members transitioning to civilian careers are encouraged to apply.
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    • Landscape Ecology
    • Coastal Wetlands
    • Remote Sensing
    • Extreme Events
    • Ecological Data Analysis

  • 5 Similar Job Titles:
    • Coastal Wetland Scientist
    • Landscape Ecologist
    • Environmental Research Scientist
    • Geospatial Ecologist
    • Coastal Ecosystem Scientist

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Cherokee Federal - a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses - is a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. Our team of companies manages nearly 1,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, consulting, engineering and manufacturing, health, and technology portfolios. Since 2012, the Cherokee Federal team of companies has won more than $5 billion in government contracts. Our 3,000+ employees work in 26 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why choose Cherokee Federal? Visit our website and learn about the great reasons to join our team. cherokee-federal.com

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Architectural services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tulsa, OK, US

Year founded

1969

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