
Researcher / Environmental Ecology (Contract) National Parks Board | Research and Analysis Fixe[...]
1 week ago
Overview
The Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG) is one of the oldest tropical botanical gardens and one of only three botanic gardens in the world inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The SBG is a Division of the National Parks Board, the statutory agency responsible for managing greenery and biodiversity in Singapore. The Forest and Tree Research Branch of SBG aims to advance forest ecology and tree research and their applications to advance forest and urban tree management. Specifically, its Environmental Ecology section will coordinate and conduct biophysical and biogeochemical studies in natural and urban forest ecosystems to: 1) Guide forest management and restoration; 2) Optimize contributions of plants to improve urban environmental conditions.
What you will be working on
As part of the research team at the Forest and Tree Branch, you will work with researchers to ensure successful delivery of projects.
Specifically, you would:
Carry out field work in both the forest and urban settings, including carrying of equipment and walking long distances.
Quantify the site characteristics of sampling points.
Perform data analysis and translating research findings.
Support research project management.
Provide administrative support to the Forest and Tree Branch, as assigned.
What we are looking for
Areas of Studies in Geography, Forest Ecology, or related field. Relevant postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proactive, independent, and able to work effectively in a team.
Data analytics, including the use of one or more scientific computing languages (e.g., Python, R).
Deploying environmental sensors for research purposes and/or Internet-of-Things applications.
Using drones and/or LIDAR to quantify site characteristics.
Collecting soil samples for nutrient analyses.
Quantifying sap flow of trees.
Successful candidates will be hired on an 11-month employment contract.
About National Parks Board
At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.
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