[ES_JOBS_NET] Applications Open: ODFW Human Dimensions Project Leader

[ZAPETIS Maria E * ODFW]

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has an open position for Human Dimensions Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 3).

Position description:
As a Human Dimensions Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 3) based in Newport, Oregon, your primary responsibilities will include leading the execution of ODFW's Oregon Marine Reserves Human Dimensions Monitoring & Research Plan and serving as the Department's primary point of contact with regards to social science related to the marine reserves and nearshore marine resource management.
Duties include:
*       Identifying social science research priorities
*       Leading research design, data collection, analysis and reporting both within ODFW and in collaboration with academic, community and other partners
*       External communication
*       Outreach and engagement
*       Administering research budget
*       Coordinating contracts and agreements
*       Developing research grant proposals
Desired Attributes:
*       Preference given for a Doctorate degree with a focus in social science and/or human dimensions
*       Master's degree in social science (e.g., anthropology, economics, geography, psychology, political science, sociology)
*       A publication record of social-ecological studies
*       Interdisciplinary social science research experience
*       Experience with human dimensions monitoring methods and survey design
*       Qualitative and quantitative analysis experience in human dimensions research
*       Experience effectively communicating scientific concepts to a wide range of audiences-including the public, stakeholders, rightsholders, and the scientific community-paired with a strong background in outreach and engagement activities
*       Experience leading multidisciplinary collaborations
*       Economic modeling experience
*       Data management experience
*       Experience writing and securing grants

Apply and view additional details here: Human Dimensions Project Leader Application<https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Newport--ODFW--Southbeach-Annex/Human-Dimensions-Project-Leader--Natural-Resource-Specialist-3-_REQ-193473>
Close date: February 11, 2026
Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range: $5,325 - $8,148
Position Type: Employee (Permanent)



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        Maria Zapetis, PhD | Nearshore Ecology Program Leader
Marine Resources Program
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
2040 SE Marine Science Dr.  Newport, OR 97365
Phone: (541) 961-9031
Email: maria.e.zapetis at odfw.oregon.gov<mailto:maria.e.zapetis at odfw.oregon.gov>




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