As part of this effort, DRI is taking the lead to develop a forest watershed model. The model will integrate forest vegetation, biogeochemistry, and hydrology data accumulated over the past 30 years in the Tahoe Basin. The developed model will be used to evaluate restoration strategies and impacts of various management practices in forest ecosystems on nutrient loading and water clarity in the Lake. The individual filling this position will have responsibility for developing a watershed model that accounts for hydrology, biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen and phosphorus, and vegetation dynamics as well as help advance our understanding of the watershed ecology using the modeling approach. Experience with GIS, ecosystem modeling, watershed studies, and statistical analysis are highly desirable.
Position carries an excellent benefits package including retirement fund.
Availability of the position is dependent on receipt of pending funds.