Early Professional, Biologist

About the Role

WSP is seeking an Early Professional Biologist to join their Earth and Environment Team in Valhalla, NY. This role involves contributing to projects that meet client objectives and solve challenges within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, conduct biological natural resource field surveys collecting observational and spatial data concerning a variety of vegetation, wetland, wildlife, marine, terrestrial, botanical, and/or avian species.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile biological/environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional biology work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebooks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
• Analytical biology skills, familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and State and Federal protection regulations and guidelines for applicable species/discipline.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with others and expressing ideas professionally to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations (Preferred).