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Research Scientist in Biodiversity Ecosystem Modelling in Land and Water Resources at Wyss Academy

September 10, 2024
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Job Description

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Main Tasks

Assess the state of biodiversity in the Ewaso Ng’iro River North Basin through literature review and data collection.
Develop scenarios for biodiversity responses to climate change and other stressors, collaborating with the Climate Scenarios Research Scientist.
Strengthen long-term biodiversity monitoring and reporting through robust data collection methods.
Organize and deliver seminars at the Wangari Maathai Institute (WMI), University of Nairobi.
Supervise PhD, MSc, or intern students as needed.
Support scientific collaborations with local partners (UoN, National Museums of Kenya, Community Conservation groups, SEKU, CETRAD).