Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Location(s): 1 vacancy - Chicago, Illinois
Salary: $56,409.00 to $89,703.00 / PA
Series and Grade: GS-0401/0819/1301-7/9
Open Period: Thursday, June 25, 2026 to Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Position Information: Recent graduates - Full-time
Who May Apply: Recent graduates, Students
Announcement Number: EPA-ORG-R5-26-12987924
I’m pleased to share that the Field Museum's Keller Science Action Center is recruiting for an Environmental Social Scientist to join its Chicago Program.We are seeking candidates who combine rigorous social science practice with a genuine commitment to conservation and community well-being. This role will lead community-engaged research and partnership development across the Chicago Wilderness region, including Chicago, Kankakee County, and Northwest Indiana. The position is offered on a three-year term with potential for renewal.For full position details and to submit an application, visit https://www.fieldmuseum.org/landing/careers and select “Environmental Social Scientist - Keller Science Action Center”. Candidates should submit a CV/resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin June 8, 2025 with applications accepted until the position is filled.
We are seeking a postdoc who will work with an interdisciplinary team based at Penn State, and including collaborators at Duke, Minnesota, University of Witswatersrand, and LUANAR, and will focus on analyzing the socio-ecological impacts of ecosystem restoration in mosaic forest-grassland ecosystems and design appropriate monitoring frameworks, using a variety of data sources.Full job announcement, including required and desired qualifications and how to apply here:
EPA’s National Center for Environmental Economics is recruiting for a research fellowship open to new and recent graduates at the undergraduate or masters level:https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/EPA-OP-NCEE-2026-0001
The position is based in Washington, DC. We will review applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply by June 2nd.
Heather Klemick, PhD
Acting Branch Chief, Benefits Assessment and Methods Development
National Center for Environmental Economics
US Environmental Protection Agency